Friday, December 22, 2023

ARKONA - Infinity

 


ARKONA's new release "INFINITY" is inspired by the abstract painting collection by Orpheus Paxlapis.  The gown is a trumpet shape with a strapless sweetheart neckline.  It also come with opera length sleeves that can be worn separately.  There is a gold filigree band around the waist and wrists.  It come in 10 textures or as a fat pack.


This outfit is great for formal events, romantic evenings out, and holiday celebrations.  This fitted mesh outfit is made for the Maitreya body.


Location:  Luane's World


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Gown - ARKONA - Infinity
Necklace - Virtual Diva Couture - Allure Necklace


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Hair - Truth - Felicity
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the Redz too!

Monday, December 18, 2023

ARKONA - Svetlana


Svetlana is a modern version of an Eastern European traditional folk costume.   

The top has a square neckline with funnel sleeves and a figure flattering banded Basque waist.  The front of the top is embroidered with a traditional geometric pattern. The sleeves are embroidered with a band of oak leaves and acorns at the elbow and a pattern of acorns at the wrist.  The waist is a wide band with a white geometric pattern.  The bottom is an A-line, ankle length skirt with embroidery of oak leaves and acorns running down the front and a trim of acorns around the hem.  Oak leaves symbolize strength and acorns symbolize potential.

This outfit is great for roleplay, autumn walks in the forest, shopping and holiday celebrations.  Svetlana comes in red and blue.  This fitted mesh outfit is made for Maitreya, Belleza(Freya, Isis, Venus), Ocacin, Slink(HG, Phys), Tonic(Curvy, Fine), Voluptuous, and Classic M bodies.


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Tiara - Chop Zuey - The Royal Crysalis Tiara - Red
Dress - ARKONA - Svetlana - Red
Shoes - Blackburns - Gothique Strap & Button Boots - Gothique Button Short Boot Color
Props with Pose - Luane's World - Got To Be A Reason

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Hair - pr!tty - Ellie - Rootless - Version 2
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the Redz too!

Friday, December 8, 2023

Zan's - Angel Topper and Xmas Tree Skirt Costume (2023 SL Christmas Expo)

 


One of Zan's 2023 SL Christmas Expo releases is Angel Topper and Xmas Tree Skirt Costume. This versatile holiday outfit would be great for holiday pictures and parties.  The top has an oval neckline with a ruffle, lantern sleeves, and a basque waist. The top is done in white satin trimmed in gold with a sheer ruffle and lower sleeve both trimmed in gold.  The bottom comes in a variety of eight different lengths and widths; along with one pair of pants.  The bottom comes with a HUD with five different designs. The outfit comes with a simple gold tiara with a star motif.  Angel Topper and Xmas Tree Skirt Costume can be worn by any avatar body type.



Location - 2023 SL Christmas Expo - Germany

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Top - Zan's - Angel Topper and Xmas Tree Skirt Costume - Angel Top
Skirt - Zan'sAngel Topper and Xmas Tree Skirt Costume - Modular Skirt Wide Narrow Extra Long
Tiara - 
Zan'sAngel Topper and Xmas Tree Skirt Costume - Tiara
Necklace - Zhora Design - Snowflake Jewelry Set
Earrings - Zhora DesignSnowflake Jewelry Set
Candle & Pose -  Oomph!  - Behold the Light - 02

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Hair - Amacci - Melody - Dark Brown
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the Redz too!

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Cruiznik - Yuletide High, Lindy - Ceridwen (2023 SL Christmas Expo)


 

One of Cruiznik's 2023 SL Christmas Expo releases is Yuletide High. This whimsical holiday dress would be great for holiday pictures and parties.  The red top is a spaghetti strap bodice with a handkerchief hem peplum.  It has bow accents at the base of the straps and at the base of the back.  The green skirt is tea length with a petal shaped high-low hem.  The dress comes accessorized with a green square bow choker and a torso length gold crescent moon necklace.  Yuletide High is available for Belleza (Freya, Isis, Venus), Ebody (Reborn), Legacy, Maitreya, Slink (Hourglass, Physique), and Tonic (Curvy, Fine).

