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Sorrow is the final doll in the Marionette Doll series from theAbyss and I have to admit she's my favorite. As soon as I put this on, I knew it would be the one I chose to wear for Halloween. I'm not sure if it's the runny mascara or the wonderful net gloves, but this one has totally won me over. As much as I love the other two dolls, this one is just...perfect. It also really fits my mood these days.

She's a bit Gothy, a bit Emo, and a lot doll. Sorrow's clothing is also black and red, much like Mystery, but the pattern and shade of red are completely different. Sorrow is...darker. The pattern on the skirt looks more like blood spatter on fishnet than anything resembling polka dots. (although you will find polka dots on the hair bows.)



The solid skirt is wonderful too.

You get the same clothing options as the other dolls but the gloves are an added bonus with this one and a nice touch, I think. I love that they are ripped. They lend themselves well to the overall theme of this outfit. I should mention also that these shapes are modifiable. I didn't change them because I thought they were great as is, but you certainly have the option if you so choose.

Sorrow comes with:

Shape
Skin (pg and mature versions)
Eyes
Prim Eyelashes
Hair (with two different options for the bows)
Stockings (two different options)
Pantaloons (two different options)
Peasant Top (two different options)
Full Corset(two different options)
Half Corset (two different options)
Skirt (two different options)
Victorian Boots (with strings or without)

Ripped Net Gloves
Top Hat
Strings
Face Light
Bow (three options)

Not much more can be said about these dolls that I've not already said in these last few posts. So if you are running around at the last minute looking for a great costume to wear to that special Halloween party, look no futher than theAbyss. Yes, the Marionette Dolls are a bit pricey...but they're totally worth it for a no muss no fuss costume that's unique and fabulous.

Model Info:

theAbyss - Full Avatar - Sorrow_Marionette Doll

Poses:

Photo 1 - Luth - Melancholy 11

Photo 2 - Luth - Melancholy 01

Photo 3 - Luth - Melancholy 04

Photo 4 - Luth - Melancholy 01

Photo 5 - Luth - Melancholy 09

Mystery is the second doll in the Marionette Dolls series from theAbyss. She is just as lovely as the first doll, Magic, yet very different. Where Magic is dark, Mystery is light. Her hair is an eye-catching full bright blonde and her skin is lovely and pale; almost like alabaster. She's an absolutely gorgeous doll.

As with Magic before her, Mystery comes with lots of fun options for mixing and matching. In the photo above, I'm wearing the pattern peasant shirt, the pattern black half corset, and the solid black skirt. I love the red polka dots on this pattern shirt, so I opted for the half corset so as to show off said polka dots.

Speaking of polka dots...

You get two options for bloomers as well. Below I'm wearing the pattern bloomers sans skirt to show you how absolutely fabulous they are. And I have to say, the red and black polka dotted stockings are my favorite in this set.



In the photo below, I've opted for the pattern skirt, a lovely black paisely design, and the full corset, which accomplishes a somewhat different type of sexy than the half corset.



Last but not least is the solid peasant shirt, the half corset and the solid black skirt. The options abound with this set - all pattern, all solid, mix and match, etc. I love versatility. And, I feel I must mention how well done the doll strings are. I've seen doll strings before that just sort of hang there and don't do anything, but these move with the avatar flawlessly and are yet another example of the attention to detail that went into making these sets.

Magic is the first doll in the Marionette Dolls costume series from The Abyss, and I have to say she is spectacular. With hair the color of fire and clothing a lovely shade of purple, she's sure to have many heads turning at those halloween parties.

I'm not a huge fan of purple, but I think it works wondefully well here. You get a ton of options with these costume sets, from the color of the bows in her hair to the pattern on the skirt. You can even decide if you want the marionette strings attached to the shoes or not. I've not had this much fun with a costume in a long time. Wanna see more?



I have on the solid puprle skirt in this photo.


And the pattern skirt in this one:



I love the clothing in this. The peasant top and corset are incredibly sexy and the detail on this is amazing, right down to the row of buttons on the front. The stockings are wonderful and I had lots of fun mixing and matching the different pieces to create unique looks. The colors and textures are stunning and the outfit itself is sexy and sassy. The pantaloons are a fantastic addition to the dress and give the look a touch of whimsy that I adore. Oh, and it looks great even with my regular shape. There are resizing options, should you choose not to wear the shape included in the set, but really this shape is very well done and definitely completes the doll look. The doll strings are very realistic as well, though I chose to not have them attached to the shoes for the photos. But that option is certainly there.

