Sneak Preview Of ROWNE! Store Grand Opening Today!

OMG! I am so excited and soooo late with this post! I don't know if you have heard, but there is an AMAZING new store and brand that is opening today, called ROWNE!

Who is ROWNE? Rowne is co-owned by the seriously talented team of Justice Topaz and Fashionboi Landar with Couleur Latoe joining as part of the design team! I have always been a HUGE fan of House of Fox, so I was ecstatic to hear about this incredible new venture and even more excited to be one of their bloggers.
*side note*I usually like to take more time with my pics and posts, but since I was running behind and the grand opening of this store is today, I decided to just post what I had finished. So, please stay tuned for more looks....

What can you expect from ROWNE?

ROWNE is "featuring essential items that are timeless; meant to be updated with seasonal pieces so you can continue to wear them throughout the year". I had a difficult time choosing items for this post, since they were all so beautiful. The clothing is made-up of soft and luxurious textures (knits, cottons and leathers) in classic colors that can be easily mixed and matched with anything in your wardrobe. After a couple hours of fussing with all the lovely separates, I finally decided on this yummy Athe Sweater paired with these gorgeous Steffen Shorts. The feel is truly timeless, classic and modern. The mesh is rendered to perfection and it is obvious that much time, thought and effort has been put into each and every item.

 I also added their Valor 2-Tone Clutch to the mix and it matched perfectly! There is so much more to see, so please stay tuned. Even better, you can see for yourself today!

When and Where? ROWNE is opening today, June 28th at 12 pm SLT! 

So make sure come and check-out all of the brilliant new designs. Demo them too! Here is your LM: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Rowne/194/85/22

Please make sure that you also check out ROWNE's website, which has an AMAZING video featuring their new collection, or all news and updates! Here is the link: http://rownesl.com/

Besides, the initial capsule collection of MUST HAVE separates, shoes and clutches, the ROWNE team will be releasing hair and other to die for essentials too! I can not wait!

-Style Info-

Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Mahogany (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: :Exile::West Coast (HUD) Light Blondes 1 by Kavar Cleanslate (avail @ Summerfest 2014)
Skin: [PXL] MIA Jazz NAT ~ Makeup 03 BEB by Hart Larsson (avail @ Rhapsody Opening Today)
Necklace: LaGyo_Avernal necklace Gold by Gyorgyna Larnia (NEW)
Sweater: Rowne.Athe Sweater - Ivory by Fashionboi Landar (NEW)
Shorts: Rowne.Steffen Shorts - White by Fashionboi Landar (NEW)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Hand Appliers: [PXL] Skin Tone appliers for Slink hands (NAT) by Hart Larsson
Bangle: LaGyo_Maya bangle L gold by Gyorgyna Larnia
Clutch: Rowne.Valor 2-Tone Clutch - Nude/Shell R Hand by Fashionboi Landar (NEW)
Pose:  {Imeka~} by NatiWilliams
Location: Baja Norte

Swan Lake

Unless you have been hiding under a virtual rock, then you already know that The Arcade Gacha Event is here again and well underway! As always, all of the designers who are participating in this awesome event have managed to come up with the most brilliant creations (more like, "brilliant ways to entice us part with tons of lindens"s..lol)! The seriously talented Charming Meiler of ::{u.f.o}:: has created one of my favorite gacha collections to date for this round, which is called Swan Lake, Act 1.

I don't know about you, but when I was little I wanted to be a ballerina when I grew-up. I loved everything that had to do with ballet, from toe shoes to tutus. This is what Charming managed to re-create for me with her beautifully crafted mesh collection. It is not only made-up of beautiful tutus and ballet shoes (with a texture change HUD), but also wonderful home decor pieces and accessories. Elegant mannequins, retro princess phones and ballet shoe wall ornaments, which all come in a vast array of in pretty pastel colors. 

This is one gacha collection that you will definitely want to try your luck with!

Speaking of amazing Arcade collections, aida Ewing of Glam Affair created two new skins for this round of The Arcade. The skins are called Liv and Livvy and are both absolutely stunning! For this post, I chose to wear Liv. Both skins come in 10 gorgeous make-ups and three lovely skin tones (Arctic, Asia and India). There is even a RARE version in bare, so make sure you play to win all!

Mr. Truth Hawks is also participating in this round of The Arcade (as if you didn't already know). He created this fabulous hair style, called Sakura. Sakura comes in two styles - one side bun or a bun on each side. You can also win flowers and gummy bears in different colors  that can be worn in  this uber cute do. 

