Britany, Eliza, Dina & Jessie

Britany, Eliza, Dina & Jessie, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

These female models are wearing the 3 colour current group gift from Blacklace. These sweet lace and bows are perfect for under your clothes or for when they come off. For those who like a little more oomph there are Lola and Phat Azz appliers for all 3 as well. The Blacklace group costs $99L to join but is worth every L. Every month both Blacklace and Blacklace Beauty gift a gorgeous piece of lingerie and stunning makeups. The gifts are limited never sold in store editions and range from incredible clothing layers like the one shown above to mesh and even lola appliers. I’ve been in this group since day one and the gifts are not the only thing that keeps me coming back. The quality and creativity displayed not only for the store but in the monthly limited edition gift are incredibly generous and well worth the investment.

The latest group gift skin from Al Vulo! is Kinder Fairy and shown on the far left model with Lola’s applied.

A bit of shameless self promotion all 3 shapes have been refitted and re-released from Lexipedia this week. Dina (far left) now has additional shapes to fit various sizes of mesh including 4 cleavage heights since standard size mesh hasn’t listed buoyancy but it does matter! Eliza (in the middle) and Jessie (far right) both have included shapes to fit most medium mesh and include all 4 cleavage height options. Even with the refitting i have left the original and dress shape versions in for the times when you want to be a bit curvier in an older system outfit. Until December 10th all 3 shapes are a special promotional price of just $10L

Fall in Love with Purple Moon

Fall in Love with Purple Moon, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

Falling in love is easy to do with hunts like the one going on now at Purple Moon. My previous post showcased the monthly, subscribo and special Halloween gifts from this fabulous store. The group isn’t free but your the one time group join fee of just $50L is made back and then some with the first gift you receive. Another amazing perk of this membership is the fantastic hunts Purple Moon puts on. This month there is a fantastic hunt on. Find 16 little skulls… easily located by walking through each area and looking around. The skulls are clearly visible on the walls, shelves, lamps and floors. Shown above are just a portion of all the amazing gifts inside the skulls, scarfs and nails and much more for the full list click here. Many of these fall outfit pieces are Mesh to boot in 5 sizes! Be sure to check it out before they go back to full price. If they do, never fear, the Haute Couture here is very affordable.

The center model is wearing the latest gift from Al Vulo! Cecilia in Glitter Moccacino. This fabulous mocha skin comes with Lola Appliers as well as that stunning smile. Group join is free and these amazing skin gifts are frequent and multi-toned. If you get a message saying, Yikes! no memory, don’t worry just come back again tomorrow and bring your friends.

Aeva (Formerly Heartsick) brings to us 3 new skin group gifts for the ladies as well. The model far left is sporting Jaci in Beloved as well as Aeva’s Rumor shape. There are 5 tones in each pack ranging from the right most model, wearing Halo in Glitz in it’s palest version to a lovely dark mocha. Group Join is free but you do have to tp to the inworld store to be invited via a sign on the wall. There are currently 3 female gifts, 2 male and a  Yabusaka Petite2 applier all out in the store. For posts and pictures of these skins please click on the links for the Gem Skin or Lacrimosa.

Last but not least my center model is also wearing a new favorite of mine, a $10L marketplace item from Death Row Designs. These rigged mesh boots resemble the original Death Row Designs boot but with a new steampunk flair! For just $10L i’m sure they’ll only be around for a limited… time.

Lacrimosa Under a Purple Moon

Lacrimosa Under a Purple Moon, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

Weeping may come with the night but these lovely gifts are sure to bring a smile to your face.

Purple Moon‘s group isn’t free but more than worth the one time group join fee of just $50L. Group Gifts like the Linnda Gown Halloween Edition shown above are a monthly occurrence and already exceed the value spent on the group join fee.  This month there is an additional group gift, the lovely Venice Set Halloween Edition shown above. Perfect for Halloween but versatile enough to dress up any fall outfit. There is also a 16 piece hunt going on to be featured shortly for group members. If you don’t have the cash on hand but would still like to visit Purple Moon be sure to slap the subscribo for the beautiful Dark Couture Mask. This beautiful accent piece is mesh and sits perfectly against the face with no adjustment needed. Be sure to say a big thank you to this creator as she offers such amazing gifts in plenty and quality just shortly after giving birth in RL! and stay tuned a preview of all those lovely hunt items will be shown on this feed shortly.

