Crystal Hunt Part 1

Hiya again :)
The petites are getting their own sim and it's built with a lot of imagination by some of the best builders in SL! To celebrate the opening, which is sort of right now this instant (until 9pm, 29th September SLT), there's a sim crashing party... and there's The Crystal Hunt. And... oh boy... are the prizes (0L) fantastic or are they fantastic?
This does focus on the Petite brand, but with a lot of the stuff (everything but mesh clothing I suppose) would suit any little fellas. Place is, of course, Petites Kingdom and the hunt goes between 29th September to 20th October. All you need to know is easily available at the landing point. 
That's the language of the big fellas. For us little 'uns.... Our kingdom has finally been created, and a marvellous magical place it is as well, where we can be ourselves and share and have fun according to our natures. However... help is needed to gather the last crystals needed to fuel and fire up the gates that opens up the last islands of this our community. Everyone is welcome, big or small, to hunt for them and be richly rewarded for this valuable assistance. 
I leave you to write the story below, mine too stupid... but I'll list the credits for some of the very generous prizes ^^

Body ornaments: Fleurs, Fallen Gods Inc Bow, quiver: Aurora - Elysium, Falcon Weapons Forge. Scripted Spellfire weapon with attached wings (the 'beady' ones in my double set used here) Stead: Pink Brass Horse, Bare Rose. Ridable, pose slightly modded on the spot with Animare.

Left: Outfit, wings included: Rinceaux, Forest Feast. The silver and yellow wings are really alternatives, but I like the look of them together ^^
Middle (kind of Halloween themed): Dress: Carefree Dress, Blaze Choker: Petite Belt Choker, Yabusaka. There's a male version as well. Wings: Raven, Vengeful Threads Pumkin: Pumkin Huggie, A.D.D. Andel
Right: Outfit: Kimonodress, N*Botan. Includes a long version as well.
Other props: Stove, Gourds: PARTS of the Rinky Dink Woodland Stove Set, Roawenwood

Only one thing that hasn't been shown above: Birdbath Shower, Geniwian
OK, so I don't know what stories you created, but me think that whatever they are... can you blame me? I think you agree with me, however, that this hunt is not one to miss if you're into petites... and a good reason to get one if you aren't yet.
So, to sum things up: The Crystal Hunt, 29/9 - 20/10, Petites Kingdom... you simply can't miss!
We'll probably meet there. Take care and have fun!

Sinister!

Hello you lovely Fashionistas! It's Pyrrhic, here to bring you another quicky blog to showcase a glamorously sinister new look for the haunting season! I hope you enjoy! Muaaah!!

I love the dainty beauty mark on her fair & milky skin, the shaved head and long luxurious hair in a vibrant ghoulish green, the blood red vampire-esque eyes that just lure you in, and the sweet yet bewitching little cats dangling from her ears! It just screams, "Halloween Queen!"

This dress is so hauntingly ethereal! I love the corseted top and long & slender sweeping skirt topped with layers of feminine ruffles. The spiderwebs give it a festive feeling, that's simply perfect for the Halloween season (or ALL season depending how Goth you are hehehe...) and the skeleton hands grip your waist in just the right spot, bringing a light whimsy to an otherwise darkly beautiful gown.

FEATURING: 
Hair: Tameless - Tiana
Skin: Step Inside Skins - Zoe (group gift)
Eyes: Ikon - Utopia Red
Dress: ArisAris - Lady Sinister
Earrings: N@n@ Bag Catz (gift)
Nails: Formanails - Long Design Clocks
Lashes: CCD

Ronja A-Z: G is for Golden Snake

It's been many weeks since the last part of my classic Ronja series thanks to a longer FL trip. This is really a project that's become a labour of love and I intend to see it through to the end. This famous person Everyone knows about Ronja Pera of RDesignS. Ronja has her place in the SL hall of fame for all those fantastic outfits that now lingers in the freebie palaces. More of an introduction and the first instalment is here => X.

