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Another thing I love about Mariska as a designer is that she understands the way lingerie should fit a woman's body. Blacklace lingerie does whata good lingerie should do; it accentuates the sensual aspects of a woman's body; hugging those slopes and curves and accentuating the beauty inherent in the female form.

For a look at more of the new Blacklace designs, click the jump.

As much as I love leather, latex will always have a place in my wardrobe. I love the sexuality of it, the look and the feel. Nothing feels quite like latex next to the skin. Then there is how it makes you feel. For me, latex makes me feel strong and confident, and in control. So when I saw the Black Widow Latex Set, I bought it instantly.

Isn't this stunningly sexy? I love the shape of it. Again, see how it flows down the body drawing the eye to all the right places? The gloves extending over one finger is a nice touch, and yet another example of Mariska's attention to detail. This set also comes with these gorgeous seamed fishnet stockings, another favorite item of mine. I love the thong panties too. The Black Widow Latex Set just exudes confident sexuality and I'm sure it's going to be a favorite.

When I tp'd Rhodesy over to Blacklace, she immediately fell in love with the Primal Instinct set. This lovely bra and panty set isn't really my style, but Rhodesy adores it. I admit to not expecting to see a zebra striped bra and panty sete but the combination of the black and white zebra print with the bold colors and lace is quite striking. I love the shape of this. It's sexy and feminine.

It comes in six different colors, and seeing how good it looks on Rhodesy, I'm quite tempted to go back and buy it myself. The clasp on the back of the bra is really very realistic looking, and again notice how well the panties hug her curves.

In my next post, I'll show you the rest of the stuff I bought at Blacklace. Let's hope I don't go back and buy more between now and then. If I do, I hope to see you there. Mariska Simons is one of the the best lingerie designers in all of SL. If you've not been there yet, you are definitely missing out.

All Photography by Arcadia Nightfire and Rhodesy Durant of MDR Studios.

Model Info - Dark Secrets
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: [Curio] - Spiky, Vamp Blue
Lingerie: Blacklace- Dark Secrets Blue Leather Corset Set
Shoes: Falln - Tall Vinyl Boots
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Earthstones - Triple Goddess Belly Ring, Silver
Earthstones - Beautiful Slave Bracelet - Moonstone
Jen's - Vampire Bait Choker
Pose: Striking Poses: Zooey Deschanel_6

Model Info - Black Widow
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - darkturquoise
Hair: the Abyss - Secret, Light Blonde
Lingerie: Blacklace- Black Widow
Shoes: Falln - Tall Vinyl Boots
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
SUS Jewelry - Ruby Eye Belly Stud
Accessories: Whip given to me by my bed from Akaesha's.
Pose: Le Boudoir - Mode d'Ambre - Retro

Model Info - Rhodesy Durant
Skin: Naughty Design Alina Fair Smoky Eyeshadow, Red Lips
Hair: Abyss - Aeon in Poison
Nails: Sin Skins in Glitter Plum
Eyes: Sin Skins Obsidion Violet
Lingerie: Blacklace Primal Instinct: Purple Lace & Zebra Print Set
Bracelet: (included with lingerie above)
Shoes: DDD Platinum Black Toe Classy Sling Heels

How many looks can you create with just one outfit from Riddle?

Well, my answer is three but I'm sure you guys can come up with even more.

Last time I posted, I showed you some of the fabulous stuff from Riddle that I just adore. I don't normally do two posts on one store right in a row, but I wanted to show you how much fun I had creating different looks with the Plaid Short Set from Riddle. I did buy it in two colours, and I do mix and match them once, but even if you only buy one color I think you can change the look of this set dramatically just by what you pair with it.

For the first look, I decided I wanted to try to go couture with these pants, and there's no better way to achieve that than mixing and matching. I took the top from one of my Sexy Business Wear outfits, Manhattan by Mischief, and added it to the Red Plaid Shorts from Riddle. The Tamara shoes from ZHAO give the outfit a certain high-end sex appeal, and the necklace from Viva La Glam and the handbag from BAX Boots tie it all together. Prepster cute is what my friend Rhodesy called this look, and I have to agree. The perfect outfit for a day of shopping, maybe even a lunch date, or even walking the catwalk.
For the next two looks and model info, click the jump.

For my second look, I decided to do something a bit edgy and a bit punk. No surprise there, I know. I mixed and matched the outfits, choosing the top from the red set and pairing it with the bottoms from the Grey set. I added the WRONG Basic Boots for attitude, and the Aleah hair from ETD gave it that sharp edge I was going for. Add the Apnea Tattoos from Sn@tch (based on the rl tats of my favorite Fetish Model in RL) and some interesting jewelry, and you have punk rock chic.

The last look I created is probably my favorite, though it won't be for everyone. I had just been to see a concert by my favorite Goth band in RL, and was feeling that a bit of CyberGoth might be in order. So, I took the Red Plaid Set, added the WRONG Basic Boots, some tattoos and interesting piercings, and then put on my Restless Punk Hair from Goth1c0 to achieve that CyberGoth look I was longing for. I also did something I don't normally do, and changed my eyes. The Shine Purple Sage Eyes really changed the entire look. Funny how the right set of eyes can sometimes make an outfit go from nice to wow. Aren't these gorgeous? I love the combination of green and purple.

