Imani's Moods

Imani in Red...

2010-04-10T08:03:00.005-04:00

Since I'm in the blogging mood, I figured that I would show off a couple of the looks from Pacadi Jasha's new Kreatura Collection. I just love the fabulous haute couture looks that this brand produces and the 2010 offerings did not disappoint.

Here are a couple of my favorite looks in my favorite color... RED! This first amazing look is called the Aditi bodysuit. However, Aditi is anything but your average bodysuit. It includes a high fashion skirt with fabulous detailing. Fierce is definitely an understatement as it relates to this ensemble. My divalicious look is rounded out with Takara bangles in black leather by Mandala, Robin Booties in black by Stiletto Moody, Animated earrings 3 in Black by Glow Studio, and Dome hair in black by Mirai Style.

Then there is Riffle. I love this dress because it's short, silk, poofy, and sexy. This chic little dress is available in three colors and has an optional black collar. My accessories are simple, I'm wearing Delora hair by Analog Dog and Verve Pumps by Maitreya.

Stacking the Deck

2010-04-10T07:19:00.011-04:00

Hey I'm back after a long hiatus. I missed blogging but just haven't had much time or energy to devote to it lately. However, I've been inspired by my desire to become a better photographer as well as some really cool garments I bought and received recently.

This whimsy yet darling dress is from 3636 Couture by dianny3636 Aeon called Alice in Wonderland. I was a little upset because I found this great dress after spending hours looking for and styling an outfit to wear to my friend Jennaa's Alice in Wonderland themed photoshoot. Even though I loved the look I eventually came up with, this dress would've been perfect for it.

The following accessories were used to complete my look:

Hair - Ivanka by 3636 Couture

Shoes - Robin by Stiletto Moody (Joker version)

Earrings - Huge Heartz Earrings by Fab Pony

If you are a fan of Alice in Wonderland, you should really check out Jen's blog. It's amazingly detailed, has tons of shopping and decorating ideas, and is a very entertaining read.

The Secret is Out....

2009-12-20T11:20:00.002-05:00

Today, Pacadi Jasha unveils a new collection of lingerie and accessessories in what is being billed as Second Life's biggest Christmas Fashion Show. The show promises to be different from anything you've seen in SL and will feature multiple themes, special effects, and of course beautiful new designs by the amazing Lotta Shelman. The show starts at 1pm SLT and several designs will be available for sale after the show.

Get there early and prepare to have a great time. Click here for a LM to the show or to visit Pacadi Jasha..

Midas Touch

2009-10-20T00:42:00.001-04:00

Desidelia Vella's Fiona Skin was definitely a welcomed addition to my collection of ebony skins. Anybody who knows me, knows that I adore the Fiona skin and that I'm constantly making shapes to test it's versatility and achieve unique looks. So, I can't even begin to explain how estatic I was to receive an advance copy of Fiona Gold, a lovely golden brown version of the increasingly popular original.

In these pictures, I've tried to give you a closer look at the detail without exposing my goodies. I've also taken the opportunity to show off some hot new releases from Miamai (low rise jeans in onyx), Stiletto Moody (Bare Katherine in Black Python), and Truth (Isle hair in Espresso).

I chose to make this shot just a tad darker so that you can see the shading details on the skin and the sexiness of the lowrise jeans.

I think this pic gives a good view of the skin's soft look and the excellent blending job by Desidelia. The short and sassy Isle hairstyle and Takara Bangles (zebra fur) from Mandala were added to complement this look. Fiona Gold is not available yet; however, it is expected to be released in the next week or so at Free Speerit.

Braving the Abyss

2009-10-15T20:45:00.004-04:00

My inventory is out of control. I own more stuff than I could ever wear and I continue to add to the abyss daily because of my shopping habit. Come to think of it, that's not much different than my RL wardrobe situation (lol). Unfortunately, I can't seem to help myself. Admittedly, I love to shop and I love to share many of the fabulous goodies I find in SL with you via this blog. So, here's a look at some of my favorite new inventory items, I hope you enjoy them.

