Will work for hair.

Pose :: Francesca Pose 03 by AUSHKA & CO
Windlight settings :: .AnaLu. studio5
A few hairstyles I’ve collected thus far. Some are fairly older than others but, I love them all the same and I’m pretty sure you guys haven’t seen any of them on this blog so I figured, why not share? Besides, I’m inventory sorting, finally! after weeks of piling things on and rummaging through folders. Btw, if you haven’t done your inventory sorting yet and don’t know where to start, check out Ohmai’s amazing tutorial on how she sorts her inventory! In the meantime enjoy these hairstyles!

Hairstyles:
1. Bringiton ( MESH ) by /Wasabi Pills/
2. Kristina ( MESH ) by *Alice Project* by Alice Demonia ( at March Mesh Madness event )
3. Alexis by >TRUTH<
4. Shine by [e] ( elikatira )
5. Ginger by /Wasabi Pills/
6. Lykie ( MESH ) by >TRUTH<
7. Listen ( MESH ) by [e] ( elikatira )

What I was wearing:
Top :: Ellery Top in (White) by Kyoot
No eyebrows :: Brows-B-Gone by Miss Shippe’s Studio
Body paint :: Fire Body Paint [FULL] by [Handverk]
Eyeliner :: Puss Liner – 01by !nona. by Vivica Bernitz
Freckles:: 3 Add Tatoo Layer by *YS&YS* ( included in skin packs )
Lipstick :: Lipstick in Pink by [DDL] ( dulcet de leche )
Eyelashes :: WingLashes by HouseofFox by Fashion Landar
Cheek piercings :: Cheeky Piercing [Bead] – B by [twee.]
Skin :: Paige_Milk – FaLaLaLaLa! by [Ill] Illusory ( no longer available )
Eyes :: iClarion in Black by .sP. by naomi afterthought

Snapshot lines be gone! ( Tutorial plug )

Windlight settings :: StrawberrySinghDotComEmerald
Pose used :: action 004 by Apple Spice
Location :: Innsmouth, a dark New England Coastal Town.

Snapshot lines got you down? Elysium Eilde on youtube has the perfect fix for that! This might be old news to some of you pros out there but, since I’ve just recently heard of it excuse my exaggerated enthusiasm! But, for those of us who are familiar with those annoying lines and have been hunting for a solution, fear no more mi comprades! That solution has arrived! You will need;

( Step 1 ). Photoshop CS5 and older ( If you have an older version of CS that’s fine too, you’ll just need to take different steps which Elysium addresses towards the end of the video.)

( Step 2 ). Watch this video, “Second Life Snapshots – Those Pesky Lines! “ by Elysium Eilde. And, viola! Problem solved. :

Here’s a before and after of the results I got after following the instructions she’d given in the video. Practically seamless!.

 

Anyway, on to the look of today.It’s pretty much a combination of things I have worn in the past, mixed in with a few items I picked up from my last shopping trip. Also, I have treated the coloring in photoshop a little. So if you’re looking to play around with your snapshot’s coloring try some photoshop actions you can find on deviant art. You’ll need to install them into your version of photoshop so, here’s a mini tutorial I found via google to help you with that.

Good luck!,
xoxo,
Mia

What I am wearing;
Skin :: – Paige in Milk – FaLaLaLaLa! by [Ill] Illusory Skin ( no longer available )
Lip gloss :: Elly Juicy Gloss w/ Teeth in (Lingerie Pink) by [PF] (pink fuel )
Eyeliner :: by .Pekka. designed by Ginevra Rodex
Nosebleed :: long right by *Stiky Kiss designed by Substrom Daysleeper ( may no longer be available)
Eyes :: Light Sensitive in Bloodshot in Light Blue by .ID. (insufferable dastard)
Eyelashes :: NoAlpha Lashes N15 by Miamai
Shape :: Mine ( see similar shapes )
Bloody Knee :: by *Stiky Kiss designed by Substrom Daysleeper ( may no longer be available )
Hair :: Bring it On! in Babydoll by ::Exile:: ( MESH )
Thorn crown :: Gratia plena by ~.:.Hysteria.:.~
Gloves :: Dana in Jet by LaGyo
Nails :: Longest Nails in BLACK by Mstyle
Tattoo1 :: Arm rings by Nuuna Skins designed by Nuuna Nitely
Tattoo2 :: Neo2, faded version by Garden of Ku
Posture Collar :: by [AiTech] @ opencollar temple ( free and scripted )
Harness :: by [H]arsh ( MESH )
Top :: Corset Top in Fishnet by FuK’N'HawT
Shorts :: Ripped Tiny Shorts in Black by FuK’N'HawT
Gun Leg w/ wrapped stump :: Cherry by Olive Juice ( may be closed(?) )
Leg Holster :: Desert_Eagle by :::Brutal Weapons:::
Heels :: “Coty” HighHeels in Black by Debrah’s

