Gorgeous Group Gifties

Just a quick post tonight to share with you this amazing skin that I picked up for only 1L!  Brilliance Skin Gogo, shown here in rose 2 med/dark is also available in a lighter shade from Deetalez to group members.  The best thing is, the group is free to join.  The skins come with additional features (not shown here) such as add-ons for prim nails, freckles, push up cleavage, different options for body hair and eyes and a shape as well.  I love the subtle sheen to the lips.  I've added my usual Miss Vanity Eyeshadow in soft brown from Mock Cosmetics and Mysteria Mesh Lashes from Gaeline Creations, but otherwise let the natural beauty of Brilliance shine through.  My Eternal Eyes in Storm, from Ikon, and Tomorrow hair from Magika, complete the look.  My cropped top and shorts are part of a group gift from Ydea called Eryly.  Also included with Eryly, but not shown are a vibrant pink sweater and boots.  I chose to layer on yet *another* group gift, a black and gray jacket, from Chandelle.  Since I saved so many lindens with all my group gift finds, I splurged a little (just a little) on my Silver Love Tags necklace from Maxi Gossamer, which I discovered at FaMESHed. 

The Details:
Skin:  Brilliance from Deetalez (1L - group gift, free to join)
Eyeshadow:  Miss Vanity in soft brown from Mock Cosmetics (40L)
Lashes:  Mysteria Mesh Lashes from Gaeline Creations (180L)
Eyes:  Eternal Eyes in Storm from Ikon (150L)
Hair:  Tomorrow from Magika (250L)
Top and shorts:  Eryly from Ydea (0L - group gift, free to join)
Jacket:  GG Jacket, black and gray from Chandelle (0L - group gift, free to join)
Necklace:  Silver Love Tags from Maxi Gossamer at FaMESHed (199L)

Debby

This fair, fresh-faced beauty is Debby, and she's only 70L at The Boobies Planet (and yes, it felt strange to type THAT...lol).  I love the beauty mark above the left corner of the mouth in this skin.  The Lolas tango applier is included with this skin, but I chose not to wear it...I know a lot are wearing them in SL, but it's just not my style.  Pink lips and baby blue eyeshadow tattoo layers are also included, but not worn in this photo.  I did add two freebies from Mock Cosmetics, though.  First, my eyeshadow is a group gift from Mockie called Love Cycle eyeshadow (two).  On my lips, I added Opal Lipcolor, Contessa, also from Mock, which is a free tester.  A touch of Simpatico eyeliner from Mock (part of the truck sale I mentioned in my last post) and Mysteria mesh lashes from Gaeline Cometics completed the look.  My hair is an adorable, casual style called Lavinia from Truth.  I am wearing one of the colors in the fades pack.

This cute cropped, knotted plaid top is part of a freebie outfit from FA Creations which I picked up on the Marketplace.  The Tartan Ripped Jeans Set includes this tied up blouse and also some tattered jeans and a bandana, which I chose not to wear for this picture.  Instead, I am wearing Skinny Jeans #4 from Maitreya... an old favorite.

My accessories today are available from Maxi Gossamer at Collabor88 for only 88L each.  Erzulie's Love Charm Necklace comes in two different lengths in silver and gold.  The chunky Damasc bangles allow for a choice of several combinations which can be worn on the left or right arm.  I would LOVE to have these bangles in rl!

The Details:
Skin:  Debby by Mystique at The Boobies Planet (70L)
Eyeshadow & LipColor from Mock Cosmetics (0L)
Eyeliner:  Simpatico from Mock Cosmetics (40L)
Lashes:  Mysteria Mesh Lashes from Gaeline Cosmetics (180L)
Eyes:  Sunrise Eyes in Green from Ikon (150L)
Hair:  Lavinia from Truth Hair (300L)
Shirt:  Tartan Ripped Jeans Set from FA Creations (0L)
Jeans:  Skinny Jeans 04 from Maitreya (250L)
Necklace and Bangles from Maxi Gossamer (88L each)

Simply Sophia

Beauty is how you feel inside, and it reflects in your eyes.  It is not something physical.

