The perfect Autumn ensemble - Featuring Ashmoot, and Desmonia

If you have ever spent any time in the mountains of Arizona in the Fall, then you know how amazingly beautiful it can be, and how temperamental the weather is as well. The skies are crystal blue, with gorgeous white, fluffy clouds and the temperatures rise into the 70's during the day, while the evenings are dotted with campfires and bonfires, the smell of smoke in the air, sweaters and temps that dive into the 30's. As you can guess, getting dressed in the morning for the rest of the day can be a bit tricky, and I have come to understand the true meaning of layering, and I find myself wishing I could get away with some of the Autumn fashions I see donning the cover of the latest fashion magazines. But thanks to Second Life, I get to do just that, and this new ensemble from Ashmoot looks like it just came out of the pages of the October issue of Vogue magazine!

From head to toe this entire outfit is incredibly well designed, textured, and the attention to detail is absolutely amazing! The oversized sweater goes perfectly over the flirty, skater styled skirt, the jewelry and glasses are expertly designed to add the perfect details, and check out this magnificent purse that comes in two styles with and without poses. I just had to take more than one photo so I could show off all the details, including the gorgeous new nails and lips from Alaskametro and the fantastic shoes and stockings, also from Ashmoot, that complete this ensemble.

 

All the items from Ashmoot are currently available at Designer Circle, which opened on the 15th and will run through the 28th, which means you have a little bit of time to head over and grab this ensemble for yourself. In case you needed any more incentive let me give you some more details! The shoes come in 3 different colors, so you can choose to spice up this outfit even more, as well as 2 choices for the purse, and there is also a Ghost version of the sweater, a perfect choice for a casual Halloween party or to just get into the spirit of the season a little bit.

And while you are out and about on the grid, stop by the Cosmetics Fair and check out these gorgeous new Tangerine lipsticks from Alaskametro. They come in 10 different shades with Classic avatar tattoos, as well as applier sets for OMEGA, LeLutka and Catwa mesh heads. The Cosmetics Fair began on the 15th and will run through the end of the month, so stop by and check out all the amazing new releases from your favorite cosmetics creators. Happy shopping and I hope you enjoy all the goodies you pick up while out and about!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone 3.0
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Skin - Essences - Mara @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - September
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
Store - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Essences/134/144/21

Eyebrows - Izzie's - LeLutka Applier Brows @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - September
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
Store - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Izzies/115/125/31

Eyes - Avi Glam - Lure @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - August
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
Store - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dallas%20County/86/93/1522

Lashes - Arte - Beauty Lashes @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - September
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
Store - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Flawless/72/56/2

Lips - Alaskametro - Tangerine Lipstick @ Cosmetics Fair
Started October 15th and runs until the end of the month
10 different Tangerine shades, perfect for Fall
Classic avatar tattoos, as well as applier sets for OMEGA, LeLutka and Catwa
$85L per set
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MONS/122/203/8

Hair - Desmonia - Heidi Ponytail @ Level Up
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hype/71/75/21

Nails - Alaskametro - OCCVLT Nailpolish Appliers @ Salem
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Prism%20Events/128/113/22
Metallic polishes with different occult symbols

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/132/24

Sweater, Skirt, Earrings, Necklace, Bracelets, Ring, Purse, Stockings, Shoes, Glasses - Ashmoot - A/W Collection for Designer Circle 165
Started October 15th and runs through the 28th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tanami%20Bay/149/165/22

Prop & Pose

Prop - FOXCITY - Photo Booth - Glam - Silver&Gold
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FOXCITY/178/65/22

Pose - An Lar - Still Series
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/84/74/22

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's trends in fashion and home decor work for you!

~Jade~

My quiet time to find original answers - Featuring KiB Designs

Today is my son's 19th birthday and I am in a bit of a daze wondering when he turned from my "little man" into a man, but it seems to have happened over night. It was just he and I for a lot of years, and relying on each other has made our bond quite strong, but as any parent of a teen knows, sometimes it's hard to remember what it was like before all the arguing, yelling and independence seeking began. In the end you have to take a step back and watch them grow into adulthood, offering your help as it's needed and also learning when to let them experience life on their own terms, just as we all did years ago. I know he will probably wander far from home, and even today he said he will miss me when he goes, but no matter how far he roams, I reminded him that I will always be with him. Not in that sappy, in your heart way, but more in the fact that with every decision he makes in life he will carry the lessons I have tried to teach with him, and hope it guides him in the right directions in life. But everyone makes mistakes, and it isn't about how many times you fail, it's about getting back up and how you handle the failure that counts. I often find myself repeating the same quote over and over to him, and at this moment, I feel that I should heed my own advice and take some quiet time to ponder this amazingly wonderful, yet heartbreaking thing called life.

Others inspire us, information feeds us, practice improves our performance, but we need quiet time to figure things out, to emerge with new discoveries, to unearth original answers.

Ester Buchholz

The SPOTLIGHT event by hashtag starts on September 1st which is where you can find this absolutely adorable new dress and necklace from KiB Designs! The Dakota dress is an exclusive to the event with lots of colors to choose from, which means you are sure to find a favorite! Make sure to pick up the Dakota necklace for ONLY $1L while you are at the event as well. It comes in Light or Dark and goes perfectly with the dress and is a MUST have piece to add to your jewelry box. And check out this adorable new hair from Exile that comes with a Bento edition meaning the little wisps move as you do and with the environment, and I absolutely LOVE it! Of course there are other versions as well that won't bump you over most people's limits into the blob range, so do yourself a favor and head by Exile and try on their new hairs, but make to take a few Linden with you, you will NEED it!

