Pieces of My Closet VIII

I have to say that I am extremely proud of myself for consistently working on cleaning out my inventory for an entire month now!  I have only dropped a few thousand in item numbers, but I think I may have finally convinced myself that I will get there.  Eventually.

The dress I'm wearing tonight is by Baiastice and was featured at Fairy Tales this past summer.  I really love events in Second Life because more often than not I find new to me designers; I also love walking around the venues and looking at the creative architecture the builders have come up with.  The aspect of participating in said events that can be a bit overwhelming, however, is the volume of items available.  Many times I want to feature so many of the items available, but I simply do not have the time.  Perhaps that is part of the reason I started blogging for SeraphimSL... You do technically get to show all of the pieces, but in a summarized fashion.  What can I say... I really love sharing what I find!  The dress is available at the Baiastice main store location and is offered in eight colors which include five mesh sizes and an alpha layer; a free demo is available.

I'm not sure when or where I picked up this hair by Raspberry Aristocrat, but it is quite gorgeous, and I'm very glad that I rediscovered it.  It could very well have also been a piece I picked up at an event (Hair Fair perhaps?) and forgot/lost/misplaced in my unruly inventory.  The hair is available at Raspberry Aristocrat's main store and is available in nine color packs, a mixed pack and a fatpack.


Credits
Clothing: *Lily Mesh Dress in Gold by Baiastice
Jewelry: VernaRose by Alienbear's Designs
Hair: Beth in Brown Bittersweet by Raspberry Aristocrat
Nails: *Metal Stripe Nails by Izzie's
Skin: *Geanna Skin Pale DB by Izzie's
Makeup: [Eyes] *Geanna Eyeshadow Moss and [Lips] *Lipstick Brown by Izzie's (Included with purchase of Geanna Skin)
Poses: [1 and 2] *Pencil II 2 by aDORKable Poses
Location: The Pixel Bean Coffeehouse

* Denotes promotional copy.

Week 2 of 52 Weeks of Color - Coral

Yay! I didn't wait a week to do a new 52WoC post! Last year when I started the challenge, my goal was to use as many pieces of clothing from my inventory that I already had as possible; I kind of want to do the reverse this year though I'm not sure that is the smartest idea with an inventory that is already over 60K. I would really love to get rid of the pieces that I know I will never wear again and replace them with quality items that will be staples of my wardrobe.

In all honesty, this week's color challenge was just an excuse to go pick up one of the new mesh shirts by Maitreya. I've been eyeballing Onyx's new items since I saw them pop up on the feeds but couldn't convince myself to purchase a piece. Now that I have, I'm afraid that I may find myself there more and more often. The Silk-Neck Tie Blouse is exceptionally well made with beautiful textures; it has a very classy and quite conservative look... Very school teacherish.

The skin that I am sporting is the new group gift from Filthy Skins. Alexandra always puts out amazing gifts every month for both male and female avatars, and with a joining fee of L$199, twelve free skins and shapes per year is really a steal that more than pays for the group fee.


Credits
Clothing: [Shirt] Silk-Neck Tie Blouse in Coral by Maitreya and [Pants] *Flared Pants in Cream by The Secret Store
Hair: Jess in Cocoa Brown by Raspberry Aristocrat (50% Off)
Skin: *January Group Gift Female Tan by Filthy Skins
Pose: Stand 127 by !Bang

* Denotes promotional copy.

Week 1 of 52 Weeks of Color - Champagne

I tend to not make resolutions for the new year anymore because I never keep them. I do have a goal for this year, however... even though I'm about a week late getting this up here! My goal for this year is to participate in every week of the second round of Luna Juiblee's 52 Weeks of Color. Hopefully real life won't kick my butt as badly as it has this week for the rest of the year!

Two of the pieces I am wearing are from the current collection at The Dressing Room. The bodysuit and pumps by R.icielli aren't technically champagne (they are beige and creme), but the color was so close to Luna's champagne swatch that I couldn't pass these items up for my photo. You get both pieces plus seven more for a mere L$70! What a great deal!

The skirt I'm wearing is another piece of evidence to support the fact that I am totally addicted to mesh. I have found myself in the past couple of weeks passing up coats, dresses, skirts, etc that aren't mesh. I don't think I have totally given up on prim pieces; I just prefer to not have to deal with them when I don't have to! The Oxford Pencil Skirt by {mon tissu} is so pretty and classy; I think I eventually want to own the entire pack.


Credits
Clothing: [Bodysuit] Pietra by R.icielli @ The Dressing Room and The Oxford Pencil Skirt in Dark Brown by {mon tissu}
Shoes: Carmeelia Pumps by R.icielle @ The Dressing Room
Hair: Adora Hair in Brown Cocoa by Raspberry Aristocrat (50% Off)
Skin: *May [Sundust] Blackbird 2 by Curio
Pose: Stand 158 by !Bang

* Denotes promotional copy.

My Hair Fair Favorites

I can't believe that tomorrow (well... technically today) is the last day of Hair Fair 2011 and I still haven't blogged what I spent six hours finding a couple weeks ago. -.- Yes, I claim the title of Queen of Procrastination. Please and thank you. Lol This post is going to be a little different than most I do simply because of all the pictures I'm posting from various designers. The style names along with the designers will be listed below each picture as well as what pose I used in each particular picture.  All hair designer landmarks are set to the Hair Fair locations.