First up, is a stunning cocktail dress called Natalia from Pulchritude, which means beautiful and aptly describes this dress. Some of you may know that Juliette Pashinin, Pulchritude owner and designer, makes some of some of the sexiest body paints in SL (includng a cute new Halloween design). However, it is my opinion she makes some of the cutest dresses and lingerie too!

It was my love for feathers that first drew me to Juliette's design style. Now, I own just about everything she's made. I find her style to be simplistic, yet daring, chic, and sexy. I also love the fact that her clothing is well made, and affordably priced.

The look above is rounded out with more favorites which include a pair of cool pearl and chain bracelets by Dadina Dosei of DD Style (from the Gothic Rock fullpack) and the lovely new Neyya pumps in black suede from Maitreya.

Next, is an adorable little hat called Hallow's Eve that I got from Atomic Bambi. I love it! In fact, it's the closest thing to a Halloween costume that I've worn in years. Additionally, I'm really feeling the shallow water eyes from Poetic Colors, Innocent lashes (gentle) from Glow, and Tanya hair (espresso) from Truth.

More of my current favorites include Evie Hair from Truth (I could wear it every day if I did not have a thousand other styles that needed attention). Last, but certainly not least, I am absolutely crazy about the Fiona Skin from Free Speerit (pictured above in the Night makeup option)! It's an awesome Ebony skin and I wear it often because it's so versatile and photgraphs well.

Fabulous Minis

2009-09-08T08:58:00.001-04:00

I like to think that I have great legs. As a result, I show them off every chance I get. What I don't like to do is show my arse. Lovely as it is, I don't want it hanging out for all of SL to see. A girl has to leave something to the imagination (smh). Anyways, I recently found a few very cute mini dresses that are classy, stylish, and make the gams look delicious.

First up is the Not a squres dress from Sugarcube. The is one of the best looking bubble dresses that I have seen. It is very detailed and hand painted. My look is made complete with Neva hair in black from fri.day and Verve pumps in black from Maitreya.

This next dress is pure hotness! It's called the Kendall and it is only available at Starlight Exclusives. I adore this dress because of its versatility. There are numerous ways to make it look good and you can pretty much wear it anywhere. I tried to create a futuristic look in the pic above but I could've just as easily made it look retro or contemporary. This cool dress is available in several other colors and is a must have for your inventory. My look is accessorized with Hera hair in Jet from Lelutka, Tuff Cuffs from Digit Darkes, and the fabulous Prestige boots in white by Bax Coen.

Finally, here is another versatile look from DeLa, the Jocelyn mini. This dress is sooooo cute and it comes in at least eight different colors. You can opt for a casual laid back look as I have here with my Circle of One necklace from Uzuri, Maitreya Shanti sandals and my favorite locs from Joya. Another option could be to throw a blazer over it for a more polished and professional look.

Photography by me :-)

Glitz, Glamour, & Starlight Style!

2009-08-18T03:31:00.002-04:00

MAKING ITS SL DEBUT AUGUST 30TH, 2009

Starlight Exclusives is a new, upscale boutique that will feature original and exclusive creations from several of SL's finest fashion designers. The collection promises to be unlike anything you've ever seen. Featured Designers include:

Alatiel Malies - Alatiel Fashions

Aleida Rhode - Aleida

Amutey Decuir - Bliss Couture

Ashoka Eales - Phoenix Rising

Chianera Cioc - Chianera Cioc Couture

Clio Cardiff - Clio pret-a-porter

Dave Casanova - DCNY

Dezi Jarvinen - Staged

Elysium Eilde - Elymode

Indyra Seigo - Indyra Originals

Kendall Larnia - Novi

Kieran Debevec - Phoenix Rising

Mami Jewell - Azul

Nardya Rousselot - Nardcotix

Odessa Dagostino - Vanity Designs

SySy Chapman - SySy's

Vasgez/VictoriaV McMillan - V-Fashion

*Teaser by Elysium Eilde

How Hawt Are These????

2009-08-14T17:07:00.008-04:00

Last week, Maitreya launched the first three styles in its Maitreya Gold Collection. All I can say is that the shoes are fierce and that Onyx Lechelle is brilliant! The shoes feature sculpted feet and some of the most beautiful toes in SL. Beyond that, the shoes are quite fashionable and make just about any style look hot.

