It's The Week for The Wild, Wild West

Dear Diary:

It's nice to see The Twisted Colour Challenge pick a fall colour this week since it soon will be that season.  And yes, I had full intention of putting on a stylish fall outfit, a little warmer, more covered up but when I went to do this post today, the temperature outside was 34C (approximately 93F) with the humidex at 44C, over 100F, so I certainly didn't feel like putting on long pants and a sweater.  I decided to spray on the fake tan; haul out the bikini; and, dig out the sun hat one more time.

It's better than having to slather on the face cream; haul out the snow boots; and, dig out the toque!  And I know I'll be doing that soon enough.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (suntan)
Lipstick: SEVEN Glossy Lipstick (red) (SL Marketplace)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Hands: SLink Mesh Rigged hands (casual)
Feet: Gos Boutique Barefeet (arched)
Hair: Pomme d'Amour ballet (no longer available)

Bikini: Vero Modero Sandy swim bikini (red)
Hat: Meli Imako Mesh Summer Floppy hat (SL Marketplace)

Earrings and bracelets: je suis asymetrique reds

Poses: oOo Studio

Only 42 Groups??

Dear Diary:

As I sat out on the patio of my house last evening, I read Strawberry Singh's Monday Meme and it got me thinking about how many of my groups had come and gone in this world.  I remember it was hard limiting myself to joining only 25.  It seemed at first I was joining everything without thinking about it.  So I hauled out the diaries and reminisced.

1.Have you reached the 42 group limit?  As soon as it was allowed, I was there!

2.Do you do a lot of group hopping to keep up with all the groups you want to stay a part of?  I used to do that and still do occasionally but I think I've become more selective. 

3.What makes you want to join a group?  The product has to appeal to me, no matter what it's selling. 

4. A lot of store VIP groups have a group fee which you have to pay to join. How do you feel about paying group fees?  I don't agree with group fees but I can understand why the designer enforces them.  A lot of people join just to receive the group gift and then leave the group. [I confess I did that once but felt horribly guilty after so I went back to the store and joined again.]  And many creators have had their content stolen and re-sold by someone else.  Perhaps a fee would deter these people.  I have paid a fee to join a group but it was very small.  I'll only pay if I really like the items being offered and if the fee is not "over the top". 

5. Name a few groups that you are a part of that you feel everyone should look into joining and share your reasons behind that.  Group selection is such a personal thing I would never try to influence anyone to join my groups, just because "I said so" but here are five that I belong to, that have super products and that I happen to have been attached to for awhile.  The designers are talented and produce high quality items.  I've tried to list groups from different areas to give an all-round view.

• Gos Boutique: Love the shoes, feet and everything that goes with them.  The 10% discount for members is a great perk and the gift is always fantastic.
• Maxi Gossamer Jewelry: Always new things coming out, often in packs.  Good variety of funky, chunky items with colour changing ability.
• La Galleria: Fantastic homes in different sizes and prices.  Furniture is available in lots of styles.  Items are often sold for discount prices. Free gift comes out every few weeks.
• Zanze:  Totally awesome clothing!  Styles are trendy or classic and often come with a colour HUD.  Colours can be vibrant or subdued.  A great variety.
• LeLutka: Wear one of their skins most of the time.  Also have nice hair styles, clothing and makeup.  Group gifts are not as frequent as some but I do like their products.

That's my insight for today!

Good Night for now.

 

Preppy Violet for The Twisted Colour Challenge

Dear Diary:

When I was growing up, I was never accused of being "preppy".  To me, it meant following a certain lifestyle or clothing style and that's something I never did.  

For interest, I checked to see what I would have to do to be preppy and found the following suggestion:



"To look preppy, you should dress clean-cut and classy. The preppy look is also having a positive attitude, always being happy. Have good manners and etiquette also helps."   [from Ask]

I'm really going to have to work on that!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola (lilac)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Lashes: mock Priscilla eyelashes
Hands: SLink mesh rigged hands (casual)
Hair: D!va Daria

Top: tulip Lace panel tank (beige)
Skirt: tulip Twilight Maxi skirt (cloud)
Shoes: Baiastice Maxine wedge (mother of pearl)

Earrings: Zaara Urvi chandelier earrings (colour) (silver)
Bracelets: Zaara Indra painted stacked bangles (silver)

Poses: The Muse Poses

In My Wine Cellar

Dear Diary:

The Twisted Colour Challenge this week is Wine Cellar as in -

My colours this week are a little off since in my wine cellar....er...rack in my case, I don't have the "full bodied red" as in the example.  I like white wine but don't care for  red as much.  Merlot is ok but I'm not one for the stronger tasting reds.  So I think I'm wearing more of a pink zinfandel and a sauvignon blanc.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola (bubblegum)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Lashes: Mozz Cosmetics Eyelashes Version 2 (04) (no longer available)
Hands: SLink Mesh Rigged Hands (r-casual; l-gesture)
Hair: Analog Dog Hair tantrum
Headband: Lelka's Ribbon headband (tinted) (no longer available)