The skin and shape worn above are the beautiful group gifts from Aeva (Formerly Heartsick). Group Join is free but you do have to tp to the inworld store to be invited via a sign on the wall. Paris in Lacrimosa is a perfect touch for Halloween or any goth event and beautiful enough to be an everyday skin for the daring. The picture of health the Enchant shape worn above came with the Lacrimosa skin and highlights every beautiful detail of the skin but could with no – small adjustment work beautifully with any shape.  The previously blogged Gem Skin is still available as are 2 male skin gifts, a ladies gift containing 3 skin AND a Yabusaka Petite2 applier.

A Picnic with Tawny

A Picnic with Tawny, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

ZINAS (Zero is Not a Size has 3 gifts up Free to group ($25L group join fee, group members also have their own MM) or $25L per outfit. Including “Tart” blogged in my post “Macy… Saffi… Tart” and “Cruella” still up on my flickr page http://www.flickr.com/photos/lexipediasultimateguide/8732786843/in/photostream/ and the newest addition shown above named “Tawny”.

Over-sized buttons, close-fitting waist and a simple geometric pattern  make Tawny a dress that has stepped straight out of the early 1960’s and straight into your heart. An easily fitted mesh  that flows to just above the knees only 50 copies are available so hurry quickly in to grab yours.I’m also wearing the “Zoe” shape from ZINAS available for FREE through Halloween! I am displaying  the Zoe shape in Curio Petal Angel skin gifted to group members this past Christmas.

I wanted to also feature this gorgeous setting. Garden of Dreams Scenes are the perfect getaway on your own parcel. I have to admit my main has been collecting them all over the years. There are 3 FREE complete scenes as well as many free gift touches to spark imagination in your home or store!  The scene above is called simply “Wood Glade” (there is a Wood Glade PLUS for sale but this version is a perma-free) and my personal favorite of the free scenes. In the center are logs you can sit on individually and a cuddle menu in the blanket to shame most costly mattresses in sl, for friendly chats or a romantic evening with your loved one. All of the scenes are testable so feel free to slip into a bubble and float up into a world like you’ve never seen created in moments for you then tucked away out of sight and out of prim limit when you’re done.

Where are your shoes? I’m going Barefoot in the Park :p

Macy… Saffi… Tart

Macy Saffi Tart, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

SL Fashion runs the gamut from adult contemporary to pieces of string and pasties but I’ve always believed that leaving a little to the imagination left a lot to the lady.

ZINAS (Zero is Not a Size has 3 gifts up Free to group ($25L group join fee, group members also have their own MM) or $25L per outfit. Including “Picnic” blogged in my post “July is looking Fair” and “Cruella” still up on my flickr page http://www.flickr.com/photos/lexipediasultimateguide/8732786843/in/photostream/ and the newest addition shown above named “Tart”.  The punky belted mini with lace decolletage detail comes with the Lola Tango Applier and would suit any night at the club! Tart shows just enough skin to be saucy and sassy and yet not be scandalous. Also from ZINAS Cat is wearing “Macy” a new shape from ZINAS on sale this weekend for just $25L. Macy is shapely and truely womanly with banging curves, enough to carry off the Lola Tango at it’s out of the box without looking out of proportion. I couldn’t resist a closeup not only of the pretty jewelry but to show off that sweet face!

When going with skin to win it’s best to balance the look with eye catching jewelry a bit above the plunging neckline and what’s true of RL fashion rings true in SL.  Just as I was looking through my Jewelry Box (yes that’s the name of my folder… yes i know i’m a dork…) a notice came through about a new group gift from Lazuri with turquoise accents that set this dress off magnificently! Lazuri makes simply gorgeous jewelry and frequently does fantastic gifts. The new gift, Saffi, includes earrings, a necklace and a bracelet for each wrist so you can wear as you like. Clicking on a creation from Lazuri opens a world of functionality that few designers have to their creations let alone in a gift! With one click you receive a menu to change the metal colour and the stone colour as the glow, brightness, beads and style (Beads, number of stones, spikes…).  Be sure to look around Lazuri not only are there a few more free gifts in the store but with the functionality you will most likely find that signature piece that you wear with everything.

