Hodgehog Mall Freebie Weekend till 28 Sept, 12 noon SLT

I supposed many Fashionistas would have received this via the notices, but not many would have gone. I decided to see if I could get any good freebies from this mall and I did get a few surprises! Read on!

My favourite freebie is this very cute bubble dress from Sugarcube. I thought it can double up as a chic evening attire and at the same time, it'd serve equally well as a day dress, if you know how to pair it up with accessories and hairdo.

Anyway, it's been a long time since I looked formal...so here I am, in the dress...something for a night event.

Hair: ETD - Nadia (Chestnut)
Skin: Cupcakes, Enchanted Sienna
Choker: ~Muse~ Chatelaine Collection - Choker (silver)
Dress: ::SUGARCUBE - pine straw dress [ black ] - BOX
Leggings: Own
Shoes: *REDGRAVE* Black Leather Pumps

URL: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hodgepodge/152/110/21

what are you waiting for? ;)

Cupcakes Gift Bags - Enchanted Skins

It's been a loooooong while since I last blogged as I have been very busy in RL.

Well, after such a long time, I have finally decided to have a new look. I bought a set of skins which were really cheap and famous. Alas! They did not serve me well. It was not the look I wanted.

Then suddenly, I received a notification from Cupcakes, announcing their new Enchanted Skin series and new gift bags.

I went down and I was glad I did.

There were honestly, many gift bags to choose from, and I have a few favourites. The problem is I'm quite fussy with my skin tone...not just the makeup, but the tone even on the back and shoulders. Though I really love one series, I thought the skin tone was uneven somewhat. Till not, I did not know if it was due to my lighting in-world, as when I saw the model shots wearing the same skin I wanted, they looked PERFECT.

Anyway, I really liked the look of Enchanted skins. The makeup makes me look stunning and best of all, for just L$250, I get 10 Enchanted skins, 4 brow colours, 3 pairs of free eyes, and this very lovely and sexy peach dress.

I love how the Ruffly Corset Dress hugs my body, accentuating my curves. The 2 lines at the side add to the detail of the dress, like how the little frills do at the bust. This dress is super short and sexy...great for a night out! :D


The Enchanted skin is simply gorgeous...and I must say Cupcakes have definitely improved the skin tone, making it more even on the entire body. I love this skin tone, as it is just the right skin tone. I like how the eye makeup, the blusher and especially the lip makeup is done. Fine lines can be seen on the lips, almost like the real thing!


Best of all, all these for just L$250. Seriously, where else can you get such good deals?

There's also a sale on gift cards, though the gift bags are not included. Well, let's just reward Cupcakes for their generosity, would ya?

Dress: *CUPCAKES - Ruffly Corset Dress
Skin: Enchanted Sienna

The need to feel alive again

Total darkness engulfed me as I allowed myself to be sorrowful and tearful. Have you ever come across a time when you realised how much someone/something means to you only after you lost it? Yeah...I had...when I lost my father two years ago...and now yet again, I'm going through this heart-wrenching feeling as I have lost someone precious to me.

This is going to be my favourite hideout for now...

Viva la Vida - An Interactive Art Experience

As a tribute to life, AuraKyo has come up with yet another great masterpiece this time. And trust me, you should visit Viva (yeah...the music, dance and shopping in SL can WAIT!)..for like me, you will not regret having made this journey...and I made it twice!

I followed the storyline which begins with the breath of life as shown in the pictures below.

I thought I was already intrigued by the sculptures enough (as always), but wait, I know now why AuraKyo advises all visitors to "Explore with open eyes; you'll find small secrets around and in the middle of the land". Immediately, I was greeted with bizarre images like the one below.
Being someone who likes to partake in anything, I cannot help it but knelt to pray too. Shh...I shall not reveal why there is praying here... ^^
I will not let you know what is beyond this door too...

Through the bold colours and intricate textures of the sculptures and even the building itself, AuraKyo has dealt with life, pain, hope, war and celebration in this extremely intriguing exhibition. As a strong advocator of peace, I was emotional when reading the quotes and poems and looking at the exhibits. The sounds of war and music in the background heightened my experience and I felt the pain that people living in war zones must have gone through.

Just when I thought I had come to the end of this journey, I was surprised yet again by AuraKyo. I have always enjoyed the interaction between artists and visitors and I wasn't disappointed at all.

I seldom have the time to reflect and I suppose you'd agree with me too. I mean with the hectic life style that we all lead, we'd be glad if we could have more sleep!

I'm glad that AuraKyo has allowed visitors to drop notecards on childhood, hope, desire, dreams etc to add to the content and impact of the visitors' experience. As I wandered through it, fond (and some painful) memories came flashing back. Strangely, I have no qualms about sharing my innermost secrets and experiences this time, as I normally would not have. I suppose it's the hidden "power" of AuraKyo and this is what makes this journey even more personalised.

Well, if you think I'm being nostalgic and emotional here, yeah, I guess you can say so. But at the same time, I embrace life and thank God for every breath that I take, which, I feel, AuraKyo has aptly portrayed in her celebration at the end of the journey.

http://slurl.com/secondlife/Rezzable%2010/197/97/21/

Broken Hearted Chapel

Emru brought me to this Broken Hearted Chapel a long time ago when I was feeling down. I'd already liked it there but never did blog about it for I was tied up with work. This time round, I returned to BHC for obvious reason - I had hoped the artistic atmosphere will be uplifting and make me a happier person. Only difference is I went alone this time.