So what are you waiting for, go play at The Arcade! Here are your LMs and Credits:

The Arcade Events

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Hazel (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: TRUTH HAIR  Sakura Hair (1 Side) - Light Blondes by Truth Hawks (avail @ The Arcade)
Flowers: TRUTH HAIR Flowers (1 Side) by Truth Hawks (avail @ The Arcade)
Skin: -Glam Affair- Liv skin- Asia - 08 A by aida Ewing  (avail @ The Arcade)
Necklace: Cae :: Melly :: Necklace by Caelan Hancroft  (NEW)
Tutu:  ::{u.f.o}:: Swan Lake, Act1 - odette - xxs  RARE by Charming Meiler (avail @ The Arcade)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant 1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Causal by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (Asia) by aida Ewing
Nails: Nailed It - Spring Wedding HUD by Giela Delpaso
Feet: Slink  AvEnhance Feet XXS by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Feet Skin Appliers (Asia )by aida Ewing
Shoes: ::{u.f.o}:: Swan Lake, Act1 - ballet flats -  odette HUD by Charming Meiler (avail @ The Arcade)
Ballets Shoes (held in hand - 2nd pic): ::{u.f.o}:: Swan Lake, Act1 - practice toe shoes beige by Charming Meiler  (avail @ The Arcade)
Pose 1: Bauhaus Movement by LouLou Teichmann (I slightly modded the head for this image)
Pouffe: with Pose 2: floorplan.velvet pouffe / dazzle by Tegan Serin
~Decor Info~
Mannequin with Dress: ::{u.f.o}:: Swan Lake, Act1 - mannequin with clothes by Charming Meiler  (avail @ The Arcade)
Mannequin with Ballet Shoes: ::{u.f.o}:: :Swan Lake, Act1 - mannequin ballet shoes v2 RARE by Charming Meiler  (avail @ The Arcade)
Vanity: floorplan. boudoir vanity / pink by Tegan Serin
Vanity Bench: floorplan. boudoir vanity / pink by Tegan Serin
Hanging Ballet Shoes: ::{u.f.o}:: Swan Lake, Act1 - haning ballet shoes pink by Charming Meiler  (avail @ The Arcade)
Poppies in Vase: AF Preserved Poppies by Apple Fall by warehousefifteendesigns Resident
Books: {Imeka~} Sweet Books by NatiWilliams  (avail @ The Arcade)
Cup with Straw: {Imeka~} Lovely Juice RARE by NatiWilliams  (avail @ The Arcade)
Telephone: ::{u.f.o}:: Swan Lake, Act1 - classic phone mint by Charming Meiler  (avail @ The Arcade)
Hat Box Stool: {what next} Leora Hatbox Stool by Winter Thorn (NEW)
Frame: AF Frame (Antique) by warehousefifteendesigns Resident
Trees: HPMD*   Garden Trees by Sasaya Kayo
White Flowers: [we're CLOSED] white flowers lavender by Wendy Xeno
Purple Flowers: [we're CLOSED] wild flowers lavender by Wendy Xeno
Shrubs: [we're CLOSED] shrub spring 2 by Mandingo Quan
Log: [we're CLOSED] tree 02 log bare by Wendy Xeno

May Collabor88 Round-up!

May's Collabor88 is sadly coming to an end on June 7th at 12am SLT, so make sure you hurry-up and grab all those fabulous exclusives before it is over! Here are a few more of my May Collabor88 favorites! I sincerely wish I had time to post everything available, but I am short on time :(

I am absolutely in love with this 50's retro inspired Ooh La La dress from u.f.o's Charming Meiler  . It is a May Collabor88 exclusive that comes in ton of yummy prints and color combinations!

I grabbed some fabulous accessories from May's Collabor88 add to my ensemble, which include this pretty mesh Flower Headband from Glam Affair and this delicious Lemon Fruit Necklace from (Yummy).

This lovely hair style, called Lady Julliette, is another Collabor88 must have from Bubbles Clawtooth of Clawtooth. 

This gorgeous skin is the latest from Shyla Diggs of Belleza. Her name is Suki and she is an Arcade gacha exclusive. So make sure you try your luck and win all of the lovely make-ups available! 

This brilliant outfit is also a May Collabor88 exclusive and was created by the talented Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice. The Mini Top and Fiore Skirt are sold as separates, so you can mix and match them with anything you like. Once again, I used accessories that are May Collabor88 exclusives. These awesome bold Bombshell Beads are from (Yummy) and the sexy Monroe Florida 50's Sunglasses are from Maxi Gossamer.

The stunning skin, is another May Collabor88 gem from Glam Affair, which I previously posted. Her name is Coral and comes in 8 stunning make-ups in 3 gorgeous skin tones! The beautiful retro Grable Hair is from ~Tableau Vivant~ and is another Collabor88 exclusive too!

