500Ls or Less A Fair Maiden

Just another day of role-play! I'm sure you've noticed a pattern now huh? But I figured since I haven't done a 500Ls or Less post in a while, why not make one today? It's always hard to find role-play items that have high quality textures and could be considered 'realistic'. Luckily Les Encantade released a new set of gowns at the We Love Roleplay SIM called AraBella. AraBella is simply beautiful with the floral pattern of aqua ivy-vines and a touch of beige leaves. The corset is made of a dark brown cloth that gives enough support yet comfortable to wear. But how much is this gown? Let's see, if we take off 25%, it will cost you 150Ls. That's right, you heard right! $150Ls for this gown and it's available in 4 other patterns! If blue floral isn't your taste come look at the  other colors that are available.

Wanting to keep the theme of a fair maiden, I headed over to Emo-tions and picked up there new release Giselle. The golden locks flow down into perfect curls that drape to the front of AraBella & the back. When I selected this hair style I knew right away it was perfect! Oh! and the price for the hair? 250Ls

In total a fair maiden styling will cost you the grand total of 400Ls!

In today's blog post the picture was taken by the wonderful Sydney Bonde. This amazing photographer is one of the owners of IMPACT PhotoWorx. She is a diamond in the rough! Her prices are affordable and she always goes the extra mile to try to get your pictures done in the time frame you wish. Sydney has been taking pictures for over 7 years in SL and her skill is one of a kind. If you like the pictures in this post visit her flickr. Interested in hiring her? Contact her in world under Sydney Bonde. You won't be sorry you did!

EMO-tions - Giselle

Les Encantades - AraBella: Aqua

Downton Abbey

As you might have guessed, I'm a very big fan of historical shows. I've done a number of posts discussing certain movies or shows I'm watching that suddenly inspires me to style. It has happened again today! The show? Downton Abbey

Wanting to bring in the 1920 feel to my styling, I recalled the designer Cerridwen Lynagh releasing Arwen's Mithril not too long ago. But who is Cerridwen Lynagh? Have you heard of this designer before? If not, she's the owner and created of Cerri's Booty. Cerri's Booty is a store I happened to find on one of my adventures in SL. Cerridwen's does amazing glitter attires and whenever I wear one I'm asked, 'where did you get that from?,' it never fails! So why not use it for this styling and show my fellow readers? Why not indeed!

Arwen's Mithril has a number of colors you can choose from. In my styling I favored the blue topaz under dress with the platinum glitter cover. Arwen's Mithril comes with an under dress, dress cover, and a classy pair of strappyheels. Price? Try 399Ls Once again another amazing designer who gives you beautiful things for an affordable price. But what about accessories for this styling?

Luckily I've recently found a new designer that sells stunning accessories at unbelievable prices. If you recall, in another posting, I did promise I would let my reads know where.... and here it is! The store is called Modern Couture. Have you heard of it? If not it's a MUST shop at. Designer and owner, Donatela Couturier, has a vision of jewelry I've never seen before. It's unique and stands apart from other designers I know. Additionally, it's affordable for anyone! Knowing this designers skills I headed over there to pick up Queen Andy's tiara & bracelets. The tiara cost me $150Ls, while the bracelets, that comes in a set of two with earrings, is again 150Ls. Surprised? I was when I came here for my first time!

But what about those long pearl necklaces worn in the 1920s? Where do I get one? Ah Ha! EMO-tion has recently released a necklace set called Abigail. Abigail comes in a set of 6 pieces and each pieces is just as pretty as the next. Honestly, I'll be doing a few posts with this necklace since there are a number of necklaces attached. So be ready to see the name Abigail again, however in this styling I used the long white pearl necklace. How much does Abigail cost? Try 399Ls and personally it's another great buy! With so many necklaces to choose from, you can always mix and match like I did. Stay tuned for more of this necklace set.

Oh! How could I forget! We needed a 1920's hair style. Where to go....where to go.... I know! Lelutka! Josphine from Lelutka is a perfect fit for this 1920s styling with Downton Abbey in mind. What do you think?

