"Tell me will love be there" - Featuring Petit Chat, Powder Pack, MODISH and MORE!

Today officially marks the start of Winter break for my son and I think I am more excited than he is, because it gives me time to myself next week to get organized and blog a bit more than I have been, as long as the internet cooperates.  The last few days we have been plagued by very high winds, blowing in a possible snow storm finally, and that has played havoc with the internet, for some reason.  Our provider would tell you that high winds cannot effect the service, but it is only during these periods of sustained high winds that we lose internet for hours on end.  So we just have to grin and bare it and hope for the best.  Luckily it has cooperated long enough today for me to get two posts out, one for fashion and one for home decor, which truly makes me happy!  Mainly because I think I am in need of some stress relief lately with all that has been going on, but with Christmas right around the corner I get a vacation here soon, which I am looking forward too more than you know.  I can picture a glass of wine in hand as I sit in the hot tub with my man chatting about what we are going to do once the last one graduates from high school in June, as the sun sets over the desert.  Romance, family, friends, food and love is what this holiday is all about this year for me, and I hope it is for you as well, because you cannot package that love is found when you are surrounded by those closest to your heart. 

If you love to accessorize as much as I do then you really need to stop by The Chapter Four and pick up the brand new, 100% original mesh design by Trinity Yazimoto for Petit Chat.  The Clair de Lune bracelets can be customized in every way possible with the incredible HUD and the fact each piece is also MOD.  As always the textures are amazing and the piece can be worn alone or in combination with others for a bolder look, so stop by today, I promise you won't be disappointed.  And if you haven't made it by this round of FaMESHed, and you are looking for accessories or hair, then hurry because this gorgeous new set of curls from Wasabi Pills is a MUST have addition to your collection, as are the adorable rings from Empyrean Forge, perfect for this holiday season.  Happy Shopping!!!!

The Fashion Details

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

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

Skin - Glam Affair - Maria
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Beauty%20Avatar%20couture/128/128/2

Hair - Wasabi Pills - Foxy @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/237/140/1001

Eyeshadow - MODISH - Nana @ Powder Pack - November - LeLutka
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
MODISH - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Delphinium/213/127/25

Lips - MODISH - Nana @ Powder Pack - November - LeLutka
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
MODISH - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Delphinium/213/127/25

Top - Scandalize - Loan - Fatpack @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/237/140/1001

Rings - Empyrean Forge - Tidings @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/237/140/1001

Bracelets - Petit Chat - Clair de Lune @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236
100% Original Mesh from Trinity Yazimoto
HUD Driven: 6 metal options and 8 colors for the string
Materials enabled and you can completely customize the piece to your liking

Pose - La Jolie Rose - Hands Poses
No current Landmark

Home is where... Featuring Kaerri @ Swank, De(c)ocrate, Fancy Decor, The Loft and Scarlet Creative

This week has literally been FILLED with doctor's appointments for myself and for the kids, which means I have put over 200 miles on the car in 4 days and I feel like I haven't had a moment to sit and breathe! But yesterday brought great news in regards to my health, so that is a huge weight off the whole family's shoulders and now we can focus on the medical issues going on with the oldest boy. Having to go through all kinds of tests at 19 was not my wish for my child, and I am very worried because it was at the exact same age that my autoimmune issues reared their ugly head. Lots of blood tests, more heart tests and lots of shaken nerves and long nights has been the theme of our Fall. So with fingers crossed, positive thoughts and lots of cozy nights with the family planned for the next couple of weeks, is how we deal with this new hurdle. With that in mind, I started thinking about picking up a sign for the house, with a quote about family and I found the perfect quote, now just to find the sign or make it myself! The boys would LOVE that project on top of the floor next weekend! LOL

Home is where LOVE resides,

Memories are CREATED,

Friends are always WELCOME,

and FAMILY is forever.

And all of this made me finally put down a home on my land and started to decorate it again, which meant De(c)ocrate has become a part of my life, and OMG I got so excited when I got my first box this month and just had to incorporate a few goodies into this scene inspired by the GORGEOUS new living room collection from Kaerri, currently at the Swank event.

The Decor Details

Build - Scarlet Creative - Sylvia House @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Fireplace, Egyptian Bust, Chairs, Tables, Sofa, Flowers, Bowl, Vases, Deco, Lamp, Curtains, Rug - Kaerri - Jewel Collection @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

Wall Art - The Loft - Morgan Mirror @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Candles on Mantle - Ilorsen - Galatea Candles @ De(c)ocrate - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Tea Light on Coffee Table - Sari Sari - Old Chamberstick @ De(c)ocrate - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Book and Mug - Serenity Style - Jojo Cozy Book & Mug @ De(c)ocrate - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Slippers - Serenity Style - Jojo Cozy Slippers @ De(c)ocrate - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Grandfather Clock - Fancy Decor - Grandfather Clock @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/223/141/1001

Every piece in this scene is exquisitely created with fantastic textures and wonderful details, making it a perfect addition to any home. Pick and choose your pieces or start with the complete set from Kaerri and then add your own touches and create your one of a kind space for your family and friends to create amazing memories!!

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~

The truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde

I honestly have no idea where the last couple of months went, and I can't believe Thanksgiving is literally right around the corner. Our house is still in shambles but we had an incredibly productive weekend and the days after Thanksgiving will be spent putting in the new floor, which I am terribly excited about! Thirteen months after the leak was discovered we are getting the house together and in a few months it will be ready to be put up for sale, unless we decide to stay in Flagstaff for some odd reason. But all of this means we won't be having Thanksgiving at our house and the rest of the family doesn't cook, so a turkey dinner with all the fixings is not on the agenda this year, and I am a tad bit disappointed. I love the whole production like atmosphere of Thanksgiving, and its the only time of the year I get to make certain dishes I love, so I have a feeling we will be having our own turkey dinner at some point this month, since Christmas will be spent with the entire family, where I will be cooking lots of different things except a turkey! The truth is, I love the traditions, and the time with the family and I hate when things change, which means I am a bit out of sorts now after finalizing the plans for next week, and a quote from Oscar Wilde has danced through my head this morning more than once, after realizing what he meant. "The truth is rarely pure and never simple," but a photo is simple and it speaks the truth you wish to see!

