Fashion for Life [LeeZu and Riddle]

There are only a few hours left of Fashion for Life; if you haven’t dropped by, I would definitely do so if I were you! This event supports such a worthwhile cause; I am truly touched by all of the amazing designers and event organizers who have donated their time and money to raise funds for cancer research. You have all touched more lives than you could ever possibly know.

LeeZu is a designer I have come to admire since I began shopping at The Dressing Room so many months ago. Her designs are simply amazing and absolutely breathtaking; she is able to combine unique and sexy into one. You can see all of these qualities in Catch Lily which is just one of the designs LeeZu Baxter has set out for a full 100% donation to Relay for Life. The collar is so distinctive; it really caught my eye when I first saw the design. Three different skirt options come with your purchase which includes a sculpted and flexi (pictured), sculpted non-flexi, and babydoll sculpted and flexi. This dress will be available at Fashion for Life for a donation of L$350 until 1 a.m. SLT.

Another designer I have come to admire recently is Chrystina Noel, owner and designer of Riddle. I first came across this brand while shopping at Designer’s Showcase, one of the now many discount shops in SL. Her textures are interesting while not being overwhelming. She also understands the concept of beauty in simplicity. The Spring Has Sprung dress in Dandelions is a new item which features a very pretty polka dot and ‘stick figure’ dandelions design. This design makes use of a new feature made possible via Second Life Viewer 2; included with your purchase is an alpha layer which hides your butt and hips! This alleviates the awkward look that many AOs can give sculpted dresses. While this version of the Spring Has Sprung dress is a nondonation item, two other versions of the same style with different textures will be available for a 100% donation to Relay for Life of L$150 each until 1 a.m. SLT.


Credits
Clothing: [1] *Catch Lily by LeeZu @ Fashion for Life and [2] *Spring Has Sprung in Dandelions by Riddle @ Fashion for Life
Hair: Away in Black 04 by [elikatira]
Shoes: *Damaris Boots in Leather Black by Purrfect 10
Skin: *Sweetheart [Dark] Deeply Madly 1 (Sundust) by Curio
Poses: [1] 092 and [2] 056 by Glitterati
Background by FairieGoodMother

* Denotes item provided by designer for review.

Milana

Before I learned how to take high rez pictures, I did a lot more hair reviews than I do now. The main reason for that is because every time I take a high rez picture, my Second Life browser crashes resulting in fifteen to twenty minutes needed for each snapshot. If I have a lot of hair styles to photograph, you are talking about an all day event! I had been photographing the new Dernier Cri, rebranded Milana, styles this week any time I got a free fifteen minutes amid a family crisis and homework due for my masters course. I am getting married in three months and was getting ready to go house hunting with my fiancé this morning and was also hoping to take at least a couple snapshots while I put my makeup on. I was a little annoyed that I had to take the time to update my Second Life browser, but oh my… I was more than pleasantly surprised when I took my first snapshot. My browser didn’t crash! Whatever you did Second Life techs, thank you!! I was able to take about eight photographs in ten to fifteen minutes! I’m so happy and will be doing more hair and skin reviews whenever I get the chance!

Now, on to the hair! As I mentioned above, Dernier Cri has rebranded as Milana with an extra designer added as well. All of the styles below are by the designer of Dernier Cri, Asuka Martin. Perhaps now that I can photograph quickly, I will also feature the styles from her partner, Sharifa Morenz! I first discovered Dernier Cri during the one.eleven event last November. I absolutely fell in love with the quality of the hair and impatiently awaited the arrival of her new release. The long wait was most definitely worth the amazing line of new hairs released this past weekend. Hair packs are available for L$245 each and fatpacks are available for L$845. The fatpack includes seventy beautiful shades which can be changed through a ‘hair dyeing’ hud. A free gift is also available to customers; join the Subscribo for the free hair!

The outfit I am wearing is an offering at Fashion for Life, the Second Life event to benefit Relay for Life by the American Cancer Society. Although the color of the dress I am wearing is not for charity, a green version of the same style is available for a donation of L$200 at Vanitas Vesture. Nine additional colors, including the one I am wearing, are also available at the fair for a nondonation price of L$200 each.