One of Lindy's 2023 SL Christmas Expo releases is Ceridwen. This delicate, ankle strap, red, leather sandal is perfect for formal and casual events.  With it mid height heel, it is great for walking or hours on your feet. Ceridwen is available for Maitreya, Slink, Legacy, and Belleza GenX mesh feet.


Location - 2023 SL Christmas Expo - Scandinavia

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Dress - Cruiznik - Yuletide High
Shoes - Lindy - Ceridwen
Headpiece - The Annex - Pointsettia Crown - Red


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Hair - Amacci - Melody - Dark Brown
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the Redz too!

Sunday, December 3, 2023

amias - Shai Sweater and Boots, Glint - Cup of Candy Coco (2023 SL Christmas Expo)

 




One of amias' releases for the 2023 SL Christmas Expo is Shai Sweater. This versatile sweater can meet many of your winter needs.  It can be worn as a high-low sweater dress or over your favorite pair of jeans/legging. Shai is a long sleeve, high-low, cable knit, wool. turtle neck. sweater with a knit under shirt.  It comes with a HUD which has 20 color choices for the sweater and 20 color choices for the knit under shirt.  Shai is available for Legacy, Legacy Perky, Maitreya Lara, Maitreya Petite, and Reborn.


Another of amias' releases for the 2023 SL Christmas Expo is Shai Boots. These versatile boots can be worn with dresses, skirts, and over your favorite pair of jeans/legging. Shai is a black leather platform ankle boot with knee high wool socks.  It come with a HUD which has 20 color choices for the socks.  Shai is available for Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn.




One of Glints' releases for the 2023 SL Christmas Expo is Cup of Candy Coco. This is a large whimsical cup of steaming hot coco with a candy cane, candy Christmas tree, and a large dollop of whip cream with a cherry on top.  The cup comes with two sizes: one for male and one for female.  It has a HUD from which you can select 4 cup designs and two handle colors.  It also has adjustments so you can get the perfect fit and size.




Location - 2023 SL Christmas Expo - Greece


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Sweater - amias - Shai Sweater
Jeans - White Angel Creations - Paky Ripped Jeans
Boots - amias - Shai Boots
Mug - Glint - Cup of Candy Coco

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Hair - Analog Dog - Trouble Clef - Brown
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book

Saturday, December 2, 2023

AVAinc - Finlandia 2022 (2023 SL Christmas Expo)

 


One of AVAinc's 2023 SL Christmas Expo releases is Finlandia 2022. This gorgeous gown, done in the national colors of Finland, is perfect for your holiday formal events.  This form fitting trumpet gown has a diamond neckline, cap sleeves, and a scooped back.  It is done in a white Moire satin with curve accentuating blue bands.  Finlandia 2022 is available for Freya, Isis, Venus, Ebody, and Maitreya.


Location - 2023 SL Christmas Expo - Scandinavia

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Gown - AVAinc - Finlandia 2022
Necklace - N@N@ - Audrey
Earrings - N@N@ - Audrey
Ring - Exquisite - My darling Diamond & Platinum Ring

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Hair - Truth - Felicity
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - alme - Mesh Stiletto nails - RAINN

Thursday, November 23, 2023

ARKONA - Charivna Krasa (Blue Event)



ARKONA's newest release is the Charivna Krasa set, which means "Magic Beauty", and it is available at the Blue Event. This ethnic blouse and skirt are part of the National Collection and dedicated to the Eastern Slavic culture and countries.

The white blouse is a scoop neck, midriff with 3/4 length bouffant sleeves. It is adorned with traditional ornamentation from the Ukraine and Belarus. The blouse comes in 12 colors or a fat pack with a 12 color texture HUD.


The skirt is a low waisted pencil skirt with a band of traditional Slavic ornamentation across the bottom. The skirt come in three combinations: black with red ornamentation; grey with red ornamentation; and white with blue ornamentation.

Charivna Krasa fits Maitreya Lara. The fat pack is available at the Blue Event. All single items and the fat pack are available at the ARKONA main store.