On Friday I actually had time to head out onto the grid from my land and check out a few events, including Collabor88, FaMESHed and Fifty Linden Fridays and I am STILL trying to unpack all my goodies! Not to mention I got my De(c)ocrate and Powder Pack releases as well on Friday, since I had been away for most of the week, and all my other blogger boxes, so I had TONS of stuff to check out and I haven't gotten to them all just yet! But the first thing I had to unpack were my goodies from Collabor88 because I absolutely LOVE this new jumpsuit from Scandalize. The Anashara jumpsuit comes with several options including jacket, chains, and two versions, pearl and plain, and in a wide variety of colors as well as an ombre in every set. The jumpsuit is well designed and all the little details make it well worth the trip to Collabor88, which is also where you will find this GORGEOUS new hair from Tram, which you just have to see in person to truly appreciate, and if you are looking for a simple, yet stylish new necklace and bracelet collection then make sure you head over to The Chapter Four and see the Seeds of Metal set, by Petit Chat, for yourself, it will be well worth the trip! Each bracelet comes with a HUD offering 6 metal choices, making it incredibly versatile, as well as two length options, so it can be worn with even your most cleavage revealing ensembles!

Happy shopping and have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day!

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 - Glam Affair - Federika @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

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

Blush - Zibska - Fiorenza Blush @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Eye Shadow - Zibska - Caterina @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Lipstick - The Face - GALAXY - Make-up palette @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Hair - Tram - G1025 @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Necklace and Bracelet - Petit Chat - Seeds of Metal @ The Chapter Four 11/4 - 11/31
HUD Driven with 6 color options
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236

Jumpsuit - Scandalize - Anashara - Nude @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/223/141/1001

Prop & Pose

Pose - An Lar Poses - The Cordelia Series @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Scene - SAYO - Secret Room Scene @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

A perfect place to unwind after a long day. Featuring Bee Designs, Petit Chat, and unKindness

Recently I decided to start over from scratch on my land and bought a new house and new outdoor landscaping, however the house has been sitting empty and I honestly didn't even know where to begin. I have so many beloved pieces and new things I have picked up over the last six months, and part of me wants to start over with all new things, but I can't see that happening since I happen to have certain pieces I can't live without. However, when I unpacked the new release from Bee Designs for The Liaison Collaborative I decided the vintage theme was going to continue, as usual, but with a new living room!

The Elise Living Room is a Gacha Collection, currently available at The Liaison Collaborative and comes with 11 commons and 2 Rares. I love all the little cute decor pieces in this collection and I couldn't resist adding in some of the suitcases from the Vintage Suitcase Gacha Collection, also from Bee Designs, an exclusive at the Aqua event. I happen to have hat boxes and old suitcases, that when space allows, I have around my house, usually in my office. But since I haven't had one of those in over a year and a half, I decided to put them into my Second Life home while the others gather dust in storage. I have been absolutely amazed with the newest releases from unKindness, including the newest Fireplace Fountains currently at FaMESHed, that come in a wide variety of colors meaning you are sure to find the perfect fit for your home. The water is a fantastic addition to the traditional fireplace decor, and a MUST have for everyone's home in my opinion, so hurry out to the events and pick up your favorite pieces and create your perfect space to unwind! As you noticed, I dropped my briefcase on the sofa as I came home to unwind, which is a brand new release for The Chapter Four from Petit Chat. The Happy Briefcase is HUD driven with 8 options for the buckle or if you pick up the Fat Pack you will get an AMAZING HUD with 8 options for the buckle and 8 options for the strap, and there are different color collections to choose from as well so head on over to the event today and pick up one for yourself! You won't be disappointed!

The Decor Details

Build - Scarlet Creative - Wimberley 2
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Summer/128/128/2

Living Room Set - Bee Designs - Elise Living Room Gacha @ The Liaison Collaborative
2 Rares and 11 Commons
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/192/192/2

Luggage - Bee Designs - Vintage Suitcase Gacha @ Aqua
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Zambini/251/226/22

Fireplace Fountain - unKindness - Fireplace Fountain Rustic Teal @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/121/157/1998

Framed Print - unKindness - La Luna Frame @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/121/157/1998

The Fashion Details

Briefcase on Sofa - Petit Chat - Happy Briefcase @ The Chapter Four - September 4th-30th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236
Hud driven : 8 color options for the buckle.
Fatpack comes with full HUD (8 options for buckle + 8 for the strap)
Materials Enabled
Copy/Mod

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~

"As free as birds catching the wind." Featuring Empyrean Forge, !!smesh and Desmonia

The last year and a half of my life has been like a topsy turvy whirlwind of strange ups and downs, weird health issues and LOVE. After being single for a very long time, and handling things on my own, no matter how hard, I have come to realize that it doesn't matter what life throws at you, it becomes easier when you have someone with which to share it. I had become a bit resigned to being single for the rest of my life and had no intention of getting into a relationship, but to be honest, it was the best decision I never made! My wonderful man and I were on the same page, and we were enjoying having someone to help make dinner for the boys and hanging out as friends when suddenly the universe jumped up with other plans for us. So it wasn't a decision for us, it just happened, and though there have been struggles we couldn't have even imagined, I know neither of us would change a thing. The love of the family we have created together and our commitment to each other, makes life just a little bit easier. All of this was to lead into the fact that I am not a Miley Cyrus fan, at least with what she puts out on the radio, until the recent release of "Malibu", and when I heard it through my speakers through Spotify, I was hooked. In one moment the last year and a half of my life was summed up in a song, and though my toes may not be wiggling in the sands of Malibu, the feeling is the same.

