"Don't you know that Rome wasn't built in a day?" - Morcheeba

Sometimes, my energy is low, or if I am not quite feeling up to par, I will often fall back upon a song to help me through a post, which is kind of where I am today.  I haven't been feeling quite myself for over a week now, and I have a feeling this could be a long flare-up, which has a tendency to put me in a very pensive mood.  Today I am thinking about how people want perfection immediately in their relationships and how that is an unrealistic goal.  It takes time to build the foundation of a relationship, and then even more time to discover everything about each other and find your common ground on issues you won't ever see eye to eye upon.  In our automated, tin can, recycled world, everyone has gotten used to having everything right now, and delayed gratification is something most teens don't even know about today.  The old phrase, "Rome wasn't built in a day" rings true when it comes to romance and finding lasting love.  You have to work at love, and you have to build from the ground up and it's well worth the effort if you truly think you were meant to be.

Rome Wasn't Built in a Day

You and me, were meant to be,
Walking free, in harmony,
One fine day, we'll fly away,
Don't you know that Rome wasn't built in a day,
Hey hey hey.

In this day and age it's so easy to stress,
'Cause people act strange and you can never second guess,
In order to love, child, we got to be strong,
I'm caught in the cross fire,
Why can't we get a long.

'Cause you and me, were meant to be,
Walking free, in harmony,
One fine day, we'll fly away,
Don't you know that Rome wasn't built in a day,
hey hey hey.

I'm having a day dream, we are getting somewhere,
I'm kissing your lips and running fingers through your hair,
I'm as nervous as you, bout making it right,
Well we know we were wrong, we can't give up the fight.
(oh no)

'Cause you and me, were meant to be,
Walking free, in harmony,
One fine day, we'll run away,
Don't you know that Rome wasn't built in a day

I have no idea how it happened, but yesterday when I logged on I immediately attempted to get into the Gacha Garden and BOOM, first try!  Go figure!  I never have that kind of luck.  I did quite a bit of wandering and actually didn't spend much money this round, which is an unusual occurrence!  I was actually looking for two particular machines, and when I found them, I was quite happy with the results.  Glitzz's Asian themed dress and hair accessories is a MUST stop for everyone, as it doesn't matter if you get the Rare or not, every piece is gorgeous and can be mixed and matched, as you see here.  I also have fallen in love with Cae's charm bracelets that have been released at recent events, including the Sucre release for the Gacha Garden.  I got all but two charms, including the RARE, which made me a happy girl!  Analog Dog has two releases in their gacha, with the A being featured here, but make sure to grab the gifty as well, since it includes a hair and whole fatpack!!!  As usual, I love this event and the wonderful creations that are brought to the grid when the Gacha Garden comes around, so do yourself a favor and try to get in as soon as you can, you won't be disappointed!

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 - Analog Dog - Ready - A @ Gacha Garden
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Gacha%20Garden/128/241/26

Hairsticks - Glitzz - Maiko Hair Accessories - Black/White @ Gacha Garden
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Gacha%20Garden/128/241/26

Dress - Glitzz - Maiko Dress - White/Blossom Cherry @ Gacha Garden
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Gacha%20Garden/128/241/26

Bracelet - Cae - Sucre + Charms @ Gacha Garden
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Gacha%20Garden/128/241/26

Pose - oOo Studio Poses - Distance
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/junkDrawer/47/42/22

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 décor work for you!

~Jade~

"We will carve our place into time and space We will find our way, or we'll make a way." Alessia Cara

