Laura's Lair: May 2016

5.30.2016

Not High Enough

My dad was a teacher and an avid reader. I definitely learned my love of reading from him. This pic reminds me of my childhood home, actually. If we could still reach a book, the stacks weren't high enough! My mom would get after my dad to straighten up his collection. Many weekends, my dad would be sitting on the floor amid a pile of books, sadly trying to decide what to donate or trash. Then most of them would get stacked up again, donated to ME. ;)

How can there be a thing such as too many books??

CREDITS:

Hair - Rezology - Marketplace

Sky 201

Eyes - Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Jewelry - Zuri Jewelry - InWorld / Website / Facebook / Flickr

Czarina Necklace, Earrings, Bracelets, Brooch

Dress - TASHI

Lorena (Standard Mesh Sizing)

@ Addicted to Black Event until June 19th !!

Heels - Flippant - Inworld / Marketplace / Website / Facebook / Flickr

Fresh Sandals

For more pics of these sandals & info, see my post HERE

Poses - Verocity - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Amira 5, 3

(Updated Now With Mirrors!)

Lighting: LUMIPro 2016

Location - Netherwood

Moments Before His Arrival

I was working on this post and had stepped afk. When I returned, my sweetie had joined me on the bridge and had me in an adorable couple animation! What a sweet surprise! I spent some time with him (and posted about Chez Moi's very special bridge HERE). Now I'm circling back around again to show you the cute-sexy-casual outfit by I'piteme. This is Shaelyn, consisting of the top and jeans w/belt. As always, I'piteme provides extensive texture huds and fits for many different preferences. Pics of the accompanying huds are below.

Also shown are Slipper Originals' new Zoie Sneakers. Cute-Cute-Cute! Pick these up at the Revamped Event. Revamped is a great event, by the way, with many designers revamping popular designs for us. Creations by Slipper Originals are always 100% original mesh.

Both I'piteme and Slipper Originals make fashion items that we really DO want to wear in Second Life.

CREDITS:

Hair - Rezology - Marketplace

Sine 2

Eyes - Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Outfit - I`pitǝmē - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook / Flickr

Shaelyn Top & Jeans (extensive texture huds & fit options)

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Shoes - Slipper Originals - InWorld / Marketplace / Flickr

Zoie Sneakers

Slink Flat, Maitreya and TMP Bare

@ Revamped until June 20th !!

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* CHEZ MOI FURNITURES * - Iron Garden Bridge Serenity

@ Lost & Found until June 1st !!

Lighting: LUMIPro 2016

Croquet, Anyone?

Bambi4U Woodford invited me over to play some croquet. This will be quite fun! Uhm, once we remember how to set up the game, the exact rules, and perhaps this hill isn't the best place for setup?

I remember playing croquet a lot when much younger. Everyone could play it. My grandmother loved playing, and she was quite cutthroat about it - whacking my balls wayyyyy over there with strength and precision. My tiny little grandmother was extremely competitive!

CREDITS:

Persnickety - InWorld / Marketplace / Website
Croquet Set

I am wearing:

Hair - Rezology - Marketplace

Sky 188

Eyes - Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Outfit - I`pitǝmē - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook / Flickr

Zerelda Ruffled Top, Mini Skirt, Booties (extensive texture huds & fit options)

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Bambi is wearing:

Outfit & Tattoo - Flippant - Inworld / Marketplace / Website / Facebook / Flickr

Cameron Collection

Hair - Tameless - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook / Blog

Romy

For a look at Bambi's post, click HERE.

5.29.2016

A Bridge of Intimacy in Second Life

I met my partner in Second Life almost six years ago. As a newbie to this expansive virtual world, I was constantly flitting around, amazed by things...and easily distracted. It's a wonder he continued to talk to me - I was very much like Dug the dog in the Pixar movie "Up," - communicating in one moment, then announcing excitedly, "Squirrel!"

We stayed in touch over the years, and now, here we are about to celebrate our one year anniversary as a couple. This evening we shared a lovely time on Chez Moi's Iron Garden Bridge (Serenity) and really appreciated the loving animations included. It's a beautiful build like this that bring couples closer, through visual expression. The actual feelings sparked by these intimate poses are tangible.

Thank you, Chez Moi. Tomorrow, I will be flitting around again - my excitement over Second Life has not waned ("Squirrel!")...but in this very moment, I understand why I'm here.

CREDITS:

* CHEZ MOI FURNITURES * - Iron Garden Bridge Serenity

@ Lost & Found until June 1st !!

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More Contact Info for Chez Moi:

InWorld / Marketplace / Website / Facebook / Flickr

5.28.2016

Itsy Bitsy Bikini

Memorial Day Weekend is finally here. Three non-work days, time with family and recreational pursuits with the warm weather for many. Please remember to honor the troops, and those who died for OUR freedom.