I haven't showcased the We Love to Blog group and it's multitude of designers in a post in a while, so when I unboxed these goodies I JUST had to put them together along with this gorgeous new release from Empyrean Forge! I absolutely love this new hair from Desmonia, a new release in the store. It fits perfectly with mesh heads and if you haven't checked out the colors from Desmonia, then you really need to do yourself a favor and head by the store, and while there check out all the other new releases. It has been a bit since I have picked up anything from !!smesh, I hate to admit, so when I saw a release in the We Love to Blog group I got all excited, and this dress does not disappoint. The Knitted Dress is intricately detailed and fits perfectly on Maitreya, but comes with plenty of other sizes, so I am sure you will find the perfect fit! The dress comes in a variety of colors as well, with some showing a bit more of your naughty bits because of how they show up under the knit. And if you are looking for the perfect jewelry collection to accent any outfit, then head over to FaMESHed and grab the Sequoia Trio from Empyrean Forge. The necklaces are individual pieces and come with their own HUDS making it incredibly versatile, making it a must have addition to your jewelry box! Do yourself a favor and pick up a few of thee pieces and go sink your toes into the sand on your favorite beach sim and relax and unwind.

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 - *YS&YS* - Kirsten
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Feel%20Beautiful/141/146/503

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

Hair - Desmonia - Amy Side Braid
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Desmonia/218/144/21

Necklaces - Empyrean Forge - Sequoia Trio @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/121/157/1998

Dress - !!smesh - Knitted Dress
New!!! ONLY 100L
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Alentejo/57/201/26

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

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

~Jade~

It's going to be a long hot summer with sun, sex and the sea!

As the first week of July comes to an end, the garden is in full bloom, the sun is high in the sky and those of us in the Southwest are praying to the powers that be for our monsoon season to start.  Our water bill is through the roof and I think the air conditioner is tired since it's making an odd noise, and the dust is seriously out of control!  I am ready for the skies to open up and soak the brown landscape giving life to it once again.  As you can guess, with the desert showing it's evil side lately, I have been venturing to the beaches of Second Life hoping to convince my brain that I'm not actually turning into a raisin this Summer, and as I relaxed in new goodies I picked up shopping, a photo came together and I am FINALLY able to share with you the Summer Stuffs gatcha collection from Petit Chat!

This adorable collection with starfish, shells and tags with the Sun, Sex, Sea anthem is perfect for your Summer wardrobe with the versatile HUD's, meaning it just HAS to make it's way into your jewelry box!  But you are going to have to head over to Project 7 and spend ONLY 47L a pull to grab the pieces of this collection!  There are 24 commons and 3 rares, with the rare necklace being featured above.  Each piece is incredibly well made with an amazing attention to detail, ensuring each piece goes with the others in the collection.  There are decor items, sandals and a bracelet not featured here as well as shell earrings and a choker, so hurry over to Project 7 by the 20th of July to get your hands on your perfect Summer jewelry.

The Fashion Details

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

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

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Denice NEW!!!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DeeTaleZ/154/80/63

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

Hair - Entwined - Piper
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Entwined/131/151/21

Earrings - Petit Chat - Sea Stuffs Gatcha - Starfish Earrings @ The Project 7 until 7/20
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Instiga/30/66/3007

Necklace - Petit Chat - Sea Stuffs Gatcha - Tag Necklace with HUD - RARE!! @ The Project 7 until 7/20
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Instiga/30/66/3007

Shirt - Rebel Hope - Janelle Mesh Top - Maitreya @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/120/157/1998

Pose - An Lar - Layna 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~ 

"Candles burning, lights are turning low" - Virtual Diva, DaneMarkZ

As the majority of my readers know, I often times have songs playing through my head as I put a post together and today is no exception, it just happens to be a song that I don't think needs any particular discussion, as the mood I think is pretty apparent.  I love when I get to show off those things usually kept behind closed doors and this new set of lingerie from DaneMarkZ is no exception.  With its delicate lace detailing and wonderful curve enhancing lines this is the PERFECT addition to your lingerie collection, and that special someone will thank you, so head on over to Designer Showcase, pick up your favorite color, head home, get ready and make a call inviting someone on over to your place.

If you haven't had the chance to stop by FaMESHed for their 5th Anniversary celebration, then you are truly missing out on a fabulous event with all kinds of gifts to pick up, and while you are there grabbing a few things, make sure to check out this truly stunning jewelry collection from Cae.  The Karina collection comes complete with Earrings, Necklace and Bracelets meaning you can wear them all or mix and match with all your favorite gowns, dresses, or lingerie when you are wanting to make a statement.  

The pose today comes from LUSH Poses and it's called "Always on my mind" and comes with pose balls as well as regular poses with mirrors as well, so you can pose where you need to, making it an incredibly versatile pose that I think belongs in everyone's bag of goodies!  And now that I have tantalized you with tempting lingerie and gorgeous jewels I am off to decorate a scene for you all, hoping I can get it together before the day ends, so enjoy shopping!

The Fashion Details

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

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

Skin - Essences - Yanka @ Powder Pack LeLutka May
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Hair - Virtual Diva - Lana
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Domain/55/225/4005

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

Eyeshadow - *YS&YS* - Push @ Powder Pack LeLutka May
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Lips - *YS&YS* - Powder Lips @ Powder Pack LeLutka May
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Earrings, Necklace, Bracelets - Cae - Karina Collection @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/112/155/3000

Lingerie - DaneMarkZ - Morgan Lingerie in Blush @ Designer Showcase
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Corrupted%20Innocence/174/67/23

Nails - DaneMarkZ - April Showers @ Designer Showcase
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Corrupted%20Innocence/174/67/23

Pose - LUSH Poses - Always on my mind NEW!!

Main Store - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Outfits/9/234/3168
MP - https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Lush-Poses-best-female-sensual-pose/11793101

"Must be nice being flawless." - IT!, *ArcaneSpellcaster*AK Creations, DaneMarkZ, FaMESHed, Swank

Have you ever had a friend misunderstand you so badly that it pretty much ends a friendship?  While the strings that have held you together for years start to fall away, you sit, still stunned, because you never had any intention of hurting their feelings?  I may be a weaver of words, but when things become emotional I become mute, especially when I have upset someone unintentionally.  After a couple of months I have come to realize that not everyone, even those you thought were closest to you, will understand you all the time.  We all get caught up in our own worlds and have a tendency to not step outside the box and do "others" thinking, as I call it.  You have to identify the situation someone is in before you judge, and see it from the point of view of the person you have an issue with, but this rarely happens, and it's sad when assumptions become the rule not the exception.  When all has been said and done and you are at peace with your side of things, all you can do is wait and see what the future holds and hope for the best because friendships are worth saving, not losing over a misunderstanding.

"Emotional"

Getting lost, don't know what side

In my mind where no one can go
Think I'm losing my cool, woah

Oh, oh, oh
On my way off the rails, I
Don't pretend like I'm perfect too
As I fear being too old
Oh, oh, oh
Ten times, ten times I said
Ring me as it's on my mind
Our fears get magnified
And my fault is only natural

But I get emotional
Not we are
And I get emotional
But I'm not supposed to let it show
But I get emotional
Not we are
And I get emotional
But I'm not supposed to let it show

Must be nice being flawless
Pull me tight when you got it all out the way
Just don't let down your guard, no

Oh, oh, oh
On my way off the rails, I
Don't pretend like I'm perfect too
As I fear being too old
Oh, oh, oh
Ten times, ten times I said
Ring me as it's on my mind
Our fears get magnified
And my fault is only natural

The Fashion Details

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

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

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

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

Hair - Exile - Closure
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/46/207/21

Necklace - Baiastice - Leaf Choker - Gold @ FaMESHed 5th Anniversary
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/112/155/3000

Bracelets - IT! - Cute Butterfly Bracelet V3 EXCLUSIVE @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

Nails - DaneMarkZ - Golden Nights @ The Darkness Monthly Event
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Brimstone/21/68/23

Top and Pants - *Arcane Spellcaster*Ak-Creations - Alisya - Red
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dulcamara/210/218/2088
https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/92187

Pose - An Lar - The Gloria Series @ FaMESHed 5th Anniversary
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/112/155/3000

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~ 

Chess like kings and queens above all - Virtual Diva

I am feeling a bit feisty today, and I am not quite sure why, other than the weather has once again turned towards Spring and I am looking quite forward to it's rather late arrival.  The garden has been planted for a bit now with the more resilient plants and next week all the baby plants in the kitchen window get to find their way into the soil, but not before the fence is finished so the rabbits can stop running off with my baby Rhubarb and Swiss Chard!  And of course as the temperatures rise we have a tendency to shed layers and start revealing more skin, and if you are looking for an ensemble that goes from the runway to the beach then look no further than this amazing ensemble from Virtual Diva, currently at Swank!

The Delirium ensemble comes with the headpiece add-on and the hip flowers as well as the daring swimsuit that reveals just enough, but not very much!  I loved the fit on this suit especially as I walked and posed and it didn't break or stretch the wrong way, but be careful when posing the hip pieces might need to be moved.  The textures are wonderfully done on the roses and I love the edgy, Summer runway feel of this ensemble, and I am hoping you all do too, because this seriously needs to make its way into your closet!  

Lately I have fallen in love with Nanika tattoos, and this has to be my favorite!  I picked it up a couple months ago but make sure to check out current events for other amazing pieces, I know I will be grabbing them as soon as my wallet can afford it!  Trust me, you won't be disappointed when you see all the fabulous designs.

The Fashion Details

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

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

Skin - Glam Affair - Maria @ Powder Pack LeLutka March
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Tattoo - Nanika - Scarlet - Henna
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Serena%20Almeria/42/86/2002

Hair - Damselfly - Elizabella @ FaMESHed 5th Anniversary
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/112/155/3000

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

Makeup - Studio Exposure - Color Trend Pallete @ Powder Pack LeLutka - May
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Earrings - SECRETS - D'Aquila
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Glitzz/70/125/23

Ensemble - Virtual Diva - Delirium - Crow
(head piece and hip pieces are detachable) @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

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

Prop/Backdrop - RAMA - #Selfie - RAMA Circles Studio @ 6Republic ENDS IN 2 Days!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/River/129/125/32

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~

Quiet Eyes - Petit Chat, Tableau Vivant, Amara Beauty, Studio Exposure

I hope all the Mom's out there had a wonderful day yesterday and that everyone had a great weekend.  I had an absolutely fantastic weekend with my family and my best friend spent in the outdoors doing work on the garden and the yard in general.  For the last year I have talked about wanting to put trees on our land, but it never seemed to be the right time.  Saturday I was surprised when we took off to the local Home Depot and I got to pick out two trees!  If you happen to be one of those people who live where a Weeping Cherry is common then I envy you, because I couldn't ever have enough of them; and on the other side of the yard a HUGE Purple Plum now resides as well.  I have always wanted to live some where I could have a garden and fruit trees, a place where we could be self sufficient and sustainable, and now I can see this dream coming to fruition, though I had to wait until 45 to get it!  As the sun set last night on a very long, but prosperous weekend I looked out over the fruits of our labors with quiet eyes, and I was thankful for my life. 

If you haven't been by The Avenue this month yet then you really should stop by and check it out, there are tons of amazing goodies to get your hands on, including these adorable new earrings from Petit Chat!  These earrings are incredibly well designed with an amazing attention to detail and a plethora of textures to choose from with the fabulous HUD!  I just had to take a photo of it to show you all the choices you get as an incentive to head on over to the event, if the picture above wasn't enough?!

As always you will find the earrings for an affordable price considering the time it took to craft them, so do yourself a favor and add these adorable little eggs to your jewelry box today and add a little whimsy to your life!

The Fashion Details

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

Shape - Custom by me

Skin - Amara Beauty - Felicia - Powder Pack LeLutka May
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Eyeshadow and Lips - Studio Exposure - Color Trend Pallete - Powder Pack LeLutka May
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

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

Hair - Tableau Vivant - Teri - Fitted Braid and Base @ FaMESHed 5th Anniversary
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/112/155/3000

Earrings - Petit Chat - Lil Egg Earrings @ The Avenue - May 1-26
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Whispering%20Winds/36/219/21

 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~

Late Winter showers are the prelude to Spring flowers

The last couple of days have seen the temperatures skyrocketing into the high 50's and low 60's which means the snow has almost completely melted away from even the most shadowy spots and people are out and about on our trails soaking up the late Winter sun.  Today, however, the clouds have begun to gather in the sky, threatening an afternoon shower or two, and possibly a few snow flurries.  When we get snow and rain at this time of year I begin to get excited for the Spring flowers I know are right around the corner and no matter how cold it gets, or how wet, there is still a spring in my step!  With the past few weeks spent trying to play catch-up I have managed to not get caught up!  Isn't that the way it always seems to go?!  Which means I am way behind in showing you these adorable Comfy Boots from Petit Chat, as well as the monthly group gift, that happen to go brilliantly with the new release from Coquet, or the cute Spring Umbrellas, also from Petit Chat!

When I returned I went out shopping, because we all know coming back after a few months makes you look a tad outdated when it comes to SL, so when I stumbled on this adorable new ensemble from Coquet I just had to add it to my closet!  The long flowing cardigan with tank top is perfect for this time of year, and the whole thing can be worn with or without the coordinating leggings, making it very versatile and a perfect outfit for these late Winter days, so make sure to stop by FaMESHed and check it out today, and while you are out and about stop by Petit Chat, you won't be disappointed.  This month, the Hearts collection that comes in a wide variety of colors, can be picked up as February's group gift in the EXCLUSIVE Coral color featured here, and also check out the new Comfy Boots that are sure to be in the store soon, since The Chapter Four recently closed.  The boots are HUD driven and come in a TON of colors and you will be amazed by all the texturing options, making them versatile enough to add to any closet, so do yourself a favor and add them to yours today!

Lost and Found started on the 22nd, which means the crowds probably are still pretty big, but if you are like me, and love the late Winter showers and love to bring these things into SL, then make sure to check out the Spring Umbrellas, exclusive to the event, brought to you by Petit Chat as well.  The umbrellas come in 4 different textures, with a HUD to change all the bits and pieces to match your favorite ensemble OR to simply make a statement with bright colors and prints, trust me you won't be disappointed!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

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

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

Hair - Wasabi Pills - Tara @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Eyes - IKON - Sovereign - Pharaoh
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/IKON/143/128/501

Earrings, Necklace, Bracelets - Petit Chat - Healing Hearts - Coral EXCLUSIVE for February Group Gift
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Rayne%20and%20PetitChat/210/24/31

Cardigan, Tank, Leggings - Coquet - Paisley2 @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Umbrella - Petit Chat - Spring Umbrellas @ Lost and Found
4 versions available : Knitted, Checkered, Canvas, Plain colors
Fatpack available.
Each version is hud driven with 8 colors for the handle, the pearls and the fabric.
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/133/41/3

Shoes - Petit Chat - Comfy Boots
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Rayne%20and%20PetitChat/210/24/31

Pose - An Lar Poses - Vanessa
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~

Psst....don't bother to look for me today, I am playing hookey! - Serenity Style, unKindness, Aphrodite and CIRCA

Do you ever have those days where you would much rather runaway with your friends than do work?  Today is one of those days for me and I am having the hardest time getting motivated to work!  I have been gone so long that I have missed months of my friends lives and all I want to do is invite everyone over to just sit down and chat for awhile around a fire, on my newly decorated land on SL.  I think my landlord was beginning to pray for my return so she could take down the blockade of wintry trees from in front of my land, since I was still stuck in Winter while the rest of the sim was in bloom.  Yesterday and today I remedied that situation and finally put down a new house and decorated for Spring.  I knew Aphrodite had sent me a wonderful package of flowering trees, released for Valentine's Day, that would work perfectly in this newly decorated space.  And since I happened to be in the decorating mood at that point I decided to remove myself from the equation and show off some wonderful new releases for your home from unKindness, Serenity Style, Aphrodite and CIRCA. 

The current round of The Liaison Collaborative is called "Romantic Metal" and I have been delighted with the releases from unKindness and Serenity Style.  "A Love Touch Collection" from Serenity Style has four pieces and they can be bought individually or as a Fatpack.  I love the vintage feel of this collection which always fits well into my life, so I can guarantee pieces will be finding their way into other rooms in my home.  So far this year signs have dominated the decor market and you will not be disappointed with the ones offered at the event from unKindness.  I am featuring three of the signs available at the event, but you will find flowers as well as words, and each comes in several different colors, so you are sure to find the perfect ones to accompany your decor.  

I happen to have a wood burning stove at home and I love it.  It isn't our only heat source, but the heater only comes on if we aren't home to make a fire.  When I saw this gorgeous piece at FaMESHed from Dutchie I just knew I had to have it in my home.  When I got home and realized there were poses and cuddles with it I got even more excited!  Everyone needs one of these so hurry to the event before it ends, you won't be disappointed, especially if you are still having very Wintry days and nights like we are in the mountains of Arizona.  

I am a little late for Valentine's Day, but if you follow my blog then you know any day of the year is Valentine's Day in the right relationship, which means these gorgeous new roses from Aphrodite need to be a part of your life.  The vases also come with accompanying hand held bouquets in each of the colors, and I promise you will be amazed at the life like quality of the flowers, I could almost smell their scent drifting through my home.

Now that I have let you all have a peek at some of the wonderful new goodies I have used to decorate my home I am off to chat with friends and catch up on the last three months I have been away.

The Decor Details

Build - Scarlet Creative - Nerites Home - RARE - Arcade June16
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/mountain%20view/130/3/22

Fireplace - Dutchie - Animated Stove @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Serenity Style - A Love Touch Collection @ The Liaison Collaborative
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/199/170/22
Cabinet
Chair
Flowers Jars
Room Divider
Available separately or as a Fatpack
Hanging Heart - CIRCA - To the Moon & Back - Black - Part of the Kiss Me room collection @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/119/166/3002

Roses - Aphrodite
Dark Red Roses Vase
NEW MESH Roses Crystal Vase with texture changer and resizer
Pink Roses Vase
Two Color Roses Vase
White Roses Vase
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Shopping%20City/211/10/23

End Table - Mirage - Moroccan Metal Side Table
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Grand%20Isle/156/36/2001

Wall Signs - unKindness - Dreams, Soulmate, Love @ The Liaison Collaborative
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/140/193/22

Ottoman - CIRCA - Kiss Me Ottoman - PG - Black - Part of Kiss Me Collection @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/119/166/3002

Trees - Aphrodite - Valentine's Day Trees
Light Pink
Peach
Pink
Red
With couples menu, can also be used with the "experiences" feature on your land or SIM
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Shopping%20City/211/10/23

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~

Happy Valentine's Day - featuring Marquesse, Noodles, No.Match, Empyrean Forge, Virtual Diva, ClaVv, The Epiphany

Today is one of those days I absolutely despised when I was single because it made me feel a little left out I guess.  This year, though not single, I have come to discover that today is just another day if you happen to be in a relationship where you are consistently showing your significant other how you feel.  The boyfriend and I just celebrated 9 months together last week, and like all the other months before hand, we exchanged cards, had dinner and reminded each other why we fell in love in the first place.  So when the sun rose this morning on this day of love I simply said, "Good Morning," because for us, it is just another day.  I might have picked up something different for dinner tonight, and I might have picked up a card sometime earlier this month just because I liked what it had to say, but for the most part Valentine's Day is every day in my life, and it should be for you too.  No one should ever have to worry about where they stand in a relationship, they should know every day by the gestures that are made.  Whether it's simply walking around to open the car door for you when going out for groceries, or picking up your favorite soda when your stomach is upset, or getting up early to take the car into the shop so you don't have to.  These are the simply things, the little things that matter the most, not some grand gesture thought of at the last minute because someone reminded you it's Valentine's Day.  If you truly love the one you are with, then show them that for you, every day is Valentine's Day because you are blessed to have them in your life.

If you are looking to stun your significant other tonight, or perhaps someone you would like to take that roll, then do yourself a favor and check out this absolutely stunning new release from Marquesse.  The dress is very well made with a lovely, plunging neckline that is sure to distract that special someone this evening.  The dress comes in three colors with matching boot styled heels which happen to bring this ensemble together quite nicely, especially with the thigh baring slit that shows off the gorgeous shoes made to accompany the dress.  The beading along the bodice and straps is wonderful, adding a bit of sparkle to this elegantly draped gown.  I spent a bit of time accessorizing this gown because I didn't want anything to overpower the look so I was thrilled when I stumbled upon this delicate new necklace combination from Noodles, available at Cosmopolitan.  The necklace HUD allows you to change the pieces to match your ensemble, so hurry on over and pick yours up, I promise you won't be disappointed!  And if you happen to be a lover of Empyrean Forge, then hurry to FaMESHed to see the newest pieces.  The Fortuna Collection comes with a wide variety of pieces, but I fell in love with the bracelets, and since my jewelry box is overflowing, I didn't splurge on the whole set, at least not yet!  There are two bracelets in each pack, making them incredibly versatile, especially after you start playing with the HUD to create your own look!

With my return and the introduction of BENTO, you can imagine I have been spending hours up on the platform tweaking the sliders to get the perfect look.  I discovered that with different appliers, the same face can look incredibly different!  I happen to stop by DeeTaleZ quite often to see what has been moved into the sale area and I was tickled pink to see the Angel applier from earlier in 2016 has made it to the sale room and for only 850L I picked up another skin, and I absolutely ADORE it!  If you haven't been by the sale room at the store, go wander, especially if you wear LeLutka, and see what you can find!  You won't be disappointed!!!  Happy shopping and I hope you have a wonderful evening with your significant other, or soon to be!  You deserve it!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone 2.2 - Bento - Custom Shape
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

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

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

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

Hair - No.Match - No.Darkness
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/No%20Comment/102/140/22

Necklace - Noodles - Starling Collection @ Cosmopolitan
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/No%20Comment/131/61/22

Bracelets - Empyrean Forge - Fortuna Bangles and Bracelets @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Dress - Marquesse - Romantic Gown and Boots - Red @ #HashTag
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Strigoiu/161/195/3002

Pose - Virtual Diva - Valentine Set of Poses @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

The Decor Details
Build
CLAVv - Light Studio Skybox - Epiphany Exclusive @ The Epiphany
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Epiphany/84/135/1006

