Mr. X and Marlyn - *New* Sascha's Designs

There is something about black leather... things go in and out of style... but Mr. X tells me and I agree that black leather is timeless... and this new outfit called Marlyn by Sascha's Designs sizzles.... there is no way to avoid it ----and more to the point... they all can't stop staring!

And I love these sleek skin tight mini  shorts with their high waist and the asymmetrical crop  jacket with luscious silver studs.  The jacket has  a big silver button on the high neckline that beckons.... to be undone....Marlyn comes in black, choco, gold, pink, red and silver.  It is made for all mesh and classic mesh fit bodies.

And--- don't forget the boots with silver studs... they are made for slink, maitreya and belleza feet....and  they are fabulous.... aren't they....

Outfit and Boots - Sascha's Designs - Marlyn
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Schlossberg/242/84/22

Hair - Cindy - TWK

Mr. X and Green Tara -3-Eye Designs and {Letituier} & Isa d'orable @ Swank

I asked Mr. X where is the  shaman... is everyone a shaman...  and then the fog of enlightenment descends... slowly like silver silvers of the moon... where everyone is a philosopher... everything is  divine... and most simply put,  everyone can turn a blind third -eye... to this subtle , intangible SL world... and yes... I found the most amazing find...  by 3-Eye Designs called the  Ruins of Tara..... that is an exclusive @ Swank....

For me,  तारा, tārā is the goddess of regeneration and hope... and I  dream on her and with her... like the great mother, she surrounds us... in an eternal embrace. Green Tārā, (śyāmatārā) is known as the Buddha of enlightened activity... and, for me,  SL can be, or should I say  is an "enlightened" or shall I say, enlightening(!) activity.  This fabulous sculpture and garden by  3-Eye Designs comes with  8 poses and 4 meditation poses...  that brings peace and  tranquility....it perfectly rendered, prim light and a must must have...  It will be one thing I will keep always.... 

Green Tara ... as radiant as the full moon she obscures pride and  ignorance... desire and attachments... hatred and anger... a  saviouress of compassion and beauty... she waits... and this  Green Tara is  is serene and beautiful... I wait as always, for Mr. X with  calm now.

This gown called Chinese Dragon Kiss is by Isa d'Orable she has many items -- equally as unique at this month's Swank (to be blogged later) -- I just love this gown that has a color changing hud and is compatible with mesh bodies.

I am also  wearing Taema Hair hair by {Letituier} that is an exlusive at Swank. This avant garde hair reminds me of a temple with its gold wired embellished buns  that rise like a Stupa...  in the light of  dawn.  This hair comes with a color changing hud and is compatible with mesh and non mesh heads.

Swank Exclusives

Buddha Set -  3-D Designs - Ruins of Tara
Hair - {Letituier} Taema

Gown -  Isa d'Orable (new stuff @ Swank - this @ Main)

Mr. X and Grace [ZEX] & Glitter @ Swank

I told Mr. X this new dress by [ZEX] called Grace begs for an exclusive enclave... one that is so exclusive that residents are prohibited from parking their pick up trucks in their own driveways.... I sorta like that! So much more early to bed than Miami Beach... and that is ok too.

Grace is the  perfect dress to explore the mixed breed classic Palladian and antebellum plantation style house that is called Coral Gables.  This eccentric manor's gardens are well worth a gander and the hat that comes with Grace is sure to protect you from the sun. As a matter of fact, the hat and matching shoes come with a matching 20 color and pattern changing hud that you can match with this dress.

For me, nothing says summer like a cute backless dress... that is sure to keep you cool when things "heat up"!  And, Grace doesn't disappoint. It is made for mesh bodies (slink, belleza, mairtreya) as well as fitted mesh bodies. It has a lovely color changing hud that offers both solid colors in this years trendiest colors as well as floral and zig zag abstract patterns... giving you tons of options.  It is like 20 dresses in one.

Grace also comes with a fabulous necklace, earrings and bracelet in chunky goodness.  I have used the new Swank poses called Emma by Glitter.  So Mr. X, meet me by the Venetian Pool on de Soto Blvd for a drink... and afterward... perhaps.... we will make a splash!

Wearing
Swank Exclusives
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

Dress, hat, shoes, jewelry - [ZEX] - Grace

Poses - Glitter - Emma

Mr. X and Consuelo - Jumo @ Swank

Swank is open for wild spring nights...and days through May 31... and what better way to start off the month than with the beautiful new gown by Jumo called Consuelo ! Somehow with its ocean appliques of fish and shells... this gown makes me feel like a beloved siren of the sea....

