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<Hums, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…”> Whether you celebrate Christmas or another holiday special to you, this time of year is a time of love and celebration… and parties. This is the final posting in my Breezie’s Picks holiday blog series, and I’ve styled up more marvelous party ensembles for you.

I hope you enjoy these, maybe even give you party dressing ideas of your own. Regardless, there are many talented designers and content creators out there in our virtual world, so go looking around and end 2009 looking fabulous!

OUTFIT & GLOVES: Chantkare “Chubby”; HAIR: Truth “Lauren” (mirage); BOOTS: LeLutka “Chloe Ankle Boots” (black); SKIN: LeLutka  ~model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Jador “Margot” (gold); HAIR: LeLutka “Ava” (platinum); BOOTS: Magnifico “Cage Boot” (red); SKIN: LeLutka  ~model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Vita’s Boudoir “Frozen Night”; HAIR: Maitreya “Zoe” (Strawberry Blond); HEADPIECE: LaGyo “Noir Desire-Black Widow”; EARRINGS: LaGyo “Noir Desire-Sacre Coeur”; SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Bare Lauren” (Python); SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Phoenix Rising “Willamina’s Tease” (Emerald); HAIR: Maitreya “Zoe” (ginger); JEWELRY: Phoenix Rising “Breezie’s Intoxication”; SHOES: Nardcotix “Varela Heel” (green); SKIN: LeLutka  ~model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Chantkare “Ballet de Noir”; HAIR: Maitreya “Aisha” (natural blond); JEWELRY: Phoenix Rising “Kay’s Kiboh”; SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Bare Lauren” (patent colorset); SKIN: LeLutka  ~model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Sascha’s Designs “Tease” (pink); HAIR: Truth “Lucinda” (seaspray); BODY JEWELS: CHIC Inc. “Body Diamonds” (Ruby); EARRINGS: Gems & Kisses “Pure Beauty” (silver); SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Elegant Slingback” (Pink Moc Croc); SKIN: LeLutka  ~model: Breezie Noel

OUTFIT, GLOVES, EARRINGS: Tres Beau “Frolic”; HAIR: Maitreya “Green II” (platinum); SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Bare Elizabeth” (Black Diamante); SKIN: LeLutka  ~model: Breezie Noel

Warmest wishes for a safe and blessed holiday season from me and everyone at Best of Second Life to you and your loved ones!

Love,

Breezie Noel

*Note: These photographs and all the others in this series of “Breezie’s Picks” blogs will be available soon at http://www.flickr.com/photos/breezie_noel/

I hope you enjoyed my previous post, highlighting some really beautiful formal gown choices for the holidays. But, as we all know, Second Life events aren’t always formal  – we also have parties!

From festive to chic to downright sexy, here are some party dresses sure to delight your style and turn every head in the room. Holiday Spotlight on YOU!

DRESS, TIGHTS, & HAT: LeLutka “Guile”; HAIR: LeLutka “UPDO” (blonde) with hairbase skin; EARRINGS: Phoenix Rising “Ashoka’s Fantasia”; BRACELET: Phoenix Rising “Kay’s Kiboh”; RING: LaGyo “Skulls!-Chic Knuckle” (dark); SHOES: LeLutka “Saffron Pumps” (black); SKIN: LeLutka *LeLutka clothing will be available for purchase first week of January.  Model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Baiastice “Silk Hug” (cream); HAIR: Uncleweb Studios “Raymond” (topaz brown); NECKLACE: LeLutka “Lilly”; BRACELET & EARRINGS: LeLutka “Nicolette”; RING: JCNY “Model 17-Art Lovers”; SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Bare Ingrid) (gold); SKIN: LeLutka  Model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Chantkare “La Dove”; HAIR: LeLutka “BlondBUN” (with hairbase skin); JEWELRY: Caithlin Carter Designs “Gwyneth Collection”; RING: Alienbear Design “Queen Heidi”; SHOES: 24 “Diamond Sandals” (white); SKIN: LeLutka  Model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Vita’s Boudoir “Bonjour Dress”; HAIR: Maitreya “Moon” (peroxide blond); BRACELETS: cutemurder “valerie” (pink); EARRINGS: LeLutka “Diamonde Bead”; RING: LaGyo “Be Careful” (silver); BOW/HEADBAND: LaGyo “Rare”; SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Bare Elizabeth (Silver Diamante); SKIN: LeLutka  Model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Chantkare “MattyBow”; HAIR: Laqroki “Ress” (black); EARRINGS: Aurora Borealis “Zelda” (freshwater gold); RING: LaGyo “Skulls-Chic Knuckle” (gold); STOCKINGS: Stiletto Moody “Lucky Seamed Stayups” (medium sheer); SHOES: Nardcotix “Varela” (gold); SKIN: LeLutka  Model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: LeeZu “Noell Sculpted Dress” (violet); HAIR: LeLutka “Ballerina Bun” (charcoal black); JEWELRY: Phoenix Rising “Kay’s Kiboh”; SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Bare Ginger” (Patent); SKIN: LionSkins “Yang”  Model: Breezie Noel

