Getting into that Feral Spirit
Ladies, if you’re looking to try something new that is sure to turn heads, whether you’re wearing it out for a contest at a club, whether you’re roleplaying in a Gorean sim, or whether you’re just looking for something naughty to hang around the treehouse in, take a look at what the Panther Grrrls wear.
And if you’re looking for what the Panthers wear, you absolutely have to go see Feral Spirit, because that is home to some of the best prim clothes I’ve ever seen, period. Owner and designer (and omg what a gorgeous model!) Melanie Jaehun really really really works the prims and textures and designs to bring you clothing that is incredible.
Aside from having inspected it myself, here’s how I know. I’m hanging out in a casual conversation with my friend Amira Footman, who has exquisite taste. I put on the outfit you see above, which Melanie had just sent over. Says Amira, who on occasion has prowled the forests, “I think I have that same outfit in a different color!” How’s that for a testimonial? I only know one sometime Panther Girl well enough to hang out with and she actually has the outfit I’m reviewing. (That’s her on the left in the picture, btw). Seriously, Feral Spirit is the shiz.
The outfit in question is called Capere and it comes with all that you see (Boots, forearm, arm and thigh guards and bracers, top and bottom) for L$800. It comes in four styles, you see Forest on Amira and I’m wearing Winter.
But wait, there’s more!
Since all of Melanie’s clothing is 100% made of prims, one might think there would be a problem with sizing, right?
No way. Feral Spirit has that covered. In what is the coolest thing I’ve seen in clothing yet, you can click one of the pieces of clothing and then get a pop up menu that will automatically resize the clothes however you so command. If your top is too big, you can reduce the whole top, or do it prim by prim, with just the click of a button. It’s really idiot proof, and as everyone will attest, I’m an actual idiot and I resized Capere without any trouble at all.
In the second picture you see Feral Spirit’s latest design, Sa’ng-Fori. I really love this one a lot. A very simple leather thong (again, all prim!) and sling top, and some simple leggings and arm decor. Sa’ng-Fori sells for L$700, and comes in 5 styles. In the picture I’m wearing the one called Forest.
Get on over to Feral Spirit and let your inner Panther roar a bit, you’ll be glad you did.
Dark Eden Phobos2 Set
I think I’ve found a new-to-me piece of latex and leather heaven! I have heard of Dark Eden and designer Etain Peregrine, but had yet to visit the store I’m embarrassed to admit. I am so glad I did today! I picked up this fabulous ensemble called Phobos2 in red and I’ll I could say was Eureka! This is one kick-butt outfit. It has just about everything you could need for some good old fashioned dominatrix action. I wonder if I could get hubby to pick up the dry cleaning if I wear this one..hmm, but I digress. The texturing of the of the lace up latex halter and thong underwear is exquisite as are the very realistic buckles on the arms. The leather of the of the belt and neck prims is equally wonderfully done. To top it all off you get a head-turning set of latex stockings AND boots. All this for a mere 300L! Did I mention you get boots with it too?
Fringe Fashion at its Best!
This is the inimitable Rug Halberd in the photo here. She wore this astounding outfit at her fabulously seedy club Rug’s Boom Boom Blue the other night and I was curious about it, so I asked where she got it. When she couldn’t tell me, I thought she was being coy, but as it turns out this ensemble was put together painstakingly using a lot of wonderful designer creations. I thought to myself, “really.. how many different items could she POSSIBLY be wearing?”. Well, she definitely puts yours truly to shame and Ms. Halberd is clearly one of the most creative fashionistas out there in my estimation. Get comfortable, here’s how it goes in Rug’s own words:
Got Schoolgirl?
With back-to-school shopping on people’s minds in a lot of real life places, I thought that the time might be right to do a little sexy back-to-school shopping in Second Life, and in my book (which I’ll cover with a paper bag book cover when I get home) that means we need to do some shopping for schoolgirl outfits. Today I’ll look at two stores, Freak Boutique and Haxworx. (Oh, and the bag you see in the second picture comes from another shop, Tori-Wear).
Freak Boutique in Stadtrand specializes in schoolgirl costumes. I was lucky enough to wander into the place when owner and designer Jenika Connolly was rearranging some of her displays to make room for a new line of cheerleader uniforms, and what a wonderful person and talented designer she is! (And look for me to go back for a future update on those cheerleader kits, wow!)
Now, in the pictures you see a lot of what Freak Boutique has to offer. The top picture shows one of four “complete” outfits that Jenika offers, and if you’re in a hurry to put together a sexy schoolgirl outfit, I recommend it highly. The “complete” collection I chose is called Monday Blues, and it really is a sweet deal if you want a well made and ready to go schoolgirl look, or even the individual pieces that make it. For just L$500, you get everything you see in the top picture, (including the shoes!) as well as a cool scripted notebook and pen set that only show up when you’re writing, so that you appear to be dutifully taking notes as you type.