The three styles are:

1. Maitreya Gold Salience - a very funky and fashion forward shoe that is perfect for high fashion and couture looks;

2. Maitreya Gold Shanti - these shoes are ultra sexy and come in 16 different color choices; and,

3. Maitreya Gold IXkin - these shoes are perfectly feminine and chic.

I'm thrilled with the fact that I now have more shoe options and I hope you are too. If you still are not convinced, consider the the following features of the Maitreya Gold Collection:

Menu and HUD driven features;
The HUD has built in skintones, natural and polished nail options, and customizable buttons;
the shoes are only worn on the foot which allows you to wear them with pants with prims;
and a notecard with skin settings for many of the top selling SL skins.

All I have left to say is hustle your little pixels down Maitreya and treat yourself to Salience, Shanti, and/or IXkin. You won't be disappointed. Here's the link:

http://slurl.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/174/192/23

Thanks Onyx for allowing me to use your photos!

Miss Costa Rica Sims 2010

2009-08-14T11:26:00.003-04:00

Yay ... I am one of the finalists for Miss Costa Rica Sims 2010. There are 10 beautiful contestants competing for the Miss Costa Rica Sims crown, over L$100,000 in cash and prizes and a spot in the Miss Virtual World 2010 competition.

Aely Wiffe

Florentine Rau

Imani Enzo

Jennaa Loire

LaBella Forcella

Millie Gears

Nisa Constantine

Pat Young

Samantha Allenquer

Sunday Laks

Good Luck ladies and Happy 2nd Anniversary Costa Rica Sims!!!

Please visit the website and follow the Miss Costa Rica Sims 2010 link to vote for Miss Web Photogenic. Your votes are appreciated and can be made once daily. Also, you can vote for as many of us as you like at once.

http://www.costaricasims.com/

Voting ends September 12th, 2009 at 12pm SLT and the pageant is September 13, 2009.

Thanks so much!

Hawt Hair vol. 2 - Hair Fair 2009

2009-06-24T00:01:00.010-04:00

OMG! It's my favorite time of year in SL because the Hair Fair has started. I absolutely hate trying to get into the fair because it seems impossible but once I get inside I feel like I'm in hair heaven. It took me about 6 hours over the course of 3 days to visit all the stores. I won't even begin to speculate about how much I spent, but I bought a lot of hair.... smh.

In case you are not familiar with the Hair Fair or are tempted not to participate, here's a little information that will hopefully change your mind. The Hair Fair is a 2-week event that congregates all things related to Hair in Second Life. The Fair spreads over an area of more than 2 million square feet, has a Candy Land theme, and its goal is to raise money for Locks of Love .

Locks of Love is an awesome charity because it helps millions of kids who are deprived of one of the marks of normality – having hair. Specifically, Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children in the United States and Canada under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis.

This year's goal is to raise $12,000 for the charity. If you love hair in SL, you can't miss this event.

My previous blog entry features a few of my favorites from the fair and here are a few more (in no particular order).

Moon from Maitreya:

Madamoiselle from Vanity Hair:

Dog Roses from lamb:

Cake from Magika:

There are hundreds of beautiful styles to choose from but I was most impressed by the offerings from Maitreya, Magika, Lamb, and Booperfunk (I love those fros). So go out and support Locks of Love and get yourself some fabulous hair. The fair ends on July 4. As you prepare to visit, consider wearing as few prims as possible... that means going bald, removing attachments, and taking your shoes off. Lag is a beast... please do your part to tame it!!!

These links should take you to the Hair Fair:

http://slurl.com/secondlife/HF%202009/78/223/28
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Beta%20Business%20Park/195/81/28
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hair%20Fair%202009/91/182/23
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hair%20Fair/166/135/28

For more info on Locks of Love, please visit http://www.locksoflove.org/

Summer Looks vol. 2 -- The Swimsuit Edition

2009-06-23T09:43:00.012-04:00

Summer is my favorite season for fashion and fun. I just love the colors and fabrics associated with summer. I also love the idea of baring a little skin to accentuate the assets :-). After all, my fashion philosophy is less is more. No, I don't have stripper tendencies and I'm not talking about walking around the grid half naked, what I mean is that you do not need to accessorize to clown proportions to looking stunning.