New divide.

Listening to :: New Divide by Linkin Park ( what does it mean? I loved this response I found on yahoo a lot.)
Windlight settings :: Places Terre Des Mortes

Hello!,
I recently had a mild burst of inspiration with this look I’ve been building each time I logged in from the first time I saw this posture collar by Sinistyle Design on flickr. I was floored by it’s uniqueness. Who needs a gag when you can wear an all purpose posture collar? Brilliant!

I also picked up this awesome chair from [HANDverk]. I haven’t done a lot of renovating lately but, I thought it’ll go well with some of the pieces I already own. There are some single and couple poses in it already but, I felt like posing using my pose stand instead.

Anyway, I am still remotely on some sort of hiatus but, I had a LOT of free time this weekend and I got the blog-itch, sue me! *laughs*.
Enjoy.

Poses used;
( Turn around, bright eyes ) by Blah.
breaststroke by Del May
154, 172, 188 by Glitterati
Bad red 9 by Olive juice
_stand_52 by shopo.O
sexy pose 015 by apple spice

What I was wearing;
Horns :: Swept Horns in (Glossy Chocolate) by {Lemon Tea}
Hair :: Izzy by [BURLEY]
Skin :: Paige FaLaLaLaLa! in Milk by Illusory ( no longer available )
Eyes :: iClarion Green by .sP.
Nosebleed :: by ‘;:**:;’ Sticky Kiss’;:**:;’

Eye makeup used;
Mascara tears :: Sorrow Runny Mascara 01 by .:: Delusions ::.
Bloody tears :: Crybaby in Blood by ~SongBird~
Eyeliner 1 :: Black Eyeliner A04 by [ni.Ju]
Eyeliner 2 :: Simple Line+ Blush by La Malvada Mujer (old, may no longer be available )
Eyelashes :: NoAlpha Lashes N15 by Miamai

Posture collar :: Colubridae Collar by SiniStyle
Key earring :: THE KEY EARRING by KOSH
Latex bikini :: G58 & pasties by Graves
Harness :: by [H]arsh ( MESH )
Heels :: OBEY by [Diktator]
Tattoo :: Bow Legging Tattoo by [GLUE INK]
Bloody Knees :: by ‘;:**:;’ Sticky Kiss’;:**:;’

Disclaimer :: No real avatars were harmed in the process of this shoot. We appreciate the realistic values of ketchup in depicting blood.

The hardest things are always said last… ( going on hiatus ).

As I push the 100 and something blog post threshold I feel myself losing interest. Perhaps it has a little to do with how hectic/busy my rl has gotten since this semester’s began. Like for example, I took pictures last week and I am not entirely satisfied with them but, I figured to achieve the ‘looks’ I want, I’d need to dedicate more time to the process… more time, which, I certainly don’t have.

So, what’s the basis of all this? Is it a subtle hint into the near future? Maybe… because, as it is this year will be an eventful one. I am graduating in the summer and making plans for grad school or pursuing a second degree. I’ll be leaning towards the latter but, I am certain my performance by the end of this semester will be the defining factor all around.

Oh, and not to mention, I’ll be moving in less than a month. Now, not to put my entire reallife out there because, I’ve always strived to maintain a certain amount of anonymity but, I think it is important everyone who cares understands the reasons behind my prolonged absences hence! the explanation…out of respect mostly… Because, I just think it’s rude to disappear without a word and not to the mention, the speculations that might arise as some people have no problem blatantly impersonating others ( e.g the never ending copybot crisis and the things in between) ~ of course, that’s another story for another blog post.

