A week ago, one of my idols left this world for the next. The next morning text I had received from a friend late Sunday night was one of comfort but it was also how I found out the sad news about David Bowie’s death. I was both shocked and yet not.
Here was a man who lived every moment creating art in everything he did. Music, film, and a fashion icon, David Bowie has always been an inspiration through his constant innovation. My first exposure to his work was when I was four years old and I watched Labyrinth in which he starred as Jareth, the Goblin King. I was entranced. Ever after his music has inspired and moved me in ways no other artist could. His passing is loss to the world but he lives on through his work.
To honor the Starman, everyone has held a tribute of their own. In SL there’s been tribute concerts and events held in his memory. I’m no DJ. I’m not a host. I’m not a designer. But I am a fan who desires to remember this legend in only the ways she can. Listening to his music and writing a short blog post.
Fallen Gods has set up a vendor of David Bowie skins, gestures and sound bits, and his iconic lightening bolt makeup for free. Not sure how long this will be up so grab them while you can.
On a side note, We ❤ RP still has their December round out if you want the gown from my last post. Fi’s Hunts the Black or White Hunt has begun and I will be blogging hunt gifties soon.
I’m breaking in, shaping up, then checking out on the prison bus
This is it, the apocalypse
Whoa
I’m waking up, I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my system blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
–Radioactive Imagine Dragons
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Every month, the designers at We ❤ RP astound me with their creativity and craftsmanship. I have a few favorite designers but this fair/market is a wonderful assembly of talented creators that I love to discover. Several pieces from this outfit are from this round of We ❤ RP. Most are current or past We ❤ RP contributors. It’s such an amazing gathering of talent that there just is not enough room in one blog to praise them all; so I will just have to highlight a few. 🙂
I will confess that the first item I bought from this month’s fair was…ehem… the owl/cat/gryphon you see sitting on my shoulder. In fact, I bought two color versions because they are simply too adorable to pass up and I may have to buy another one. These cute blended creatures are animated and come with both a wearable shoulder pet AND a rezzable version. Fair warning, you will not be able to quit cooing over their animations.
My shirt/romper/thing (what would you call it? o.o) is a lovely piece by Azuchi. It comes with several sizes including fitted for some mesh bodies e.g. Maitreya and Belleza. The textures on this piece are exquisite and realistic; the material looks just like leather. I am looking forward to seeing what else I can find from them. Only issue I had was some of my thigh peek through when I move from the fabric not lining up with my alpha slices, but nothing too revealing or noticeable. I’m sure with a small shape mod it would be fixed on my end.
Wings have always been fun for me to play with because one of my roleplay characters is half Fae. Any wings I find that are unique become a must have and Material Squirrel designed a set that appeals to my darker side. A light colored set is also available. The wings are mesh, come with a color change hud, and a hud that allows the user to change size, movement on/off, movement speed, and to hide them. I love that I can make them hide upon landing and the durability. They are not flexy wings. They are not flimsy wings. These wings exude power and strength only achieved through hard work and lots of flying. Well done Material Squirrel.
Lastly, I would like to mention the boots which are a past We ❤ RP item made by Moon Elixir. You see only the tops of them in the image, but trust me (or check my flickr image here) these boots are kick ass. Thigh high, laced up, and with the option of tassels, these boots are rock solid and perfect for any adventure one may embark on. As always with Moon Elixir, these boots come with a Hud with lots of color and metal options for the smaller pieces. With lots of color choices, you’re sure to find a pair you’ll love.
One more week of this month’s We ❤ RP. Grab the deals while you can.
Outfit
Shirt: Nora Shirt Black Maitreya ~ @We ❤ RP [Azuchi]
This post is inspired by the tragedy of the shooting at Umpqua Community College on October 1st and the heroics of those who strove to stop it. I also drew inspiration from the Norse legends that those who die honorably are brought to Asgard and Valhalla in the arms of a Valkyrie. I feel that all those killed in this tragic manner ought to be remembered for the good they did and hoped for in this world rather than the terrible way their lives ended. In these pictures I take on the form of a Valkyrie swooping down to Earth for the souls of the honorably fallen. Despite our differences, we are all human. This event brought much sadness yet again into the world. My thoughts go out to the UCC community.
