The search for the Ghee Girl 2016 is on - deadline Jan. 29

Could YOU be the Ghee Girl 2016? The Ghee Girl is confident, fun, self assured and stylish. Her wardrobe is the envy of all, and she turns heads when she enters the room. She's artistic, creative and has a real passion for fashion, She knows how to dress for every occasion and she's as comfortable burning up the dance floor as she is gracing the top fashion runways. She dares to be different. She's unique, classy and inspiring. And she's much much more than just a pretty clothes hanger - she has brains as well as beauty, she's a hard worker and a great team player too. She has a great social media presence. She has all it takes to represent one of Second Life's most dynamic fashion brands.

The Ghee Girl competition will consist of styling challenges, live runway walks, a photo/social media challenge and an interview, taking place from January 2016 to the grand finale on 12th March 2016.

One lucky winner will become the Ghee Girl 2016 and receive a fabulous prize package including:

* 20,000L$ cash
* A Cover and feature interview in ModeSL Magazine
* A feature article and photoshoot in The Edge fashion section of Windlight Magazine
* A portrait and a themed photo from Tempest Rosca Photography
* A head shot by award winning photographer Pam Astonia
* An invitation to The QueenS group and the opportunity to participate in all their campaigns and missions.
* 5,000L$ Store Credit at Chop Zuey
* 2,000L$ Store Credit at IsoMotion
* 1,000L$ Store Credit at Tres Beau
* 750L$ Store Credit at Astralia
* A car from Jupiter Motors
* A unique original mesh crown by Ghee and Francisc Mesh Designs.
* Appear in print advertisements, videos, vendors and runway shows for Ghee throughout 2016
* An Invitation to the Ghee Models and Bloggers group
* All new releases from Ghee in 2016

The First Runner-Up will receive:
* 5,000 L$ cash
* Tempest Rosca Photography - 1 Single Shot - Head/Portrait/Body
* 500L$ Store Credit at Astralia
* 500L$ Store Credit at Tres Beau
* An invitation to the Ghee Bloggers and Models group
* Appear in a Vendor Advertisement for Ghee
* A car from Jupiter Motors

The Second Runner-Up will receive:
* 1,000L$ Cash
* Tempest Rosca Photography - 1 Single Shot - Head/Portrait/Body
* 250L$ Store Credit at Astralia
* 250L$ Store Credit at Tres Beau
* An invitation to the Ghee Bloggers and Models group
* Appear in a Vendor Advertisement for Ghee
* A car from Jupiter Motors

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VISIT THE GHEE BLOG FOR DETAILS OF HOW TO ENTER:

http://ghee-sl.blogspot.co.uk/2015/12/announcing-ghee-girl-2016-competition.html

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If you have any questions or queries, please contact Spirit Llewellyn, Ghee Girl 2016 Manager by notecard in the first instance.

Stay in touch with ghee online:

Blog:  http://ghee-sl.blogspot.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ghee.sl

Mr. X and Gaia - New Faster Pussycat @ The Instruments

It's like awaking from a dream... all I remember is the lullaby... soft, sweet...like soft rain on petals...and then the world of spirits and Mr. X.  Waking... I found a marvelous gift from Faster Pussycat.  The gown called Morty Gown Blue is an exclusive by Faster Pussycat at The Instruments and comes in purple and blue.

Morty Gown Blue has a dreamlike sublimated texture that reminds me of an the impressionist painting -- or a stained glass window by Tiffany... wearing it I feel like walking art.  Morty Gown Blue is an elegant mermaid styled gown befitting a princess  that anticipates spring and is somewhere between demure, ultra feminine and  romantic and totally worthy of an earthly goddess!

The matching floral crown called  sold separately is  the perfect addition to Nymph.  Wearing it  you will feel as powerful as Gaia, the Greek Goddess that rose out of chaos and  is Mother Earth.  Flower crowns were common in ancient Greece; and were worn on special occasions to honor the gods. This floral crown contains a blend of small pink and blue roses, wrapped up with foliage and accented with silver rams heads and spikes of silver power that radiates strength and beauty.

The Nymph headpiece and gown is pure romance with flowers and leaves details that add to the pretty gown making even the most cynical fashion girl swoon and feel the  sovereignty  of the goddess and the regenerative power of earth.

If you don't want a gown, Faster Pussycat is also offering a snazzy fur vest and satin jeans called Mila.  It is mesh and comes in four colors including aubergine, blue, nude and violet.

