Mr. X and Louise - *NEW* Luxe Paris and Luna @ Instruments

It's winter -- outside there is a "snow shower" --  the air is crisp and cold... the sky is a glorious blue... Mr. X and I love the winter landscape and all the tree branches, stone walls, fences, benches and even roof tops that are nestled  under a blanket of snow.

And, then there are the dark, frigid nights... perfect for cuddling by the fire.  We love to hear the fire crackle --- there is nothing like the sound and smell of wood burning in the fireplace on  a winter evening during a snowstorm.  Feeling cozy I decided to wear one of several  new releases by Luxe Paris called Louise Cape & jeans.  

This classic poncho lends itself to a relaxed drape that is oh so cozy.   This contemporary styled poncho with its  stylish cowl neckline, basket weave texture that is almost 3-D and fringe make it the perfect choice for a night out -- exploring a winter landscape, cuddling by a fire or dancing the night away.

The matching tight suede pants that come with this outfit match the buttons on the poncho's cowl neckline pulling this look together.  Manon Heels by Wicca's Wardrobe with their  particularly unique spike heel and color changing hud just add to this look.  I love the artful design of these shoes.

I have paired this look with "Moon" nails made for slink hands and feet by Luna.  These nails  embellished by  a crescent moon are an exclusive at The Instruments.  They come with a color changing hud in trendy colors that that go with so manystyles.

Wearing:

The Instruments
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/122/235/34
The Instruments Exclusive - Nails - Luna - Moon

Skin - * New* October 4 Seasons - J"adore Pearl
Eye shadow - October 4 Seasons - Flossy
Eyelashes - October 4 Seasons - Captivating Mesh
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Outfit - Luxe Paris *NEW* Louise Cape, Jeans and Boots
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magnum%20Spirit/48/72/26

Shoes - Wicca's Wardrobe - Manon Heels
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/New/113/141/22

Hair -*New* Amacci - Natia - Brown Pack

Mr X and Blanche - New Jumo @ The Instruments

January's theme for the Instruments is Earth...Mr. X told me that the word  "earth" goes back to the 5th century AD with the migration of Germanic tribes from Euope to Britain. The word earth originates from the Anglo-Saxon word erda and its Germanic equivalent erde that means ground or soil.  The new mermaid style gown called Blance at The Instruments has a texture of bare tree branches and will make you  feel like a goddess of the earth.

Wearing this  new release by Jumo, I feel like a goddess, standing at the center of the earth -- forever, in a promise of immortality, the tree of life promises immortality spreading its roots and branches in a cascading network of color. Blanche comes in Earth (worn), flora, forest and sand.

Blanche also comes with a fabulous necklace that is tribal  chic with gold beads, tassels, onyx and bone.  I love it, in addition to two chain bracelets with tassels, matching earrings and two rings.  The jewelry exudes power and grace and catch the light with each step you take.  I could not help but pair this with October 4 Seasons new skin, Guiselle in Mocha.

Earth is the only planet not named after a mythological Greco Roman God; nevertheless, wearing this  exclusive gown by Jumo at the Instruments makes me feel out of this world...it is heavenly and a must have.  It  makes me want to reach for the stars... as I wait for Mr. X... to take me to the moon!!

Wearing
The Instruments
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/122/235/34
The Instruments Exclusive - Gown and Jewelry - Jumo - Blanche in Earth

Skin - * New* October 4 Seasons - Guiselle in Mocha
Eye shadow - October 4 Seasons - Flossy
Eyelashes - October 4 Seasons - Captivating Mesh
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Bindi - Zaara Indian Bride - Saffron