As my son approaches that golden hour of adult hood where he will head out on his own,  I find myself repeating the same things over and over again.  We seem to be in a constant conversation about finding himself and making his way outside of the "popular" crowd to a place where being different is okay and actually encouraged.  I have heard my generation are now called Helicopter parents and I now understand what that means.  Those of us born in the 70's who came of age in the 80's seem to hover around our children because as kids most homes had both parents working, which led to a lot of unsupervised hours with us latchkey kids.  We did it all and saw it all and know exactly what our children can get up to in those times when an adult isn't looking, so of course we tend to hover and circle.  Which means I am quite involved in almost all areas of his life, including some he would rather I have nothing to do with, but nonetheless no topic seems to be unreachable for us.  Though at times I have to bite my tongue, the fact my 17 year old talks to me is an accomplishment.  I never had the kind of relationship he and I have with my own parents until I was well into my 20's and I regret all those wasted years.  People have always said you can't be friends with your kids, and in some ways that is true, and in others it is not.  If you can maintain the level of respect due to a parent and still function as more of a friend then you can have the best of both worlds with your kids, at least that is what I believe strongly.  Which means you get to encourage them in ways you can't as just a parent and it opens up amazing lines of communication, so you get to have pretty amazing moments as your child discovers themselves.  I was always living a little bit left of center, and though "popular" by most high school standards, I didn't run with the "IN" crowd.  I was always a bit different in my style, my thoughts, and opinions and tended to be drawn to those on the outside looking in, with me.  Being strong enough to wade through those waters of bullies and teasing; snobs and jocks; alternatives, stoners, punks and have friends in all groups has a lot to do with who I have become and I pride myself on being a surprise to people, because who I am is never quite what people expect upon first glance.  I truly believe that those who live on the fringe, those some would call imperfect, are the ones with true beauty and who live their lives authentically.  Though the words have been a bit twisted over the years, Jacob Nordby's original phrasing rings clear like a bell in the night whose melody ripples through time like those on a still lake after a stone is tossed.

Beatitudes for the Weird

– Jacob Nordby –

Blessed are the weird people

—poets, misfits, writers, mystics

heretics, painters & troubadours—

for they teach us to see the world through different eyes. 

Blessed are those who embrace the intensity of life’s pain and pleasure,

for they shall be rewarded with uncommon ecstasy.

Blessed are ye who see beauty in ugliness,

for you shall transform our vision of how the world might be.

Blessed are the bold and whimsical,

for their imagination shatters ancient boundaries of fear for us all. 

Blessed are ye who are mocked for unbridled expression of love in all its forms,

because your kind of crazy is exactly that freedom for which the world is unconsciously begging.

Blessed are those who have endured breaking by life,

for they are the resplendent cracks through which the light shines.

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

Eyes - Virtual Diva - Deep Eyes V1
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Domain/102/238/4005

Hair - Analog Dog - Sardine GIFT @ Hair Fair 2016
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Iridium/129/25/26

Earrings - Noodles - Le Kitty @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/131/161/22

Tattoo - White-Widow - Shallows - Henna - Arms and Legs @ The Epiphany
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Epiphany/129/128/35

Bikini - Rayne Couture - Hibiscus @ Aloha Fair 2016 Starts the 27th!
4 color choices
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Saints%20Row/212/61/22

Do yourself a favor if you have always run with the "IT" crowd and take some time on the outskirts, on the fringe for a bit, and come hang where the wild things are.....

I'm no Angel but I wear it well

BEWBAPALOOZA opened May 20th with all new goodies for all you mesh lovers.  Whether Lolas or Mesh bodies this event is definitely one you should check out!  HEYDRA brings you a new, Limited and Exclusive outfit that will ONLY be available for the duration of the event then it will be gone FOREVER!

Everything in nature has two sides, including a woman.  Some may call it a mask, but truly the side you see depends all upon you!  She can be your Rebel with an Angel side or an Angel with a Rebel side but don't be fooled into thinking she is only one of those.  If that one you have been watching seems like a perfect angel, then be assured, behind closed doors you will discover she's no angel.

The Tribal outfit comes in "Angel" and "Rebel" versions in Black, Pink and Purple with standard layers and appliers for all the latest mesh bodies for only 99L at BEWBAPALOOZA until June 10th.  Indulge your inner angel or rebel and head on over to the event and get your hands on this sexy ensemble before it's too late!