Wearing - Instruments Exclusive
Gown - FP Morty Gown Blue - Faster Pussycat
Headpiece - FP Nymph - Faster Pussycat
Mila - Blue - Faster Pussycat
Nails - Moon - Luna
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/120/228/1499

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

Hair -Gaia - Emo-tions

There is Still Time -- Eshi Otawara Closing Shop Jan. 19

It is with great sadness that I write this... for the moment Eshi Otawara, one of my all time favorite designers is closing her shop on January 19... two words of advice - GET THERE.  Mr. X loves her designs, as an accomplished builder he more than appreciates Eshi's techniques and her artistry -- and he is not alone -- many of us marvel at Eshi's creations.

I remember when I first discovered Eshi's shop -- called Chocolate -- I thought I died and went to SL heaven with the amazing designs and textures Eshi created -- wearing her clothes made me feel beautiful -- I felt like walking art...I still do when I wear Eshi.

To me her designs are timeless. Her textures are flawless and when you are that good you don't need mesh.  Each time I would get a notice that a new design was out -- I think I was the first at the store... I couldn't wait to see what that fabulously creative mind made.... this time... you see, with Eshi, you never know what to expect.

Eshi's designs range from avant guard gowns and sexy cat suits to sci-fi garb that is out of this world.  And, then, there are her hats -- and make up and jewelry... all so well done.  In this blog I am   trying to show a range of Eshi's designs, but sadly this is just the tip of the iceberg.... go visit the shop and see for yourself....

Wearing:
Koi Spring - Black and White - Eshi Otawara
http://slurl.com/secondlife/blackLiquid/52/33/503
Hair - Shinobun 2 - Tukinowaguma
Skin - Guiselle Blossom - October 4 Seasons
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Wearing:
Opium - Red - Eshi Otawara
http://slurl.com/secondlife/blackLiquid/52/33/503
Hair - Shinobun 2 - Tukinowaguma
Skin - Guiselle Blossom - October 4 Seasons
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

Wearing
Radiant - Red - Eshi Otawara (this dress is amazing -- and has a lot of particle action that a still photo cannot capture)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/blackLiquid/52/33/503

Wearing
Popi - Eshi Otawara (a personal favorite)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/blackLiquid/52/33/503

REAL LIFE BLOG ON ......
http://catadventuresandproducts.blogspot.com/

Mr. X and <*>B<*> at the Instruments and Ghee

Mr. X wants to wander today... and I want to look extra special for him.  I have missed him the past few mornings because I have the dreaded flu...and because sometimes, timezones are a real -- ok, I'll say it, a bitch!

I don't want to blend in with everyone else... so I decided to head over to the Instruments.  I found the most fabulous trench coat called Fola Coat Royal by <*>B<*> -- it's perfect! It comes with tons of details like a contrasted collar, wrinkles just the right way, covered buttons down the front and a contrast belt at the waist and sleeves. I combined this with Ghee's Cerulean Turtleneck Sweater, Tights and matching shoes.  Ghee is also participating in the Instruments and I will blog their exclusive this coming week -- it is to die for!

The Fola styled trench coat has fitted princess seams that create a fabulous look- Fola Royal comes in a trendy abstract pattern, another choice is called Mauve Mist, an  attractive floral print that I paired with Ghee's Aubergine tights and sweater.  And, for those that like a monochromatic look, Fola also comes in black and grey.

I just couldn't resist blogging another exclusive by <*>B<*> called the Burna Coat and Dress, it comes in many colors, but I fell in love with the rich color called  Cognac -- to  be honest, I could go for a healthy shot of it right now... for medicinal purposes of course!

Wearing
Exclusive at the Instruments
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/120/228/1499
<*>B<*> -
Coat: Fola Royal, Fola Mauve Mist
Coat and Dress - Burna in Cognac
Nails - Moon by Luna
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSTRUMENTS/120/228/1499

*New* - Sweater  (regular and turtleneck) Tights and Shoes - Aubergine and Cerulean - Ghee
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Qeestein/32/224/1501

*New* Skin - Guiselle - Papavar  - October 4 Season Skins
Eyeshadow - Electra - October  4 Season Skins
Eyelashes - Captivating - October 4 Season Skins
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/October%20Enterprises/115/126/3003

REAL LIFE BLOG ON.......http://catadventuresandproducts.blogspot.com

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.