The Consuelo gown  by Jumo was inspired on the Wild Spring nights.  What I like best of all is that with the hud you have a choice of fabrics.  You can choose the Gabbana fishnet  that is embellished by beautiful marine life sequins appliques.

Or you can wear Consuelo gow using the lace version that is embellished with sequins embroidery. There are  five colors for each version in the hud.  This is Consuelo Gown is a Rigged Mesh Gown + Panties and alpha layer (for Fitted Sizes), Maitreya, Belleza, TMP and Slink versions with a 10 textures in a HUD to change the gown.

The Consuelo gown also comes with a beautiful necklace and earring set that is in the form of an onyx cross that is embellished with ancient coins -- surely a gift from Poseidon himself!

Wearing Swank Exclusive
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

Gown and jewelry - Consuelo  - Jumo

Lipstick - Jumo
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tropical%20Lodge/205/76/24

Hair - AD - Sassafras

Dancing in the Rain with Mr. X Peace by Peace Hunt

Where to begin is always the question I ask myself when beginning a hunt. This sister hunt of POE (peace on earth) that will be ten years old in  December is called the Peace by Peace Hunt.  Items are 1 L and all high quality. Check out this fantastic set perfect for  SL photos by PixelArt Photographers. This scene called Peaceful Showers Scene is only 12 prims and comes with a  a umbrella pose prop giver with poses for men and women and even an umbrella ! It is really a must have!   The hint is     I love a peaceful waterfall.  The LM is http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bhima/240/185/50

I am  wearing a fabulous Jumpsuit by Prism called Alexus Rain Forest. It is made for classic mesh  and maitreya,  belleza and slink bodies.  I love the abstract pattern of the legs combined with the silk belt at the waist  and the sexy one shoulder  bodice.  It can be worn just about anywhere on the grid because it is casually elegant. The Hint is find a dock on the lake and reach for the stars. There's a ladder nearby if you need it! And for men there is an outfit that hint is Next to the suits.
 LM http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bal%20Harbour/54/56/23

The  necklace and earrings are another 1L  scoop it up from  Peace by Peace by Melodic.  This gift is a link chain that to me can be worn by men or women... and fabulous bamboo hoop earrings... they come in  gold, silver and black. There are actually Four  prizes to be found here ... here are the hints... General Hint/Tip: Everything is inside the store. Hint 1: What's that chair doing there? Hint 2: One of these pillows isn't like the others. Hint 3: So many frames! Hint 4: All things Omega. The LM is http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MAGNIFIQUE/110/99/28

Mr. X on the Peace by Peace Hunt May 1-31!

The first annual Peace by Peace Hunt begins May 1 -31 and is a sister hunt of the  Peace on Earth Hunt.  All hunt items are 1L and of high quality.  There are hints for each item. Just look for the poster pictured at the end of this blog and touch it to join the group for FREE and get the clues. There are 50 free gifts to find that run the gamut from hip new outfits for men and women, to furniture and home decor as well as landscaping items.  Many top designers are participating so make sure you visit their stores for their fantastic gifts... it is their way of saying thank-you to their clients.  Each shop will give you the LM for the next store on the hunt.

Check out this fab boho jumpsuit called Tranquility offered by Posh Pixels... it has a hip white on white floral pattern and comes with a  Native American dreamcatcher necklace made of horsehair, leather, feathers and beads that is thought to give its owner good dreams. Tranquility also comes with cute white fringe sandals that are made for slink flat feet. This can be worn with mesh and classic bodies. I love the fact that this is a complete look.

The Hint for Tranquility is: Peace By Peace 1 Hint Giver: Feeling sleepy?  Grab a cup of our award winning coffee.  The LM is http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Vosk%20Post/54/165/22  And, remember to pick up a copy of the latest Mode Magazine!

Look for this poster!

More information on Hunt Gifts here
https://peaceonearthsl.wordpress.com/pbp-1-prize-guide/

Mr. X and the Dragonfly Princess - Poet's Heart & Jumo Iridescent

The sun settles like a mist of  warmth  on the lake. The dragonfly princess flies low, hovering above the tranquil water --refracting light off her wings -- the colors of her dress reflect the pattern on her delicate wings.  

The colors tilt and shift as the dragonfly princess lands softly in a magical glen.. listening to the hum of life around her...floating between two different worlds,  it is like a dream where wonderful thoughts are separated from reality, and are scattered like refracted light for us to assemble.  

