Tuesday, January 28, 2025

[52] Week Challenge - Week 2 - Shadow


Location:  Backdrop City

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Necklace - KUNGLERS - Estelle
Lingerie - Ricielli - Agnes
Robe - Ricielli - Agnes
Shoes - Supernatural - Rania Heels
Pose - !bang - sits 025-029 - sit 025M

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Hair - Truth - Breeze
Body - Maitreya - Lara X
Head - LAQ - Era2 - Elle
Skin - Traditional Face - Mariety - Snow
Eyes - LAQ - Eyes BOM - Susanna
Eyeshadow SlackGirl - LAQ Ear2 HD Shad 04
Lipstick SlackGirl - LAQ Ear2 HD Lips 02
Nails - ~Mani Pedi~ - Bento Box Just the Redz too!

Saturday, January 25, 2025

Slavia - Wonder Wreath

 


Slavia has just released a new series called the Wedding Collection.  It is made up of five sets containing a headpiece and matching earrings; and two wreaths.  One of the wreaths, Wonder, is a gorgeous wreath that is perfect for weddings, formal events, role play, and fantasy.  It is a wreath made up of gemstones that delicately encircles the head with what looks like leaves and a pendant gem that falls between the eyebrows.  It comes with a HUD so it can be customized to match any outfit.  There are three metals and 14 gem choices.  There are three gem sections that can be customized, the leaves, the stem, and the pendant. 


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Wreath - Slavia - Wonder


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Hairbase - Sap - Solace Hairbase/EvoX/Light Red
Hair - Sap - Solari Hair Bun - Light Red
Body - Maitreya - Lara X
Head - LAQ - Era2 - Elle
Skin - Traditional Face - Mariety - Snow

Monday, January 20, 2025

[52] Week Challenge - Week 1 - Red

 



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Earrings - Slavia - Lina
Necklace - Slavia - Lina
Dress - Madame Noir - Beatrix Sequin Dress - Red
Bracelet - Slavia - Serena
Pose - Pink Moon - Yellow Rose 7 (M)

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Hair -  Sintiklia - Emma
Body - Maitreya - Lara X
Head - LAQ - Era2 - Elle
Skin - Traditional Face - Mariety - Snow
Eyes - LAQ - Eyes BOM - Susanna
Nails - ~Mani Pedi~ - Bento Box Just the Redz too!

Friday, January 17, 2025

Miss & Mr Elegance 2025 - Finale - Formal

 


Miss Ireland’s stunning formal look is a tribute to Irish heritage and modern fashion icons. Drawing from the bold, exaggerated shoulders of Paul Costelloe’s designs, her top reflects his fearless use of color. The skirt and part of the top are inspired by Sharon Wauchob’s minimalist approach, incorporating sheer fabrics for a sleek touch. Her shoes, a nod to Una Healy’s signature high-heeled ankle strap sandals, elevate the evening-wear aesthetic. The crowning glory of her look is the hat, a masterpiece inspired by Philip Treacy, renowned for his iconic, bold hats worn by royalty and A-listers. Symbolic elements are woven throughout, with a Tree of Life on the hat, Celtic knots on the belt, and triskelions in the jewelry—each representing Ireland’s rich cultural history. Together, these influences create a look that is both timeless and contemporary, showcasing the perfect blend of tradition and innovation.


Outfit:  

Hat - Vesta - Yoha Hat
Hairbase - Sap - Solace Hairbase/EvoX/Light Red
Lipstick - alaskametro - Sunset lipstick 03 FIT X
Earrings - Lazuri - Shahy Pearls and Opals
Necklace - Lazuri - Shahy Pearls and Opals
Top - Madame Noir - Elisa Sequin Top - Green
Bodysuit - alaskametro - Kristal sequin bodysuit
Bracelets - Lazuri - Shahy Pearls and Opals
Ring1 - Lazuri - Shahy Pearls and Opals
Ring2 - Lazuri - Shahy Pearls and Opals
Belt - The Forge - Boadicea's Belt
Skirt - Rowne - Timoxa Tribal Skirt - Emerald
Shoes - KC - Zaria Heels

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Miss & Mr Elegance 2025 - Finale - God/Godesses

 


Miss Ireland chose The Morrigan, the fierce Irish Mythological Goddess who embodies the spirit of a land forged by conflict and resilience. As the goddess of battle, strife, and fertility, she often appears as a crow or raven, an omen of death and fate. Revered and feared, The Morrigan wields the power to shape warriors' destinies, casting magic to decide who lives and dies.

A shapeshifter, she can be both a beautiful woman offering aid and a hag washing garments in a river, foretelling death. Her presence dominates the Ulster and Mythological Cycles, guiding battles, kings, and warriors. Above all, it is as a raven that she is most powerful, her cries warning of impending chaos. Fiercely protective yet prophetic, The Morrigan shapes life, death, and destiny, inspiring both fear and courage as she weaves the threads of fate in her wake.


