One of Eshi Otawara’s latest releases, Aria Pompadour is a whirlwind of tulle and silk. Hand-painted layers and meticulously-sculpted prims combine to create five (at least) different looks, including the full gown shown here. Visit Eshi Otawara to see all of the designs…each more fantastic than the last.
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The Armoire: Like Nothing You’ve Seen Before
For the next five days, March 18th through March 22nd, five of Second Life’s most renowned and talented jewelry designers present for you a very special trunk show: The Armoire. Candy Cerveau of Eye Candy, Caliah Lyon of Muse, Violet Voltaire of Violet Voltaire, Kesseret Steeplechase of Kess Kreations, and Saiyge Lotus of Balderdash have [...]
Très Généreux
By now, I’m certain you are all aware of the tragic brush fires that have impacted so many of our Australian friends. Second Life residents from around the globe have come together, as a community, to raise money and awareness to support the relief efforts. Dakota Buck and Autumn Hykova head up one of the [...]
Have you seen Georgiabean, lately?
Georgiabean Lately is the latest endeavor by the multi-talented SL fashion icon, Babyhoney Bailey. Located on Crush Row in Doll City, Georgiabean Lately offers a range of vintage-inspired accessories from the glam Muffums with Head Crown (created in collaboration with *BOOM*) to pearl necklaces and a collection of fabulously over-sized cocktail rings. I’m particularly enamored [...]
Shining In Chrome
Iota Ultsch of Tres Jolie Haute Couture has released her Chrome gown and it is a work of art created in honor of a dear first life friend of the designer. Iota shared with me the touching story of her friend, who is battling breast cancer. The metallic texture of the dress represents the strength [...]
I’m a Fashion Assassin
A few weeks ago, Iota Ultsch sent a very special gift to her Tres Jolie group members with the following message: “Are you a fashion victim or a fashion assassin? Get Dressed to Kill in Tres Jolie!” Now, I will freely admit to being a little out of touch the last few weeks, but to [...]
Moonlight Serenade
In case you couldn’t tell by my last post regarding Chambre du Chocolat, I am quite the fan of Eshi Otawara’s designs. Having had the opportunity to spend some time with her lately, watching her transform a barren sim into a work of art (check back for my upcoming post on the opening of said [...]
Style Flip: Cyber Punk
Sofia Gray mentioned, on her blog, a new store called .:: MekaNoiZe Labs ::. . This futuristic build carries a very limited selection, at present, of well-made clothing.Their design aesthetic is decidedly CyberGoth/CyberPunk, and is a complete departure from my usual style. But, lately, I’ve been itching to mix it up a little bit, and [...]
Black & White Done Right
A few weeks ago, while shopping with Codie, I picked up these great over-the-knee boots. But, I was never really successful at pairing them with anything but a latex catsuit (Dionne from Insolence’s new Misty Line, please). After spending some time with her again this past weekend, I was inspired to put together a look [...]
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I See The Moon & The Moon Sees Me
by Gabby Panacek on 02. Aug, 2009 in commentary, couture, evening wear, fashion, just for fun, new release
I’ve recently become reacquainted with Moonshine. No, I haven’t taken to distilling my own liquor, but I have rediscovered my fondness for Shelly Toonie’s designs. I have an alt (shhh…don’t tell) whose inventory consists predominantly of Moonshine clothing, yet I have only a few pieces on my main account. So, I was delighted when Shelly, [...]