Waiting for Spring

Just a side note, I stupidly just realized I forgot to hit publish on this post. I am so sorry for this.
Anyway, I have been dreaming of Spring. I am even sick of winter in SL! Thankfully the seasons can be change anytime you want in SL. Especially with all the great new creations from various home decor designers. Winter Thorn who is definitely one of my favorite home decor designers, of {what next}, just recently released these great 'Natural Fabric Lanterns'. they come in 4 different designs and be hung from the ceiling or carefully place on the floor. These are the perferct way to brighten up the indoor or outdoor of any SL home.{what next} also has these fabulous 'Cornwall Daisies Planters' that come in bunch of bright stripped pots. Nothing spells Spring like Daisies do! For te next couple of weeks, I will be transforming my SIM to Spring, so stay tuned for pics. Here is your LM:

{what next}

Location: My Home - SIM Design and Landscaping by Loulou Teichmann

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Eternal Eyes - Silver (ML) by Ikon Innovia
Liner: -Glam Affair- Couture Eyeliner 03 by Amberly Boccaccio
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.03 by Izzie Button
Skin: -Glam Affair-  Amberly - America 09 D by aida Ewing
Hair: TRUTH Haven w/Roots - toast by Truth Hawks (NEW)
Headpiece: LaGyo_Angelie headpiece w/o veil black by Gyorgyna Larnia (NEW)
Necklace: ..:: BenS Beauty ::.. Alara Necklace Black by Snow Martiel (avail @ Whore Couture Fair)
Jacket: Legal Insanity - john long leather coat by DATRIP Blackbart (NEW)
Pants: Overhigh - Flower Pants - Black by Marry Lemur
Shoes: N-core  COQUETTE "Fatpack by Claire Messenger
Home Decor-
House: L2 STUDIO West Lake House by Lindini2 (lindini2.lane)
Lanterns: {what next} Natural 1, 2, 3 and 4  Lantern  - floor by Winter Thorn (NEW)
Potted Daisies: {what next}Cornwall Daisies Planters by Winter Thorn

Boob Envy!

Hell must have finally froze over, because I actually got a pair of mesh breasts! I had always been happy with my small default breasts and saw no need for a pair of huge mesh ones. I don't know if it was all the boob blog coverage or all the appliers being made by various designers, but the hype finally got to me and I needed a pair. Once I decided to take plunge (no pun intended), I had to decide what kind of mesh boobs to get. I know there are many different makes of these attachments, but the two mainstream brands are Lush and Lolas (as far as I know). I was tempted to get the Lolas, but there was not a demo available and I heard that you can not make them too small without corrupting the overall shape. Not to mention, they are not cheap and I really did not want to invest in something that I wasn't sure I would wear. The Lush, however, do have a demo and are about 700L cheaper. Just so you know, cost is not an issue when it comes it quality. The fact that you could make the Lush significantly smaller and also had a demo to play around with, had sold me. I really feel the Lush mesh breasts are made for those of us who like smaller breasts. If you prefer bigger breasts, then the Lolas are probably just what you need.
I have to mention a few things for you to keep in mind before purchasing mesh breasts. First off, due to an SL mesh bug, you will most likely see some seams from where the mesh breasts attach to your default pair. Unfortunately, unlike other mesh bodily attachments, you can not put on an alpha layer around your default breasts to hide them. Also, the smaller you make your breasts, the harder it is for the mesh to blend in with your avatar. I am sure that when a mesh deformer becomes available, this issue will be solved. So, until then, I recommend using a neutral WL, such as CalWL. If you turn-off basic shaders, you won't see any seams at all, but you will be stuck SL's basic windlight. If you are a photographer like me, you can play around with different windlights and shadow settings, until the seams disappear. FYI: The seam issue is NOT the fault of the designers who created the appliers or the mesh breasts!
Secondly, when fitting my Lush breasts, I noticed that certain shape adjustments improved the overall look and fit of the breasts. Depending on your shape, I would make your overall 'Breast Size' between 10-20 points on the slider (I set mine at 10). I would set the 'Breast Buoyancy' around 35-45 points (I set mine at 39). And, I found a setting of 0-10 points to be perfect for the 'Breast Cleavage'(I set mine at 5).
Now that you have your breasts all in place, you will want to add the skin and/or nipple 'applier' that is made for the skin you are wearing. As of right now, the only skin creators, who I know of that make appliers for Lush, are -Belleza- and [PXL Creations]. I am praying that -Glam Affair- comes out with one for Lush too! I guess until then, I will have to match their color myself. Both appliers are made beautifully and match their skins perfectly (as you will see in the pictures). Not only do [PXL] and -Belleza- have a skin appliers, but they come with nipple appliers with 3 nipple choices as well.
The [PXL] appliers come with 2 shading options. One normal and one push-up. The nipple appliers come with 3 different nipple sizes (small, medium and big). They are very easy to apply. You just select the texture, right click and add. You do this for the texture and for the nipple of your choice.
The -Belleza- appliers come with one shading option and a tattoo layer (as well as shirt layers) to help blend the texture to the mesh breasts. The texture and nipple applier (there are 3 different natural nipple looks to chose from) come in an easy to use HUD. Just click and go!
 I guess you will be able to see more about both creator's appliers, and the Lush mesh breasts, in following pics. I must warn you though, I did touch-up the images in Photoshop, in order to conceal the seams. Like I mentioned earlier, you really have to work with a neutral windlight in order to avoid this noticeable glitch. I also recommend checking-out the the demo thoroughly.
When you get the demo, take the time to adjust you avatars's shape, in order to fit the mesh breast. You also want to go into edit mode and find the right height for them. After that, use the built in re-sizer script, so you can find the most comfortable size for your taste. And then, I suggest testing different lighting. You will probably have to re-adjust the size and fit of your mesh breasts, as you go bigger or smaller. So, with that said, here are your LMs:

