A Word About Customer Service

Here's the deal, you will not find me "complaining" about people, creators, little children or small animals in my blog, it's just not me. I won't be "promoting" someone just because they paid me or gave me something. I like something I blog it, pretty simple no matter if it was a purchase or gift. One thing I will do is if I find something or someone that goes above and beyond, I am going to mention it here. Good customer service is worth talking about! When shopping for my blog the other day I had not wanted to tp to the shop so I purchased some DeLa earrings on xstreetsl, unfortunately SL was being wonky and did not deliver them so I repurchased and of course when I re logged the "lost" ones showed up. I did not send an IM or notecard to anyone as well things like that happen sometimes, such is life. I logged this morning to find a short notecard from DeLa creator Kuranosuke Kamachi whom I have never met or spoken with before and it stated that she noticed I had double purchased the earrings and refunded me the price of the second pair. Now I know we all make stupid mistakes when purchasing things and if it's our own fault for not reading vendor info or something like that then we haven't any right to have a creator make it right for us. If you screw up you, screw up, be an adult and take responsibility for it. It was not my fault SL had messed up the purchase for me but it was not hers either, so I was not going to complain to her, SL was the one that messed it up. To me, getting a personal note and refund was above and beyond what I expected or have experienced in SL shopping and while I was a loyal customer already I am now a die hard fan! YAY customer service in any industry, virtual or not!!!

Elegant Old Favorites

Today I am posting on old favorite of mine, I just adore this gown from Nyla Cheeky. I know we as bloggers are all about the newest/latest but I think we should not forget those beautiful creations in the back of our vast closets and pull them out once in awhile. There have been many times I have been to an event (ok I am very shy and a bit of a hermit so I don't get out much in SL but occasionally I do) and rather than rush to find a new great gown I pull out one from the depths of my closet because odds are someone else is going to be wearing the "latest" but rarely does anyone look to the classics and on those times I do, it never fails, no one "matches". The key to not looking out of place when doing this is make sure the outfit you choose has the quality and craftsmanship of anything else out there currently. This dress does, I love the skirt on this dress it's lush, full and the train beautiful. The corseted top is detailed and well made. Staying true to the classics in SL I add Muse Pearls and ETD hair and I am ready for most any elegant event!

DRESS: *Nyla* Black Leopard Ruffled Silk Gown ....house ofnyla.com

NECKLACE: ~Muse~ Margaux Draped Pearl Necklace (black)

BRACELET: ~Muse~ Claris Black Pearl and Diamond Bracelet in Silver

EARRINGS: ~Muse~ Claris Black Pearl Earrings in Silver

HAIR: ETD Roslin (Blacks Pack) Black

SKIN: []::Tuli::[] Hope (fair) gig

Shopping Day

Well it all starts with wanting a cute outfit for this top that I had in my inventory for a while now. I found the shorts in my inventory and was like YAY! off to a great start and then hit a roadblock with shoes. I went through my inventory and tried on all my sandals and flats and nothing worked, then I recalled these from Maitreya, so I rushed over picked them up and viola! Perfection! Now jewelry after a preliminary search of xstreetsl I am hooked up with bangles and earrings. I complain to Neko I need hair and thanks to him for pointing out the hair creator, sorry I got the same one as you babe ;p. I grabbed a purse because this was a heavy shopping day and needed something to carry around my linden clothing allowance of, throw on some sunglasses because it's a sunny day here and I am ready to shop til I drop! I love this hair and the fact it is FREE is a bonus! Sure it's suppose to be guy hair but if it works then why not! I have tons of "guy" things in my inventory that work great for us girls too. Stay alert and open minded and you will find a treasure of two in the men's department ladies! Now if I could only find something to go with those shoes I have had forever...