With the letter G, we're approaching half way, believe it or not. It'a quick and easy one as well, only one outfit without the usual multitude of alternatives.... So, without any further delay.... Ladies and gentlemen, G stands for Golden Snake.
The name, Golden Snake, refers to the repeated metal ornament texture Ronja used for the composition. It's a common method of hers and I find it real nifty. It's the design element, I think, that gives her design 'that look'. The boots, of course, have bling *nod nods*
If you want a copy, this outfit is available for free on the fourth floor in Freebie Galaxy.
A couple of other things:
Make up: Dark Kiss LipSmacker over Raven's Golden Dawn Ore Mizu Makeover, Mock Cosmetics. Not a very good view, but you must agree the names are great ^^ Both most likely two of her generous group gifts.
Pose: One of my own, presently for sale at The Retreat. Shameless self promotion maybe, but it does help towards my plentiful uploads. Thank you all!
Well, that's it... until next time, take care and have fun!

Moon Festival Cart Sale and Hunt

We are now accepting applications for The Moon Festival

*Cart sale and hunt will  run from Sept 30 - Oct 14th

* 21 Retail spots available

* $250 Cart rental with up to 5 prims for display and/ or Vendors

*  We ask for at least one exclusive item that is $99L or less preferably Asian themed

* Participation in the Mooncake hunt that will run concurrent with the cart sale is greatly encouraged but not required

If you are interested in being a part of this awesome one of a kind event 
please submit a note card titled Moon Festival CS- with your name to Margaux Dufaux. On the note card please sure to include the name of your shop, a short description and a landmark. Contact Margaux Dufaux to reserve your spot today!!

Please see below for more info.

Every year on the fifteenth day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, when the moon is at its maximum brightness for the entire year, the Chinese celebrate "zhong qiu jie." Children are told the story of the moon fairy living in a crystal palace, who comes out to dance on the moon's shadowed surface. The legend surrounding the "lady living in the moon" dates back to ancient times.

Virtual Asia will join the fun of this traditional Asian celebration this year with many entertaining and interesting events hosted here in the city .

The fun will start Sept 30th with The Moon Festival cart sale that will run until Oct 14th. This cart sale will feature exclusive designer items for $99L and less as well as other great goodies from over 20 of SL's most talented designers.

The Chinese celebrate The Moon Festival with special mooncakes, that  are regarded as an indispensable delicacy. Mooncakes are offered between friends or at  family gatherings while celebrating the festival. For the duration of the cart sale there will be a Virtual Asia Mooncake hunt. Guest will be guided around the city hunting for these special treats stuffed with special gifts  from participating designers all over the city.

Sept  30th  is also the day the Chinese will celebrate the official zhong qiu jie festival . We will have many great events here in the city including live music, fan dancing, contest and fireworks!!

We look forward to celebrating The Moon Festival this year with our Virtual Asia friends and family.

Vampy

I'm somewhat of a vampire fanatic in RL. I don't really carry that into SL with me, but I do so love the vampy fashions in-world. That's why I was so pleased to see this gorgeous mesh dress from Mind Games Fashion, in the Casket Sharp Hunt! The asymmetrical layered ruffles just scream casket-couture and the textural detailing of the fabric is simply gorgeous! It also comes with sexy fishnets stockings for the naughty night-goddess in you... and a sassy top hat (not shown).

I've blogged parts of this collection before, but it bears repeating... The Transitions Thigh High mesh boots, from Dirty Little Secret, pair perfectly with this dress, allowing just enough of the stockings to peek through. They have a rich suede "feel" to them and come in several sizes to fit a variety of avatar sizes. And since they're mesh they move with you beautifully! No more clunky shoe parts, hooray! Oh, and the Transition Eyes in Stone Rose shimmer like the twilight sky.... hehe.  Seriously though, check out how they sparkle! If only eyes were this lovely in RL... Sigh.

The Lilou skin is compliments of APS. I love, love, love this skin! Not only is it soft, dewy, and exquisitely detailed, it has almost a zillion different options for the eyebrows for a uniquely customizable look. From the plush & pouty lips, to the boldly arched brows, this skin is a definite keeper and ties into my vampy look without looking washed out or pallid. I thought the Cate hair from Sugarsmack was the perfect compliment to "top" this look. It's wispy and uber- feminie. Also, the bow is texture changing to fit a variety of different styles. Well, the moon is out... and so am I! Happy vamping!

Nails: Formanail

Lashes: CCD

(Shape is my personal creation)

Oh So Haute!

Just a quick bloggy to show off a stunning new outfit!

Fierce, Bold, Fashion Forward...

Hot, hot... haute!!!!

Love this look? Check out the shops below!  