DRESS: Prism by Journey “Audrey” (pink sequins); HAIR: Beauty Avatar “Poker Face” (platinum, includes hat); EARRINGS: Baiastice “Synthetic Crystal”; RING: Chloe “Bubbles”; TIGHTS: LeeZu! “Cat Tights” (black) BOOTS: BAX “Ankle Boots” (black patent); SKIN: LeLutka  Model: Breezie Noel

PANTS & JACKET: Bliss Couture “Ophelia Mink Shrug/Pants Set” (midnight); HAIR: LeLutka “Ava” (platinum); EARRINGS: LaGyo “Noir Desire-Sacre Coeur”; RING: LaGyo “Noir Desire-Caged Dove”: TATTOO: Singing Moth “Crows”; BOOTS: LeLutka “Chloe Ankle Boots” (black); SKIN: LionSkins  Model: Breezie Noel

Here’s wishing you a holiday season of glittering parties and cozy nights by the fire with friends or that special someone.

Love,

Breezie Noel

*Note: These photographs and all the others in this series of “Breezie’s Picks” blogs will be available soon at http://www.flickr.com/photos/breezie_noel/

Perhaps more than any time of the year, ’tis the season for parties. From formal events to glittering get-togethers, this is the time when you’re most likely to searchyour closet for something wonderful to wear.

I’ve styled up some pretty fabulous gowns and party dresses to help you on your quest to turn heads. Some of these designs are new, others are simply too classic not to include. We’ll start with formals today, but check back tomorrow and the next day and the next, as I showcase cocktail styles and more in the next few blogs!

GOWN: Anubis “Asia”; HAIR: Truth “Sophia” (seaspray); JEWELRY: Phoenix Rising “Breezie’s Intoxication”; SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

GOWN: Vita’s Boudoir “Dirty Faded Couture”; HAIR: DBS “Toss Me Around” (auburn); JEWELRY: Chloe “Rebirth”; GLOVES: CKD “Chantilly Lace” (blood red); SHOES: Nardcotix “Kurvy” (Ruby Slipper); STOCKINGS: Stiletto Moody “Lucky” (light sheer); SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

 GOWN: LeLutka Ultra “Panic”; Hair: LeLutka “Pony Up” (STblond) *included with “Estelle” skin; EARRINGS: Donna Flora “Dark”; RING: LaGyo “Famous Lady” (black); SHOES: LeLutka “Saffron” (black); SKIN: LeLutka *LeLutka clothing will be available for purchase first week of January. ~model: Breezie Noel

GOWN: Paper Couture “Cardinal Entrance”; HAIR: ); Analog Dog “Kia” (black); GLOVES: LeeZu “Nif Nif” (black); JEWELRY: R.A. Crystal “Jane” (gold*black pearl); SHOES: Nardcotix “Kurvy Pump” (black); SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

GOWN, GLOVES, BOA: Tres Beau “Diva Revised”; HAIR: LeLutka “Hera” (Charcoal); EARRINGS: Alienbear; SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

GOWN: The Graceful Lily! “Reveal” (flesh); HAIR: Maitreya “Alex” (strawberry blond ); RING: LaGyo “Volta”; SHOES: Stiletto Moody “BARE Ingrid” (Nude); SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

GOWN: Nardcotix “Frank’s Jazz”; HAIR: JE*Republic “Tarae-IIII ” (onyx ); NECKLACE & EARRINGS: Chloe “Red Winds ” (Onyx); BRACELETS: Beauty Avatar “A&A Sissy (black); SHOES: Stiletto Moody “Pinup ” (Patent Python); SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

GOWN: Bliss Couture “Queen” (melon); HAIR: Fascino “Cactus” (Blonde); JEWELRY: Phoenix Rising “Breezie’s Anticipation”; SKIN: LeLutka ~model: Breezie Noel

Visit the BOSL Blog again tomorrow for even more holiday dresses!

