FYI #13: Lelutka Summer Release '11

Yup it's that illustrious time again - New LELUTKA releases have hit the grid. I spent all my pennies that were reserved for decorating a new home and grabbed what I could before getting booted as the crowds poured in.

The summer collection has everything you've come to expect from MINNU PALEN and THORA CHARRON - well sculpted pieces, beautifully textured and well fitted with the use of a variety of alpha layers. All in all, rather flawless.

Grab it while it's hot!

xoxo
Vittoria



CONSTANTS
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 in Olive, Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: POETIC COLORS Night Rain, Medium

ENSEMBLE #1
Hair: ELIKATIRA Something, Brown shades no. 5
Jumpsuit: LELUTKA Jumpsuit, Smoothe
Earrings: MIEL Lun Earring
Shoes: LELUTKA Kia, Raw

ENSEMBLE #2
Hair: 69 Bell 02, Light Mocha
Blouse: LELUTKA Cute Top, Vanilla
Shorts: LELUTKA Soho Shorts, Brown
Shoes: LELUTKA Mischa, Bashful
Necklace: MIEL Pez Necklace [FLF]

ENSEMBLE #3
Hair: MAITREYA Lara, Almond
Top: LELUTKA Requiem, Apple
Jeans: LELUTKA Caprica Jeans, Base
Shoes: LELUTKA Kia, Ruby
Belt: MON TISSU Seneca Threaded Leather Belt, Black
Bag: MR POET Leather Backpack, Tan
Glasses: KARI Poser Specs



ENSEMBLE #4
Hair: ELIKATIRA Leah, Brown shades no. 5
Shirt: LELUTKA Serious, Snow
Shorts: LELUTKA Soho Shorts, Straw
Cardigan: LELUTKA Flow cardigan, Rose
Shoes: LELUTKA Mischa, Tan
Bangles: ARMIDI Summer Stacked, Wood

ENSEMBLE #5
Hair: ELIKATIRA Something, Brown shades no. 5
Top: LELUTKA Blow shirt, Deep
Skirt: LELUTKA Triumph skirt, Light
Shoes: LELUTKA Kia, Rosy Brown
Earrings: BOOM Pride Earrings, Pure

ENSEMBLE #6
Hair: 69 Olivia 03, Light Mocha/Coach
Tee: MON TISSU Cozy Up Tee, Black
Shorts: LELUTKA Safari Pants, Vanilla
Jacket: LELUTKA My Way Jacket, True
Shoes: LELUTKA Kia, Night
Necklace: YUMMY Vintage Camera Necklace

Poses by GLITTERATI.

FYI #12: Happy Birthday CHIC Ltd!

Just a couple of my favourite pieces from the awesome contributors toward CHIC Ltd's first birthday event.

This is but a mere sampling of what's available so go knock yourself out here.

xoxo
Vittoria



ENSEMBLE #1
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 in Olive, Frost/Blonde Brow
Eyes: APHOTIC GLOOM Clarus Prim Eyes, Peaches [CHIC LTD]
Hair: SHAG There She Goes, Toffee [CHIC LTD]

Dress: IZZIE'S Summer Dress, White [CHIC LTD]
Shoes: LELUTKA Mischa, Bashful
Bag: MON TISSU Straw Tote Bag, Dark Brown
Necklace: SIGMA Daphne Necklace, Mahogany [CHIC LTD]

ENSEMBLE #2
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 in Olive, Smokey Smooth/Blonde Brow
Eyes: APHOTIC GLOOM Clarus Prim Eyes, Daisy [CHIC LTD]
Hair: LAMB Heart, Honeycomb Roots [Group gift]

Dress: INDIE ROSE Animal Print Halter Jumpsuit, Brown [CHIC LTD]
Shoes: MAITREYA Hana Seashell, Leather

ENSEMBLE #3
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 in Olive, Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: APHOTIC GLOOM Clarus Prim Eyes, Bubblegum [CHIC LTD]
Hair: ELIKATIRA Leah, Brown Shades no. 5

Dress: LEAGUE Vintage Chiffon Dress, Black/Desert belt [CHIC LTD]
Shoes: MON TISSU Montsegur Pumps, Camel
Earrings: LEAGUE Antique Lace Earring, Pink Ribbon/Aged Lace

Poses by GLITTERATI & DIESEL WORKS.

FYI #11: Epoque's 'schließlich', Spring Collection 2011

For those who may not have heard, EPOQUE is close to releasing their new spring collection. I know, I know, terribly awful to be teasing you but, below is an extra little preview.

I love the sculpts in this collection, especially on many of the gowns. The one shown below is my absolute favourite. They all meld seamlessly to the body and display a serious knack for texturing.

Because I attended an in-world wedding today, which is always a delightful reason to frock up, I decided to slip into these beautiful garments. Sadly I could only wear one, so here's the opportunity to share them both (I went with the tux).

Be sure to stay tuned for the release date, coming soon!