Body - Slink

Tattoos - White-Widow - Les Fleurs du Mal

Hair - Analog Dog - #42

Collar - PixelGeek - Chained Heart Collar - Black

Bracelets - unKindness/heathenesque - Lil Stinger

Earrings - Glint - Plugs and Earrings

Top and Shorts - HEYDRA - Tribal - Angel and Rebel @ BEWBAPALOOZA

 

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

~Jade~

Paris Chic

If you are looking for a fresh new look hot off the runways in Paris, then look no further than AnaMarkova Designs for perfectly textured and expertly designed fashion!

Pose by InnerDive

 

One of the perfect examples is the aptly named "Paris" collection that comes in a variety of colors, featuring different designs on the t-shirt for each color combination.  Being a huge Marilyn Monroe fan I immediately fell in love with the Creme set featured here.  The high-waisted skirt has an elegant peplum above the belt line giving it a bit of whimsy, as do the "pop art" style t-shirts.  The leather texture on the jacket is very well done and the mesh doesn't break when moving around or posing.  AnaMarkova also has fantastic shoes to accompany and compliment the designs, like the "Bette" heels I chose to don for this ensemble.  They come in a wide variety of colors so you are sure to find just what you are looking for this season!  Do yourself a favor and head on over to the store to check out all the newest releases and to see what goodies are available around the grid as well.

Top and Skirt - AnaMarkova Designs - Paris Collection - Creme

Shoes - AnaMarkova Designs - Bette Pumps - Onyx

Necklace - Tabou Irresistible - I love U to Infinite

Earrings - Yummy - Twinkling Star - Gold

Ring - Yummy - Twinkling Star - Gold

Purse - Pink Acid - Date Night Clutch Gold

Pose - PosESion - Aria

Hair - Analog Dog - #42

Skin - Poudre - Ada Wolf Black

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Industrial

Hands and Feet - Slink

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

~Jade~ 

Perfect Imperfection

 She loves her momma's lemonade
Hates the sounds that goodbyes make
She prays one day she'll find someone to need her
She swears that there's no difference between the lies and compliments
It's all the same if everybody leaves her
And every magazine tells her she's not good enough
The pictures that she sees makes her cry

She would change everything, everything, just ask her
Caught in the in between of beautiful disaster
She just needs someone to take her home
She's giving boys what they want
Tries to act so nonchalant
Afraid to see that she's lost her direction
She never stays the same for long
Assuming that she'll get it wrong
Perfect only in her imperfection

Beautiful Disaster - Jon McLaughlin

In case you missed them at Designer Circle, the fantastically detailed "Disaster" leggings are now available at Heydra's main location.  The leggings come in a wide variety of colors and keeping up with the latest in fashion trends is one of Heydra's best qualities, so you can always find the latest in appliers.  And the newest round of Designer Circle features these gorgeous new heels from Heydra as well!  The "Monroe" heels are elegant yet sassy, making them the perfect addition to your wardrobe, but make sure you hurry because this round ends in just a couple days, then the shoes will go back to regular price in the store. 

Top - Le Primitif - Open Back Crop

Leggings - Heydra - Disaster Leggings - Black

Shoes - Heydra - Monroe Heels - Black @ Designer Circle til the 28th!

Bracelets - Izzie's - TDRF Exclusive Feb. but check the store!

Hair - Analog Dog - Tantrum

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Anka

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Industrial

Shadow - The Wicked Peach - Yes Mistress

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

~Jade~

Hideaway

Pretty sure the t-shirt says it all, considering this is my idea of the perfect "Hideaway" with that special someone.  If your night happens to involve a motorcycle, or a dark bar on the shady side of town then this is the exact ensemble you are looking for!  The BLVD opened the other night with all kinds of goodies for you all!  Tonight I bring you the T-shirts and Jeans from INVADER!  The T's come in a variety of "girl power" sayings from the clean to the raunchy, whichever suits your mood!  The "Lara" jeans come in several colors including traditional denim colors, black and gray.  Both the top and the jeans come with the Omega system appliers and system layers making both the applier lovers and the stubborn classics happy!  