Dress: Mutresse Lili sheer Blouse and Skirt (FaMESHed)
Shoes: Gos Boutique Lauren d'Orsay Truffle Collection (The Boutique)

Poses: oOo Studio

Love for Donna Flora

Dear Diary:

I must admit, whenever I buy something from Donna Flora, I feel elegant....I feel sophisticated...I feel fashionable.  I've bought many things from Squinternet Larnia and her clothes always fit me without alterations.  Here's the latest purchases from her store.

I'm not one to take on personal causes to raise funds but I've had friends who have gone through breast cancer and I know how debilitating it can be.  Please send all your thoughts to Squint and hope for a quick recovery.

Good Night for Now.

From Donna Flora mainstore:
Eyeshadow: DF Mina (white)
Dress: Donna Flora ADEL white silk
Earrings and necklace: Donna Flora IBISCUS set

Check out Love Donna Flora event

Evening Preserves is the Twisted Colour

Dear Diary:

I thought it was time for a bikini post.  Mainly because I'm dying for bikini-clad weather.

Summer in my part of the world has been not what I was expecting.  It's been cool and cloudy with a lot...and I mean A LOT...of rain.  It's lucky that in my other world it could be sunny every day of the year.

So the sun is shining, my tan is fabulous and I'm toasty warm wearing just my bikini. 

As if......

Good Night for Now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (suntan)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Hair: Dura girl 41

Bikini: FABOO Maui Bikini Pond (from The Boats and Bikini Expo)

Poses: ploom

O Rodvik, Rodvik! Wherefore Art Thou Rodvik?

Dear Diary:

I was out of town on vacation and saw that Berry was involving my beloved Rodvik Linden in a devilish scheme meme while I was away.  "Ha!", I mused.  "Little do all those other women know how loyal my man is.  He'll be sweeping me into his arms at the airport on my return."

I texted my Roddy: Am landing now.  Meet at gate 4.
His response: ok

I'm a little disappointed with his response.  Well...maybe he's tied up with buying me flowers for my return.

Hmm....he must have forgotten the gate number.  His memory is not the best.  He never remembers my name.

Where is he?  Can't believe my Sweetie isn't throwing himself at my feet right now.

Waiting....waiting....waiting.

Alright...that's it!  I'm heading down the escalator to get a taxi.  My poor Roddy seems to have been corrupted by the hundred others involved.  It's certainly not his fault. 

Maybe I should rethink my tactics. 

Good Night for now.

Location: Miami International Airport

The Vibrance of Velvet Jazz

Dear Diary:

I never cared for jazz too much.  I just couldn't get into it.  Then I heard Pat Metheny, a guitarist who has been in the forefront of jazz greats for quite awhile and this year won a Grammy for best instrumental jazz album.  All of a sudden, I could appreciate the intricacies of the music.

So the Twisted Colour this week certainly got me movin' n' groovin'!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola (bubble gum)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheek set
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Eye shadow: Mozz Cosmetics Glittery Smokey eye (blue)
Lashes: Mozz Cosmetics eyelashes version 2 (01)
Hands: SLink Mesh Rigged Hands (casual)
Hair: INK Benzie (Hair Fair 4)

Dress: Zanze  ZE Skulls and Roses Party Dress (bluebaby)
Shoes: Gos Boutique Marilyn sandals (navy)

Necklace and Ring: je suis voyante plain (tinted rock candy)

Poses: Long Awkward Pose (no longer available)

A New Store to Me #7

Dear Diary:

The other day I came upon a store quite by accident and discovered a gem! 

I've tried to take pictures for rainy day climate, using all the tricks and all the fancy gizmos to show rain but I'm not that clever and never seem to get the effects I wanted.  The store, Node+ , takes care of that.

nyagos Kidd is the owner of Node+ and he has umbrellas in a multitude of colours and textures, from 9 plain, 6 "plastic" looks; 6 plaid and several other textures.  The umbrella can be worn in the closed position when waiting for that inclement weather or open to produce either a drizzle or a heavy downpour.  It's so simple.

At first I thought the umbrella was a little pricey but in each pack you get 6 choices and the umbrella works well with poses. 

In the store, there's also a weather system.  An item for putting rain on your windows is also available. 

It's not a big store but very unique in it's offerings.

Good Night for now.


