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Look of the Day: January 22nd
It’s been a long time since I did a look of the day. Usually, my look of the day is whatever outfit I’m wearing for another blog post. However, I’ve decided to start sharing my “running around the grid” looks, because, well, I like them.
I like to wear simple, comfortable looks when I’m hanging out in the skybox, or running around the grid. I don’t accessorize much; I just like to throw together a few › Continue reading
Review: Reel Expression Burlesque poses.
Reel Expression recently released several Burlesque-themed poses sets. I wanted to do these pose sets justice, really showing off their expressive quality (more on that later.) As I was playing with the poses, I decided to try my hand at setting up poses in an intimate, photable-type setting, using poseballs to set the poses where I wanted them. It’s a bit of work to get the poses to work all together, trying to visualize where and how each pose will interact with one another, but it was an interesting experiment — though certainly an area where I could use quite a bit more practice. It’s funny; you wouldn’t think slapping down a few poseballs would be so much work to align.
Moving on to the poses themselves. In this case, I’m considering the two Burlesque standing pose sets and one Burlesque sitting pose set from Reel Expressions. So, how does one evaluate a set of poses? For me, specific criteria: expression, naturalism, fit, mesh distortion, and value.
First, expression: does the pose express a certain mood? Is it sultry, or emo, or standoffish? I demand that my poses have expression. I want them to tell a story. You may have a perfect outfit and setting, but it’s really the pose that will tell the narrative — the narrative that helps to make a picture worth a thousand words.
Burlesque, in my mind, is about the contradiction between › Continue reading
Review: Elsa Boots from Sand Shack Surf Co.
The lovely and talented Emma Gilmour of Sand Shack Surf Co recently asked if I’d be interested in doing an in-depth, proper review of her latest shoes — the Elsa boots. I was a bit hesitant to do a comprehensive review, as the potential for drama isn’t worth it for me. Anyway, as Emma and I chatted, we reminisced about the early days of SL fashion blogging, when a reviewer was supposed to be thorough, and include both strengths and weaknesses of a particular item, and their own experiences with the item — when we expected bloggers to educate us on what we should be looking for when we evaluated things. I decided to rise to the challenge — though in this case, it was easy, as Emma is an experienced, talented designer, and so there’s little need for constructive criticism.
So, these are the Elsa Boots, available from Sand Shack Surf Co. First, let’s look at the features available with these boots, and then we’ll analyze them more closely. There are essentially three › Continue reading
Freckleface: On Shading
Yay freckles! Four more freckled faces to look at. As always, we’re looking at the quality of the freckle — color, darkness, size, scatter pattern across the face, carryover onto the body. Take a good look at these faces, and see how the freckles feel: Do they look natural? Do they suit the skin for a cohesive look? Do they have that special something that makes a freckled face feel like your own?
Freckles are mandatory for me, of course, but they’re not the only factor when looking at a skin. Today’s selection lends itself nicely to a discussion on › Continue reading
Footwear Expo: Flats
Dude, how awesome are the tiny skull and crossbones on these shoes?
It’s funny, I’ve been a heels girl for most of my life, but lately I’ve been favoring flats, in RL. It’s a new experience for me, discovering a range of shoe shapes and styles I’d previously not noticed. As you can see from a few of the flats available at the Footwear Expo, shown below, we’ve plenty of digital options, too.
Pink Hijab Day
Today is Pink Hijab Day around the world. What’s this about, you ask? There are two goals: first, to increase understanding of the hijab, and second, to raise money for a cure for breast cancer. Now, I am not Muslim, but I have a deep respect for the religion and those that follow it, and that respect includes what are often perceived as cultural differences, such as wearing a hijab, or headscarf. Hijab is specifically the headscarf, but also often refers to dressing oneself modestly in general. While I do not usually wear hijab, today I have chosen my wardrobe in support of fellow women who choose to do so. Hijab, for the women wearing it, does not usually mean oppression in the “western” world; most feel empowered and protected. Wearing hijab is not only a symbol of religious submission to God, but also a symbol of feminist empowerment, a celebration of being judged for our minds and not our bodies. › Continue reading
Advocate for a Cure
It’s easy to say you support racing for a cure, or promoting breast cancer awareness generally. What about everyday advocating for breast health?
Recently I was having Sunday lunch with a friend and her fourteen-year-old daughter at a wings place, and of course the football games were on TV. A few of the teams were wearing hot pink jerseys, and we talked about how wonderful it was that those big brawny macho football players were wearing pink to support breast cancer awareness. Then, things got interesting. › Continue reading
IDK
idk is a new store, a collaboration between veteran designers Esme Michigan of Uncle Wiggly and Chav Paderborn of Steamstress. They describe the general aesthetic of their clothing as “kind of scene style like ish.” Now, neither me nor my av is particularly “scene,” but many of the offerings are versatile, and suit a variety of looks.
I love love love the Drape Tops. They’re a bit of a cross between a graphic tee and a dressier blouse. The drapery around the neckline is very flattering, and the wrinkles on the midsection and shoulders lend a comfy feeling to the shirt. The graphics are simple, elegant, and not overdone.
In the top pic, I’m wearing the idk Bubble Skirt. The charcoal and black stripes are deliciously moody, while the shape of the skirt is playful and fun. The combination of those qualities make the skirt delightfully quirky and wearable.
Also worn is Tiny Bird hair. I’ve been really digging on all the hairstyles Tiny Bird has been releasing, and the name coordinates nicely with the graphics on the shirts. There are sleeker, more polished styles at Tiny Bird, but my favorites are the hairstyles that are very RL-wearable: a bit messy, with wavy bits flying out, but totally chic.
Other things I’m wearing: my two favorite tattoos, from Tramp Stamp and Aitui. Skin from Imagen, with great freckles and makeups that coordinate with the outfits. Miriel eyes — get them now; the store is closing soon. Jewelry from VG Republic (currently closed) and Dark Mouse. Dark Mouse has the best everyday costume jewelry, and I wear their stuff all the time. Stockings from Sheer — love ‘em. One of my own skirts, the Dovely Linen Skirt from Vanitas Vesture. Shoes from Detour and GL Designs. The ruching on the Detour London Flats adds just the right amount of detail, and the GL Designs wedges are color-change; gotta love color-change. Finally, poses from one of the masters, Reel Expression.
Outfit 1 Credits:
Hair: Tiny Bird Olivia in Wheat
Skin: Imagen Irene skin, Este tone, Humo makeup (lucky chair)
Eyes: Miriel Standard Eyes in Gilded Plum
Tattoo: Tramp Stamp Rowan
Shirt: idk Drape Top Black Bird
Skirt: idk Bubble Skirt (Horizontal Stripe) Charcoal
Bracelets: VG Republic Color-Change Resin Bangles (store closed)
Stockings: Sheer Stockings 04: Torn Fishnet Black
Shoes: Detour London Flats – Black
Outfit 2 Credits:
Hair: Tiny Bird WillowC in Ginger
Skin: Imagen Irene Skin, Este Tone, Patricia makeup (previous hunt)
Eyes: Miriel Standard Eyes in Champagne
Tattoo: Aitui Tattoo – Fire Fish Sleeves – method – worn
Shirt: idk Drape Top Silver Birdbranch
Skirt: Vanitas Vesture Dovely Linen Skirt – Green
Jewelry: Dark Mouse Charming Set in Sliver
Shoes: GL Designs Hips Wedges
Poses: Reel Expression – from Movement and Vintage sets
photo layout inspired by juicybomb.com
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