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LOTD: Time To Pack

Gabby Panacek — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:53:56 +0000

Anyone who wanders into my skybox during the next month or so will find me sorting and packing away hair to make room for Hair Fair 2010.

Style Notes:
Shirt: Phoenix Rising Intake Shirt with Plum Belt
Pants: LeLutka Nora Jeans in Denim
Earrings: SiSSi Squarish
Necklace: SiSSi Where Are My Glasses
Shoes: Maitreya Frenzy in Retro

Skin: Exodi Isolde Group Gift
Hair: Truth Tia in Champagne

Skybox: Spry Get Lost/Get Found
Paintings: Ling Serenity – Poppy 2 and Louisa
Rugs: Nordari Peachy and Me Was Used
Suitcase and Easel: What Next
Pose: !Bang

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Kissyface – MUA2.0

Gabby Panacek — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 02:35:18 +0000

Babyhoney Bailey has, in just the last few days, released her new skin line at Djinn & Tonic, MUA2.0. There are five skin tones and twenty makeup choices available.

Babyhoney’s makeup choices range from fresh and subtle to bold and daring, however, they all (with only one exception, really) feature really strong eyes. I love that!

Here are two of the twenty makeup options, Babette and Sofia, shown in the Beach skin tone. And, for fun, there are three versions of the Ouch skin, the one on the right is Ouch II.

Go pick out your favorites!

Also Wearing:
Hair – Fri.Day
Lingerie – Phoenix Rising *new release*

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Alone In My Room

Gabby Panacek — Sat, 08 May 2010 23:04:31 +0000

Lounging around in the new Push Femme menswear-inspired blouse and tie from -Phoenix Rising-, and the new lingerie and shoes from Maitreya. I’m also wearing LeLutka’s new LOLA skin, which will be released on Wednesday!

Style Notes:
*Shirt & Tie – -Phoenix Rising- Push (Plum)
Bra – Maitreya Bra Top – Vintage
Panties – Maitreya High-Waist Pants – Vintage
Shoes: Maitreya Maitreya Gold-Allure-Tights Eggplant with Violet Socks
*Hair: >TRUTH< Valerie – champagne
*Skin & Lashes – [LeLutka]-LOLA_skissed-makeup4
Bed & Pose – m.fox -goodnight, goodnight bed (no longer available)

*Review Items and/or gifts

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Post tags: Exodi, Fashion Feed of SL, LeLutka, m.fox, Maitreya, MV-SL-Fashion, Phoenix Rising, Shopaholic Feed, Truth

Lazy Days & Mondays

Gabby Panacek — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:00:28 +0000

I`m feeling a little lazy on this Monday morning, so I put together an equally casual look using some of the new separates from Phoenix Rising.

I accessorized Phoenix Rising`s Ilan Cardigan in Blue and Sopie Cuffed Jeans in Light Wash with another of SiSSi`s AF2010 releases, the Where Are My Glasses necklace (be sure to check out all of the color change options!), and Truth`s latest side pony, Emerald in Champagne. The demi trainers from ETD are some of the oldest shoes left in my inventory and I wear them quite a bit.

Oh! And the skin is Stephanie, the latest release from Ryker Beck of Exodi. Ryker`s skins always fit me perfectly, and Stephanie is no exception. I`ll show you more of her soon. For now, though, get to shopping!

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Post tags: ETD, Exodi, Fashion Feed of SL, Glitterati, MV-SL-Fashion, Phoenix Rising, SiSSi, Truth

AF2010 | SiSSi & SIGMA Jewels

Gabby Panacek — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:16:20 +0000

More goodies from Accessory Fair 2010!

The Admira Necklace and Earrings by Sofi Trenkins of SIGMA Jewels is an exclusive AF2010 release. I love the way the gentle, leaf-like shape of the pendants lay against the neck. In addition to the Sea shade shown here, the set is available in four additional colors: Brown, Charcoal, Red and Purple, and in gold and silver options. Visit SIGMA Jewels at Booth 25.

Lucky Dice is one of the new necklaces by Sissi String of SiSSi available at the Fair. The necklace comes in both a male and female version and features layers of black beads with dangling dice and the Chinese symbol for Luck. I love the multiple strands and the prim-work of the dice. Be sure to stop in SiSSi’s booth, it’s Number 30.

For the clothing, I’ve chosen pieces from Phoenix Rising by Ashoka Eales. The black and white dress is Stacie’s Strength and comes with both a skirt and pants version, there is also a jacket and prim belt option included. In the second photo, I chose two of Ashoka’s latest releases, the Bree Jacket in Plum and the Medium Wash Boyfriend Jeans. And, to finish it off, I layered the jacket over the most-worn item in my inventory, MichaMi‘s GlamTank in White. My hair is by Truth and fri.day, respectively.

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Day 9: I Feel Pretty

Gabby Panacek — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 04:14:44 +0000

Sometimes, all a girl needs to feel pretty is a cute dress and some pearls. Last night, I happened to receive both. Rosie Barthelmess of Sable Rose has been making jewelry for a little while now and yesterday released the first set in her new Simplicity line. This line will feature timeless, classic pieces, beautifully crafted, to add a sophisticated polish to your look. The Pearl Jewelry set includes necklaces in two lengths, earrings and a bracelet. I love the texture of these pearls and they way they lay on the chest and drape just a bit on the back of the neck.

The dress is called Stacie’s Strength and is from Phoenix Rising. I say dress, but the set also comes with these adorable cropped pants and jacket. The bow at the waist adds a sweetness while the open neckline provides a little edge. The textures are beautiful and the prims were very easy to edit to my shape. I really love the selection at Phoenix Rising, there is a little of everything from casual to formal, separates to full outfits and the prices are very reasonable.

Style Notes:
Clothing: Phoenix Rising – Stacie’s Strength in Black
Necklace and Bracelet: Sable Rose Essentials Natural Pearls
Ring: Paper Couture – Water Over Wine Ring
Shoes: Maitreya Gold – Shanti in Black
Skin: Lily by Exodi in Cygne Noir
Hair: Grace by Truth in Champagne
Eyes: Vetro by Exodi in Blue
Lashes: Beauty by Calla
Poses: Glitterati

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Post tags: 365 Day Project, Exodi, Fashion Feed of SL, Glitterati, Maitreya Gold, MV-SL-Fashion, Phoenix Rising, Sable Rose, Truth

I’m Like A Bird

Gabby Panacek — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:37:06 +0000

Lile’s Impression is the soon-to-be-released gown from Phoenix Rising. Designed by Ashoka Eales, the simple black gown, which can be worn with or without the trailing skirt, is adorned with intricate and delicate peacock feathers. I’ve always been fascinated by peacocks, so I don’t think I can possibly tell you how excited I was to try on this dress when Sophia Harlow, the marketing manager for Phoenix Rising, passed it to me.

The gown itself is so gorgeous, I chose to accent with only a few simple accessories: earrings from Puarangi Designs and a bracelet from Armidi. I completed the look by selecting an elegant updo from Truth. For the skin, I wanted smokey eyes so I chose Poker Face from Exodi’s new Sienna line.

Designed for the Phoenix Rising “Model Of The Month” winner, Lile’s Impression will be released very soon. In the meantime, visit the store to find a whole range of closet essentials.

Listening to: Nelly Furtado

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Post tags: Armidi, Exodi, Fashion Feed of SL, MV-SL-Fashion, Phoenix Rising, Puarangi, Truth