CLAVv - Light Studio - Light Rug A @ The Epiphany
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Epiphany/84/135/1006

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

~Jade~ 

I used to think a "Men Working" sign was a good thing in the bedroom

I remember back in high school and my early college years joking about stealing one of those highway road work signs that says, "Men Working" and hanging it over my bed.  It used to amuse the hell out of me, and to this day, still kind of does in that juvenile sort of way.  That feeling changed yesterday however, as the men of my home had to tear up the carpet and padding to see what was wrong with the floor, since it was starting to collapse; only to discover a cracked floor support piece.  Which means, I need a "Men Working" sign this weekend to remind me to avoid the extremely large hole in the bedroom floor that just happens to be on my side of the room on the way to the bathroom.  Being the fix-it man he is, the boyfriend thinks it is going to be an easy fix, so as I sit hear and type they are off to Home Depot to get the materials needed to repair the beam and the enormous hole that had to be cut.  I am hoping I don't need any more orange cones with reflective tape tonight and that I can once again dance around our bedroom between the shadows and the light.

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 - LAQ - Kate + Makeup
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LAQ/179/66/30

Hair - Entwined - Dani
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Entwined/131/151/21

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

Necklace and Earrings - Cae - Stellar @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Bracelets - SECRETS - Anais
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Depraved%20Nation/223/32/26

Jacket, Pants, Shoes - BF - Cristiane
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lorrey/75/35/22

As most of you know, one of the reasons I love being a part of WE LOVE TO BLOG, is that I get introduced to designers I might normally come across, as they start off their careers on SL.  This month is no exception with this amazing creation from BF, who I had never heard of before, but you can bet I skipped over to the store to see what other goodies were waiting, and trust me you won't be disappointed.  The textures are very well done and the entire ensemble flows together perfectly with fantastic geometric designs and bold color patterns.  The outfit comes in standard sizes as well as those for Maitreya, Slink Hourglass and a couple other mesh sizes, meaning you are sure to find the perfect fit for your body, so don't waste anytime and go check out BF today!

I've got "a short fuse, that I still use."

For the most part, I don't consider myself that different from other people when it comes to doing what you have to and smiling even when you feel like cutting someone's head off, but I remember when my temper got places before me and, on occasion, I kind of miss being able to get away with having a short fuse.  For the last couple of weeks my car has had a big sign on it saying "screw with me," at least that's how it seems.  From the idiot who was following too close, so I slowed down and found he and his Jeep off the road on the right hand side of me, acting like he was going to hit the car, to the guy downtown who decided that he owned the road and didn't care if I was already in the turn lane and ran me into the curb, it has been a free for all on my car!  Which has had my nerves on edge, because of course the last possible thing I need would be an accident with my low back still hanging on by a hopeful thread, and all the screws in my neck.  Needless to say when the girls invited me to go with them to the male dance show Friday night, I was ready to have someone else drive and to blow off some steam.  For most people, driving isn't stressful, but on average I spend at least 4-5 hours a day in a car hauling the boys back and forth to school, going to work still at a friends house, and running errands for our home.  For a bit now I have been unable to drink anything accept Vodka, my boyfriend says this makes me a cheap date, since I also don't happen to drink very often.  So Friday night my best friend introduced me to her home-made, organic Blackberry Vodka, made with berries picked from Oak Creek Canyon here in Arizona; and it and I have become great friends, especially since it didn't carry the dark cloud of a hangover with it.  Once the luscious dark purple liquid had calmed my nerves and loosened my tongue, I found myself talking to them about the week and the idiot drivers I had encountered and that those situations had made me realize that at some point, my hair trigger temper has gotten very tempered.  To be honest, I hadn't realized this until faced with the moron off the road, inches away from my car and I didn't run him off the road.  Seriously one of those moments where I was asking myself what happened as I didn't react and just hoped survival of the fittest would kick in and the dumb ass wouldn't make it.  Shortly after telling the ladies about the events of the week, I had my first encounter with the drunk blond girl who decided she liked to elbow her way through the crowd, and once again looked at them and said I really didn't know what happened to me over the years.  On the inebriated hooligan's third pass through the crowd with her pointy elbows and head I could rest my drink on, that temper I spoke of might have jumped up and bit her in the ass, or more appropriately the floor, since she tripped over the foot I might have pulled back a bit more slowly than she was moving.  I made sure she was all right, but I have to admit I felt a bit better about my week and about myself, still got that fire down below, even if it is a bit of a short fuse!

I have to admit, I wish I owned this outfit in RL for this past Friday night's excursion, it would have fit my mood perfectly!  I got this fabulous dress from Rock Your Rack, which happens to have shut down yesterday, but I still had to show it off along with these absolutely AMAZING new boots and jewelry available at FaMESHed.  The Vina dress from Zibska comes with a color change HUD offering several different tone selections, and if you head by FaMESHed and grab these boots from [Gos] you will be pleased to discover they perfectly mix and match together, meaning you can create several ensembles with different looks with the purchase of just two items, which means you have no reason to not go grab both items!  The boots come in a wide variety of colors, though I love the black, as well as several different sizes to fit standard and mesh bodies.  I am sure the dress will be in the main store for Zibska later this week, so make sure to check back, and you only have about a week left to stop by FaMESHed and check out these and all the offering wonderful offerings that always make up the event.  So what are you waiting for?!  Hurry up and get your shop on!