Location - Azure Haven: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Millenium/153/135/30

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Blouse - ARKONA - Charivna Krasa - Blue
Skirt - ARKONA - Charivna Krasa - Belorus Skirt - White/Blue
Shoes - Dressed By Lexi - Crown Jewel Heel

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Hair - NO.MATCH - NO_ICE
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Oak
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the Bluez - Maitreya

Sunday, November 19, 2023

ARKONA - Gzhel (Blue Event)


Gzhel is Russian folk painting related to white and blue ceramics, as well as one of the traditional Russian centers for the production of ceramics became known since 14th century. This art style uses floral and natural motives mostly painted on clay, faience, and porcelain, and has many similarities all over the world: China, Japan, Vietnam, Mexico, Holland, Germany, Italy and England.

In the modern world, blue-white style painting is a source of inspiration for many famous haute couture designers like Guo Pei, Roberto Cavalli, Zhang Zhifeng, Naeem Khan, Monique Lhuillier, Valentino, etc.

Arkona was also inspired by this style with its new release Gzhel; available at the Blue Event.  This gown will make you the belle of the ball, a fashion statement on the red carpet, or the center of attention for any formal occasion.  Gzhel is a gorgeous ballgown fit for royalty.  It has a strapless bodice with a sash belt tied in a square bow and a full skirt that pools slightly at the feet.  The Russian folk pattern appears on the bodice and then repeated around the skirt with the hem having the appearance of being air brushed with color.  Gzhel fits Maitreya, Belleza, Classic, eBody and is available in four colors:  Blue, Green, Pink, Purple, Red, and a Fat Pack.



Location: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nakgol/160/208/1007

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Gown - Arkona - Gzhel - Blue
Necklace - N@N@ - Audrey
Earrings - N@N@ - Audrey
Ring - Exquisite - My darling Diamond & Platinum Ring

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Hair - Truth - Felicity
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Makeup - alaskametro - Winter Beauty Book
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the Bluez - Maitreya

Friday, November 17, 2023

ISA Photo Challenge

 


Location:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ironia/111/0/21

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Headdress - PurpleMoon - Ice Queen Crown - Big
Gown - The Crystal Clothing Co. - Felicitas - Silver Ice
Back Piece - Finesmith - Ice Angel Wings
Necklace - Finesmith - Ice Angel Necklace
Bracelets - Finesmith - Ice Angel Bracelet
Sword - ViPs CrEaTiOnS - Gothic Sword 1
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Hair - Analog Dog - Fanta - Mix
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Luana
Skin - Find The Fish - Snow Dance - Frost Blue Body
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea
Eyeshadow - Zibska - Dalaine
Lipstick - Zibska - Franci
Facial Tattoo - Zibska - Riko

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

 



Location:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/RoseGarden/107/71/22

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Mask & Headdress - PurpleMoon - Atargatis Mask - Evil Eye
Dress - FlowerDreams - Annabelle - Red
Shoes - Zhora Design - Niza
Bat Aura - Challis Products - Bat Aura V1
Particle Balls - Lyra Harmony Products - Hold ATP Red 1.1

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Hair - ARGrace - Haruka - Black
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins Halloween 2018 Skin 3
Eyes - Ephemeral Neko - Shadow Cat Mesh Eyes - Red

Sunday, October 29, 2023

ARKONA - Alegria

 


Alegria is a new piece from ARKONA's Mexican Collection.  This outfit is perfect for Dia de los Muertos, Mexican Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo or any festive occasion.  Alegria is a high-low, strappless dress with optional sleeves.  It is decorated in a traditionally Mexican pattern of yellow, orange, and teal on a black background. Alegria can be worn with a skirt, shorts, pants, tights, or hose making this outfit truly flexible for any occasion. This fitted mesh outfit is made for Maitreya, Legacy, and Classic M bodies.

Location:  XTASIS LATINO HALLOWEEN

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Wreath - Coeur de Couture - Romantique 1
Dress - ARKONA - Alegria
Sleeves - ARKONA - Alegria
Candle & Pose -  Oomph!  - Behold the Light - 02
Shoes - Zhora Design - Niza

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Hair - Analog Dog - Fanta - Mix
Make-up - Mangucci - Catrina - Sugar Skull
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea

Sunday, October 8, 2023

ARKONA - Heidisana


Heidisana is a piece of Russian/Baltic art.  This outfit is a modern version of the traditional folk costume of the Russian/Baltic region.   The off-the-shoulders chemise is made of delicate lace with sunflowers and traditional geometric patterns.  Over the chemise is a bodice vest with a geometric pattern running vertically down the middle.  The skirt is a solid colored A-line skirt with an apron.  The apron is decorated with additional geometric patterns and sunflowers.  This outfit is great for roleplay, autumn walks in the fields, shopping and running errands.  This fitted mesh outfit is made for Maitreya, Belliza, and Classic M bodies.


