DECONSTRUCTION

This outfit is so experimental and free-spirited ... loving it! (I may have spent a bit much on this gacha machine. But that's OK.)



Top/Skirt/Bag/Glasses/Earrings: M. Birdie "Merry Look" (Texture-change HUDs)(Epiphany gacha)
Shoes:  Essenz "Guadelajara"
Hair: Analog Dog "Ramona Fantasy" (Gacha Garden gift)
Lipstick: Go&See "Rori Lipstick" (Cosmetic Fair gift)
Head: Catwa "Catya"
Eyes: by Song
Body: by Maitreya

Love,
Serene

SWEET SURIE

I just can't resist showing you another one of FatePlay's outfits from the Mystic Realms faire today! This Surie outfit includes a leather corselet with bracers, tunic, pants and boots, available in eight colors. The craftsmanship is really lovely. If you are using advanced graphics features, you can see the very subtle sheen on the leather bits: the top edge of the corselet is catching the light, just a little shiny but not too much. I also love the little wrinkles in the fabric on her arms, it looks very natural.



I promise this is not a Gratuitous Portrait close-up. Take a look at the fabric of the tunic. Can you see that sweet floral texture? Wow. I am impressed. I know I know, it's not every day you get to see a wood elf this close. After all, you breathe so loudly that I could shoot you in the dark. (Gratuitous Tolkien reference.)



Outfit: FATEplay "Surie" (at Mystic Realms Fair starting today)
Hair: Little Bones "Rusted Aero"
Hairbase: by booN
Skin: Essences "Ingrid - Uber" (at Uber)
Eyes: Ikon "Horizon"
Ears/Earrings: Schadenfreude "Fey Ears Spiral Horn w/rings" (w/ texture change HUD)
Poses: by Diesel Works and Epiphany

Love,
Serene

URBAN FRAME OF MIND

You know how they say in New York City there is only one color? Black isn't really a color, even though I love wearing it. So I added a patterned monochrome dress underneath. The coat is understated but the collar shape is lovely.



I wanted a pop of color and No. 7 has this nice glossy red lipstick out just now. It's serendipity.



These fabulous heels are a hint that there might be something hot hidden underneath the monochrome coat. The chain and heel ornaments are so delicate, but at the same time as tough as steel. Try them on and take a close look at the details. Wow.

Coat: LIV-Glam "K Collection - Angel in the Snow Coat"
Dress: LIV-Glam "Even Cowgirls Gets the Blues"
Heels: Miamai "Xanadu Chain Stiletto" (at Shoetopia)
Lipstick: No. 7 "Kissing Lipstick"
Hair: Lamb "Stay Don't Go" (at Collabor88)
Skin: Essences "Olyvia" (50L Friday but similar skins available)
Eyes: Ikon "Ardent"
Eyeliner: by Essences
Lashes: LeLutka "Photoshoot II"
Hands and Feet: by SLink
Poses: by Diesel Works and Epiphany
Love,
Serene

MISS MATCHED

I remember when I was a little kid, the way I would feel an instant attraction to certain things. I was unafraid to follow my magpie heart, so I could walk around in rainbow socks and a ballet tutu, with my pockets stuffed full of pebbles for my rock collection, an off-center ponytail tied with a couple of those bright hair-ties made of yarn. I shoved those plastic jewels on my fingers and pilfered my grandmother's fuchsia lipstick. I never worried once about whether anything matched or how I looked to anyone else.



I miss that. As much as I love a carefully chosen outfit, I have been feeling some restlessness and dissatisfaction in my Second Life, I think because I have not been feeding myself with enough creativity. As much positive feedback as I get from "normal" outfits, I think it's time I put more whimsy back in the mix. I need more whimsy. In both lives.



Shirt: Sassy "Cali Cutie Top - faded blue"
Shirt: Fishy Strawberry "Jeweled Cashmere Sweater" (vintage)
Skirt: LIV Glam "Edwige Salsa" (part of Outfit)
Leggings: Leezu "Glitter Tights"
Socks: Schadenfreude "Cloud Kneehigh Socks"
Shoes: 2Real "E-Wings" (w/ texture change HUD)
Necklace: Katatonik "(Big Alice) Wonderland Pendant" (the Arcade Gacha)
Parasol: Schadenfreude "Cloud Into the Woods"
Hair: Exile "Liv" and "Laya Braid Attachment" (vintage)
Skin: Essences "Opera Summertime"
Lipstick: Pink Acid "Glitter Gloss 02 - Magenta"
Eyes: May Girl "Deep Pink (Lighten)" (vintage)
Lashes: LeLutka "Photoshoot II"
Poses: by Epiphany

Love,
Serene

WILL IT RAIN TOMORROW?

I'm betting yes. It's more than a little breezy, gray, and I just planted some flowers today. It's the gardener's version of Murphy's Law ... at least we didn't plant the tomatoes today.



But I'm ready!!