By the way, I ended up finding a new favorite place to spend quiet time on Second Life, and I was so blown away by the intricate beauty of the sim that I had to share it with you all. If you are looking for a place to escape or a little adventure then head over to Abandale. A small town, lost in time, left to fall prey to the sands of time is the perfect place to wander with fantastic details you have to see to believe, so take the taxi and go find some original answers for yourself!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone 3.0 - Custom Shape by me
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Hair -Exile - Into the Sky (Bento)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/46/207/21

Eyes - Avi Glam - Lure - Powder Pack - August
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
Main Store
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dallas%20County/86/93/1522

Lips - Alaskametro - London for Omega, LeLutka and Catwa + 6 Classic Avatar Tattoos @ On9
$75L each
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tropical%20Orchid/247/193/999

Necklace - KiB Designs - Dakota Necklace (Light & Dark) 1L Gift @ SPOTLIGHT by hashtag
Starts September 1st so NO peeking until then!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sylvhara/64/18/21

Dress - KiB Designs - Dakota Dress - EXCLUSIVE @ SPOTLIGHT by hashtag
Starts September 1st so NO peeking until then!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sylvhara/64/18/21

Pose - An Lar - The Sarai Series
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/84/74/22

Location Details

Location - Abandale
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ravencrest/53/86/23

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's trends in fashion and home decor work for you!

~Jade~

"And from the chaos of her soul there flowed beauty." Louise Alexandra Erskine

My brain has been a whirling black cloud of chaos and confusion for a couple of weeks now, and I am finally beginning to see my way through. In the midst of all the chaos I continue to pace myself and remember to breathe, while continuing to stop and see the beauty that surrounds us, even in the most hectic moments. I have realized I do this a lot with my blogging, not just to try and relieve stress, but to help bring forth the art that resides inside me. This post has taken me several days to complete due to doctor appointments and then needing time to process what is happening with my RL and a much needed breakfast with my parents. Sitting them down and having to tell them I have developed a serious heart condition was not the highlight of my day and I honestly wish I could wake up and this would all be a dream, but I can't and now I have to learn to live a whole new way, again. I had a moment of weakness a couple of days ago and broke down, just tired of fighting with my health and cried until I had those stupid hiccup cries and in the end I felt cleansed. I love how tears can do that, and though I felt a sense of relief, a plan hasn't yet formed for how I learn to deal with this new change, but as my Dad reminded me today, the sun will still rise tomorrow and with it, a new day comes to shed light that can make you see things complete differently, or at least to see the beauty that lies even in the darkest, twisted depths of chaos that resides within my soul.

And from the chaos of her soul there flowed beauty.
Louise Alexandra Erskine

If you have ever had the desire to be a Fantasy Angel but feathers aren't your thing, then check out the amazing Lily Set by Indulge Temptation IT!, currently at the Fable Fair 2 through the 26th of the month. The Lilies are 100% unrigged mesh that come with 9 items in the set; crown, lei, bracelets, nip covers, kini and wings, in 24 different color versions, meaning you are sure to find your favorite color combination, and you will pay ONLY $150L per package! Do yourself a favor and head on over to the event and check out all the goodies, I promise you won't be disappointed at the Once Upon a Time round of the Fable Fair.

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone 3.0
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Skin - Alaskametro - Fit - Body Skin @ Mesh Body Addicts Fair
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dragontail/37/186/33

Face Skin - Alaskametro - Sunny @ Mesh Body Addicts Fair
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dragontail/37/186/33

Hair - Virtual Diva - Touche V2 - Champagne @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

Eyes - Avi Glam - Lure @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - August
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Eye Makeup - Alaskametro - Aquatica Makeup Palette
5 bioluminescent creature inspired eyeshadows and 5 lipsticks
From Indie Teepee so check the store soon
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Imogen/72/133/31

Earrings - IT! - Sauda Earring @ Fable Fair 2
For ONLY $10L
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Brewery/88/130/21

Lilies - IT! - Lily Set @ Fable 2 Fair
100% Unrigged Mesh
9 Items
Crown, Lei, Bracelets, Nip Covers, Kini and Wings
24 Color Versions
ONLY $150L per package
Fable Fair 2 August 5th - 26th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Brewery/88/130/21

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's trends in fashion and home decor work for you!

~Jade~

"Are you feeling awesome? (Everybody loves a queen!)" Virtual Diva @ Swank

Sometimes there are ensembles that once they are on and complete, you feel transformed, and today is no exception. You could say I am feeling a bit fierce with the haute couture styling of Virtual Diva, currently an exclusive at Swank.

The Closer dress comes in sizes for all your favorite mesh bodies and the shoulder piece is adjustable so you can place it perfectly on your body. The colors are bright and fabulous, perfect for a Summer night out at the club! Paired with the stunning chain necklace from Valena you will knock them dead at your next event, so do yourself a favor and head on over to Swank when it opens its doors on the 9th and pick yourself up some new goodies!