The cool thing about Freak Boutique though, is that if you have the time to shop and are looking to put together something hot, Jenika sells the separates that can help. In the second picture, I’m wearing the School Daze button up blouse in charcoal (L$75) over the demi-bra (L$50) with the School Daze belted fishnet mini-skirt in faded blue (L$100). The socks, shoes, necktie, cool scripted notebook and pen- all of it is sold separately and all of it comes in like twenty-plus color combinations- yes, it’s like mix and match heaven! I am wearing, in fact the white blouse from the combination set as I write this with jeans and a sweater and look fantastic. (You may want to be sure you have a nice bra handy to go under or a sweater to go over, however, as it is a bit sheer). Go take a look at Freak Boutique, fun stuff to scratch your schoolgirl itch.
Before I move on to a totally different type of schoolgirl, let me point out the cute bag I’m wearing in the second picture- it’s a new line of bags from Tori-Wear in Ku that I thought would go very well with the schoolgirl look. The bag is just L$100 and comes with three different poses for you avatar to hold the bag (shoulder, arm and hand). It comes in several variations of color and pattern and I lurvs it.
For a lot of people, the idea of a schoolgirl costume evokes images of the traditional Catholic School Girl Uniform which begins with some sort of plaid skirt and goes from there; exactly the sort of thing that Freak Boutique specializes in. For others, however, a whole different culture comes to mind; the Japanese style school uniform. Haxworx is a store that specializes in Japanese school uniforms, and if you are interested in dressing up like one, this really is the store you have to see. Haxworx has several locations around Second Life, but their main store is in Crescent.
In my brief Second Life, I’ve tended to gravitate toward what I call the “Fashiony” stores that get blogged by everyone. I have a bunch of friends, though, that spend their SL hours in various roleplay or “Cosplay” (Costume Play) environments. Clothing from stores that cater to roleplay and Cosplay can vary from omg! to awful, so you have to beware, but some, like Haxworx, are truly hidden gems of SL. In the picture you see me in the black schoolgirl outfit, which is just a variation of the more traditional white and blue uniform. The outfit includes flexi prim attachments for the scarf and back flap, prim socks (as well as regular socks), shoes and the skirt itself, all for just L$250!
Haxworx owner and designer Beware Hax is not going for anything overtly sexual with his clothing, he is simply making authentic looking Japanese school uniforms. If you’re looking to sex it up for a “Best Schoolgirl” contest, I think his tops could mix beautifully with the skirts from a place like Freak Boutique, and his prices are such that you can walk away with a whole outfit for less than some stores charge for tops or jeans.
Another thing I’ve learned from my Cosplay and Roleplay friends is that a lot of the designers who make stuff for them build some pretty cool things into the clothes and gadgets. Haxworx skirts, for example, are scripted so that you can set the length with a typed command. In the first picture I’ve shortened the length of the skirt and left it alone in the second picture. And how cool is the outfit in the second picture? It’s a replica of anime character Iori Yoshizuki’s uniform, and comes with all you see for just L$300.
Do go take a look at Freak Boutique and Haxworx (and don’t forget a bag from Tori-Wear!). I’ll be keeping my eyes open for more schoolgirl outfits throughout August and September, so check back in here for more, or if you know of a great shop that has something I simply must wear for the first day of school, send me an IM!
For those who note such things: the hair in pictures one and two is a freebie/dollarbie from Gurl 6. The hair in pictures three and four was a freebie from Uncle Web Studio. The skin in the first two is an Eloh Eliot Mod I did myself (IM me if you want a copy) and the skin in pictures three and four is an Eloh Mod available at SYD.
CREATiVE DECADENCE
I like finding new places. New places that sell nice things are especially fun. New places that sell nice boots make me fall to my knees in a state of demented worship.
CREATiVE DECADENCE isn’t entirely new to me: I reviewed some boots from this store a while back on my personal blog* and have to say that Metal Gynoid’s skill has significantly improved since. Not that there’s anything wrong with my Slick ‘N’ Wickeds, but for something a little more detailed and adventurous, the newest additions really have to be considered.
The Dragonblade Thigh High boots cater entirely for your inner dom. The thigh highs sit on a slight platform base, with relatively low spike heel. 
Steel banding secures the foot above the rounded toe and in front of the heel, with buckled straps loose to the ankle and binding the upper and lower legs. Lightly curved spikes protrude on either side to ensure everyone keeps a healthy distance. Centred at the front on a layered lunette, strutted and spiked to the sides, there are dragon-head medallions to provide a focal point. To finish, you’ll find a pair of matching daggers sheathed to the side of the upper thigh, the hilt of each adorned with a meshwork of metal, melding into the guard which is neatly inlaid with a blue gemstone.