Here's what you get with Magic:
Shape
Skin (pg and mature versions)
Eyes
Prim Eyelashes
Hair (with two different options for the bows)
Stockings (three different options)
Pantaloons (two different options)
Peasant Top (two different options)
Corset (two different options)
Skirt (two different options)
Victorian Boots (with strings or without)
Top Hat
Strings
Face Light
Bow (four options)

The bow options are a nice touch. You can go with the regular bows as in the photos above; however, I think my favorite option is the black bow with pearls.


Of course, the lace bow is lovely as well.

Decisions, decisions.

Fly on over to TheAbyss and snag one of these fabulous dolls for yourself. You can be sure you're going to get a creative, unique, well-made, versatile costume.

Model Info:

The Abyss - Marionette Doll, Magic

Poses:

Photos 2-6 - Long Awkward Pose - Fantasy - Dolly

Photo 1 - Long Awkward Pose - Seduction

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SPIRIT, in conjunction with the SPIRIT Dazzlers, is proud to present SPIRIT's Fall 2008 Fashion Ballet!
WHEN: Saturday, October 25th at 3 pm SLT
WHERE: SPIRIT Dance Theater at Plush Tau 109, 66, 22
SLURL: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Plush%20Tau/109/66/22/
It's a fashion show... It's a ballet... It's a Fashion Ballet!
Come and see the SPIRIT Dazzlers Pro Cheer/Dance Team as they perform original ballet choreography created by Deira Llanfair of LL-Animations and arranged by SPIRIT Dazzlers Director Pyper Dollinger for your entertainment this Saturday, Oct. 25th at 3 pm SLT. As they dip and twirl en pointe, the Dazzlers will also be modeling the last fall fashions and new ballroom and Halloween costumes from SPIRIT, the store for everything cheerleading and dance. Serving as MC will be in-world DJ Payten Harrop. Come early as theater seating is limited and will fill up quickly, and be sure to stay afterwards when all SPIRIT Skins 2.0 will go on sale at 50% off!
The stage is set, the spotlights are on, and the music is playing...don't miss this one-time only performance!

Ever come across a fabulous item during a shopping excursion and just know you HAVE to have it, even though you don't know what you'll wear it with or when?

This happened to me several months ago while strolling through the shops on the PixelDolls Sim Port Seraphine. I came across a store called 2811, which is owned by PixelDolls, and immediately my inner Goth fell in love with the Ragged Black Velvet Skirt Set. I snatched it up as soon as SL would allow me to do so, and couldn't wait to get home to try it on. It was as lovely as the ad, and the movement of this skirt is just gorgeous. It floats so beautifully. Of course, nothing I had looked quite right with it and so I had to give up, resigning this beautiful skirt to the back of my inventory for the time being.

Recently, RL sort of crashed in on me, literally AND figuratively, and so when I logged in, I immediately went for Goth with my look. I wear a lot of different styles of clothing, from beachy casual to couture and I love it all; but I am never more...ME...then I am when I go Goth.

Needing a little pick me up, I pulled that lovely Ragged Black Velvet Skirt out of my inventory and dusted off the cobwebs. Once I put it on, I was determined that this time I would figure out something to pair with it. Surely, in an inventory of over 9000, I could find some sort of top that would complete the look I was aiming for. I started going through every folder, pulling bits and pieces from different outfits, when I finally stumbled upon the Emily Dress from Canimal. This dress is one of the first things I bought as a newbie in SL. I can't remember what it cost, but I know it was very cheap, if not free, cause I did not have any money almost a year ago, when I first logged into this crazy virtual existience.

So, being the fan of mixing and matching that I am, I threw on the black and red corseted Emily top with my lovely Ragged Skirt and voila! Finally, the look I was going for.

More behind the jump!

Of course, no look is complete without accessories. I added the Digital Adornments Cassanora Jewelry Set that I picked up from Digital Knickers. It's the perfect touch of romantic, old world elegance I wanted for this outift. And just for the Gothy punk "Yes I remember the 80's," I added the Sanity Jelly Bracelets from WRONG. These bracelets are aptly named, I have to admit. They've saved my sanity many times whilst hunting for accessories for different looks. They go with almost everything. Probably one of the most important pieces of any outfit is the hair. My go-to Gothy hair is the MeriJayne II from ETD, and it was my first and last choice for this outfit. This time, I decided to try it in Smoke and I think it works well for the "black and red from head to toe" thing I've got going on with this look.


