I think it's snowing

I recently stopped by Creation.jp and left with a considerably lightened wallet as there were so many cute things.

This vest or shrug from Gizza was designed as a contemporary item, but inspired me to put together a wintry look for a slave or panther.

Fortunately, snow in SL isn't all that cold, so you can run around with bare chest, tummy and thighs, even if you do inspire shivers in onlookers. Otherwise, you could always just layer it over some warmer clothes.

Also at Creation.jp are some fabulous new windblown hairstyles from Tableau Vivant. This is Harukaze which includes both male and female sizes. The other is Breeze, which you can buy for either male or female avatars.

The socks are actually from last year's Frost fair, by Lapointe & Bastchild. They come with a colourchange hud which allows you to turn the pompoms off, but I just had to leave them on...

The Wicapi Wakan outfit from Soedara

Wicapi Wakan is a new native-style outfit from Soedara, and one of the colours is currently discounted at We Love Role-Play. The outfit includes four different variations of the dress, option feather belt add-ons, necklace, headband, necklace, earrings, bracelets and moccasin shoes.

Slink appliers are included for the outfit's gloves. This was my first time using a clothing/tattoo applier with the Slink hands, so if you're not already familiar with this, remember to use the Slink Utilities hud to turn tattoos on.  I had to ask for help :)  You'll find loads more colours of the outfit in the Soedara  mainstore.

The skin in these photos is also from We<3RP - it's from Lumae, which is kind-of a rebranded Aeva // Heartsick. It might be more accurate to say it's the new skin brand from Amesha Jewell as the older products are still under the previous name. Lumae is more of a 'fresh start'.

You find the poses there too - the very cool huntress set from !bang. The spear I borrowed from an older outfit from Qalma.

Blood of the wolf

Some more items from Enchantment and the Fantasy Gacha Carnival.

First up, the outfit is 'The Wolf' from The Library. It includes the wolf-head hooded cape, pant and boots and is currently at Enchanted. Likewise, you'll find the necklace and cuff from AZE Designs there too. (AZE have a few different styles of cuff out, each with different insignias, and available for men or women.)

My other items are from the FGC, including the small sword from Raare from their dragon eggs gacha. The tattoo is from Demonic, and roleplay belt from PFC, while the hair which is specially designed to be worn under hoods is from Little Bones. (NB there is no back to this hair so it's not for general use, but you could always add it to another style.)

We Love Role-Play opens tomorrow

After a month-long break, We <3 Role-Play returns tomorrow at a new location (so bin your old landmarks!).  The event opens at 3pm SLT.

Just two of the items you'll find there are the Sister Crow necklace and headdress from Paper Moon's Sisters of the Wood series. The necklaces are new additions to the series are have an introductory 25% off for the event.

The outfit I'm wearing is from Soedara - a panther or bondmaid outfit called Journey of Dagveig. It comes in four colours, and each colour somes with with different variations - leather, fur, mixed textures, and stud top. There's also a hud which allows you to change the textures of the belt leather, buckles and studs.

To survive

Lots more goodies from the Fantasy Gacha Carnival which opens in two days time. Armlets, boots and collar are from MeshedUp, the crown is from Distorted Dreams, and the mask from Black Pearls.
The fur outfit is from gO, staff from Stitched Gods, and skirt/belt from Keystone.

If you're impatient, you can grab the ears now at The Fantasy Collective) and there's still time to get to the current round of Collabor88, where you can find this hair from Clawtooth.

From the woods

More great items from the Fantasy Gacha Carnival (just days away now!). I love this staff - it's a rare from Roawenwood, and it includes scripted poses/AO so you can just hold it and stand there all badass or walk along without stabbing yourself with it.

The cosy claw-trimmed fur stole is from Stitched, the sleeves are the Bette gloves from On a Lark, - they're a rare part of the corset set.

Hiding under all my accessories, you can see the new Laena tunic from Soedara. I grabbed the mittens in the League sale, today is the last day so hurry if you want to check it out...

Misery and mountains, arrows and bows

I can't keep up with all the fab new releases at Soedara - this outfit, Mountain Dweller, is about three releases old now, at least.

It's another great winter outfit, including short and long cloaks, mesh skirt and two versions of a mesh top, uggie boots, armwarmers, circlet and a horn. There are two versions of the horn - one is scripted so click it for horn-blowing animation and sound (it's pretty fun).

The outfit doesn't include the thigh pouch (part of Soedara's Nudzahui) or the dagger (old hunt prize from Primus).

By the way, I love the skin in these pictures. Lorde from Essences is just out at The Dressing Room Fusion for the bargain price of 70L. There are three different makeups, but unfortunately my Lindens ran out after the first one! (I tried to buy more, but got an error. Grrr. Oh well, TDRF is open for a couple of weeks...)

The Fantasy Collective: OrsiniSun's Eyes of the Forest

The Fantasy Collective is is still going strong (I'm not altogether sure when this round ends!)

This outfit is from OrsiniSun, and could be great for lots of characters - leastwise the ones of whom modesty is not demanded. It's called Eyes of the Forest and comes in black, wine, or blue. The outfit includes mesh bottoms, sculpt top, mask, necklace and armband.

I've accessorised with a blowdart from [EZ] Weaponry, Persefona's circlet (free at the Christmas Market) and Glam Affair's Ballerina vanity feet.

The Fantasy Collective: Geek and ieQED

The Fantasy Collective is open NOW to update group members - it's free to join, so if you'd like to get in ahead of tomorrow's official opening, sign up! If you'd like to see some of the items on offer before you head over, you can check this round's catalogue on the official blog.