So with that said, RUN to Collabor88 before it is over and grab these awesome creations! Here are the LMs and Credits:

Collabor88

The Arcade

Location:

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Hazel (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron

Look 1 -

Hair: Clawtooth: Lady Julliette - Strawberry cream by Bubbles Clawtooth (avail @ C88)

Skin: -Belleza-  Suki Makeup 7 R by Shyla Diggs  (avail @ The Arcade)

Gloss: -Belleza-  Suki Gloss 7 by Shyla Diggs  (avail @ The Arcade)

Headband: -Glam Affair- Flower Headband Aqua by Amberly Boccacio (avail @ C88)

Necklace: (Yummy) Fruit Necklace - Lemon by Polyester Partridge (avail @ C88)

Dress: ::{u.f.o}:: ooh la la dress -lemon squeeze by Charming Meiler (avail @ C88)

Bracelet: Izzie's - Eternity Bracelet orange white by Izzie Button (avail @ TDR Fusion)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro

Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Hands - PALE by Shyla Diggs 

Nails: Nailed It - Slink -Brights Set HUD - Carnation by Giela Delpaso

Pose: Bauhaus Movement by LouLou Teichmann

Look 2 -

Skin: -Glam Affair- Coral - America 01 F by aida Ewing (avail @ C88)

Hair:  ~Tableau Vivant~  Grable Hair - Solstice - FP by M4ri1yn Magic (avail @ C88)

Sunglasses: MG - Sunglasses - Monroe Florida 50's Classic - Raised by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ C88)

Necklace: (Yummy)  Bombshell Beads - Cherry by Polyester Partridge (avail @ C88)

Top: Baiastice_Mini top-black by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ C88)

Skirt: Baiastice_fiore skirt-poppy/stripe by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ C88)

Feet: JD - Lucy - FatPack by davidefre Resident
Shoes: JD - MyFeet Tip Toe - XXS by davidefre Resident

Pose: Bauhaus Movement Miss Lila Quander by LouLou Teichmann ♥

Baiastice for FaMESHed!

I am really tired today, so I am going to try and make this post brief...
Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice, always manages to impress to me with her wonderful designs. She created this AMAZING belted Sophia Jumpsuit for May's FaMESHed. The jumpsuit comes in ton of brilliant Spring/Summer colors and with a color change HUD for the belt, which makes for perfect styling.
Make sure you demo this ASAP!

There are so many wonderful new accessories on the grid, whether it is a store release or an event exclusive. I adore these new Lacey Platform heels from Dave Freeman of Just Design. They comes in a vast array of single of colors, which also come with a HUD that changes the texture of the sole and chain (gold, silver and black). If you buy the fatpack (with all colors), then you can change the color of each part of the shoe (sole, shoe, straps and chain), giving you unlimited wear options! Please keep in mind, that these shoes require JD - MyFeet Tip Toe, which you can buy at the Just Design Mainstore or on the Markeplace. 

I highly recommend picking up Just Design's MyFeet in Flat and Tip Toe. Not only are they beautiful bare feet with a perfect skin matching system (via database with almost every skin tone on the grid), but they are made to be worn with most of Just Design's latest shoe releases. Other shoe creators are also making shoes to fit his feet, just like the Slink bare feet!

SigiFaust Resident of ieQUED, created these awesome new Ace Shades. Not only are they perfectly rendered, but they come with endless options! A HUD let's you customize the temple, the frames and the accent piece in a choice of 16 colors. The lenses have 5 textures to choose from via the HUD and you can tint to them to any shade desired! Definitely make sure you grab these right away!

May's L'accessoires is still going strong! There are so many wonderful pieces of jewelry that you can find here this round. I absolutely LOVE this Irie Necklace from the talented riri Bazar of h.m.a.e.m..
I am also very fond of this lovely Swirly Dress Ring from Tiffy Vella of Eclectica. The ring has a texture change script too! Please make sure check out all the wonderful creations at this round of L'accessoires!
I know this gorgeous Nostalgia bracelet is not a L'accessoires exclusive, but I could not resist mentioning it again. It was made by talented Caelyn Hancroft of Cae and is part of her larger Nostalgia Collection, which also includes a necklace, earrings and rings. Each part is texture change via HUD. Do yourself a favor and check out all of Cae's amazing creations!

Oh more thing, this Toni Straw Tote, which is from Indyra Seigo of {Indyra}, is another summer staple. It comes with 3 bag holds (elbow, hand and arm) and has a texture change script that gives you several color options!

With that said, here are your LMs and Credits:

FaMESHed
Just Design
ieQUED
L'accessoires
Cae
{Indyra}

~Style Credits~
Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Mahogany (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: :Exile::Pick Up LInes (HUD) Natural Fusion 2 by Kavar Cleanslate  (NEW)
Skin: [PXL] JADE NAT Terre MEB C2 by Hart Larsson
Gloss: [PXL] JADE LipGloss #2 (tattoo) by Hart Larsson
Shades: ieQUED ace.shades.all by Sigi (sigifaust) (NEW)
Necklace:  h.m.a.e.m. - irie necklace - gold  by rir Bazar (avail @ L'accessoires)
Jumpsuit: Baiastice_Sophia jumpsuit-orange by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ FaMESHed)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Hand Appliers: [PXL] Skin Tone appliers for Slink hands (NAT) by Hart Larsson
Nails:[Bamboo] Nails Slink applier Fingers - Late Spring French by RubyRedRusset (NEW)
Bracelet: Cae :: Nostalgia :: Bracelet (R) by Caelan Hancroft
Ring: Eclectica Swirly Dress Ring (right) by Tiffy Vella (avail @ L'accessoires)
Tote:{Indyra}Toni StrawTote (elbow wear) by Indyra Seigo (NEW)
Feet: JD - Lacey Platform - FatPack by davidefre Resident (NEW)
Shoes: JD - MyFeet Tip Toe - XXS by davidefre Resident
Pose 1: -.label motion.-   by anne Dakun
Pose 3: double take: up and against series by Valena Vacano
Accessory Poses ( Pose 2 & Pose 4): -.label motion.-  by anne Dakun

Stepford Wife

I am absolutely in love with Maylee Oh's, of The Secret Store, 50's vintage inspired Betty Swing Dress. This stunning creation with it's perfectly rendered textures, is also a May Collabor88 exclusive this month. This dress, which comes in a beautiful array of patterns (floral, polka dots and stripes) and colors, can be worn and styled in so many different ways (especially since it comes with texture change HUD for the belt). So I decided to go with a more classic look that made me feel so elegant, beautiful and well...perfect...kind of like a 'Stepford' version of myself. LOL.

Anyway, Maylee has once again won me over with yet another gorgeous creation! You absolutely MUST demo this dress ASAP at Collabor88!
May's Collabor88 also has a ton of amazing accessories to go with all the fabulous clothes. I seriously adored this Frankie Purse from Natalee Oodles of Noodles. This beautiful purse goes so well with this dress too!
I also couldn't resist these fabulous Glossed Pumps from Hervé Faenzo. Like the purse and the dress, they are rendered to perfection and are a May Collabor88 exclusive!

Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo created the most stunning jewelry for this month's Collabor88. I know it is a bit hard to see in these pics, but I am wearing her Mary Necklace (with swallows and flowers) and Mary Flower Earrings. The necklace and earrings are available in 3 different metals (gold, silver and bronze) and the flowers come with a texture-change HUD. This makes matching a cinch! So please do your self a favor and check-out Gyo's whole Mary Collection at Collabor88.
Bubbles Clawtooth of Clawtooth, didn't hold back either this month. He created this lovely retro-esque hair style, called A Little Lamb. It also comes with this texture change bow, which totally completes my look! This another MUST demo item.
I think I covered everything, I do apologize if I forgot to mention anything. Here are your LMs and Credits:

Collabor88

Location: A Small Town Green
~Style Info~
Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Mahogany (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron

Hair: Clawtooth: A Little Lamb - Girl Next Door by Bubbles Clawtooth (avail @ C88)

Skin: -Belleza-  Ria Makeup 4 Dk by Shyla Diggs 

Gloss: -Belleza-   Ria Med 9 Gloss 1 by Shyla Diggs 

Earrings: LaGyo_Mary earring Flower Gold by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)

Necklace: LaGyo_necklace (swallows and flowers) Gold by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)

Dress: The Secret Store Betty Swing Dress - Roses by Maylee Oh (avail @ C88)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Hand Appliers MED by Shyla Diggs 

Nails: Nailed It - Slink -Blooming Spring Set HUD - Carnation by Giela Delpaso

Purse: Noodles - Frankie Purse Black Glitter by Natalee Oodles (avail @ C88)

Poodle: *MishMish* A Poodle to hug - Cream by Aime Takaaki (avail @ C88)

Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Med by Siddean Munro

Feet Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Feet Appliers MED by Shyla Diggs 

Shoes: Faenzo Glossed Pumps - Obsidian Small (Red Sole) by  Hervé Faenzo (avail @ C88)

Pose 1:{Imeka~} Miwa- Pose Series by NatiWilliams 

Pose 2: -.label motion.-  Wiza Pose Series by anne Dakun

PIA!

The super talented Mimikri Kit has been on fire lately, creating and releasing some of her best designs to date! She just recently released this beautiful camisole dress, called PIA. I adore the simplicity and relaxed flirty feel to this dress. It can be worn so many ways, but I decided to keep things simple and wear it as is. If you have not been to Mimkri's Mainstore lately, then you absolutely must go ASAP! She has so many beautifully made original designs that you will not be able to resist!

