[Hair Fair] 2014

Hair Fair 2014 is about to open, and I've spent all day getting the inside scoop on this year's finds!  I was in hair heaven looking through all the shops and loving this year's trends.  Some of the top trends include braids, tousled waves and epic couture styles.

[Braids&Tails]

No hair wardrobe is complete without the perfect braided 'do.  I have to say Lelutka nailed it this year with their side swept plaits.  Another front runner was the pigtail braids from Tram.  A new to me brand, elua, really impressed me with their low ponytail.

[Streetwear&Rainbows]

I loved all the rainbow hues available this year! Tons of options and people really are pushing the envelope with color theory and hair texturing.  I did a bit of mix&match dye job with Lamb since this style is in 2 parts. And you MUST pick up the FREEBIE from (red)Mint.

[Long&Flowey]

One can never have too many long and flowey straight styles and the ones from LoQ'ue, Lamb and Mina are beyond heavenly.  I really loved their natural tones and the loose slightly tousled style.

[Couture&Golden]

The cherry on top this year for me was the really adventurous couture hairstyles.  I fell in LOVE with the geisha-esque style from [sYs], the fans are color change and I must have spent an hour playing with all of the options.  Another winner of course was the amazing couture collection from Miamai, I could have blown my entire budget just in their shop.  Lelutka also won out with their frizzy-wide look. It will a perfect topper to edge out any look.

Of course this was a long post and I hope you will dive further for the details. Hair Fair '14 opens 7/12/14.  Get your HAIR FAIR links HERE!

Be safe out there my little fashionistas! The world is full of great finds,  shop responsibly!

Happy Shopping!

Love, Vi

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Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

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[Shoetopia '13]

SHOETOPIA 2013 opens to the public November 15, 2013. This event is guaranteed to make even the most reluctant shopper go crazy.  You'll be able to take a walk in the clouds while shopping in 'shoe heaven.'  Hope they will be accepting bad girls this year because shoes are my addiction and I'm ready to go on a binge!!

SHOETOPIA 2013, The long awaited return of the 'premiere shoe event' in Second Life is set to open on Friday, November 15th, 2013.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Press Contact: Anessa Stine

November 12, 2013 — Announced way back in January of this year, SHOETOPIA is the reincarnation of the most popular footwear event in Second Life, SHOE FAIR, which has been missing in action since June 2011. Now, almost 10 months since it was announced, SHOETOPIA 2013 is set to open on the 15th of this month with an ethereal build by Artist Rebeca Bashly, that promises to have you in Shoe Heaven! Excited designers and shoe lovers alike, have delighted at the promise of a 'New Kind of Shoe Fair', and the anticipation has been building steadily as opening day draws closer.

Conceived by long time Event Coordinators, Business Managers and Second Life Fashion Bloggers, Sophia Harlow and Anessa Stine, SHOETOPIA is their first collaborative effort combining a mutual love of fashion, respect for ingenuity and quality, and desire to create a memorable and special annual event to fill the void in the Second Life event calendar created when SHOE FAIR failed to take place in 2012. Says Sophia, "When the thought dawned on me that there needed to be a footwear event in Second Life again, there was only one person that I approached. Anessa has always been a 'Shoe Girl', and her creative vision was the perfect compliment to my detail oriented planning skills and excellent relationships with many SL Creators." Both Sophia and Anessa are thankful to the many volunteers who are dedicated to making this event a success.

Carrying on the tradition of it predecessor, SHOETOPIA has selected the charity organization Soles4Souls as its 'Sole' beneficiary. This is a charity that touches all shoe lovers, an organization that not only supports those in need domestically, in North America, but also those met with disaster around the world. Says Anessa, "An organization that puts shoes on the feet of underprivileged children so they can attend schools, allows domestic abuse victims to have a second chance at entering the workforce in style, creates jobs in the most needy of communities, and uses the slogan 'every shoe deserves a Second Life', it could not be a more worthy or appropriate organization to benefit from all of our efforts." The timing of SHOETOPIA could not be more advantageous to Soles4Souls, already hard at work preparing to assist those affected by the recent storms in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, each participating designer will be offering up an item that will see 100% of its proceeds go directly to Soles4Souls.

With more than 50 of Second Life's most talented footwear designers, and dozens of incredible contributing gacha designers, there will something for everyone on this stroll through the clouds. Major Sponsors; Slink, Gos Boutique, Just Design and LaRoo, and additional sponsors; ISON, KOSH, lassitude & ennui, House of London, KoiKoi, fri.day, sYs, House of Fox, Glam Affair, G Field, Valiant and ViveNine/Ryvolter, will all be releasing new items at SHOETOPIA, as will each and every one of the participants. Says Anessa, "The response from designers has been so positive, we are overwhelmed by the quality of the footwear at this event."

SHOETOPIA will be pleased to welcome all of you to visit our slice of 'Shoe Heaven' between November 15th and 30th of this year, in what promises to be the first of many 'Shoetopian' events to come!