Hope YOUR holidays are filled with beauty!

Love,
Breezie Noel

*Note: These photographs and all the others in this series of “Breezie’s Picks” blogs will be available soon at http://www.flickr.com/photos/breezie_noel/

The Christmas holiday season is a special and magical time. It’s a time full of joy and happiness, but also full of presents! I must say the fashion designers are doing such a great job to please us all. May you have many discounts and many free gifts! I just love it!

May the good times and treasures of the present become the golden memories of tomorrow. Here’s wishing you lots of love, joy and happiness. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!

Skin: Belleza – Jesse
Hair: !lamb. Witch
Jumpsuit: KHUSH (free gift)
Legging: KHUSH
Earrings: Gabriel
Legwarmers: KHUSH
Shoes: BAX Ankle Boots Black

Christmas bear:Sway’s Cookie Bear

Picture done by Mirko Panacek

Skin: Belleza – Jesse
Hair: Truth – Ingrid
Jacket: Dela
Sweater incl necklace: Gabriel
Skirt: COCO
Legging: ANEXX
Shoes incl legwarmers: ANEXX

Picture done by Mirko Panacek

Skin: Belleza – Jesse
Hair: *ARGRACE*

Dress incl stockings: *Linc* Sweater dress

Xmas Legwarmers: Bax Coen

Shoes:.:Periquita Mary Squares
Bag: *Courtisane*

Picture done by Mirko Panacek

Skin: Belleza – Jesse

Hair: Sky Everett Designs-Lady Sophia
Lingerie: Blacklace Naughty Elf: Red & Green (incl bracelet)
Shoes: Maitreya ChiChi Pumps
Present incl poses: *EverGlow* – Christmas Gift Box

Picture done by Mirko Panacek

Skin: Belleza – Jesse
Hair: !lamb. Ghost
Dress: DCNY “Miranda” Gown
Shoes: Maitreya Gold – Shanti Black
Bracelet and ring: Gems & Kisses – Pure Beauty
Earrings and Necklace: Alienbear Design – VernaRosa

Picture made by Anessa Stine

Skin: Belleza – Jesse

Hair: Maitreya Alex
Jacket: DCNY Ivanka Jacket
Jeans: DCNY Basic Jeans
Boots: BAX Prestige Boots Red Leather

Picture made by Anessa Stine

Linda Likes: Winter!

By Linnda Scofield

Maybe the title of my blog isn’t very true this time, because I am not made for the winter and its cold days, but I must say the winter fashion in SL is awesome at the moment, and I just can’t stop shopping and mixing and matching everything together.

When it comes to fashion, winter is a word that few like to hear, and many choose to deny its presence. The winter season can be as enjoyable as the summer season when it comes to sporting the latest fashion trends. Don’t let winter make you dull, keep looking for clothes and outfit combinations that will maintain your fresh look. Collect a variety of winter boots, jackets with different cuts and linings, and get some bags that will go with your winter look to keep up your image.

Winter clothes can never be complete without the mention of jackets and winter coats. Women’s winter jackets are designed to insulate you from the biting cold outside. Available in different lengths, you can play around with different styles and find one that can best suit all your different looks. If you have a fur in your wardrobe, you are lucky, because this season designers have returned fur to fashion. Furs always look perfect, and they are really chic on every woman.

Also, winter caps are essential winter wear. You must have one of them for keeping yourself cozy and warm during the winter. Usually people avoid wearing winter caps, as they feel it makes one look goofy and funny. Well, it may not be the same always, as you can look stylish by choosing the right one.

Lets grap some nice hot chocolate and see some of the outfits I bought.

Skin: Staged
Hair: *X*plosion
Fur: *COCO*
Sweater: LeeZu
Pants: KHUSH
Boots: Bax Coen
Belt: Maitreya
Sunglasses: [SteinWerk]
Earrings: Earthstones

Photographer: M4rk3tt0 Bonetto (http://www.flickr.com/people/markettobonetto/)

Skin: Dutch Touch
Hair: *ARGRACE*
Jacket: DeeTaleZ
Jeans: *COCO*
Belt: *COCO*
Boots: * Kookie *

Photographer: M4rk3tt0 Bonetto (http://www.flickr.com/people/markettobonetto/)