My partner and I have another celebration soon - our one year anniversary together in Second Life! We were discussing things we might do for that - dancing, horseback riding, perhaps a nude beach? We laughed. Would I be overdressed on a nude beach wearing I'piteme's Teardrop Monokini? This itsy bitsy bikini comes with an extensive texture change hud and lots of fit options. Well, I say extensive...for the wee bits of fabric. Wink. Bare it if you dare! By the way, the back of the bikini, if one can call it that...is mere string. DO you dare? Come on, I dare you.

I love this pose set by Image Essentials called Carefree. The set includes props of the scarf (depicted) and also a flower. VERY pretty poses! There's always an underlying elegance to Kay Weston's work. The poses look natural and great at any angle. I would imagine that's not always an easy job taking into account all classic and mesh body shapes for posing. Thank you, Kay!

My hairstyle is by Rezology, and immediately a favorite of mine as soon as I put it on. This hair is called Sine 2. It's a artfully-messy ponytail with loose curls. This is a fantastic dress up or down style! The texturing is exquisite throughout the curls.

!It! has released the Heion Necklace and Earrings sets, colorchange options if you please, currently at Designer Circle. I dubbed the set another instant personal favorite. The necklace is a medium length, and the earrings bold but not too long.

Subliminal message....Mayfly Eyes....

Here's another look at Zoz's Paw Prints polish, this time in red. Often it's the little things that complete a look, and Zoz nails will certainly do the trick! I'm repeating myself in this post, but yes, another personal favorite!

Enjoy your weekend!

CREDITS:

Hair - Rezology - Marketplace

Sine 2

Eyes - Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Bikini - I`pitǝmē - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook / Flickr

Teardrop Monokini (w/Texture Hud)

Jewelry - !IT! (Indulge Temptation) - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Heion Necklace and Earrings (w/Texture Hud)

@ Designer Circle

Anklets - *PROMAGIC* - Marketplace

Ghungroo Anklets - Blue

Nails - {ZOZ} - Paw Prints Red Polish
Slink, Maitreya, Omega & Zoz Mesh
Huds with NINE colors!

@ Cosmopolitan until June 4th

Poses - Image Essentials - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook / Flickr

Carefree 1 & 2 w/scarf prop

Also Wearing:

LeLutka mesh head (Stella), Maitreya Lara body,

Slink hands & feet, Lara Hurley-Iza Applier for Lelutka Head,

Lara Hurley Skin (Midtone)

Lighting: LUMIPro 2016

Location - Baja Norte

5.27.2016

Swank Makes Me So Sad

...when its the end of a beautiful round. That's right, this round of Swank, Where Fashion Comes Alive, ends tomorrow, May 28th!! We have this evening and tomorrow to wrap up our shopping for these exceptional items.

My hairstyle is by Letituier, called Karina. It's a savoir faire yet cutely messy gathering to the left. Karina can easily yield to hair adornments and assist in showing off jewelry in addition to shining on its own. Speaking of hair adornments, I just love this headband by Xen's Hats. It's called Daisy Headband with different colors available.

My dress and nails are by Tashi, and they both have color huds. The adorable warm weather dress is called Alma, the nails French I. They are necessary-isms!

My marvelous jewelry is by Luminesse. This collection is Kosazana Lustra Gold and includes matching necklace and earrings.

Did you notice the lovely garden arrangement behind me? It's made by Tm Creation, called GM10 Spring Garden Arrangement exclusively for Swank! This decor item will add floral beauty to any garden setting.

Finally, here's a sneak peak at some Slipper Originals! These sandals are called Alani and will be part of the For Women Only Hunt I. A hunt! Sandals! And cute ones at that! Make a note to check out this hunt and don't forget to find your sandals at Slipper Originals!

CREDITS:

Hair - {Letituier}
Karina
@ Swank through May 28th !!!

Hair Accessory - Xen's Hats
Daisy Headband Light Pink (Mesh)
@ Swank through May 28th !!!

Jewelry - LUMINESSE

Kosazana Lustra Gold Necklace & Earrings

@ Swank through May 28th !!!

Dress & Nails - TASHI - InWorld / Marketplace / Website / Facebook / Flickr

Alma Dress

French I Nails

@ Swank through May 28th !!!

Decor - .:Tm:. Creation
[GM10 Spring] Garden Arrangement

@ Swank through May 28th !!!

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EVENT INFO:

Swank - May
Website / Facebook Swank Events / Facebook Swank Group / Flickr

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Shoes - Slipper Originals - InWorld / Marketplace / Flickr

Alani Sandals

Slink Flat, Maitreya and TMP Bare

for Women Only Hunt 1 June 1st through 18th !!