Clothes & Shoes: Fdo.0m - Lidia Outfit
Skin: Dulce Secrets - Karyan.Sangria.Cavern
Earrings: Eluzion - Luanna Earrings
Nails: Moondance - Extra Long Alley Black Cat
Hair: Tameless Hair - Isabelle
Eyes: Fashism (now Ikon)
Shape is my own

Savage & Free

I wandered upon the neatest RP sim the other day. At Jasper Cove you can be anything, do anything, create your own story... all with very little rules. The sim is absolutely breaktaking too! I love to dress up my dear Pyrrhic, and this was a fantabulous opportunity to try a savage new look. However, I didn't want to spend an arm and a leg so I searched in world and on the SL Marketplace for some great freebies and fantastic deals... and I scored!

Since I was feeling a bit lazy, I started my shopping journey in the SLMP. This entire look cost 8L. And that was just for the Glamorize: Delirious makeup mask, which, by the way, comes with 8 colors! Back in world I found her gorgous, dewy skin, in the Phoebe cocoa tone. It's the latest gift from Mojo. (It has a lovely lavender makeup... not shown hehe). They have some of the absolute best skins in SL and when you join the group you get a new free skin each season.

Pyrrhics sexy pantheresque outfit was a freebie I scored back at the SLMP. Claw Thief by Viking is incredibly sexy! And every detail, from the leather & fur to the beautiful collar, screams "I am woman, hear me Raaawr!" Since it's fast approaching autumn, I figure she needed a cloak to keep warm with. Ya know, just in case. The Old Forge creates some amazingly beautiful and realistic fanatasy clothing. So I couldn't believe it when I saw the Traveling Cloak for free! They also have a male version of the cloak for free).

With her outfit almost complete, I ventured back in world for the rest of my shopping. Her bad-ass suede boots are a group gift from Coco. They have an entire wall lined with past and present group gifts. These particular boots come in a mesh and prim option. Her firey red hair, Karena shown in Nectar, is also group gift. Exile has an entire wall of gift hair for women and even a few for the men-folk. I love the wild, wind-swept look of this style! Even her talon-like, blood red nails, in the "Stiletto" style, were an awesome lucky chair win from Formanails.

With her look complete, she is now ready to embark on her journey in Jasper Cove. At least I know that wherever her journey takes her, she's gonna look really darn good!

Eyes: Ikon - Free to join group and there are always free gifts! Eyes featured are a past group gift.
Poses: Ciss Poses and Del May (past group & hunt gifts)
(Shape is my own creation)

Seeing Red

Red. It's my favorite color. And why wouldn't it be? It's both powerful & feminine. It evokes feelings of passion. It's regal. It's the color of love & lust. It's just so damn... glamorous! And it seems that every fabulous designer in SL came out with a bunch of gorgeous red treats for us, all at once! Check it out...

The skin & shape: she kinda looks like Kate Hudson to me.

Except that even Ms. Hudson doesn't look this good in RL!



Eyes: Dirty Little Secret - Transition mesh eyes in Persimon
Hair: Miss C - Kate Beach blond (subscribo gift)
Hair Base: Truth - Swedish
Dress: Gliteratti by Sapphire - Ivy
Shape: ANNA Shapes - Brook
Skin: APS Skin - Solange
Heels: Dirty Little Secret - FFFH Hunt Prize, mesh heel
Earrings: Eluzion - Xoana

Cat likes to scratch

 

I haven't been online for a week or so, but I tiptoed in today to see what was going on and put this little look together.

Style Credits :

Shoes : Gos ¦ Gospel Voom
Hair :  [ e l i k a t i r a ] ¦ Elikapeka Tiramisu
Hat : LaViere ¦ Azure Electricteeth
Jeans : Mes Sucreries ¦ maelynda
Top and Coat : GizzA ¦ Giz Seorn
Pose : BENT. ¦ Catherine Fairport

Day at the Beach

Summer is coming to a close... so I had to hit the beach one last time! So Margaux took me to an awesome beach called Aliance Surf where we surfed and lounged the day away. No need to even rez your own boards... they have them there! The crashing waves and sparkling sea were so peaceful and serene. Not to mention there are so many little tiki huts and campfires to lounge around, it made for a perfect day at the beach!

But let's be honest here... I really just wanted an excuse to wear this hot little two piece from Delish (2 piece - 02) one more time before I'm forced into covering up my sexy avi in turtle necks and sweaters! And boy oh boy does this sweet number deliver, and for only 1L you can't beat it! The details are so realistic, you can almost feel the wet lycra clinging to your skin... and the teeny booty shorts show just enough to be sultry, but cover enough so you don't look like a.... well, you know.