Skin: Staged
Hair: *ARGRACE*
Jacket: *ARGRACE*
Dress: Musashi-Do
Thights: LeeZu
Boots: Bax Coen

Photographer: Cortney Prieto (http://www.flickr.com/photos/np_studio/)

Skin: Dutch Touch
Hair: Vanity HAIR
Scarf: LeeZu
Sweater: Lelutka
Jeans: *Linc*
Boots: Maitreya
Earrings: Earthstones

Photographer: Cortney Prieto (http://www.flickr.com/photos/np_studio/)

Skin: Staged
Hair: ETD
Furcape: COCO
Sweater: COCO
Pants: Lelutka
Shoes: Maitreya
Fur hat: Unique Monsoo
Cigaret: Mika
Golden ring: Maylo Designs
Earring: Earthstones

Photographer: Di Hoorenbeek (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dihoorenbeek/)

It’s funny how seemingly random events can lead you into something completely unexpected and delightful. A modeling agency I work with recently asked me to script an upcoming fashion show which would feature the latest design releases from Donna Flora. Before that job I had never been to the store, nor was I aware of the brand, so I decided to check it out.

What a feast for the eyes! Squinternet Larnia’s designs are stunning conceptually, but what really floored me was the quality. I shop for clothes here in SL with two criteria: One, that they be fashionable and something I enjoy wearing; and two, that they be good quality designs. I work hard for my lindens, and I don’t want to buy something, only to be so disappointed by the quality of the work that I never wear it.

Donna Flora clothes are so gorgeous that I went on a shopping spree…and then decided to make this post on three of my favorite designs that I found.

http://slurl.com/secondlife/Garman/205/99/102

The first outfit is Donna Flora’s “Karen Pants.” This outfit can be bought in both skirt and pant versions (I chose the pants). The high-waisted pants are accented by four black buttons and look fantastic. If you look closely at the picture, you can see the detail in both the jacket and the ruffles of the shirt. The first time I put the outfit on, I found myself camming around myself and staring, just being completely vain. I couldn’t get enough of myself…hehe. The outfit is completed with a beautiful and delicate lace scarf. To complete the ensemble, I’m wearing Stiletto Moody “Black Patent” shoes and “127 in Silver” earrings by Kraftika, “Single Lady” hair from Exile and Laqroki’s “Carina Skin Peach Glow #2.”

This next Donna Flora design is called “Nicoletta Mini.” I love this one – it’s a cozy winter outfit, but with attitude. The colors are so soft that they would suit anyone. But once again, what floored me the most was the dedication to detail in the knit sweater top. It’s flawless. I also love the plum-colored mini/sweater bottom that drapes nicely over the short leather-style shorts. It’s both fun and flirty…two adjectives that I use a lot when i dig though my inventory trying to find the perfect outfit to wear.

Paired with this outfit are an amazing pair of boots that my SL partner actually found for me….I squealed with delight when I saw what fantastic taste he had. These “Venice Worn Brown” boots are from Kitties Lair, and they are of extremely high quality without breaking your SL budget. I wear these with many outfits, as they are so versatile. Finishing off the look is Laqroki “Carina Skin Number 6″ and Exile’s “Kaori” hair. This short spiky hairdo is one of the reasons that Exile has recently become one of my favorite places to shop for hair. As someone with a serious hair fetish, I find their hair to be not only affordable, but very realistic and high quality.

This final outfit is my favorite of all: “Rina” from Donna Flora. If you are dreading going outside this winter, put on this cozy but sophisticated suit from Donna Flora, and you’ll never fear the cold outdoors again. This ensemble comes in three clothing options. Wear it as a full dress, or pants suit…or, if you’re feeling extra flirty, suit up in the mini dress version. Take a close look at the detailed knit of this dress/pant suit and the scarf like belt that cinches the waist, and you’ll know that this is a one of a kind outfit that MUST be added to your own personal wardrobe. From the inviting earthtones of the dress to the high turtle neck collar, this design invokes “sophisticated woman” with every step you take. Ward away the chills with the gorgeous knitted hood that includes hair in three shades, and you are ready for a snuggly day with that special someone. Since this outfit comes with nearly everything a woman needs for a complete ensemble, I just needed to add a good pair of shoes – “Chi Chi Pumps” in Brown Velvet by Maitreya.

I encourage you to visit the Donna Flora store for yourself…it truly does not disappoint.

