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MVW 2012: National Gown for Miss Spain 2012 by Mea Culpa & Finesmith

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Mea Culpa made as well the national gown for Miss Spain 2012. Shena Neox made the 2nd runner-up for Miss Virtual World 2012 in 2 gowns of Mea Culpa. The beautiful evening gown I already showed in an earlier post, today I would like to lead the focus on the national gown of Miss Spain 2012. This gown really combines fashion, style and tradition. Tatanka Kaligawa showed more than once, that he perfectly can mix ethnic, traditional influences with a modern style of fashion and art. “Valentia del Toro” he named his creation and it really honors its name if you take a closer look on the hip attachments. There he worked some of the typical banderillas that are used for the bullfight. The colors are as well the typical spanish with red and black. The clothing layers carry a very filigree ornamented texture, what again shows Tatanka’s skills for making textures. The huge fan in the back with the red tentacles as well let you think on the typical spanish fans that we all know. The “Valentia del Toro” is now available at the Mea Culpa Mainstore together with the evening gown of Miss Spain 2012.  The jewelry again comes from Finesmith. Shena decided to go with the popular “Noir” set using the earrings and the bracelet. I added the collar and the ring as well. For the “Noir” set you have this great menu, yula includes in many of her jewelry, that let you change color and size for each part of the set. The “Noir” set you will find at the Finesmith Mainstore 😉

Details

Gown: Mea Culpa – “Valentia del Toro” – NEW

Jewelry: Finesmith – “Noir”

Skin; Glam Affair – “Castalia”

Hair:Miamai – “Donna Bun”

Poses: Manifeste

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin

MVW 2012: National Gown for Miss Russia 2012 by PurpleMoon & Finesmith

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The wonderful national gown for Miss Russia 2012 was made by Poulet Koenkamp, owner and creative designer of PurpleMoon. She made a wonderful interpretation of the russian traditional style for Miss Rusalka Callisto, who represented Russia in the Miss Virtual World competition for 2012 and in the end made the 3rd runner up. The textures are fantastic and you can see the incredible skills of Poulet, if you take a closer look on the fabrics. The huge headpiece as well is part of the “Catherine” gown. The wonderful ensemble is now available at the PurpleMoon Mainstore. For the jewelry Rusalka chose different already existing parts from Finesmith like the earrings and ring of the Rhonda set, the “Capri Collar” or the “Golden Nails”. As an extra special eye catcher, yula Finesmith designed a wonderful brooch to match this awesome outfit and the theme. The “Fabrege” brooch is an amazing and perfect decoration for this wonderful creation and it can found in a few more color combinations at the Finesmith Mainstore.

Details

Gown (incl. Headpiece): PurpleMoon – “Catherine” – NEW

Brooch: Finesmith – “Fabrege” – NEW

Earrings & Ring: Finesmith – “Rhonda”

Collar: Finesmith – “Capri Collar”

Nails: Finesmith – “Golden Nails”

Lashes: Detour – “Drama Lashes”

Hair: Miamai – “Anna Bun”

Skin: Glam Affair – “Linn” /light 03 – NEW

Poses: Manifeste

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin

MVW 2012: Evening Gown for Miss Spain 2012 by Mea Culpa & Finesmith

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Mea Culpa did a fantastic job on the Evening gown for Miss Shena Neox, Miss Spain 2012. Black and red are the typical colors we think of, if it comes to Spain. So even for the evening gown Tatanka Kaligawa kept this colors. The basic red color of the dress is broken wonderful by the black fans and applications. The black ornaments are made with such a great eye for the details, where you again can see the incredible skills of Tatanka Kaligawa.  All those different shades of red and even a mixture of different red textures make this gown a piece of art. The jewelry is very filigree and delicate for the earings and necklace, but also the 2 amazing fans for head and hand are part of this amazing set. The fans underline the theme of the dress perfectly. “Hermosa Espina” you can purchase in 2 different colors at the Finesmith Mainstore. Shena Neox made it to the 2nd runner-up in the MVW 2012 contest with the “Devine Decision” gown from Mea Culpa and the “Hermosa Espina” jewelry set from Finesmith.

