Pinot Noir

I live in a wine growing region in RL.  I have lots of favs, but I do love a good red.  I am partial to a lovely pinot noir and a fruity merlot, but won't turn down a white wine either and enjoyed a drop or two of pinot gris and arneis over our summer.

So, when I saw these fabulous vines from Botanical I knew I could create a little taste of home in my backyard and live out a wee dream of mine of having my own vineyard (not that I know anything about growing or processing grapes for wine, but why let that stop me?).

This Touch-To-Change Vineyard set is available at The Garden and, as with all T2C items, you can use the hud to change your vines depending on the season which means 4 seasons with 1 item.  Easy!

The cart is also from Botanical and comes with great poses so you can relax and watch other people pick the grapes!

Crates:  Dreamscapes Art Gallery - *Garden* Crates B (from my inventory)

Jacket:  K-Code - Scarlet 1 (New Release)
Jeans:  K-Code - Sarah 5 (New Release)
Lipstick:  Senzafine - Moonglow Lip Color - Vintage Reds - Cherry (Genre)
Boots:  Fir & MNA - Wellies (from my inventory)
Hair:  Truth - Sadie (from my inventory)
Tank:  Jane - Intrinsic Tank - Khaki (from my inventory - closed store)

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Bubbles

I found these Bubbles poses from Infiniti at the Pose Fair 2014 and thought they would be perfect with the outfit and scene I had to blog.  I love bubbles!

The Bloc Outfit White is from [SAKIDE] and you will find it at The 100 Block.  You can alter how you wear the leggings and the gloves so it is fun and versatile.

The shape is one I am enjoying from Panda Punx.  It is called Yasmine and you can track it down at [Room 69].  I like the curvy look of this shape.  It is fun to have hips!

Ok, I admit that I just like this photo so I had to add it to the post.  It does show off the pose nicely, so I am justifying it that way!

The nails are from [S H O C K] and are also in The 100 Block.  These ones are called Slink Glam Rock Nails and come with a hud so you can pick the colour you want.  Smexy!

The other items are from my inventory and so you can find this Erika hair at Wasabi Pills, the Mesh Combat Boots from Kennedy's (closed store so these are only on MP), and the Elf Ears at Gauged.

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Murder

It is fitting that I am in a place that celebrates Shakespeare and quotes such as:

 "Murder most foul, as in the best it is;

But this most foul, strange, and unnatural."

and

"Come, seeling night,
Scarf up the tender eye of pitiful day,
And with thy bloody and invisible hand
Cancel and tear to pieces that great bond
Which keeps me pale! Light thickens, and the crow
Makes wing to the rooky wood;
Good things of day begin to droop and drowse,
Whiles night's black agents to their preys do rouse."

I am of course in the wonderful sim of Foul Whisperings and Strange Matters, Macbeth and it seemed apt that I found this awesome pose pack called LadyCrow from Axix at the Pose Fair 2014 that celebrates crows (Axix is near the bottom...you will see what I mean when you go there).

I am thankful that I seem to have power over this murder of crows...

Dress:  Coquet - Athena Dress (The Theme Park)

Tattoo:  .:CoLLisions:. - Sarashwati (The Theme Park)

Jewellery:  Sax Shepherd Designs - Devi Jewels - Durga (The Theme Park)

Eyeshadow:  *Morphine - Julian EyeShadows - Silver with Liners (The Monochromatic Fair)

Lispstick and Nails:  Senzafine - "Moonglow" Lip Color - Vintage Reds - Cherry, and "Moonglow" Vintage Red Nails - French Tips (Genre - includes toes - see photo below)

Sandals:  *Mon Cheri* Sandals - Malesia - Milk/Silver (The Monochromatic Fair)

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Pssst!

I put this dress on from ! R3VOLT ! called Lilah (The Monochromatic Fair) and as I started putting accessories on I suddenly had a secret agent/spy moment.   I was disappointed that I didn't have a briefcase but I hoped you would get the vibe.

Poses:  Magnifique Poses - Journey Home (from my inventory)
Hair:  Truth - Junia (from my inventory)
Boots:  G*Field - Mesh Lace-Up Boots (from my inventory)

I love the back feature of this dress.  There are 3 versions and I am wearing #3.  Very cool.

Glasses:  [Z O O M] - Monochromatic Sunglasses (The Monochromatic Fair)
Hat:  Amacci - Hannah (from my inventory)

Now I am off to meet my contact.  I think I see him now.  Shhhhh!  You see nothing, right?

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Blue is Not Sad

Poor old blue has a bad reputation.  It gets to be the colour of sadness, but not this day.  No, not this day.  Today it is the colour of sunshine and fun.

It is also the day when I show you more items from The Monochromatic Fair and they are blue, blue, blue!