So there you are...three different looks from one fabulous outfit, even if I did use two different colors. Now, how many can you come up with?


Model Info For Prepster Cute Look:
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - Dark Turquoise
Hair: The Abyss - Secret, Light Blonde
Manicure: Sin Skins - Glitter Manicure, Crimson
Top: Mischief - Book Smart (part of a full outfit)
Bottoms: Riddle - Plaid Shorts, Red
Shoes: ZHAO - Tamara, Black
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Caroline's - Individual, A Right Hand Ring
Viva La Glam - Exotic Xeenu Necklace, modified
Handbag: BAX Boots - Black Suede Purse

Edgy Punk Look:
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Eye AC - Dark turqouise
Hair: ETD - Aleah, Elika's Brown
Manicure: Sin Skins - Glitter Manicure, Black
Tatoo: Sn@tch - Apnea Tattoos
Outfit: Riddle - Red Plaid Top, Grey Plaid Bottoms
Shoes: WRONG - Basic Boots
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Studio Sidhe: Delight Belly Ring, Pewter
Alienbear Design - Dark SassyII Black Pearl Necklace
WRONG - Sanity Jelly Bracelets

CyberGoth Look:
Skin: Celestial Studios - Charmed Skin 20 (Glitter- Silver 2)
Eyes: Shine - Purple Sage Eyes
Hair: Goth1c0 - Restless Punk Hair, Black
Manicure: Sin Skins - Glitter Manicure, Black
Tatoo: The Sweetest SIn - Sinful
Outfit: Riddle - Red Plaid Set
Shoes: WRONG - Basic Boots
Jewelry: Inks & Kinks Nostril Diamond Stud
Jen's - Eyebrown/lip piercing Joined
Studio Sidhe: Delight Belly Ring, Pewter
Starz - Kinky Buckles, Arm
WRONG - Sanity Jelly Bracelets
WRONG - Spike Band, Black
Accessories: The Abyss - Reflection Goggles

Last week, while scrolling through Iheartsl.com, I saw an ad for a limited edition outfit by Riddle. It was made specifically for the Harajuku Fair and was only available for a few days. The outfit, called {After} School Days, was very cute and a little unusual...unusual enough to make me curious to see what else Riddle had to offer. So, of course, I dropped everything and teleported over there.

I was quite impressed. This fun, quirky store has a little bit of everything, and the prices are VERY reasonable. Don't forget to grab some Cotton Candy on the way in. You'll be there awhile so snacking is not a bad idea. Plus, it makes for cute photos.

The designer, Chrystina Noel, is willing to give us bloggers an outfit to review, so I contacted her and asked for the {After} School Days. She was quite nice, and I enjoyed talking with her. Once I had the outfit in my inventory, I couldn't wait to get back to the studio and try it on.

Now, we all know how it is...sometimes you fall in love with something "on the rack" but when you get it home and try it on, you're left feeling a bit let down. Sometimes the quality isn't what you'd hoped for or it's just not flattering to your shape. But then there are the good times, when you get it home, put it on, and the quality is even better than you thought it was going to be. Such is the case with Riddle.

{After} School Days comes with a ton of different options. Three sleeve lengths for the shirt and two different jumper styles. You could wear just the skirt of the jumper if you wanted. You can wear it with or without the tie, or with or without the leg warmers. Depending upon how you piece this outfit together, the look can be anything from casual to office chic. There's more after the jump.

I chose a more office chic look with the 3/4 quarter inch sleeves, the collar with skull tie, and the skully jumper. (I do love my skulls.) Forgoeing the leg warmers and adding the ZHAO Xinful Boots gave the outfit just the right touch of sexiness.

After trying on {After} School Days, I went back to Riddle to see what else jumped out at me. And the first thing I saw was this Argyle Sweater Dress. If you've picked up anything about my style from reading this blog, you're probably shaking your head in confusion right now.

Arcadia? Argyle? Sweater Dress?

Nooooooo.

You'd be right. I don't generally like Argyle or sweaters, let alone a whole dress made out of it. But this one....this one has skulls!

Cute little skulls in the diamonds of the top. I just...I could not resist it. I tried. I really did! But it called my name so loudly that I gave in and bought it. And then, promptly teleported to Princeton University's SIM to snap some photos.

It's so adorable! I love it. LOVE IT! It's cute, sassy, and my inner goth is thrilled with the tiny skulls. I bought it in red and black, of course, but it comes in four different color combinations. This dress is perfect for those first few months of Autumn when it's not too cold, but not hot either. Another thing I bought at Riddle, which I paired with this outfit, is the Tintable Cableknit Stocking Set. It comes with knee socks, thigh highs, and full tights. The texture is amazing, and--you ready--that's right..tintable! I love it when I can change the color of things. For 120L, that's a steal!

I bought somthing else at Riddle, but you'll have to stay tuned to part two of my "Riddle Me This" post to see what that is. I'm going to show you how versatile the clothing at Riddle is by taking this one outfit and making three different looks out of it. Look for that in a few days.