Pyrrhic's wild & sexy mass of curls are perfect for this look and come compliments of Tameless Hair. The Delilah hair is so natural & bohemian... and did I mention extremely sexy?? It flows beautifully with every single movement and looks so soft that you want to reach out and touch it! Of course no look is complete without perfectly manicured hands, and the medium square Sonata nails by Moondance with their clean white base and sparkly pink diamonds look like they were custom made for this bikini! Ahhh... *sigh* What a great way to end the summer!

Skin: Exodi (no longer in business)
Shape: (My own creation)
Eyes: Fashism (Now Ikon)
Lashes: CCD RealLash

Precious

Precious II is the name of this sexy dress from Sassy! that is now available at The Retreat for just $50L. Any of us that enjoy the company of pets know how very precious they can be. Recently Gospel Voom the designer behind GOS shoes suffered a tragedy when his beloved cat Archie was hit by a car. Fortunately he did survive and is now be treated for his massive injuries. As we all know this kind of care is not cheap. So to aid in the cost of his treatment there is currently an event going on at The Truth District sim to benefit him called Archie Appeal.

Many talented and generous designers have come together to offer some special items with proceeds going to help ensure that Archie receives that care he needs to recover. Right now until Sept 2nd you can shop for a great cause. Also GOS currently offering 50% off at The Truth District location, including my beloved Pimp You Pumps line. You can see these shoes featured on many of my post (read my review on MP) ,they are a real staple in my wardrobe, and worth every linden full price. Be sure to try a demo to fully appreciate all the great things these shoes have to offer. Right now get these lovely gems half price and help a great cause at the same time. Also available at this event this wonderful Be.Hind pose set by Bent also featured in my last post. Please support this worth while cause and show how real people care about real people in second life.

All pictures for this post were taken at the Margarita Lounge located in the lovely city of Virtual Asia. The Taste of Virtual Asia Hunt has been extended a couple more days since there was a delay with one of the gifts. Check here for info and clues. Have a good time exploring a unique living virtual city and pick up delicious designer goodies while you are at it.

See you around the grid
Mxx

Hair: Tameless
Skin: Elegant Epiphany

Tokyo Street Fashion

It has been a while since I have been able to post, but I finally got a chance to take a breath so lets get right to it. This lovely Mistress X dress by 1Hundred, has some classic elements like the bustled skirt ( also comes with plain skirt, not shown) along side more Gothic inspired features such as the black netting. Right now you can pick this jewel up at The Retreat for a cool $50L. Don't forget The Retreat is having a flickr styling contest and you can win up to $500L, with cash prizes for the top 3. Read more about it here.

Adding a little showgirl sparkle to this look these stroke of luster lashes and Akimasa daiyamondo deco jewels, both by Lucky #7. Filthy's group gift skins for Aug has just a peek of the teeth and is the perfect foundation. There is a cost for this group but worth it as you get great new skins every month (with skin tone options for MEN and women). Topping off this fun look QPT129 hair by Boon. 

The wonderfully creative poses used in this post are from the Be.hind collection by Bent. There are 10 poses in the set, they were fantastic for showing off the bustle on this dress, be sure you check these out to see the full range. All the pics in this post were taken in Virtual Asia. Aug 25th at 12 noon there will be Tokyo Street Fashion show and grand opening complete with a Taste of Virtual Asia Hunt with take out goodies for you to pick up while exploring all the things this exciting city offers.

The hunt will end Aug 28th, so if you cannot make it to the show be sure to come by check out the city and pick up some amazing  gifts from the generous designers of Virtual Asia. See Virtual Asia's blog for more details.

See you there
Mxx
Shoes: Bax
Jewerly: Addiction

Transitioning

Summertime will be gone fairly soon and we'll start transitioning into fall... a lovely time of year filled with soft muted colors and snuggly fabrics. And of course along with a season change comes a wardrobe change! I stumbled across this gorgeous clothing collection aptly named "Transitions," at dirty.little.secret. This collection has every beautiful thing you need, from glasses to lingerie, to sweaters, pants, skirts, shoes, and everything in between. The wonderful thing about the Transitions Collection is that everything coordinates perfectly! Oh, and did I mention how the clothes look simply amazing on the lithe & sexy Ninah Shape by ANNA Shapes? With her curvy hips, pouty lips, teeny waist, and legs for miles she is simply a stunner!!