Outfit and Shoes:  [SAKIDE] - Blu Outfit (TMF)

Bag:  Duh! - Suede and Bamboo Colorchange (Recent Release)
Hair:  Wasabi Pills - Kelly (from my inventory)

Bracelets:  *Mon Cheri* - Alma Bangle Set - Silver (TMF)
Nails:  [S H O C K] - Tip Your Waitress Nails (The 100 Block)

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Aqua

I have called this post Aqua but for all I know it could be teal or turquoise or azure.  I have never quite worked out the difference.  I know some of you out there are sighing at that admission, but quite honestly is there much of a difference really?  Perhaps some are more green and some more blue.  *Shrug*  All I do know is that my items today from The Monchromatic Fair are just lovely whatever colour heading they fall under!

Dress, Earrings, and Clutch:  Legal Insanity - Flora Dress, Clutch and Earrings - Azure
Sandals:  Maxi Gossamer - Ibiza Summer Beaded
Poses:  [AbsolutA] Poses - Monochromatic Fair Model

Eyeshadow:  *Morphine - Juliana EyeShadow with Liners - Teal
Hair:  Koy - Rust (From my inventory)

Bracelets:  *Mon Cheri* - Alma Bangle Set - Turquoise
Nails:  (bubble) - Fishnet Nails - Light (The 100 Block)

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Lilac and Lime - Quick Post

I am throwing this post out quickly cos the items from Leri Miles Design are in the 60L weekend.  I would hate you to miss them cos they are cuuuute!

Right, less chatty and more posty!

Top:  Leri Miles Designs - Marly Halter Lime-Lilac
Shorts:  Leri Miles Designs - Maria Shorts - Lilac
Shoes:  Ariskea - Gumies Mesh - Grape (The Monochromatic Fair)
Poses:  Purple Poses - Tatiana (TMF)
Clip:  {Witches&Rats} - Bat Hairclip - Purple 1 (TMF)

Eyeshadow:  *Morphine - Juliana EyeShadows - Purple (TMF)
Lipstick:  Pink Acid - Marilyn Matte Lipstick - Lavender (TMF)
Jewellery:  Moondance Jewels - Lotus (Recent Release)

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In the Rain

I like walking in the rain and Arya does not so I am hijacking this post and doing it myself...

Ok, the true reason is that she is busy and I had nothing to do.

I have some more bits from The 100 Block and I am pleased there is actually some men's stuff to show.  Can I encourage more of you designers to get on the menswear train?  I hope so.  If you don't I will get bored and annoy Arya and then she can't blog.  Do you want that on your conscience?  Ha!

Sweater:  AITUI - Starstruck - Blue + Black
Shape:  {HoStyle Shapes} - Noah Shape

Piercings:  Hebenon Vial - Smug
Beanie:  Kal Rau - Mesh Beanie (Not in 100 Block)

Jeans:  American Bazaar - Baggy Jeans - Blue
Shoes:  HOC Industries - Hocs Lowtops - Classic Colours (Not in 100 Block)

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Lady of the Lake

I am loving all these events and fairs at the mo.  Keeps a blogger busy and out of trouble!  Today is all about The Monochromatic Fair and I am loving the amazing styles and colours that the designers are bringing out for our buying pleasure.

My outfit today is a fine example of that.  This blue is stunning!  The dress, jewellery, nail polish and shoes are all from *Mon Cheri* and I couldn't wait to show them off.

The dress is the Empire Maxi and I am wearing it in the Cobalt colour with a white belt, but you also have the option of a brown or black belt if you wish.

The shoes are the Malesia Sandals in the Sea colour and these work well with your flat Slink feet.  Great casual sandals but so lovely.

I am also wearing this Saasha Necklace in Blue and these great Alma Bangles in Ocean and Silver.  I know these will get a lot of wearing as they can go with a variety of styles and will suit formal or casual wear.

The skin I am showing off today is from *Morphine and is also at The Monochromatic Fair.  It is called Juliana and I am wearing the Peach Skintone (Skye/Light).  The skin comes with Slink appliers for feet and hands which makes life simple.  My eyeshadow and lipstick are from *Morphine too and are also called Juliana.  I am wearing the Blue eyeshadow and the Natural Dark lip colour.

The poses in the first three photos are from Ilaya and are from the Mono Pack.  These can be found at TMF too and are great poses to have in your inventory.

The pose for the last photo is from the Handy Pack from Infiniti and these are from The 100 Block.  Great for showing off your new nails, jewellery or, as in my case, Slink hands.

Lastly my hair is from Tulip and is called Elena.  I picked this up at The Season's Story.

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Glam Grunge

One thing I love about SL is the fact that I am constrained by the rules of fashion here.  I can do what I darn well like, and one of those things is to mix a bit of glam with my fav grungey looks.  In your face fashion police!

Few more items from The 100 Block for you!  Yes, I know I did one of the tees the other day, but they are so cool and this is the rock one!  Works with the pants.

Jewellery:  Moondance Boutique - Charlotte (New Release)
Hair:  Wasabi Pills - Hanako (The Season's Story)

Tee:  [MODA] - Music Mania Tee (The 100 Block)
Pants:  Legal Insanity - Courtney Cargo Pants UK Brown (The 100 Block)

Tattoo:  ZENTRO - Smile Now Cry Later (The 100 Block)
Skin: Panda Punx - Gabriella - Show Me (Rock Attitude Fashion Fair)
Sneakers:  deeR - Mesh Squad Shoes (from my inventory)

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