Crown - Apika - Belladonna Crown
Hair - Wings - EF0508
Earrings - Hipster Style - Prometheus Female Earrings
Face Tattoo - Fallen Gods - Celtic Warrior +FGInc+Mithril
Nose Tattoo - Apike - Belladonna Nose Lines and Dots - Black
Blush - st.JERMANE - Bussin' Contour - 100%
Lipstick - Moonlust - sable Holo V.1 Lipstick
Collar - The Forge - Feather Collar
Wings - Carrie's - Dark Angel - Wings
Tattoos - Sam Tattoos - Skol Tattoo
Top - Since1975 - Eagle Queen - Top Black
Arm Armour - The Forge - Arcana Armour - Forearms & Upper Arms - Black
Skirt - Since1975 - Eagle Queen - Skirt Black
Sword - EZ - Wrath's Conviction -novo.02 - Bronze
Nails - Since1975 - Eagle Queen - Black Nails
Nails - Mani Pedi - Bento Box - Just the BlackZ too!
Leg Harnesses - Yeliz Mesh - Maven
Shoes - Reign - Olympus Heels

Monday, January 13, 2025

Miss & Mr Elegance 2025 - Finale - National Costume


 Miss Ireland proudly embraces her heritage by wearing traditional Irish clothing, a tribute to the country’s rich culture and history. The durable dress, with its fitted bodice and full skirt, draws inspiration from Celtic tradition, crafted from natural materials: wool, linen, and leather—each chosen for durability in Ireland’s rugged climate. Sheep wool provides warmth, linen from flax offers comfort, and leather is used for accessories like belts and shoes. The earthy greens, browns, and blues of her outfit mirror the lush Irish landscape.

Her look is further enriched by iconic Irish symbols. Intricate Celtic jewelry reflects Ireland’s spiritual legacy, while the Claddagh ring represents love, loyalty, and friendship. The Celtic cross merges ancient Celtic and Christian influences, and the Irish harp and shamrocks are timeless symbols of national pride. Worn for generations, these pieces honor Ireland's identity, blending practicality with beauty and forging a lasting connection to Ireland's past.


Outfit:  

Hair Accessory - PurpleMoon - Patty Gown in White/Green Hair Clovers
Hair - Magika - Heathen
Earrings - Metal & Stone - Celtic Earrings - Gold
Lipstick - SlackGirl - LAQ Era2 HD Lips 01
Outfit - UNA. - Sadie
Necklace - MFP - Celtic Cross Necklace
Ring - Kate Jewelry & Accessories - Celtic Ring
Ring - Kate Jewelry & Accessories - Claddaugh Ring
Flax - MirageDoll - Set 085 - Ears of wheat 1
Harp - Harshlands - Celtic Harp
Belt - !C! - The Sassenach's Belt - Old Leather
Shoes - Junbug - Leather Boots - Worn
Sheep - Jian - Sheep Collection - Companion

Friday, December 6, 2024

ARKONA - "Golden" Khokhloma Outfit / TARA - Gold Khokhloma Handbag / INFINITY - Russ Ancient Winter #1 All At Shop and Hop

 



Khokhloma is an old Russian folk craft that appeared in the 17th century in the village of Khokhloma. The word "Khokhloma" is Finno-Ugric. Khok means "white tree", most likely birch, and loma means "elevation". The dishes are made exclusively of wood, the honey-golden background or patterns cast a soft metallic sheen and in golden-red-black patterns, carry a piece of the sun. Three main colors are used - red, black and gold. The first symbolizes the sun, vital energy and joy, the second personifies strength and depth, and the last - luxury, wealth and the divine. The city has acquired wide world fame as one of the largest centers for artistic wood processing and Khokhloma painting. Since 1993, an icon painting workshop has existed on the basis of the Khokhloma Painting enterprise.

ARKONA's and  the "Golden" Khokhloma is available at the Shop and Hop running December 6th - January 5th.    The "Golden Khokhloma" set consists of: a hat, a headscarf, a coat, a skirt, boots. Color scheme: black and red, recognizable gold floral patterns, a combination of velvet and satin. Only for Maitreya.  The outfit is sold separately from the handbag.

The hat is a black Russian Shapka with a red and gold Russian floral pattern on the top and trimmed with black fur.

The headscarf is a long vintage scarf done in a red and gold Russian floral pattern.  It is draped below the chin and then over the should in each direction.

The coat is a red military style coat with gold buttons and trim.  It has a V-neck with long black lapels decorated in a gold floral pattern; a red and gold Russian floral pattern front panel; and large black cuffs decorated in a gold floral pattern.

The skirt is a black full-length, A-line skirt with a large band across the bottom in a red and gold Russian floral pattern.

The boots are a black mid-calf boot with chunky heels, and decorated with a red and gold Russian floral pattern.

TARA's newest release is the Gold Khokhloma Handbag is available at the Shop and Hop running December 6th - January 5th.  This elegant handbag would be perfect for any formal, semi-formal, or fantasy occasion.  This unique red and black handbag is rectangular with a fold-over closure with a round clasp, a Russian floral design on the flap and sides, and a small strap on top with round gold anchors.  The handbag comes with holding animations for both hands.  There are 3 handbags included: 1 no animation, 1 left hand holdand 1 right hand hold.  The handbag is sold separately from the Outfit.

INFINITY's newest texture release is Russ Ancient Winter 1 BOX is available at the Shop and Hop running December 6th - January 5th.  This is a unique Russian collection of 10 AI generated art textures of Russian Churches in the winter countryside.  These textures are great as photo backgrounds, decoration or framed art, etc.  These textures look perfect with 3x4m (prim size). This size is good to make nice photo with avatar proportions.




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Hat - ARKONA - "Golden" Khokhloma
Headscarf - ARKONA - "Golden" Khokhloma
Jacket - ARKONA - "Golden" Khokhloma
Purse - TARA - Gold Khokhloma Handbag
Skirt - ARKONA - "Golden" Khokhloma
Boots - ARKONA - "Golden" Khokhloma
Backdrop - INFINITY - Russ Ancient Winter 1 BOX
Pose -  BAXE - Handbag

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Hair - Lupoaica - Watson
Body - Maitreya - Lara X
Head - LAQ - Era2 - Elle
Skin - Traditional Face - Mariety - Rose Kiss
Eyes - LAQ - Eyes BOM - Susanna