The boots come complete with hand daggers in the same style for all your sadistic pleasures: scripting on the boots allows for you to draw your blades, with appropriate pose. Very smooth.
Metal also sent me a sneak preview for a flat version of this style: they include some very clever scripting that allows for release of a toe-spike on a voice command, plus an armoured/no armoured option to the front of the boot. This feature kept me amused for many minutes: eventually I thought I’d show off, and pulled on a leather catsuit to hit the streets. Of course, I got an ample number of “Hey Sexy” IMs to indicate that these are indeed as attention grabbing as I had predicted.
It isn’t just boots that make a girl happy: futuristic armour which offers little more body coverage than your average fig leaf also does it for me. Enter then Battlequeen Armour, the answer to my naughty prayers.
I adore this. I love the way it works around my curves, amplifying, propping and generally promoting in all the right places. Its gentle arcs are extremely complimentary, contrasting with the spiked ends that lay in almost antler formation to the front, with side talons that bend inward as though to kiss the skin. If that wasn’t enough to keep your admirers completely occupied, a disk of red light moves in mesmeric circles to the front: you’ll really have to excuse anyone who has a conversation with your chest, as with this for an excuse they simply won’t be able to help themselves.
The lower coverage really isn’t very modest, but it keeps well with the tone; jutting spear heads flank the triangular kitty-keeper, with side bands curving gently to an onyx cabochon at the rear, and dropping to… well, your naked backside, as it happens. I’m sure no one in the vicinity will be complaining: just stay away from those PG sims.
(Shoes are available separately from the talented Storm Schmooz.)
If you fancy yourself a little piece of CREATiVE DECADENCE, you can pick up the boots for $525L and the armour set for a reasonable $475L. There’s more in store, so get yourself over there and have a good look around.
* (Jaime has kindly put Idiosyncrasy on the blogroll, so you can come visit. /End shameless plug.)
Walk Like an Egyptian
Sometimes I get a chance to live a dream and when I got offered Akhu by Rfyre i knew my dream of being Cleopatra would be realized.
For a woman who said “Celerity is never more admired than by the negligent” and “I will not be triumphed over” she remains a fascinating person. This outfit is a stunning way to enjoy the feel of ancient Egypt without having to worry about killing yourself with an asp. Comprised of a top , a prim skirt, a prim jeweled headdress and collar, Prim hair, halter on undershirt layer, a basic shirt,that has just a hint of whats underneath and prim arm bands. Selling at L$700 , you actually can hear the Nile in the background.
I was so enthused with this outfit that i was transported back in time to when she was the last the last Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. Rumor has it a male version is in the works for your own private rendition of Egyptology.
Visions of henna and the romance will fill you wearing this outfit.
KC Fashions – Deliver us some sexy
This doesn’t need an introduction. Heck, it probably doesn’t even need a write up, although naturally I’m going to give it one. Say hello to ‘Deliverence’ from KC Fashions, a multiple part set that comes together to form a seriously erotic bodysuit.
I couldn’t show you all the pieces in all their variations without spamming the blog with pictures, so I’m modelling this in its fullest. The jacket and pants have the option of being opaque, but really, that doesn’t do this outfit any justice at all. I adore the cutouts front, back and sides – paired with the underlayers it makes this outfit absolutely smoking hot.
The high neck runs with stud button fastening, the skin tight top gathering to the close, opening beneath to cutout sections overlaid with transparent latex. Tendrils of the undershirt wind below, a scrolling frame to suggest modesty although not fully providing it. Embossed glyphs top either sleeve, mirrored on the front of the trousers; the patterning is picked up in the chunky belt that locks around the waist, a welcome accessory that fits the look just perfectly. To the legs, you’ll find more openings on the hips and on the inner thigh, offering glimpses of the set stockings which run similar keyhole details down their length, evidenced here to the base (I’d normally favour boots with this outfit, but I thought you might like a peek).
The light catches convincingly, little inflections in the tone and shifts in the material bringing this whole thing to life. What’s more, it comes in other delectable colours, making me want to buy one of each… oh yes, they’re that nice.
While this is definitely my favourite of KCs newest releases, it’s not the only thing in store that demands attention.
‘Radiance’ is difficult to overlook: it rather screams “Look at me!” from every angle. The drama of it is exaggerated by the flowing chain mail cloak with bulging pauldrons and spiked neckpiece. Worn with or without, you can still be sure to cause a scene wherever you go in this fantastic outfit.