And there you have it my delightful readers a styling inspired by Downton Abbey. If you need any help recreating this look please contact me in world and I'll be happy to help! Happy shopping and stay amazingly you.

EMO-tions - Abigail

LeLutka - Josphine: IrishRed

Modern Couture - Queen Andy Diamond Tiara & Bracelets

Cerris Booty - Arwen's Mithril: Blue Topaz & Platinum

Thank You Berry Much!

Prism Designs has created the adorable Jenna in winter berry. I adore it so much, I just had to say thank you berry much to Prism Design. Corny I know, but I'm allowed to be! Jenna comes with shirt, belt, jeans, and studded boots. Jenna also comes in 6 different colors with different shirt prints and is Lola appliers friendly.

Wanting to show off how cute Jenna is, I went to simple yet elegant for hair. Kate, from Lelutka did the trick with the lovely flip wave at the ends and slightly covering the eye.

Do you think it's adorable too? If so, stop by Prism Design to pick it up today. Hyperlinks below will take you straight to the location of the items. Happy shopping!

Prism Design - Jenna: Winter Berry

Lelutka - Kate: IrishRed

Become Star Struck!

Vengeful Threads has released a new item called Star Struck only found at Genre. Genre is a SIM where certain designers are selected to place out unique creations. Anyone would become star struck if you saw this ensemble by Vengeful Threads! Why? It comes with a corset, wings, skirt, mask, and shoes for 99Ls. That's right! 99Ls and it's all included! Please know this creation will no longer be available after January 31, 2015, so don't wait to pick it up! 

Wanting to add a gold hair piece, I went to LeLutka and there I found Christine hair. It was just what I was looking for! Beautiful locks with a hair accessories that is changeable by six different colors for the leafs and headband. Let's not forget about the bracelets, L'Africaine, from Chop Zuey to complete this star struck ensemble. 

Are you now star struck like me?

Vengeful Threads - Star Struck

Chop Zuey - L'Africaine

LeLutka - Christine: IrishRed

In Summer!

I am starting to have an itch of wanting for summer, so I popped over to Prism Design. Searching the store I went to summer collection. I'm wanting something bright I found Kay Summer Set in summer wind. Well, I wanted summer and not only did the colors give it away but the name did too. Kay Summer Set comes with bright yellow flower pattern high weighs skirt, a wide green belt, a low cut double layered shirt, and match green bracelets. After putting it on, this adorable ensemble made my day brighter and it was because of choice in colors Prism Designs selected. Now I needed the right hair and accessories.... but where to go? I know! LeLutka and Chop Zuey, if you haven't noticed I often favor these stores!

I stopped off at LeLutka first to pick up Helen. Helen comes with a choice of bow, crown, or go without either. Last stop, Chop Zuey, Chartreuse Swizzle Set completes this 'in summer' styling. The Chartreuse Swizzle comes with a necklace, earrings, and ring. Each piece crafted beautifully! 

Now, just for my Frozen fans, as the song goes... The hot and the cold are both so intense, put 'em together, it just make sense! ratdadat dadadadoo! Winter's a good time to stay in and cuddle, but put me in summer and I'll be a....HAPPY SNOWMAN!

Prism Design - Kay Summer Set: Summer Wind

Chop Zuey - Chartreuse Swizzle

LeLutka - Helen: IrshRed

A Sweetheart at Sweethearts Jazz Club

Though I am lacking my 'sweetheart' (KokoMapiya), I can still count myself as a sweetheart at Sweethearts Jazz Club. With Prism Designs new release Lisette you will be the talk of the club. The stunning sequences dress with an irritable side slit shows an elegant but daring lady. The white fur boa adds a touch of old fashion class, complimenting this sequence delight.

The jewelry is simply a must have! From Chop Zuey, Betty 2.0 is texture changing set that comes with necklace, 2 bracelets, & earrings. A selection of 6 different metals and 20 glass beads. You have to admit it makes it very easy to mix and match with any outfit!