My sweet little Pyrrhic looks so alluring in the Deep V-Neck Top & Suspender Socks in Seafoam, the Strapless Bra & matching Hipster Panties in Paisley, and the sleek mesh Transitions High Heels in Navy. The cute Crystal glasses in Fern perched neatly on her nose complete her scantily clad look.

Pyrrhic loves to change up her look often, so the Merlyn.Bitter.Heaven skin by Dulce Secrets was a no brainer. She still has a kiss of tan skin to carry her through the chilly months and the makeup is delicate & whispery. Of course we can't change our wardrobe without a new hairdo as well! And the Aella mesh hair in Jet Black by Decoy fits beautifully with this laid back look.... choppy, wispsy layers frame her pretty face and gracefully cascade down her shoulders. The dainty Tangled necklace in River by FuLo, in shades of translucent sparkling blues & greens, are a bewitching complement to this ensemble!

And finally, no look is complete without a new manicure. The Medium Garnet Teardrop nails by Moondance Boutique pair up beautifully with it all, from the deep slate color of the nails to the shimmering garnets frosting the tips, creating a look that is perfect for transitioning into Fall!

Lashes: CCD Real Prim Lashes

Eyes: Fashism (now Ikon)

Hand Pose: Fayse

Pose Set: Glitterati

Shorts: dirty.little.secret Transition Mesh Shorts in Navy

The Retreat Flickr Styling Contest!!

The Retreat is excited to announce we are having our first Flickr styling contest!! Take a picture using at least one item from The Retreat, and post it to The Retreat Flickr Pool for a chance to win up to $500L cold hard cash !! Cash prizes awarded for the top 3 pictures.

* Contest is open from now until 28th August.

* Pictures must feature at least one item from The Retreat

* To enter the contest simply post your pics to The Retreat Flickr Pool . Be sure you tag your pictures with The Retreat and include style info ( on The Retreat item used) in the description of the picture.

*No need for special photo shop skills, just use your creativity and give us your best shot!!

* Cash prizes for the top 3 photos
-1st place $500L
-2nd place $300L
-3rd place $200L

All winning pictures will also be featured on The RetreatSL , MD StyleWatch, with the 1st place picture being featured at  The Retreat .

 Pictures will be judged on creativity and originality. The winner will be determined by votes from The Retreat designers.

Summer Fairy Tales

Hi there! Pyrrhic here, and have I got a story for you! Once upon a time, there was a beautiful princess. She wandered through many a hot & steamy sim looking for her prince charming, but to no avail. However, on her quest she found something even better. Our princess found a lovely new frock! Cinderella's New Clothes is a beautifully detailed mesh skirt and corset set, shown here in sand. Check out the rich detailing on the corset.... You can pick up this little gem at dirty.little.secret.

Our poor princess was feeling a tad bit blue about the lack of princes in the land when she found something that perked her up quite nicely! There's nothing like a brand new shape, (without the work of a gym, of course), to get you feeling good about yourself. And Anna Shapes curvy little Elisa fit the bill! Busty, curvy, slightly petite, with a beautiful face... Oh yes, she was feeling much, much better!

Still our princess wandered in world, searching and searching for a prince, when she stumbled upon the 2012 Hair Fair Flower sim and the ISON booth! The gorgeous Viviana, a blond mesh hair tipped in a soft princess pink, was just waiting for her in the form of a free gift! Although the Hair Fair is no longer going on, you can still find this style at ISON. Every princess needs perfectly coiffed hair if she wants to snag a prince. But my oh my... where are those princes??

And then she got lucky! Not with a prince, oh no... She got lucky on the lucky chairs at Formanails and scored a free mani in Blume. So happy was she... But something was yet missing! And then she stumbled upon a sweet skin from APS Skins, Estell. Perfectly pouted lips and delicately arched brows with a dewy finish... She was starting to feel a lot better about... huh, what prince?

She had almost given up seeking out prince charming... But who was going to put a glass slipper on her feet?? And then she saw them. Cygnette Shoes in bisque by Scadenfreude at Collabor88! There's no need for glass slippers when you have these precious pumps! Classy & sassy, the beautiful satin bows keep these elegant slippers securely on her feet. Who needs a prince anyway!

Picture taken at Two Moons Garden

Ikon Horizon Eyes v2 - Pale Glass (group gift)

Poses by Fluke and Frozen Panty