The boots above are not free but worth mentioning https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/HOC-Industries-Thigh-Boots-rigged-mesh/3384032. At the cost of most mesh boots these run only $195L and come with 20 textures + 6 more if you join their group for free, making this one the best investment pieces in my wardrobe.

Taking a Page from Bettie

Taking a Page from Bettie, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

I have to say up front that i am a big fan Bettie Page and vintage pinups. The classy, healthy women showing just enough to titillate without being vulgar are my role models.

This shape from ZINAS (Zero is Not a Size) shows what this store’s name is all about. A beautiful, healthy, seductive and womanly shape Bette is no longer free but is still available on the marketplace for just 10L and sure to speed up your beau’s heartbeat. While you’re there don’t forget to wander there are $25L limited quantity outfits at the front free with a $25L group join, lucky chairs, MM boards and her prices are always reasonable.

Blacklace‘s last gift sits flatteringly on any shape but most especially on full figure glory. The Blacklace group costs $99L to join but is worth every L. Every month both Blacklace and Blacklace Beauty gift a gorgeous piece of lingerie and stunning makeups. The gifts are limited never sold in store editions and range from incredible clothing layers like the one shown above to mesh and even lola appliers. I’ve been in this group since day one and the gifts are not the only thing that keeps me coming back. The quality and creativity displayed not only for the store but in the monthly limited edition gift are incredibly generous and well worth the investment. This gift is no longer available but a new one is out already and just as gorgeous.

The Mandy hair from Calico suited the look for my Bettie Page homage to a tea and is now on sale at her main store.

The Body Shop : Women’s & Men’s Shapes

The Body Shop : Women’s & Men’s Shapes, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

At Vignette, also known as In Her Shoes, there are 3 free nice shapes to try on for BOTH genders! Don’t forget to say TY to the creator by leaving a few $L if you can in the tip jar or by saying thank you if you see her around and you cannot give anything monetarily.

I am very partial to Dr Life creations. Join the group and camp the lucky board for skins, shapes hairs and clothing and packets up to 1K in value. While it never specifically shows a shape on the lucky board, all of the skin prizes include one. For an Asian or petite style avi of any race this is probably one of the best places to start.

At LAQ, in the outlet section far back on the left, upstairs is a wall of free gifts including the Liv Portrait Skin and Shape.

Once you have a shape you are happy with it may help to move that into the Body Parts folder for easy locating later. If you would like to change something about your shape make sure you first check permissions, if it says no mod you will not be able to make adjustments.  Before you begin alterations make a copy of the shape and rename the one you wish to work on before wearing it. From here you will be able to mod (or modify) this shape to fit your vision for how your avi should look.  I do suggest slow moderate adjustments at first, until you have some practice. If you are dissatisfied with your progress simply delete the old version, make a fresh copy and start again.

Hints and tricks for making your own shape will be posted in a separate blog!

Aeva // Heartsick

Aeva // Heartsick, a photo by Lexipedias Ultimate Guide on Flickr.

Aeva (Formerly Heartsick) has a free shape and beautiful skin combo for both men and women in two different locations at the FabFree Station on the far right wall about the center of the wall and at Free Dove. At Free Dove when you land face the blue sign, travel up and to the left continue toward the far left wall, the box containing the shape and skin for both genders is on the last table on the left on the end closest to you. There are MANY great offerings at both Fabfree and Free Dove but be discerning, free doesn’t always mean best for you and you can quickly clutter your inventory with stuff that doesn’t suit you. Aeva (Formerly Heartsick) has an inworld group as well, $10L to join (FREE RIGHT NOW) and has offered up many amazing shapes and skins as group gifties!

The Male Gift is the same at both locations and contains 4 shapes and 2 skin shades a piece.  The women’s gifts are different by location and contain 2 shades with optional cleavage and both a plush and average figure shape. Please click forward to the Flickr page by clicking on the image for a full list of items worn in the image. All items shown are or were at one time free gifts or hunt items except for the men’s hair purchased at $35L a piece.

Many creators in SL make at least their SL living if not their RL living from their creations. This particular creator has mentioned that her RL living is contingent on her SL earnings and yet she has always been an amazingly generous creator, gifting over and over her talents to those starting out and without monetary means. Please make sure to donate if you can or if you cannot please send a thank you notecard to show your appreciation.