Just trying.

Hi!

I'm exhausted today, but that's kinda no change really, is it? :P

I think that a whole hour of actually people-ing with people in the RL where people go might have had a bigger effect on me than I first thought, because my sleep is all over the place and I just can't seem to.. well, people. *blinks*

I thought I'd try something different for a picture today. I was feeling kinda basic, and trying to be lazy but it turns out quite a lot goes into these lookbook style pictures, so kudos to those of you who do it regularly! 

Generally, I try to credit people when I get inspiration, but for the life of me I can't remember who on facebook did something similar lately. I have added a lil bit of Pickle flair that may have come from other Flickr users, so thank you to everyone who already does this for giving my brain a new thing to try! ♥

 xoxo

All of the things : 

Body, Hands & Feet : Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

Head : CATWA Magy

Skin : Go&See * Laura * @ Gloss

Eyes : -SU!- Medora Eyes (Gacha)

Eyeliner :  -SU!- Essential Eyeliners (Boxed) /RARE/ (Gacha)

Lipstick : In the catwa hud

Hair : *barberyumyum*T04 @ SaNaRae

Hat : Exile:: Break the Rules Hat

Choker : Eclat - Velvet Choker

Dress & Cardigan : [spectacledchic] Dress with Cardigan @ SaNaRae

Fries : :::ChicChica:::  French Fry 

Shoes : [BREATHE]-Keomi Heels @ Access

Show me a smile.

Once again, there's no information about the pose or background because you can barely see the pose, and the background was totes greenscreened.

Hi!

Today is a purple kind of day. I'm not entirely sure what that means.. let's google!

-wanders back-

According to this one site "Bourne Creative" the colour purple has a strong connection to Royalty and wealth, along with mystery and magic. So far, I'm kinda loving this. As you read on a little, it does say that too much purple can make you irritable, and too little can lead to apathy... not sure what quantities of either equate to too much or too little, though! Let's hope I'm not becoming arrogant and impatient though!

It seems there are some soothing qualities to the colour purple too, with gemstones in the tone apparently accentuating imagination, and learning new things - both of which I'm always keen to do more of... so that's a plus!

I didn't expect to write about purple, and it's almost become a self-fullfilling prophecy in that I DID learn something new today, just by having a peek at what the colour could mean. How fun!

In other news, have a peek at this gorgeous Go&See skin & shape combo that is currently on promotion at the mainstore. If you're a group member you can get the skin for just 99L, which is an 89% discount, by Kristyna's (of go&see) calculations. The group does cost 150L to join, but with regular promotions such as this, it's well worth the investment.

The skin is for catwa, and available in the tones Albi, Goth, Pale, Witchy, Tan, Tropic, Cola & Choco I haven't done a full review today because Hi, it's Saturday and Pickle is lazy (shh), but you can find a tone comparison for another Go&See skin in this post >Here<

You can grab a fatpack of all skins for 720Ls if you're part of the group, and that'll include the shape shown... if you'd like just the shape, it's sold separately for at a bargain 90L (for group members)!

The skin comes with optional freckles (which I'm sporting!) and a no brow option. Also included is a catwa eye colour too, again, not shown today... sorry!

Go grab your bargains, Spoonies!

xoxo

All of the things : 

Body, Hands & Feet : Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

Head : CATWA Catya
Shape : Go&See  * Anya * Shape ( Catya Catwa )

Skin : Go&See * Anya * (Mainstore Promo)

Eyes : -SU!- Medora Eyes (Gacha)

Earrings, Septum & Bindi : :: SAGA :: Verena Jewel Set Onyx

Hair : DOUX - Cristal Hairstyle

Choker : Eclat - Strap Buckle Choker

Sweater : .:villena:. - Cropped Sweatshirt 

Jeans : ..:villena:.  - Distressed Skinny Jeans 

Look twice.

Pose : [La Baguette] Caprice3

Background : anxiety %cellardoor

I had a really, really vivid dream last night. It was so detailed and so much like a movie, that when I was woken up by my alarm (yes, it's Sunday, but fudge, I'm trying to be normal!), I knew how it should have ended. I knew the characters backstories. I knew how they'd gotten to the point I was at when I was disturbed.

It floored me a little, and I remember reading about Stephen King, who is meant to write about his nightmares and a part of me wondered if I should be doing the same. 

This wasn't a nightmare, but there were parts that could have been horror/thriller.