T-Shirt - INVADER - Crop Tee @ The BLVD

Jeans - INVADER - Lara @ The BLVD

Shoes - Reign - Parlay

Necklaces - Yummy - Celestial - Burst and Star @ Uber

Ring L - Yummy - Starburst @ Uber

Rings R - 7mad;Ravens - Noble and Virtue

Bracelets - Heathenesque - Lil Stinger

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Leyna

Hair - Analog Dog - #42

Eyes - Lone Wolf Studio - The Wild Side - Mesh @ Catch a Falling Star Hunt Starts Feb. 15th

Eyeshadow - The Wicked Peach - Yes Mistress #6 @ ROMP - Fresh

Lashes - Gaeline - Felicia

Hands and Feet - Slink

Nails - DaneMarkZ - Black Velvet

Tattoo - Letis - Grumium with Slink Applier

Also here to showcase a new eye from Lone Wolf Studio that will be released for the Catch a Falling Star Hunt that starts the 15th.  "The Wild Side" eyes are a stunning explosion of color in wonderful mesh, meaning you can size and tweak them to perfection in your avatar!  If you haven't had a chance to check out the store yet, do yourself a favor and head on over and check out all the wonderful original hand drawn creations!  

A little bit of "everyday Jade" worked itself into this post tonight with my favorite rings and bracelets from two amazing creators.  If you haven't gotten to fall in love with the fantastic original creations from Heathenesque and 7mad;Ravens then you are truly missing out!  Head on over to The Hipster Fair, The Thrift Shop, The Fantasy Gacha Carnival and the stores for new releases and exclusives, depending on the event!  

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of the night, or morning if you happen to be on the other side of the Atlantic from me!  Remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashions work for you!

~Jade~

At Ease!

I know all of you fashionistas have been by Vogue's New Year New Trends event to check out all of the amazing offerings for this upcoming season!  But, if for some reason you haven't, here is another brilliant reason to go!

Poses - PosESion - Leonor Editorial Pose Set

DivahZ Couture has several new and exclusive releases for the New Year New Trend event including this stunning jumpsuit called, "At Ease."  The jumpsuit comes with all of your applier needs to enhance and hug all of your curves, or it can be worn without the add-ons and still looks fabulous!  The outfit comes with two sets of shoes for Slink High feet, Green and Brown, with the latter being featured here.  Though not a fan of the uber high heels, I do think they add a striking element to this ensemble! 

Ensemble

Jumpsuit - DivahZ Couture - At Ease Exclusive @ Vogue's New Year New Trends

Heels - DivahZ Couture - At East - Brown Exclusive @ Vogue's New Year New Trends

Jewelry - GizzA - Chained Treasures

Earrings - Lazuri - Classic Pearls

I loved adding the "Tantrum" hair from Analog Dog to this outfit as I think the flowing curls give some softness to this otherwise urban, edgy ensemble.  Matched up with my favorite jewelery collection from GizzA and I was ready to take the day by force!  I just HAD to wear this gorgeous group gift from Poudre as well, because you all needed to see it!  The makeup is perfectly shaded for the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday as well as just being fresh and bright which is always a plus during this rather dreary time of year.  Poudre has a couple new releases in-store along with the group gift so do yourself a favor and go check out the store!

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Shape - Mine

Skin - Poudre - Sonya Reddish Sunset Group Gift!!

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Rustic

Hair - Analog Dog - Tantrum

Hands and Feet - Slink

Nails - Simply Chaotix - High Shine

Hope everyone is having a wonderfully wicked week and enjoy your Wednesday!  Remember to always stay true to your own style!  Make fashion work for you!

~Jade~

London's Calling

Today as I tossed on some goodies from We Love to Blog I suddenly had a memory triggered from years ago when London Fog used to have really eye catching, fashionable commercials.  I used to love the foggy, urban location shots they used of London and knew exactly where I needed to take the shots I wanted, London was calling!

Ensemble

Dress - Center Ville - Short Dress with Belt

Shoes - Shey - Sweet Bow Stilettos NEW!!

Marketplace - Shey

Coat - CH - Tallia Jacket - Brown NEW!!