I will not disappear as the dawn approaches rather I shall weave the sunlight and make the rays dance on my wings ... the colors will deepen with the shadows of the day... I Princess of the Dragonflies shall live on the whim of the winds... they will carry me in directions that I can only dream about....

Oh how I adore this new outfit by Poet's Heart called Dragonfly. It is made for classic mesh and Maitreya, Slink and Belleza Mesh bodies. Wear the dress with or without sleeves.  It has matching  boots, sleeves and wings.  It even has a special headdress for fun fantasy play.

Dragonfly is an exclusive at Fantasy Faire and will also be found at Poet's Heart Main Shop. In addition to dragonfly, this comes in grasshopper, bumblebee, fly, flower beetle,and ladybug... and who can resist a sweet little ladybug?

I have paired this with the *New* iridescent lipstick and with the new Olympia eye-make -up for classic heads and for Lelutka and Catwa, Omega mesh  heads . 

Wearing

Dress - Instecta  Dragonfly and Ladybug - Poet's Heart

Main Store LM http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ecstasy/44/29/23

Fantasy Faire LM Direct TP- http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Fallen%20Sands/179/83/62

Eyemake - up -Jumo - Olympia

Lips - Jumo - Iridescent

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tropical%20Lodge/205/76/24

Hair - Truth - Solas

Mr. X and Luxe Paris - A Trio of Gorgeous Dresses plus New Make-up from Jumo and Hair by Emo-tions + Swank

LUXE Paris is a high quality fashion brand for women & men, inspired by the Parisian haute couture and created by the professional model Parisian Skytower and the fashion editor Mika Palmyra. And, they have a fabulous new collection out for spring. All outfits shown are  made for the alpha huds of Maitreya, Slink and Belleza and classic mesh bodies. Check out one of my favorites, Feulles  Dress. I love the simple lines of this dress with its tantalizing abstract leaf pattern using the hottest spring colors that are trending on the runways in RL.

I also love this form fitting dress called Dalhia in an elegantly retro blue and gold floral pattern.  I told Mr. X that flowers have their own language -- it is why we put them in our homes, plant them in our gardens and embellish fabric with them...there is something soft and alluring about the floral pattern on this dress that can easily go from an afternoon tea to dinner on the town.

Robin Eggs Blue Dress is fun and it is an exclusive at Swank this month. It has a hip mod twist with the silver harness  and belt and the sexy slit up the side of this dress.. I for one love this color blue... it reminds me of freedom... of the sky and the sea... and of the expansive nature of inspiration... without that... we are useless.

I could not help but pair this dress with the new Asian Styled Hair by Emo-tions called Jia. This hair has a traditional bun and even comes with kanzashi (a gorgeous traditional Japanese hair ornament) that comes in blue, rose and red.  Jia also comes with chopsticks.  Jia is made for classic and mesh heads and comes with special appliers for Lelutka and Catwa mesh heads.

The make-up  has just been released by Jumo and it is  just gorgeous!  It is called Olympia and I feel like a goddess wearing it! Olympia Lips comes in 20 colors made for classic heads as well as Lelutka, Lelutka + Omega, Catwa bento mesh heads.

The Olympia Eyeshadow also new by Jumo comes in six jewel tones including brown, red, green, violet, pink and blue (worn).  I love the iridescent glitter in the corner of the eyes and the artful use of eyeliner that will make your eyes smoking hawt!

Wearing:
Luxe Paris- http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magnum%20Spirit/48/72/26
Dress #1 - Feulles  Dress; Hair - Emo-tions - Before and After - Blondes
Dress # 2 - Dahlia, Hair - Emo-tions - Before and After - Blondes
Dress # 3 - Robins Egg Blue Hair -Emo-tions - Jia

Hair - Emo-tions - Before and After and Jia
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hells%20End/128/128/2

Make-up - *NEW* Jumo - Olympia Eyeshadow and Olympia  Lipstick
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tropical%20Lodge/205/76/24

Bracelet - Peace on Earth Hunt Beloved Jewelry - Forsythia Bracelet (also has tiaria)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Seyfert/28/31/30

Mr. X and Hella Isa D'Orable Creations and Park Place @ Swank

This morning I asked Mr. X to come and help me straighten a few things out... I  have a love hate relationship with placing things -- love to decorate -- but hate trying to get it all straight -- there are XYZ tricks for that as Mr. X showed me.... I just love the new contemporary set offered by Park Place @ Swank. There are many low prim items available perfect to mix and match your home decor.