Umbrella: Node+
Location: On a dull rainy day at Hotel Chelsea New York

I'm so Sweet and Light

Dear Diary:

When I saw the title of the colour for the Challenge this week, I thought to myself, "Could I ever be sweet?"  "Not likely," I whispered.  So...I put on a low cut sweater; added some cool shades; and plumped up the lips with a funky paint....and voila!  How sweet is that!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: essencial 80's fun lipstick (2)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Hands: SLink Mesh Rigged Hands (casual)
Hair: Wasabi Pills Alma

Sweater: Malt Mesh cropped knit (lavender)
Capris: Mimikri Anouk capris (lemon)
Flip flops: Maitreya Gold flip flops (lemon) with Boho and Beads anklets

Sunglasses: Ladies Who Lunch Goggle glasses (tinted)
Purse: Indy & Co (Indyra Originals) Marina tote (yellow)

Poses: Olive Juice

Hanging Clothes on the Line

Dear Diary:

I really like to hang my clothes outside on the line.  My Mom did it; my Grandmother did; and probably everybody else in our neighbourhood. 

The other morning I wanted to hang sheets outside before I went to work.  But when I stepped outside the door, I looked up in the sky to see a very overcast atmosphere.  I was debating even putting the laundry out, in case I would come home from work and find them more sopping than when I took them from the washer.  Would they even dry in such dull humid weather? But by afternoon it had heated up.

There's nothing like bringing the sheets in, putting them on the bed and sleeping with the fresh-air smell.  I seem to sleep so much better.

In my second world, rain was also in the forecast.  I went to The Far Away, 
A M Radio's wonderful sim to hang the sheets but the sky there also looked foreboding.

The sun was shining when I got there but then I noticed darker clouds on the horizon.  I wanted to check to see if everything was dry so I could take it all in before the rain started...just like in my first world!

Good Night for now.
 
Prop: flowey so fresh so clean laundry line (Liason Collaborative)

Location: The Far Away

Vamps Night Out

Dear Diary:

The Twisted Colour Challenge this week put me in the mood for dressing up.  I'm really a jeans and tee girl but when I found this dress, I knew my inner seductress would be coming out.  [laughing at this point] So it's definitely Vamps Night Out!!

Now I need to find a place for putting my charms to the test.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: HeadTurners Matt Lipstick (black cherry)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Eye shadow: Mozz Cosmetics Glittery Smokey Eye (black)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Hair: LeLutka Seth

Dress: Zanze Reese (cherry)
Shoes: Gos Boutique Eva Slingback (black satin)

Earrings and Necklace: Finesmith Jewelry Forbidden Love

Poses: !Bang

I Fear That I Won't Be Heard

Dear Diary:

Berry's meme this Monday was so intriguing that I wanted to join in.  What am I afraid of?  What am I haunted by? Well, I'm not afraid of very much at all.  I like cemeteries; I've had pet snakes; and I can look down from high places.  I'm a bit claustrophobic.  Crawling on my hands and knees through a tunnel in Mexico got me sweating profusely and it certainly wasn't the weather.  So I was thinking hard about what would give me have a lot of fear.  Then I remembered...

A few years back I read "Still Life", a book by Joy Fielding.  It's about a young woman, thrown into a coma through an accident.  She hears and comprehends everything that her friends and family say and they are oblivious to the fact she is listening to all the conversations.  She just can't communicate or move.  There's the idea her family may take her off life support as they don't think her brain is functioning.  I remember my heart pounding as I read her frustration.  What if that were me?

THAT'S what my fear is.

Good Night for now.

Today It's A Poppy Sky

Dear Diary:

When I put this outfit together for the Twisted Colour Challenge, tennis came to mind so I followed through with that thought.  I'm not sure these colours would be permitted at Wimbledon although the Williams sisters have sure made tennis clothing very trendy.  

 

 

And ... I certainly don't play tennis very well!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: HeadTurners Matt Lipstick (scarlett)   
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel
Lashes: mock Priscilla eyelashes
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Hands: SLink mesh rigged hands (casual R; gesture L)
Hair: LOGO Melissa

Top: voxxi Stella mesh wrap top (tomato) (SL Marketplace)
Skirt: DRIFT Summer skirt (HUD)
Sneakers: Low tops Female mesh shoes (tinted) (SL Marketplace)
Cap: Sculpted Sports hat (tinted) (SL Marketplace)

Poses: -no wow- (SL Marketplace)

Happy Canada Day! Happy July 4th!

Dear Diary:

Happy birthday Canada!  Happy Independence Day U.S.A!

Every year at this time, I put on this tee.  Of course I celebrate Canada Day on July 1st in all the usual ways - roasted wieners over the bonfire; toasted-to-perfection marshmallows; and lots of potato salad.  It's a great day to spend with friends and family.

But I do have relatives and friends who are Americans and only a few days later on July 4th, they will celebrate Independence Day.  How appropriate that the logo on the front of this shirt is a joint effort of our two flags.

