Tya Fallingbridge of Pixel Mode, not only created the four-sim Shoe Fair build (it is clean, simple and gorgeous, by the way) she also created Fae, the summery wrapped wedge I’m wearing here. I love the PM HUD that is included for matching skin tone and selecting nail colors as it is very easy to use. And there is a notecard included with RGB values for most skin brands, so getting the right tone is a snap! Each pair includes both light and dark wood options on the wedge heel and bead detail.

From the press release:
This May 14 – 27 will mark the 4th annual Shoe Fair in Second Life, where over 50 vendors will be displaying their latest footwear trends with partial proceeds to benefit Soles4Souls (soles4souls.org), a charitable organization that collects shoes and distributes them to people in need all over the world.

Last year, your support and participation led to L$1Million raised for Soles4Souls. This year, organizers hope that your contributions will enable the event to match or exceed the L$1Million mark, allowing people and communities in over 125 countries (including the Pakistan, Haiti, Nepal, Kenya, and Thailand) to gain access to much-needed footwear.

For all of the vendor locations, visit the Shoe Fair blog. Now…Let’s go shopping!

Style Notes [SLURLS]:
Shirt: Mon Tissu Gathered Frills Blouse in Cream
Skirt: Mon Tissu Scattered Birds Skirt in Blue
Shoes: Pixel Mode Fae in Teal (Shoe Fair Exclusive)
Bracelet: Mood Sorella Cuff in Platinum
Rings: Yummy Pink/White Rose Bunch Ring, Zaara Trusha Ring in Silver
Earrings: Balderdash Starlight, Starbright Hoops
Feathers: PDiddle Feather Extensions in Wheat Field
Hair: Truth Jacqueline in Coffee
Skin: Exodi Sylvan Vivante 6
Eyes: Exodi Riven Eyes in Starry Night
Pose: PDA from the Work Collection

                        

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Also, several of the Pose Fair participants have put together a Limited Edition box of poses for both Males and Females. These poses will not be sold again once pose fair ends. Each box is L$500 and 100% of the proceeds will support Motivation. You can find them on XStreetSL. Click here to purchase the Female pack and here to purchase the Male set.
Style Notes:
Sweater: Nylon Outfitters Dots & Stripes
Skirt: LP Designs Romashka (part of outfit)
Tights: Nayar Star Fishnet Leggings
Belt: Nylon Outfitters Gold Sequin Belt
Earrings: Balderdash Starlight, Starbright Hoops
Necklace: Spica Black Pearl Necklace
Shoes: Surf Couture Spring Fling Wedges
Hair with Glasses: Tiny Bird & Reek Soon Enough
Skin: LeLutka IFE
Eyes: Exodi Vetro
Poses: Esterica

                        

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For this look, I chose the Art Teacher hair by Tiny Bird and the long denim shorts from CoCo to turn the W&B dress into a more casual tunic.  The Tiny Dancer necklace and Freshwater Pearl earrings from Sable Rose are two pieces that I wear constantly (I <3 Rosie Barthelmess).  And I am positively enamored by Balderdash’s Rosary (I may not make it to Mass as often as my mother would like, but I still find the Rosary fascinating and collect them in RL).  Saiyge Lotus’ version is beautifully designed and loaded with details.  To round out the look, I added bangles from Zaara and, for a touch of whimsy, the Kitty Ring from Puarangi Designs, which has a texture change script and is just adorable!

Just a couple of final details.  The shoes are Tesla’s latest release, Klaks Clogs in Lemon.  As usual her sculpting and texture work is absolutely flawless.  With each new release, Tesla Miles blows me away with her mastery of the sculpted prim. I chose glasses from primOptic.  Nibb Tardis uses standard prims and feature-packed menus to create realistic and customizable designs.

That’s all for now, happy shopping!

Style Notes:
Dress: Whippet & Buck – Haver Tiered Frock in Winter Gloom
Shorts: Coco – Knee Length Denim in Dark Blue
Socks: Maitreya – Prim Sock in Olive
Shoes: Tesla – Klaks Clogs in Lemon
Hair: Tiny Bird – The Art Teacher II in Brownie
Necklace: Sable Rose – Tiny Dancer in Tri-Color Silver
Earrings: Sable Rose – Naiad Freshwater Pearl Earrings
Rosary: Balderdash – Rosary on the Hand
Bracelets: Zaara – Sadaf Paua Bangles in Silver
Ring: Puarangi Designs – Kitty Ring – Texture Changing
Glasses: PrimOptic – Maren
Skin: Exodi – Lily in Cedar, Fusion Exclusive makeup: Osmosis
Eyes: Exodi – Vetro Eyes in Blue
Poses: Penny Dreadful Arcade

                        

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So, what else is new? Jori Watler of Pretties by JB has released a gorgeous pair of Short Stack boots, available in a wide range of colors. With the slouchy upper and the rounded toe, these are great for wearing with your favorite pair of jeans or a cute tunic for that slightly bohemian look.  Speaking of boho, Jori has also just released some fantastic Boho Chic Mules, so run over there and pick up the entire Piggeh Pack of suede and leather, and the boots…how can you possibly pass them up?!?  The top I’m wearing is part of a new release from Journey called Frills. My friend Java invited me to meet the designer, Journey McLaglin, last week and as I understand it, she has a new release every Wednesday and there’s usually some sort of free gift involved. I’ve already marked my calendar to investigate that further this week.  (By the way, the skirt on this dress is really cute, I promise to blog it properly soon, I was just in the mood for jeans today.)
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So what makes this jewelry showcase different than any other?  Its designed to be interactive.  The jewelry will be displayed by live models positioned in each diorama and visitors are encouraged to join in the Journeyman’s Quest to collect gemstones that will lead them to spectacular qifts, including some limited edition items.  Here’s a bit of information about the quest as it was shared with me:

You are a journeyman jeweler newly learning your trade.  You have traveled to a magical labyrinth where you’ve heard you can perfect your skills with some of the finest jewelers in the land.  You’ve been given a jewelry box to collect gems for your creations, and in the labyrinth, your task is to seek those magical gems.  Collect six of each color to gain a Key of Knowledge that opens magical chests — do they hold the knowledge that you seek?  Open the chests of silver and gold, and your quest for the Master’s exemplary jewelry is complete.

Take this magic carpet to the event site and begin your own quest.  Keep reading for more information and photos of some of the designs that are featured.
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