Of course, I must have tattoos when I go Gothy, and what better set then the Apnea Tattoos from SN@TCH?

Stockings and boots were fairly easy choices for this look. The stockings from theVexed outfit by Mischief are the perfect combination of seams and fishnet. And for Gothy boots, nothing beats WRONG's Basic Boots in Black.

A lovely mix and match outfit, some pieces old, some new, and some had never seen the light of day. I'm so glad I finally found a way to wear this Ragged Skirt from 2811. It's one of my favorite items and now, not only do I feel very ME, I'm perfectly dressed for hunting all those pumpkins.

Photography by Arcadia Nightfire, MDR Studios

Model Info:
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: ETD - Merijayne II, Smoke
Manicure: Sin Skins - Glitter Manicure, Black
Tattoo: Sn@tch - Apnea Tattoos
Top: Canimal - Emily (part of an outfit)
Skirt: 2811 - Black Velvet, Ragged Skirt Set
Stockings: Mischief, Vexed (part of an outfit)
Shoes: WRONG - Basic Boots
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Digital Adornments - Cassanora, Garnet
Studio Sidhe: Delight Belly Ring, Pewter
WRONG - Sanity Jelly Bracelets

First, Mariska Simons of Blacklace got me to wear zebra print with her Primal Instinct set. And now...now she's accomplished the unthinkable. Arcadia is wearing orange.

*cue shocked gasps*

Blacklace has released two special edition sets today that are definitely a Halloween treat.
This is the Halloween Edition of one of my favorites from the new line, Velvet Touch.


Again, the color on this is simply stunning and the texture on this corset set is to die for. It has gotten rave reviews.

The other set that has been released in Halloween orange is Foxy. Foxy is a lovely satin corset set from the new Fall Line at Blacklace. The orange is so vivid on this, it feels like you're dressed in flames. Oh, and this Halloween set makes it the third one in my inventory. I also have it in red, and gold. Hmm...fall colors. Imagine that.

Mariska was nice enough to gift these to me last week, but I told her I'd wait to blog them until they were put up for sale. And since you are reading this, you know that yes, they are finally up at Alphamale & Blacklace for 398L each. TP there and look for the pumpkins.

But hurry! There are only about two weeks left until the most important day of the year and after Halloween, these two sets will disappear into the night never to be seen again.

Model Info:

Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: ETD -Phoebe, Blonde Orange
Lingerie: Blacklace - Velvet Touch Halloween Edition
Shoes: ZHAO - Shy, Black
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
::Genesis:: - Trick or Treat Choker
Earthstones - Belly Ring, pentacle/gold
Poses: Striking Poses - Heidi Klum_5
Long Awkward Pose - Rawkstar9

Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: ETD - Merijayne II, Chocolate
Manicure: Sin Skins - Glitter Manicure,Crimson
Lingerie: Blacklace - Foxy, Halloween Edition
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
::Genesis:: - Trick or Treat Choker

Pose: Striking Poses - Zooey Deschanel_6

Striking Poses - Katherine Heigel Picks Gift_1

I am so sorry that I forgot to add the LM's to AD store. I was so excited to get the post up that I forgot to add it. Here ya go...ther are two locations for you.
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Caernars%20Demise/143/119/92
also at
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Sconfinate/159/45/22

Sorry again....Now get out there and Happy Shopping!

My friend and co-dancer in Pixelle Ballet, Vivienne Darcy had sent me some reviews from a friend of hers, Alexa Sideways. When I opened them up I was so impressed with her work that i had to make sure I got them up here for you all to see. She is a great up and coming designer that really puts alot of detail and hard work into her creations.
She began making shirts for a dj at her club and grew from there with working and trying and trying and working at getting things to work just the way she wanted them.

The picture on the front page that I am wearing is called Alya. I love the detail and stiching in the jeans and the length and fit of the leg. The low waisted sexy placement is a good pointer as well. Tiana has on Violet, and this comes with the short and an a line skirt as well. I find the fitting of the skirts to fit very well and no adjustments were needed...Thank goodness.