~ Sophia Lauren

Gazing thoughtfully over the rippling fields at Alirium, there is beauty to behold not only in my Sunrise Eyes in Pale Arabian Blue from Ikon, but also in Sophia, a pre-release skin from PXL Creations which can only be found at Around the World.  This creamy, sun kissed skin comes in your choice of a variety of lip tones, but here, I've chosen to have naturally bare lips.  I've added Sophia Smokey Eyes, the tattoo layer also available from the skin vendor.  Mysteria mesh lashes finish up the light touch of make up around my eyes.  My Four Seasons corset is part of the outfit awaiting your discovery of the autumn leaf in the Falling into the Season Hunt at Bitch Tail.   This corset dresses up beautifully with the skirt included in the hunt gift, but also looks fantastic with a faded pair of blue jeans.  I think this hunt ends very soon, so if you like this corset as much as I do, don't delay on this one.  My Shadow Lord Choker, a gift from Ronsem provides a simple, color coordinated accessory.  Side parted, blonde tresses from Elikatira fit the dreamy mood of the scene perfectly.

The Details:
Skin:  Sophia from PXL Creations (1,000L)
Eyes:  Sunrise Eyes in Pale Arabian Blue from Ikon (150L)
Lashes:  Mysteria Mesh Lashes from Gaeline Cosmetics (180L)
Necklace:  The Shadow Lord Choker from Ronsem (0L group gift)
Hair:  Follow from Elikatira (250L)

Winter Dreaming

I'm listening to "Baby It's Cold Outside" and avoiding the frosty chill in the air. No RL last minute shopping for me, but I did find some sweet gifts for you in SL.  First, this gorgeous Ebba skin in Peach from LAQ is part of the Christmas 2011 gift sent to subscribers recently.  With shimmering eye make up and subtle lips, this skin is absolutely alluring.  My hair is the most recent gift for members of the D!va hair group.  You get a complete collection of colors and two versions of this hair style.  This is "Marie" Type A in Cat's Eye and I love the cascading side pony.  My eyes, though not free, are Sunrise Eyes in Deep Warm Silver from Fashism. 

 

Finally, this  snowy white Roppongi Hills dress is a gift for members of the Shiki group.  With a high, lacy collar, bare arms and flowing skirts, this dress is elegance defined.  The texture has a pearly sheen which is quite lovely. 

Diva:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CalanDiva/148/157/24

LAQ:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Laqroki/128/128/20

Fashism:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Jewelry/48/181/37

Shiki:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Shiki/92/153/22

Dressed by Lexi

If you haven't visited Dressed by Lexi, you are in for a real treat!  There are two hunts going on right now, and for group members, a lovely gown for October.  Past months gifts are available around the side of the building.  The quality of the gifts is amazing and I love the way that Lexi makes coordinating shoes and jewelery available at a reasonable price.

Here is the Make Her Over Hunt gift.  It's a soft, warm sweater dress with a cowl neck.  The cowboy hat is included in this gift.  If you go around the right side of the building, Lexi offers these gorgeous boots and coordinating jewelery set to go with the hunt prize. 

Here is the second hunt prize available at Dressed by Lexi.  Gustav's Swirls has a black bodice paired with a softly flowing printed skirt.  The pattern reminds me of an ethnic design.  The necklace and earrings I am wearing were designed by Lexi to coordinate with this outfit and are available for a nominal fee. 

This stunning gown is the October gift from Dressed by Lexi.  It features a fabulously sexy split skirt and a plunging neckline in a flattering blue and black print.  The jewelery and shoes are available for a nominal fee.

There are many more group gifts at Dressed by Lexi.  Check them out! 
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Rosenthal/244/40/23

Ashli Designs and Mamboo Chic

I have two incredible freebies to share with you today.  The first is this lovely flowered dress from Ashli Designs.  To celebrate 600 members, designer Ashlison Aboma sent out this gorgeous dress to the group.  I love the soft colors and the gentle pattern.  The gift also included the necklace and bracelet I am wearing.  To join the group, send an IM to Ashlison.  She is so generous with her group gifts!
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Business%20District%20Kilo/88/191/23

I'm also showing a lucky board win from Mamboo Chic, the delicious Anka skin in honey.  I love the natural looking make up and the soft tone of this skin. 
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Give/147/103/297

Nemesis ABBH and a New Release from D!VA

The brilliant blue of the ribbon in my hair from D!VA's new release, Ema2 seems to be made to coordinate with this lovely blue Monday Dress, which is the ABBH prize from Nemesis (0L).   The dress has a romantic high neckline with strapless shoulders and a peek-a-boo slit in the back.  Simply gorgeous! 

D!VA:  Special Light pack of Ema2, 200L  https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Special-pack-of-the-limited-release-Ema2-Light-color-pack/2693332

Nemesis:  http://slurl.com/secondlife/CHIC/192/182/26

Some More Twisted Delights

I've been wracking my brain trying to find the little blurple cubes in the Twisted Hunt.  Although this is the most difficult hunt I have ever done, the quality of the gifts are amazing!  I joined the Twisted Hunt group and have met some wonderful, funny people who are glad to lend a hand if you get too stuck on a hunt location.  Take a look at some of my finds.........

Nethic has 3 cubes to find.... This Ekimmu outfit has a skirt, a pants and a hotpants version as well as different tops.  I love the versatility of this outfit and the wings and arm band.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Foale/157/153/28

This Banshee Avatar from AFtershok is one of the more unusual gifts in the Twisted Hunt.  There is a male version as well.  The clothing I am wearing is not included in this hunt gift.   http://slurl.com/secondlife/RarIR/210/25/23

Sukkubus is the female gift from Fatal Error ~ another eerie complete avatar from the Twisted Hunt.  The feet on this one are amazingly tiny.  Tendrils cover you in all the right places, showing off all your curves.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Ataria/193/147/22

Dark and mysterious yet very, very sexy is the Twisted Hunt gift at Kastle Rock Couture.  The complete avatar including hair, eyes, skin, shape and clothing awaits discovery.  Below you will see a close up of the face.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Grand%20Isle/125/247/30

This is yet another complete avatar waiting to be discovered in the Twisted Hunt.  _b[ELLE]issima has included this lovely skin, voluptuous shape, outfit and wings in their blurple cube.  There is a male avatar hidden on the sim as well.  Below I'm showing this gorgeous skin on my regularly shaped avatar to show you what it looks like on a more slender figure.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/MonkeyLick%20Island/215/50/22

These sexy buckled pants are the hunt prize at ELIXIR (there are matching male pants as well).  I've paired them with the Kenzy top from Erratic that I found on the marketplace.  They look like they were made for each other!  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Nelson%20Bay/175/59/78

Jeaniesing's Things is offering these lovely wings as their Twisted Hunt Prize.  These are the gray wings but you also get indigo in the box as well.  The wings come with an ao which can be turned off.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Pinastri/115/171/30

Dark Fairy from SAKIDE includes two different tops, a scarf, two skirt versions, wings, the tiara and necklace you see in this picture.  I love that the wings are delicate and not overpowering for a female avi.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dark%20Tranquility/128/93/24

The sleek contrast of red and black are what make Widow maker from Vengeful Threads such a stunning outfit.  The skirt has a flattering motion when you walk and the red and black stockings along with the trademark black widow hourglass design add a touch of whimsy.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Vampire%20Roleplay%20Hub/37/132/22


If Cinderella had had a Fairy Gothmother like me, you can bet her coach wouldn't have turned back into a pumpkin at the stroke of midnight.  She would have been able to dance the night away in style!  This hunt gift from Beauty Killer also comes with a shorter length skirt option.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dracula/183/196/23


You will cast him under your spell with the Arcadian Avatar complete with gleaming dark skin and mesmerizing eyes from Malfean Visions.  I wanted you to see a close up of the lovely face and make up on this gift.  See below for the entire look.  I added the hair and bikini, but everything else in the pictures is included.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gwen/122/53/662

This absolutely gorgeous gown is from Filthy Things.  The fluidity and motion in the floating skirt of this gown are just so appealing!  Filthy Things has 3 cubes hidden for this hunt and all three are shown in this picture.  The Sun Circlet and Raven Wings are the other two gifts awaiting your careful eye.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Froien/34/95/23

Indigo Oddities is offering this Female Satyr Assassin Outfit.  The facial make up is an additional hunt gift in the store.  There are a number of hunt prizes in this location and I am only showing two of them.  I love the way the lavender make up coordinates with the hue of the mini dress.  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Anala/238/6/235

 Trapt is offering this Dark Fairy Grunge outfit for the Twisted Hunt.  It comes with several different t-shirts, baggy shorts, the belt and boxers which I am not showing.  As with many of the hunt locations, a male version of the outfit is also available!  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Garman/196/53/302

Here is the female Twisted Hunt gift from Delaney's Delirium (yes, there is a male gift as well).  This ensemble includes the wings, bracers, boots, skirt, corset, gloves, hair and headpiece.  I love the texture on the wings!  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Timescape/49/70/1592

 Divalicious has these jeans and bangles for their Twisted Hunt gift.  There is also a top included which I am not showing.

.....and two more group gifts!