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 - LAQ - Sophie
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LAQ/179/66/30

Hair - .Shi - Valiant
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/After%206%20Days/99/38/17

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

Tattoo - White-Widow - LightsOut
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Essences/129/135/22

Bracelets - MINIMAL - Kira @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Earrings and Necklace - LaGyo - Crosses Set - Silver @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Dress - Zibska - Vina (just featured at Rock Your Rack so check the store later this week)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Deep%20Chill/128/126/2001

Boots - [Gos] - Blade - Black @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

The sun is setting on Rock Your Rack

Today marks the last day of Rock Your Rack which means you only have about 8 more hours to get over and grab some amazing items, at fantastic prices all for an amazing cause!  This is the 4th Annual Rock Your Rack, presented by Models Giving Back, with a portion of all sales going to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation.  With tons of designers offering at least two items, as well as a 10L hunt, you are sure to find some things that just jump off the hangers and into your closet!  For my final post I did something a bit different, but I got a bit behind this past week with the net being hit or miss, so to make sure I get attention to as many creators as I can, I am featuring two and their releases for the event!

This adorable Romper is exclusively available at the event from Chobani and comes in a variety of colors with matching vine accent heels.  The fit is fantastic and I just LOVE these shoes!  Toss on a long cardigan and this goes from warm sunny days, to the cool Autumn nights, making it a perfect addition to your closet!  But I haven't found many things for the event that don't need to be in your closet, or that aren't incredibly versatile, and I don't know about you, but I love shopping for a cause, because there is no guilt later!  Which means you need to check out all the items available until tonight, including this stunning new ensemble from WICKED, also an exclusive to Rock Your Rack.

The Peyton ensemble comes complete with jewelry, boots, jacket and dress, meaning you don't have to go digging through your inventory to find things to mix and match together when in a hurry, instead you can toss on this outfit and off you go to whatever your next adventure is on the grid.  I absolutely adore these stiletto booties and how they compliment the outfit perfectly, considering that most times I HATE boots with skirts, but these happen to be a great accent and a MUST HAVE this Fall so HURRY to Rock Your Rack, you won't be disappointed, unless of course you let the night slip by without a stop by the event!

The Fashion Details

Ensemble #1

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 - LAQ - Sophie
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LAQ/179/66/30

Hair - Clawtooth - Celeste
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lula/27/128/26

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

Earrings and Necklace - Nord Embel'Lys - Gecko Set - Gold
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/ministry%20of%20media/161/3/22

Bracelets - MINIMAL - Kira @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/122/161/22

Romper - Chobani - AYANI Romper - Teal @ Rock Your Rack until Midnight!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/City%20of%20Concord/111/140/29

Shoes - Chobani - Mia Vine Heels - Teal @ Rock Your Rack
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/City%20of%20Concord/111/140/29

Ensemble #2
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 - LAQ - Kate
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LAQ/179/66/30

Hair - Clawtooth - Hang it up
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lula/27/128/26

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

Jewelry, Jacket and Dress and Boots - WICKED - Peyton @ Rock Your Rack
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/City%20of%20Concord/111/140/29

Breast cancer is one of the leading health crises for women. 1 in 8 women, and an every increasing percentage of men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. There is currently no known cure for breast cancer, and its early diagnosis is critical to survival.

Models Giving Back is pleased to present Rock Your Rack, an annual fundraising event combining the best of SL Music and Fashion to support the work of breast cancer charities and raise awareness for early detection which is critical to a positive outcome for this devastating disease.

This year's 4th annual event will support the National Breast Cancer Foundation providing mammograms, education, support and early detection services to anyone in need.

The 2016 Event is all together on one sim and involves 63 designers including 9 Gold sponsors:  AlaFolie, Athena Couture, Dulce Secrets, Emerald Couture, Empyrean Forge, LaVian & Co, phedora, Prism and Kultivate Magazine.  Along with these designers,  14 DJ's, 11 Live Musicians, 22 2D/3D artists, and 22 models will participate in the two week long event.

Events during the fundraiser include 9 fashion shows, 11 live musical concerts,  12 DJ dance parties, a 10L Hunt,  Two Silent Auction areas, an Art Exhibit organized by Kultivate magazine, Art Auction and 7Seas Fishing Tournaments.  Designers will be providing exclusive creations with 100% of the sales of those items going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation along with a fine selection of the newest and most popular designs donating a percentage as well. 

For a complete listing of events and more details on this year's event, please visit the website:  http://rockyourrack.wordpress.com

This year's event officially opens to the public on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 12:00am SLT and will close at 11:59pm SLT on Sunday, October 16, 2016.

Together we can make a difference!

Those who are unable to attend but wish to support the cause, may visit the Model's Giving Back official donation page at https://fundraise.nbcf.org/mgb2016 where donations can be made directly using a variety of means.

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About Models Giving Back

Models Giving Back is an agency of professional, certified SecondLife models who give of their time and talents to raise funds for legitimate and verified SL and RL charities. 

Models Giving Back was founded in October of 2012 by Jamee Sandalwood after a previous agency dedicated to charity work was forced to close due to the owner leaving SecondLife.  Jamee felt the work that was being done needed to be continued and set out to lead the models that were already a part of the former agency into new and bigger endeavors at the newly created Models Giving Back.

To date the agency has partnered with dozens of designers and provided models for runway, print and other functions that support charities around SL.

Rock Your Rack is the creation of Jamee Sandalwood and is owned exclusively by Models Giving Back in SecondLife.

Models Giving Back CEO:  Jamee Sandalwood
Models Giving Back Logo:

Models Giving Back Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/ModelsGivingBack

Models Giving Back Flickr:http://www.flickr.com/photos/94469096@N04/

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About the National Breast Cancer Foundation

The National Breast Cancer Foundation was founded in 1991 by breast cancer survivor, Janelle Hail.  She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1980 at the age of 34.  At the time of her diagnosis, there was little information about the disease, and she was forced to make a decision about her health with few options.  After her treatment, Janelle made a commitment to help women around the world by educating them about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.  NBCF’s mission is to save lives through early detection and to provide mammograms for those in need.  This mission includes increasing awareness through education, providing diagnostic breast care services for those in need, and providing nurturing support services. 

www.nationalbreastcancer.org