Shirt: The Secret Store "3D Rose Sweater - Mint"
Bodysuit: Whippet and Buck "Striped Bodysuit"
Jeans: Auxiliary "Skinny Jeans" (they really should be called plumber jeans LOL.)
Shoes: Tres Blah "Saddle Shoes - Brown Floral"
Umbrella: Handverk "April Showers Parasol"
Scarf: Yummy "Bow Scarf - Mint Roses"
Hat: NuDoLu "Chapeau Long Rose Pluie" (gacha at The Chapter Four)
Purse: VCO "Rose Bag - 10" (gacha at The Chapter Four)
Hair: booN "hairpiece COCO73" (for wear under hats)
Skin: PXL "Sophia"
Poses: Epiphany "Umbrella De Rusalka"

Love,
Serene

CHERRY PRINCESS

A modern take on an asian Princess? Wearing a modern peplum done in oriental silks, a new tiara that maybe looks a little Thai, and some juicy avant-kink boots just to make you wonder. Red and Green and Black. The R2 Top and Glam Affair skin with pink cheeks are from Collabor88, the Lassitude and Ennui tiara is available just for December at L'Accessoires venue.



Oh yes boots! Luckily in Second Life I don't have to worry about losing my balance :D



Shirt: R2 "Matsushima Kikuzakura" (Collabor88)
Tiara: Lassitude and Ennui "Dreamer Tiara" (L'Accessoires)
Boots: MV "Dita Boots Cherry"
Pants: Royal Blue "Zip Up Leggings" (unavailable)
Hair: Exile "Liv"
Skin: Glam Affair "Amberly Europa Frostbite" (Collabor88)
Eyes: Ikon "Horizon"
Lashes: Glow Studio "Innocent. eyelashes - pure"
Poses: by Alchemy Immortalis and Epiphany

Love,
Serene

IN A BETTER MOOD

Even Catwoman is occasionally in a better mood, for example at Christmas. Grouchy and cynical most of the year, she over-compensates a little in December. (Okay, a lot.) Today she is ready to install a truly gargantuan outdoor lights display. It is so large, she must use a Grappling Hook to hang the decorations.



That's no problem because she recently purchased Deco's fully functional Grappling Hook and the accompanying heavy duty gloves, suitable for both climbing and rappelling.



LOL this post began as me trying to figure out what to wear with Mina's cat mask and hair, which is one of the fundraising items at the Together for Sway benefit. The accompanying texture-change HUD changes the Mask to five colors, and the hair to a half dozen candied colors. If you prefer normal haircolors, they are available but not also as part of the fundraiser.

Mask/Hair: Mina "Kat" (special edition for Together for Sway)
Shirt: mijn.t "Pepe is My Cat Boodysuit" (oooOoOold fave!)
Pants: The Abyss "Chaos Leather Pants"
Grappling Hook and Gloves: Deco "Grappling Belt and Gloves"(scripted)
Boots: Schadenfreude "Leith Boots" (mesh)(@Collabor88)(customizing HUD)
Ornament Mouthies: A. D. D. Andel "Mouth Ornaments" (Together for Sway)
Earrings: Schadenfreude "Jingle Bell Earrings" (oooOoOldie)
Skin: Glam Affair "Amberly Europa Frostbite" (@Collabor88)
Eyes: Ikon "Horizon"
Eyeshadow: Kooqla "Chameleon"
Poses: by Epiphany

Love,
Serene

GOTTA WEAR SHADES

I study nuclear science
I love my classes
I got a crazy teacher, he wears dark glasses



Things are going great, and they're only getting better
I'm doing all right, getting good grades
The future's so bright, I gotta wear shades



I gotta wear shades ...

It may take more effort this week to see the sunny side of life, but please do. Sometimes it is hard to remember, in the face of evil, that evil is the minority, and is fated to lose.

Jacket: Sassy! "London Jacket" (mesh)
Pants: Sassy! "Tribeca Leather Pants" (mesh)
Camisole: PixelDolls "Tintable Cami" (unavailable)
Boots: Hoorenbeek "Lucille" (group gift)
Glasses: Reek "Junior Shades" (texture change HUD)
Hair: booN "TOM245"
Skin: Kooqla "Spacecat" (sold out @Limited Bazaar)
Poses: by Epiphany

Love,
Serene

MEET MISTER DARCY

... Today I am a Matchmaker. (Call me Miss Woodhouse.)



Clementine is finally old enough to be formally introduced to her prospective mate. Meet Mister Darcy. From the look in her eye, Love at First Sight ... and she is beginning to become accustomed to his presence.



Clementine and Mister Darcy are breedable Starter Horses from Awesome Breed Creations, from their shop at the Christmas Expo. Starter Horses appear to be simply ordinary bay horses, but have hidden recessive traits that can appear in their children. Their offspring will be eligible for breeding, or for training to Race. I can't wait to see the babies!

Dress: Sassy “Julia” (RFL benefit item @Christmas Expo)
Jacket and Hat: Baiastice “Iko”
Leggings: Mimikri “Sequin Leggings”
Gloves: Boom “Dame Elbow Gloves” (mesh)
Shoes: Gos “Dare Booties” (texture change HUD)
Hair: Wasabi Pills “Kylee”
Skin: Kooqla “Spacecat” (sold out @Limited Bazaar)
Eyes: Ikon “Horizon”
Pose: by Epiphany
Horses: Awesome Breed Creations (Starter Horses gift @Christmas Expo)
House: Trompe L’Oeil “Frostbite Cottage” (@Collabor88)
Sled: Cheeky Pea “Chilly Sled” (@Collabor88)
Toy Soldier: ReyCon “Toy Soldier” (old gift unavailable)
Snowman: Rez “rez_snowman” (old gift unavailable)

Love,
Serene