The Rochelle hair, from LeLutka, keeps my styling at a modern day 1920's flapper. While Bax Coen Design Ankle Boots and Soft Shine Panty Hose in white 10 keeps me warm from the winter weather.

Prism Design - Lisette: Azuline White

Chop Zuey - Betty 2.0

LeLutka - Rochelle: IrishRed

Bax Coen Design - Ankle Boots: White Patent

Bax Coen Design - Soft Shine Panty Hose: White 10

Glam Affair - Prezioso: 03

Miss Dove of Peace

The Peace on Earth Hunt 7 is well under way. So many amazing gifts and so little time to show them all off! The next selection of gifts I couldn't resist to share is gift number 4 Chop Zuey & gift number 25 TOPAZIA. To mark the occasion TOPAZIA has created this stunning Miss Dove ensemble, this includes: hat, corset, fur skirt, & 3 doves flying around you. Add the breathtaking Gloriana set, necklace, earrings, & bracelet, from Chop Zuey and you have a remarkable ensemble that not only stands for peace but will turn heads.

To finalize the ensemble, I used LeLutka Helen hair & Bax Coen Design Ankle Boots, though not found on the hunt, these items enhance the styling perfectly.

Chop Zuey - Hunt Item 4

TOPAZIA - Hunt Item 25

Bax Coen Design - Ankle Boots: White Patent

LeLutka - Helen: Powder

Peace and Quiet....

I don't know about you, but after a long day I want to settle in my most comfortable PJ's and get a cup of hot coco. Today would be one of those days, luckily the POE hunt has this adorable PJ set from Only Yours.  Let's not forget the peace sign necklace from Zuri Jewelry.  Not only does the POE hunt have the PJ's & necklace but this comfortable layout of furniture. Yes, the bunny, painting, bench, globe, and presents included, all designed by Zen Creations. Who says having to feel so comfortable costs a lot? Cause it really doesn't! All items in the picture, other than the Lelutka Bambi hair, can be found on the POE7 Hunt. Including the PosESion pose called Mother 2, used in the picture below. Find these hunt items today and stand for Peace on Earth.

Zuri Jewelry - Hunt Item 5

Zen Creations - Hunt Item 35

Only Yours - Hunt Item 107

PosESioN - Hunt Item 117

LeLutka - Bambi: IrishRed

Fight for Breast Cancer Awareness!

It's October and it's not just about Halloween but Breast Cancer Awareness. This month is THE month to make people aware of breast cancer. This topic is rather dear to my heart because I lost my grandmother to it. Though it saddens me, it also gives me the strength to speak passionately about it. Did you know that breast cancer is most common cancer seen in woman other than skin cancer? In fact,  if you live in the US, women have a 1 in 8 chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer can also effect men, though lower at risk, shouldn't be overlooked. Women, on the other hand, account for 29% of new diagnoses of this form of cancer every year. Surprised? I was! Now, what about age? In the most recent study I could find, 88% of breast cancer death occur in women at 50 or older, however this does not mean you shouldn't get yearly checkups and watch for changes in your body. Doctors strongly encourage for women & men to be aware of changes in their bodies. If you would like more information about this topic please visit here: American Cancer Society: Breast Cancer

There could be dark days ahead for some of us women, but losing a battle doesn't mean the war is over.  Make a difference today, become aware and encourage others to do the same. 1 in 8 people you tell could be saving their life.

To honor my grandmother, others who are fighting for their life, those who've died, and those who've survived from breast cancer, I dedicate this picture to you. When in darkness you are the light, the ones who fought on, unwilling to yield, and carry the memories of all those who love you.