If you have been reading along lately, then you know I am completely in love with the newest Powder Pack release, which means I just had to show off some more of the wonderful things inside this pack, but FIRST I have to tell you where to get this AMAZING skin! The Mesh Body Addicts Fair started on the 1st and will run through the 21st, so you have time to get over there, but if you do then be sure to check out the newest releases from Alaskametro, exclusive to the event. With appliers for several mesh heads, and of course OMEGA appliers as well for the head and body, you are sure to find a shade of the "Fit" body skin and "Sunny" face applier to fit your needs. The body is shaded giving more muscle definition, leading to the "fit" description. You will find abdominal shading as well, making it the perfect beach body, so do yourself a favor and head on over soon before this beauty slips through your fingers! If you are looking for exciting and daring Summer makeup to accompany your ensembles this season then make sure to check out the newest release from Studio Exposure for the LeLutka Powder Pack for August. The "Rainbow Unicorn" collection comes with a variety of bright eye shadows you can wear alone or in combination with dazzling, glossy lip shades, making it an incredibly versatile pack and definitely a MUST have addition to your collection! Do yourself a favor and get your hands on this ensemble and do your best model walk, feeling FIERCE for your high fashion event!

The Fashion Details

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Head - LeLutka - Simone - Bento
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Skin (face) - Alaskametro - Sunny @ Mesh Body Addicts Fair
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dragontail/37/186/33

Skin (body) - Alaskametro - Fit Body @ Mesh Body Addicts Fair
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dragontail/37/186/33

Eyes - Avi Glam - Lure Eyes @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - August
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Lashes - LeLutka - Simone - Bento
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Eyeshadow and Lips - Studio Exposure - Rainbow Unicorn - LipGlossy Version 10 @ Powder Pack - LeLutka
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Hair - Entwined - Lexie - Roots @ Epiphany
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Epiphany/88/131/1006

Necklace - Valena - Chainy Necklace - Gold
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/River%20Village/227/162/22

Dress and Shoulder Piece - Virtual Diva - Closer @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003
Starts August 7th, 2017

Pose - Virtual Diva - Retro Set @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003
Starts August 7th, 2017

Prop - MINIMAL - Illusion III *4 @ Epiphany
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Epiphany/88/131/1006

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's trends in fashion and home decor work for you!

~Jade~ 

Come on ladies let's ROCK Those Racks!

Hey ladies!  We are down to the last three days of the 4th annual Rock Your Rack, presented by Models Giving Back, where a portion of every purchase goes to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation.  Every designer was asked to present a 100% and a 50% donation item as well something for the 10L hunt, meaning you are bound to find some absolutely fabulous new creations from some of your favorite creators, and feel great about doing a little shopping at the same time!  Alaskametro has set up an adorable lingerie shop featuring the Karena bralet, an incredibly feminine lace top that can be worn under other mesh items, or alone for a sexier look that sets off that rack!  the top comes in 6 different colors and has material appliers for Slink Physique/Hourglass, Omega and Maitreya mesh bodies, and happens to be ONLY 75L with 100% of the proceeds going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.  And if you happen to be a woman of color, then I hope you haven't missed my posts and know to stop by the event as well to check out the stunning new skins from Deluxe Body Factory, that range from pretty pale to dark, like the Ebony featured here.  The makeup is beautiful and perfect for the event and the month of October, with it's beautiful pink accents, so hurry on over to the event and check out these and all the other amazing offerings for Rock Your Rack 2016!

The Fashion Details

Head - LAQ - Trinity 1.5
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LAQ/179/66/30

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Skin - Deluxe Body Factory - Ifede Skin - Ebony @ Rock Your Rack
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/City%20of%20Concord/111/140/29

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Rustic
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/IKON/143/128/501

Hair - ICONIC - Vanessa
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/ICONIC/167/115/31

Necklace and Earrings - Meva - Fly (past You.Gacha item)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Manifesto/182/121/24

Top - Alaskametro - Karena - Bralet - Jade @ Rock Your Rack
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/City%20of%20Concord/111/140/29

"I wanna hold the hand inside you I wanna take the breath that's true." Mazzy Star

