*Alchemy* Latest Releases

Alchemy is one of those stores that when you walk in, you're greeted with an array of bright, vivid colors that make you smile.  Constanza Volare's latest new releases are no exception.  There are a mixture of gorgeous, well detailed gowns and adorable sweater dresses.

Aire is a bold print sweater dress with adorable ruffled sleeve.  The bare shoulder adds a hint of sexiness, and the bright pink leggings add that pop of color that certainly makes a bold statement.  Aire is available in red, sky, purple, pink, black, and white (pictured).  Each dress has the same wild design, and come with matching leggings.  Aire is $180 L, or you can buy the fat pack of all 6 colors for $900 L.

Next up is Happy.  Another adorable sweater dress with leggings.  Happy has a cute polka-dot print, with 2 different color leggings, and 2 different types of skirts.  The texturing of this dress is superb.  The shading and buttons add an extra splash of detail that makes this sweater dress very realistic.  Happy comes in 6 colors:  teal, lime, yellow, red, pink, and sky (pictured).  Happy is sold individually by color for $180 L or a fat pack of all 6 colors for $900 L.  This dress is perfectly named, it really does make you happy!

The last dress pictured is Nostalgia in teal.  Nostalgia is a dress that makes me nostalgic for the 50s.  The neckline is gorgeous, and adds a hint of sexiness.  The prim skirt is nicely done, very little editing to make it sit well.  It also flows very well when you walk.  Nostalgia comes in 7 colors:  silver, gold, red, pink, purple, sky, and teal (pictured).  It is sold for $200 L per color or a fat pack of all 7 colors for $900 L.

Alchemy is packed full of so many gorgeous finds, you're sure to fall in love.  Visit the mainstore located at Emilia.

Review: Persona

Myllie Writer, the very talented designer of Persona sent over some goodies for me to review last night.  I've always been a fan of hers, and fall in love with every new release.

The first outfit pairs the Dita Knit Blouse in blue, with the Barb Plaid Pants in charcoal.  I love this sweater.  The neckline is fresh and modern.  The textures and colors are rich.  It comes available on every layer, so you can wear it tucked in like in the first shot, or untucked in the second shot.  The detailing on both layers are exceptional, and the bottom of the sweater is nicely finished.  The second shot shows the blouse in green and the pants in coffee.  Other available colors in the sweater are:  black, brown, purple, red and white, and a fat pack of all 7 colors is available.  The pants come in 8 colors with a fat pack available as well.  Other colors available are:  brown, burgundy, dark turquoise, green, indigo, and purple.  These separates are perfect for welcoming fall, and can be mixed and matched with so many different items.

The next is the Iris Knitted Top, and is available in 9 colors.  Each color has the same amazing detailing that makes Persona the wonderful brand that it is.  Shown here in red, the other available colors are:  black, blue, brown, green, grey, purple, white, and yellow.

The last outfit may possibly be one of my favorites in the bunch.  Mollie is an adorable black mini skirt, with grey tights, purple tank-top, and flower lace top.  I love the detail on the sheer top, and the richness of the color.  The skirt moves well, and needed very little editing to fit perfectly.  I usually have to edit all skirts to get the perfect look, but this one took very little.

The poses used in this picture are from Persona's Shooting Poses Packs 14 & 15.

If you haven't been out to see Myllie's new sim, head over and see it.  Check out her new releases while you're there!

Kunglers Releases

Over the past few weeks the Kungler sisters have shared with me some of their fabulous designs, and honestly each week they just get better and better. I started with the two new releases this week.

The first outfit is the Antartida outfit, the latest addition to their fabulous Couture line. Included in this outfit is the gorgeous blouse which comes in 2 different versions. The version I chose was the one that was a bit less sheer for a more glamorous look, but the sheerer version is tastefully done as well. The knee length black skirt is perfect, it almost has a velvet look, which is perfect for the upcoming holidays. The belt comes on the jacket layer, and the awesome feather prim sleeves and neck. This look is the perfect holiday look, and will be perfect for all those parties you'll be attending.

The next outfit is Grecca. The Kungler sisters must have been in a party mood this week, because this dress looks like something you'd wear to a party. I love the length of the skirt, it looks great with a pair of heels to show off your legs, but it's not too short. The gold corset is perfect and the textures look like they are picking up the reflection from the light. I was wowed when I tried this on. The corset looks good without the bolero as well. It doesn't show too much skin, but just enough.