I'm considering trying to take an SL Picture to encompass my dream, and maybe I'll tell you more about it in the future. In the meantime, have some pretties from Miss Chelsea, Breathe & Dappa.

xoxo

All of the things : 

Body Hands & Feet: -Belleza- Freya

Head : LeLutka Bento Head-PIPER 3.3

Skin : [Glam Affair] Giada Applier

Eyes : -SU!- Medora Eyes /Glitch Wasted/ (Gacha)

Ears : ^^Swallow^^ Dragon Ears 

^^Swallow^^ Gauged Ear

Septum :  DAPPA - Septum X. @ TLC

Eyeshadow :  -SU!- Katja Eye Makeup 

Hair : pr!tty - Daydreamer (Gacha)

Cat-ears : #Foxy - Lace Cat Ears 

Choker : Eclat - Strap Buckle Choker

Tattoo : DAPPA - Savage Tattoo.@ The Seasons Story

Outfit : .miss chelsea. Ulla Set @ N21 (opening tomorrow, Jan 21st)

Fishnets : Bossie. fishnet tights 

Shoes : [BREATHE]-Kimika Heels @ FaMESHed

The eyes of a stranger.

Location : Elysion 

Please allow me a moment of insanity while I squee incredibly excitedly over this skin by Go&See!

Although I'm wearing it on the Genus (beta) head, there is also a Catwa and Omega applier supplied for the head texture (so you can literally try it with nearly every head on the SL Market), and the body texture is an Omega applier, too! As always I suggest trying a demo before purchasing, as shading positions can vary from head to head.

When paired with these gorgeous eyes from Lotus, I really feel like my Genus head has come to life - which is quite difficult considering the Beta limitations as they are right now. I am so excited for the full release of this head, I can't wait to see what is going to become of this brand!

I hope your humpday is filled with laughter and joy!

xoxo

All of the things! : 

Skin :  Go&See * Nana * Pale @ The Seasons Story

Head : GENUS Project - Genus  Bento head  - Mocap (BETA!)

Eyes : CATWA Mesh Eyes 

Eye Applier : LOTUS.  Abundance Eyes  @ The Seasons Story (Also available in Lelutka Appliers & Regular Mesh eyes)

Nose Piercing : [VEX] Double Crossed Nosering

Hair : Tableau Vivant // July hair (Reopening Gift! Includes Style Hud!)

Choker : Eclat - Velvet Choker

Surface level.

Pose, Coffee & Phone prop : *!R.O!* Routine BENTO Pose 

Location : Orchard Heights (Family Community please dress accordingly!)

I've never been particularly attached to my phone, but I AM exceedingly attached to my PC, so I kind of understand how easy it is to get distracted by something shiny and all of a sudden you've beavered into your best friends neighbours boyfriends fathers business-partners facebook profile, and you're wondering how you got there, slightly bemused with cheerios dripping down your chin.

I've also never really been one to share much on social media. I guess to me that equates to telling people about my life, and honestly, if you're not involved in my life, why do you care? What good is telling my third cousin that I just ate a bowl of porridge and quite fancy a nap now?

I don't do anything particularly exciting, RL or SL, and I guess the closest I get to over-sharing is probably to do with Consent, which'll happen at the moment once or twice a week.

However, I do often wonder what the world is coming to.

I believe we've all become somehow desensitized to 'real life'. We see something violent online, and it can become amusing rather than disturbing. We are no longer rooting for people to make it, but celebrating their losses. We don't interact as humans, but as robots, liking and hearting all of the posts instead of commenting to the person themselves.

Introversion is becoming far more prominent, mental health is in decline.

Is this because of technology & social media, or is this just what the world is morphing into?

The above picture pretty much describes how I see it. We're trapped in a little bubble of our own colourful world, and the outskirts of it are grey and bleak. We might be scared to put down that phone, or step away from the computer for fear of missing out - but the reality is there's probably far more going on in the grey that we're missing, and it's right in front of us.

Maudlin? Not necessarily. I do think a healthy balance of RL & Social Media can be beneficial, and I'm really the last person to be preaching about spending less time attached to that little screen waiting for Veronica to post her latest snapchat photo of her having "Such a good time with the girls in the club"... ultimately, whatever you're doing, however you're using your time online, remember, hiding in the grey, is life. Grab it.

All of the things : 

Body, Hands & Feet : Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

Skin : Lara Hurley-Rie Milky 

Head : LeLutka Bento Head-CHLOE

Eyes : -SU!- Ophelia Eyes Fatpack /ULTRARARE/(Gacha)

Hair & Hat : Beusy: "Delete" Hairstyle [Game Over Gacha / Item] RARE @ The Epiphany

Choker : Eclat - Velvet Choker

Playsuit : _CandyDoll_ Corina Jumper (Mainstore release)

Bag : Intrigue Co. - Fanny Pack

Boots : EQUAL - Drew Boots @ FaMESHed

Elevated.

Pose : Go&See * Cool * 5 @ Chapter Four (Opens 4th Feb)
Shoulder Jacket : ::C'est la vie !:: Chus JK Gacha @ Blush

Background : Fireplace, Build & Table : DRD - Series 01
Plants & Bar : Apple Fall

Hold on to your knickers, today's post is full of information about the products shown!
Back in September, DRD started a series called "Light and Dark" running on the concept of a subscription box. Over a period of six months, they released one mystery box per month, which you had to sign up for every month and pay for every month. At the end of the six month period, if you  had managed to grab each of the boxes you were promised a light and dark building to match with the furniture as a bonus.
Not only have I been absolutely wowed by the furniture on a monthly basis, but I am also stunned by the buildings now too. When I logged in today and received the final box, I almost literally ran to DRD as fast as my pixel-legs could carry me, wearing my Subscription hud, I made huge grabby hands at the vendor, receiving my bonus houses. I. Freaking. Love. Them.
I know I'm only showing you a small portion of the latest box, in the light version, but this set is undoubtedly worth every single penny I paid for it. I'm never upset by the quality of DRD, and this is no exception. With the ability to rez the builds inclusive of furniture, or to create your own scene using the subscription boxes you've received previously, this is a fantastic end to a 6 month journey I took on an off-chance. Love.

Now let me just squee over this dress by Bueno. I say dress loosely, because as you can see by the main photograph, I've removed the shirt to add my own. Automatically this becomes a staple in your inventory, because it's now capable of being glammed up for a night out, or worn to visit your friends who don't like seeing your tits at every opportunity. (Although, who doesn't like tits?)
The skirt comes in several colour options available separately or in a fatpack and with it, you get a hud for the shirt (shown in pictures above) with a bunch MORE colour options for that (Yes, there's even more than those shown in the picture!). It's literally the mixiest and matchiest thing ever! You can even change the zippers through different metal textures too!
Finally, there's the pose from Go&See. I love how creative Go&See is, and the store reflects the different interests extremely well. Whether it's poses, eyes, skins, or add-ons, the quality is always there. These poses are from the *cool* range, and will be available at Chapter Four from the 4th February.

All of the things! :

Body, Hands & Feet : Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

Skin : Lara Hurley-Rie Milky 

Head : LeLutka Bento Head-CHLOE

Eyes : -SU!- Ophelia Eyes Fatpack /ULTRARARE/(Gacha)

Glasses : .tsg. Shy Megane

Hair : AD - sia 

Choker : Eclat - Velvet Choker

Bra : Addams - Cecilia Flower Bra - Maitreya - N*30 - RARE (Gacha)

Nail applier : alme.   Minimal: Silver

Skirt/Dress : BUENO-Bonita Set @ Fameshed

Fishnets applier : .:villena:. - Fishnet

Shoes : #EMPIRE - Nasturtiums 

This is the why.

Pose : FOXCITY Lounge-5 (Fatpack exclusive)

Props : ionic : Rooftop Chimneys & Antennas

{anc} mist cloud&nebra beads [sungold]

Sometimes when I put an outfit together I get an "Oh no bb, what is you doing?" moment. Not gonna lie, I sorta had that with this one, but incorporating a story behind the outfit really helps for me.

See, in this picture I've been out all night. I've half undressed in a semi-drunken stupor, pulling on a comfortable pair of shorts and fallen into bed, exhausted from a night of dancing and drinking.

At some point in the early morning, I've woken up with cotton-mouth, and reached over for a glass of water. After sating my thirst, I've decided to sneak out of the window and hop up to the roof for a cheeky smoke, adorning my feet with the shoes I wore the night before in order to watch the sun rise and the stars dissipate before my eyes.

All of the things : 

Body: -Belleza- Freya 

Skin : Lara Hurley- Beth

Head : CATWA Lona

Hair : Wasabi // Foxy Mesh Hair @ FaMESHed

Glasses : Peaches. - Koni Glasses

Choker : Eclat - Choker Heart

Tattoo : DAPPA - Amphora Tattoo. @ Winter Trend (Opens 8th Dec)

Shirt : EVANI - Annie Top

Hands : Slink Hands - Dynamic

Nails : Astralia - Compatible mesh nails system

Nail Polish : Hello Dave - Nail Appliers - Astralia - The Bold One

Shorts : BUENO-Sweet Shorts 

Shoes : Phedora ~ Alicia heels ~ group gift

Overdose.

Pose : MILA . POSES // 21

Background : L'Etre - Photography background [#7]

Truck : DO Rusty Truck - Adult

All of the things :

Body : Slink Physique Hourglass Mesh Body

Skin : ItGirls - Lelutka Skin Applier - Ava Summer @ Uber

Head : LeLutka Bento Head-SIMONE 2.2

Eyebrows : [okkbye] Eutropic Eyebrows (OMEGA)

Lipstick :  Veechi - Genie Lipgloss @ Rewind

Ears :  ^^Swallow^^ Gauged Ears @ The Fetish Fair 

Sunglasses : Eclat - Mirrored Sunnies

Hairbase :  .Tableau Vivant \\ Lelutka HB1

Hair : Blues. Khloe @ Rewind

Necklace : #Foxy - Suede Wrap Choker 'Black' Silver

Tattoo : .Identity. Body Shop - Rosco's Legitness @ Bodyfy

Vest : Addams // Lisa Denim Vest // White

Bra : LeP - Strappy Bralette - BANG

Hands : -VA-F-VISTA BENTO PROHANDS 

Rings : Absolut Vendetta -Hydra Bento Rings

Cuffs : .random.Matter. - Yoona Cuffs 

Panties : [VALE KOER] WAIST PANTIES

Feet : Slink Avatar Enhancement Feet Deluxe (High)

Shoes : REIGN.- ROME LACE UP HEELS

 

 

Somebody loves ya.