I'm a very laid-back person, so I also fully appreciate the leisurely vibe that comes with summer. I'm most often at peace and completely relaxed during this gloriously warm season. For me, summer and swimwear go hand in hand. Nothing relaxes me more than lying on the beach and not many summer activities that are more enjoyable than pool parties with my friends and family. For me summer and swimwear go hand in hand, it's a must have item for your inventory if you wish to enjoy the season.

You should always look fabulous, no matter what the activity. Beach outings and pool parties are no exception. In fact, I find them to be awesome opportunities to show off your fashion sense. To that end, let me introduce you to a few hot suits I found in SL. The costs of these suits vary a bit but they all are well made, offer a good amount of coverage, and scream SEXY!!!

First up, is the Thong bikini in pink from Dread or Dead... It's the perfect bikini because nobody will look hotter than you when you wear this. Another good thing about it, is that it's very affordable... only 50L and comes in several bright summer colors. The hair is one of my favorite styles from this year's Hair Fair... It's from Lamb and called Babys on Fire... Ummm, yes I am in this bikini!

Next up, is a new very sexy one piece I got from MichaMi. I love the detail and the cut of this suit. It accentuates our curvy goodies. It comes in several layers and 12 colors. The hair is by Truth and is called Sophia. It's available at the 2009 Hair Fair.

This last one is made by one of my favorite SL designers Dadina Dosei of DD Style. It's the Python bikini in black. My look is a simple one with just the suit. However, Dadina created a pareo, some beautiful snake accessories and sunglasses just for the pool party diva in you. The hair is one of Magika's Hair Fair 2009 offerings. It's called "Is". I love it because it looks so soft and feminine.

I snapped these pictures at the lovely Las Arenas Rosados Sim. It's a gorgeous sim, you should check it out. I realize that I haven't been providing links and I'll try to do better someday soon. Until then, if you can't find items I list here by searching, send me a notecard or IM in world and I'll gladly give it to you.

Summer Looks vol. 1

2009-06-16T00:00:00.009-04:00

YAY!! Summer is almost here. I'm not sure about you but it's my favorite time of the year as it relates to fashion and fun. I love the cool fabrics and the whole go bare if you dare vibe that summer gives. I'm in the mood to show you some of my favorite new summer looks, so here goes...

First up is Marine Suit by Samahi Couture. I love this suit because it's versatile, fun and sexy. Samahi makes some beautiful dresses but this suit caught my eye mainly because of the way it hugs my curves... it makes them look dangerous LOL. Also, this suit can be worn just about anywhere, which is always a plus. If you haven't checked Samahi Couture out... you should. In case you're interested my hair is GIC128 by Boon (I modded the style a little but the store version is cute). My shoes are the Glam Bootie by Stiletto Moody in Midnight.

Next up is more reflective of my personal style. It's an Imani Enzo mix n match creation. The pants are Journey in Cream Tea by Elephant Outfitters. The top is part of the Upgrade You stage outfit from Meghindo's Touch of Sensuality. I love this look! The light cool color is perfect for summer and the soft flowing fabric in the top makes this outfit perfect for a night out on the town. The detail on this top is amazing and ultra femine. It's hard not to feel beautiful in this outfit. The hair is by Miu Edman, one of my talented classmates from UVogue. Her new strore is called Mirone and features some very nice styles including this one called Adie. Show Miu some love by visiting Mirone which is located on the GLANCE Sim. The shoes are Greta by Stiletto Moody in gold.

The next outfit is the Cleo jumpsuit by House of Beningborough in Coral. I think it's a flirty casual perfect for just about anything. Shoes are by Asri Falcone and hair is Mirone.