June 1st - 18th

Eyes - Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Poses - Verocity - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Alyssa 2, 5

(Updated Now With Mirrors!)

Pose - Frozen - Face Pose 06

Also Wearing:

LeLutka mesh head (Stella), Maitreya Lara body,

Lara Hurley-Iza Applier for Lelutka Head,

Lara Hurley Skin (Midtone)

Lighting: LUMIPro 2016

Location - Baja Norte

5.25.2016

The Love For My Master

I spied a little butterfly, or two or three,

As they came afluttering in, to visit me.

They can move so freely between the bars of my confinement.

I can't, I won't, not if I'm to complete my assignment.

One whispered, "Come away, come away with us! Then you'll be free!"

Dear little butterflies, I AM free, don't you see?

I am free within the love...for my Master.

by LauraGenia Viper

CREDITS:

Hair - [elikatira] - Willa

Eyes - Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Persefona - InWorld

Jenny Wreath

Lingerie - TST Creations - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook
Giorgia White - New !!
Appliers for Maitreya, Belleza, Omega & Classic

Shoes - I`pitǝmē - InWorld / Marketplace / Facebook / Flickr

Clarice Pumps

Nails - {ZOZ} - Paw Prints Silver Polish
Slink, Maitreya, Omega & Zoz Mesh
Huds with NINE colors!

@ Cosmopolitan until June 4th

Pose & Props - Luanes World

The Essence of Life

Also Wearing:

LeLutka mesh head (Stella), Maitreya Lara body,

Slink hands & feet, Lara Hurley-Iza Applier for Lelutka Head,

Lara Hurley Skin (Midtone)

Lighting: LUMIPro 2016

5.24.2016

You're Gonna Have To Face It

There's a new "event kid" in town, and it's Addicted to Black. The first round starts tomorrow, May 25th! Save the SLurl below. We're gonna loveeeee this event. The theme is simple. Black. So come on out, ladies and gents, and get your Elegant, Goth, Vampirish, Mistressy, and just plain Fun & Sexy BLACK. I guarantee this event will be hot-hot-hot! I'm sharing with you two items available at the event from Euphorie and Tooty Fruity. In black, of course! ;) You're gonna have to face it, you're addicted to black.

My hair is by Rezology, called Executive Handshake. It's a gathered high, very longgggg sleek ponytail. It's gorgeous, and it means business in a gorgeous way.

Chop Zuey presents this Ophelia Collection of jewelry. I'm showing the gold set which is a group gift! If you would prefer silver, you can also pick this up as a gift, no group required. The choker is resizeable for the perfect neck fit. I love this set for its elegant versatility!

Poses are by Image Essentials available at The Thrift Shop until May 30th. These are from the Fresh collection, and are sexy and stylish befitting your wardrobe show-stoppers. You can also show off those curves with the right poses!

CREDITS:

Hair - Rezology - Marketplace

Executive Handshake

Mayfly - InWorld / Marketplace / Website

Luminous - Mesh Eyes (Paris Green Shadow)

Jewelry - Chop Zuey - Main Store / Sky Boutique / Website / Facebook / Flickr
Ophelia Gold Collection
Includes Choker Necklace, Earrings, Bracelets

Group Gift! Note: Ophelia Silver is NON-Group Gift !!

Dress - Euphorie - Madison (Lace)

Also Chevron, Leather, Polka, or Stripes Textures

In Fitted & Standard Mesh Fits

@ Addicted to Black Event!

Shoes - Tooty Fruity - Suede Heels (Slink High)

@ Addicted to Black Event!

Event Info - Website / Facebook / Flickr - May 25th through June 19th!

Those who wear black lead colorful lives.

Poses - Image Essentials - Fresh 1, 7

@ The Thrift Shop until May 30th !!

Lighting: LUMIPro 2016

5.23.2016

Summer Time Fair 2016 !!

I'm excited to announce I will be blogging the Summer Time Fair! The fair runs from June 16th to July 3rd and is for everything related to summer.

What fun! I can't wait to share all the goodies with you, and see you at the Fair!

Wonderland Nights by Outside The Box!

Everyone else slept in this morning, so I enjoyed some solitary moments with coffee, daydreaming.

(I think being a little bonkers is required for interesting brilliance.)

What would I like to experience in Second Life, a virtual word of dreams coming true? ;) I know! I'd like to be...a harem girl with a handsome master. Well, ok, not "a" harem girl, THE harem girl.

And with the snap of my fingers, my SL wish came true! I'm appropriately clad in a lovely gown and jewels befitting any princess who awaits the arrival of the Sultan.