Hair - Emo-tions - Amare

Jewelry & Accessory Expo 2016 Coming February 26th, 2016

The Jewelry & Accessory Expo 2016 is set to kick off on Feb 26th, 2016 !   There are so many naughty and nice things to do, so much to see -- cutting edge fashion, fashion shows by Scala and parties.  You will have to check out the Boylesque Boys  (I hear they are HOT) and the gorgeous Cabaret Girls --- they sizzle. Join the fun  along with Designing SL, ModeLS Magazine, ECLIPSE Magazine, THEMA Publications, ModeLS Magazine, Dope Magazine, L'Homme, MENStuff, WOMENStuff, and, SL Live Radio as the event showcases  the world of burlesque for the 2016 Jewelry & Accessory Expo 2016. Feb. 26th-March 5th, 2016.  I am looking forward to seeing the  Cabaret with a vintage vibe. You will see a bit of Dorothy Parkers NY, Cole Porters Broadway, Tin Pan Alley, and the Follies with a dash of a modern aesthetic to bring it all together. Find classic vintage finds mixed with seamed stockings and just a hint of modern to make it current.  oh la la!

Jewelry & Accessory Expo 2016 is set to kick off on Feb 26th, 2016 with shows from Lazuri and Zibska. Not to mention a host of wonderful other designers including Wicca's Wardrobe, Lavian & Co., and Taox Tattoo to name a few. There will be 60 fabulous designers of Jewelry, Shoes, Purses, Hats, Belts, Make-up, Headbands, Body Jewelry, and more. Faster Pussycat, PurpleMoon Creations, Tres Beau, Kunglers, and Meva, are only a small fraction of the designers who will be present. You will get to see all the creations from the designers on the runway on Friday Feb. 26th, 2015 at  5pm with Siren Productions and SCALA. There are shows and parties planned the entire week!

To stay up to date with goings on including an exciting Boylesque Boys show and one featuring the Cabaret Girls at Jewelry & Accessory Expo 2016 please be sure to visit http://sirenproductionsl.com to grab a complete schedule and more info. 

Mr. X -- all Bandaged Up - Exclusive by Culco at the Instruments

The Instruments is running January 11-25 and this round is dedicated to the Earth and the exclusive offers here will simply take your breath away, like the Bandage Dress created by Culco an exclusive at The Instruments.  Originally, the bandage dress style was created in the 1986 by Azzedine Alaia, Culco has created a perfect example of this dress style to wear in SL.  Originally it was called the bender because of how it bends and molds the figure.  This mid thigh form-fitting dress will be your go to dress for a eye catching night out.

Mr. X loves the form fitting silhouette of this dress that has sexy cutouts with an alluring nude transparent texture coupled with the fabulous color blocking silk fabric with a subtle shine that enhances the hourglass feminine shape. Bandage dresses hug your curves and flaunt them.

Wearing this dress you will feel confident, fierce, and definitely sexy!  I love the fact that the back of this dress is as sexy as the front.   Speaking of Sexy, I paired this dress with the January Group Skin called Capricorn Perfection by October 4 Season Skins.  It comes with two make-ups, two tattoos - one on the thigh and one on the back, appliers for mesh bodies and classic and even a shape!

Mr X told me that a dress makes no sense unless a man wants to take it off of you!

The Instruments
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/122/235/34

Dress: Culco - Bandage Dress @ the Instruments
Earrings: Tracie - Chandelier Earrings @ the Instruments

Skin - October 4 Seasons - January Group Gift Skin - Capricorn Perfection
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Shoes - Wicca Merlin - Carrie Heels
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/New/113/141/22

Hair - Amacci - Bounty

REAL LIFE BLOG ON MY CATS !  
http://catadventuresandproducts.blogspot.com/

Mr. X and Alexia - New - Poet's Heart

Born to purple. She is mistress of all she surveys.  Through the rainy and steamy nights, wandering through the clubs of SL, you must not loose yourself.  The beauty of this new release called Alexia by Poet's Heart is dashing and full of sexy curiosity that will showcase the beauty of your pale face and glistening tears. Alexia comes with a color changing hud where you can change the color of each layer of clothing. The colors are green, blue, black magenta, purple, red and sea green.