PurpleMoon - The Pink Knight Outfit

Silken Moon - Diva: Bisque

LeLutka - Maleficent: Arctic

[MANDALA] - Fantasy Elf Ears

Fall For This at 525Ls

Fall has officially started! Leaves are changing, the weather is getting cooler, and the designers are bring out their fall collection. At PurpleMoon they recently released there new fall collection starting with Erica jacket & Acire slacks.  I know, I know, what makes this different from other fall collections? I'll tell ya! The Erica jacket has a 'normal' appearance when you look at it from a frontally view, but turn it around you will find a stunning design that people will take a second look.  The Acire slacks, on the other hand, are well textured with a selection of a belt or without. If worn with a belt, you have 5 colors (brown, blue, black, white, and tan) to pick & choose from. 

Now onto the hair! Alex, from Lelutka, gives me that polish look as the copper locks frame the face so elegantly.  What do you think?

Falling for this ensemble yet? No? How about the hair, jacket, & pants for the price of 525Ls? 

PurpleMoon - Erica Jacket: Red/Beige

PurpleMoon - Acire Slacks: Chocolate

LeLutka - Alex: IrishRed

Don't Look Now, Labor Day Weekend!

It's finally here! The last chance to pull out those white shoes, pants, and shorts. Make a statement this Labor Day weekend with Prism Design, Tara. The white shorts trimmed in pink draws the attention to the hips, then upward to the same pink style mid-drift shirt. The cost? 349Ls You have to admit it's super cute and others will want to know where you got it from!

The Chop Zuey accessories, Mercy necklace & bracelet, enhances this cute Labor Day ensemble then add the Charlene hair and you have your complete Labor Day outfit.

Now let's go over your Labor Day check list:
* Read the blog post 'Don't look now, Labor Day Weekend!'? Check!
* Found a Labor Day outfit at an affordable price? Check!
* Clicked on the links below to travel to the store? Check!
* Bought the Labor Day outfit? [your answer here]

Prism Design - Tara: Day Lily

Chop Zuey - LW Mercy Necklace: Gold/Pink

Chop Zuey - LW Mercy Bracelet: Rose/Gold/Diamond

LeLutka - Charlene: IrishRed

Not Too Late For That Summer Evening Ensemble!

Summer is coming close to the end, but there's still time to enjoy the final summer breezes. At Instruments, PurpleMoon as placed out Breezy top, which comes in 10 different designs, while the Chica Trousers, founded at PurpleMoon's main store come in 8. Both items are a must have! Why? Well... each Breezy top has a different design that will be hard to select just one from. The Chica trousers, on the other hand has these cute colored buttons at the top of the pants. Both items can be paired together easily.

Next, sweep your Francine hair back by a flower clip compliments from Lelutka. Then add The America Set of earrings, necklace, bracelets, and ring by Chop Zuey.

And just like that you have a summer evening ensemble!

PurpleMoon - Breezy Top

PurpleMoon - Chica Trousers: Black

Chop Zuey - The America Set

LeLutka - Francine: IrishRed

500Ls or Less Lola in Summer...

Summer time is getting closer and closer. Already down here in the south we are at 90 degree F or 32 degree C. It's about time to pull out those summer clothes! Where to shop? Better yet where can you get good quality clothes at a reasonable price? Answer, IceWater. While I was shopping their I found Lola. Lola is an adorable outfit that comes with a mid-drift long sleeve shirt and shorts. You can change the shorts and shirt to 5 different colors. Always fun to mix and match! The cost? $149Ls. Now to add acessories!

Since braids are in this summer, I added the new release hair from Lelutka called Anna in IrishRed. Finally I added some daisy and.....

 TA DA!!!!  You have an full outfit at $479Ls. Easy peasy lemon squeezy!

IceWater - Lola: 5 color HUD

LeLutka - Anna: IrishRed

Mitsouko - Miss Daisy Outfit: Hair Daisy & Necklace (MarketPlace)

Row, Row, Row, your Boat...

don't go very far. Okay, so rowing may not be my “thing”, but at least I'll be looking cute doing it! I owe that to Prism Design, who recently released Leah, and just in time for summer! Leah comes with a shirt, panties, skirt, and belt AND as I said, it's cute, cute, CUTE!