Details

Gown: Mea Culpa – “”Devine Decision” – NEW

Jewelry: Finesmith – “Hermosa Espina” – NEW

Hair: Mirone – “Adie”

Makeup: Blackliquid – “Smokes”

Skin: Glam Affair – “Castalia”

Pose: Corpus

Model & Photographer: WiccaMerlin

Vanguard – Rising star on the fashion heaven?

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Lately I got approached by a new designer I never heard before. Her name is Rollyn Humphrey and the brand she owns and designs for is called Vanguard. I unpacked the outfits and I have to say a few of them really caught my attention, so I would like to show you 3 if them for now. The fist one you can see above is called “Freak” and somehow it fits its name 😉 The dress itself is wonderful sculpted and the texture is superb. I only added the new Finesmith “Fabrege” brooch. The rest is all part of the outfit including the hood that hides the head, what made it kinda interesting for me 😉 To make sure, that no body parts stick out Rollyn added 2 alpha layers.

The second gown carries the name “Goldness” and for me it was kinda my personal favourite of the collection I got, even if all of them are great. Again perfect prim work and as well an incredible great texture again!

My last outfit for this post is the “I <3 Mcqueen” dress, certainly from Vanguard as well 😉 Again we can see the great skills of Rollyn Humphrey, if it comes to texturing. Her ideas are fresh and modern and I really think this creations can be part of the fashion future in SL as they stand out from many other stuff. You should make the effort and visit the Vanguard Mainstore (http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Fazul/54/214/286)

All outfits by Vanguard

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin

New Collection by Pipins!!!

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Today I have the pleasure, to have a new designer that I never before had on my blog… Angiliak Crystal, designer of Pipins. Pipins is a French store and they started in February 2011 in SL. At Pipins you will find makeups, clothing and outfits for all kind of situations. Anyways if casual, classy, edgy or avantgarde.. you will find what you search for at Pipins. I am very happy that I got one of the new avantgarde outfits to show it on my blog 🙂

“Dress Epine” this extraordinary creation is named and it really got me from the very first moment I put it on… Such an awesome and high fashion idea, edgy and extravagant like I love it :p The dress contains the hat with the long pins, the upper body part, the skirt and the basic clothing layers. The long pins we have on the hat as well return on the huge prim skirt. The whole dress made in black and white really is a must have for every daring fashionista 😉 Immediately after I snapped this gown I visited all the 4 places where Angiliak Crystal showcases her different creations and it really was worth it… If you search some to stand out and be different… you really should make your way to the Pipins stores!!!

Details

Dress: Pipins – “Dress Epine”

Jewelry: Finesmith – “Berry Blossom”

Lashes: Finesmith

Skin: Nuuna’s

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin

H.O.R. – House of Rage opens the doors with “Evolution”!!!

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I got the great opportunity to show you – right before the upcoming event (points above) – 2 of the new gowns of House of Rage, that are part of the “Evolution” line.

The first one would be “Lorna”. A wonderful, delicate and classy black shaded, high fashion gown.

The awesome detailed made feathers, are a special highlight on this gown. As you can see black has not to be black. All the great lights and shadows, show the ability of texturing and design that you will find in every outfit of the “Evolution” line. The feathers are dreamy flexible and you will turn heads if you walk this gown over the red carpet or any other event you choose to wear it 🙂

A perfect addition for this stunning evening gown were the new “Core” jewelry set from Finesmith Design the fresh and sharp edges and the pearls made a perfect finish for me 🙂

My second gown for today would be “Vila”…

“Vila” goes more in a sexy and couture direction, but even then you will see the high quality  what this gown is made with. “Vila” is a mixture of so many different fabrics, that you have to take more then one look to discover all the amazing details. The corset is an opaque, tight black basic. If you zoom closer, you can see the amazing ornaments that decorate even the corset.

The bodice is made of beautiful lace and the sheer character adds a very sexy and young, modern touch. The skirt, as well a sheer fabric glimmers and sparkles in an awesome way. As additional decoration you have a wonderful lace prim for the right shoulder and the head also. For this amazing dress I chose as well one of the latest releases from Finesmith Design, called “Optimism”. Yula Finesmith released 7 pairs of earrings a few days ago and yesterday the matching necklaces… so run and see them all at the Mainstore 😉

To see more of the incredible and georgious new designs of the H.O.R. “Evolution” line you should make your way to the upcoming event at 4PM, as well as to the House of Rage Mainstore, where you can find many many other wonderful designs of the 3 amazing ladies Lybra Rage, Topaz Joubert and LovelyMiwako7399 Menna.