This dress in lavish purple is super soft with details that are amazing. I love the way the gothic Lolita bow cape with its high collar and bow accents drapes gracefully over the chest-- a pee a boo look with  a hint of  modesty that make eyes linger on you.

I paired this with Chandelier Drop Cristal Earrings by Tracie.  I love the lavish cascading crystals of these glamorous earrings.  The hair is new from Amacci called bounty and  is available at the Hairology event.  The skin is October 4 Seasons - Zulay Marigold and the funky shoes are from Wicca's Wardrobe and come with a handy color changing hud.

The tight corset is a sculpting master piece of artful seams that will leave you breathless...it's binding and beautiful.  The angles go from wide to narrow and are incredibly flattering.  Add the insidiously flirty skirt with its lace accents and bows that is innocent and seductive at the same time.  After all the flirtatiousness of a school girl turned woman is truly irresistible...this is what Mr. X whispered in my ear...

Dress - Poet's Heart - Alexia
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ecstasy/44/29/23

Earrings -Tracie - Chandelier
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Moor/228/34/2972

Skin - October 4 Season - Zulay Marigold
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003
Eyeshadow- October 4 Seasons - Flossy
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Shoes - Wicca Merlin - Carrie Heels
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/New/113/141/22

Hair - Amacci - Bounty

Mr. X & Last Day for POE Hunt - Purplemoon and {AnaMarkova}, ::X::., Always Desing

Today, January 9th is the last day for the POE hunt.  My advice is to get out there and look for those globes because there are some real quality finds and all are FREE.  Mr. X helped me find this gorgeous gown by Purplemoon called Velvet Gown in Gold and Black...need I say more?  I love the shimmering crinkle textured gold top and the black crushed velvet of this elegant gown that has a deep slit up the front.

Another gift at POE is the sheath dress in a dual colored satin texture of red and white with a snow leopard fur stole by {AnaMarkova} called Vicki/Victoria.  This superb creation announces your presence the minute you enter the room.  This outfit also comes with a generous gift of matching heels for slink high feet.

Best of all Vicki/Victoria by {AnaMarkova} also has a single color option in red silk making this POE hunt exclusive a must have.

Another great find for a formal affair is the gorgeous gown by .::X::.  called Elegant Strapless Dress with Bow - Pale - L.  I love the deep V cut plunging neckline that is intricately beaded. This gown has a cute bow accent around the waist and a fabulous sheen to the misty colored silk ball gown.

Always Desing is offering a cute dress with deep cutouts and embellished with snowflakes for gals and a matching outfit for the boys!  If you are friends or a couple, this is a great way to go out together and match!

Wearing - POE EXCLUSIVES:

Purplemoon -Black and Gold Gown
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Etherea/168/73/22

 {AnaMarkova} - Vicki/Victoria
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Islas%20Ballestas/211/251/25

::X::.  - Elegant Strapless Dress
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Quartz%20Falls/47/15/2502

Always Desing - She
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Always%20Design/216/134/23

SKIN - *NEW* - October 4 Seasons - Guiselle Marigold
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Mr. X and Flo - new Sascha's Designs

I hear the far off strains of a symphony...and dream of an evening at the opera, La Scala perhaps... seated in red velvet chairs with gold tassels, drinking fine champagne... and wearing Sascha Designs new dress called Flo that is perfect for a night out.

Flo is 50% mesh and also has flexi skirts and a gorgeous fur wrap.  I love the deep slit up the leg and the excellent silk texture of this gown.  It comes in a wide array of colors including: gold, snow sparkling white, red, teal, black and bronze. Each version comes with a matching fur stole.

Opera is complex not only for those that perform it but also for the listeners. It takes time and patience to understand it... but, Mr. X and I think it is well worth it because opera offers such deep passionate sensations of spirit that are sure to last a lifetime....