Carina Larsen of Amacci has released this fabulous new skin, called Tyne! Like all of Carina's skins, Tyne is expertly shaded with a luminous glow. Her body is beautifully rendered with a lovely tone. She is available in 12 stunning make-ups plus a "clear" version. Tyne also comes in a choice of 2 skin tones - cream and nutmeg. Each skin comes with a ton of options too, which include: 10 lipsticks (on tattoo), 3 cleavage options (on tattoo and shirt layer), several brow shapes and a blonde brow (on tattoo). So please do yourself a favor and demo this amazing skin ASAP!

Mr. Truth Hawks just recently released this fabulous new hair style, called Thelma! It is a Collabor88 exclusive this month, so you definitely do NOT want to miss it!
AvaGardner Kungler always creates such stunning jewelry with an amazing organic feel to it. Although these Walhalla Necklace and Earrings are not a recent release, I could not help but mention them. The color story and gemstone shapes are so lovely, as with all her accessories. I know it is hard to see, but I am also wearing bracelets that Ava created in the same color, which are TDR Fusion exclusive right now! So make you sure you check-out the Kunglers Mainstore, as well as TDR Fusion ASAP!

So with that said, here are your credits and LMs:

Mimikri
Amacci Skin
Collabor88
(Kunglers Extra)
TDR Fusion

~Style Info~
Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Grey (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Skin: Amacci Skin - Tyne (Cream) - 06 Bronze by Carina Larsen (NEW)
Lips: Amacci - Tyne (Cream) - Lip Tattoo 3 by Carina Larsen  (NEW)
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Thelma - Light Blondes by Truth Hawks  (avail @ C88)
Earrings: (Kunglers Extra) Walhalla -  earrings 2 - Copper by AvaGardner Kungler
Necklace: (Kunglers Extra) Walhalla - necklace - Copper by AvaGardner Kungler
Dress: Mimikri- Cami Dress / Pia delta by Mimikri Kit  (NEW)

Bracelets: (Kunglers) TDRF #039 - L Bracelet - Copper by AvaGardner Kungler (avail @ TDR Fusion)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro

Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Appliers: Amacci - SLink Hand Applier - Skin - Cream by Carina Larsen
Bare Feet: JD - My Feet Full - XXS by davidefre Resident
Pose 1:  Bauhaus Movement Anjali by LouLou Teichmann
Pose 2: -.label motion.-  Katie Pose Series by anne Dakun
~Deco Info~
Build: Kalopsia - Old Garden Arches by Isabeau Baragula
Curtains: Kalopsia - Flying Curtains by Isabeau Baragula
Flying Leaves: Kalopsia - Flying Leaves (Green) by Isabeau Baragula
Flying Paper: Kalopsia - Flying Papers by Isabeau Baragula
Clock: Kalopsia - Old Clock by Isabeau Baragula
Letters: Kalopsia -  Old Letters by Isabeau Baragula
Trees: :CP: Dragonfly Garden Tree Screen by Isla Gealach
Hourglass: :CP: The Alchemist - Hourglass (gacha) 1 by Isla Gealach
Scales: :CP: The Alchemist - Scale (gacha) by Isla Gealach

May Collabor88 Perfect Pin-ups

May Collabor88 is here and well underway! Once again, the Collabor88 creators managed to wow me with their amazing themed creations. Just when I think they can not top the previous rounds, they prove me wrong! LOL! The theme for May is called, Milkshakes and Turntables, which is definitely one of my favorite themes to date! What exactly is Milkshakes and Turntables? It's a perfect mix of late 50's to early 60's tailored styles and kitsch with a rockabilly edge. The color palette includes shades of pink, aqua, mint, red and black.

Azure Electricteeth of Tee*fy created the following look, which sums up Collabor88's May theme perfectly! I am totally in love with her Unbuttoned Knotted Shirt, as well as these High-Waisted Skinny Jeans. As always, Azure's creations are textured and rendered to perfection, making this ensemble even more irresistible! By the way, the Unbuttoned Knotted Shirt comes with a HUD, so you can change the color/pattern of the inside top. You can also chose to wear the shirt without the inside top.
These seriously sexy Moxi Heels from Darling Monday of fri.day are to DIE FOR! I love the glamorous pin-up girl feel of these peep-toe heels, which were made to be worn with Slink's AvEnhance Feet (High). You will definitely want to grab these shoes in every color available!