The last one for today includes separates by Baiastice. The shorts are called Sophisticated Pants and come in several colors . The top is called Arrow and comes with the necklace pictured below and matching earrings. Arrow comes in multiple color combinations and the jewelry colors can be changed to match any of the tops. I'm in love with the new collection from Sissy Pessoa as it offers a wide variety of beautiful things. Stop by Baiastice and have a look. My hair is Latte by amerie's NAUGHTY in black.

Well that's what I have for now. I hope you enjoyed the looks... if you didn't, hang in there, I'm sure I'll have something for you soon. Oh yeah... Photography by moi \0/! Later...

Public Service Announcement

2009-06-10T19:21:00.007-04:00

Alright ladies today’s message is a little overdue. However, let’s go there anyway, SL is a place to be creative and as cute as you want to be. That being said, I don’t understand the inspect blocker phenomenon at all. In fact, I find the concept to be obnoxious and somewhat neurotic. If you are going to contribute to lag, why not do it with fabulous hair or bling if that’s your thing. Wear whatever but turn the darned inspect blockers off.

Why you ask? Well for starters, being unique is possible, but it’s hard especially considering the fact people don’t stop selling an item because you bought it. Let’s face it most things are available in abundance in SL because the creator’s are trying to earn money. Why stifle someone else’s growth with YOUR vanity?

More than that, let’s face it… anyone who has been in SL more than 6 months can pretty much tell where you bought something and are probably clicking to see if they are right. Just like you, we shop at Bijou, Armidi, Mirai, Boudica’s, Indyra’s Originals, and ETD. I hate to let you know this but nobody wants to be like you, the clicker is probably at their group limit or their messages capped and they failed to get the memo that new releases are available. I’m not hating at all… I’m just saying… I’ve never once looked at another avatar and said ooh I want to be just like her… smh.

You may also want to know that the little gadgets are not perfect. Case in point I was in a club recently and encountered several of you with cute hair so I clicked… smh at the blocker and clicked again… then once more… BINGO… your hair was from Mirai as I suspected and your blocker friends got theirs from KIN… Three clicks is a little more work than I wanted to do… but well worth it because my strategy worked the first time on the others. While, I’m a novice at beating the blocker, I know people who are pros. Hell, I know people who can tell me where you bought something with a snapshot… Sorry, but I don't think you can block those.

The point is simply this, why even bother to waste money like that when people who really want something will get it anyway… while you know nothing about it. I’ve learned that the best way to find something in SL is to ask groups and creators. Fashion group members are likely to share because people share with them and creators will tell you where they got accessories and hair because you are a customer and they value their business.

I fancy myself to have a pretty stylish avi and I have no problem sharing info with others who happen to like something I’ve found. More importantly, I don’t even care if you click on my hair and clothes to inspect for the creator. All I ask is that you leave me some space when you click. :P My creativity lies in the fact that I rarely wear any outfit as it is packaged by the creator…

I know that I’m not the only one who is annoyed by this concept. I also know that I am not the only one who wonders just how much inspecting those ladies who use the blockers do on the sly… lol. Ok I’m done. Shout outs to all the ladies who allow for others to freely inspect. I salute you and thank you on behalf of the talented designers who are on SL to sell their products. Be blessed and don’t forget to check out the new releases at KIN and Mirai if you haven’t done so already. ROFL

DD Style

2009-04-23T02:30:00.004-04:00

Since the first time I stumbled across DD Style while shopping at one of the BOSL Sims, Dadina Dosei has been one of my favorite designers in SL. I find the creativity in the garments to be inspiring, ultra feminine, and fun! I like to describe her looks as either gothic meets high fashion or funky haute couture. In order to rock these fashion forward designs, you have to possess a certain amount of personality, attitude, and swagger. So don’t rock DD Style unless you can actually pull it off.

Another thing I love about DD Style is that full outfits including accessories and shoes can be purchased or you can purchase only those pieces you want. Here are a few pictures of some of my favorite DD outfits.

I’m ridiculously excited because I heard through the grapevine that some new items may be coming out soon. I can almost feel the sting to my virtual pocket because I know that I'll have to have to replenish my linden stash after shopping there (sigh). Oh well, you live… you die… and if you are lucky, you get to do some great shopping in between.