Love and Sunshine,

Occasus

Donna Flora – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Garman/205/99/102

Stiletto Moody – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Stiletto%20Moody%202/78/37/46

Kraftika Jewelry – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Jewelry/190/119/38

Exile – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Covet/175/40/28

Laqroki – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Laqroki/154/66/23

Kitties Lair – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kitties%20Lair/123/133/29

Maitreya – http://slurl.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/178/175/23

Hey guys, another post here, and I will change the style of things a bit. I hope you all enjoy it.

I was looking around Second Life and saw that there are many female things that men can also wear. Maybe this can be bad for those who are so super MACHO and don’t like to admit to using female items in any situation, but they might change their minds when they see the pictures I’ll post here today. I searched all the objects in female stores. Of course, not everything a man can wear – women’s shoes for example – but hair and some other items are definitely usable.

In this first picture I am wearing a scarf from Ce Cubic Effect in Black Purple color. The price is affordable. It did not have any scripts, and it is modify, so it can be edited to fit the body as needed. The second women’s item that I’m using in this photo is the hair. Maitreya’s store only sells hair for women, but, as you can see, this style, called Reign, is also great for men.

_Skin – -DC- Cole: Cream – 5 ‘o Clock Shadow
_Hair – Maitreya Reign – Blacks Pack
_Eyes – EDDESIGN body shop – Super Natural ord blue eyes – comes 6 types
_Accessories – !_Ce Cubic effect stole(Black_Purple)

In this second picture I’m also wearing some female items. The Maitreya style here, called Moon, is beautiful hair and is a great choice for men who like to wear long hair sometimes. I am also wearing a scarf from Sweetest Good-Bye, called Candy. It comes in 2 types, Normal and Mixed, but it also has a script to change textures. I’m wearing the Gritty Kitty unisex glasses. As you can see, it is a nice look for males.

_Skin – -DC- Cole: Cream – 5 ‘o Clock Shadow
_Hair – Maitreya Moon – Blacks Pack
_Shirt – [W&B] Mark Long Sleeve Henley CHERRY BLOSSOM
_Accessories – _[SG*] Candy – Brown
_Gritty Kitty: Pa-Zazz! Glasses

I hope everyone enjoyed the post about women’s things for male avatars. =D

Review by Jhao Oh

Picks by DeMerick Creeley

Linnda Likes…

By Linnda Scofield
14 July 2009

When people ask me what is your favorite fashion style on Second Life, I always say it depends on my feeling of that day. I am not a girl that likes to wear one style, but most of the time it will be more casual then formal. Not that I dont like formal, but it isn’t really me when I am wearing it all day long.

The thing I like the most about fashion and all those fantastic fashion designers here at SL is that you can mix and match outfits until you drop down to the floor. I always think it is a challenge to make every outfit really stand out and not look the same as everybody else who has that outfit in SL. That is why I mix and match things from different designers. You should experiment, too, and have some fun!

Here are four fashion combinations I really enjoyed putting together.

Skin: Beauty Avatar
Hair: MMS Hair – STEFANI (Lelutka)
Shirt: Zaara – Kavi top
Skirt: LeeZu – Nell sculpted skirt
Legging: LeeZu Cat Tights
Shoes: Maitreya
Jewelry: Zaara

Model: Me
Photographer: M4rk3tt0 Bonetto’s http://www.flickr.com/photos/markettobonetto/

Skin: Beauty Avatar
Hair: ETD – Strength III
Shirt and Blouse: AOHARU
Skirt: Dutch Touch
Shoes: Bianca.F
Belt: Crush
Tattoo: Inflict

Model: Me
Photographer: M4rk3tt0 Bonetto’s http://www.flickr.com/photos/markettobonetto/

Skin: SkinSane incl body tattoo
Hair: HCT – Black-Hukluban
Jacket: COCO – BomberJacket
Skirt: Leezu – Nell sculpted skirt
Legging: Leezu – Cat Tights
Shoes: J’s Real Toe – Cross Belt Sandals
Jewelry: Zaara

Model: Me
Photographer: Jula Carnell http://www.flickr.com/photos/julacarnell

Skin: Beauty Avatar
Hair: Sky Everett Designs – Kiera Black hair
Outfit: Mimikri – Kiku summer Jacket and Roxy Pants
Shoes: J’s Real Toe – Cross Belt Sandals
Sunglasses: [savvy avvy]

Model: Me
Photographer: Jula Carnell http://www.flickr.com/photos/julacarnell