Anyway, I hope you’ve enjoyed my short ado about absences!. When I am officially back, you’ll be the first to know!

and as always,
xoxo
~Mia

Video :: Heartbreak warfare by John Mayer
“Lightning strikes
Inside my chest to keep me up at night
Dream of ways
To make you understand my pain

Clouds of sulfur in the air
Bombs are falling everywhere
It’s heartbreak warfare
Once you want it to begin,
No one really ever wins
In heartbreak warfare

If you want more love,
why don’t you say so?”

When red riding hood left the woods.

Windlight settings :: Place Cornfield
Location :: Roche

Hello dear friends!
So, the owner of [W]ynter Ms. Noemi Azambuja released this riding hoody at the Perfect Wardrobe event going on right now and as soon as I saw it I knew I just HAD to HAVE IT!.

Anyway, after whipping up this outfit I decided to prance around at this sim I found via Joe Balbozar’s flickr stream. Hope you like it.
xoxo,
Mia

What I am wearing:
Skin :: Paige in Milk – FaLaLaLaLa! by [Ill] Illusory ( on sale for 300L )
Eyes :: Light Sensitive/Basic in Light Blue by .ID.
Blush :: ~Orange Blusher~ in fresh by ROZENA
Eyelashes :: NoAlpha Lashes N15 by Miamai
Lip gloss :: Juicy Gloss w/Teeth in (Lingerie Pink) by [PF] Elly Skins ( Pinkfuel)
Eyeliner & Blush :: Simple Line+ Blush by La Malvada Mujer
Hair bow :: Kawaii Bow by Magika
Hair :: Again in Red 05 by [e]
Hoody :: Riding Hood Glitch by [W]ynter @ the perfect wardrobe for 99L
Gloves :: Taped Fist & Black Nails by SiniStyle
Top ( under hood )Soft Resolution Top in (Cream) by Kyoot
Skirt :: maxi skirt by JANE ( MESH )
Boots :: winter boot by (TokiD)
Agiz bow designed by Severed Garden for LR weapons

New year renovations and a shape!.

Windlight settings :: Place Astryls wild

So, I spontaneously decided to tweak up my mini shop, Jumphearts, for the new year. As far as I can remember the last time I had done any major renovation was at least 8 months ago? So, I got tired of staring at the same old stuff and decided to get to work. Oh my goodness! almost a hundred hours later and some suggestions from Daphne and Tobias over at [HANDverk] I came up with this; taaadddaaaaa!. What do you think? yay? or nay? here’s a TAXI if you wanna check it out!.

Yes, the image was treated in photoshop with this free background I found!

I found this gorgeous house at marketplace by Kessi Andretti creator behind Sweet Harmony. My parcel is on the low prim side so I had to compromise a lot and ended up modifying the house down to about 20 prims. Overall, I was going for simple look and I’m happy with the results. Besides, I go googoogahgah for shabby chic or vintage houses anyday!. Oh! While on the subject of houses check out these from Willow’s. I am not familiar with her designs but, ran across them after I had purchased my house from Sweet harmony already. Anyway, If you’re looking for extremely cheap ( I mean as low as 10L ),cute and low prim shabby chic houses Willow’s seems very promising!.

Anyway, here’s a shot of me grinning my head off after I had finished EVERYTHING!. Although there are still a few things I’d like to change I am pretty content with how it’s turned out.

Also, I finally went ahead and got one of PINKFUEL’s Elly skins. I had been obsessing over her lipgloss collection which you can’t buy individually! … I went ahead and invested in one of her skins. Surprisingly enough -or not- I fell in love with the skin and decided to whip up a shape!. So, here’s to shape 003! dedicated to Pinkfuel!. I hope you like it \o/ .

In the meantime enjoy the first month of 2012 and I’ll see you soon!
Xoxo,
Mia

P.s. :: each shape contains a style card of what I’m wearing.

All bare for the new year.

Does anyone ever really read these posts, rants and musings? In secondlife, it seems pictures speak more than actual words. Many bloggers prefer to keep it simple; post up pictures and then throw in what they are wearing for the day. While this is all great and dandy sometimes I think blogging is a lot more than a picture and what you are wearing for the day.

Where is the personality? What are your opinions? do you even like what you have on? :shrugs: to each their own, I suppose.

Anyway, the old year is gone and a new one has arrived. I tried embodying that in this post. So, here I am, bare and naked, painted white in my friend [Handverk]‘s gorgeous body paint ( check out her flickr for more paint works or her Blog) while I approach the new year on a clean slate for whatever may come.

Between changing viewers and adjusting settings I am more or less still looking for some of the same visual performance the Kristen viewer had. I guess I’ll go ahead and keep searching. Also, I am long over due for a new graphics card, while that’s in the works bare with my delayed posts.
xoxo,
Mia

What I am wearing ( or not );
Hair :: Sachiko Mesh Hair w/ ribbon in Deep ocean by /Wasabi Pills/ ( MESH )
Skin & more details :: see staples page ( of things I wear on a regular basis )
Face paint :: Arbore Face Paint in white by [H] (Handverk)
Body paint :: Talen in white by [H]
Eyeliner :: Puss Liner by !nona.
Lip balm :: Sweet Balm in Pink by !nona.
Bikini panty :: Micro Bikini Net in White by *L.inc*
Heels :: “Coty” HighHeels by Debrah’s ( blogged here )
Necklace :: Chained Thread Necklace by Kyoot
Teeth :: Pearly Whites by PIDIDDLE Cosmetics

Furniture
Acorn Drapes by LISP
Girl Trio Print by LISP

Thank you so much! and Happy Holidays!.

As the year comes to an end in about a week and with the holidays around the corner I started reminising on the year, my time in sl, and my time as a virtual blogger.

I can honestly say, sl wise, I have had a very eventful year. I’ve met so many people, gained some friends and lost some. I look forward to 2012 and what may come.

I would like to thank you all for the time we’ve had, your support, views and comments because, frankly you guys make playing this silly game worthwhile! . Because, to tell the truth, I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I signed up for secondlife. But here we are, at least 2 years later!… I regret nothing!.

Just a recap of your Top 12 most visited pages in the year 2011.

Home page
Indestructible
Flickr
DOF mini-tutorial. Mia’s way.
Windlight settings are your friend!.
The native inspiration.
Born to be wasted.
Skin like Lavender.
Blogroll.
Staples.
The unofficial panty post.
“Ariels, in the sky”

Happy holidays!!!
With love always,
xoxo
Mia

Video :: Vitamin C – Graduation ( Friends froever )

Power Kid ( Feat. Kid Cocaine ).

Location :: Virtual Decay

WE NEED MORE MALE BLOGGERS IN SL!!.Annnddd, end rant. It’s been ages since I’ve done a blogger collarboration and since I enjoyed the last one I decided it was time for another!.

I think I can count the number of male bloggers there are in sl-who are actually male-on two hands. Of course, who can really blame them? Half of the merchandise in sl is geared towards females, except for, maybe that once a year make him over hunt there is barely anything out there for them. Which kinda sucks because, there are some men who actually put an effort into their looks and then, there are those who go the extra mile and blog about those looks. Hence, we just have to show our appreciation.

I got to meet up with Lorenzo Mixemup,blogger and owner of the blog Kid cocaine the other day! We got dressed, found a spot and took some shots!. Ohh that rhymed!. Anyway, I just have to THANK the kid because, for some reason my pc decided to bitch out ( Ha! no pun intended) and I literally crashed over 4 times before getting a snapshot in so, he ended up having to take most of the shot and during the entire time he was so patient and understanding. And in some ways I think that’s what blogging really takes. Patience.

Anyway, check out our swagu ( heheh, he says that on his flickr ). Kid Cocaine and Jumphearts. Aren’t we just the sexiest?! Check out The Kid’s blog for more men’s fashion!

As always,
xoxo,
Mia

What KidCocaine wore;
Shorts :: Mantae short pants Denim in (gray) by [ NERD.P ]
Boots :: [Docs] boot by Gos
Jacket :: Rising sun jacket in green by Poison
Shirt :: Baggy Shirt in red by [NSD]
Baseball bat :: Beat’em up! Bat by Cobrahive
Mask :: Kao Mask by Cobrahive
Hair :: Sofian in DBrown 05 [BURLEY]
Eyes :: Eyes in Sea by .:Hermony:.

What I wore;
Poses :: by Kuso
Dress :: The Awesome Lace Dress in Blue by -(BR)- ( Bad Romance)
Leg tattoo :: Bow Legging Tattoo by [GLUE INK]
Fist tape :: Taped Fist by SiniStyle
Jacket :: Studded Biker Jacket by ::BB:: ( Beetlebones) [MESH] ( Found @ the four corners event )
Eyeliner :: Wings (eyeshadow) by .ID. (.Insufferable Dastard )
Light Sensitive/Bloodshot – Light Blue by .ID.(.Insufferable Dastard )
Baseball bat :: Beat’em up! Bat by Cobrahive
Teeth :: Teeth by DeeTaleZ
Boots :: Tall Leather Thigh Boots Curvy Black by Slink [MESH]
Hair :: JOLIE extensions – Sweeden by [LeLutka]
Skin :: Ebba – [Fair] – 01 by LAQ

Video :: Headlines by Drake
“I might be too strung out on compliments
Overdose on confidence
Started not to give a fuck
and stopped fearing the consequence
Drinking every night because we drink to my accomplishments
Faded way too long I’m floating in and out of consciousness“

You used to be happy, try!

Windlight settings :: [TOR] SUNSET – Pink sink

Hello, dear friends,

If I could go on a rant about the things that annoy me in the secondlife design community I could go on and on about how much copybotting, lack of originality and lack of respect keeps gnawing away at the essence and integrity of our fashion community.

We all have a part to play in making all this fun, imagine what it would be like if we all cooperated with each other? Drop the copy botting, search harder for original ideas… just imagine.

You’re probably wondering where all this has stemmed from. Well, part of it has to do with this skin from (love) which I blogged about a few days ago HERE. As you’ll notice, the item is no longer available at Mae Liamano’s store. I was curious as to what had happened to it and why it was no longer available. It turns out that the seller of the templates which Mae had purchased was later banned for selling copybotted templates causing a series of domino effects, Mae’s skin being one of the victims. Imagine how disheartening this was to me, especially since I had literally spent months searching for a skin I liked with no luck. And as I finally find one it turns out to be too good to be true.*shrugs* Will I stop wearing this skin though? No, at least not until I find another skin to replace this one because, though it’s background is unfortunately shady, that doesn’t take anything away from the work, time and effort Mae put into the skin and of course I refuse to waste the L I spent on it. So there, judge me if you like but, at least I’d be judged in a pretty skin

Another sad situation, is this unfortunate incident going on, on flickr concerning a blogger, a designer and copybotting ( please take the time to read this if you are a designer ).

(click the image to see the thread.)

I do hope that in time things will slowly change, I believe sl has so much potential. Anyway, enough with the sob stories. Here’s my look for the day;

enjoy,
and as always,
xoxo
Mia

What I am wearing;
Pose :: Francesca pose 06 AUSHKA $ CO
Lace Blouse :: Claven Lace Blouse in ANTIQUE by [W&B] (Whippet & Buck)
Skirt :: Nomad Skirt in Vintage Floral by *League*
Fringe Top :: Fringe top in pure by Izzie’s
Cardigan :: Indian cardigan Jacket by [ 2byte ]
Gloves :: Leather Gloves in *cocoa* by (5th&Oxford)
Makeup :: Simple Line+ Blush by La Malvada Mujer
Freckles :: Freckles Tatoo Layer ( came with skin pack) by *YS&YS* (Your skin & your shape )
Eyelashes :: NoAlpha Lashes in N15 by Miamai
Necklace :: Wanderer in -Oak- Necklace -4 Discs by *League*
Scarf :: FRINGE SCARF in leafy by MIEL
Hair :: Soft in Blonde 01 by [e] (elikatira)
Skin :: Emma Medium (lt eyebrows) by (love) skin ( no longer available )
Eyes :: Light Sensitive/Basic in Ice by .ID. ( .Insufferable Dastard. )
Shape :: Mine

Video :: Battle by Colbie Caillat

” Cause this is a battle
and its your final last call
it was a trial, you made a mistake, we know
but why arent you sorry, why arent you sorry, why?
this can be better, you used to be happy, try!