As some of you know, the past couple of years I have been working on getting into better shape, and with that has come a significant weight loss.  Though I had wanted to lose weight, my plan didn't include 100+ pounds, since I honestly believed I couldn't do it.  Over the last year my brain has finally started to come around and the person I see in the mirror is a much more realistic version of me, compared to what I had been seeing for the last few years.  One of the things that happens, I think for most people, when losing a lot of weight, there is a reluctance to go out and buy new clothes because of the fear we all have of sizes.  Anyone who has ever gained a bunch of weight knows your clothes can stretch with you to a point, which means we have no clue what size we truly are at the height of our weight, or at the lower end because we have gotten stuck in our comfort zone.  I honestly didn't buy anything new, or step on a scale for over three years before I began this new way of life, because that is what it is, not a diet.  I also refused to buy new clothes, other than when something was needed, and then I honestly only bought stuff at Walmart.  What was the point of spending money on a size of clothing I didn't want to be in, and hated looking at the tags?  By the time I went to get clothes, because they were literally falling off of me, I had gone from a size 26, to a size 18; and after a shopping spree over the weekend, I can say everything except my jeans was bought in the regular sized ladies department.  I think I might have been 24 the last time I could say that, and I think I am still floating on cloud nine!  It would have been 18 years this month that I was at least 80 - 100 pounds overweight, and now I can say I have 30 pounds to go to be in the Doc's acceptable body weight, which means, probably 20 pounds in my eyes.  If I was doubtful about being able to lose this much and get back in shape, my father was a complete skeptic!  He is a bit of a tyrant when it comes to weight, and has given me a hard time for years.  I happened to have to see him this morning for a meeting at Social Security and I of course had to wear a new dress I bought this weekend.  Though he didn't say much to me, he did say he liked the dress, but I got a call a couple of hours later that has a smile etched into my face this afternoon.  Apparently he went home and told my mother I looked stunning today and that he couldn't believe how hard I had worked to get to where I am today.  I don't think it matters how old you are, a compliment from your Dad means the WORLD, especially if you happen to be a bit of a daddy's girl.  Now I know that I have done most of this work on my own, I do have to bring up the fact that being truly happy has helped out a lot.  For the first time since my early 20's I am complete in all areas of my life; romantic, financial, career, spiritual, social; every area is fulfilled and with that has come a sense of peace and true bliss.  Suddenly, that pesky plateau I couldn't get past melted away and those last few pounds seem to be disappearing into the wind, like a snake shedding it's skin to grow and stretch and learn.  All things become possible when all things in your life are complete.  Notice I said possible, because as we all know, no one should ever get everything they want in this life.  Makes life a bit too predictable and I personally enjoy that part of our lives, even though it can be frustrating at times.  So if there is one thing I can say this Summer, is that I have learned true love really changes you and your life in ways you never imagined!

I was browsing through the Designer Showcase preview notecard the other day and made a plan to head over to the event to grab this gorgeous ensemble when all of the sudden there it was as a delivery in We Love to Blog.  I might have gotten a bit stupidly excited since I just adore this entire outfit with it's delicately feminine styling, soft colors, versatility and overall fabulous design from KiB.  The Kamilla Collection is 1 dress with 8 colors to choose from via HUD as well as a necklace and 2 bracelets, exclusively available at the event, so HURRY, trust me you are going to fall in LOVE with it!  Alaskametro has several new skin releases and this stunning new makeup release, Fall Runway, is inspired by the latest trends in fashion and can only be found at the Mesh Body Addicts Fair that runs through the 21st, where you can find all kinds of goodies for your mesh parts!

The Fashion Details
Body - Maitreya
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Head - LeLutka
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/128/128/26

Skin - DeeTaleZ
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DeeTaleZ/127/128/265

Hair - Exile - Half-shut Eyes
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29

Eyes - IKON - Triumph - Silverleaf
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/IKON/143/128/501

Makeup - Alaskametro - Fall Runway Makeup @ Mesh Body Addicts Fair
5 mix and match eyeshadows
5 coordinating lipsticks
Based on current fashion trends
Separate appliers for each system. Classic/Omega, Slink Visage, #themeshproject, Lelutka and Catwa
L$75
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Daviston/194/231/37

Necklace, Earrings, Dress - KiB - Kamilla Dress and Jewels @ Designers Showcase
1 dress 8 colors via HUD
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Corrupted%20Innocence/215/52/23

Pose - An Lar Poses - The Still Series
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/84/74/22

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~ 

I can call you anytime, I've "Got Your Number" - Chop Zuey, NoName

For years now in the top fashion magazines from around the world quite often the advertisements for jewelry included scantily clad women, after all, isn't the old adage "sex sells"?  Whenever I get a piece of jewelry on Second Life that I want to show off my first instinct is to immediately head towards something a bit daring, making sure the ensemble blends with the piece and never detracts.  Today is no different with this absolutely stunning new set from Chop Zuey, exclusively for the 30/31 Event sponsored by Windlight Magazine.  The 30/31 Event is a bimonthly shopping experience featuring the best in 2D, 3D and decorative arts on Second Life bringing you directly to the stores instead of wandering around an event where you don't get to see all the fabulous designs that have been released.

I went digging through the newest releases from the wonderful people who send me their creations to blog, to find the perfect dress to accompany this jewelry set, and it didn't take me long to decide on this fantastic new dress from NoName.  The Jazz dress comes with NoName's amazing HUD offering you all kinds of color options and combinations, which means this dress will always be fresh and new to you with all of those choices!  So do yourself a favor and head by both stores today and pick up this daring little ensemble for yourself.  

The Fashion Details

Body - Maitreya
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Head - LeLutka - Simone 1.5
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/128/128/26

Hair - Elikatira - Karee
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Elikatira/130/116/3005

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Kira
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DeeTaleZ/111/125/58

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Silverleaf
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/IKON/143/128/501

Shadow - Alaskametro - Muse
https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/1011

Lashes - Gaeline Creations - Fantasia
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/GAELINE%20CREATIONS/128/128/30

Jewelry - Chop Zuey - I Got Your Number Set - Exclusive for 30/31
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Chop%20Zuey/65/134/26

Nails - Alaskametro - Muse
https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/1011

Dress - NoName - Jazz NEW!!!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/NoName/160/128/25

Shoes - CH - Karissa
https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/41720

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's trends in fashion work for you!

