Memories are made of this...

This was one of the first dance clubs I attended when I first came into SL. Wow, how nice to rediscover it again. The Blue Note Retro Jazz Lounge ~  I was so new I had stars in my eyes. The music, the ball gowns, the men in their tuxedos, everything seemed to be so romantically perfect.  LOL that was before I really learned what the ups and downs of SL were all about.

We have been searching for an outfit today for a Retro blog, word came down from head office (Q) she wanted  retro....So of course, when the boss speaks we "jump"....this is where we are at the moment 0==( OLD TIME PRIMS )==0 VINTAGE & RETRO FASHION  truly an amazing retail outlet.

We are looking for a rose tattoo... it seems that "back then" the "wild" one wore tats. We already found hair, but who knows, we might have to take Q's "purse' away from her. This place has everything you can think of, hair, skins, shapes, eyes, of course clothes.  For the role play on the depression sim, this is the place to shop.  Remember this poodle hairstyle!!!!

Oh no... is that Q hiding in that vintage car !! What is she up to now.. that is not her car.

The car is owned by the owner of the shop we were in, someone get her out of there.  Geesh...  There is actually a whole community of vendors in the historical market.  You can see Q looking into the seamstress's shop (Curious Seamstress) where you can find historically correct fashions, and next to that is a jewelry shop. There is so much to see and explore just in this location.  0==( VINTAGE RETRO )==0 HISTORICAL MARKET STREET,

We found pill box hats, glasses,hair, jewelry, nylon stockings, shoes, poodle skirts,corsets and fashion and casual clothing, no rose tattoo, We will have to save that for another time.

You want something different?  Like character.. and want to really be someone that develops the person he/she is role playing.. you gotta check this  shop out.

*GLITTER* by Shine Messner

We have come across *GLITTER* before in our travels, but recently we got to see more of Shine's work, and were very taken with two outfits that really stood out. Creating fashion is a "art"  we hope you like the presentation of two of what we think  are super fun..  Keep in mind that Valentines day is just around the corner.

*GLITTER* Femme Lingerie red

*GLITTER* Yummy Chocoate
Our model in these pictures is the lovely karina from Anna Shapes, she is still wearing the Belleza Noel Spring skin, Shoes are Felicity's Vanya Barbies.

Pictures were taken at Gates of Destiny,
Here is you taxi to GLITTER MAINSTORE
Hair, both pictures from :::Tukinowaguma Hair Style::, Ohana

Exotic and chic

Saved this little number till the end.  This darling little dress (Ganesha Palace) from the fashion house B!ASTA is very multi purpose.  We have chosen to show it to you in a tres chic layout, but it can be dressed with jeans and clogs or high heels for a totally different look. Currently can be found at the Designer Circle.  We accented it here with the jewelry we featured a few blogs back from [Modern Couture].

The to die for over the knee boots are from R2 Fashion (designer rei2 Aya), if you are not familiar with R2 Fashion now might be the time to check them out. R2 fashion, Skins, Female Skins, Shape, Eyes, Woman Skins, Female shoes, Pumps, Japan, Japanese Skin, Sculpted shoes

R2 fashion main store, Love Soul

model - Katrina from Anna Shapes Anna Shapes [Amarelo Manga]

skin & makeup - Belleza - noel spring skin -love the eyes on this one

hair- Tukinowaguma - Kristin   brown/red  ::Tukinowaguma Hair Style::,

B!ASTA is in this current round of Designer Circle .taxi in sidebar

Phantom Rose

Today we are taking you to  The Graveyard, Phantom Rose this interesting themed location was perfect for our photo shoot of today's Designer Circle outfit.  The Phantom Rose consists of  castles, rentals, goth vampire, horse trails,boating,swimming,riding, RP.  There is even dancing, a unique place for a visit if you enjoy gothic romances, whether it be Daphne duMarier, Anne Rice, Phantom of the Opera or vampire.  There is an active Opera House with events on Sundays.  The Opera House plays classical music 24/7.