Again there are various layers provided, so you can dress as modestly or immodestly as you like. Quite honestly, you don’t need to bare all for this to be sexy; the chain undercoat and trouser pieces look very elegant (amazingly so for body armour) although the superimposed latticework is extremely artful and really does make this outfit. Cutout sections all over give a wonderful contrast to the flesh – I imagine this would look especially good on a darker skin – with two skirt options to suit your mood. Either an open fronted chain panel skirt with double banded belt, or a draped length of silver link to front and back, suspended by a silver waist piece. Again, these may work best with boots, but I wanted to show you the whole of each leg (and get out these sparklies from Storm Schmooz).
Last but by no means least, we have ‘Solaris’. If you buy it for no other reason, note that it has massive potential for costume parties: the floor-length cape is constructed from loose link metal hoops and is supremely dramatic, falling from sloped shoulders that connect to the front with a serpent-embossed medallion.
Layering options allow for increased transparency in the chain areas, or maximum opacity wherever you see fit. Of course you can take bits off to your heart’s content for some minimalistic glamour – think chainmail silks (see the store ads for more pictures… they’re delicious). The armoured undershirt collars high up the neck and runs into gloves for an all-concealing fit. Atop this, the triple buckle leather shirt sits tight, generously open to front and back with further buckle details both sides to ensure everything’s locked in place.
The skirting options are similar to Radiance, featuring metal-edged belts set with link chain and a winged serpent on the buckle. These sit well over the neatly trimmed trousers that bear angled panels to reveal more mail beneath. The matching booties do come as part of the set, which makes a great addition and finishes everything perfectly: it also saves you agonising as to what on earth to cover your toes with.
These may be some of Kittrannia Cassini’s newer releases, but are certainly not the only ones worthy of note. Drop by yourself and have a look at the selection: seriously sexy, ladies, I promise.
Deliverence, $425L ; Radiance, $650L ; Solaris, $725L
Stygian Silks, Gen 3
Here’s a great line of silks, especially for those Goddesses and Amazons out there looking for something a little more substantial than traditional slave silks. The Gen3 silks from Stygian are something you’ll want to look at.
The way they are sold is really quite clever I might add. You buy the basic outfit for L$900. In addition to the outfit, which is beautifully made and 100% prim, you get the HUD, which allows the user to change the colors of the silks. Black and white come already loaded, and when you purchase your set you have the choice of a couple of trim options. You can then purchase extra colors for your hud (L$300 a color or all 14 for L$2000). The hud will also work on other of Madlax Stygian’s Gen 3 products as well.
The silks are as I said entirely prim and this is the second Stygian outfit I’ve had that fit me perfectly right out of the box! The craftmanship and detail in the prim pieces is excellent. As I said, this is a regal and substantial set of silks worthy of a Goddess or Queen.
Now, my faithful subjects, I must go.
The Lair
When looking at silks from now on, be sure to include The Lair in your hunt. In fact, as I understand that they are going to start making more mainstream clothing, you may start considering the Lair for more than just silks, but I’m getting ahead of myself. I just got a bunch of things from The Lair, so look for some of them over the next couple of days.
Such as the outfit to the left; the Belled Silks Set. The detail in the primwork is incredible, giving you very fine and delicate prim clothing. The set includes the top, several lengths of the skirt, earrings, anklets, the belly jewelry and circlet tiara. There is a panty thong, everything else is prim work. It also includes an invisible prim you can attach to yourself for a bell sound, as the jewelry and accents are little bells. Remove the prim to silence the bells.
It took some doing to get the sizing right, and truly adjusting it perfectly is for the experienced SLer only, but the results are worth it. This is something that, when worn well, people will ask you about. The set is L$1000 and comes in a dizzying number of colors and accent combinations.
The Belled set is scripted with Sensations interactivity, so it can be clicked by you, or someone else, and have descriptions appear on the screen as they fly off your body, so you’ll want to be aware of that before your first party. (Sensations scripts are reasonably easy to turn off and on).
Watch this space for more from The Lair.
Huntress from Stygian
On a tip from a friend I dropped by Stygian to check out their silks. I was not disappointed and I think you will be pleased with what I have to show you. First, today I wanted to bring you this incredible outfit in the style of a Panther Girl which mixes leather, feathers and fine craftmanship to produce an incredibly sexy little number that you’ll love. The most incredible part is that it’s all done with prims!
This is called Huntress Gear, and it comes in several colors. For a mere L$400 you get it all- boots, arm guards, cloak, feathered loin cover and top. (Some of the pieces are sold as separates if you don’t want the whole kit, I believe it’s L$100 or less for most of the individual pieces). I find the pieces to be well made and the textures to be excellent. Don’t be mislead by the photographs on the ads in the store itself, they don’t do the quality of this stuff justice.
You’ll see more here from Stygian in the next couple of days I suspect. I want to take a look at their Gen 3 silks, (the item I went to take a look at in the first place!) and if they’re anything like this wonderful Huntress set, I won’t be taking Stygian silks off anytime soon.