Khloe in Brown Bittersweet by Raspberry Aristocrat - Pose: Model 144 by Glitterati

Boyfriend in Kit Kat by !lamb. - Pose Model 116 by Glitterati

Milena in Golden Brown by Decoy - Pose: Model 100 by Glitterati

Shy Little Thing in Brown 3 by Head Mistress - Pose: Long Hair 3-3 by Glitterati

Sex Symbol in Brown 3 by Head Mistress - Pose: Long Hair 3-8 by Glitterati

Wind in the Willows in Brown 3 by Head Mistress - Pose: Long Hair 2-2 by Glitterati

Rolling Tides in Brown 3 by Head Mistress - Pose: Long Hair 6 by Glitterati

Luna in Brown by Magika - Pose: Long Hair 3-3 by Glitterati

Kimi in Golden Streaked by Illusory - Pose: Model 023 by Glitterati

Story in Brown 08 by [elikatira] - Pose: Model 034 by Glitterati

Pretend in Brown 08 by [elikatira] - Pose: Model 071 by Glitterati

With in Brown 08 by [elikatira] - Pose: Model 089 by Glitterati

Credits

Clothing: [Shirt] Dahlia Top in Brown by Purple Moon and [Pants] *Flared Pants in Caramel by The Secret Store
Jewelry: CHUM necklace by miel
Skin: *Paige in Ivory 04 by Filthy Skins


* Denotes item provided by designer for review.

A Whole Lot of Filthy

Filthy Skins has had a whole slew of great releases over the past few weeks for both men and women. I don’t have a male alt (perhaps I should get one?); so, I cannot show you the gorgeous Buck or Ivan, but Paige and Jolie should be more than enough for your eyes to feast on tonight.

Paige

Jolie

Paige was released by Filthy Skins about two weeks ago; I featured the special edition skin of this set in my last 52 Weeks of Color post. I really love how youthful and fresh this skin is; I think that it has a very innocent look. Jolie, on the other hand, has a more mature look than Paige but is equally as beautiful. Jolie was released July 11, and since it is a new release, Filthy VIP members (L$199 join fee) can pick this skin up at half price until July 13. This is not unique to this release but is always a special offered to VIP members with new releases. Both skins are available in six skin tones at L$1,800 each; the package includes all makeup choices as well as a cleavage layer and a shape. Free demos are available.

Did you notice my eyes? Filthy Skins also recently released new eyes, titled Douceur, in shades of blue, green, brown and red with fifteen colors total available. Each color is can be purchased for L$99, or you can pick up the fatpack for L$899 which is a huge discount!


Credits
Hair: Khloe in Brown Bittersweet by Raspberry Aristocrat @ Hair Fair 2011
Skin: [1-4] *Paige in Ivory and [5-8] *Jolie in Ivory by Filthy Skins
Lashes: [6-8] Lash Set 3 by Apple May Designs
Eyes: *Douceur in #5 by Filthy Skins

* Denotes item provided by designer for review.

It's On Sale!

After a short break, the It’s On Sale event is back! Items for this sale are placed out for customers for a one week period. Today is the last day of the sale for the items I am featuring today. Nothing like waiting until the last minute, huh? Lol A lack of time and an annoying illness prevented me from posting these sooner, but luckily you do still have a few hours to snag these goodies before they are gone.

If I had a time machine, one of the first eras I would love to visit would be the 1920s. I love the fashion from this time period and the general respect everyone gave to each other. Unfortunately, I don’t own a Delorean with a flux capacitor, but I do have Second Life which allows users to recreate and visit any time period. Cillan’gel’s Fashion Designs has set out an adorable flapper dress for It’s On Sale at only L$64. Cil No 1 features a low cut scoop neck, two flexi attachments and an adorable headpiece. I really love the textures featured on this dress; sparkle and shine always catches my eye!

I love an outfit which mixes casual with dressy. London by DEKA features beautiful knee length shorts, a shirt with attached cuffs and collar and a separate layered vest. The shirt and vest can be worn together or separately which gives variety with this outfit. The colors are absolutely beautiful together; black gives a strong mood while the light blue makes the outfit also soft and approachable. Pair this outfit with heels for a working girl look or flats for a day in the park! At only L$75, this outfit is a definite must.

Last, but certainly not least, ONE Fashion Design has an adorable dress out that will take you back to the late 60s. DQ Retro Stripes includes a flexi skirt, a belt and a sculpted collar. The design is adorable; black and white are always a classy combination and a staple of any wardrobe. Pair this design with a knee high boots to give a very retro look or a pair of heels for a more dressy/casual look; a pair of flats would also go beautifully with this design to give it a completely casual, picnic in the park look. Until midnight SLT, this dress will be available for the It’s On Sale price of L$100.


Credits

Photo 1:
Clothing: *Cil no 1 by Chillan’gel’s Fashion Designs @ It’s On Sale L$64
Shoes: Move Pumps in Onyx by [elikatira]
Hair: Novel in Brown 08 by [elikatira]
Skin: Elf 2 [Dark] Enchant 1 (Sundust) by Curio
Pose: They Like Me by Olive Juice
Background by Shinobinaku

Photo 2:
Clothing: *London by DEKA @ It’s On Sale L$75
Shoes: Move Pumps in Onyx by [elikatira]
Hair: Adora in Brown Cocoa by Raspberry Aristocrat
Skin: Elf 2 [Dark] Blue Bird 2 (Sundust) by Curio
Pose: Simple Stands 3 by Estetica
Background by Smoko Stock

Photo 3:
Clothing: *DQ Retro Strips by ONE Fashion Design @ It’s On Sale L$100
Shoes: Move Pumps in Onyx by [elikatira]
Hair: Shaken Not Stirred in Cocoa by Clawtooth
Skin: *Lilian Light Pink No ES b2 by FACES Studios (NEW)
Tattoos: [Eye Shadow] *Divine Silver Lash and [Lips] *Frosted Lips Red 4 by Amacci
Pose: *Model 427 by EverGlow
Background by Sacral Stock

* Denotes item provided by designer for review.