This sexy little number is from E-Clipse it has several components to it, so you can wear it a couple of different ways, however, the total look is rather fetching.  Black is always head turning. Designer Circle is in its last week so don't daddle if you haven't been yet, what are you waiting for? Limo in side bar

Jewelry -Skull Gothic cross necklace,bracelet and earrings *Glitter Fashion

Hair- Ploom -Asch -streaked - it was a Halloween edition, comes with a hud to change not only the streak, but the hair color itself.

Make up - Tuty's Lucine Gothic it was being offered as a freebie.  this might give you the incentive to get down to Tuty's to check them out. They  have so much more to offer, not only skins/shapes.  limo in side bar

Shoes- Felicity 'Vanya stilettos, black leather.  Back a few posts you will see the number of colors this shoe is offered in.

Our model today was Katrina from Anna Shapes (you will find her at Anna Shapes main store)  Anna Shapes does have a shape at the Designer Circle now, and if you hurry, you'll get it at a much discounted price.

and yes.... that is a skull on the tank top

a closer look at TOC

Since we didn't get to spend too much time at The Open Closet Event  we sent Lady Jan back this morning for another more indepth look.  She went prepared with lindens, this is the look she came back with.

Tamara Top in a lovely pastel green Klepsydra    65L
Dayce Paggy Pants - LIKE Designs -copper         75L
HollyHood Madre boot   brown snake                 65L

Xsa  already had her oufit ready for blogging this week-end but went to have a look, She too has now joined the TOC group for further updates.  Her purchase was from 7Five  Leather jacket in white    45L  nore that the fatpack of this great jacket is only 75L

poses/backdrop - KaTink
jeans and boots - Shoenique -love me (a top and bolero not shown)
hair - [e] Mood -red 04
Xsa's shape - LeLutka Jade
Skin/makeup- Essences - Emma gift doux brown
T shirt - Eyfura - hot pink 

The Open Closet Event

Our Asia found a new discount location for us to explore.  The Open Closet Event ,  The Open Closet is a biweekly discount event where dozens of designers come together to bring you high quality designs at rock bottom prices. Sale prices range from L$35 - L$75!!! A new round begins every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.

Nice variety of merchandise to pick from. Jewelry set from Modern Couture,was very reasonably priced. Looks great with the Secret Wednesday special from Snowpaws

The earrings are super fab, they can be worn anytime.  Great value.  The shoes come from the 10L discount floor at Shoenique

LIKE Designs has a display of 12 different pairs of funky pants @ 75L a pair, if you know their regular retail you'll hustle down and pick out a pair.

AsHmOoT Fashion has a sexy denim outfit - Doll collection, part of which is a very intimate top for only 45L

LG Liv  Glam is offering up some great specials too.  67 different outfits to choose from.  With LG it is always "tres chic" ..oh no.. you are in trouble now, we turned a corner and 6 more vendor boards for LG  one demo collected to be tried after this assignment.  Couldn't resist.

We found the event for you, support these designers, taxi on down and check out the goodies.

hair- EMO-tions - Brooklyn naturals

model -Tuty's

Dare and double dare.....

We had a lot of fun visiting a new club xX The FreakShow Xx,  not everyone likes the same ho hum.. =^_^= our model today was up for the adventure. This is what the owners of the club have to say about their build. We are Back! We welcome you, freak or not. A place to hangout, dance, and do whatever we want.  psytrance goa industrial rock alternative progressive indie chill ambient Dubstep LGBT & Furry friendly

With our lovely model  having so much fun, we took more pictures then we usually would, so there are pictures on flickr - taxi in sidebar.
Roza jacket - [[Masoom]]  Designer Circle  - taxi in sidebar
Nicandra Aqua turtle nexk mini dress -Kanou - Designer Circle
Leggings - 1 Hundred  Warm me up in black

model- MiaSnow shape - Darlin Shorty
make up-skin- Style by Kira - Giade skin 01A opt 2
eyes- Amacci - Sappphire eyes -18 -big
Boots - Shoenique -Rosielee black
hair - Felicity  Calico Ingmann Creations