The shoes I am wearing are also an item featured at Fashion for Life. As my first purchase from Pixel Mode, I have to say that I am very impressed and very pleased. The quality of the shoes are exceptional; the sculpts are beautiful and the texture is amazing. The pink version of the Baby T’s are available for a donation of L$300. Three other nondonation colors are also available for L$300 each.

Credits:
Clothing: *Languid Party Dress in Rose by Vanitas Vesture @ Fashion for Life
Hair: *All Styles by Milana
Shoes: Baby T’s in Pink by Pixel Mode @ Fashion for Life
Skin: Elf 2 [Dark] Sprite 2 (Sundust) by Curio
Poses: [1] Long Hair 6, [2-10] Long Hair 2 and [11] Long Hair 10 by Gliteratti
Background by FairieGoodMother


* Denotes item provided by designer for review.

Fashion for Life [Clio]

Looking for something simple yet elegant? Clio, another new to me designer, is offering two black and white versions of the Yvonne Gown at Fashion for Life. One version is predominantly white while the other is predominately black. I really love how simple the textures are with this gown. Sometimes overdone textures can really distract from the beauty of a gown… or any other outfit. I also love how many prim attachments are included with this gown; no matter which way my AO moves me, I don’t have some weird piece sticking out. For a donation of L$250, you can add this beautiful gown to your inventory.

Credits
Clothing: *Yvonne Gown in White by Clio @ Fashion for Life
Hair: Witch in Ink by !lamb.
Skin: Elf 2 [Dark] Sprite 2 (Sundust) by Curio
Pose: *Model 424 by EverGlow
Background by JoesSistah

* Denotes item provided by designer for review.

Fashion for Life [Fab.Pony, LOGO and Elikatira]

I remember being completely awe inspired during my first Second Life Relay for Life Clothing Fair last year. I first joined Second Life in late October of 2009, and nine SIMs of international wonder was simply amazing. All year I looked forward to the next RFL Clothing Fair, and I was extremely disappointed when I first read that there would not be one for this year. Thankfully, new coordinators stepped up to give those who had organized the fair in years past a break, and thus, we now have Fashion for Life.

I am so completely honored to have been accepted as an official blogger for the event; I, like so many others, have been personally affected by cancer. Many people in my family have suffered from the horrible disease, including both my grandmothers, one of my grandfathers and one of my sisters. I am happy to do anything possible to raise awareness and funds for research. Many fabulous designers have donated their time and creations to help raise money which will be donated to the American Cancer Society. To keep track of the funs being raised, please visit the official Fashion for Life blog.

One of my favorite parts about fashion fairs is the discovery of new designers. Many times in Second Life, it is difficult to find new stores because of the vastness of the grid. Unless the designer is included in a special sale or event, I’m more than likely not going to know about them. Fab.Pony is a new to me store that is full of color. You know me, I’m not typically a fan of mini dresses with prim pieces stuck between the legs, but when I find a design like this that matches up extremely well, it is a definite win. The Own the Night Dress has a very interesting zig-zag pattern with an amazingly shiny and realistic texture. While many colors are available, the fuchsia and black version is the version offered as a Relay for Life donation. This beautiful dress is perfect for a night out on the town and is available for a donation of L$310.

To match your fab new dress, you can try your hand at Fab.Pony’s gatcha for the chance to win the pair of Fantasy60 Earrings with matching fuchsia and black colors! Nine colors are included in the gatcha with a three color pack being the lucky rare item (fuchsia/pink version found in rare pack). Even if you don’t snag the three color pack with your first L$60 donation, honestly all of the colors are a win.

I matched the dress from Fab.Pony up with another new to me store item from LOGO. I think I may have heard of LOGO on the fashion feeds, but I have never visited the store. I am most definitely putting that on my ‘to do’ list for the near future. The Stone Chip set includes a necklace, bracelet and a set of earrings. The design reminds me of the very popular design my real life sisters wear. The classic black color allows you to pair this jewelry set with so many different outfits, and the donation price of L$325 makes this a true bargain.