Earrings - Lazuri - Kaya

Center Ville has been releasing all kinds of new goodies lately, including this stunning skin and fantastic dress.  Which, since it was snowing in London, I tossed on the new Tallia Coat from CH.  The dress is a mock turtleneck short sleeve with a thick belt and great short skirt.  The fit is fantastic and the mesh moves well when strolling around.  The jacket comes with an alpha to hide your arms and the mittens are built in, so make sure to take off your Slink hands for the perfect fit!  Center Ville's newest skin, "Eloc" comes in 4 shades and is truly stunning.  The details are perfect and I have to admit I have been wearing it pretty frequently, as of late.  Do yourself a favor and head on over to the store and grab your favorite shade, and of course make sure to check out all their fabulous new releases as well!

Shape - Mine

Skin - Center Ville - Eloc - Natural

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Silverleaf

Lashes and Liner - Gaeline - Fantasia

Feet - Slink - High

Hair - Analog Dog - #42

Now let us take a moment to discuss these fabulous new shoes from Shey!  I noticed a post yesterday on Facebook and just had to go check it out!  Shey has released the Sweet Bow Stilettos on the Marketplace for $30L!  Yes, only THIRTY Linden!  The shoes have 35 different colors via HUD and the details on the shoe are wonderful.  These are not the only specials on the MP from Shey, so check out the MP link, or head on over to the store and see what they have to offer there as well!  But, pretty sure the promo price is only good on the MP!  

Wanted to send everyone to mainstores today, as I think we have all gotten a tad bit distracted by all of the events that have inundated the grid in the past few months, so take a break and just go wander the stores, you may fall in love with a new designer!

Have a wonderfully wicked week and remember to always stay true to your style!

~Jade~

The LUSH Life

One of my favorite things about getting involved with a new event is the chance to work with designers I haven't had the pleasure of working with before.  Sneak Peek is one of these events and I am blown away by the stunning designs being sent my way.  One in particular caught my attention yesterday and I just had to share with you the ND Wingback Jumpsuit Collection from Lush by CoCo.  

The Lush Life

The construction of this jumpsuit is absolutely perfect!  The textures are fantastic and the added detail of this gorgeous wing collar give you an open back, and sexy side boob making any of the jumpsuits a splendid addition to your wardrobe.  And you won't have to travel far to complete this look, as these adorable shoes are from Poute, also available at Sneak Peek.  The "Under Heat and Key" heels are available in several colors and they come with choices of gold or silver metal as well.  I love the detail of the heart lock on the bow over the peep toe!

 Ensemble

Jumpsuit - Lush by CoCo - ND Wingback Jumpsuit in Cobalt, Cypress and Noir @ Sneak Peek

Shoes - Poute - Under Heart and Key @ Sneak Peek

Cypress

Jewelry - GizzA - Chained Treasures

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Industrial

Cobalt

Jewelry - Glint! - Heavenly Skies

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Denim

Noir

Jewelry - Elysium - Copenhagen in Onyx @ Sneak Peek

Eyes - IKON - Promise - Dune

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Shape - Mine

Skin - Belleza - Brooke (from Uber in August, so check the store)

Lipgloss - Belleza - Brooke

Lashes - Gaeline - Felicia

Liner - Gaeline - Black V1

Hair - Analog Dog - 42 - Dark Reds

Hands and Feet - Slink

Nails - ~Crow~ - Holiday Metallics NEW RELEASE!

Poses - PosESion - Soledad

  
~Crow~ has two new releases in store right now for the holidays!  A new metallic set and a retro one, so hurry on over and check out all the new goodies Mattie Rae has put out for everyone, and join the group to stay tuned for upcoming specials, new releases, events and SURPRISES!!!!  I had been struggling lately with wanting new eyes, and no matter whose I bought, I was never quite as happy as I was when exclusively using IKON.  I have now remedied this situation, and went and bought a TON of new eyes last night and I am once again a very happy camper!!!  So if for some reason, you haven't been over to the store yet, head on over!  The eyes are just wonderful!  Needless to say today, I have fallen for Lush by CoCo and I hope you do too!

Happy shopping and have a wonderfully wicked week!

~Jade~

Turn Down for ... WHAT?!