Wearing
Gown and Stole - *New* - Flo - Sascha's Designs
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Schlossberg/242/84/22

Skin - *New* - Guiselle Marigold - October 4 Season Skins
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Hair - *New* - Sugarplum - Vanity Hair

Mr. X and Irina Baboom at Swank and Guiselle October 4 Seasons

She still fascinates me you know... this is what Mr. X confided in one of his friends, and everyone likes her... (no kidding I thought what is not to like --- giggles)   Even mah jongg... he thinks I am lady luck!   Speaking of lucky, I just heard of a new fashion venue, new to me anyway, called Swank...and I like the sound of that!  I dropped in and could not help but pick up this great cocktail dress by Baboom called Irina.

 I love the "swank" fur stole in leopard (PETA APRROVED ) and  the chains that bring it all together -- it is indeed "swank".  I also love the way Baboom has embellished this rich claret colored dress with gold stripes... it is perfectly accented and the deep slit up the front makes this dress a must have!

Of course, I am wearing my favorite skin -- at the moment anyway (I love all of October's Skins) -- it is Guiselle in Blossom by October 4 Season Skins... gorgeous -- and, yes, thank you for making these sexy vintage red lips and the mole on the upper lip.... Mr. X says... oh la la!   There is also a new group gift out with appliers, make up and even a shape !!! I will be blogging it but it is fantastic... and sexy too.  Tonight I think fondly of Mr. X and all our adventures -- I miss him -- even though the floor is heated... Mr. X I am waiting at the party for you.... hurry....

Wearing

Dress New Irina  - Baboom Exclusive @ Swank
Stole - New - Raquel Leo Exclusive @ Swank  (also comes in white polar fox)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Manatoba/192/11/24

New - October 4 Season Skins - Guiselle Blossom
 http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Hair - Vanity - Moonriver - ombre natural

Mr. X and Zsar - *new* Zed Sensations & Guiselle October 4 Season Skins

I told Mr. X this morning that I didn't want to get out of bed because it was so cold out... minus ten F omg!  His suggestion was to put on a sexy new release called Zsar by Zed Sensations and tp to a more temperate climate like Coeur d'Azur....how romantic!  I am wearing October 4 Seasons new skin, Guiselle in Papavar that is as warm and sensual as the sweet Mediterranean Sun.

Speaking of romantic I love this new artistic cocktail dress by Zed Sensations with its' gallery of shades, asymmetric lettuce-cut hemline and sexy off the shoulder long sleeve that is sheer and delightful.

Zsar is as pleasurable to wear as it is to see!  Best of all it comes with a color changing hud offering 13 colors that are trending from blue to coral, gold to lavender.  Zsar is also compatible with Slink - hourglass and phusique (I am wearing that), Belleza freya, isis and Eve pulpy & slim.

Wearing:

Dress- Zed Sensations *new* Zsar
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Static%20Beats/84/236/59

Skin - October 4 Seasons -*new* - Guiselle Papavar
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Hair - Vanity - Never Wanted You

Mr. X & New Year AND New Store - Lybra Rage

A new year... I awoke to the sounds of drums, cymbals, gongs,  suo-na, a many-piped instrument whose sound reverberates through the narrow lanes of this ancient hutong. The air is thick as custard with heat, humidity and smog.  I dress to meet Mr. X... and have decided to wear the  new jumpsuit created by Lybra Rage called Donna.  It is created for a woman that has a taste for adventure... this is exactly what Mr. X told me when he saw me in it.... and then asked what are you looking for?

I told Mr. X -- you of course and another new year together!   In my fondest dreams, I want to wake up with him in a faraway place... a place that you get to by small plane or private boat...Mr. X told me, but it's your imagination that really puts you there!  Indeed, and all of you reading this know what I mean...a certain transportive vibration in the soul you came to terms with before setting foot in the ancient stone courtyard.

A time before the soft summer breeze delicately kisses your face.  And wearing Donna with it's sleek scoop neck top and the breezy pants that are a loose, relaxed fit accentuated by a tight belt cinched at the waistline that gives me an hourglass figure is perfect --- I told Mr. X that  I would meet him at the cloud and wind courtyard.... we know that -- it is a place of our fondest hopes and dreams ... and yes..