SHIRT: *CUPCAKES - Spring Halter - Funky - Pink

SHORTS: (Elephant Outfitters) Leila Bermuda Shorts - Olive

SHOES: Maitreya Frenzy Banana - Olive

SUNGLASSES: Sway`s Sunglasses "SHINE" green

EARRINGS: =DeLa*= Earring "Leontyne" Goldenolive

BANGLES: Accents Tigris Cuff Bangles Box (CM)

HANDBAG: [LeLutka]-VAIN-bag-RED

HAIR: UncleWeb Studio Uw.St Reed-Hair

SKIN: []::Tuli::[] Hope (fair) tequila

Sailing

I got a notice that Zaara had a new release, chinos for guys and girls. I tp'd over and was not disappointed. Several colors, cute rolled cuffs and a nice fit. They reminded me of growing up on the lake and sailing whenever I had a chance. Of course in SL you can pretty much do anything you would do in RL so with a quick search I found some sailboats and just needed to complete my outfit. I admit it's a preppy look but preppy can be cute! I love the layered polo and the simple necklace. I think I need to pack a picnic too, maybe some PB&J... Anyone care to join me?

SHIRT: *COCO*_Polo-over-Shirt_DarkRed

PANTS: Zaara : Chinos *khaki* (unisex)

NECKLACE: *ARGRACE* Sweetest ( Necklace )

SHOES: [ hoorenbeek ] All Star - Low Top Used - Beige

HAIR: [V] Vignette Jaime Charcoal (available at Hair Fair)

SKIN: []::Tuli::[] Hope (fair) blush

Little Black Rain Cloud

I didn't post this past week due to the fact I was out of town diligently working at a conference and for the flight back home spent 3 hours on the tarmac waiting for a little black rain cloud to pass so that the pilot could take off! So today I am tired, and haven't had enough sleep and the little cloud's color has invaded my wardrobe. In honor of gray and black rain clouds I am taking an excerpt from Dr. Suess's book "My Many Colored Days" which goes something like this:

"Some days are yellow."

"Some are blue.""

"On different days I'm different too."

"You'd be surprised how many ways I change on Different Colored Days...."

"Gray Day... Everything is gray.I watch. But nothing moves today." (like airplanes ;p)

Maybe tomorrow I will feel green, or yellow or blue, but for now gray (and black) will have to do.

SHIRT: MIEL BO SHIRT EBONY

SHORTS: M * A * ii * K * I Streep PuffPants

LEGGINGS: M * A * ii * K * I Long Leggings Black

BRACELET: [Armidi Gisaci] Snakeskin Bangle - Steel

SHOES: Maitreya ChiChi Pumps - Black Velvet

HAIR ACCESSORY: MIEL AM TULIP HEADBAND - LICORICE

HAIR:>TRUTH Victoria blacks 1 - smokey

Classic Composure

I got a note card about Beauty Avatar Couture's new releases and of course I tp'd over there. I wasn't disappointed as there were many things I really loved, but I had this blouse from Argrace's new releases and when I saw these pants I knew I wanted them to go with the blouse. I am bad about that, I buy things with nothing to match but I know somewhere, out there, I am going to find exactly what I want to go with it! I usually end up doing this with shoes in RL becaues I am such a shoe fanatic in RL (I mean have you ever put on a pair of shoes and thought to yourself "these make me look fat, or hippy or fill in the blank with whatever negative thing we think when trying on clothes") but in SL it's usually a piece of clothing I end up searching for the perfect thing to complete to create an outfit. Speaking of shoes, these are prim toed so you can match your skin and change the nail polish as you need, gotta love that for variety, and well I am addicted to anything scripted, I just love scripts about as much as I love prims! This is a totally classic look and with the Paper Couture necklace and earrings, it just cements the whole traditional look. The blouse comes with a scarf tied for the neck and if I wore it with this I could have a whole 70's vibe to this look. I kind feel like this leans to that time, maybe I could be the hot neighbor on "That 70's Show" nah, I am more the Mom type ;p

Anyway, it simple, it's classic and a nice little outfit for shopping or meeting some business acquaintances.