Lush
[PXL Creations]
-Belleza-
Lolas

Btw, Strawberry Singh wrote an excellent post about mesh breasts and Lolas. I really feel it is definitely worth reading to give you some more insight that I may have left out. Here is the link: http://strawberrysingh.com/2013/01/08/mesh-breasts/

-Belleza-  Ava Tan 0 & Lush Appliers HUD Tan by Tricky Boucher

[PXL] FAITH LT NE MEB C1 & Lush LT Applier with Medium Nipple Size by Hart Larsson

~Style Info~

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Eyes: IKON Eternal Eyes - Silver (ML) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.03 by Izzie Button
Hair: [LeLutka]-POCAHONTAS hair - Praline by Thora Charron
Earrings: MG -  Earrings - Singapore Swing - Triple Ebony by Maxi Gossamer (avail for upcoming FaMESHed)
Mesh Breasts: Lush - [d] Lush Breasts 1.3 by Riann Maltese
Bikini Bottoms: Izzie's - Mademoiselle Panties black by Izzie Button
Pose: Izzie's - Silicone Model Poses by Izzie Button (NEW)
Pic 1 -

Skin: -Belleza-  Ava Tan 0 by Tricky Boucher (NEW)

Appliers for Lush: -Belleza-  Lush Appliers HUD Tan by Tricky Boucher  (NEW)

Pic 2 and 3 -

Skin: [PXL] FAITH LT NE MEB C1 by Hart Larsson

Appliers for Lush:[PXL] Lush LT Applier with Medium Nipple Size by Hart Larsson

Earrings: (Kunglers Extra) Cleopatra - Silver earrings by AvaGardner Kungler (NEW)

Necklace: (Kunglers Extra) Cleopatra - Silver necklace by AvaGardner Kungler (NEW)

Hand: Slink Mesh Hand Relax by Siddean Munro

Ring: (Kunglers Extra) Livia - Silver ring by AvaGardner Kungler (NEW)

Feet: N-core  BAREFEET by Claire Messenger (NEW)

Pose: -.label motion.-  Nude Poses by Anne Dakun

Home -

House: L2 STUDIO West Lake House 110 by Lindini2 Lane

Bed: :CP: Georgie Bed by Isla Gealach

Lamp: :CP: Georgie Lamp by Isla Gealach

Feeling Adrift

Hmm.... Where do I start? This look is not just a look. I have included a bit of home decor, as well as some new fashion pieces. This cycle of Collabor88 has so many wonderful things available. One of my favorite creations has to be the Cheeky Pea 'Ansel Living Room' set. Isla Gealach always manages to create some of the best detailed mesh furniture on the grid. I love her classic, yet still comfy, approach to home decor. Not to mention, she provides so many amazing animations in her sofas and chairs. You can even choose a 'PG' version of animations or an 'adult' version. I am sure I do not have to explain the difference to you. But, if you are curious, I suggest to check them out for yourself. LOL.
Kallisto Destiny, who I have always known as one of SL's most talented photographers/ bloggers, has been making quite a name for herself as designer too! Her brand called DRIFT, just released a pair of super chic and casual 'City Pants'. These loose linen textured pants, come with a bow adorned belt. You can change the color of the belt of too, via texture change HUD. These pants are definite MUST for more casual looks.
Truth Hawks, once again, released 3 fabulous new hair styles this week! I am particularly in love with his new braided style, called 'Lavinia'. Please make sure you hurry over to TRUTH and check-out all his amazing new releases and show him some love! Here are all your LMs:

Collabor88
DRIFT
TRUTH

Location: My Home

~Style Info~

Body -

Eyes: IKON Eternal Eyes - Sand (ML) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.03 by Izzie Button
Skin:[PXL] SOPHIA SK (Bare Lips) by Hart Larsson (NEW)
Shadow:  [PXL] SOPHIA SK (Smokey Eyes) by Hart Larsson (NEW)
Freckles: [PXL] FullBody freckles (tattoo 2.x) by Hart Larsson
Hair: TRUTH Lavinia w/ Roots - toast by Truth Hawks (NEW)

Necklace: LaGyo_Starla necklace brown/silver by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)

Cardigan: Ricielli Mesh - Cardigan Off Shoulder /#black by Ricielli Team

Cami: Tee*fy Ana Slouchy Satin Tank Creme by Azure Electricteeth  (avail @ C88)

Top (under cami): Color.Me.H.O.F [AnjaBasicBodysuit[Black] Jacket by fashionboi Landar

Pants: DRIFT City Pants [MESH] -Onyx by Kallisto Destiny (NEW)

Bracelet: LaGyo_Starla necklace bracelet/silver by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ TDR FUSION)

Ring R: LaGyo_Chrub ring by Gyorgyna Larnia

Ring L: LaGyo_Starla ring silver by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)

Shoes: celoe.zoe.pump.gondola. by Jaden Celoe

Bag (on floor):  Baiastice_Claudia-hand bag-onyx-without pose by Sissy Pessoa (NEW)

Poses: Del May - by Del May

Interior -

Sofa: :CP: Ansel Sofa (Adult) by Isla Gealach (avail @ C88)

Chair: :CP: Ansel Wing Chair (Adult) by Isla Gealach (avail @ C88)

Coffee Table: :CP: Ansel Coffee Table by Isla Gealach (avail @ C88)

Shelf with Picure Frames: :CP: Ansel Wall Art Frames  by Isla Gealach (avail @ C88)

Coffee Set on Table: BALACLAVA!! Recycled Coffee Set (Painted Desert) by Uriah Eulenberg)

Home: L2 STUDIO West Lake House 110 by Lindini2 Lane