One thing you must know about Donna by Lybra Rage is that it looks great from the front...  and that it is fabulous from the back!  And, better  yet, it comes with a hud offering (get this) 36 color changing hud for the pantsuit and 20 for the belt and  belt buckle... it is an endless choice of fashion fun in  2016 colors that range in all the trend cutting shades from blue to coral, green to  charcoal and golds... it is amazing --- get to Lybra's NEW  SIM -- that is also amazing!  You must shop there -- best of all  no lag and  great designers and finds... Lybra tells me he has worked on new sim for a while... it is fantastic!

Wearing:

Outfit - *NEW* Lybra Rage - Donna
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sun%20Dream/101/142/2085

Skin - *NEW- October 4 Seasons - Guiselle Papavar
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Mr. X and the Winter Garden Heart Homes and Unique Boutique @ Poe

Mr. X was in a festive mood this morning... talking about the peace and tranquility of nature... and his love for just getting away from it all to a place where he  hears just birdsong and the rustle of leaves in the wind... and fragrant pine scented air.  With that in mind, I went to Heart Homes and picked up their new Winter  Garden Patio set that is made for singles and couples.

I love the excellent rattan texture of the Winter Garden Patio Set that is covered in a dupioni silk texture that matches the rattan perfectly.  This winter porch set  comes with two chairs, a coffee table, a couch and a handy side table, all loaded with single and couple poses.  There is also an activity option that offers cuddles (PG), dancing, reading together and drinks.

I am waiting here in this beautiful winter garden in this comfy set ... the hot chocolate is brewing.. the snow is falling as gently as a tear on the cheek of time... I always tell Mr. X we have time enough... I am excited to show him this new low prim winter garden set.

I think I will suggest to Mr. X that we have a winter garden party...I like that idea... and to be festive as it is the holiday season, I think I will wear this fun gown that I found on the POE hunt (still time to hunt through January 6) by Unique Boutique called Tangled.  I love the texture of this gown that glimmers and glows and the added christmas lights that add a touch a whimsy to this outfit.

I love the idea that the christmas lights -- that change color and intensity form a "stole" for this gown...best of all the Tangled gown is free, just look for the globe 20 meters from your landing point at the store...and get there before January 6.  And, the skin, it is October 4 Season Skins new Guiselle in Blonde... it is gorgeous from the beauty mark above the lip to the 5 make-ups and natural look it comes with... perfect for blondes.

Also, Heart Homes is offering a free New Year's Bear to members at the shop and it is also available on Marketplace for 99L !

Furniture By Aphrodite at Heart Homes - Winter Garden Set
InWorld - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Shopping%20City/244/7/23
Online  Market Place - https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/61699

Gown - Unique Boutique - POE Exclusive
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Gigli%20Vision/182/86/27

Skin - October 4 Season Skins - *NEW* Guiselle Blossom
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Mr. X and Jardis - Ghee and Purplemoon at The Instruments through Jan 4

I told Mr. X... I am leaving early for the country house... it is the first snowfall of the season... the air is crisp and cold...the sky a bruise grey with a myriad snowflakes swirling around me... they are cold on my face... refreshing... just like Mr. X's first kiss of the day.  To get in a snow mood... I am wearing the new exclusive by Ghee called Jadis for the Instruments.  I also love October 4 Seasons skin, Guiselle in Blossom with this gown...wonders if blondes really do have more fun!!!

Jadis is partial mesh with a texture that gently snows... it drifts down the texture of this gown...it is beautiful and hard to capture in a static picture.  Ghee has added a flexi skirt that suggests drama and adds volume and a fur lined collar and fur trimmed long gloves that adds the right touch of elegance. Jadis also comes with a snowfall hud enabling you to create a swirling snowstorm wherever you go! There is also a snowglobe attachment that is great fun.  And, yes, Mr. X I must bring ALL these suitcases to the country house... and yes, you are forever my sherpa!