UCC
Straight into the mouth of the unknown
Straight into the mouth of the unknown
Straight into the mouth of the unknown
Straight into the mouth of the unknown
Straight into the mouth of the unknown
Straight into the mouth of the unknown
Outfit
Harness: -Pixicat- Bastet.Harness (Fitted) RARE by Pixicat @Arcade (Sept 2015)
Dress: -Pixicat- Bastet.Dress – White (Fitted) by Pixicat @Arcade (Sept 2015)
Anklet: .A. Apophos Anklet [Onyx] Umbra by .Arcadia.
Hair: [e] Lalora – Redheads by [elikatira] @We ❤ RP (August 2015)
Accessories
Face Tattoo: [LB Face Paint] Organic Tribal Set6 (I tinted purple) by La Boheme @We ❤ RP (Sept 2015)
Headpiece: Glam Affair – Valkyria Plum by Glam Affair @We ❤ RP (Sept 2015)
Rings: [CX] Hayop (Black) by [CerberusXing]
Owl: RO – The Illusionist – Hoodini the Owl – RARE by Remarkable Oblivion @Arcade (Sept 2015)
NOTE: The views in this blog are mine, not necessarily the views of the creators of the items featured. I cannot garuntee that items pictured are available at the main store for items from Arcade and We ❤ RP. Any questions about this post, feel free to comment or contact me.
Today I needed to spread my wings and take a stroll with a bit of magic. I’ve been following the blogging elf’s blog and decided to check out the quaint Shire as she suggested. I was not disappointed. Grass covered, rolling hills, and cute homes for rent create a tranquil sanctuary.
We ❤ RP has fantastic items as always and I wanted to share more of the goodies from the current round that I’m wearing. I already blogged about the lovely hair Navi by Pr!tty, so this post is focused on the corset, capris legs, and deer skin tattoo.
First up, the Vampy Corset Bodysuit is really well made and detailed. I love that it’s broken up into three pieces to allow the wearer to find the best fit possible with the given sizes. This is perfect for those of us that like to show off our curves. A Hud comes with the corset that allows the wearer to change the metal parts color for easy outfit coordination.
The Capri Legs were a surprising find for me. I’ve not been drawn to faun type things before but they looked fun and I’m a curious cat, so why not? There are several color versions and the legs come with a Hud as well to change between silver or gold metal. Only modification I had to make was less leg muscle to fit within the metal band
Oh Deer.. by [the Skinnery] is a delightful tattoo that blends well and looks just like a young doe’s coat. Paired with the right accessories, this tattoo could make for some nice cat spots too in my opinion. Deer, faun, cat; whatever the case, I love the detailing of this tattoo which covers the face, arms, chest, and legs. Included with the system layer tattoo are appliers for Maitreya, Belleza, Slink Physique, and LeLutka Mesh Head.
What I’m Wearing
Corset: Moon Elixir – Vampy Corset Bodysuit – Cocoa by ElixirBlack/MoonCelestia @We ❤ RP September 2015 Round
Tattoo: [the Skinnery] Oh Deer.. Appliers (champagne) by Uma (umazuma.metaluna) @We ❤ RP September 2015 Round
Belt/Skirt: >glYph< Casadora Belt from >glYph< Casadora Grey by Cry Hawker @We ❤ RP August 2015 Round
Legs: .AiShA. Capri Legs Midnight by Amanda Mir (amandamir) @We ❤ RP September 2015 Round
Accessories
Wings: [ SAKIDE ] Ailis Wings Red Gacha Item by кιиυ вяєитℓєу (kinu.mayako) @The Body Mod Expo September 2015 Round
Horns: .storybook. – Artemis Antlers – Earthen Silver by Vix Nirvana @We ❤ RP birthday gift
Hair: pr!tty – Navi -{Reds} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama) @We ❤ RP September 2015 Round
Ring: *LODE* Accessory – Bitter Berries Ring [blue] Gacha Item by Chirzaka RV (chirzaka.vlodovic) @The Arcade Gacha Events September 2015 Round
Pose: !bang – stand 527 from !bang – stands 520-529 by Luna Jubilee @We ❤ RP September 2015 Round
Body Stuffs
Eyes: Anachron – Human Fantasy Eye – Purple Haze FREE DEMO COLOR by Nix Marabana @The Body Mod Expo September 2015 Round
Prima Purrfect 