BLOUSE & BELT: *ARGRACE* Natural (Navy) Lady`s

PANTS: *Beauty Avatar Couture* MARJA Brown - High waist pants

EARRINGS: P.C; Pearled Simplicity Earring

NECKLACE: P.C; Vintage Rose Pearls

SHOES: J's Real Toe Belt Platform Sandals BLACK

HAIR: >TRUTH Minx 2 Hairlight browns<

SKIN: []::Tuli::[] HOPE tan :: gig

Nature Girl

Don't let the title fool you, my idea of roughing it is a hotel without room service, but I do like to be outdoors on a beautiful day and of course want to look as cute as possible at the same time. This is my version of a relaxing day outside, not really doing anything except maybe carried a book along, stopped for a latte and spending some quality time reading and sipping. The colors are natural and neutral, but the pattern in the dress gives interest and the tank underneath helps make the dress less "Hey look at my bewbs!" Jeans of course, my favorite thing to wear and allows you to sit more comfortably and cute shoes! (OK Neko and I have this thing because I made the mistake of showing him shoes I have bought and well lets just say we don't always agree on what is the definition of a cute shoe, lol) But these are cute and no arguments on that one. I love the fact you have a choice of a wedge heel, or regular heel and nail polish color and toe rings! These have prim toes which to me are a bit easier to match than the whole prim foot and face it if the other guy isn't running the same settings as you the feet or toes are probably not gonna match! Grrrr! Cute wooden bracelets and a necklace I love but don't get to wear often enough and I am good to go!

DRESS: * Ibizarre Ryla Dress (nature)

TANK: Maitreya RB-Tank * Brown

JEANS: Maitreya Rolled Skinny Jeans - #02

SHOES: J's Real Toe BackBelt Wedge BROWN

NECKLACE: *::UM::* Leaf_Necklace&Pierce

BRACELET: EarthStones Gimme Those Wood Bangles - Neutral/Brass

HAIR: *ARGRACE* ~ Elegance ~ (Dark brown)

SKIN: []::Tuli::[] HOPE tan :: gig

Chocolate and Teal

I have favorite designers in SL just like I have favorite stores I like to shop in RL. I make no apologies for this, and what you will see me wearing in SL or in this blog is something from a designer who's work I like and will most likely see things from that designer posted more than once. I have said before this blog is pretty much just glimpses of what I wear in SL and is in my closet.

DeLa is one of those. I shop here a lot and when I got a notice of a new release I tp'd over as soon as I could. The new halter and skirt is really pretty. It comes in many colors and I love I can wear them together and separately, they are sold separately so if you only want only one piece then you don't have to pay for the whole outfit. I wore the top the next day with it's ruffle and jeans and still loved it. A rich chocolate brown and a softer color is one of my favorite combinations. I usually wear silver jewelry, probably because I prefer it in RL but for this the richness of the chocolate called for gold, a pair of gold strappy stilettos and to add that touch of color, teal and gold bracelets and gold earrings with the touch of color in the beads, pull the hair up to show off those earrings and you are ready to go out and charm the masses!

TOP: =DeLa*= Halter top "Anju" Brown

SKIRT: =DeLa*= Ruffle skirt "Andrea" Brown

BRACELETS: [LeLutka] MICHELLE CUFFS- TEAL- by Miabella

EARRINGS: [Lelutka]- LANE EARRINGS- GOLD- by Miabella

SHOES: Stiletto Moody Bare Greta (Gold Patent)

HAIR: >TRUTH Hair<>light browns<

TGIF

So before you look and say "WOW! Callie you've really changed your look!" this is not me or an alt. I have enlisted some help, Neko mentioned that he thinks there are not enough guy blogs, which to me says "I volunteer" and in this case he graciously did, and I appreciate it because you guys seeing me in men's clothing just doesn't have the same effect, so I am going to do my part to share some looks that Neko and/or I like that are out there.