Official Blog: http://slshoetopia.blogspot.ca/
Official Flickr Group: http://www.flickr.com/groups/shoetopia/

Soles4 Soles Official Site: http://soles4souls.org/

Contacts;
General Inquiries: Anessa Stine and Sophia Harlow
Blogger Manager: Katya Valeska
Gacha Coordinator: Eden Knoller
Team Members: Qopi Resident and Vixie Rayna
Builder: Rebeca Bashly

**Please note: The event is now completely full, and we are no longer accepting blogger applications.
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Stay tuned this week, I'll have some more great previews from Shoetopia 2013 !

Be safe out there my little fashionistas! The world is full of great finds, shop responsibly!

Happy Shoetopia 2013!

Love, Vi

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Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

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[Hair Fair] 2013 Part II

Sassy & Attitude

 More coverage from love&fashion BLOG for Hair Fair 2013! Keeping up with the trends of releases has been so much fun. Lots of new styles that fit any mood, like sassy attitude, fierce alternative and girly poshness.

Urban & Fierce

I really fell in love with a few hairs one being an amazing FREEBIE from Emotions, the color options of ISON, and the collection of edgy shaved styles from Adoness.  With all of the really fabulous releases, it was hard to choose. So, I'm really just hitting the highlights here.  If anyone leaves Hair Fair with a linden to their name, I'll be shocked!

Girlie & Posh

Hair Fair is open to the public - if you want to plan ahead, it's probably a good idea to check out the DEMO group so you can map your attack!  Check out the Hair Fair blog for more details. Tons of proceeds from Hair Fair go directly to the Wigs for Kids charity! Shop PEOPLE!

*All photos are completely RAW/unedited from SL - only cropped and placed in layout. 

Be safe out there my little fashionistas! The world is full of great finds, shop responsibly!

Happy Shopping!

Love, Vi

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Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

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[Can't Stop]

 Mice are invading Second Life® courtesy of the uber talented Systi and Syane Cisse, designer duo of [sYs]. The new [MousYs] ClubWear collection launched today with a party at GOL.  It was very cool to see everyone partying with their [MousYs] ears!

 The collection is themed with an alien mice motif in tribal, skulls, union jack and DJ patterns. The sisters outdid themselves. You'll find tanks, tees, jeans, shorts, skirts, dresses, shoes, sunglasses, and necklaces! For girls and guys, there is something for everyone!

Thank you also to the lovely Mavi Beck of MaVie for sending over some fabulous poses that are now available for Lazy Sunday at her Mainstore. 

I was very honored to model and also shoot the collection advertisement featuring the [sYs] models! [Yes, I was in a hot model sandwich - jealous?]

It's been a super busy couple of months but I'm finally getting my groove back! Expect to see more posts coming.  And to all that need some fun music, I'm loving this remix of MIley Cyrus' We Can't Stop ---- TUNEAGE

Be safe out there my little fashionistas! The world is full of great finds, shop responsibly!

Happy Shopping!

Love, Vi

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Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

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Happy Anniversary to [sYs]

Today marks a special day in SL! It's the 3rd Anniversary of [sYs] made up of  the wonderful sisterly design duo Syane and Systi Cisse. To mark this momentous occasion, the sisters have released a full album of music to share.  The brilliantly talented Dantelicia Ethaniel brought the music to life with her imagery and style.

Here is the six song album, XX by [sYs] available for free to stream:

Listen to the full album, XX - HERE
Purchase the album exclusively on iTunes

I wanted to take a few moments to thank the lovely Syane and Systi for being so fabulous generous to me and giving me a home in SL, filled with friendship, love, fashion and MUSIC!  To my sisters in pixels I wish nothing but continued success for many years to come!

In addition to the amazing free book and album the sisters have exclusively offered some FREE fashions to share with their customers!

FREE GIFTS AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY at [sYs] Mainstore - TAXI - (At least at the time of the posting but I'm sure they will disappear quickly!)

Be safe out there my little fashionistas! The world is full of great finds, shop responsibly!

Happy Celebrating!

Love, Vi

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[Isis] for FFL

Fashion For Life 2013 begins March 9th and this year's contributing designers have really wowed us all with their amazing designs!  You'll be a kid in a candy store with the unique fashions and great buys all benefiting the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

The [sYs] design duo of Syane and Systi Cisse put together a cyber-futuristic version of the goddess Isis. The look includes the new Cleo hair, Naomi skin with dynamic make-up with cyber chin jewel that would make even Ramses jealous.   Of course the stunner is a fitted latex gown with animated lights in hieroglyphics.  It was most difficult to capture the lights in a photo, you'll have to take my word for it's fabulousness!

I love how the sisters take real life fashion inspirations and make it their own!  Check out the Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring 2004 collection from John Galliano for more.

Fashion For Life 2013 opens to the public on March 9th! Be sure to check out my blog for some exclusive sneak peeks to help form your shopping list!

FASHION FOR LIFE 2013

FASHION FOR LIFE 2013 opens to the public at 12pm SLT on March 9th and runs for a whole week.

Visit the 9 sims and see the latest SL styles and accessories, party in the event zones and watch fashion shows produced by a range of top agencies.

FASHION FOR LIFE is helping to raise funds and awareness on behalf of RELAY FOR LIFE, so shop until you drop and help support this good cause.