The super talented Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo, created the perfect accessories to go with all your Collabor88 exclusives. She made these fabulous Mary Bow Bandanas that come in a ton of iconic patterns and prints. Gyo also designed these gorgeous Mary Swallow Earrings, which add a bit of rockabilly kitsch. Be sure to check-out her whole Mary Collection at May's Collabor88.
Speaking of awesome Collabor88 accessories, Polyester Partridge of (Yummy), created this delicious Cherry Necklace, as well as a whole line of other fruity necklaces and colorful baubles.

aida Ewing of Glam Affair, created another STUNNING new skin for Collabor88, called Coral! She is available in 8 beautiful make-ups and in a choice of 3 skin tones (Arctic, Asia and America). Each make-up comes in 8 different brow colors (embedded into the skin), as well as no brow option too! Do yourself a favor and demo this glamorous new skin ASAP!
Lamb Bellic of lamb, came out with this amazing retro inspired hairstyle, called Peggy Sue. And yes, it is a Collabor88 exclusive too! She created two more May themed styles, which you MUST check out right away!
I think I covered everything... So here are your credits and LMs:

Collabor88

Location: My Home
~Style Info~
Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Grey (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Skin: -Glam Affair- Brandi - Europa 05 A by aida Ewing (avail @ C88)
Hair: !lamb. Peggy Sue - Grayscale HUD by Lamb Bellic (avail @ C88)
Bow Bandanna: LaGyo_Mary bow bandana Cherries by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Earrings: LaGyo_Mary earring Swallow Gold by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Necklace: (Yummy) Cherry Necklace by Polyester Partridge (avail @ C88)
Top: Tee*fy Laura Unbuttoned Knotted Shirt - Pink by Azure Electricteeth (avail @ C88)
Pants: Tee*fy Leah High-Waisted Skinny Jeans - Black by Azure Electricteeth (avail @ C88)
Bracelet 1 L: [Atooly]  Iggy Spiked Bracelet L - Red by rockstarroo GossipGirl (NEW)
Bracelet 2 L: [Atooly]  Iggy Spiked Bracelet L - Black by rockstarroo GossipGirl (NEW)
Bracelet R: Izzie's - *resize* Braid Bracelet black  by Izzie Button (NEW)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro

Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (America) by aida Ewing
Nails (Mani): (NO) Art Nails for SLINK - Cherries by Nylon Pinkney (avail @ C88)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet High by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Feet Skin Appliers (America) by aida Ewing
Nails (Pedi): Nailed It - Brights Set HUD by Giela Delpaso
Shoes: fri. - Moxie.Heels (Cherry) by Darling Monday (avail @ C88)
Pose 1: Bauhaus Movement Anjali by LouLou Teichmann (NEW)

Pose 2: Bauhaus Movement Angel Of Sorrow by LouLou Teichmann *Slightly Modded* (NEW)

Pose 3: -.label motion.-  Katie Pose Series by anne Dakun (NEW)
~Deco Info~
Truck: The Gearhead's Garage - Old Truck by The Gearhead
Picnic Basket (Blue): Lark - Picnic Tin - Blue Cherry by Sienia Trevellion (avail @ C88)
Picnic Basket (Red): Lark - Picnic Tin - Pink Cherry by Sienia Trevellion (avail @ C88)
Rocking Chair: {what next} Bramley Rocking Chair (white) - no pillow by Winter Thorn (NEW)
Crate: floorplan. crate of pumpkin ale by Tegan Serin
Bucket: {what next}  Spring Clean  Bucket (cream) - Gacha Item by Winter Thorn
Cleaning Supplies in Box: {what next} Housekeepers Box Decor (green) - Gacha Item by Winter Thorn
Steam Trunk: POST: Belgravia Steamer by Van Auster
Hat Box: POST: Olivier Travel Case by Van Auster
Clothes Line: {what next} Cottage Washing Line - Gacha Item by Winter Thorn
Ladder: {what next} Window Cleaner Ladder - Gacha Item by Winter Thorn
Trees: [we're CLOSED] tree 01 spring by Mandingo Quan
Bushes: [we're CLOSED] shrub spring by Mandingo Quan

Rebirth and ISON Collabor88 Exclusives!

If you had read my previous post, then you know I had been away for the last week. My Grandmother, who I was very close to, had unexpectedly passed away. These last months in general had been fairly rough for me, which was mainly due to health issues and other RL stuff. However, after having lost such an important part of my life, it all seems quite trivial in contrast. It feels as if a huge part of myself has died. I had spent most of the last week running around non-stop and spending time with family down at my Grandmother's house in Florida. The extra family support helped soften the blow and gave me some much needed comfort. Unfortunately, now I am back home and faced with the reality of it all. This has to be one of the toughest things I have ever had to deal with. I just have been pushing myself to go through the motions of being human, trying to keep my brain occupied. For the most part, I find myself in constant state of reflection that triggers thoughts of things I need to change about myself. Hopefully, this will result in some sort of positive transformation....

Now that I said all of that, I will change the subject. 

In much happier news, the April cycle of Collabor88 has been well underway, bringing us a palette of watercolor inspired pastels mixed with romantic and flirty Spring creations. One of my favorite ensembles from this round, has to be from the seriously talented Harry Hyx of ISON. He created this lovely delicate Silk Camisole, as well as this perfectly pleated Midi Skirt. Both of these gorgeous separates are beautifully rendered and are available in ton of pastel and neutral colors. The Silk Camisole comes with 2 style options - regular neckline and a low cut version. The Pleated Midi Skirt also comes with 2 style options - belted with a HUD that changes the belt's shade and also without a belt. Both of these separates, which are Spring wardrobe staples, can be worn together or mixed and matched with other items in your inventory. So make you run over to Collabor88 and grab these STUNNING MUST HAVE items ASAP!