~Jade~

Doing a bit of California dreaming

For those of you who follow me on Facebook, you will know that last week I got some news about my neck, and for those who don't, I will get you all up to speed very quickly.  I will be having surgery on April 26th and I am unsure of how long I will be away from Second Life and blogging.  I knew this was the direction I was headed in, but the reality of it has hit me harder than expected.  But everyday it seems to get a bit worse, and the pain increases and I become much more ready for the rather extensive surgery.  One of the things plaguing me over the past few days is the fact I cannot warm up.  The temperatures in the mountains of Arizona have been consistently in the mid to high 50's as of late, which means my house warms up plenty in the afternoons, but I have still been chilled to the bone.  So of course, I am dreaming of the warm beaches of California and how much I would love to be absorbing some sun right about now.  Which means I ran off to Baja Cove to pretend for a moment I was at the beach, and I actually felt a bit warmer for a little while.

If you haven't been paying attention the Skin Fair has started meaning anything and everything you could possibly want for your Second Life avatar is available on TWO sims!  Alaskametro has released the Kismet skin for the event, available in all kinds of colors as well as appliers for your favorite mesh bodies, and several of the mesh heads as well!  The skin comes in two versions, with and without freckles, and I just fell in love with the freckles on this new skin!  They are perfect, and dappled all over, which is exactly what happens to those of us of the speckled variety!  The makeup comes with the skins, an eyeshadow and 3 lipstick varieties, meaning you can change the look of these skins with just the click of a button, making them incredibly versatile and a must have!  So hurry on over to the event and grab a demo and fall in love with Alaskametro's skins and makeup!  

Spring is literally right around the corner which means we are all looking for more skin baring clothing.  NoName has two fantastic new releases to do just that!  The Alissa top is wonderfully form fitting with a flirty ruffle that comes with the fantastic color and texture HUD you have come to expect from NoName, meaning you can change the color of the tank, ruffle and the metal on the back, since the top is gathered with an O-ring.  The Amara shorts are high waisted with adorable lace detailing and wide legs, also with the HUD so you can change the pieces to match!  Both items are available in the main store right now, and while there check out all the other fabulous Winter/Spring 2016 releases!

The Fashion Details

Body - Maitreya

Skin - Alaskametro - Hybrid Skin - Kismet - Freckled - Rose 15% off @ Skin Fair 2016
Hair - Emo-tions - Magna @ Hairology 10th-30th

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Denim

Lashes - Gaeline Creations - Felicia

Earrings and Necklace - Meva - Alis

Top - NoName - Alissa

Shorts - NoName - Amara

Pose - An Lar Poses - Regatta Series  

Eyes are the windows to the soul - Lone Wolf Studio and Alaskametro

The Eyes are Windows

Cynthia BuhainBaello

The eyes are windows of the heart
Wherein transparency will show
A myriad feelings to impart
From where in sadness, tears do flow.

The eyes will say contents of heart
The speech two lovers freely speak,
For Silence eloquently starts
Romance in muted communique.

The eyes are windows of all cares,
Display the sad and wearied soul;
Distant looks and empty stares
Reveal a man who is not whole.

His weak attempts to somehow hide
What's clearly felt and seen-
Will showcase all the stuff inside
Deep secrets of where love had been.

The eyes are windows too of kindness
Touching looks that give embrace,
Blessing one words of forgiveness
Of bitter hurts there is no trace.

The eyes of Love are open windows,
Giving joy, shared happiness;
Reaching forth to let one know
It always seeks to bless with goodness.

KTN Creators Festival Gacha from Lone Wolf Studio

 Benefiting the Tibetan Education Fund

The Details

Body - Maitreya
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Head - LeLutka - Simone 1.5
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/128/128/26

Hair - Elikatira - Katharine
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Elikatira/130/116/3005

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Paige applier
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DeeTaleZ/111/125/58

Eyes - Lone Wolf Studio - Mandala Eyes - Khadija @ KTN Creator's Festival - March 5th - 12th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Fashion%20Boulevard%20II/159/154/22

Lashes - Gaeline Creations - Fantasia
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/GAELINE%20CREATIONS/128/128/30

Eyeliner - Alaskametro - Lana @ The Skin Fair
Classic avatar and Mesh Heads - Slink, Omega, TMP and LeLutka
Free Tester in Forest Green!
75L - 15% off @ the event
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Alanya%20Bay/128/128/2

Lips - Alaskametro - Cole @ The Skin Fair
Makeup Tattoos + Appliers for Slink, Omega, TMP, LeLutka and Loudmouth
75L - 15% off @ the event
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Alanya%20Bay/128/128/2

Earrings - IT! - Keep Calm and Triangles - Should be in the mainstore soon!!!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Jewelry/224/183/37

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~

Looking Red Carpet ready in Virtual Diva for The Instruments

Like any girl, I think, or anyone who likes to get all fancied up, the dream of getting to walk the Red Carpet for some star studded event is very real.  No matter if you will ever have an occasion to wear something that magnificent or not, I am guilty of perusing the photos to see the latest dress or gown the hottest stars of today have on at their latest Hollywood event.  When I set my eyes on this gorgeous new dress from Virtual Diva, an exclusive to The Instruments, I had visions of the Red Carpet and for a moment I was whisked away to a place of glitz and glamour with the paparazzi snapping photos left and right.  Doesn't matter what event you have coming up, if you are looking to stun those around you in a beautifully designed and extremely well textured dress, then head on over to The Instruments when it opens tomorrow and grab your favorite color today!