Now that you have a glimpse into the artistry of this talented lady, please consider taking a look for yourself.

Photo Credits: Pictures 1 and 2 by Eve Petlyakov.

Pic 3 by Kade Klata… Thanks ladies for always making me look fab!

It's Raining Men...

2009-04-22T23:56:00.006-04:00

There’s just a little over a week left before the highly anticipated Mr. Virtual World competition will take place. Twenty countries are being represented by some of the sexiest men on the grid. The production is the collaborative effort of BOSL Magazine and Studio Red and promises to be one of the most unforgettable events in SL history.

The Finalists are:

1. Phillip Dollinger - Mr. Argentina

2. Brett Diamond - Mr. Australia

3. Atillas Joszpe - Mr. Brasil

4. Stiehl Carver - Mr. Canada

5. Donald Feld - Mr. Cayman Islands

6. Bjorn Delphin - Mr. Costa Rica

7. Shane Hathaway - Mr. Denmark

8. Allenclive Beaumont - Mr. France

9. Clyde Saunders - Mr. Greece

10. Nicholai Shepherd - Mr. Ireland

11. Salvo Waydenlich - Mr. Italy

12. Jack Farella - Mr. Mexico

13. Trond Burnstein - Mr. Norway

14. Jhao Oh - Mr. Portugal

15. Simons Bleac - Mr. San Marino

16. JonmiChel Heron - Mr. Spain

17. Cody Bolero - Mr. Sweden

18. Liam Netizen - Mr. United Kingdom

19. Jarl Soderstrom - Mr. USA

20. Cazzo Decosta - Mr. Venezuela

The event is scheduled to take place at noon SLT on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at the Patch Thibaud Auditorium and the contestants will be judged by several notable SLebrities including Miss Virtual World, Mimmi Boa.

Admittedly I’m a little biased and I can be since this is my blog! So while I wish you all the best, I’m routing for Mr. Cayman Islands – Donald Feld. I’m not routing for him simply because he’s attractive or because he’s one of my best friends here. I’m routing for him because he works hard at everything he does and deserves this title. If I had my way, you’d win a thousand times over!

While the judges will ultimately decide which of these gentlemen will be crowned Mr. Virtual World, you can still be a part of the historic event by coming out on May 2 and by voting for Mr. Photogenic online at http://www.thebosl.com/. Voting is currently open and won’t close until this Saturday, April 25.

Visit the link and view the finalists in their super hot uniforms, then vote for Donald Feld, umm I mean your favorite. You can vote every twenty minutes, so vote often and vote for Donald Feld (LOL). Hey, you have to admit, he’s very photogenic :-)!

Talk Soon… Buh bye….

Hawt Hair vol.1 … Wild Stylz

2009-04-03T03:12:00.006-04:00

I am always on the hunt for new hairdos. That being the case, you might just find yourself reading about hair often (that’s why the title says vol.1). In RL my work requires a lot of research and patience, so it is nothing for me to spend days looking for a particular hairstyle. Now you certainly won’t like every style that I do, but I’m merely here to provide you with options and perhaps inspire you to be creative.

You don’t have to care for the stylesthat I select. However, you should still go and check the stores out for yourself… they may just have something else you like :-). I also ask that you keep in mind that I’m always looking for things I think will photograph well or look good on the runway. So, the styles highlighted below might not be suitable for every SL activity.

Who cares though? After all this is your SL. There are no rules or norms here. Do whatever you like… Just do it good! Ok, so here are a few wild styles for you...

First up is Divalicious in black. This amazing natural style can be found at Emaya. It's really cute but you will probably have to do a little editing to make it right for you.

Mau and Mej… wonderful hair here. Amazing afros. This style is called Danheel.

Deviant Kitties Koneko.... I love this hair as it looks awesome in photos.

Lastly, here's Hae by Irollic... I think it's cute. I wish my curls would stay in RL

That’s it for now… I promise I’ll focus on some tamer styles very soon. I’m also working one a couple blogs that feature clothing. Stay tuned….