These fabulous shoes that I am wearing are from David Freeman of JUST DESIGN. They are called Lucy and are Seasons Story exclusive this month! These shoes are fully customizeable via HUD, allowing one to change the colors of the shoe, platform, sole and metals. There is also a sock option too! Please make sure you do yourself a favor and check these out too!

The stunning over-sized Maylea Clutch that I am holding is another April Collabor88 exclusive from Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo. They are available in a ton of pretty pastel tones and prints. Do not forget to grab these, since they are the perfect Spring accessory. 

I also adore this beautiful Gold Rose Pendant, which was created by Polyester Partridge of (Yummy). And you guessed it! This is an April Collabor88 exclusive too! Make sure you do not miss it!

This lovely low hanging chignon hair style is called Fleur and is from Truth Hawks. This is yet another April Collabor88 exclusive and comes with this gorgeous texture change flower accessory. You can choose to wear the hair with the flowers or alone. Make sure you demo this style ASAP!
This stunning skin is obviously from aida Ewing of -Glam Affair-. This latest skin is called, Brandi and is a Cutie Moon Fair exclusive. Brandi comes in 6 beautiful and youthful make-ups and is available 4 skin tones (Artic, Asia, America and Jamaica). Each skin also comes in 13 different brow colors (8 regular shades and 5 pastel colors) and a no brow option too! There are also 2 nose options (on tattoo), 2 lip glosses (on tattoo) and 12 lip colors (on tattoo). Make sure you demo this skin right away!
I think I covered everything, so here are your credits and LMs:

Collabor88
Seasons Story
Cutie Moon Fair

Location (Pic One): Neva River
Location (Pic Two and Three): Small Town of Green
~Style Info~
Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Quicksilver (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: TRUTH HAIR  Fleur - Blondes by Truth Hawks (avail @ C88)

Skin: -Glam Affair- Brandi - Asia 01 B by aida Ewing (avail @ Cutie Moon Fair)

Lipstick: -Glam Affair- Brandi - Asia - Lipstick 07 by aida Ewing (avail @ Cutie Moon Fair)

Earrings:(Yummy) Work Pearls - Peach by Polyester Partridge 

Necklace: (Yummy) Gold Rose Pendant - Pink by Polyester Partridge  (avail @ C88)

Dress: ISON - silk camisole - (eggshell) by Harry Hyx (avail @ C88)
Vest: ISON - pleated midi skirt - (purple) by Harry Hyx (avail @ C88)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Bag by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (Asia) by aida Ewing
Nails: Nailed It - Slink - The Runway Perfect Set  by Giela Delpaso (Runway Perfect Hunt)
Clutch: LaGyo_Maylea clutch bag Flowers by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Shoes:  JD -Lucy by davidefre Resident  (avail @ Seasons Story)
Pose 1: -.label motion.-  by anne Dakun
Pose 2: -.label motion.-  Ally Pose Series by anne Dakun (NEW)
Pose 3: Mine

Laid Back

While it is still fairly cool in NY, the weather and fashion is definitely warming-up in SL. Spring is most definitely here! With the onset of a new season, there are always mega events all over the grid. This post is made-up of some of my favorite event exclusives this month.

The talented Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo, created this AMAZING Miranda mesh bustier, which is adorned with beautiful mesh flowers in contrasting colors. This bustier is also part of her Carmen Miranda inspired 'Miranda Collection', which is available at The Arcade. This collection is made-up of the above bustier in several brilliant colors, earrings that match the same flower on the bustier and also color turbans. Each play is on 50L, so make sure you stop by The Arcade and try your luck at winning one or all of these gorgeous creations!

Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice, created this beautiful and sleek Ivana High Slit Skirt for FaMESHed. This skirt comes in nice array of Spring inspired colors and also has matching marbled top that you will see later in an upcoming post! 