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 in Olive, Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: POETIC COLORS Night Rain, Medium
Hair: LELUTKA Inverted, Toast
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE Beauty Mark Tattoo
Eyeliner: DUTCH TOUCH Makeup Eyeliner, nr 2
Lipstick: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 Lipstick, Semi-Gloss Peach
Nails: ARMIDI True Enhance Painted Nails, Nude

Shirt: HASENDOW Closed Shirt, White
Blazer: EPOQUE Blazer, Charcoal [Coming Soon]
Pants: EPOQUE Pilot Trousers, Black [Coming Soon]
Shoes: EPOQUE Chunky Platform Heels, Nude [Coming Soon]
Bowtie: CASA DEL SHAI Le Smoking Bowtie, Black
Ring: PAPER COUTURE Diamonds and Pearl Ring



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 in Olive, Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: POETIC COLORS Night Rain, Medium
Hair: LELUTKA Hera, Toast
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE Beauty Mark Tattoo
Eyeliner: DUTCH TOUCH Makeup Eyeliner, nr 2
Lipstick: DUTCH TOUCH Jolie v.2 Lipstick, Red
Nails: ARMIDI True Enhance Painted Nails, Black

Gown: EPOQUE Bell Gown, Nude [Coming Soon]
Belt: EPOQUE Ribcage Belt [Coming Soon]
Tights: PRETTY LEGS Black Opaque, 85%
Shoes: EPOQUE Chunky Platform Heels, Black [Coming Soon]
Earrings: LAGYO Mohawk Earrings

Poses by GLITTERATI & MAITREYA.

Décor #4: My Own Home! Pt. 4

Now for the final corner. Ironically, this was the first corner of my home that I began work on. This is abit bittersweet for me, as this skybox no longer stands. It has been my home since my return to SL and it also holds alot of dear memories for me.

It's what brought my closest friend Dailyn Holfe to me, after she answered a group chat call for rug testers. It wasn't long before she moved in and we became virtual hermits, venturing out only to shop and shoot (photos and zombies). It really became a place to welcome friends and loved ones.

So in closing this chapter and bidding adieu to my beloved first skybox, I present a lady's boudoir.

xoxo
Vittoria

Bed: PHI Demoiselle Bed
Bedside table: PHI Demoiselle Night Table
Wall frames: SECOND SPACES The Easy Life, Princess Cameos
Wall decal: WALL CANDY Butterflower Wall Decal



Room Divider: LISP Frosted Room Divider with Wreath
Basket: MAGIC NOOK Sleeping Basket
Pouf: PHI Demoiselle Fancy Pouf
Bear: DIRTY DEEDS Dirty Old Bear
Vanity: PHI Demoiselle Modest Vanity
Makeup: THE LOFT Messy Makeup
Mirror: CREAMSHOP Dressing Room Mirror, Grey [no longer available]
Rug: VH Damask Rug, Blue [Made by me lol]
Dresser: PHI Demoiselle Hutch
Plant: PHI Hutch plant



Dressmaker Mannequin: THEOSOPHY Halkyn Torso, White
Bench: THE LOFT Castor Table, White Wash
Suitcase: ARCADE Suitcase Shelf, Teal
Hanger: PHI Demoiselle Wall Mount with Hangers
Lotion Bottles: NOTSOBAD Cosmetic Set
Mirror: THEOSOPHY Darran Mirror, Silver
Armchair: THE LOFT Bryn Armchair, Light Blue
Sidetable: THE LOFT Aphrodite End Table, Distressed White


Skybox: THEOSOPHY Port Eynon Skybox

Pour Homme #1: It's Business Time

First off, let me just say that I had a lot of help from Vitt and, without her keen eye at picking out certain matches of clothing the way that fashionable women do, I would be left with only her amazing photography and patience to work with. Many thanks.

Now get back in the kitchen and make me that fucking sandwich.

Alright, down to business (which also happens to be the theme of my very first post). Bear with me; I'm male and by definition I will wear things because "I think it's awesome" not because I think it's fashionable. I spend a lot of time wearing suits in my day job outside of Second Life, so I figured I'd take a closer look at what's available inworld. I'm not just talking the standard "business suit" package you find on the Marketplace, but more a mix'n'match of items that come together into something that a guy would wear on the job in real life. With a bit of digging, I found a few key items that I think the average dude on the grid could totally buy off the Marketplace for a (relatively) decent price, look halfway decent for his more sensible half and be done with it all.

If spending thousands of Linden dollars a week qualifies a girl as the "more sensible half".

ENSEMBLE #1: Day Trader
Jacket: ARMIDI 'Classic Blazer', Charcoal
Shirt: AOHARU 'Striped Shirt', White
Pants: CATTIVA E CATTIVO 'Men's Dress Slacks', Charcoal
Shoes: REDGRAVE 'Classic Loafers', Black

Skin: SOUL 'Apolo', M3
Hair: MADesigns 'Richi', Smooth Brown
Eyes: FANTASTIC EYES 'Ice Blue'

ENSEMBLE #2: Rainy Day
Coat: LAQROKI 'High Collar Coat', Beige
Shirt: HASENDOW 'Black Modern Suit', Red Tie Shirt
Pants: NSD 'Chinos', Gray
Shoes: REDGRAVE 'Aviator Loafters', Black

Glasses: SOLAR EYEWEAR, 'Kastra'
Cigarette: GENTLEMEN, 'Dirty Cigarette'
Umbrella: URID DAI, 'Umbrella 2.2', Black and White Pinstripes

Skin: SOUL, 'Apolo', M1
Hair: MADesigns 'Boyd', Dark Brown
Eyes: FANTASTIC EYES 'Ice Blue'

ENSEMBLE #3: After Hours
Shirt: LAQROKI, 'Pinstripe Shirt', White + Black Tie
Pants: SWEETEST GOODBYE, 'School Boy', Indigo+Red
Shoes: SHINY THINGS, 'City Walk', Black

Skin: SOUL, 'Apolo', M8
Hair: TRUTH 'Drake', Espresso
Eyes: FANTASTIC EYES 'Ice Blue'
Tattoo: GARDEN OF KU, 'Ghost Geisha', Medium

Wristwatch: HOC, 'Mens Watch', Black
Beer Bottle: CYO, 'Beer Bottle'
Puppy: ZOOBY, 'Pug', Black & White

Poses by DIESEL WORKS & EXPOSEUR.

That's all from me, folks! I spent the entire time writing up this blog post complaining bitterly to Vitt about how long it takes to find and list out everything I wore for each shot.

Hey, I figure...if I'm going to dress like a douchebag, I might as well blog like one too ;-)

Dressed Down #29: Acute Acumen

To show that I well and truly am back in the saddle, (and also to catch up on some new releases and events), here is a marketed master post peppered with some fiscal acquisitions and endeavouring to drive up our virtual economy.

As you may or may not be aware, CULTURE SHOCK is the latest fashion/music event to hit the grid, offering up an array of new and exclusive content from no doubt, some of your favourite content creators. I was particularly tickled by MR POET's foray into accessories (Win). You still have a couple of weeks to brave the lag and pick up some treasures.

Also, MON TISSU has released their 'Ruffles and Lace' collection. Of course, it's amazing, particularly their new shorts. For those who aren't always satisfied with prim shorts attachments, you'll be happy to know that acting on customer feedback, the shorts come with non-prims layers as well as various prim attachment sizes. Market research for the win!

Enjoy the swag!

xoxo
Vittoria



CONSTANTS
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: POETIC COLORS 'Night Rain Eyes', Medium
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Lashes: L.FAUNA 'Pretty & Underlashes'

ENSEMBLE #1
Hair: LELUTKA 'Watson', Toast
Dress: EPOQUE 'Backless Tee Dress', Taupe
Shoes: MAITREYA 'Allure', Nude
Watch: CHRONOKIT 'Watch no. 37 Lancelot', Black
Bag: ORTA 'Natasha Bag', Noir (Culture Shock '11)
Glasses: MR POET 'Half Rim Eyeglasses' (Culture Shock '11)

ENSEMBLE #2
Hair: LELUTKA 'Inverted', Toast (NEW)
Blouse: SO MANY STYLES 'Ruffle Tank', Indian Red (NEW)
Pants: SO MANY STYLES 'Linen Pants', Grey (NEW)
Blazer: SO MANY STYLES 'Boyfriend's Blazer', Black (NEW)
Shoes: ANEXX 'Loafer Pumps', Brown
Bag: MR POET 'Leather Backpack', Choco (Culture Shock '11)

ENSEMBLE #3
Hair: LELUTKA 'Renta', Toast
Blouse: MON TISSU 'Gathered Frills Blouse', Grey (NEW)
Shorts: MON TISSU 'Minx Shorts', Brown (NEW)
Shoes: MON TISSU 'Montsegur Pumps', Black
Watch: CHRONOKIT 'Watch no. 36 Dio', Silver
Bag: MON TISSU 'Straw Tote Bag', Black (NEW)

Poses by GLITTERATI & DIESEL WORKS.

Dressed Down #28: 'Masterchiller'

In a bit of an homage to a particular web monkey who seems to loathe my love of Masterchef, I offer up this poor punnery of an ensemble. And in case you missed the memo, this humble blog is now nestled comfortably at www.slidioglossia.com - thank you Liquid.

Onto business, I've been bumming around the grid in this outfit for awhile [sic], unable to take it off/be buggered to change. If this sounds like you, then I hope you enjoy. It's comfy, casual and still looks like you put in a bit of effort.

Highlights? Cute tousled hair from LELUTKA and complimenting sculpted accessories from MON TISSU, MIEL and KARI. Finally, my favourite ALBERO GATCHA item - FIR&MNA's Zodiac necklaces.

NB: I have every other zodiac sign before I got my Gemini, so hit me up in-world if you'd like to grab yours.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' - Eagle/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: LELUTKA 'Renta', Toast
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Eyeshadow: DUTCH TOUCH 'Eyemakeup Smokeys', Black
Eyeliner: DUTCH TOUCH 'Makeup Eyeliner', nr 2
Nails: ARMIDI 'True Enhance Painted Nails', Black

Tank: EMERY 'Mini Top', #8
Jeans: MON TISSU 'Denim Lou Lou', Original
Shoes: ZAARA 'Ilaida Mojri', Jewelled Tan/Silver
Belt: MON TISSU 'Seneca Threaded Leather Belt', Burnished
Necklace: MIEL 'Echo Necklace' & FIR&MNA 'The Zodiac Necklace', Gemini (Gatcha)
Watch: KARI 'Triple Strap Watch', Brown

Poses by GLITTERATI.

Your blog cocktail in Cynical DotCom flavour

There's a funny thing about technology. It makes the inter-connection of different people and different ideas all across the world a modern day given. The world wide web and it's wealth of gadgets and gizmos fuel an insatiable drive toward consuming increasing amounts of information, ideas and Cheeto's.

It is also a bitch when things go wrong.

For the more perceptive of you, two things will have blipped your radar by now. Firstly, the person authoring this passive-aggressive blurb is probably not, in fact, your esteemed regular blogger, but someone I think is decidedly far better looking.

Fuck, she IS hotter.

I guess after a little while, Vittoria decided that, among all the monkeys in her technical department that takes care of her little corner of the web, I was perhaps the most outspoken ("Vitt, you're doing it wrong...oh my god, what did you just do to the site?!"). Oh, and the least shittily-dressed. Evidently, that's a 'thing' now. Vitt doesn't let unfortunately-robed people write on her blog; she's very clothest. "Hey, you should take a chance to write something" she suggested, placing her faith unwittingly in the hands of a monster. "It'll give you something to do."

Penis.

...muahaha...!

Secondly, you may notice that SLidioglossia.blogspot.com is now SLidioglossia.com. You don't need to update your bookmarks, because the transition will (hopefully) be seamless. For you anyway. For me, it took a solid four hours today to map all the changes and hosting to the new location. Fortunately, I'm a very well-balanced individual with numerous ways to alleviate my frustrations in soothing and therapeutic expressions.

No SLidioglossia webservers were hurt in the making of...okay, no. Yeah, I had to replace them a few times.

We hope you enjoy SLidioglossia.com; it was totally not a marketing ploy to increase our credibility and not at all related to making the goddamn web address shorter.

So, until the next time I take up Vitt's offer (challenge) of smearing my terrible terrible cynicism across the face of her brainchild, have a great rest of your week. I've told Vitt that she will have to post more articles now that she's joined the league of "dot coms", so with any luck and no small volume of Captain Morgan, you'll begin to see a bit more fashion and a tad more style lacing your weekly blog cocktails.

What's that, Vitt? Huh? Blog? What do you mean? About mens' clothes? But I don't know anything about....No, Vitt, not happening. Or else WHAT?!

Funny thing about technology.

Different ideas sometimes ain't all it's cracked up to be...

La PREMIERE - schließlich collection spring 2011

I am so very proud to be able to share with you all the reason for my short absence of late and this is why. Vintage McMillan of EPOQUE gave me the opportunity to create a short promo for his upcoming spring collection, schließlich.

You can check it out in HD on Youtube here or on Flickr here.

The new line is coming soon so keep an eye out for that. Thanks again to Vintage, Riot Core and Dot Chaffe for all their help and support.

xoxo
Vittoria

Dressed Down #27: Browning Blossom

Lots of awesome new releases lately and naturally, I'm delighted. MON TISSU continues to deliver, REEK's releasing delicious sculpty-ness and ELIKATIRA never fails with flawless hair releases.

Oh and did I mention that the Spring Seasons Hunt has officially begun? BRB, dying of happiness.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' - Frost/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Paper', Brown Shades no. 5 (NEW)
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Nails: TRES BLAH 'Nail Colour', Burgundy

Blouse: MON TISSU 'Longline Blouse', Grey (NEW)
Leggings: LELUTKA 'Leggings', Brown 3
Socks: MAITREYA 'Scrunched Prim Socks', Cream
Boots: SURF CO. 'Paperboy Ankle Boots', Red
Scarf: MIEL 'Maki Scarf', Rust
Hat: REEK 'Cricket Hat' (NEW)
Watch: KARI 'Triple Strap Watch', Grey

Poses by GLITTERATI.

Dressed Down #26: Quelqu'un m'a dit

Feeling rather cute today so I thought I'd share. Aren't I giving?
With everyone on Plurk currently working through the music challenge, it made me switch on one of my favourite songs (below for your listening pleasure) and inspired this modest ensemble.

I adore this blouse from FISHY STRAWBERRY, loaded with sculpty goodness. Also JANE never fails with their cute collection of dresses. And when you combine the two? No really, you're welcome.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' - Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Follow', Brown Shades no. 5
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'

Blouse: FISHY STRAWBERRY 'Neo Romantic Blouse', Nude
Skirt: JANE 'Melody Dress', Fawn with Lace
Belt: VIVE9 'Jersey Belted Tee Dress', Suede Belt
Boots: MON TISSU 'Provence Riding Boots', Brown
Bag: MILK MOTION 'My Heart Bag' (FLF)

Poses by GLITTERATI & DIESEL WORKS.

Décor #3: My Own Home! Pt. 3

I mean, of course I'd have some semblance of an in-home cinema. The many movie nights that don't happen in my SLife, happen here (usually it's just me watching films old enough to be out of copyright and therefore free to air - case in point, my favourite Shirley Temple movie, the Little Princess).

It could almost also be my KARI space. Thankfully, it's reopened and once again pumping out some awesome furnishings, as well as accessories and clothing. Latest release is this incredible Komrad HUD, which comes with multiple settings for frames, colors and FXs. Below are just a tiny sampling of what's possible for in-world photography.



Anyway, on with the show!

xoxo
Vittoria



TV: BARNESWORTH 'Vintage TV'
Movie Posters: CHRONOKIT 'Frame 01'
Rug: NORDARI 'Brownish'
Armchair: THE LOFT 'Bryn Armchair', White
Side Table: NOTSOBAD 'Copper Table'
Throw and Pillows: THE LOFT 'Planket'
Ipod: WHAT NEXT 'MP3 Player' (CHIC LIMITED)
Records: NOTSOBAD 'Record Boxes'
Record Player: KARI 'Portable Turntable v2'



Chaise: THE LOFT 'Mayer Chaise', Tan
Table: THE LOFT 'Aphrodite End Table', Cherry
Fan: ATMOSPHERIC WORKS 'Floor Fan'
Wall Boards: MR WRIGGLESWORTH 'Proclamations of Hogwarts'
Armchair: NOTSOBAD 'Copper Armchair'
Cushion: WHAT NEXT 'Geek Pillow', Pink
Shelves: KARI 'Junk Drawers'
Cameras: KARI 'Komrad Camera' & 'Imperial Camera'
Jars: REEK 'Firefly Jar', TURNIP'S 'Cottonball & Q Tip Jar', KYOOT 'Memento Jar' & KARI 'Hobbies in a Jar'
Nail Varnish: TRES BLAH 'Nail Polish Bottle'
Photos: PHI 'Polaroids' & SECOND SPACES 'Grandma's Secretary Desk', Loose Photos
Photo Album: SECOND SPACES 'Grandma's Secretary Desk', Floor Album
Tape Player: KARI 'Reel 2 Reel', v2
Flowers: PHI 'Romantic Vase', 2 Roses
Lamp: KARI 'Gooseneck Lamp', v3
Books: THEOSOPHY 'Hardcover Books'


Skybox: THEOSOPHY 'Port Eynon Skybox'

Dressed Down #25: Let There Be Leg

I have two words for you. PEQE. Exclusive.

Not something you come across everyday, exclusivity is quite the novelty in-world. And with various weekly events such as FIFTY LINDEN FRIDAYS, SUPER BARGAIN SATURDAYS, LAZY SUNDAYS (wow, as if we didn't love our weekends already!), etc, exclusivity can sometimes be granted through limited release.

Note it in your diaries. 50 OF A KIND is the latest fortnightly event to hit the SL calendar whereby, as the title would suggest, designers will release a limited edition creation of which only 50 will be available. With a relatively low key beginning, most of the offerings (both fashion and decor) were snatched up within a couple of hours. I managed to grab this little number from PEQE.

Be sure to man your battle stations kids, 'cause this one is gonna be a bloodbath.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' - Autumn/Dark Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Comfort', Brown Shades no. 5
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'

Shirt: COCO 'Skinny Tie & Shirt', White (Modified)
Dress: PEQE 'Denim Flow' (50 Of A Kind)
Shoes: ANNEX 'Loafer Pumps', Brown/With Socks
Gloves: 5TH & OXFORD 'Leather Gloves', Black
Belt: MIEL 'Troupe Belt', Natural/Coco
Necklace: DECO 'Triple Strand Pearls' (FLF)

Poses by GLITTERATI & DIESEL WORKS.

FYI #10: Dresses and Dresses and Dresses, Oh My!

Ugh. Do not ever go on holidays. It's been completely daunting since my return to SL, catching up on new releases, sorting inventory and trying to put together some catch up ensembles without just chucking everything out at once.

So on to some of my favourite new and not so new releases! Dresses abound in SL at the moment and I'm so delighted. NSD, MON TISSU, LAVIERE, TRES BLAH, and of course the TO ONE LOUNGE event that has since ended. The spectrum of colour and print has been gorgeous, and I'm so hoping it's not about to end anytime soon. Below are a small sampling of what's been current.

Hope you're all loving it as much as I am!

xoxo
Vittoria



CONSTANTS
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'

ENSEMBLE #1
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Novel', Brown Shades no. 5
Flower: ELIKATIRA 'Novel Hair Flower', Blue
Dress: NSD 'Riri Dress', Yellow
Cuff: ADDICT 'Athena Cuff', Sky
Shoes: LELUTKA 'Pow Pumps', Coral/Gray

ENSEMBLE #2
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'About 2', Brown Shades no. 5
Flower: HONEY KITTY 'Vanilla Gingham Cookie Hair Crosage' (To One Lounge)
Dress: LAVIERE 'Spring Cocktail Dress', Yellow
Shoes: MAITREYA 'Neyya Toe-cap', White

Ensemble #3
Hair: LELUTKA 'Rain', Toast
Flower: ILLUSIONS 'Long Stem Red Rose'
Dress: TRES BLAH 'Mexican Peasant Dress', Yellow
Shoes: MON TISSU 'Provence Riding Boots', Brown

Poses by DIESEL WORKS.

Dressed Down #24: This Time You Won't Seduce Me

I'm back. With a vengeance. Dai thinks I'm rebelling. Only slightly.
Following an afternoon of rampant stress relief, I decided to put my playlist into pixels.

Stay tuned. Good stuff still to follow.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' - CatsEyesRedL/Black Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: FAB-U-LOUS 'Louise', Black
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'

Tank: VITAMEN 'Ribbed Cotton Tank', White
Shirt: MR POET 'Loose Shirt', White
Pants: NSD 'Chinos', Black (NEW)
Boots: COCO 'Engineer Boots', Black
Belt: MANDALA 'Mikoto Belt', Red Rock/Silver
Arm Warmers: GAWK 'Wool Armwarmer', Black
Rings: MANDALA 'Sinra', Black/Rings Only
Cuff: NSD 'Rock'n'Rolla Wrist Strap'

Poses by GLITTERATI & MAITREYA.

FYI #9: Vacation 2011

Hey everybody!

Sorry I've been missing a while. I'm currently on vacation in the Solomon Islands getting some serious R&R and downtime with my dad.

Never fear, I will be back in about a week with some serious bloggage, including that new decor post I've promising for a while now.

Hope you're all doing splendidly and I can't wait to get back... though not TOO soon.

xoxo
Vittoria

PS. Some pretty pics for you all!

Dressed Down #23: DFO Did

For those of you who completely confused by the title (I'm gonna say, everybody?) - here down under we have an array of Direct Factory Outlets where the clothes stay fabulous but come cheaper.

In homage to that fair prayer, I offer up a modest ensemble that won't blow the bank. GATO is a new to me store and this dress is seven kinds of heaven. I love the quilted detail and decided to cinch it at the waist with this FLF release belt from MIEL. The clutch is by HOUSE OF FOX, available at CHIC LIMITED for not much longer for only 50L.

Finally... new LAMB hair. I don't think I need to say more.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Yellow Eagle/Dark Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: LAMB 'Mess', Kit Kat
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Nails: ARMIDI 'True Enhance Painted Nails', Cherry

Dress: GATO 'Rosario'
Belt: MIEL 'Troupe Belt Natural', Charcoal (FLF)
Shoes: BELLBALLS 'Dangerously Studded Heels', Ruby
Clutch: HOUSE OF FOX 'Murder Weapon' Gold Zebra Clutch (CHIC LIMITED)
Ring: PAPER COUTURE 'Limelight Ring'

Poses by GLITTERATI.

Dressed Down #22: The 'It' Gurl

Despite being far from it myself, it's always fun to strut round like you're the shit. And these pants are the pair to do it in!

I love the print and silhouette on these new release harem trousers from EMERY. Now, they - are the shit. Also, my romance with ADDICT separates is still going strong (thanks for asking, we'll be celebrating an anniversary shortly), so I paired it with a breezy tank for effortless sex appeal.

Top it all off with a pair of oversized shades from EPOQUE, some glam accessories, and hot new hair from VIVE9 and leave 'em in your dust.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Eagle/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: VIVE9 'Bruna', 56th Marion (NEW)
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Nails: TRES BLAH 'Nail Colour', Black

Bra & Top: ADDICT 'Filomina Top, Peach & 'Flomomina Bra', Black
Pants: EMERY 'Harem Trouser', Picnik (NEW)
Boots: REDGRAVE 'Girl's Bikers Reloaded
Watch: KARI 'Triple Strap Watch', Brown
Necklace: LASSITUDE & ENNUI 'Oreb Necklace'
Ring: MANDALA 'Sinra', Gold/Rings Only
Glasses: EPOQUE 'Oversized Shades', Neutral/Black

Poses by GLITTERATI & DIESEL WORKS.

Dressed Down #21: Dark Ballad

Hey y'all. Short one from me today as I'm putting the finishing touches on another decor post. Basically all you need to know is cute hair, cute dress, killer accessories.

Jump to it!

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Basic/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Early', Brown Shades no. 5
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Nails: ARMIDI 'True Enhance Painted Nails', Natural
Eyeshadow: DUTCH TOUCH 'Eye Makeup', Smokeys Black
Lashes: L.FAUNA 'Pretty & Underlashes' [FLF]
Mascara: YAYO 'Crybaby', Running Mascara

Dress: WHIPPET & BUCK 'Lover Frock', Thinking of You
Jacket: TOXIC KITTY 'Vixen Cropped Leather Jacket', Black
Stockings: LE POPPYCOCK 'Lace Stockings'
Boots: KOOKIE 'Armarda Boot', Black Wash
Chain: MANDALA 'Hannya', Black/Single with Shadow
Ring: MANDALA 'Sinra', Silver/Rings Only

Poses by GLITTERATI & MAITREYA.

FYI #8: Valentine's Day

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY CYNICS!

I know, I know, it's a faux holiday. But it's also an excuse to wear pink, and more importantly, for creator's to put out new content and that's something we can all get down and dirty with, right?