The skin I’m in…

2009-04-02T21:13:00.007-04:00

I love my BROWN skin! I love it in RL and SL. Whew… I just needed to say that… So, today I’m talking skins… not just any skins… I’m talking brown skins. Why? Because good ones are hard to come by in SL. It’s even harder when you model, because it is hard to stand out when we all rock the same skin. Having more than one is essential because you never know when you will need a quick change because everybody at the casting looks just like you. Also, depending on where you model, newbies may be required to change skins when modeling with a more tenured model who wants to rock your favorite. Grrrrrrrrr. As a result, I am ALWAYS looking for new brown skins because I refuse to be caught looking raggedy on anybody’s catwalk.

Just in case you live under a rock, every skin is not created equal. Chances are if you got it free or paid a couple hundred lindens, it’s going to look like it is cheap and it may not photograph well. Conversely, just because you paid 8000L for the fatpack doesn’t mean that it is top notch either. (Sidebar: Let me just say this … a photorealistic face with a crayon colored dark brown body is not cute. I won’t call names but I KNOW somebody out there feels me… SMDH).

All that being said, you have to try the demos people… your skins are a huge investment… treat them as such. As I stated before, great brown skins are hard to find but I’ve recently managed to run across a few well crafted pretty ones on the grid. Keep in mind that my photography isn’t nearly as great as what you see in store display photos but again you need to try it on yourself. A couple more things before we get started. I’ll share lots of things like hair, clothes, skins, landmarks, and shoes. However, I won’t tell you where I got my shape. A girl has to keep some things to herself. Seriously though, the shapes make us different and as a general rule, I rarely use shapes designed for the skins and I always mod the ones I buy. What I can and will do is shout out some of my favorite shape gurus from time to time. Another thing I won’t do is waste your time telling you about Redgrave skins. I love them and I rock my Redgrave skins to death. Some folks think they make you look common but whatever… Redgrave thrives despite the hate… LOL. Anyways, this is about the back up plan… so here goes:

First up, is Diana from Beauty Avatar Couture. Diana gives off an exotic look that will look great with evening wear and couture fashions. Several makeup options are available. I’m wearing option 02 in the pic below.

Second, is Chanel from Glance skins. Chanel is very pretty and looks best with just a little makeup. It’s great for casual looks. I’m wearing the Attention option below.

Third, is the brand new Zulu line from Lion Skins. It’s beautiful! What’s even better is that there are 40 makeup options to choose from. This is great because the line allows you to achieve just about any look you want! Even better than that 20% of each sale of this skin goes toward the Maseno Project. I’m wearing skin #8 .

The last skin today is part of Laqroki’s new Glow Line. It’s called Imani (YAY!!!) No, it wasn’t made just for me, but I look fabulous in it. You will too!

Well, that’s plenty for you to work with for now. Happy Shopping!!!

Welcome Back! Welcome back!! Welcome back!!!

2009-03-28T20:06:00.010-04:00

Forget diamonds, in SL a great head of hair is a girls best friend. Well, not really but work with me here (LOL). Hair is important. No, hair is crucial as it relates to my SL experience. Who am I kidding? It’s equally important in RL too. The difference in SL is that I can change colors and styles as much as I want. If I tried that in RL, I’d be BALD!

Most of the women I know in SL change their hair more than they change clothes. We love our hair and many of us comb the grid looking for unique styles. We all have our favorite places. While our lists surely vary, I think it’s safe to say that you would find ETD somewhere on most if not all of them.

If you are anything like me, you suffered some serious withdrawals when ETD closed shop shortly after the holiday season. Despite the fabulous end of year sale, I found myself wishing that I could grab Tiana (one of my faves) in brown or that I could grab the short style I saw there that would look great with my new outfit. I wasn’t the only one missing ETD because group chats were filled with multiple inquiries about what happened to ETD and when were they going to reopen.

Well, the highly anticipated return of our friend ETD happened last weekend with very little fanfare. Despite the lack of hoopla, the place managed to stay packed and laggy all weekend. When I finally got on the Sim, I spent a lot of time buying new color options of old favorites. At some point, I did manage to make my way over to the newest ETD offerings. It was there that I fell in love with Lynne 2. It is a classy ponytail with adorable bangs that frames my face perfectly and compliments just about any look.