The items include an array of plants, I really liked the bamboo (3 prims), the lanterns that  can be made larger or smaller and they click on and off.  The fabulous fireplace that  you can turn up the fire... or not (1 prim and wow), a black and silver sofa table, the  cosmopolitan coffee table with accessories (3 prims another wow)  and a great herringbone patterned rug.

These lovely and comfortable cityscape chairs ( with or without pillows) plus throw pillows are 3 and 2 prims respectively. Both come with 14 interactive male and female poses.  The chairs are experience enabled giving a smoother transition between aos and props.  There are props for coffee, drinks, cell phone, notes, computer and more.

I am wearing another Swank Exclusive by Isa D'Orable Creations... called Hella. It is so sexy -- naughty and nice all at the same time and so well made and textures. I love the quilted leather and fine black lace, the high waisted belt that shows off my figure and the sexy side laces (Mr. X loves those)!  The fire is burning Mr. X and this little number is sure to make you hawt !! Hella is made for mesh and classic bodies -- and I am  wearing it  with my  Maitreya Mesh  body.  The boots are Pointy Boots by Muse, also at Swank.

One last find at Swank... in anticipation of summer are the patio lounge chairs... that beckon... they come with 10 poses and are so low prim and stylish that they are hard to resist. There is also a line of plants that complete this look along with a table and lights.

Swank Exclusives
LM - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Retreat/160/138/3003

Park Place - Cosmopolitan Chairs Cosmopolitan Sofa table, silver black table, space saver Cosmopolitan Fireplace, Lanterns,  bamboo,  Patio lounge chairs, herringbone rug and picture.

Dress -Hella - Isa D'Orable Creations

Shoes - Muse - Pointy Boots

Newsflash -Just Announced -Third Annual Medieval Faire May 19-June 18

Unmasking A Cure Relay For Life Team (#38) presents the Third Annual Medieval Faire, running from May 19 through June 18, 2017.

The faire, similar to a real world "Ren Faire", offers medieval tournaments in jousting, swordplay, magic, archery, and horse racing.

There are over 50 merchants supporting Relay For Life, each featuring items that will be sold for 100% profit to Relay. On the entertainment front, a dozen live performers and many DJs are all donating their time and talents to Relay For Life.

Don't miss this exciting month-long event; try your hand at all the sports, find that perfect outfit or decor item, or enjoy live musicians and dj sets!

EVENT WEBSITE: http://www.uacmedievalfairerflofsl.com

SOCIAL MEDIA
Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/mewhvah
Twitter: @unmaskingacure and @mary_teodosio
Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/132123737@N06/

Mr. X and the Spirit Maiden --Six Looks by Silvan Moon @ Fantasy Faire -

Silvan Moon is a  sponsor for the 2017 Fantasy Faire!  Their  *NEW* Exclusive @ Fantasy Fair is called  Spirit Maiden and can be found at Spirit Pool (direct shop LM at end of blog).  Spirit Maiden will bring out the beauty in you... as it is just such a  downright pretty gown that is good for any occasion... fantasy or formal... you will be the most beautiful spirit in the room.

This is a perfect example of a  feminine Medieval inspired gown with a soft floral pattern and puff sleeves. Regardless if you are simple maiden or the empress ready to take a midnight stroll through her garden of delight... this gown is a must have. It comes in a multitude of soft romantic colors and is made for mesh bodies.

The Spirit Maiden... she sings a lilting melody that lifts to the moon as a single sparrow sings... she is no longer a decorative asset to her lord, the mother of his heirs and arbiter of good taste and modesty... she is the Spirit Maiden of  undying creativity that echoes even now through the years.

Another offering by Silvan Moon is Lilly of Hollowdell that reminds me of a combination of gown and sari with its wide silk trim skirt and tiered  artfully belted overskirt and short paisley patterned vest that reminds me of the wood block prints of Moghul India... wearing Lily of Hollowdell  you are fit for a Sultan! Lily of Hollowdell  is compatible with mesh bodies, I am wearing my Maitreya Lara body with it!  I have paired the new hair by Emo-tions called Stella with this lovely gown.

Another find reminds me of the best of Scottish Tartan and is called Broch Tuarach.  Named for an old broch on the land, Broch Tuarach means "north-facing tower" in Gaelic. I love the look of this gown with its lovely tartan in heather, brook or hunter... each one has its own beauty... and comes with a matching sweater  legs and tops that are compatible with all mesh bodies, I am wearing Lara. This gown is also compatible with  regular mesh bodies and classic.