I really love when clothing is sold as outfits in Second Life. With the endless tones and shades designers can choose from for their clothing, sometimes it is a challenge to find items that match each other. Fab.Pony has put together two items for another of their donation items. The Samantha Stripped Tank in White and Fog and the Chloe Jeans in Charcoal are being offered for a donation price of L$399. Sold separately, these items would cost L$425; so, you are saving money while giving a worthwhile contribution to the fight for a cure! The jeans are amazing and include attachment pieces for both heels and flats.

It’s no secret that one of my favorite designers in Second Life is the owner of Elikatira. I first discovered ETD when I began modeling for Lemania Indigo Designs in February 2010. I was still relatively new in world and asked a co-worker where I could find good quality hair at a fair price. She sent me the landmark to ETD, and it has been love ever since. I was heartbroken when the doors closed for a few months and was overly excited when Elikatira opened for business a few months ago. Hye is the newly released design from Elikatira for Fashion for Life. I was truly touched when I read the subconscious inspiration for the style on Elikatira’s blog. The design is a style her mother wore as a young woman; unfortunately, she lost her to cancer more than ten years ago. Hye is being offered in a special twelve color pack for a donation of L$400.


Credits:

Photos 1, 2 & 3:
Clothing: *Own the Night by Fab.Pony @ Fashion for Life
Jewelry: [Earrings] *Fantasy60 Earrings in Legacy Pink by Fab.Pony @ Fashion for Life and [Necklace and Bracelet] Stone Chip Set by LOGO @ Fashion for Life
Shoes: Bow Slingbacks in Black by Cherry
Hair: QTP129 in Black by booN
Skin: Elf 2 [Dark] Lore 2 (Sundust) by Curio
Poses: [1 and 2] Don’t Stand So Close to Me and [3] I’m Just a Small Cog in the System by Don’t Freak Out!
Background by AshenSorrow

Photos 4 & 5:
Clothing: [Shirt] *Samantha Stripped Tank in White and Fog and [Pants] *Chloe Pants in Charcoal by Fab.Pony @ Fashion for Life
Shoes: Move Pumps in Smoke by [elikatira]
Hair: Hye in Brown 08 by [elikatira] @ Fashion for Life
Skin: Elf 2 [Dark] Lore 2 (Sundust) by Curio
Poses: [4] *Second the Motion 6 and [5] *Just Shut Up 8 by !bang
Background by Chulii Stock

* Denotes item provided by designer for review.

Week 19 of 52 Weeks of Color - Umber

Ok… So, I know that my photo for this week isn’t even close to being mostly made of umber, but it’s all for a good cause! Tomorrow is the opening day of Fashion for Life, a Second Life fashion extravaganza designed to raise awareness and funds for Relay for Life. My picture was taken on one of the nine grayscale SIMs; even with a lack of color, the SIMs are beautifully designed. I promise you will not be disappointed! The nine SIMs incorporate a complete walk through design from one SIM to the other making navigation very easy!

While I was shopping during the blogger preview day this evening (it was really an amazing experience with very little lag!), I picked up this beautiful ‘umbrella’ dress by TOSL. Like so many other colors with this challenge, what I consider to be umber isn’t quite the shade that Mrs. Luna has presented on her color swatch. For me, it is a little darker. I suppose though that as long as I stay within the earthy tones I should be pretty much okay. I really love this adorable short dress. I’m a huge fan of glitter and sparkles in real life; so, the top of the dress and the darker lines just did it for me. I also love the lace around the top and the sheerness of the skirt. Femininity with a touch of class! Umbrella by TOSL will be available on the Arbus SIM for a donation for L$360 until March 22.


Credits:
Clothing: Umbrella by TOSL @ Fashion for Life
Shoes: Montsegur Pumps in Beige by Mon Tissu
Hair: Novel in Brown 08 by [elikatira]
Skin: *Sweetheart [Dark] Rose 1 (Sundust) by Curio
Tattoo: *Divine Brown Lash by Amacci
Pose: *Poofy 2 by aDORKable Poses

* Denotes item provided by designer for review.