Here’s a picture of it in Chestnut Black:

The new store looks great and there is a lot of space for new stuff. So, check it out and check back often!

Just a Little Jaded...

2009-03-20T00:32:00.009-04:00

I’ve been on the hunt for pieces for my lovely new studio and home for the last month or so and I think it’s just about perfect. My tastes generally lean toward more modern and sleek furnishings although I also adore classic wood pieces. During my search, I managed to find a very talented designer that you need to know about.

Neveah Niu, is the CEO of Jaded Modern Designs (JMD) and the builder of my fly new prim friendly studio. JMD offers some of the most fashionable homes and furnishings in SL. The store is located on the Search sim and features pieces guaranteed to make the rooms in your home look fabulous. I'm especially impressed with the amount of detail in her pieces and the textures a nothiing short of amazing. Trust me, you will be too!

What's especially hot about JMD, is that no job custom job is too big for them. Even more impressive is the fact that the turnaround time is reasonable. When I couldn’t find pieces for my home and studio, I described what I was looking and she built it. Furthermore, she did not consider the job finished until I was completely satisfied. That did not take long though, because the builds were great.

I love JMD's excellent customer service, it goes a long way with me. As a result, next month when I get the itch to redecorate, I’m going back to JMD (LMAO). Anyways, go and see it for yourself or contact Rod Hennesy in world about custom work.

Ready for my Closeup...

2009-03-14T12:00:00.015-04:00

SL Photography is another expensive habit of mine. I’m always looking to add new photographic perspectives of my avatar to my portfolio. I have been fortunate enough to find some great photographers via word of mouth and Flickr pages. However, I’m also very fortunate to have some exceptionally talented photographer friends who often support my photography habit when my lindens are low. My biggest supporter also happens to be my oldest friend in SL. Friendship aside though, he’s a great talent and you really need to check out his work.

Miles Barbasz is the artistic force behind Liminal Photography Studios and Gallery located on the lovely Hippo Hills sim. Every photograph evokes his passion and creativity. He offers some of the most detailed and dramatic images I’ve seen. As an artist, he marches to his own beat. Specifically, notariety and commercial success are of little or no importance to him. He simply wants his work to be appreciated.

His prices are very reasonable given the amount of work that he puts into each photo. If you need pictures fast or are looking for typical profile pics this is not the photographer for you. However, if you want something special… by all means check out Liminal Photography Studios.

I’ve posted a few of is pics for you here, but feel free to stop by Miles’ studio and gallery. The model in the middle picture is the lovely Jennaa Loire, my friend and a great model. The other pics are of me.... lol told you I was ready. LOL

The Journey begins...

2009-03-14T09:13:00.011-04:00

Ok, so I've been in Second Life (SL) for just over a year and I've loved every minute of it. I've made some great friends from all over the world, partied in some of the hottest spots, and shopped until i dropped almost every single day since I got here. In that time, I've also managed to work in multiple capacities. Specifically, I've dabbled in property management, photography and interior design. However, it took me 6 months to find my true passions in SL.... modeling and styling! I've learned that SL fashion is a brutal business, but I'm up for the challenge.

Like most SL models, I'm a shopper.... I'll be the first to admit that my shopping habit is insane but I enjoy it and that's all that matters. I'm always looking for fabulous new clothes, shoes, and hair. My inventory is out of control. In fact, I have to search my inventory before purchasing anything that I know isn't a new release. There, I've officially taken the first step... I freely admit that I'm a shopaholic!

Whew!!! Now that the weight of denial is off my shoulders, let me get to the point of this blog. I've decided to share some of the fabulous goodies I find in SL with you. The Blog is called Imani's Moods because I want to leave myself room to talk to you about anything. Any good model knows that image is EVERYTHING. In order to build a good image, you not only have to look good but so do the homes you live in and the places you visit. That being said, don't expect me to always talk about clothes, shoes and hair. When the mood strikes, I might just highlight anything or anybody... just know it will be fabulous!