Ranger of Islavare Dress Set is perfect for roleplay.  As a matter of fact, I cannot think of a better outfit to hunt in than this gorgeous tunic made of rich emerald velvet and edged with olive silk ruffles at the hem and embellished by the finest leather edging and rich gold brocade embroidery at each sleeve and at my neckline.  My cloak made of  the finest velvet is lined with ermine to keep me warm...it can be taken on or off.  The Ranger of Islavare Dress Set is made for classic and all mesh bodies, I am wearing Lara with it.  It also comes in a wide range of colors.

I love the whisper of chiffon skirts and overlay skirt as light as a breeze not to mention the sexy corset top with lace insets and lace around the sweetheart neckline...Lady Rhapsody is all this and more.  This gown is like wearing a dream. It comes in colors such as tea rose, wheat, hyacinth and orchid and is made for slink and maitreya (worn) mesh bodies. I love the roses at the waist... it sets this gown off perfectly.

And who doesn't need one... a "fairy godmother" that is!  Never fear Silvan Moon to the rescue! It would be hard to leave as quietly as I arrived because this Fairy Godmother Gown is so intricate and lavish.  I love the bodice that is embellished with stars and ruffles... the bell shaped skirt has the most intricate texture... the sleeves are belled and so elegant and yes, look at those wings... and high collar they just glisten.... the Fairy Godmother gowns comes for standard bodies with an alpha plus it come for those that wear Slink and Maitreya (worn) mesh bodies making this easy to wear.

Wearing  Silvan Moon
Direct  Store LM to Silvan Moon
 http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Spirit%20Pool/25/59/49

Main Store LM http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Emerald/168/127/26

Gown # 1  Spirit Maiden
Hair - D!Va

Gown #2 Lilly of Hollowdell 

Gown #3 - Broch Tuarach

Outfit #4 -Ranger of Islavare  

Outfit #5 - Lady of Rhapsody

Outfit #6 Fairy Godmother

Mr. X & Carefree Ghee @ Designers Show Case & Emo-tions

I told Mr. X when I saw the carefree spring shift called  Peony at the April the Designer Showcase I knew that this dress was for me!  Just looking at the delightful colors -- I knew this  Spring would be one of total renwel.   Peony comes in ten seasonal shades that range from deep tropic pink to azure blue like the crystal clear water of the islands... orange and yellow that remind me of a glorious sunset to light pink and porcelain, there is a shade for everyone!

Wearing this dress is like wearing a timeless design... it is a stylish shift dress with a trendy with its handkerchief hemline and deep V neckline.  Ghee has cleverly etched the subtle pattern of a  peony in silk -- it has the softest sheen -- Mr. X loved the artistry of this.  Peony is made for mesh bodies only and includes: Maitreya Lara, Slink Physique, Slink Hourglass, TMP.

As the flower... Peonies are pretty amazing as these ruffled beauties are able to bloom each spring for more than 100 years!  And this dress... with all the  options well you will enjoy it for whatever  SL life equated to ...  RL  for me... it is  easy breezy spring go to.... and yes, I am loving the  sunset.... so is Mr. X --hint... to get to Mr. X put on  a sunset and a  tad of   wine or whatever wear this and ... you may find  the delight of your own  MR. X!

Don't miss out on the matching new shoes by  Ghee called the Ghee Curve Appeal Heels.
Rocking one of the season's hottest footwear trends, the curved heel, Ghee's Curve Appeal Heels come with a texture HUD for the metal parts. In 10 shades to coordinate with the Peony Dress.  The shoes are for Rigged mesh. Slink High, Belleza and Maitreya feet sizes included.

Add the Chunky Beads Necklace that is all the rage on the runways and you are good to go! This chunky necklace comes with a texture HUD with 12 color options for the cord, small and large beads - giving you endless possibilities for personalisation.

Wearing: Ghee  exclusive @ Designers  Showcase thru  4/34 -

LM : http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Corrupted%20Innocence/142/15/24

Outfit: Ghee   Dress - Peony in  flame and porcelain and dawn
Shoes - Ghee - Ghee Curve Appeal Heels
Necklace - Ghee -  Chunky Beads Necklace (16L)

Ghee LM http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Qeestein/32/224/1501

Hair - Emo-tions -  Stella - Reds
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hells%20End/128/128/2