=E.M.A=

It was a post on one of my favorite blogs, Rummage Box, that got me to the =E.M.A= store at Creator's Pavilion.

The store is an eclectic mix of formal and casual items. Each design is unique and tends to come in only one color or texture. Although, layering options are limited.....the outfits come with a fun dance animation.

Here's "knit sweater". It's a cozy little sweater that's tied at the waist with a leather string belt. The result is a bunching of the sweater at the front - this cute effect is created by a prim attachment. The leather string detail is carried to the prim cuffs.

Several =E.M.A= outfits are all-in-one as shown below. This outfit is called "pink dress". It comes with the bolero, leggings and fishnet tights. All the pieces can be worn separately.

The last outfit I am going to show you is called "standard dress". It's happily non-standard. See for yourself. If you click on the "turn" version of this skirt (or any skirt from =E.M.A= for that matter) you can adjust its position without having to open the standard edit window. The cropped jacket has a high lace collar which can get the way of a good snapshot.......

Credits

Pic 1: Top: Skirt: BP* DNM PANTS SKIRT brown; =E.M.A= Knit Sweater; Skin: *Another Fundraiser with SKIN2.0 - Yasmin skin (sienna makeup); Hair: ETD Keeley - Black; Boots: Shiny Things Chunky Ribbon Boots - black; Socks: Shiny Things Stripe knit thigh highs - brown; Pose: Reel Expression

Pic 2: Outfit: =E.M.A= Pink Dress; Skin: Minnu Model Skins Dark-PurpleOrange; Hair: Armidi Hair - Symphony Twist - Midnight II; Shoes: Maitreya ChiChi Black ; Pose: TorridWear

Pic 3: Outfit: =E.M.A= Standard Dress; Skin: Minnu Model Skins Dark-Dust; Hair: Armidi Hair - Symphony Twist - Midnight II; Shoes: Maitreya ChiChi Black ; Pose: Reel Expression

Alchemy .....Timeless!

In case you missed it, Alchemy released a gorgeous dress a few weeks back called "Timeless". It's a no-fuss, sweet little dress that will make you feel very pretty.

Made of layers and layers of chiffon and one of those scripts that keep the skirt in place when you sit down....you are guaranteed no "SLLSS" - second life spindly leg syndrome.

If you hurry you may also make it in time to get the freebie dress and Alienbear jewelry set.






Credits:
Skin: Minnu- MMS Dark Mistress; Hair: ETD - Eva II Ebony; Dress: Alchemy: Timeless Red; Wrist Band: Crimson Shadow

**FRESH** news :: Grue Ling Designs

Grue Ling is a new designer to SL who shows an amazing amount of promise. I've picked up his latest releases but he has several more in his new shop on Mystical Island.


Having worked with Grue on this particular dress, called Shadow Lace, I'm quite fond of it. :) The corset top is laced and the texture is HIGHLY detailed (as is all of Grue's work) and the lace skirt has many fluffy layers which make this dress a fantastic combination of sweet and sexy. The skirt also comes in two different sizes, so re-sizing the skirt may not be a huge hassle for you.

Hair: "Jackie" by ETD
Boots: "Gunslinger" in black and silver by Solange
Tattoo: "Stars with Tribal" tattoo by Aitui
Belly Ring: Star Diamonds Belly Ring by Alienbear Designs
Skin: "Brisque - Freckle" in Honey by Chai Skins (group gift).


Grue's two latest releases as of this past week are Urban Casual and Urban Grunge. The tops are tintable, with a ribbed texture, and are available in all three layers: undershirt, shirt and jacket. The jeans come on the underwear and pants layers, which make them perfect for tucking into boots. While Grue uses some pre-made textures, all of his shading and folds are done by hand, as well as the pockets and waistband of the jeans in both sets, and are intricately detailed. I've included some closeup shots so you can see the effort he puts into his work. Urban Casual, above, is a "cleaner" version of the two, and I couldn't help but tint the top pink. Urban Grunge, below, is a ripped up, sexy mess. All of the rips and dirt were also done by hand. Grue's prices are VERY reasonable, especially considering not only the level of detail but all the layer options.

Urban Casual:
Hair: "Lynne II" in black by ETD
Boots: "Gunslinger" in black and silver by Solange
Tattoo: "Stars with Tribal" tattoo by Aitui
Belly Ring: Star Diamonds Belly Ring by Alienbear Designs
Skin: "Brisque - Freckle" in Honey by Chai Skins (group gift).



Urban Grunge:
Hair: "Maxine"in chestnut frosted by ETD
Boots: "Gunslinger" in black and silver by Solange
Tattoo: "Stars with Tribal" tattoo by Aitui
Belly Ring: Star Diamonds Belly Ring by Alienbear Designs
Skin: "Brisque - Freckle" in Honey by Chai Skins (group gift).

Second Skin is In!

RedDawn and I are both Second Skin Labs fans. In her words: "I currently wear skins from Second Skin Labs for most occasions. I also wear Gala and X2, along with a very cute skin from Nylon Outfitters when I'm in a playful mood."

My primary skin is Adam from Second Skin Labs, but it isn't a custom skin, like RedDawn's.

The beauty of SL is the extraordinary variety of looks available to you. RedDawn has some excellent advice in her blog about how to go about finding your look.

Skin: Custom skin by Second Skin Labs
Bikini: Namiko Surf Company "Sumatra"
Hair: ETD "The Straight" - part of the Couture Collection

For RedDawn's skin advice, go to: RedDawn's Blog
For Second Skin Labs, go to: Second Skin Labs