Hello everyone and Happy Sunday!  It was the perfect weekend to go out and do some clubbing, and of course, Bougie brought me the PURRfect outfit for me to do this in, with their "Scandal" Bodysuit, an exclusive new release for Vogue's Fall Fest and this GORGEOUS skin from Dulse Secrets, currently at the new round of BodyFanatik!  Dulse is selling all makeups for the Makhilla Skin in one, so you get all those skins for the normal price of ONE! 

Outfit

Bodysuit - Bougie - Scandal @ Vogue Fall Fest

Shoes - Bougie - Capricorn Laced @ Vogue Fall Fest

Bracelets - Zaara - Banjara Kada @ Collabor88

Choker - Zaara - Banjara @ Collabor88

Necklace - Zaara - Banjara Talisman @ Collabor88

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Shape - Mine

Skin - Dulse Secrets - Makhilla in Tea Leaves Smoked @ BodyFanatik

Eyes - IKON - Immortal- Storm

Lashes - Gaeline - Felicia

Liner - Gaeline - V1

Hair - Analog Dog - Tantrum in Wonder

Hands and Feet - Slink

Nails - The Plastik - Metallurgy

BodyFanatik is only open for 9 more days, and everything featured is Limited and Exclusive, so make sure to hurry on over, or you will never be able to get these items on the grid again!  The Fall Fest runs until the end of the month, featuring over 60 designers offering exclusive new releases and every store is offering a gift 10L or under!  So what are you waiting for?!

Have a wonderfully wicked week to come!

~Jade~

Last Rays of Dusk

As the light crosses the horizon, prisms cascade across the landscape while the soft breeze on the air warns of the chill to come once the sun is gone.  But to bask in those last few rays of light of the day, to absorb the warmth and to take a moment to just breathe, is to truly bask in Mother Nature's glory.  In the midst of the chaos daily life can throw at us, it is very important to always remember to STOP and BREATHE, and tonight I took you all with me.  I recently ran across a destination blog that sent me on an adventure and as the sun set, the perfect place came into view to snap a few pics of this fantastic outfit from Deceitful Innocence, new at Vogue Fall Fest!

I love the line and fit of this, as it seems to cover more than most, making it a very classy dress.  The heels, with their little skulls give an added edge to this fit that I think is quite brilliant and which helped inspire me to find a location that fit the "Grunge Couture" look I was going for.  Hope you all enjoy!  Make sure to wander by Vogue Fall Fest as there are over 60 participating creators with exclusive and new releases for the event, as well as each vendor has provided a gift for no more than $10L! 

Outfit

Dress - Deceitful Innocence - Fall Fashionista @ Vogue Fall Fest

Heels - Deceitful Innocence - Fall Fashionista Heels @ Vogue Fall Fest

Jewelry - Lazuri - Fall Romance Collection 

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Shape - Mine

Skin - Poudre -Medea Eyestain Gold

Eyeliner - Gaeline - V1

Lashes - Gaeline - Felicia

Eyes - Adored - Siren in Moonlight

Hair - Analog Dog - 42

Hands and Feet - Slink

Have a wonderfully wicked night and happy shopping!

~Jade~

 

Can't Stand the Rain

I can't stand the rain
Against my window
Bringing back sweet memories

I can't stand the rain
Against my window
Just keeps on haunting me

Hey, rain
Get off my window...

(This redhead has OTHER plans)

Whatever fool said redheads don't look good in pink must have never been stunned by the often quite deadly combination.  The new group gift skin from Poudre, "Nicki Rising", offered me a perfect opportunity to show off why redheads are truly, pretty in pink!  And, I might have needed a pick me up, that rain, after all was a tapping on the window a bit too loudly, which of course led to some shopping therapy!  The newest round of Collab provided the perfect outfit for me to accessorize with some of my other fantastic finds this month!  Baiastice offers up this great caged top, which conveniently fits perfectly without an alpha, and skirt in a huge variety of colors and patterns, so make sure to go by and grab what you love most!  

