A Perfect Color - Red

I've read across several different blogs that simply picking a color and searching on it can inspire some great outfits. Since that matches my "mix and match" philosophy on Second Life fashion and I was also in a serious RED (yep, all caps) mood, it seemed like a great idea. I decided to do at least one casual look, at least one evening look and then the third could be whatever the pieces leant themselves to merging into. I also eliminated outfits that had been blogged about recently.

I had a great time pulling together a few outfits and playing around with the studio controls and came up with three "ready to go" outfits. The first outfit I happened to have acquired earlier today - Cachet's Garbage Dress, which comes with 5 different belt colors including - neon red. I love the slim upper body combined with the puffy bubble skirt and bright cinch belt. Certainly evening wear with an edge. Maitreya's Verve Pumps (red) are a perfect match for the belt. I also have to say that this was my favorite picture of the bunch.

The second outfit is pure casual with Maitreya's Dune Boots (red), X2 Gothica's Dress Shirt (red) with the Hell and Back Light jeans from The Abyss. In retrospect, I should have tried black jeans or leather pants as well since the jewelry is Earthstones Yin Yang Red Jasper/Onyx, but I liked the final look anyway. Finally, I dug into the Canimal folder and pulled out the Rocker Jacket (stripey red) and one of my favorites, the Black Lace skirt. I tried several pairs of shoe and boots and they all looked terrific with this, but when I put on the ::69:: Succubus Pumps (Dark Cherry) I knew I had the perfect pair for the picture.

So, there you have it - red, red and more red. Which is what I have - tons more red. This might be a post idea that I need to revisit on a semi regular basis, just to keep things fresh.
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Top left:
Outfit - Garbage by Cachet
Shoes - Verve Pumps (red) by Maitreya

Center right:
Shirt -Dress Shirt (Red) by X2 Gothica
Jeans - Hell and Back Jeans Light by The Abyss
Boots - Dune Boots (red) by Maitreya

Bottom left:
Top - Rocker Jacket (stripey red) by Canimal
Skirt - Black Lace Skirt by Canimal
Shoes - Succubus Pumps (Dark Cherry) by ::69::

All pictures:
Jewelry - Yin Yang Set (Red Jasper/Onyx) by EarthStones
Skin - S5 Medium Diva by Tuli
Tattoo - Gecko Tattoo by *Mu Mei Do*
Hair - The Poynter by Armidi

AnnaH - Paris Shorts

I read the notice about the sale ending at AnnaH and decided to wander over and see what my slim Lindens could purchase. Always on the hunt for a black pant with that "something" that sets it apart from all the other black pants, I knew I was buying them the second I saw the Paris Shorts. I love the mid-knee length and the prim bell shaped cuffs combined with a detailed double side button waist. It must be a sign of spring that I'm finding myself drawn to shorter length pants and skirts lately - even if they are black.

The shorts look terrific with heels or ankle boots, though they are a bit awkward with a knee boot, due to the length (a pair of dark tights would probably fix this right up). The texture and tone are very soft, so it sets off almost any top perfectly, with the shape being the focal point. I picked up mine for L$50 at the sale, regularly priced at L$75 - but these would still be a deal for double the price.

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For a pair of black pants that don't fade into the background, take a trip to AnnaH Couture.

On the Left:

Shirt - Shirt H3 (Blue) by Cubic Effect

Shorts - Paris Shorts by AnnaH

Shoes - Bitch Booties (black/black) by Stiletto Moody

On the Right:

Shirt - Red Sweater Set by DE Designs

Shorts - Paris Shorts by AnnaH

Shoes - Succubus Pumps (Dark Cherry) by ::69::

Icing - Puma Jie Skirt

Yes, I know everyone on the planet is blogging this outfit - because it deserves it. I've always been a fan of the form fitting skirt and this is absolutely one of the best I've seen. A new release from Icing, I saw it when I went back to pick up the similarly styled Study Date outfit and simply couldn't resist grabbing this one. Now, I don't own a "dress shape" since, well, women should be shaped like women, in my opinion. Many times that leaves me looking at the rear view and wondering exactly how much junk there really is in that trunk - not so with this skirt. It looks like it was built for me - as do almost all of Icing's vintage inspired outfits.

At L$295, it's a bargain just for the skirt, but don't forget the perfectly fitted and beautifully textured red blouse that comes with it - and the puffy little prim sleeves balance the curves and the simplicity of the skirt to a T. Want something a bit more risque? Slip into the ladies room and make a few quick adjustments - one more button undone, a hint of ink peeking out of the blouse, an extra inch on the heels. Try a simple shirt with an enticing degree of sheerness and an edgy pair of stilettos and you will turn heads as you cut through a sea of floating taffeta and swirling lace.

For a modern version of a vintage flashback, visit the Icing Main Store at Mischief.

On the left:

Outfit - Puma Jie by Icing

Shoes - Succubus Pumps by ::69::

On the right:

Shirt - Open Button White (20% sheer) by X2

Skirt - Puma Jie by Icing

Shoes - Barbed Wire Stilettos by Sentou Yousei

DE Designs - Intruder Jacket

Looking for something with a lot of metal, a lot of detail and a lot of flexibility? Wondering if I ever wear anything with colors in it? Well, here's the answer to both questions in one post. The DE Designs Intruder set is all about both and the jacket layer can be worn with the outfit and accompanying bra or with jeans, leather, latex, skirts, pants, or shorts. And for those "His & Hers" parties - there is a men's version as well. (Yes, I love this pose and I'm playing with it like a shiny new toy...)

The set comes with 6 pieces - the jacket and bra (which look great together or alone), gloves and three pants in red (long in two layers for versatility and a pair of shorts). All versions of the pants have a gorgeously detailed belt built in and have enough going on themselves to not be overwhelmed by the jacket. If you happen to have a wardrobe heavy on black (whistles and looks innocent) you can mix and match all day long with the various parts of this set.

At first glance it seems that your shoe options are limited to ankle boots, but don't be fooled - pair the shorts with a pair of pumps with personality and you have an outfit that will make you the center of attention at any party - public or private. The set sells for L$375 and comes in three colors - the red I positively love as well as black and brown. There is also a "Buy 2, Get 1 Free" pack for L$750 that I deeply regret not buying straight off with all three colors in it

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To own your own little piece of Road Warrior heaven, visit the DE Designs Main Store.

On the left:

Outfit - DE Intruder by DE Designs

Shoes - Succubus Pumps (Dark Cherry) by ::69::

On the right:

Jacket - DE Intruder Jacket by DE Designs

Pants - Fatima Leather Pants by Last Call

Shoes - Thetis by Dark Eden