While trying to find the right accessories, I went and did a searching on marketplace. I was looking for something more specific then what I normally wear. Luckily, I found a necklace and bangles that complement the causal chic ensemble Leah. The necklace and bangles are 10Ls each AND you can change them to 15 different colors. Yes, I did say 10Ls.

Because of the recent hot weather already creeping up, the final accessory I added to my ensemble was a sunhat. Sadly, the only way to get this sunhat is to buy the GoGo hair from LeLutka. But GoGo is a great buy too! There is a very good chance you'll wear that hair and use the hat for more than one outfit or styling.

Here's something you may not know about these pictures, the 'wind blowing in my hair' is not a Photoshop trick! In fact, it's one of the newer release from EMO-tions called Windblown 7. I've already had a number of people asking me about this hair so when you wear it know you'll turn heads.

Prism Design - Leah Maxi: Earthy

EMO-tions - Windblown 7

LeLutka - GoGo

Miam Miam Jewelry - Circle Charm Necklace: 15 Color HUD (MarketPlace)

Miam Miam Jewelry - Stripe Resin Bangles: 15 Color HUD (MarketPlace)

Groovy 60s Chic Meets Modern Chic!

I hope everyone had a great Easter! I know I sure did. It's been crazy during the holiday, but I managed to sneak some time in to show off my newest mix and match fashion trends. Has anyone tired on the Sandra dress from Prism Design? I did and I felt groovy! Even the theme song for Austin Powers started to play in my head. I wanted to grab my gogo boots and go, go! I guess when you try it on, you'll understand what I mean. The Sandra dress cost 350Ls and it comes with stockings of green or white, which is nice to mix it up.

Wanting to add a bit of modern chic, I next grabbed the Vanya Set from EMO-tions. I love this set! Though, my opinion could be bias because I love butterflies BUT the price doesn't lie. Earrings, necklace, arm-band, and bracelet for  299Ls. They also give you a set of choice: gold or silver. I wanted the use the gold for this particular ensemble because the sunglasses from GizzA Creations matched perfectly. The sunglass from GizzA Creations has gold rims with tinted green lenses. These sunglasses can only be found in the Hannah ensemble.

Next, I added Lana hair from Lelutka (280Ls) and then finally the Luna Red Alert 3 lip tone, from Silken Moon. I wanted to give my lips a real punch! The cost of this lip shade color? 75Ls! NOT for one BUT For 4 lip colors! It's an amazing buy don't you think?

Now it's time for me to groove on out of here! Happy shopping and late Easter!

Prism Designs - Sandra: Dewy Leaf

EMO-tions - Vanya Set

Silken Moon - Luna Lips: Red Alert 3

LeLutka - Lana: IrishRed

GizzA Creations - Hannah Sunglasses: Floral

Silken Moon Snow Princess Fae

Skin shopping is hard work and don't let anyone tell you differently! It's all about finding the right mix of tones and skin fashion forward. I thought for today's post, I'd talk about a skin store that can always be counted on, Silken Moon. 

Silken Moon is designed by the talented Malicia Python. Models with white hair are Silken Moon's signature designs. Her mix of makeup, eyes, skins, and nails really showcase the mystical, fantastical side of SL. I personally think Malicia skins are unlike any other skins I've come across. They are one of the few that stand apart from other fantasy skin stores. 

NOW,  moving on to today's look! 

The Snow Princess Fae is creating fresh snow. With the wave of her fair silk hands, she makes the snow fall gracefully. The Eclipes Fab skin from Silken Moon displays her icy fierceness as the snow flakes swirl around. The Self Control gown crafted by BareRose trimmed with an ice netting glistens as the movement of arms do the task at hand. Her Swish arctic hair, from Lelutku is swept back with a few locks tumbling free falling on her Fantasy Elf  ears from [MANDALA]. She turns her face to the sky as her eyes close, her hands reach out with open palms with approval. 

