November Look Book, Episode 2

November 3rd, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

In keeping with my promise to myself.  Day TWO of no shopping.

I have dug deeply in my closet and found an item that I purchased at first glance, but have never worn.  I’m a devoted fan of Zaara and purchase most of what she puts forth.  This color seemed so appropriate for my fall wardrobe, so I purchased and held on.  Now its time, but I found it some what difficult to style. The high waist items are often so glamorous but not easy to pair.  I’ve settled on a simple but nicely done Panels tank by !E.  The detail, design, floral pattern in the Larin skirt pairs nicely with the simple cut of this tank.

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Persona makes a simple set of heart themed jewelry in different metal tones.  I bought them a long time ago, but I find I pull them out of my closet whenever I wear anything in a metallic.  The bronze is a nice compliment to the coppery sheen of this skirt.

Dragging out my first pair of Maitreya Gold Shoe line, the IXkin, of course I feared the same difficulty that I have had in matching prim feet to my skin.  Collapsing in a pile on my skybox floor would not help me get this post up, so I dared to open the HUD, read the NC and give it a whirl.  Creators shall never be blamed! I seem to have a serious mental block in regards to the coveted prim feet and painted toes.  I own a pair from every designer I know that makes them, and no matter what I try I just haven’t the patience. Hoping that you will realize the sacrifice I’ve made for this post, I offer you MY feet, delicately slapped into a cute strappy sandal, perfectly pedicured and I didn’t fall once!

Kate Yin Yang Skin (again) and since conquering my shoes went well, this author decided to pay homage again to Maitreya with my favorite hair from Onyx.  This is Yasmin in Jet Black!

(a note of interest, I am Native American, were I to allow my hair to grow out again, it would look very much like this!)

Remember to check my list of shop slurls on the sidebar. If I use an item, the shop is there!!!

Wishing you a delightful day!

I’m saving up for the holidays! November Shopping Strike

November 3rd, 2009 nickeeninetails 1 comment

Ok here’s the deal! In my 1st life I’m on a shopping strike. Nothing other than necessities, food and the birthday gifts that fall in November will be purchased.

The reason? Well we are saving up all our extra to purchase holiday gifts.

When my guy and I were talking this all over, it came to mind that I might have more trouble refraining from shopping trips in Second Life than in First Life.  This thought started churning in my mind, so what I’ve come up with is this. I will purchase no clothing, shoes, skins or (OMGOSH) HAIR in November.

To celebrate and challenge myself I intend to pull together outfits from my existing wardrobe, which is arguably large enough to support several avatars for several months.

The draw backs? I am not a shoe nut, so I know we’ll see repeats.  I also will make use of any group gifts, freebies, give away items, prizes one and any lucky chair items.  I just will not be purchasing.

(trust me creators I will make up for it!!!)

So1102LBFinal here is my first attempt.  This outfit was made completely out of existing items, and some of them are from way back in my earlier days.  My hope is that it will provide a chance to give a nod to some of my long term favorites.

As always, please look in my links at the list of shop Slurls, if I mention an item, it will be there in the links.

My favorite winter sweater is from Spork and is called “The Judy” I bought this last season and did not wander over to see if it’s still available but I THINK that it is.

I added a floral patterned knit skirt from **en svale** and my fave cable tights from Persona.

The best part of today, and what motivated me to choose this outfit, was the wonderful group gift that Maitreya sent out. I’ve owned the Soho Boots in Ice for awhile now, and honestly love them (you can see my prior post for footwear). When these black ones showed up in my inventory, you can only imagine my delight.

I chose no jewelry today, because I just wanted to savor the warm cowl neck of this sweater, and besides I was painting my skybox!  The only accessory is my pair of Rory sunglasses from Artilleri

Hair is Brooke in Chocolate from TRUTH and today I’m wearing my Kate Yin Yang Skin in SunTan (BT’s or not can not be seen today!!

Autumn is everywhere at my favorite sim Symphony, and this just felt SO right.  HAPPY shopping!

Halloween Highlights

November 1st, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

I had so much fun last night.

More photos to come but this one took the cake.

Little Red

My buddy Ando and I attended a party dressed as Red Riding Hood and the Woodsman. (photo credit on the above goes to Ando Joubert)

Then several of my friends and I went to play in The Corn Maze. It reminded me of what I love most about Second Life (TM). Where else can I hang out for hours with people from Boston, DC, Portland.

My life is greatly improved and reflected most in the friends I hold dear in my virtual world.

Narrowly Escaping Trouble With Trouble

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Shoes Jeepers Creepers Janine

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!

These boots were among the very first shoes I purchased in SL. I still default to them, especially with jeans!!!

Shiny Things Old Laceup Boots

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!

Classy and wonderful with straight legged jeans or short skirts.
Perfect for ‘steampunky days’

My only criticism of these wonderful boots is that there is no sizing script. I purposely have a thicker than normal avi, and have to shrink my legs when I wear them.

Otherwise they are SIMPLY divine

J's Cross Belt Sandals in Black

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!’

I own so many pair of J’s shoes, I had a hard time choosing just one. I defaulted back to my first pair.
To me, these are easy to match and the nail color and jewelry HUD is ever so simple

For some reason I seem to lack the genetic ability to match my skin, this pair was easy.

I own these in a pearl white as well, and they are just perfect.

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ENKY Cypa Alligator Boots

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!

I picked these up at ENKY at the Deck (Sasy Scarboroughs Sim)

I’ve only worn them a handful of times but they are so detailed and lovely I couldn’t leave them out of this list

Earthstones Troya Slide

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!

These are the only non prim toe or non BOOTS that I wear. I just love the details Abraxxa put on these, and phooey if I have to have plain toes I’ll have plain toes

Decoy Jully Boots

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments

My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!

Decoy had a marvelous sale to celebrate their new sim, and I picked up the fat pack of these for an obscenely low price. They exceeded my expectations and will become a staple in my fall wardrobe!

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Akeyo Chucks

October 28th, 2009 nickeeninetails No comments


Akeyo Chucks

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My favorite foot coverings. IN random order. Enjoy!!!

Every avatar I have, and every member of my family who is in world had a pair of these. They ROCK. Nuff said

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