Free Lace Sculpted top from Bliss Couture - 38k members Gift - 0L
Gorgeous sculpted top with a delicate lace pattern.  It has a satiny sheen that is so lovely!  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gown/127/199/353

My shoes are a gift from Prim & Pixel called Serendipity.  They are a fun mixture of colors and single-colored versions of this shoe are for sale in the store. 
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Whistler%20Mountain/83/118/27

Group Gifts

Patterned Kaori shirt from Connors - 0L (group gift)
 http://slurl.com/secondlife/SleeplessMUSIC/175/128/31
Casual long sleeve button down shirt with cuffs and collar.  I love the way this top is partially unbuttoned, showing a sexy bit of cleavage.  The necklace is not included and comes from Burroughs.  Jeans are from Nyte N Day, not free.

Here is the same shirt, but now I am showing the new Me-I 1,000 members gift that was sent out recently.  The Me-I group is free to join, and they have some nice lucky boards in the store.
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Goldbach/221/45/1995

Some Lovely Group Gifts

Arianne Party Dress from Baiastice - 0L
Sassy white party dress perfect for a night of dancing and fun!  There is also a men's gift at this location.
http://slurl.com/secondlife/BAIASTICE/147/128/25

High Seas Set by The White Armory - Group Gift 0L
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Emerald/82/127/26
Ahoy there!  You'll be ready to sail the seven seas in this pirate maiden's outfit from The White Armory.  I've always loved the quality of the designs at TWA.  This one is fun and includes the hat and the black pearl choker.

Nine Gown in Black from Purple Moon Creations - Group Gift (fee to join)
This stunning gown is the 9000 members group gift from Purple Moon Creations.  PM is always so generous with the quality and quantity of group gifts!  I adore this gown.  The necklace is not included and is Pounds of Pearls Black/Silver by Duh!  I've had it for quite some time now and cannot remember the cost of the necklace, but it sure suits this gown.
Purple Moon Creations:  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Etherea/69/79/1366

Friendships Old and New Necklace from Ever An' Angel - Gift 0L
This delicate necklace is really quite lovely.  Please see the close up picture below and notice the facets on the main gemstone and the accent beads.  Very pretty!  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Emerald%20Plain/152/196/23

Group Gifts for Guys and Gals

His and hers striped shirts from Opium ~ Group Gift - 0L
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Opium%20LAD/132/21/22
Striped button down shirts that have a variety of layers included.  You can wear in and out of pants.  We paired the shirts with jeans from separate outfits. 

Tank Top from *JB* Style - Group Gift 0L
http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Warwick/143/35/24
The vivid teal of these tanks is such a vibrant shade.  Here we have paired them with black jeans (not included in the gift).  Just Because also has a couple of MM boards that you can slap while you are there picking up the group gift.

Leather Outfit from Gizza Creations ~ Group Gift - 0L
 http://slurl.com/secondlife/GizzA%20Creations/138/90/72
Gizza is so generous with their group gifts.  All of them are still available, and it is free to join the group.  These leather outfits include a resizer in the jacket for a perfect fit. 

Gold Gown and Valentine's Gift (Male) from Gizza Creations - Group Gift - 0L
Elegant dress and classic suit.  Perfect for an evening of romance and dancing.

Vero Modero - Free Gifts

Vero Modero has some freebie gifts out and that includes complete avatars!  These gifts await your discovery at http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Vero%20Modero/125/138/28  Check out these goodies:

Special Reopening Gift ~ Includes the safari shirt, cute green shorts, belt, earrings, ballerina shoes. earrings, as well as a shape and skin that I am not showing here.

The June Gift is still available.  A purple corset top, worn jeans, matching purple boots and a skin (not shown) are set out for you.  I love the ruffles on this top paired with the rugged blue jeans.  It makes an interesting visual contrast! 

July Group Gift.  Sassy bathing suit with patriotic wrap and hat.  The ballet shoes, bangles, sunglasses and a beach ball are also part of this gift. 

Flora Silk Dress Blue ~ While shopping in the spacious store, this lovely dress caught my eye, and I knew immediately it was destined for my wardrobe.  The softly flowing skirt swishes when I walk and the neckline plunges in a daring way.  I've had so many compliments on this dress!  It wasn't a freebie, but some days you just have to splurge!

Now, don't start feeling left out guys, there are gifts for you, too!  First is this summer outfit that matches the ladies' one I showed at the beginning of my post.  There are also 2 other gifts for men. 

Simply Gorgeous!

Cupcakes has two new gift skins set out and they are NOT to be missed!  Here is a close up of the face of this Abigail skin.  Just lovely!

Abigail - Dark:Baby pink

Abigail - Tan:Baby Pink

Ruxy mini dress from Ruxy's Design - 0L  Group Gift
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Old%20Europe/242/140/2825
The soft teal of this mini dress looks fantastic with the Cupcakes skin.  I love the sexy top and the detail of the straps.  The outfit includes the bracelets.