INTERNATIONAL PLAZA
FFL Flickr Group

Happy FFL 2013!

Love, Vi

Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

Styling Details AFTER The Jump!!

[sYs] It's My Style

Yesterday [sYs] launched the It's My Style PhotoCONTEST!  It should be a great way for all people to share their own personal style.  The prizes are pretty wow too! You can be their featured model in upcoming advertisement marketed in a major magazine, added to the the Blogger pool and of course some hefty gift-card prizes! This contest is for singles, couples, groups, male, female, FURRY! Have fun!

We  all love to showcase what makes us unique, so why not show off a little?  I had my buddy Taylor Wassep join me today for a quick post. We're both wearing our fav Opera jeans from [sYs] with a few of their great accessories.

I just can't wait to see what you all come up with! Be sure to join the contest and SHARE! 

What's your style??

For all the details on the contest, visit the [sYs] mainstore inworld or check out the details on FLICKR.

Happy Contest Time!

Love, Vi

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[Em & Vi] Countdown

The lovely Emlies joins me today to blog the new McQueen Collection from Countdown! We loved the baroque and avant garde flair from this new collection. Of course, we had to do a little mix and match flair!

I love the little teapot bag that Emlies added to her couture look, very couture/casual clash!  With the new antlers and Amberly Petal Edition skin from Glam Affair, I've cornered the market on couture cute! 

See Emlies Version HERE!

Happy Shopping!

Love, Vi & Em

Models (L to R): Emlies Xeltentat and Vixie Rayna
Photographer: Vixie Rayna


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[Origami]

 Today marks the day of the [sYs] Opening Celebration!  Along with great music and gifts there will be a bevy of NEW RELEASES.  One being the stunning ORIGAMI gown.

I love the beautiful folds and structure of the gown, taking inspiration from the aptly titled Christian Dior version it's a masterpiece of mesh design.

All the photos come from the new sim, which is filled with little niches for great photos. I hope you all will be able to come to the event today and see the amazing new sim!

See you at the Opening Celebration TODAY 1.13.13 at 10am!!

TAXI

Happy Shopping!

Love, Vi

Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna


Styling Details AFTER the Jump!

[Future]chic

 

I'm totally excited for the new mainstore opening event that [sYs] is throwing this weekend.  Systi and Syane Cisse, the lovely sisters behind the [sYs] fashion house have been working for months getting the new store together. I've got a couple of sneak peek photos for you here.

The sim is filled with great places to shoot, you can find inspirations for cyber chic to cool modern with a few steps. I had fun playing on the sim! It's closed ATM but will open to the public 1.13.13 with great music by DJ L3to and DJ Phoe!  You'll find new releases, exclusive sales and wonderful gifts for all!

Hope to see you all on Sunday at 10am!! Poke me in-world if you would like an invite!

Love, Vi

Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

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[Sound]system

I'm still in love with the Tee*fy Radios at The ARCADE. Retro fabulousness! Today mine is pumping out vintage punk/ska... "Sound system going to bring me back up, it's the one thing I can depend on!!" - 'Sound System' by Operation Ivy

 Monso released the most amazing new combat boots for Collabor88, and I happily danced around with all the newness. The red leather is perfect to make any outfit pop. With versions for men and women, they're sure to make the masses very happy!

Don't forget to stop by Limited Bazaar at Euphoria this weekend before the limited edition pieces disappear. I really loved this tie tank from CIA. Simply awesome!  Oh and don't forget the With Love Hunt!! It's one of my favorite yearly traditions in SL, and at 10L this Kazakh hat from [sYs] is a mesh marvel!

Another great find at Collabor88 is the new Loire hair from Tableau Vivant. I'm really loving this long flowy style.  I'm not usually a long hair fan but these are very well made, with layered pieces over top of each other but still a straight style with body.

Happy Weekend Shopping!

Love, Vi

Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

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[sYs] Jungle

 The talented sisterly duo at [sYs] has released the fabulous new Jungle Collection. It's the perfect fit for any urban jungle. The full-range includes menswear and womens' wear with winter hats, jackets, pants and boots all entirely of MESH!

I love the texture of this dress, it's got a fabulous metallic sheen to it works well on it's own or paired with leggings. It has a classic shape with a surprise cut-out in the back that will WOW! Paired with the fantablous thigh-high boots from [sYs], you'll most definitely make a statement.

If you haven't seen the stunning ROZA skin line from Glam Affair, please run now! Aida has offered several special editions for events such as Collabor88 and for the [sYs] Jungle Runway Show. I fell in love with the special Baroque edition she created a few cycles ago for Collabor88 and it really fit with this future urban scene!

 

As many may know, I'm a pose whore. Yes the first step is admitting it. I am a junky fiend when it comes to great new poses. The new Miaa line from Diesel Works is a must-have!  Inspired by the uber-amazing Miaa Rebane, this editorial collection gives that added edge to any photos. 

Happy Shopping!

Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna 

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[sYs] Vintage Fair 2011

Vintage Fair 2011 is coming!!
Opening November 11th!

Model/Photographer: Vixie Rayna

Outfits - [sYs] DEAUVILLE and [sYs] Twiggy in Red