The entire SIM is built by the very talented AuraKyo Insoo, who is into sculpture, paintings and above all, the very interesting visual effects. If I remembered correctly, she is an artist in RL too.
In the art gallery itself, you'd be able to see 3 huge books like the one shown here. The heartache and beauty (in a sad way) of these stories contributed by SL citizens more than made up for the slight grammatical mistakes in the writings. If you wish to, you can also drop a notecard in the heart-shaped container beside the book, and AuraKyo will publish it in the book.

The second picture shows a sculpture of two hugging, and the third is that of a ...yes, you guessed it right, a broken heart. :( AuraKyo makes good use of the space in the SIM cleverly without overcrowding the pieces. You'll get to see different paintings along the corridors.

AuraKyo is not only creative in the artistic pieces above, she also makes use of vibrant colours to add to her garden below the gallery, as can be seen from the pictures below. I love what I see...


Now, the following two are my favourite pictures of it all that I've taken in the BHC. This Love sculpture is set against the sunset when I took it. Aww...love it. The next one's theme is on the living memory of someone who has passsed on...i think. :)


There is a also a playground with huge mushrooms and brightly coloured swings! I had a fun time sitting on the swing and it brought back my childhood memories of the times I spent at the playground with my younger sis. Now I seldom see such swings in my neighbourhood. What a pity! What is the government doing?!


There are a lot more pictures that I would want to upload but that will only be a spoiler. It's always best to experience the thrill of discovering the hidden surprises and decipher the message an artist wants to convey to you.

Though I could not change the ending of my relationship, I felt nonetheless rejuvenated after my trip to BHC. I hope you do too.

http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Broken%20Hearts/217/81/21/

FF 2008

Wow....I've been so tied down by work lately that I've got hardly any air to breathe! Guess I'll keep this post short and simple...if I could! ^^

Fall is soon arriving and being in Singapore, I'd never have a chance to wear such knitted clothing or scarves sad to say. Yes, you guessed it. FF stands for "Fall Fashion". Purple is the current rave in Fall season...and I, for one, LOVE this colour very much.

Without further ado, let's roll out my first Fall collection! *Drums roll*

Absolutely love this knitted top in gorgeous dark purple (I' ve had something similar in RL but have yet wear it cos it's freaking hot in SG!:/) . If you enlarge the picture, you'll see the intricate details that really resemble those in RL! What I adore about this top are its sculpted scarf and sleeves. As you can see from the picture, the scarf and sleeves move in a soft flowy manner with my every movement.

Did I mention that there's one accompanying blouse in a matching pink purplish colour?
There are shirt and jacket layer for both designs - with or without the blouse.

I'd match this top with a pair of skinny jeans and my fav boots. Something simple and yet exudes femininity.
Knitted ensemble: Aran Knit (Purple) from DP Serendipity
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Manic%20Flair/192/217/301/

Slinked Tattoos

Right Edward, here's to you. I just want the whole world to know what wonderful work you have created in SL! ^^

I cannot quite fathom the idea of inflicting pain onto my body for the sake of a picture that I may most likely regret in the near future, given my mood changes and fickle-mindedness!

It was only when I got to know a UK friend in RL that I started developing interest in tattoos. He showed me his tribal ones and it got me wanting it for my avatar! Yeah!

I am into butterflies as they are such beautiful creatures and got a lot of such tattoos in SL. The only two I want to feature amongst the many I have are the following.

I chanced upon these when I did a search on Japanese tattoos, for I have the impression that they do it the way I want it - an ART piece and not too loud. The rest I have are good too, but just that being a newbie in tattoos, I wouldn't want to get those really screaming for attention. :)

I have got many tattoos now but I only want to showcase two right here for now as they are worth mentioning! I seldom buy things immediately (I ponder A LOT when I have to spend Lindens...heh...) but I got TWO from Slinked Tattoos without much hesitation! I tp to many places selling tattoos but there is none that suits me better than these! Frankly speaking, I must say Slinked tattoos are good value for money. The tattoos come in different layers too, best if you like mixing and matching, though I'd recommend you to "feature" this on its own...it's enough to stand out. :)

Disclaimer: I'm NOT getting paid in any form by Slinked.

Edward Palace designed such a beautiful artwork of red Japanese flowers and vines that I told myself if I didn't get it, I would regret it!
I don't think I have done justice to the tattoo if I didn't include the original high res photo I had taken. Nonetheless, this is the size of it on my body. It is just so beautiful and intricately designed that I wish in SL, ALL my clothes are translucent so thatI can showcase the tattoo! I also wish I had the courage to tattoo this on my back in RL! hmm...is there a painless way to do it? Anyone please tell me! URGH!

I should include the original high res photo of the artwork or else, I will be doing injustice to the hard work of Edward! :)

Here's another tattoo I have gotten. I simply love the way the butterflies are arranged. One should pay attention to the details of the butterfly design - the circles, the different butterflies etc. Again, I am attaching the original.

There are tattoos for men too and there are so many more that I want to buy. :)

Slinked Tattoos - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Xian%20Gardens/240/46/22/