Pose : [evoLove] Badass no.3

Photo taken @ Floor 1, Whole Wheat

All of the things :

Body : Slink Physique Hourglass Mesh Body

Head : CATWA HEAD Aisha
Head Appliers : Just Magnetized - Perfect Eyebrows - set 07 for CATWA, *Bolson / Tattoo - Kojima, Just Magnetized- Calystegia Lipstick for CATWA @ The Showroom, Veechi - Coastal Nights Shadow @ Summerfest

Eyes: [Buzz] Elysium Eyes

Ears : UNISEX[MANDALA]STEKING_EARS_Season 5 

Ear-Wings :  phedora. Angel Earrings Set.1 @ Cosmopolitan

Lash Applier : .euphoric ~Superstar  Lashes ~[Catwa]

Hairbase :  Just Magnetized - Basic Hairbase - set 03 for CATWA

Hair : no.match. ~ NO_SILENCE ~ Pack of BLONDS @ Hello Tuesday

Cigar : [NikotiN] Torpedo Cigar - Nextgen

Tattoo : -7P- Henna Applier

Dress : *LuLu* BeatriceDress @ Hello Tuesday

Hands : Slink Mesh Hand Casual

Rings : Eclat - Chevron Ring & Cross Ring

Leg Harness : *MUKA* Leg Strap

Skates & Legwarmers : N-core SKATES 

 

 

Touch the sky.

 Pose & Swing : [evoLove] - Swing1

Photo taken @ :::Banned::: (Adult)

 

All of the things :

Body : Slink Physique Hourglass Mesh Body

Skin : Insol: Face 'Ashley'  for CATWA @ Tres Chic

Head : CATWA HEAD Aisha
Head Appliers : Veechi - Chroma Bold Eyeliner [Catwa], Just Magnetized - Perfect Eyebrows - set 04 for CATWA,

Eyes: [Buzz] Elysium Eyes

Ears : UNISEX[MANDALA]STEKING_EARS_Season 5

Lash Applier : .euphoric ~Superstar  Lashes ~[Catwa]

Hairbase :  Just Magnetized - Basic Hairbase - set 03 for CATWA

Hair : *booN Lab.040 hair @ Tres Chic

Daisies : MadPea Floral Crowns - Fae (Gacha item)

Septum :  (Yummy) Luxury Septum's - Silver Diamond Septum @ The Arcade

Tattoo : *Bolson / Tattoo - Kojima

Choker : Eclat - Choker Heart

Shirt : Bueno - Breeze Shirt (Former Group Gift, other colours available)

Hands : Slink Mesh Hand Casual

Shorts :  Addams // Dolores Short w/Belt

Feet : Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack (Flat)

Sandals :  REIGN.- CALIFORNIA SANDALS (50L Friday, 24/6)

The one to blame.

Pose : Sissy Pose 1- Label Motion

All of the things :

Body : Slink Physique Hourglass Mesh Body

Skin : Insol: Face 'Ashley'  for CATWA @ Tres Chic

Head : CATWA HEAD Aisha
Head Appliers : Veechi - Chroma Bold Eyeliner [Catwa], Just Magnetized - Perfect Eyebrows - set 04 for CATWA,

Eyes: [Buzz] Elysium Eyes

Earrings : Izzie's - Metal Feather Earrings

Sunglasses : [Z O O M] Laian Glasses

Lash Applier : .euphoric ~Superstar  Lashes ~[Catwa]

Hairbase :  Just Magnetized - Basic Hairbase - set 03 for CATWA

Hair : Beusy: Mood Mesh Hair @ Tres Chic

Septum :  (Yummy) Luxury Septum's - Silver Diamond Septum @ The Arcade

Tattoo : *Bolson / Tattoo - Kojima

Choker : .:EMO-tions:. *MORPHINE *. @ Lost & Found

Dress: -tres blah- Carolina Dress For Luxe Box June

Hands : Slink Mesh Hand Casual

Bracelets & Ring : Eclat - Multiset

Feet : Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack (High)

Shoes : phedora. Malena heels metallics GROUP GIFT 

 

Pose : Sissy Pose 5- Label Motion