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone 1.5

Hair - Tableau Vivant - Starry Night (from December round of The Arcade)

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Jolie

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Silverleaf

Shadow - Alaskametro - Muse @ On9 1+1

Earrings, Necklace, Dress - Virtual Diva - Secrets @ The Instruments

Shoes - Rebel Hope - Redemption

Pose - PosESion - Dulce 

Sparkle and shine with Indulge Temptation and Alaskametro

Sometimes, just sometimes, a picture comes together and is just so perfect, at least in my eyes, that there are no words to use; no lame description will suffice.  It is better to just let the picture speak for itself, after all, one photo can speak a thousand words, or that's what people say at least.

The Fashion

Head - LeLutka - Simone 1.5

Hair - Truth - Arden

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Jolie

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Denim

Lashes - Gaeline - Fantasia

Shadow - Alaskametro - Muse @ On9 1+1 Event

Lips - Alaskametro - Sheer Gloss

Earrings and Necklace - !IT! Indulge Temptation - Entwined - EXCLUSIVE @ Truth or Dare Affair

Pose - by me

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~  

Telling the story of the divine feminine through the hypnotic roll of her hips

I have always been fascinated by the story of Salome and her dance of the Seven Veils; of how some say Christianity grew quickly in some areas because of the overly righteous and pure men of power who couldn't handle the brazen sexuality displayed in the dance of their culture and how the mystical allure of a dance celebrating women's power became known as the dance of the Jezebel, the "whore".  I love that in the past decade belly-dancing has once again been noticed by people all over the world as an art from requiring intense dedication and creativity.  To dance the dance of Salome and Jezebel is to bring forth the inner power of the divine feminine; to celebrate what it truly means to be a woman through a wonderfully emotional and evocative dance.

"The Gypsy Dancer appears to be free from the societal constraints. The Gypsy as the Wild Woman archetype has magical powers, powers which make her dangerous. She is out-of-control, or at least beyond the control of the patriarchy. She evokes fear, especially in the subconscious where the Wild Woman lurks within us all. We are afraid to let her out because we may loose control." - Laurel Victoria Gray

"Do you know what happens when an Arabian woman dances? She does not dance: she protests, she loves, she cries, she makes love, she dreams, she goes away from her reality, to her own world, where love is really meant and she does not want to come back, because that is her reality." -  Armand Nassery, writer and filmmaker

Body - Maitreya
Head - LeLutka - Simone 1.5
Hair - Truth - Kasimire - Gingers @ The Epiphany
Eyes - IKON - Charm - Nymph
Shadow - Alaskametro - Zara
Earrings - Cae - Peyton @ Wayward Winter
Tattoo - White-Widow - Deadman
Ensemble - Una - Mirae @ The Fantasy Collective
Pose - Virtual Diva - Veils

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~

  

New release from Amarelo Manga - Tania Coat and Boots

"There is nothing in the world more beautiful than the forest clothed to its very hollows in snow.  It is the still ecstasy of nature, wherein every spray, every blade of grass, every spire of reed, every intricacy of twig, is clad with radiance."
 - William Sharp

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone - NEW UPDATE!! 1.5 - MUCH faster

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Jolie

Eyes - [whatever] - #1

Shadow - Alaskametro - Zaara

Lips - Alaskametro - Creme Brown

Hair - eXxEss - Nalya - B

Coat - Amarelo Manga - Tania Coat and Boots (not pictured) NEW!!! 

Pose - An Lar - The Honour Series @ Shiny Shabby

A little peek behind the scenes

The last couple of posts have had me behind the camera, which most of my friends know, is where I like to be from time to time; and the last month has had me out shopping quite a bit compared to other months, but not all of those purchases were for my home.  I like to chat with a friend or two as I decorate scenes as it can get a bit monotonous, and the other day someone asked me why I rarely show what I wear behind the scenes; what I wear when I am just Jadey.  I realized that I had tried to get into the habit of sharing what hangs out in my closet but with new sponsors, new events, etc. I had let it slide.  So today I give you a little peek behind the camera again, to see what you can find me in when lounging around the house or hanging out with friends.

If you haven't become a huge fan of the Cosmopolitan Show Room then you seriously need to check it out.  From home decor to the latest in high fashion you can find it all including this gorgeous new ensemble from Sweet Kajira.  The Susanne outfit includes the earrings, necklace with resizer, bracelet, belt with resizer and the pantsuit and is available in a variety of colors meaning you are sure to find a favorite like I did.  For lounging around the house, chilling with friends or decorating and taking pics this ensemble needs to find its way into your closet, you won't be disappointed.  And whether this hair comes in a gacha like it currently does at The Epiphany, or if it had been a new release in the store, I would have beg, borrowed and stolen to get my hands on the red version.  Lucky for us all I happened to get The Redheads after only two attempts, which made me giddy as I LOVE this style.  The loosely gathered, front pigtails are casual yet sultry and come in the wonderful color packs always offered from Elikatira so hit up that gacha and grab yours today.  Remember when thinking of your next gacha stop that The Epiphany gives "reward" points, as I like to think of them, for those pesky extras that always seem to happen when dealing with gachas, so check out all the info on the boards when you load and happy shopping!  