Bella is next. And I think of all the outfits that AvaGardner and Barbra have sent me, this is the one that I love the most. Of course, I say that with every new release. The wrap shirt fits perfectly, and comes in a sheer version and regular. I'm wearing sheer here, and as you can see, the sheer version isn't so sheer that you'd have to wear something under it. It's actually perfect. It reminds me of the beach, and even though it's getting colder here in real life, in SL I can wear summer wear all year long!

Ellen is an rich orange color, which is perfect for this time of year. I love orange, but don't wear it too often. In this outfit, it's absolutely perfect. The deep v of the neckline is tasteful but sexy. One of the outfits that makes Kunglers the brand that it is.

Last but not least is the Metropolli. I love the black and white print of this dress. I love the way the Kungler sister's embrace prints. Their designs are beautifully thought out and designed, and always leave me wishing I had their designs in my 1st life. The fabulous thing about these outfits are most all of them come with jewelry or manicures, which means you get so much more for your money.

AvaGardner and Barbra are doing a fantastic job. If you haven't been out to visit them, take the time. You won't be disappointed!

RIDDLE Latest Release - Skully Argyle

RIDDLE is a store that I stumbled across after a friend gave me the landmark. I love how their designs are edgy, but not so much that I look like I'm "trying" to be edgy. That might not make sense, but if you know me, you know that I'm not really hardcore. So, when I can find designs that have that edge, but still are cute and flirty, then you've won me over.

I made a trip into RIDDLE today just to see if there was anything new, and I was thrilled to see this adorable argyle sweater dress. I'm a sweater dress fanatic. I love how they hug your body, and still show off your legs. You can wear them with boots, a pair of leggings, or socks. So many different ways to wear them. The Skully Argyle is no different. The skulls give that edge, and the tight, short skirt give it that hint of sexiness that merges to become another fantastic RIDDLE creation. This sweater dress comes on every layer, so you can mix and match to your hearts content. Don't we love that?

The socks I'm wearing is the Cable Knit Stocking set. So many things come in this set! You can wear them as knee socks, thigh high stockings, or as a pair of cable knit tights. And, an added bonus is these are tintable. So the possibilities are endless! Such a great deal.

If you haven't been to RIDDLE, stop by for a visit. Their selection isn't huge, but what they have is very nicely done. I, for one, can't wait to see what they come up with next.

Spotlight: Fishy Strawberry

Fishy Strawberry is a store I stumbled across a few weeks back.  It's full of lots of loud, bright colors, and I just fell in love with it.  There is a growing selection, and the designs are very unique.  There is even a lucky chair in the store, and if you're like me, you just love shopping when suddenly your letter comes up.  Like a little present!

The first dress is the Buttoned Dress in black.  It's available in a few bright colors, but I chose the black and white.  There is even a little bra included to wear underneath the dress.  It's absolutely adorable and hugs your curves perfectly.

I believe my favorite purchase of all were these jeans in the color smog.  You get the jeans and the capris with 2 different cuffs.  I love the fit of these jeans.  They are loose, but not baggy, and the sculptie cuffs are adorable!  This is a great buy, 2 for the price of one.  I love it!

Next is the V-neck tee, Lolita.  I immediately was drawn to the bright colors on the top.  Again, the shirt is loose without being too baggy, but it creates a perfect silhouette.

Last is the Minihood in red.  Cropped hoodies and sweaters are really in for fall, and when I saw this in all the colors it was a really hard choice.  This hoodie looks perfect with a tee and a pair of jeans, or even with a jean skirt.  Perfect for those cool fall evenings.

If you haven't been to Fishy Strawberry, definitely stop in and check it out.  Fishy Strawberry is located on Star Beach Island.

Laid Back Bad Ass with Carina Fredricksson

The night that I met Emma, I also met Carina.  When I mentioned that I'd like to feature Carina on my blog, she was so excited!  It's taken me forever to finally get this posted, but she is someone who I've had so much fun with since I met her.  We have the same shopping philosophy - Just buy it!

When contemplating our outfits for this post, she decided we would go with what she calls "Laid Back Bad Ass".  If it wasn't for her, I would have never found these perfect grungy jeans.  You all can't see it here, but my ass looks incredible in these jeans!