In this outfit , Phoenix, I feel a bit of the oriental flare with the awesome texture and look. The just barely enough coverage of the skirt and the very sexy back cut outs. I love it. Tiana has on Vivi, the Sophisticated but hot look with an attached ruffle at the collar bone area and the fit again is exquisite and has a slit up the side that goes forever..hehe

My new favorite little black dress is the Lacey. The lacy look and feel of this hot little number is at the top of my dress list. The fit is short and shows off the long sexy legs of any avi. Tiana has on Emerald, a cute two piece called . I love the color combinations in this one and the way it fits. Please visit her shop at and see what this designer will come up with next. Great job and keep up the awesome work!
What I am wearing:
Outfit 1 (first page and top here): Alya
Skin:Redgrave-Chloe
Eyes:Glanz-TrueBlue
Hair:DenierCri(DC)-Shaggy-black dip
Shoes: L&E signature Sandals

Outfit 2: (Middle pic) Phoenix
Skin:Redgrave-Chloe
Hair:ETD-Sofia Black
Eyes:Glanz-trueblue
Jewelry:amandote white pearls on black bracelet, earrings and necklace
Shoes:Zhao-Sadie

Outfit 3-Lacey
Skin:Redgrave-Chloe
Eyes:Glanz-freshblue
Hair: MS-Rich-Coco
Watch: SPIRIT-Claire Cheerleader
Ring-JCNY-Calla Lilly-Wedding ring

What Tiana is wearing:
Outfit 1: Violet
Skin: Skin: Simone! Starlet Medium Tan/Black/Smoke/Sweetheart/Closed
Hair:FD-Casey
Eyes:Glanz-Forest Green

Outfit 2: Vivi
Skin: Skin: Simone! Starlet Medium Tan/Black/Smoke/Sweetheart/Closed
Hair:FD-Kylie-Chocolate
Eyes:Glanz-Forest Green
Shoes:LC-Vamp-Eileen shoes

Outfit 3: Emerald
Skin: Skin: Simone! Starlet Medium Tan/Black/Smoke/Sweetheart/Closed
Hair:FD-Angelina-Sangria
Eyes:Glanz-Forest Green
Shoes:Vamp-Davina-Platinum

Ah, the wonder that is Blacklace. In a continuation of my last post, I shall share with you some of the other wonderful things I bought when the new Fall Line went on sale.

Foxy is a stunning corset set that comes in a myriad of color choices. I chose the Gold one, which is very unusual for me. I never wear yellow, and I tend to stay away from any variation thereof as a general rule, but I just fell in love with this. That's another thing I love about Mariska's designs...her colors are so rich and seductive that they make me step outside of my comfort zone and buy colors I'd never really considered before. The detail on this is exquisite, as it always is with a Blacklace design. Look how lovely the lace pattern is on this corset...

The black lace and gold satin work togehter to create an eye-catching corset. As an added bonus, the designs come with this wonderful Blacklace charm bracelet in gold and in silver, which makes hunting for accessories that much easier. As good as this set looks from the front, we mustn't forget the all important "rear view".

I love love love the little prim bow attachment, and the long black gloves lend an air of sexy sophistication. And last, but never least are the lovely seamed black stockings. Is there anything sexier?

To see the rest of my finds at Blacklace, click the jump.

Next up is Enchanted. This lovely pearl satin set is perfect for that blushing bride on her wedding night, or it could be worn under a lovely evening gown when going out on the town. Imagine taking off that gown and revealing this to your lover? Its the perfect blend of innocence and sexuality.

Again, notice the lovely texture on this piece. It is a visual delight, both in texture and design. I've spoken about how well Blacklace lingerie hugs the curves of awoman's body, and this set is a wonderful example. Notice how the garters, panties, and stockings all work together to create the perfect heart-shaped derrière? It's details like this that make me love Blacklace. I'd say this set is aptly named.

From innocent sexuality to sultry seduction, Velvet Touch just exudes sex. This velvet corset set caught my eye in red and instantly made me think "Va Va Voom." I paired it with the model 01 hair from ::69:: for that pinup girl look.

Of course, you can only lay down with that hair pose, so I switched hairs in order to show you that fabulous "rear view" Mariska is so adept at creating. This rich and seductive set is going to be a favorite.