Here's a look at another couple of items from the event - first up, the 'Fail' outfit from Geek, which is perfect for panthers or low slaves. It comes in a range of colours - brown in the first pic, and peach after the jump. The outfit includes a mesh top and skirt (with optional bow) and a twig belt. There's also some tattoo layer warpaint (not shown here).

The twig crown and necklace from ieQED (formerly Handverk) come in two variations - with or without the red berries.

The skin is the almost the same as my last post - I used a different makeup from The Skinnery's Bella line (also at the event). This time it's Spring/Summer Fairy in the slightly darker toffee tone.

Not at the event, but still fabulous, are the wonderful Mantha hair from Calico and the Ailida bangles from The Forge.

Slurl to The Fantasy Collective

We Love Role-Play: Soedara and Bite & Claw

It's almost that time of the month again - time for a new round of We <3 Role-Play! As usual, the event will open on the 4th of November, and you can choose from dozens of items from your favourite fantasy and roleplay creators, all at 25-50% off.

Bite & Claw's Elora skin comes in four tones. This is Lunar, and its the most 'human', the other tones are more fantastical. I especially love the three facial tattoos with the skin - featured in photos after the jump.  They're hugely expressive too - the black tattoo is really quite scary, while one of the red ones looks almost sad. You can seem them in photos after the jump. Also in the box are matching feet and elf ears!

Soedara's outfit is new release Strength of Atikamekw in black is the We<3RP and it will be available for 30% off it's usual price of 450L and it's amazing value for money. The included face-chain alone normally sells for 150L. It's a really special piece too, definitely not something that was done as an afterthought.

New release special at Soedara

There's a special opening weekend at the Serena Gardena sim - home to Soedara, Arwen's Creations,
Elegance by Elysa, and House of Alcott.

To celebrate, there'll be some free gifts, and Marbella Pronovost of Soedara is offering her brand new release at 40% off for a limited time.

Quanah of the Plains could be used by panther or slave and comes in two styles - the plainer colours or the fabulous 'exotic' pattern.

We [heart] Role-Play: Extremely Coy from GSpot

Roleplayers of Second Life, have you got any lindens left after Fantasy Faire? I hope so, because the We <3 Role-Play event opens on May 4, and there is really a stellar list of participants (list after the jump).

The first outfit sent out to bloggers is 'Extremely Coy' from GSpot. I'm really pleased to get the chance to try something from this store as I've seen it featured on other blogs but never gotten round to checking it out myself (bad, lazy blogger!!).

New from Soedara: Shaman Enchantress

Do you roleplay the baddest bad-ass of all time ever? Are you a fierce tribeswoman, or do you dabble in dark magics?

This outfit from Soedara is not for the faint of heart, and there's nothing remotely PG about it. From the brazenly bare chest to the gruesome accessories, this is for adults only.

New from Soedara: Nudzahui

Nudzahui is Soedara's latest release, and it's named for an indigenous American people. The outfit includes many different pieces, so lots of scope for mixing and matching. Naturally it lends itself to any kind of tribal roleplay, and maybe even adventurous wood elves. In Gor, it's perfect for panthers, and perhaps slaves who like or have cause to wear leather and hides.

30L Saturday, 1 December

Don't miss this week's round of 30L Saturday - there are so many great bargains to be had.

I've taken a few quick pics of some favourite outfits, but there are way more than I can show you right now.

I also picked up some great furniture and props which I haven't photographed... what can I say, get shopping!

Sweet Pea - Aura in red, (MESH, more colours available)

Soedara: Vexing Desire camisk (for slave or panther)

Soedara have come up with another mesh collection - this time, it's Vexing Desire, which can be worn by slave or panther depending on which option you choose. The outfits are based on the same template, but differ in textures and accessories.

The slave version (Vexing Desire Camisk) is accessorised with chain-scripted bracelets and anklets, while the outfit for panthers (Vexing Desire Exotic) includes feathered armbands and legwraps.

Soedara - Vexing Desire Camisk in hide

Slave Dressing Room - Wild Princess

The latest release from Cristine Easterling's Slave Dressing Room is Wild Princess, perfect for panthers and any other wild girls! The outfit is mesh, with prim accessories, and features what I'm gonna call a 'grassland print' trim.

I've been hanging onto this cute skin from BRAT[inc] till I had a panther outfit to wear, so now's the time. It's Extreme Brat T4 EarthAngel, and I love the black 'warpaint' on the cheeks.

Outfit: Wild Princess from Slave Dressing Room; Skin: Extreme Brat T4 EarthAngel from BRAT[inc]

Shack have moved - and have a cart sale!

A change of location for Shack - the mainstore is now on the Bellmer sim.
To coincide with the move, they're having a cart sale, with selected items half price.

Some quick vendor pics after the jump (many more colours available for all items).

30L Saturday, 28 July: Long weekend special!

It's a special 30L long weekend this weekend, meaning you can shop at bargain prices today and tomorrow!

In addition to the 30L special offers, participating designers have put out additional items at 50% off, so enjoy. As always, lots of silks, gowns, roleplay outfits and props.

Pictured here are some of my favourite 30L offers!

For F's Sake - Esme silks in blue

Solange! and Kyoot at Zodiac

A new Second Life shopping event called Zodiac has just launched - and there's no prizes for guessing that it's themed around the astrological star signs. This month, Leo is the sign of the collection. While the event isn't specifically aimed at roleplayers, there are some great pieces there you might like to look at.

Star of the show for RP types might be the Leona outfit from Solange! which would work for panther or slave. You can choose to make it PG or not... the not is after the jump :)

 The bustiers from Kyoot could be a nice wardrobe addition for bonds or free women- they're on multiple clothing layers so you can make sure you're covered (or not).

... and everything is 200L or under. Yay!