See you at 4PM… 😉

Details

Outfit 1

Gown: H.O.R. Evolution – “Lorna” – NEW

Jewelry: Finesmith Design – “Core” – NEW

Skin: Glam Affair – “Castalia” /light 04

Lashes: Miamai – “Lesh MakeUps” /lashes 03(Makeuplashes)

Hair: Miamai – “Lena” /black

Heels: N – Core – “Stylus Platform” /black

Poses: Corpus

Outfit 2

Gown: H.O.R. Evolution – “Vila” – NEW

Jewelry: Finesmith Design – “Optimism” – NEW

Skin: Glam Affair – “Gio” /light 12

Lashes: Glow – “Eyelashes Water” /waterdrops

Eyeornament: SaWoDe – “Facedecoration 10”

Hair: MADesigns – “Rita” /black IV

Boots: Miamai – “Moth Queer”

Poses: Corpus

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Mea Culpa – Halloween Special!!!

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**=__MEA CULPA_=**  50% special Halloween offer !!!

Some of the latest releases for 50 % of the regular price
only till Halloween !

For the Ladies:
WAY TO PURGATORY

ESCAPE FROM HADES

For the Gents:
DREAM CONTROL:


PAINLESS OBEDIENCE

You will find those directly by the stairs !!

Pictures by Mea Culpa

Fantastic news from RoTtEn DeFiAnCe!

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Today I have the great pleasure to show one of Rogue Falconer‘s newest creations. The “McQueen Dress” is available in 3 colors and one limited color. The regular colors are white as you can see, red and black. The limited color is… maybe find your way to the RoTtEn DeFiAnCe Mainstore and find out ;)?

But back to the white version of the “McQueen Dress”. The lover body is hidden with an alpha layer so that you can wear this amazing dress and walk it without destroying the wonderful skirt. The ruffles are great flexible and make a dreamy look while moving the avatar. The awesome top is not just made in white… If you take a closer look you can see the very filigree and beautiful white ornaments on the fabric. The huge headpiece as well is part of the outfits and it gives a great avantgarde touch to the whole dress. The closed huge veil that surrounds the head with this incredible horns that come out… the sheer lace as well is decorated with the amazing ornaments that you can find on the top… stunning. With this dress you will be definitely center of every event that you join!

To see more of Rogue Falconer‘s designs, please make your way to the RoTtEn DeFiAnCe Mainstore.. as well you can see the limited version and color of the “McQueen Dress” 😉

Details

Dress: [*RD*] – McQueen Dress – NEW

Skin: !Silken Moon

Hairbase: White Widow

OMG!!! – Thank you Everybody!!!

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I just would like to say thank you to everyone of you that supports, reads and follows my blog. On the 29th of July 2009 I did my first blog. That’s over 2 years of blogging now and it became quite an addiction. I have so much fun with doing pics and write some descriptions and reviews about the awesome designs and events in SL since then. Usually over the last year I had about 200 to 300 clicks per day sometimes it raised over 500… but all of a sudden I checked the blog stats on Wednesday last week and it was over 600 clicks already and I was doing the happy dance already. But on Thursday the 19th of October 2011, YOU all made my day as the blog reached the 2052 clicks for just one day!!! Since then it never fell back under 1000 to 1500 clicks per day. I am so happy that you all enjoy and read my little posts.

Without you all – readers, followers, friends and designers – I would not be able to do that!!!

THANK YOU for reading, following, supporting and commenting my blog posts!!!

best regards,

*hugs*

Wicca

Halloween at GizzA!!!

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Outfit: GizzA – “Passion and Glory” (eyes included)

Skin: Glam Affair – “Castalia” /Vampire

Lashes: Redgrave – “Vampire”

Hair: LoQ – “Grappa Pieva” /white (orange tinted)

Poses: Corpus

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin