We Will Still Be...

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Emma in Ebony, Bare Face ([theSkinnery])

EYES: Enchanting Eyes in Dark Brown (Nana Minuet)

LIPSTICK: Lara Lipstick in Wine (Shakeup!)

HAIR: Anais in Unheart [of Light Blacks Tones pack] (.: vive nine :.)

NAILS: Classic Nails (Izzie's)

TOP: Harnoor in Chocolate  ({bilo}) - Available NOW at faMESHed (only until the 27th)!

PANTS: Highwaist Denim in Grey (IMBUE.)

SHOES: Sandye Ochre (Lindy Modern and Retro Shoes) - Available NOW at Designer Showcase!

BANGLES: Jeweled Bangles (*Elemental Earth Designs*) - Jewelry Fair 2011 gift!

RING: Pratis Ring ([glow]) - previous TDR Blue item!

HAIRPIECE: Lovin' Headband, Apricot (::C'est la Vie !::) - previous store gift!

SUNGLASSES: Coco Sunglasses in Gold (:: PurpleMoon Creations ::) - Available NOW at VF2012 (only until the 29th)!

BAG: Aztec Satchel (::Lethal Couture::)

POSES: Group Poses (Label Motion, Kitties and Purple Poses); Individual Poses (-no wow-, GLITTERATI and Label Motion)

 

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FINALLY! You get to see a new face inside this blog! And a pretty face it is; it belongs to my dear, dear friend and splendid blogger, Mikaela Carpaccio! She is such a sweetheart and such a good friend; I was more than thrilled when we got the chance to take these pictures together. Although I'm super excited about showing you these pictures, I am even more excited about the fact that this joint post is only the first of a few we have planned! Make sure to read here to learn what she's wearing (and, generally, read her blog, because I said so! And because her pictures are gorgeous and she's got impeccable style).

 

Bilo's a great store. It may sound odd that I've the same store as Mikaela does, but I too discovered Bilo a while ago (perhaps months ago) but never had the chance to really explore the brand. Chandra Masala, of Bilo, creates colorful, ethnic apparel of mesh (or mostly mesh). So you've seen the two tops we're wearing from Bilo, but what about this dress (first picture on second row) for a mere 50L? MUST. HAVE. DRESS.

 

Enjoy!

 

A demain...

In a Flash

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Tomoko in Choco (::Modish::) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

EYES: Beaute Eyes in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

HAIR: Yuri3 in Citrine (""D!va"") 

LIPSTICK: Lara Lipstick in French Rose (Shakeup!)

EYESHADOW: Malva Shadown [sic] (R.icielli) - past store Christmas hunt item!

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

DRESS: For Reasons Unknown, Original ([DDL]) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

SHOES: Cadenza Wedge in Burgundy (Leverocci)

NECKLACE: Entwined (::Amorous::) - past store freebie!

BRACELET: Cembalo Bracelet, Vintage (U&R Dogs) - Available NOW at Fashion Voodoo! Only 50L!

RING: Bizarre Flower Ring (LaGyo) - Available NOW at August C88!

SUNGLASSES: Susie Cateye Shades in Pink (Elate!)

BAG: Pink in Fashion Bag (*Tea Time*)

POSES: Marukin (July C88 item!) and Label Motion (past Creativevent Room and Perfect Wardrobe items!) 

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I will have to go back to the VF2012 to grab the direct SLurl for DDL. I'm not seeing it on the official list of SLurls (unless I'm overlooking and my "find" function is failing me). I'll update!

A demain...

UPDATE: I've added the direct SLurl to [DDL]!

Abalone

WHAT I'M WEARING (on ze LEFT):

SKIN: Love_Smoked in Cocoa ([Illusory])

EYES: Beaute in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: Love Lips in Burnt Red ([Illusory]) - included in Love skin pack!

HAIR: Cohimbra in Jet Black (Vanity Hair) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

 
GOWN: Antonella (*SoliDea FoliEs*) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

SHOES: Platform Stilettos in Invory (justB) - store closed

EARRINGS: Lilo Earrings in Pearl (Bliensen + MaiTai) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

NECKLACE: Lydia Lattice Pearl, Short and Medium (Maxi Gossamer) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

BRACELET: Aster Bracelet ({me.}) - One Voice Fundraiser item!

POSES: Marukin (July C88 item!) and (pda)

WHAT I'M WEARING (on ze RIGHT):

SKIN: Indy in Dark ({.essences.}) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

EYES: Beaute Eyes in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: Sasha Lipstick in Wine (Shakeup! Cosmetics)

HAIR: Polly in Charcoal [of Blacks pack] (*Pocket Mirrors*)

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

DRESS: Unforgettable White (Agnes Finney)- Available NOW at the VF2012!

SHOES: Platform Stilettos in Invory (justB) - store closed

EARRINGS: Briolette Earrings in Blanc (Indyra Originals)

BRACELET and RING: Palma [set includes bracelets, rings and color-change HUD) (Donna Flora) 

GLASSES: Classic Noir in Veilchen (GOTZSCHE) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

BAG: Girly Briefcase in Cherry (The Secret Store)

POSES: *Purple Poses* (Available NOW at Fashion Voodoo!) and (pda)

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This is that Vintage Fair look that I've been wanting to do forever but just felt so intimidated! I mean, look at these gowns! I couldn't think of a more fitting sim than Rustica for these pictures. 

I love this Cohimbra hair. It's really mohawk-ish, so it can be elegant - to go with an elegant get-up - or it can add elegance to a punk look. I'd love the contrast of that sort of outfit with this hair. And the accompanying hairbase is beautiful and IT MATCHES THE HAIR! 

I guess that's really it. As always, I'll add a picture to my Flickr page. But I really need 25 bucks so I can get the year subscription. I'm at 193 photos, methinks, which means I only have seven more until I can post pictures there anymore. :( Damnit. I need a job. It's pretty sad when you want for 25 bucks.

Aaaaaand that's it. :D

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Invitation

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Molly in Tan ([IREN])

EYES: Enchanting Eyes in Dark Brown (Nana Minuet)

HAIR: Charlie in Jet [of Light Black Tones pack] (.: vine nine :.)

NAILS: Classic Nails (Izzie's)

TOP: Bologna Top in Brocade (*Crazy*)

VEST: Fur Vest in Beige ({So Many Styles})

PANTS: Aeda Slacks in Crimson (:[Plastik]:) - included in June 2012 freebie pack (still out)!

SHOES: Lou Bootie in Lavender (.:1990:.)

EARRINGS: Pearl Cross Earrings ([glow]) - previous TDR item!

NECKLACE: She & Him in Gold ([DDL]) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

BRACELET and RINGS: Namira Sets in White (-B L E U-) - Available NOW at fi*Fridays!

POSES: Marukin (Available NOW at August C88), Label Motion, -no wow- and .Pekka.

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You MUST pick up this dollarbie pack from The Plastik immediately! I'm not sure how long it's going to be there, but for now, it's there and up for the taking. It's only one linden, and there are - get this - 20 items for women and 3 items for men. And within those single boxes for women are, in some cases, two variations of the same article of clothing. I went through the pack and liked all gifts for women. There are shorts, shirts, dresses, pants and even eyes. Pick it up!

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Orange County

WHAT I'M WEARING on ze LEFT:

SKIN: Dailyn in Mocha (Izzie's)

EYES: Eyes in Fall (Shakeup!)

HAIR: Raina in Cranky Brown [of Dark Browns pack] (fri.day)

LIPSTICK: Purple (Izzie's) - included in Dailyn skin pack

NAILS: Classic Nails (Izzie's)

TOP: Miette Corset in Zebra (ZIBWARE)

PANTS: Summer Pants in Blue (- picarra -)
SWEATER: Slouch Cardigan, Fur'd (:::Le Primitif:::) - Available NOW at fi*Fridays!
SHOES: Creme Gold Pump (::Lethal Couture::) - previous group gift!

EARRINGS: Gatcha Disc Earring in Wood (Shakeup!) - only 20L per play!

NECKLACE: Chantil Chain in Gold (- B L E U -) - Available NOW at fi*Fridays!

RING: FantaSea 4Finger Ring in Gold (- B L E U -)

BAG: NO, YOU BOYS... in Black ([DDL]) - Available NOW at: VF2012 | Mainstore

POSES: Marukin (Available NOW at August C88!) and Label Motion (previous Perfect Wardrobe item!)

WHAT I'M WEARING on ze RIGHT:

SKIN: Dailyn in Mocha (Izzie's)

EYES: Eyes in Fall (Shakeup!)

HAIR: Poland Highlander Bun in Brunne [of Brunettes Tones pack] (.: vive9 :.)

LIPSTICK: Dark Red Matte (Izzie's)

NAILS: Classic Nails (Izzie's)

BODYSUIT: Rock On - Jack Daniels ([Yulicie]) - previous fi*Fridays item! Animated bottle included!
SWEATER: Slouch Cardigan, Fur'd (:::Le Primitif:::) - Available NOW at fi*Fridays!
SHOES: Creme Gold Pump (::Lethal Couture::) - previous group gift!

EARRINGS: Urchin (:Amorous:)

NECKLACE: Multi Triangle Necklace ([glow]) - Available NOW at TDR!

RING: Cherub Ring (LaGyo) - Available NOW at August C88!

ANKLET: Ninna ({me.}) - Available NOW at VF2012!

POSES: Marukin (Available NOW at August C88!) and Label Motion (previous Perfect Wardrobe item!)

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If loving fri.day hair is wrong, I don't wanna be right. Now, I'm downright sure that Darling Monday is a smart girl, but wtf is THIS nonsense? "...unless a miracle happens and I suddenly have talent in that category [hair]?" The poor girl is confused! She's made tons of hair, and all of them are wonderfully made - beautiful, hip, neat and superbly textured. I think I'll shake her inworld and make her realize the error of her ways. Will you help me? Walk up to her - you and me and all of us - and grab her by the shoulders and shake some sense INTO her and more fri.day hair OUT of her. :D The last picture above is a profile view of the hair so you have evidence of her [temporary, I hope] craziness.

I couldn't decide which look I liked best, so I just used both. I had one look and then wanted to blog several other items, so I just split it all into two looks, not entirely separate. 

You can't see the bottle because of the poses I used, but there is one included with this bodysuit. It's animated, no matter the pose. Thus, I had to be very watchful with the snapshot button. Actually, I think I did take a picture in which you can see the picture. Be warned; here comes an unedited Inferna!

Finally, I've got to mention these wonderful earrings. As with all (not some, but ALL) Amorous items, you get lots of control. You can resize the earrings. You can turn on/off full bright. You can change the color of the metal (bronze and light/medium/dark silver). You can change the color of the leather (gray or brown). And you can change the color of the spikes to nine different colors. All these options for an earring? Why, yes. I was a bit appalled when, on a recent trip, I discovered Urchin, an Amorous piece that was NOT sitting pretty in my inventory. I had to rectify that situation, of course.

I've one more VF2012 look that I'm working on (great transition there, yeah?). I'm so intimidated. Do you ever stall because you just know you can't do justice for the items / tasks involved? GET IT TOGETHER, INFERNA!

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Get in Line

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Indy in Dark ({.essences.})

EYES: Eyes in Fall (Shakeup!)

HAIR: Kiss Me in Sin [of Blacks pack] (::Exile::)

LIPSTICK: Bright Matt Lipstick in Fuchsia (Shakeup!)

NAILS: Classic Nails (Izzie's)

TOP: Seashell Blouse in Old Lavender (*League*) - previous FLF item!

SHORTS: High Waist Vintage Short in Teal (Milk Motion) - Available NOW at the VF2012!
LEGGINGS: Desert [of Patterned Tights II pack] (Izzie's)
SHOES: Alexa Wedges (Maitreya) - previous FLF item!

NECKLACE: Amelie Pearl Necklace ([glow]) - previous TDR item!

RING: Multi Triangle Ring - current TDR item!

CLUTCH: City Clutch in Black (GOTZSCHE)

POSES:Marukin (Available NOW at August C88!) and Label Motion (previous Perfect Wardrobe item!)

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It's been too long! I've been having some internet connectivity problems. But I've had the present connection for what seems like a whopping five hours, so I'm hoping the issue has passed. 

Speaking of Exile (:P), there's FOUR new releases! FOUR! Behold.

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Let's Kill

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Love_Smoked in Cocoa ([Illusory])

EYES: Beaute in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

HAIR: Nagi Hair, Long Bang in Black (*Sadistic Hacker*)

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

BODYSUIT: Kyra Suit in Tango (celoe.)

SHOES: Baby T's Plain in Hot Pink ([Pixel Mode])

EARRINGS: Ecks (:Amorous:) - Set includes earrings and necklace

NECKLACE: Jeweled Owl Necklace, Long, Gold (Maxi Gossamer) - Available NOW at August C88!

BANGLES: Ana Set in Multicolor III (PurpleMoon Creations) - set includes earrings and bangles

RING: Ethnic Ring in Silver (SuPerBia) - previous Private Room item! 

SUNGLASSES: Fleurir Sunshades in Twist (PIDIDDLE) - Available NOW at August C88!

CLUTCH: Austin Pouch Dossier Combo in Zebra (-people-) - store closed

POSES: GLITTERATI, Olive Juice and {.:exposeur.}

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Oh man. Thank holy hell for Collabor88's birthday! There's a ton (more than usual) of items that you'll probably have to have. Once I could finally get into it, I bought nearly everything. Shame on me! Be sure to check the SeraphimSL gallery for pictures of items.

I saw this hair on my friend, Melusina Parkin (of Melu Deco) and had to know from whence it came. She revealed that it was created by the shop, Sadistic Hacker. It's an odd name, yet I found this hair there. So don't be too discouraged! :P There are three versions of Nagi available for purchase - one is with long bangs (which I'm wearing), one with short bangs and yet another with a portion of clipped back hair. I'd say that if you are into anime, then you'd probably appreciate this shop.

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Ceceile

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Chloe in Mocha (-Belleza-)

EYES: Beaute in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

HAIR: Dorothy Parker's Cloche Hat (Vaughan's House of Curiosities)

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

DRESS: Amour Dress in Black (:) BCC.) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

SHOES: Shimmy Sha-Wobble in Gold (Bliensen + MaiTai) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

EARRINGS: Beatrice Necklace Set (Maxi Gossamer) - Available NOW at the VF2012! Set includes earrings and necklace

NECKLACE: Lydia Lattice Pearl, Long (Maxi Gossamer) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

RING (left hand): Aster Ring in Silver ({me.}) - One Voice Fundraiser item!

RING (right hand): Johanna Ring in Red Jasper (Earthstones) - previous C88 item!

BAG: Toy Cam-Mera Bag in Old Brown Leather (Tee*fy)

CIGARETTE HOLDER: Valentine Cigarette Holder (Creator: ooSHEoo)

POSES: Marukin (Available NOW at August C88!) and (pda)

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I don't think enough people know about Vaughan's House of Curiosities, a wonderful shop of random must-haves! There's hair, there are clothes, hats and even robots! There's a bit of everything at Vaughan's, AND the owner, Marleen Vaughan is a TOTAL sweetheart. THAT always makes a spendid shop even more so. So get on over dur! My favorite there has GOT to be the quirky, versatile hair.

I don't have a SLurl for :) BCC at the VF2012. However, I do plan to "notecard" vitamingirl to ask if she's got a direct SLurl to her booth at the Fair. Then, as always, I'll update.

Finally, you can find this furniture set - and so much more, at LEAST 40 things - from Melu Deco at the VF2012! It's so sleek and pretty and fitting for what I'm wearing. Well, actually, I wanted to blog this set, so the outfit came together just for the furniture. And I have to be the luckiest SL resident ever! Melusina Parkin, owner of Melu Deco, is another total sweetheart. She has been way nicer to me than I have deserved!

I say those things about designers not to brag but to tell you, once again, that, from my experience, designers in SL are friendly, receptive to suggestions and eager to help you. I have not run into a nasty designer yet, and I send a LOT of NCs and IMs. 

ANYWAY, you've got some shopping to do, yeah? :P

A demain...

Patty

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Love_Smoked in Cocoa ([Illusory])

EYES: Beaute in Warm Kiss (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: Love Lips in Burnt Red  ([Illusory]) - Included in Love skin pack

HAIR: Drucilla2 in Sin [of Blacks pack] (::Exile::)

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

TOP: Doughnut Overload Sweatshirt (Paperbag.)

SHORTS: Ri Ri Short Light (::LC::)

SHOES: Cassia Sandals in Teal (SLink)

BRACELET: Luxuria (:Amorous:) - set includes earrings, necklace and bracelet

RING: Velouria Ring (Kunglers) - previous TDR item!

BAG: Toy Cam-Mera Bag in Old Brown Leather (Tee*fy)

POSES: (pda), dfo! and .Pekka.

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The Proper Way

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Moana in Native ({.essences.})

EYES: Beaute in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: LipColor in Princess Rehab, Matte (PIDIDDLE)

HAIR: Strong Winds Pony in Jet (.: vive nine :.)

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

 
TOP: Floral Cropped Bustier (.:Eclair:.)

SWEATER: Empty Hearts in Forest (tulip.)

SKIRT: Versac Skirt in Black / White (Lapin Rose)

SOCKS: Overknee Button Socks in Maple [worn without cuffs] (*G-Field*)

SHOES: Alexa Wedges (Maitreya) - previous FLF item!

EARRINGS and NECKLACE: Suspend in Abalone Bronze (::Amorous::)

RING: Chained Ring  in Gold (- B L E U - )

POSES: Marukin (July C88 item!) and (pda)

WHAT I'M WEARING:

SKIN: Dailyn in Mocha (Izzie's)

EYES: Beaute in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: Sasha Lipstick in Grape (Shakeup! Cosmetics)

HAIR: Boy 31 in Dark Brown (Dura)

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

 
TOP: Button Vest in Lavendar (**SHINE**) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

PANTS: Summer Pants in Blue (- piccara -)

SHOES: Platform Stiletto in Coal (justB) - store closed

EARRINGS: Diamond Drops, Mixed (- B L E U -)

BRACELET and RING: Ninna ({me.}) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

GLASSES: Classic Noir in Sirup - Available NOW at the VF2012!

CLUTCH: Mexican Clutch in Red (Lapin Rose)

POSES: *EverGlow*, [DDL], Label Motion and Olive Juice

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If you hadn't noticed already, I am one of those bloggers that blog the hell out of favorite items. I can't get enough of these GOTZSCHE glasses. The same goes for my Shakeup! lipsticks! 

And, of course, Amorous. This set comes in four colors, and as always, you can change the colors of the metals! There are two bronze options and two silver options. Again, per usual, you can resize it as well. Any creation my Matchbook (whom I affectionately refer to as Matchykins - DON'T STEAL MY PET NAME FOR HER!) must be a painstaking process; you can tell how well-made not only the jewelry is, but also the texture. She always does such a great job. If you want to see more of Amorous, please PLEASE visit her shop here. You can also take a gander at other entries here featuring Amorous products. Use the tag at the end of this post to do so. I have to add; if there were no delectable jewelry at Amorous, I still would frequent the store. Why? Because the sim, which is all made by Matchykins, is as well-made as her jewelry. TP to the rooftop for other visual treats. I can't lie; I've used the rooftop for blog posts.

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The Girl Never Leaves

WHAT I'M WEARING (on ze LEFT):

SKIN: Love_Smoked in Cocoa ([Illusory])

EYES: Beaute in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: Love Lips in Grape ([Illusory]) - included in Love skin pack!

HAIR: Vivienne in Onyx, Type A (""D!va"")

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

 
TOP: Cropped Galaxy Tee (.MarieDoll.) - Available NOW at the fi*Fridays!

PANTS: Nouveau Trousers in Crab ([[Loovus Dzevavor]]) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

SHOES: Cutesy Safari (Peqe)

EARRINGS: Pure Earrings in Blue (..::BenS Beauty::..) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

NECKLACE: She & Him in Silver ([DDL]) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

SUNGLASSES: Coco Sunglasses in Turquoise (PurpleMoon Creations) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

BAG: Beaded Flapper Bag in Brown (*The Millinery Shoppe) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

POSES: PurplePoses, **Frozen Poses** and GLITTERATI - Available NOW at the VF2012!

WHAT I'M WEARING (on ze RIGHT):

SKIN: Indy in Dark ({.essences.}) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

EYES: Beaute Eyes in Dark Ivory (Agnes Finney) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

LIPSTICK: Sasha Lipstick in Cherrywood (Shakeup! Cosmetics)

HAIR: Elizabeth in Black 03 [of Blacks pack] ([BURLEY])

NAILS: Drop Dead Red Manicure Prim Nails (*Sexy Mamas*)

OUTFIT: Boardwalk (The Sea Hole)- Available NOW at the VF2012!

SHOES: Reflection (tulip.) - group gift!

NECKLACE: Lydia in Lattice Pearl, Gold, Long AND Short versions (Maxi Gossamer) - Available NOW at the VF2012! 

RING: Vintage Ring 5 (..::BenS Beauty::..) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

GLASSES: Classic Noir in Veilchen (GOTZSCHE) - Available NOW at the VF2012!

BAG: Girly Briefcase in Cherry (The Secret Store)

POSES: Marukin (July C88 item!) and (pda)

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More Vintage Fair!

About the CIA dress that I blogged yesterday! Ayla sent me an updated alpha level; SL had been playing games with her! Thus, you should be able to buy this beautiful, perfectly-fitting dress without any reservations! 

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