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Paige

Hair - Elikatira - Khloe - The Redheads @ The Epiphany

Eyes - IKON - Triumph - Oxidation

Lashes - Gaeline Creations - Fantasia - Mesh

Lips - Alaskametro - Sheer Gloss - Gold

Complete Ensemble - Sweet Kajira - Susanne - Includes earrings, necklace with resizer, bracelet, belt with resizer and pantsuit @ Cosmo til the 30th

Pose - An Lar - The Honour Series @ Shiny Shabby

 

I am going to plop down in a chair over at my house now and return to being behind the camera at least for another post of two.  Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

Introducing the modern power suit to a little bit of sexy

Unless you have been living under a rock for the last decade, you know that women are continuing to be a strong force in the business world and often times taking up more seats in the conference room than in the past.  With this influx of female business executives the power suit has become a staple for many, in some cases, making these ladies feel less feminine with the crisp, masculine lines and heavier fabrics.  For so many of us, a suit is traditionally a jacket, skirt or pants with a men's styled button up shirt, adding to the masculine feel, but traditions are meant to be broken!  Wanting to bring a little femininity back to the board room?  Looking to feel a bit sexier in your next models meeting?  Then do yourself a favor and toss on a gorgeous silk camisole beneath your business suit and introduce the power suit to a little bit of sexy!

Amarelo Manga is your first stop for a stunning jacket and skirt combination to get your power suit started.  The Luiza set comes in a variety of colors and is sold separately meaning you can mix and match to get your favorite combination.  The jacket comes with a top, but it is for standard avatars only, which is exactly why I tossed on this absolutely gorgeous new bodysuit from Lushish Catz, a new SLF&O Group Gift!  What could be better than a FREE piece of lingerie to add to your wardrobe, especially when it can be used in so many ways in your wardrobe?  The Kimberly Body Suit is only available in beautiful champagne for the gift, but I am sure you can find it in other colors in the store, so do yourself and head by today!  Whether you have a job on SL that requires meetings, or a model looking to give a fantastic first impression, this power suit combination will serve you well in all your endeavors!  

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone
Skin - DeeTaleZ

Hair - DeLa - Dylan

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Silverleaf

Eye Shadow - Alaskametro - SmokeShow

Lips - Alaskametro - Sheer Gloss

Jewelry - Cae - Refresh @ FaMESHed

Jacket - Amarelo Manga - Luiza

Skirt - Amarelo Manga -  Luiza 

Camisole - Lushish Catz - Kimberly Body Suit - New Group Gift for SLF&O

Shoes - Hilly Haalan - Alia

Pose - An Lar - The Hollow Series

Build - Scarlet Creative - Moon Rise Cottage

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~  

Perfect in the New Year Group Gift from AnaMarkova Designs

If you have been looking for a group that always gives you great group gifts and every day fabulous, couture designs then head on over to AnaMarkova Designs today and check out exactly what I am talking about!  This stunning dress is a perfect example!  The Siren Dress in Rouge is the New Year Group Gift at the store that just has to be added to your closet!

This stunning dress has wonderful gathered pleats at the waist along with daring neckline and slit, but not too revealing, meaning it is perfect for all kinds of different occasions.  The dress is fitted mesh alone with sizes for some of your favorite mesh bodies, with Maitreya's Lara being worn here.  There is a charge to join the group over at AnaMarkova Designs but it isn't very much and well worth it considering the amazing quality and continued eye towards the newest fashion on the runways around the world!

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone

Skin - DeeTaleZ

Hair - Mina - Stella

Eyes - IKON - Triumph - Industrial

Lashes - Gaeline - Fantasia

Shadow - Alaskametro - Zaara

Lips - Alaskametro - Creme Red

Necklace and Earrings - Indulge Temptation/IT! - Majestique - 50% off @ Color Me Project

Dress - AnaMarkova Designs - New Years Group Gift - Siren Dress - Rouge

Heels - LENNIE - Abby Shoes (no store right now in-world or on the MP)

Pose - Luane's World - Try not to forget you

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your night or day if you happen to be on the other side of the world from me, and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~ 

    

Captured in perfect light in Virtual Diva

If you have been following along then you have noticed that I am trying to streamline my fashion posts but I was a bit sick of the white background.  So I pulled out the "White Rooms" prop from Exposeur to see if I could modify it a bit, and to my very happy surprise, it is!  So with a click of a button I had a very chic prop in black.  Now if you own this, remember to make a copy first and that everything will be what ever color you pick,including the curtains and light and chair that are part of the prop.  Within a few minutes and with some digging through my inventory I had the perfect pose picked out and now came the task of finding the perfect lighting.  Now, if you are like me, this takes longer than any other part of doing a blog post.  But I had an idea in my head, well a vision if you will, so I scrolled through all the windlights til I found the one I was hoping would work, and BOOM without trying suddenly the perfect moment was captured.

The Instruments has just opened so head on over and be one of the first to get your hands on this stunning new gown from Virtual Diva.  The Soltice gown fits well as you move and pose and the rose collar piece is adjustable and has a resizer built in to the design, meaning you are sure to get a perfect fit every time.  I love the long sheath style with the ruffles and flirty exposure of the leg, a very sultry line, especially if you are looking for the perfect dress to blow someone away next month for Valentine's Day.  So do yourself a favor and stop by the newest round of The Instruments today and get your hands on some fabulous goodies!