A new round has opened at Cosmopolitan Sale Room and there are tons of new goodies at FANTASTIC prices for you to get your hands on!  7mad;Ravens has released the "Prime" collection for CSR that come in different colors and patterns.  The bracelets are unisex and come with a resizer so they are quite easy to fit.  Last round of CSR brought these fantastic shoes from Hilly Haalen, so make sure and check the store!  Last month, GizzA released this amazing jewelry set for La Metallique Fair from L'Accessoires.  The event has come to a close, but I am sure you will find  information at GizzA about the set.  And if you have managed to avoid The Thrift Shop, STOP IT!  Hurry on over and grab yourself one of the adorable "Promise" rings from Geek.  I was thrilled to get the Rare and just had to show it off!  The rings are absolutely perfectly designed and bring a wonderful feel of whimsy to my wardrobe! 

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Shape - Poudre Kerli (MOD)

Skin - Poudre Nicki Rising

Brows - Poudre

Eyeliner - Poudre 

Parted Lips - Poudre Kiss Parted Lips

Lashes - Poudre - Natural False Mesh

Dimples - Poudre

Eyes - Adored Siren in Surf @ Swag Fest 2

Hair - Analog Dog 42 in Dark Reds

Hands - Slink Elegant

Feet - Slink High

Outfit

Top - Baiastice Caged Top @ Collabor88

Skirt - Baiastice Ives Skirt @ Collabor88

Shoes - Hilly Haalen Frances Heels from CSR last round

Purse - David Heather Frang Bag Black RARE @ The Chapter Four

Chain Necklace and Bracelets - GizzA Chained Treasures Set

Earrings - Lazuri Classic Pearl Large Studs

Bracelet - 7mad;Ravens Prime in Black NEW!! @ CSR

Ring - Geek Promise Ring RARE! @ The Thrift Shop

Happy shopping and have a wonderfully wicked week!

~Jade~

All the Things I Remember.....

As the days start to not be as long, and the nights start to dive below 60 degrees here in the mountains, my thoughts have turned to the rapidly approaching fall and my hopes for a long Indian Summer.  Valentina E has brought me the perfect outfit for just this mood!  The Inverness outfit currently available at FaMeshed comes with a cableknit sweater, cape and wool shorts.  The outfit comes in a variety of colors for you to mix and match and is expertly detailed and the mesh fits wonderfully!  With just a minor adjustment to my body fat, the shorts fit great and I have no complaints about how the mesh lies when you walk or sit.  Zenith has delivered again with an exquisite jewelry set also available at FaMeshed that matches perfectly with the high fashion style of this shorts set.  The jewels are HUD run offering you several options, which is great when you don't want to own too many accessories.  They can be expensive, and finding something you can wear with many different outfits, is always a plus.  The gorgeous Angel Wing ring was featured at L'Accessoires last month, but check Zenith's main store and see what you can find!

I have to point out that I just recently discovered Belleza skins, and I have fallen in love with them!  Each color pack comes with a variety of makeups and lipsticks to choose from to customize your look.  Which, I find exciting, since I don't have to add tattoo layers of makeup!  Anything to save time and make it easier to get dressed, I am all for!  This is the Lily V1 skin, and I am quite pleased with the freckles on the skin that are not just on the face.  Most body freckles are over done and look like someone spilled coffee on you, these however are subtle and quite pretty.  I encourage you to go discover Belleza as I have! 

Outfit

Sweater, Cape, Shorts - Valentina E Inverness Collection @ FaMeshed

Ring Left - Zenith Angel Wing Ring

Necklace, Earrings, and Ring Right - Zenith Fury Collection @ FaMeshed

Shoes - Bushu Pagan Sandals in Charcoal @ Slink West

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Shape by Me not for sale

Skin - Belleza Lily V1

Eyes - IKON Mortal Industrial

Eyelashes - Gaeline

Hair - Analog Dog #42 with Candy hair base

Hands - Slink Elegant

Feet - Slink High

Teeth and Tongue - DeeTaleZ

Poses by Samsara (coming soon) and PoSESion

Happy Shopping and have a wonderfully wicked weekend!

~Jade~