Saturday, March 1, 2014

Dress for Less - Colors of Spring & Styles By Danielle, NSP, Zuri and... Mr. X

Livia in Blue by Styles by Danielle is a light and breezy floral print shift that is elegant in its' simplicity and perfect for spring. This is the new March Group Gift by Styles by Danielle.  I have paired Livia with sandals by Delinda Abbot of Lindy Modern and Retro Shoes called  Lindy Sandye in Ochre that are an exclusive at MC Fashion Event Colors of Spring through March 12.
Another option from Styles By Danielle is Lorena White, an elegant gown with a deep slit up the side that is embellished with delightful bows. This dress is part of the MegaStuff Hunt that runs from March 1-31.  I have paired this gown with Flower Red Sandals created by Siria87 Galicia of  Siria's  Fashion Room and Design and are exclusive to MC Fashion Colors of Spring Fashion Event with items from 30 to 100 L. 
Sleek and chic, with a bold floral print, the Dark Tribal Bow Gown is an exclusive offer at Colors of Spring by DarkUnicorN resident of  *Uni-qu3 fashion. In soft earth tones of silver, black and tan, the long lines and sweeping hemline of this gown is all wrapped up in a big flowing bow in the back. I have paired this look with Zuri Rayna's Antique Full Set choker, earrings and diadem & bracelet in citrine and olive. Mr. X and I are ready to dance the night away... 
Mr. X has been in a casual mood lately... as spring is around the corner. Norena Soir of NSP Designs brings 15 years of RL floral experience to her designs in SL.  The flirty Josephine Halter Dress with luscious lily attachments is perfect for a spring time ramble through the daffodils... and Mr. X and I love to stroll hand in hand.   This dress is part of the Womenstuff Hunt and the cloche  hat with a retro 1920's feel  is is February's Group Gift that is still out in NSP's Main Store. 
 If you are feeling casually chic, try this cute mesh dress called Boho Country Dress created by Winter Gravois, owner of WinTeRwooD Designs that is an exclusive design at a promo price at the Colors of Spring Event organized by MC Fashion.  I love the pink plaid top with baby blue laces and the skirt of blue and white wildflowers that seem stirred by the breeze as they ripple down the front of this summertime  frock.
Lushish Catz Women's Clothing designed by Kayshia Aristocrat is offering a soft feminine sundress, called Lee for a mere 50L.  The sea green top is embellished with a beautifully embroidered deer and the lace like skirt flows alluringly. This is an exclusive deal not to  be missed at Colors of Spring now through March 12. I have matched this with the diamond tennis necklace from Zuri for a touch of elegance. 
A smoking hot item that is an Exclusive Gift  offered is by Lushish Catz Women's Clothing  is the LushishCatz Eternal Pink Dress... what more can I say.... Mr. X -- his jaw drops.... Wow what a treat! 

Mr. X loves hats... and NSP's Floral's hat, called Neo-Ploom  has detail galore with lace, flowers and feathers... it is chic and elegant... adding a dramatic flair to any outfit. If you want this hat, you can find it at the Rose Princess Hunt.  I have paired this hat with Zed Sensations new release (more on this soon) called Animal Instinct... and it is wildly good!
With so many lovely items to wear, I think I shall let Mr. X choose whatever his fancy is... from 
elegant chic to boho charm.... I know you will be tempted to try them all -- sometimes it is fun to dress for less... and make it work!

MC Fashions  Colors for Spring Lushishcatz, Winterwood Designs, Lindy Sandye,  *Uni-qu3 Fashion, Siria's  Fashion Room and Design and more LM for MC Fashion Store Event

Styles by Danielle Group Gift and hunt item

Note to Fashion Aficionados: Last Call for The Face of Danielle Monthly Contest L $5,000   
To enter monthly contest: 
1.     Join styles by Danielle inworld group
2.     Create two photos (one 1024x1024 full length shot of your avatar wearing Danielle’s casual clothes and one shot wearing Danielle formal gown). No names or logos on photos please!
3.     Acessories do not have to be Danielle
4.     Freebies and member gifts for current month not allowed.
5.     Entries accepted by the end of each month from 1st – 30th starting in November. The winner is announced the following month and will be wearing title for that month.
6.     If you have not won, you can apply again in a different outfit.
7.     Name your notecard Danielle Fashionista 2013/14 with your user name and drop notecard in dropbox at main store. 




Monday, February 24, 2014

Mr. X and Power Flowers – Delice – New Release by Violator

Mr. X is anticipating spring… so is Violator with the new release called Delice made of heavy royal blue silk brocade with a hint of lavender shot through with silver thread flowers that are just dazzling.

On the runways from Paris to London, Milan to New York there were more floral prints than in an Impressionist garden… but not the delicate buds of Monet at Giverny.  Big bold floral prints are all the rage and Delice by Violator captures this trend eloquently.

The jacket of this outfit is emblazoned with big bold chrysanthemum flowers giving the texture an Asian twist.  The hat adds a dramatic flair to this look and is pure sculpture.

The cinched waist, wide belt and intricate shoulder pads give a nod to 1940s chic glamour while the sleek textured mini skirt is totally 60s mod.  Delice cleverly combines looks from different eras in a way that is smart and sophisticated and definitely not your common garden-variety design.

If you take off the chest ruffles, shoulder pads and skirt ruffles, you are left with a slimmed down sexy version of this outfit that holds its’ own.  As part of the Prêt-à-porter Line, Delice comes in black and silver, black and gold, red and gold and blue and silver.  There is an art to dressing well and you cannot miss out with this fantastic and versatile style.
I am wearing a new skin by Morphine -- it is fresh and dramatic with perfect shading and perfectly shaped lips.  I had the opportunity to interview the creator of this fine line of skins for an upcoming issue of Moolto.com.

Wearing: Delice - Blue and Silver - Violator



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Sunday, February 16, 2014

Mr. X and the Nude Beauty - new release by © Champagne! Sparkling Couture

There is something so elegant about understatement --- sometimes less is really more.  Nude Beauty, the newly released mesh gown by Enzo Champagne by © Champagne! Sparkling Couture that was worn by Miss Virtual World (MVW) Puerto Rico is a perfect example of this sentiment and it is simply magnificent.
 Men will melt at the soft silk pastel peach sweetheart cut bodice that traces your curves down to the mermaid skirt that cascades in translucent pale peach silk with a hint of delicate lace that is like the sunrise in Puerto Rico.

Mr. X tells me I make every moment breathtaking wearing this slender curve hugging dress.  Nude Beauty begins to flair at the knee with soft flowing layers of the sheerest silk  that seem to glimmer with gold creating an elegant mermaid ruffled bottom that produces a balanced and eye-catching look.

Gorgeous gold leaves embellish the front and back of this dress adding a touch of dramatic elegance that hints at the glittering golden sunsets of the Caribbean.  Ah tonight Mr. X and I will samba the night away in a hidden cove… a place for lovers to revel.

I paired this dress with the ever so delicate Embrace Asian peach and gold necklace, earrings and bracelet set created by Zuri Rayna along with her newly released Heart Ring in gold opal.  The Embrace Jewelry set is made in rich chocolate gold with heart shaped peach colored gems giving it a timeless look that endures through trends adding to the classic look of this gown.

Nude Beauty… is flirty and romantic…sure to become a favorite.

Wearing: Nude Beauty- © Champagne! Sparkling Couture

Jewelry- Zuri Rayna
Embrace Asian Peach and Gold Set
Heart Ring – Gold and Opal

Hair - - Wasabi Pills – Casey in Gingerbread