The Fashion
Body - Maitreya
Head - LeLutka -Simone
Skin - DeeTaleZ
Hair - LeLutka -Rogue Bun - comes with Simone head
Eyes - IKON - Triumph - Oxidation
Shadow - Alaskametro - Creme Duo
Lips - Alaskametro - Sheer Gloss
Earrings and Necklace - Indulge Temptation IT! - Majestique - 50% off @ Color Me Project
Dress - Virtual Diva -Soltice @ The Instruments
Pose - An Lar - The Sought After Series 

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~ 

Stunning in Amarelo Manga

If you are looking for a gown to knock them dead at your next black tie event, then make sure to stop by Amarelo Manga and check out this fabulous new design.  The Mel Long Gown comes in a variety of colors and fits wonderfully on my Maitreya body as well.  The mesh moved and flowed as I posed which is a plus when trying to pick the perfect gown for your next photo shoot or event.  This gown would make a lovely addition to any model or fashionista's closet, so do yourself a favor and stop by the store today!

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Jolie Applier

Hair - MINA - Myrtle

Eyes - IKON - Denim

Lips - Alaskametro - Sheer Gloss

Necklace - Indulge Temptation (IT!) - Millionaire Pearls 50% off @ Color Me Project - The Royals ONLY 4 more days!

Gown - Amarelo Manga - Mel Long Gown NEW!! NEW!! NEW!!

Pose - PosESion - Mona

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~  

Blown away

Last night I went to bed in a pretty good mood so when this morning I woke up wanting to kill the world I was seriously surprised.  So as most of you know, indulging the mood instead of trying to hide it is part of how I function.  Music is playing with the volume turned up louder than normal with a lot of aggro songs in the current mix.  I have no clue what set me off but it is one of those days I am angry at the world, though in all reality, it's no one's fault I feel this way.  Apparently my chemicals got confused last night or I had a dream I can't remember that put me in this mood.  Though I want to be around people at the moment, I don't think I would be very socially acceptable.  I have a friend in Phoenix who used to say that I am funniest when I am bitter and ticked off, which still amuses me.  Guess it's only that way if I have not targeted you as the cause of my mood.  As the day has progressed, I have pinpointed WHO this venomous mood is directed at, but since the target in my mind I can never approach, the walls of my house will get the brunt of my anger today.  However, as I write this I have started to smile, and maybe a bit of a bitter chuckle has escaped my lips since I know that this mood is truly out of place!  For the first time in my life I am truly happy and secure in myself and perfectly content with the way my life is, which is something very new.  I am enjoying the feeling and although the path I am on now was brought about by my heart getting torn to pieces a few years ago I am thankful for that pain.  Out of pain and adversity came a strength in purpose and a dedication to myself and my soul.  All the past, like dead leaves cluttered on the forest floor just needs to be blown away.

Blown Away

Carrie Underwood

Dry lightning cracks across the skies
Those storm clouds gather in her eyes
Her daddy was a mean old mister
Mama was an angel in the ground
The weather man called for a twister
She prayed blow it down

There's not enough rain in Oklahoma
To wash the sins out of that house
There's not enough wind in Oklahoma
To rip the nails out of the past

Shatter every window 'til it's all blown away,
Every brick, every board, every slamming door blown away
'Til there's nothing left standing, nothing left of yesterday
Every tear-soaked whiskey memory blown away,
Blown away
She heard those sirens screaming out
Her daddy laid there passed out on the couch
She locked herself in the cellar
Listened to the screaming of the wind
Some people call it taking shelter
She called it sweet revenge

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka

Skin - DeeTaleZ

Hair - Mina - Peggy

Eyes - IKON - Triumph - Oxidation

Lashes - Gaeline Creations - Felicia

Eye Shadow - Alaskametro - Glitter

Lips - Alaskametro - Sheer Gloss

Dress - TASHI - Felicia @ The Instruments

Bangles - MEVA - Bangle - Gold

Pose - Luanes World - Time Can Not Erase

 Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~ 

Using your eyes now, using your mind, using my mind

No matter what mood I start out in, if I am blogging and I unbox some new lingerie a kind of wistful euphoria takes over and even though the lace isn't on my own skin, I immediately feel sexy.  My grandmother was a firm believer in always wearing something lacy that others couldn't see because it was a constant reminder to be a lady.  This morning was no exception with this gorgeous new release from DaneMarkZ and a song, as usual, started to play it's way through my mind which of course I had to share it with you all!

Undress Me Now

Morcheeba

Using your mind
Imagine our skin
Joined at the hip
Joined from within
By using your eyes
You're freezing my frame
Watching our clothes burst into flames
Using your eyes now
(Undress me now, you know how)
Using your mind
Using your mind
So give me a light
Oh give me a drink
Just give me a reason
To feel what I think
Using your eyes now

Using your mind
Using my mind
Using your eyes now

    

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Head - LeLutka - Simone

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Paige Applier

Hair - No.Match - No.Smile @ On9

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Glass

Lashes - Gaeline - Felicia

Eyeshadow - Alaskametro - Zaara

Jewelry - Cae - Refresh @ FaMESHed

Lingerie - DaneMarkZ - Lacey L'Amour - Rose Quartz - RARE @ Out with the Old Gacha Fair

Pose - PosESion - Coquette @ On9

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion trends work for you!

~Jade~