Here is an array of random stuff that I love, covering a scope of old stuff, different events, gifts and new releases. I hope you love it too.

xoxo
Vittoria



CONSTANTS
Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Eagle/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Wish', Brown Shades no. 5
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'

ENSEMBLE #1
Dress: THE SECRET STORE 'Valentine', Red (NEW)
Stockings: LE POPPYCOCK 'Lace Stockings'
Shoes: G FIELD 'Bow Strap Shoes Kate', Black
Head Dress: LELUTKA 'Claudia Feather Head Dress', Black (Halloween Gift)
Earrings: DECO 'Essential Pearl Earring'

ENSEMBLE #2
Dress: WILLOW 'Floral Dress', Summer Day
Flats: MON TISSU 'Cottage Flats', Brown
Flowers: MIEL 'AM Tulip Headband', Vino (Modified)
Necklace: MON TISSU 'Take Flight Necklace', Gold

ENSEMBLE #3
Blouse: EMERY 'Body Lycra Jeanne' (TDR)
Shorts: ADDICT 'Nora Jean Shorts', Sea
Socks: MAITREYA 'Scrunched Prim Socks', Black
Shoes: URBAN BOMB UNIT 'Pornstar Lo-Tops'
Necklace: ADDICT 'Chained Necklace', Silver
Watch: KARI 'Triple Strap Watch', Black (NEW)



ENSEMBLE #4
Dress: WHIPPET & BUCK 'Lover Frock', Vintage Rose (NEW)
Shrug: MON TISSU 'Loire Knit Shrug', Brown
Shoes: ELIKATIRA 'Move Pumps', Fallow
Earrings: LAGYO 'Venhia Earrings'

ENSEMBLE #5
Tank/Bra: ADDICT 'Filomina Lipstick', Red (GIFT)
Jeans: MON TISSU 'Denim 1929 Cigarette', Black
Shoes: PIXEL MODE 'Baby T's Plain', Black
Necklace: LAGYO 'Blanche Necklace', Black

ENSEMBLE #6
Dress: THE SECRET STORE 'Boheme', Wild Flowers (NEW @ Euphoria)
Shoes: MON TISSU 'Provence Riding Boots', Brown
Hat: LAGYO 'Virginie Big Fold Hat', Tawny

Poses by GLITTERATI.

Décor #2: My Own Home! Pt. 2

Round 2. The dining area. This took a while, mostly 'cause I still aspire to have neat 'clutter' and I can't stand empty corners. I like my home to feel lived in and not quite so sterile, but still pretty.

The main feature of course is the Klee Dining Room set from Colleen Desmoulins' THE LOFT. This is one of the releases she had over Christmas and I lost a few of the holiday props, but still love the setting so much that when the making merry was over, it had to stay.

My second favourite item is the Nevsky Prospekt tea service from POST. A new to me store with loads of eclectic, beautifully textured items for your builds. It rates highly amongst my must see furnishing LMs.

So, who's up for a dinner party?

xoxo
Vittoria



Dining Set: THE LOFT Klee Dining Room
Bar Stools: THEOSOPHY Garvagh Stool, Tan (Season's Hunt)
Sidetable: NOTSOBAD Divo Console Table
Tea Service: POST Nevsky Prospekt Tea Set
Liquor: YONEYA Bottles Set
Glasses: CYO Whiskey Glass
Cake: LISP Homemade Chocolate Cake
Cupcakes: AZ Cupcake Server



Hatstand: XEN STLYE Xenston Hat Rack
Sidetable: LISP Suede Suitcase Sidetable
Stand: LISP Umbrella Stand
Clock: LISP Restoration Clock
Potplant: ARCTIC GARDEN Short Bronze Vase, Marigolds
Wheel: TEKKON Wagon Wheel Full Size
Hat: THEOSOPHY Waterbeck Hat
Handbag: THE SECRET STORE Innocence Handbag
Tote: TRES BLAH Pret-a-Porter Tote
Cane: DECO Duckhead Cane, Black
Flowers in Vase: PAPER COUTURE Antique Flowers
Boots: MON TISSU Provence Riding Boots, Brown

Skybox: THEOSOPHY 'Port Eynon Skybox'

Dressed Down #20: Bold Bitch

Just checkin' in with the backlog of stuff I have. I felt like being glamorous in-world, to spite the overworked, exhausted hag I've become in RL.

WILLOW is a relatively new to me store, be sure there will be more posts to come in which their creations will be featured, including another La PREMIERE sneak peak.

I'm actually genuinely surprised I ended up using this turban from LAGYO for the ONE ELEVEN event. I never, EVER thought I would, but there you have it. C'est la vie.

xoxo
Vittoria

PS. FYI for all the guys, there's a newcomer to the blogosphere, Glitterati Gay Posemaker, Suti Capalini. Peep his blog here.



Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - In the Sky/Brown Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: LAMB 'Bang, Bang', Kit Kat
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Nails: ARMIDI 'True Enhance Painted Nails', Cherry
Eyeshadow: DUTCH TOUCH 'Eye Makeup', Smokeys Black
Lashes: L.FAUNA 'Pretty & Underlashes' [FLF]

Jacket: WILLOW 'Ricci Cardi', Canary
Skirt: MON TISSU 'Pretty Pleats Skirt', Black
Leggings: THE SECRET STORE 'Blue Wool Tights'
Shoes: LELUTKA 'Fame Pumps', Maroon
Turban: LAGYO 'Baba Turban with brooch'
Clutch: ORTA 'Blake Clutch', Ruby
Watch: CHRONOKIT 'Watch no. 36 Dio', Black
Necklace: LAGYO 'Lolie Necklace'

Poses by GLITTERATI.

La PREMIERE - COCOROSIE Sneak Peak

Hola! Wow. It's been a while. I'm so redundantly sorry for failing and falling behind, etc but I've kind of been a lot busy in RL and alittle busy in-world.