Mariska was nice enough to gift me with the next outfit, Precious. This wonderful set can be worn two different ways. The first, as a lovely little babydoll, is quite stunning. The texture on the lace is lovely, and I adore the prim bow, of course. Sweet and seductive at the same time...exactly what a babydoll should be.

You can also wear it as a simple bra and panty set. The shape of the bra on this one is very interesting, and again notice the glorious red color. (I left the prim bow on because it was too cute to take off.)

Lovely detail on the waistband of the panties too. I love the shape and pattern on this set. They're quite fun and unique.

So, now you've seen most of the wonderful items Blacklace is offering us lovers of lingerie for the fall. There are several things I did not blog, though, so be sure to go and check them out when you're there snagging some of the wonderful sets I did mention.

Oh, and remember how I was tempted to go buy Primal Instinct, the zebra print set Rhodesy so graciously modeled for us last time? Yeah. My resistance only lasted a day.

All photography by Arcadia Nightfire, MDR Studio.

Model Info - Foxy
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: ::69:: Model Hair 02,Light Brown
Lingerie: Blacklace-Foxy Gold Satin & Black Lace Corset Set
Shoes: ZHAO -Shy II
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Earthstones - Pentacle Belly Ring, Gold
Yak & Yeti - Bollywood Jewelry, Gold/Tourmaline
Pose: Boudoir Rouge -Rouge - Celebration 38
Boudoir Rouge - Rouge - Naughty - Shy

Model Info -Enchanted
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: ETD - Hayden - Smoke
Lingerie: Blacklace- Enchanted Pearl Satin Corset Set
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Earthstones - Timeless Pearl Set
Pose: Ana_Mations - Photographers Chaise
Boudoir Rouge - Rouge - Celebration 39

Model Info - Velvet Touch
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: ::69:: -Model Hair 01-Light Cocoa & Boon NMR32 Hair, Chestnut Small
Lingerie: Blacklace-Velvet Touch - Red Velvet Corset Set
Shoes: Pixel Mode - Cocktail Shoes, Bloody Mary
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Cailyn's -Spira Belly Pierce, Silver/Ruby
Damsel - Estelle Set, Platinum/Ruby
Blacklace - Blacklace Signature Logo Charm Bracelet, Silver
Pose: ::69:: Model Hair 01 Pose & Boudoir Rouge - Rouge -Celebration 7

Model Info - Precious:
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: the Abyss -Secret, Blood
Lingerie: Blacklace- Precious - Red Satin & Lace Baby Doll
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Pose: Amacci - Female Pillow 2 - Gold

Model Info - Primal Instinct
Skin: Deviant Kitties - Voodoo Luffly -Sunkiss
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: the Abyss -Secret, Blood
Lingerie: Blacklace- Primal Instinct, Red
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Pose: Long Awkward Pose - Cuteness

Hello everyone, hows things in your neck of SL going? I have been very busy and am happy to be back here blogging for you. Its thanks to great friends that keep my clothing store LM's inventory going. This next shop is no exception. I was brought to it by a good friend and really like what i saw. The name of the store was NO PINK.

The store has a punk rock feel to it as you enter, but taking a better look I find that anyone can find a style they like. I myself went with the awesome t-shirts they have and a double layer shirt. What caught my eye with the yellow shirt you see in the pic is the shirt tail sticking out the bottom. Great detail and the casual look that I love. You can also make it tucked in but don't know why you would want to do that unless your going to SL court. LOL. The t-shirts are not to be overlooked either. What I didn't notice at first was the folding wrinkle shading in the belly area. It is so real looking and looks like all my shirts I have in my closet in RL.

The selection of pants though i feel is where they excel. I was short on time and was only able to get one pair but i love them. I took some pics of the detail of the pants. The cuffed bottoms and the button fly.


Put them together and you get great casual outfits. Check them out I am sure you will like what you see.

Shirt: Legendary
Pants: Used jeans blue
Skin: Redgrave
Hair: Good Life
Jewelry: FKNY
Shoes: Shiny Things

Shirt: Left shirt is famous Right shirt is
Pants: Used jeans blue
Skin: Redgrave
Hair: Good Life
Jewelry: FKNY
Shoes: Shiny Things

Pants: Used jeans blue
Skin: Redgrave
Hair: Good Life
Jewelry: FKNY
Shoes: Shiny Things