So however you choose to enjoy these days, in whatever country you are in, have a wonderful holiday.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Tee: USA/Canada tee (no longer available)
Shorts: ba! denim shorts

Background: Katink photo studio

Cabbage Patch Forest! Really?

Dear Diary:

Another great colour choice for this weeks Challenge.  Green, in any shade, in any hue, is certainly my favourite colour.  I bought this dress and few weeks ago and am glad I have the opportunity to wear it.

The Twisted Colour Challenge has been really fun to do.  What's more fun is seeing what strange colour name Sookie is coming up with each week.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: SEVEN glossy lipstick (pale pink) (SL Marketplace)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Eye Makeup: elymode eyeshadow & liner (green)
Lashes: Mozz Cosmetics eyelashes version 2 (01)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Hands: SLink Mesh Rigged Hands (casual)
Hair: Dura girl #37

Dress: ba! Layla Mesh mini dress (floral green)
Shoes: Gos Boutique Sophia Peeptoe (white)

Earrings: Maxi Gossamer Shell Teardrop (sea green)
Ring: MG Ring Roho

Poses: Diesel Works (June gift)

My Phantasmagorical Shopping Week

Dear Diary:

You know how I love to shop...that's a given.  These past few weeks I've been overwhelmed with all the places I could visit and [also] spend money.  I'm showing you a few of my favourite things that I've picked up.

At first, the difficult part was deciding on what to buy.  There were so many outstanding choices.  Then it was hard to decide what to show in the picture.  Everything I bought was a great purchase for me.  Some of the venues are ending by the end of the month so check out the areas soon.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:

From The Arcade:
Car: HH Hucci Roadster Midnight Blue EKX
Necklace: MG Summer Ladybug Purple

From The Attic:
Hair: Exile Living Every Moment

From Cosmetic Fair:
Lipstick: Oceane Glammy Lipstick

From The Gypset Market:
Sandals: Lindy Modern and Retro Shoes Sandyeye Sandal (white)

From The Limited Bazaar:
Cami, skirt and jacket: Gizza Flora Outfit
Pose: Di's Opera

Location: Oak Bluffs

Plums and Berries Go Together Quite Well

Dear Diary:

The Twisted Colour Challenge this week gave me a great idea for a dessert that I have to make this coming week.  I'm not actually going to use plums since they aren't very sweet yet but the berries will be a go. 

Now I just have to get off my patootie and make it!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: Izzie's Dark Vibrant Lipstick (dark raspberry)
Blush: croire sunkissed cheeks (SL Marketplace)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Lashes: Miamai Catwalk lashes (burst)
Hair: Wasabi Pills Amandine

Top: Apple May Designs Hazel (pink)
Shorts: tram vintage shorts (sepia)
Boots: GF short Western boots (red)

Earrings, bracelet and ring: Caroline's Jewelry Bloomin' Gems set (pink)

Straw in mouth: Nica Strohhalm straw (no longer available)

Poses: Focus Poses

A New Store to Me #6

Dear Diary:

I like finding new places for shopping.  And [unfortunately] so does my closet!

I found another super clothing store called ba!.  It was just luck that I was on that sim and spied it in the distance. 

I really like their dresses.  I picked up a few floral prints that will be great for the summer.  I bought this bright fuchsia jump suit which can be dressed up for an evening out, or dressed down for a day of sight seeing.  It really complimented my tan [laughing].

I'm also wearing the blue floral platforms that were offered on the lucky letter board.

The gift bag contains a cute pair of denim shorts with a tee, and a summery orange dress, a very generous bag. 

There's a good variety of summer dresses, some plain with added belts but the floral ones are truly lovely.  And if pants are what you like, there's a nautical outfit that has everything you need for a complete look.  Upstairs, you'll find additional footwear.

On your travels, pop into ba! and get a new wardrobe.

Good Night for now.

From ba!
Jumpsuit: ba! Mesh Ladies Wrap Jumpsuit (pink)
Shoes: ba! Blue floral (from lucky letter board)

Location: Outside the flower shop at Barney's Bay

Regal Royal Maple

Dear Diary:

Another fabulous colour combo for The Twisted Colour Challenge.  These two colour go so well together.  I just feel ... so ... so ... royal!!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Eye Makeup: elymode eye shadow and liner (blue)
Hair: Laqroki Thrill

Dress: Ison cowl neck dress (camel)
Shoes: YS&YS Pilar Wedges (denim)
Hat: Meli Imako Mesh summer floppy hat (SL Marketplace)

Earrings and necklace: Jugg & Jinja's Boutique Tiger Lily (antique)

Umbrella: with pose

Poses: [what next] Let it Rain