Skin Fair 2014 is still going on strong! While you are at this yearly event, you absolutely must stop by the -Glam Affair- vendor and demo this stunning new called, Romy. Aida Ewing, as always, went all out and created so many unbelievable options for this new skin. Instead of buying full make-up skins, you buy one base skin (in Arctic, America, Europa, Asia, Jamaica, India and Africa skin tones)with the following the options: 

• 5 cheek styles (on tattoo)
• 6 eyebrow styles in 8 different shades (on tattoo)
• 9 freckle and mole styles (on tattoo)

Now, here is where the fun part comes in! You can purchase the following make-ups and facial features to customize and personalize your look. Here are the packs you can purchase:

- Eye shadows - 3 different packages to choose from (all on tattoo)

• Light Line (6 styles included)
• Dark Line (6 styles included)
• Color Line (6 styles included)

- Glosses and Lipsticks (4 different packages to choose from )

• 7 yummy styles of gloss (on tattoo)
• Temptation Lipsticks - 10 different shades (on tattoo)
• Goddess Lipsticks - 10 different shades (on tattoo)
• Flower Lipsticks - 10 different shades (on tattoo)
• Fruits Lipsticks - 10 different shades (on tattoo)

- 5 Nose Styles

There are also Loud Mouth and Slink Visage appliers available for purchase too! The only hard part is choosing what gorgeous make-ups to get. Make sure you demo them ASAP!

I know this post is getting long, but I had to mention this fabulous Salcombe Gazebo set from Isla Gealach of Cheeky Pea! It is a FaMESHed exclusive this month and perfect for your Spring outdoor decor. Plus, I love the fact that it is materials ready. 

If you notice in the above pic, there are bouquets of wild flowers strewn about,more wild flowers in a vase and also a yellow Refurbished Table.These are Arcade exclusives from Maylee Oh of The Secret Store.You absolutely MUST try your luck at winning this lovely mesh wildflowers and refurbished tables. 

Oh! I almost to forgot to mention the fabulous Rose Sandals that I am wearing! They are latest release from Sigifaust of IeQUED. These delicate strappy stilettos with a rose petal heel are literally wearable art. They are available in a bunch of brilliant colors and were made to worn with Slink's AvEnhance Feet Med mesh feet. Please make sure you check them out!

Both of the beautiful hairstyles that I am wearing in the post are recent recently from Kavar Cleanslate of Exile. If you haven't been toExile lately, you should definitely go over there ASAP and try on all of Kavar's stunning new releases. 

So with that said, here are your LMs and Credits:

The Arcade Events

FaMESHed

Skin Fair 2014

IeQUED 

::Exile:

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Promise Eyes - Evening (XS) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair (Pic 1): ::Exile:: Slow Burn: Natural Fusion by Kavar Cleanslate
Hair (Pic 2): ::Exile:: Right Through You: Natural Fusion by Kavar Cleanslate

Earrings: LaGyo_Miranda earrings Madame by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ The Arcade)

Skin: -Glam Affair- Romy skin - Base ( America )by aida Ewing (avail @ Skin Fair 2014)

Eye Shadow: -Glam Affair- -Glam Affair - Romy - Eyes makeup - Dark line 02 by aida Ewing  (avail @ Skin Fair 2014)

Lipstick: -Glam Affair- Romy Lipstick ( America ) Temptation 09 by aida Ewing  (avail @ Skin Fair 2014)
Moles:  -Glam Affair- Romy - Freckles & Moles 07 by aida Ewing  (avail @ Skin Fair 2014)
Necklace: -Glam Affair- Embellished Ruffle Collar Black by  Amberly Boccacio (avail @ FaMESHed)
Bustier LaGyo_Miranda bustier Madame by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ The Arcade)
Skirt:  Baiastice_Ivana High slit skirt-iceberg by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ FaMESHed)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Bag by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (America) by aida Ewing
Nails: Nailed It - French Manicure - Pastels Set HUD Rose by Giela Delpaso
Ring: Cae  :: Royal :: Ring (R)  by Caelan Hancroft
Feet:  Slink AvEnhance Feet Med by Siddean Munro
Feet Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Feet Skin Appliers (America) by aida Ewing
Shoes: IeQUED rose.sandal.white. by Sigi (sigifaust) (NEW)
Pose 1: Bauhaus Movement Sun by LouLou Teichmann
Pose 2: My Own
~ Decor ~
Gazebo: :CP: Salcombe Gazebo by Isla Gealach (avail @ FaMESHed)
Sofa: :CP: Salcombe Sofa by Isla Gealach (avail @ FaMESHed)
Rug: :CP: Salcombe Rug by Isla Gealach (avail @ FaMESHed)
Table: The Secret Store Wild Flowers - Refurbished Table - Yellow - RARE by Maylee Oh (avail @ The Arcade)
Flowers in Vase: The Secret Store Wild Flowers - Mixed Flowers Vase - RARE by Maylee Oh (avail @ The Arcade)
Flower Bouquets: The Secret Store Wild Flowers - Bouquet/Daffodils and Bouquet/Cornflowers by Maylee Oh (avail @ The Arcade)
Flowers in Small Vase: The Secret Store Wild Flowers - Lavender by Maylee Oh (avail @ The Arcade)
Candles: [Atooly]  My Candle Gacha - Tiny Candles w/plate - Pinks & Green by rockstarroo GossipGirl
Bunny: Birdy/Alchemy Spring Babes - Bunny - Smoke by nina Helix (avail @ The Arcade)