I have combined this fabulous gown with another exclusive at the Instruments by Purplemoon called Ice Queen.  This fantastic headpiece comes with two antlers that can be attached and a magical crown of snow encrusted diamonds that comes in two sizes - small and large and is the ideal compliment to this winter outfit... so, Mr. X.... let it snow!

Wearing 

Gown - Exclusive at The Instruments - Ghee - Jardis

Headpiece - Exclusive at The Instruments - Purple Moon - Ice queen

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/120/228/1499

Skin - *New* - October 4 Seasons - Guiselle Blossom

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Hair - no longer available - Acedia Albion

Mr. X and Contact - !Lyrical B!zzare at the Instruments

Mr. X asked me to get ready to swing tonight...dance to the music of the roaring 20's -- he promised to swing me around the dance floor...I just can't wait!  I remembered seeing an exclusive release at The Instruments by !Lyrical B!zaare that is just perfect for this type of a party...maybe he will take to me to The Eldorado - one of my favorite haunts of the grid...especially Saturdays at 2 when Sonatta Morales performs a show... they are always different and always intriguing.

Speaking of intriguing I love deep red texture of this swinging sheath dress called Contact by !Lyrical Bizzare that is an exclusive at The Instruments that runs through January 4.  This sweet little number is embellished with long black silk fringe from the top of the knee to just below the knee -- this fringe swings perfectly when we jitterbug!

To top off the look, !Lyrical added a white fur cowl neck that was made popular in the 1930s by Shiaparelli. The cowl neck is said to be inspired by Grecian fashions that specialized in draped  garments that didn't conform to the body's contours.

Wearing:

Dress - Exclusive from The Instruments - !Lyrical Bizzare - Contact
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/120/228/1499

Skin - October 4 Seasons - *new* Guiselle in Marigold
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Hair - Vanity - The Italian Job

Mr. X -Undeniable Charm - *New* Sonatta Morales and Skin - October 4 Seasons - Guiselle Blossom

Mr. X and I have chemistry -- we know it and everyone that see's us together knows it... it is undeniable.  I have not seen Mr. X for a few days, all my fault -- and I miss him terribly... so I decided I wanted to look particularly glamorous when I saw him... and what better to wear than a new release by Sonatta Morales called Aztec.

I love the delicate blue of this 1930s gown that reminds me of a Nordic river that flows through a frozen wasteland under the light show of the far north known as the Northern Lights... this gown is as unforgettable as they are. I love the v neckline of this gown, the silver straps and the gathered flounce skirt that swishes and sways as I walk ensuring every eye will be watching me...as nature intended.

I love the silver art deco styled details in this gown... the synergy is so obvious -- the silver embellishments go with this pale aqua silk gown like Scott and Zelda.  Or Mr. & Mrs. Smith.  The end result is a gorgeous gown that could produce a chemistry induced scandal...that is neither encouraged nor included but is, however, likely...especially when wearing Guiselle in Blossom by October 4 Seasons... it is  gorgeous!

As for the skin, it is one of my new favorites -- Guiselle in Blossom... perfect for blonds.  This skin comes with 5 make -ups with lips  in delicate pastel pink shades, to a deep vintage red to a trendy black lipstick.  The metallic eyeshadow that is coordinated with the lip colors is perfect... and the mole on the left side of the upper lip is entirely kissable.

  Guiselle comes with 5 different make-up options a 3 leg options, appliers for Maitreya, Slink, Omega and Belleza.  Guiselle comes in one of three skin packages, SL Skin and Mesh body appliers, Mesh head and mesh body appliers or mesh head only packages... plus it can be worn by classic avatars - like me as well! Guiselle is as realistic as it is sensual.  The blossom tone is perfect for blondes... now I have to wonder if they really do have more fun......

Wearing

Gown - *New* - Sonatta Morales - Aztec
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Old%20Time%20Prims/142/165/752

Skin - *New* - October 4 Season Skins - Guiselle Blossom
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Hair - Vanity Hair