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Top - ARKONA - Heidisana - Yellow
Skirt - ARKONA - Heidisana - Yellow
Prop - The Mustard Seed - Autumn Puppies Playing #1
Scene - Lyrium - Sunflower Field Scene

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Hair - NO.MATCH - NO_TROUBLE
Hair Accessory - NO.MATCH - NO_DANDELION
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea

Saturday, September 30, 2023

An Afternoon at the Ruins

 



Location:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Flotsam%20Beach/212/118/23


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Dress - Virtual Diva - Emica
Shoes - Mesh Agency - KIWI Wedge Heel

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Hair - NO.MATCH - NO_BEACH 
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea

Friday, September 1, 2023

Arkona National Outfit Photo Contest

 


My great grandmother was a goose girl back in the old country.  My mother always loved the Hummel figurine Goose Girl for that reason.  That figurine is the inspiration for this picture "The goose girl has grown up".


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Top - Arkona - Heidimira - Red
Skirt - Arkona - Heidimira - Red
Geese - Sa'ng Fori Design - Gooses White


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Hair - NO.MATCH - NO_BEACH 
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Lipstick - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Clarity - Strawberry Red
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea

Sunday, August 13, 2023

Simply Saddii - Spring Kimono

 


Simply Saddii's Spring Kimono is a piece of art.  This outfit is perfect for traditional Japanese Festivals or Japanese Roleplay.  This kimono is in the “Furisode” style which is the most formal style of kimono and is recognized by its long-hanging sleeves.  Furisode are adorned with traditional, colorful patterns across the entirety of the garment that express hopes for happiness, good luck, and longevity. For this reason, furisode are used to celebrate a person’s milestones in life.  The Spring Kimono is covered in a delicate purple and white floral pattern with magenta ribbons and cords.  This fitted mesh outfit is made for Maitreya bodies.

Taken at YANAGI NO OGAWA: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Cherry%20Falls/218/132/45


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Kimono - Simply Saddii - Spring Kimono
Headdress - Kisetsu -Kanzashi - Botan - Purple Fade
Fan - Xcite! - Hand Fan - Japanese Flowers

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Hair - Kisetsu - Tsubushi shimada
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Kim - Sand

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Arkona 4th Anniversary Photo Contest

 


Taken at:  
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Provence%20Coeur%20Est/241/128/29


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Hat - Chateau d'Esprit - Julie Hat with Feathers - Red
Dress - Arkona - Robe A La Francaise - Pale
Necklace - Lazuri -dulcina La Rue - Necklace Small
Earrings - Lazuri -dulcina La Rue - Earrings-1 Short


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Hair - Digital Eyes - Baroque wig - Black
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Deliah - Apricot
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea

Monday, August 7, 2023

Simply Saddii - Summer Smiles

 


Simply Saddii's Summer Smiles now available for Reborn.  This outfit is perfect for a summer afternoon of fun in the sun or 60's-70's roleplay.  The top is V-neck spaghetti strap top of brightly colored smiley faces and flowers.  The bottoms are a pair of stone washed denim with flower smiley faces. This fitted mesh outfit is made for Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn bodies.



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Top - Simply Saddii - Summer Smiles
Bottoms - Simply Saddii - Summer Smiles
Necklace - Glint - Women's Peace & Mushrooms Hemp Necklace
Bracelet - Twisted Trinkets - Jute & Leather - Summer
Sunglasses - Damen Gorilla - Sunglasses 1


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Hair - Exile -  jill
Body - Maitreya - Lara
Head - LAQ - Gaia
Skin - 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Citrine - Oak
Eyes - Mayfly - Luminous - Mesh Eye Darkling Sea