Just to keep you all, my nearest and dearest, in the loop - here's a tiny sneak peak into a little video I'm making in-world. It's going to be a recreation of a music video by ethereal songstresses, Cocorosie. At the moment, I'm in 'pre-production', acquiring sets, props and of course, costumes!

So here are two looks for Sierra from the video. Hope you like it, and I'll be back with a proper post in a little while.

xoxo
Vittoria



Skin: TRES BLAH 'Blessa Cloudbusting', Light/Brown Brows
Eyes: POETIC COLORS 'Ocean Mist'
Hair: LAMB 'Honey', Snickers

Blouse: FASHIONABLY DEAD 'Polkadot Sweetheart', Storm Cloud
Pinafore: SO MANY STYLES 'Pocket Dress', Black
Stockings: MIEL 'Lo Socks', Ebony Plaid
Boots: SURF CO. 'Paperboy Ankle Boots w/ Socks', Brown [111]
Bow: TOKIDOKI 'Bow1 Lace A'



Skin: WRIGGLESWORTH 'Olden Girl Violet'
Eyes: POETIC COLORS 'Grey Sea'
Hair: LAMB 'Honey', Granny

Blouse: SO MANY STYLES 'Sorrow Dress', Olive
Gown: LEEZU 'Aimee', Gray Brown
Headdress: LAGYO 'Winter Deer Headpiece'

Poses by GLITTERATI & TRAM.

Dressed Down #19: Daily Elle

My small homage to THE supermodel in the world (I'm not biased at all) - Elle Macpherson as spotted by the Daily Mail a couple of days ago. I loved that this is what she wears to pick up her kids.

Point of interest, hot new boots from GOS. These are rather innovative for their scripted brilliance. There are three heel choices (Stiletto, Chunky & Wedge) and you can purchase different colour coats for a lesser price than the cost of the boots. Brilliance.

Now start walking!

xoxo
Vittoria




Skin: DUTCH TOUCH 'Jolie in Olive' v.2 - Eagle/Blonde Brow
Eyes: GLANZ 'Transparency Shine', Dark Gray
Hair: ELIKATIRA 'Me', Brown Shades no. 5
Beauty Spot: DEZYNE 'Beauty Mark Tattoo'
Nails: ARMIDI 'True Enhance Painted Nails', Ocean

Top: TRES BLAH 'DIY Tee', Black
Jeans: MON TISSU 'Denim 1929 Cigarette', Black
Shrug: AOHARU 'Fur Coat', Black
Boots: GOS 'Curvaceous Boot', Black
Ring: PAPER COUTURE 'Leather Blossom Ring'
Cuff: ADDICT 'Athena Cuff', Gold
Glasses: VERSAEI 'Gunther's Fierce Vintage Gold Baciaga Frames'

Poses by GLITTERATI & MAITREYA.

Décor #1: My Own Home!

Now, I don't just shop for clothes in SL - furniture and decor have a very special place in my heart. So when I'm not splurging my lindens on clothes, I'm usually house hunting or looking for knick knacks to add to the home I share with my dear friend Dailyn Holfe.

Thus, I present a short mini-series of posts based around the spaces in our home (just so this doesn't turn into a monster post). We live in one of my favourite prefabs of all time, the wonderful Port Eynon Skybox by Trace Osterham's THEOSOPHY. Whilst I love open plan builds, I did modify the skybox a tiny bit just to define the spaces a bit more (more of which you'll see in the posts to come).

So first up, the formal lounge. Enjoy!

xoxo
Vittoria



Chaise: ARCADE Porch Relic w/o Leaves
Desk: LISP Beatrice Bureau
Desk Lamp: THEOSOPHY Whixley Lamp (Group Gift)
End Table Lamp: THE LOFT Fairview Desk Lamp
Books: MM GRAFFITI 4 Book_G 1 Prim
Frames & Shelves: PHI Change of Pace & The Climb (NOW AVAILABLE!)
Coffee Table: THE LOFT Adwin Coffee Table
Flower Vase: TURNIP'S Bottle of Fall Poppies
Newspaper: ILLCLAN PROP SHOP Newspaper
Rugs: NOTSOBAD Wilfied Rug & VH Autumn Motif Rug Black (Made by me! Haha)



Piano: ARIA Lorelei Grand Piano
Fireplace: PHI Messimo Fireplace
Lemon Vase: ART DUMMY Fishbowl (Modified)
Chairs: THEOSOPHY Denham Deux Leather Chestnut
Throw Pillows: THE LOFT Addison Floor Pillow Noir
Diary: THE LOFT Journal Blue
End Table: THE LOFT Adwin End Table
Antler Frame: THEOSOPHY Rog Jeleni
Books: MM GRAFFITTI & THE LOFT
Radio: EX TEMPORE Vintage Radio
Snowglobe: OHMAI Pigmai Snowglove Ver. Girl (ALBERO Christmas Fair)
Frame: CHRONOKIT Frame 01 (Artwork, 'The Last SLupper' by James Schwarz)



Lights: MODEST HOUSE Gatcha Leaf String Lights (Modified with my own textured polaroids)
Phonebooth: EX TEMPORE Phone Booth Teleporter