Silken Moon - Eclipse Fab: Bousee

BareRose - Self Control

LeLutka - Swish: Arctic

[MANDALA] - Fantasy Elf

New Designer! [Kawaii Dolls]

Have you heard of [Kawaii Dolls]? I haven't until I came upon them recently. [Kawaii Dolls] is a NEW causal chic store by a designer named Catlyn Sahara. Her line of chic causal wear is done with a bright color pallet that leaves a refreshing styling for anyone who wears it. It's also a wonderful place to start if your looking for something new but at a good price.

Out of the selection at Catlyn's store, I was first drawn to the Mikon Wild Dress in Leopard. With the Mikon Wild Dress in Leopard only costing $250Ls you will be looking fierce before you know it. I decided such a fierce dress needs fierce hair, LeLutka Dolce hair does it right! Adding the GizzA Boho Set in stone and N'Core Cinq in black to finalizes this styling.

In today's styling I wanted to change my skin tone to a darker color. When I wear this skin a lot of people ask me where I got it from. This skin is from Glance Skins and it's called Anais. Currently there is no longer an in-world location or marketplace for this store but I hope it comes back soon!

Please note: The pictures in this post seem to change to poor quality. Please find the better quality ones ones here: [Up Klos Photography] Thank you and sorry!

[Kawaii Dolls] - Mikon Wild Dress in Leopard

LeLutka -Dolce: Bournville

GizzA - Boho Set: Stone

N'Core - Cinq: Black

PM for Bullying STOPS here!

Today's the day to wear your PurpleMoon 'Bullying STOPS here!' shirt.

A notecard was sent out in the PurpleMoon group about February 26th being the Bullying STOPS here! day. Since everyone is not in the PurpleMoon group I'm going to copy and paste (for the most part) what it says (but I made some changes):

"Bullying can take place anywhere and it's important to speak up about it. Stand against bullying without saying a word by slipping into a pink T-shirt. PurpleMoon Creations invites you to wear a specially created mesh pink shirt for males and females and show your support against bullying. A minimum donation of L$10 is required but any higher amounts are appreciated!

Net proceeds from Pink Shirt Day activities & t-shirt sales benefit the CKNW Orphans’ Fund in support of Boys & Girls Clubs Anti-Bullying programs. http://www.pinkshirtday.ca/2014/01/24/who-are-we-raising-money-for/  All transactions will be published at http://purplemooncreations.blogspot.com/p/pink-shirt-day-2014.html

If you want to do more, to help, please spread the word by sharing the pictures of yourself wearing the pink shirt at: http://www.flickr.com/groups/pinkshirtdaysl/ or tag it on your Facebook as #pinkshirtday You can also follow the organization on Facebook (www.facebook.com/pinkshirtday) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/pinkshirtday) or make a donation: https://www.cknworphansfund.com/donate/?campaign=2450 "

Okay readers! There's still time to grab a shirt to show your support. Come on down to PurpleMoon and make a donation. There's a t-shirt for both genders, so no excuses boys.

Make a difference! Make a donation!

Please Note: Donations will be accepted until March 4th inclusive. 

PurpleMoon - Bullying STOPS here!: Men and Female shirts

PurpleMoon - Skinny Jeans: Black

LeLutka - Happy Holiday's Gift: IrshRed

La Baguette - Bruise Tattoo

Being Young is the New Beautiful...

Being Young is the new beautiful and you can buy it a MEB. As soon as I saw this chic suit, it became a must have. Young comes with a jacket, shoes, pants, and a strapless black top. Adding the LuLutka hair named Bonjour takes this chic suit to the next level. Finally Jetcity Fashions Black Pearl Set of a necklace, earrings and a bracelet completes this look. From head to toe I felt like a top model and now so can you!  

Please note, the Jetcity Fashions Black Pearl Set is free but needs some major editing to acquire the result in the following pictures. The Black Pearl Set is modifiable and to make the pearls darker turn the full brightness on by checking the full bright under Texture. The rest is editing. Are you up for the challenge? 

If you're not good at editing, it's alright any simple black pearl necklace can tied this chic suit together.

You can also find Young at Mimi's Choice.

MEB - Young

LeLutka - Bonjour

Jetcity Fashions - Black Pearl Necklace Set 1