Carina looks a little more bad ass then I do, but I tried!!  Thanks for posing with me Carina, I had a blast!!

Carina's Look:

Skin - Laqroki Tasha 11

Shape - by Carina

Hair - Detour Rhapsody II (Brown)

Eyes - Alady (DP) Eyes (Dark Brown)

Lashes - Redgrave Eyelashes 04/MoulinRouge

Jeans - *League Woodstock Jeans/Skinny Fit (Black)

Tank - LaLaFooFoo T-shirt Tank (Night)

Boots - Jaywalk Melisande (Onyx)

Belt - Refuge United Belt (Black)

Wristbands - ETD Leather Plate Wristbands 

Pheobe's Look:

Skin - Slink Isabelle Sunkissed Makeup 2

Hair - Philotic Energy Ariadne II (Auburn)

Eyes - [[::Tuli::]] Steel Eyes

Lashes - (CS) Lashes - Vogue Size 1

Jeans - *League Drrty Jeans Grunge/Skinny Fit

Jacket - ::SC:: Maze of Love Jacket 

Tank - *Camie Cooper* Lace Trimmed Lady Beater (White)

Boots - Jaywalk Kit (Onyx)

Earrings - pc; Diamond Curl Earrings - available onrez

Cuff - Philotic Energy MO Cuff - no longer available

Elate Latest Release - Luanna

Anyone who's familiar with my blog knows that I adore Elate!  When Kellie sent over her latest release, I was thrilled to receive more goodies.  This dress is perfect.  Who doesn't need a little simple dress that can be worn in so many different ways?  I think I love dresses that from the front seem really simple and conservative, yet when you walk past and they take a glimpse of the low back...sexy!

Kellie also has worked on some simple skinny belts that come on the jacket layer.  I absolutely adore belts, and they are really in for the fall.  Adding the skinny belt to this dress adds a little extra punch of color and seems to take the dress in a different direction.  This belt is available in so many different colors, you'll find an excuse to wear them in so many different ways.

Head over to the Elate mainstore and check it out!!

Nerdy Chic with Emma McKenzie

Last night I found myself hopping all over the grid looking for sales.  I didn't expect to meet so many interesting girls.  It turned out to be a great night of fun and laughter.

The thing I love the most about meeting and getting to know people is seeing how people express themselves in the clothing they choose and the way they put their outfits together.  I found myself talking to a group of fabulous women last night.  We each had very different styles, but we all shared a love of shopping.  

I thought I would show off a few of them.  I told them each to put together an outfit that reflected their style.  Emma McKenzie is my first fabulous victim.  She embraced the idea and had her outfit the very next day.  The thing I loved most about her outfit were the glasses.  I had never seen anything like them before, and as she sent over her style card, I found so many new spots that I had never been.   Truly, this is going to open my eyes to so many new places and designers.

Emma is adorable.  One of the sweetest gals I've met in a while.  We just seemed to "click" right off the bat.  Her style is adorable.  She loves flats, and has a way of throwing things together and just looking so unique.  

Thank you, Emma for helping me with my post, it truly was a wonderful experience, and I look forward to more shopping trips and posts in the future!

Emma's Look:

Hair: Truth - Polly - Dark Choco Light

Skin: Curio - Luster - Sienna

Eyes: Detour - Crystal - Green

Glasses: Spoon - OJ Nerdy Glasses

Earrings: VG Republic - Resin "Candy Ring" Earring

Lip Ring: Fuel - Lip Ring w/ Diamond

Scarf: Aoharu - Simple Scarf - Green

Sweater: Nylon Outfitters - Beaded Sweater - Purple

Tank:  Second Wave Apparel - Henley - Lavender

Jeans: FG Underground - Blue Tight Jeans

Shoes: Sculpties Up in Here - Phlat Ballet Flats

Pheobe's Look:

Skin:  ::Dutch Touch:: 6 Tanned Smokey Dark Pink Lips Serie Amy

Hair:  Novocaine  Sildete v2 - champagne

Eyes:  Shapes by Zada Eye Fidelity RealEyes - Deep Blue (n)

Sweater Vest:  Canimal Devil Candy (pink)

Shirt:  {Gisaci} Cambridge Cuffed Shirt White

Jeans:  (CS) Jeans - Dark

Shoes:  [SC] Sculpted Ballet Flats - Black

Glasses:  Nylon Outfitters Thick Glasses