Now, before you start rolling your eyes and saying "blah! Armidi stuff we already know about that!" lets think about it, yes we all know it's there and it IS good stuff, I think Armidi has suffered a bit in the blogging world due to popularity, you know how the media likes to build things up just to tear them down, and well it's time for them to come out with some new things, never rest on your laurels people! Let's face it though, they have some nice stuff and once in a while a reminder doesn't hurt. Anyway, I think they way the pants makes a guy's butt look is worth the Lindens. This is a cool Friday work outfit, more casual friday, no suit but still looking pulled together, you can choose tie or not. I really love this look, it goes from work to a date easily and keeps a little of the edge of the bad boy with the rebelliousness of piercings and tennis shoes for work. I think if he walks out the door like this I am going to be counting the minutes until he is coming back in that door because I will want more time with this look ;-)

Hair : -N- "Modern Edge" - Drift Wood
Skin : Neo Tan Skin Face 1 - Damiani
Eyes : MADesigns EYES - INTENSE - devious
Cig : FNKY! Cigarette II
Shirt : {Gisaci} Italia Silk Dress Shirt (Under Jacket) - Light Blue
Vest : {Gisaci} Classic Zion Vest - Bronze
Pants : {Gisaci} Ruvido Slacks - Ardesio
Tie : {Gisaci} Classic Italia 3-Tie Set - Brown
Shoes : SOREAL Superstars from EXTENDED pack
Accessories : FNKY! Plate Cuff Watch - Mixed Tan (Large)

All Business

Sometimes a girl has to work, there is no way around it, the bills have to get paid. Hopefully you have one of those jobs you look forward to getting up and going to most of the time. When it's time to get serious and get the job done you need to look the part. This is a really simple outfit and when working you don't need the distractions of multiple accessories, because lets face it, unless you are a model it's about the work not about you. Of course you want to look good but flashy and showy and "Hey! Look at my outfit!" is not what work is about. You want more of "She gets the job done and she always looks really pulled together." So here is my version of serious office attire for SL, still feminine and attractive but not Vegas cocktail waitress in the office, (admit it you know you have seen them, dressed for a night in Vegas rather than the office but show up for work anyway). Simple crisp white shirt, Black pencil skirt with a little extra oomph of suspenders, pearls and sexy black pumps, (not stripper high, but enough to make em go, she has nice legs). Serious glasses and pulled back hair and you are ready to tackle any office crisis that comes your way!

SKIRT: [W&B] Victoria High-Waisted Pencil Skirt BLACK $200L

BLOUSE: *COCO*_BroadclothShirt_White $250L

NECKLACE: *::UM::* Special pearl_Necklace $200L

GLASSES: *ARAI* glasses02 black $50L

SHOES: -TESLA- (box) Natasha Shiny Black Stilettos $359L

HAIR: Maitreya Piper II - Browns Pack $200L

POSE: [LAP] Timid Girl $50L

Shabby Chic

I am a girly girl at heart and every once in a while I just get in the mood to wear something pretty and soft and sort of snuggly. This outfit is kind of just that, a soft cardigan sweater in a pale bluish green and accessories in a lemony yellow. The cardigan is closed at the collar with a jeweled button and hangs open to reveal a cute illustrated tank that I have had in my inventory forever, boyfriend jeans and comfy flats make this a nice outfit for running around SL and for relaxing with Neko should we decide to have a lazy day. I like the casualness of it and the broken in feel to it, the pulling on your favorite old pair of jeans and worn sweater over a fun tank, shows you don't have to try hard to be cute and comfortable. Slip your feet into an easy pair of flats and you are ready to go or not should you decide to be lazy today.

SWEATER:oyakin*knit-carde&shirts(blue) $70L Fatpack of 5 colors $220L

TANK:*KUROTSUBAKI* illust_tanktop_ivory $50L

SCARF:oyakin*stole(yellow) $40L Fatpack of 16 colors $250L

JEANS:(Milk Motion) My boyfriend jeans blue $195L

SHOES:flats-jeweled flats-lemon $65L

HAIR:[LeLutka]-PETRA Hair - Caramel Brown $225L

SKIN:TULI Hope-Natural (coming soon)

POSE: [LAP] Timid Girl $50L