The One in Which ... I Purchase a Mesh Body

Ever since I returned to SL, I've been trying to figure out mesh.  Now there was some mesh coming into the world when I left 3 years ago...I even made a few mesh items myself.  However, the whole mesh body thing was only beginning to take shape...haha...pun intended.  I have had mixed feelings about mesh shapes & heads.  In my ignorance I thought, why would anyone want to look like everyone else?  I certainly don't want to.  However, after recently trying on several demo mesh bodies, I realized they are still VERY customizable.  you still need a shape to go under them.  And even though its not completely unique per avatar, even the skin and details can be customized a bit.  I have yet to be ok with buying a mesh head though.  Maybe once they are as customizable as the bodies I'll consider it.

So that leads us to the choices...so many choices.  I looked over the reviews on http://meshbodyaddicts.com/ and also chatted in world with a few people.  The general consensus was that Belleza and Maitreya stood out ahead of the pack.  They happened to be my favorite demos as well.  I definitely want to purchase others in the future though, especially for the plans I have in SL.  I really want the Belleza body but since Maitreya was a bit cheaper and I "needed" a new skin too, I went with them.

This body has been blogged about countless times I'm sure, but here is my take.  I find it absolutely stunning.  I love the fact that it goes with Glam Affair skins, which are some of my all time favs.  You can find all the details on what I'm wearing in the photos below.  Here are a few close ups (un-edited) of the amazing detail on this body.

And...have I mentioned how awesome the feet are?  I HATE feet!  But I LOVE these!

Next purchase will be the Belleza body!  Then we'll see what happens after that.

Style Sheet

Mesh Body ~ Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Skin ~ -Glam Affair - Katya - America 03
Hair ~ ::Exile:: Set Free: Dark Reds
Location ~ My humble home
Poses ~ by Zelly Mornington (no longer in world), Dove Swanson (no longer in world) & Maliah Naidoo (of KaTink...can be found under Annemarit Jarvinen).

Please Note:  The first 3 photos in this post are edited so to see the originals, please visit my flickr.  Thank you!

The One in Which ... I Visit the Okinawa Summer Festival

So I tend to get bored fast if I don't have something to keep my busy.  And until I'm able to transfer some linden in world, shopping is not much of an option.  So I've been checking out some different events and discovering new designers I can shop when I get rich!

Today I found my way over to the Okinawa Summer Festival.  Its a Japanese event with 40+ designers showing their awesome wares and goes through August 24th.  So be sure to go visit here:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ryukyu/110/144/24

As I was looking around, I found this beautiful maxi skirt!  The designer has a women's shirt as well for free, and men's shorts & a tank.  And all the other items are great as well at a super good price point.

After styling the skirt, I went in search of a great sim to take photos and ended up at Drobak Village here:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DROBAK%20village/60/36/22

Since I edit all my photos and play with photoshop keep in mind that the actual item will appear slightly different shades than what you see here.  So to see the raw shots before editing check out my new flickr account (Forgot the password on my old one):
https://www.flickr.com/people/134265140@N05/

And of course don't miss the Style Sheet below the next picture.

Style Sheet

Maxi Skirt - ++Twilight++ MAXI SKIRT 5
Jacket - fri. - Tourist.Jacket - 24.7 Pack (no longer available in SL)
Tank - JANE - intrinsic tanks.oranges
Necklace - EarthStones Falling Leaves Lariat Necklace- Autumn
Nail Polish - * RezIpsa Loc * ~ Autumn Nail Pack (no longer available in SL)
Shoes - *RRS* Boho Fringe - Gingerbread - DTCH Gift (no longer available in SL)
Hair - >TRUTH< Adeline -  reds
Eyes - Amacci ~ Gaze Eyes - Spring Green
Skin - (no longer available in SL)
Poses - (no longer available in SL)

WINTER FASHION WEEK PRESS RELEASE

Winter Fashion Week 2011
Presented By: Passion Fashion Agency, Elegancia, and KABUKI Boutique
December 9th – December 14th

Join us this December as Elegancia Fashion Agency, Passion the Fashion Agency and KABUKI b o u t i q u e are combining forces and embarking on a first ever, three agency Winter Fashion Week of fashion shows and events, featuring the latest in winter fashion from the grids top designers.

The Weekend begins with a one of a kind Grand opening gala commencing Friday, the 9th of December at 12pm presented by KABUKI b o u t i q u e. The opening will be a mixed designer show comprised hand picked models and original custom outfits/designs that encapsulate the theme "Wicked Winter Wonderland"

After the opening the week gets going with all of the excitment starting with the cyber couture of [sYs]! This is one week of events you do not want to miss!!!

December 9
12:00pm SLT – Winter Fashion Week Opening Gala
2:00pm SLT – [sYs] Fashion Show
4:00pm SLT – Egoisme Fashion Show

December 10
10:00am SLT – Aimesi Fashion Show
12:00pm SLT – Sartoria Fashion Show
2:00pm SLT – Nemesis Fashion Show
4:00pm SLT – Gizza Fashion Show
6:00pm SLT – House of Rage Fashion Show

December 11
10:00am SLT – Countdown Fashion Show
12:00pm SLT – Angel Dessous Fashion Show
2:00pm SLT – Xanadu Fashion Show
4:00pm SLT – PurpleMoon Fashion Show

December 12
12:00pm SLT – Tres Beau Fashion Show
2:00pm SLT – Solidea Folies Fashion Show

December 13
10:00am SLT – MEB Fashion Show
12:00pm SLT - Accessory Show Featuring GLAM Affair, Baoba, Lode and Finesmith
2:00pm SLT – Azoury Fashion Show

December 14
12:00pm SLT - Winter Fashion Week Closing Event

Be sure to mark your calendars early for this incredible week of events! It is not to be missed! We have a couple spots left, please contact: Federica Galtier, Blackliquid Tokyoska, Salvo Waydelich or Leandra Breen.