Some Summery Goodies!

Wow almost the end of another week and once again, I have some more great stuff from the stores at Harlow for you.

Pose - Alessandra Ambrosio #9
Wearing - Zebra Dress from Jazmyn D

A striking black and white print gives this dress its name. From Jazmyn D comes the Zebra dress and its just gorgeous! A strapless bodice with a solid black band around the torso breaks up the print and gives it a gorgeous touch. The skirt flows beautifully! Its the perfect summer dress for a casual or even a dressier occasion.

Pose - Glamorous Freebie
Wearing - Papillion Top and White Jeans from Dyn

If you are looking for the top with a difference, then the Papillion from Dyn is the one you have been searching for. The assymetrical design is simply gorgeous! The long side is balanced by the thicker shoulder strap, with a spaghetti strap holding up the other one. The fabric is just beautiful and really makes this a top that you will love to wear anywhere at anytime.

Pose - Charlise Theron #5
Wearing - Lilian Tank from Exodi

Tank tops are just the thing for hot summer days, and from Exodi comes the Lilian. Featuring a band of pattern around the torso, lace decolletage and tucked/untucked versions, this is one that you will wear again and again. The colours are stunning, as is the creasing effects down the stomach which gives it a more "worn" look.

Just a quickie post from me today. I'll be back on Saturday with the behind the scenes interview with another one of our Harlow designers, so look out for that! Don't forget the wonderful dollarbies and the great stores we have available to rent on Harlow.

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Wo0t its Monday!!!!

Yay its a new week...which means new releases, new bargains and new goodies!!!

Just a quick update on vacancies at Harlow before I jump into sharing some yummies from the stores. We have one 50 prim store left on the dock, two 75 prim stores in the courtyard, one 100 prim store and the second fabulous main store still up for grabs. If you are looking for a new place to set up shop, come check us out!

Pose - Keira Knightley #4
Wearing - Seductive Beauty ($169) from Rattenscharf

I was spending some time fishing on the Harlow docks today, and decided to check out the stores we have there. I was blown away by the sexy and seductive lingerie I found in Rattenscharf and just HAD to have this set. Aptly named "seductive beauty", it features a tiny thong underneath an open babydoll camisole with a sexy halterneck. How could anyone resist your charms when you wear this? If you love lingerie as much as I do, you should check this store out asap.

Pose - Jean Shrimpton #7
Wearing - Barbara ($450) from MEB

This is the outfit I fell in love with at MEB when I first visited their store on Harlow. I just LOVE how real the jacket looks, not only in design, but the textures used...wow! With it comes a grey tank top to be worn either underneath or without the jacket, and a sexy pair of jeans with "touch me" emblazened on the butt! I love wearing the outfit without the tank top. Its just so sexy! Run in and have a closer look and try to resist buying it. I dare you!!!!

Pose - Maxim Mischa Barton
Wearing - Alyssa (tba) from DollyRock

Named after one of the queens of SL jewellry, Alyssa Bijoux, the Alyssa dress from DollyRock is a stunner! Like DR's talented designer, the first jewellry I bought in SL was also from one of her stores! I wish I still had it, but I let my ex borrow it for a photoshoot and he never returned it. *inserts grumpy face* I did still have a lovely teardrop set which I wore with this gorgeous tribute to a talented lady. Delicate embossing decorates the left side of the bodice which is echoed on the hem of the knee length skirt. Subtle shading and lace trim complete this sophisticated look of this classy cocktail dress.

Pose - Sexy Kneel Dollarbie
Wearing - Flora Strapless Sundress ($149) from Jazmyn D

Another thing you can never have too many of this summer is sexy sundresses! And what is even better, Jazmyn D is still having their 15% off sale at their Harlow store only, so this dress will cost you $149 - 15%! Okay I cheated and went into the store and $126 is what this dress will cost you, so pop in and see the fabulous savings you will make for yourself! You can afford to buy it in all colours! Its the perfect outfit for shopping, lunching with friends or even fishing! Which is where I wore it tonight!

Earlier today though I spent some time fishing and look what I caught! I didn't catch a message in a bottle, I caught a Genie!!!! To be exact, I caught a fabulous Barbara Eden pose!!! To make fishing at Harlow even more fun, Zelly has added some of her poses to the prize pool. Hidden in there is a fabulous couples pose too. Which one? I dunno. I haven't snagged it yet, but I'm trying!!!

For those who don't know how to fish with 7seas, here's a quick lesson for you.

When you teleport in to Harlow, hit one of the teleport signs and go to the Docks. Once there, you will find a Vendor, as seen to the right. You have a couple of different rod options. For $250, you receive a "Pro" rod. This has all the bells and whistles and uses bait. For $100, you receive the "Casual" rod. You don't need bait and its a good rod for those who just want to hang out and fish without getting into the competitions and ratings of 7seas. If you do go for the Pro Rod, you start out with some bait (I think 50) and after that, you do need to purchase more from the vendor. $30 gets you a bucket of 100 pieces, and for $150, you get 600 pieces, which will keep you going for a while! Then all you need to do is rez the rod and wear it. The rods come with a gesture shortcut for casting (F2), so all you need to do is find a seat and enjoy yourselves. Its a fun way to spend time with your friends or just some quiet alone time. Plus at Harlow, you don't just catch little fishy friends, you also get the bonus of catching poses as well!

Zelly has also set up a contest board, so keep watch for a fishing competition in the near future! You never know what exciting goodies she has planned for Harlow!

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Bumper Store Goodies Issue!

It feels like its been a very long time since I have shared goodies from the stores with you, so hold on to your hats, I have a BUMPER issue for you today!

Firstly, a reminder of the stores. We've had a fantastic response to the Sim and now have a wonderful selection of stores for you to wander around and browse in. We still have a couple of rentals left, including the 4 gorgeous stores on the dock. Even better news....Zelly has put in a 7seas fishing game!!!! Omg I am soooo addicted to that! I'm never gonna leave Harlow now!!! Especially with all the fab stores and things you can buy there!

Pose - Kate Beckinsale #7
Wearing - Olivia Unikini ($150) from Exodi

Formerly known as Genesis, Exodi is the baby of one of the top talents in SL, Ryker Beck. I saw a picture of this unikini on her Plurk the other day and ended up in her store buying it, along with a few other goodies for another day's blog. Not only does Exodi have the essentials for summer, but there are also some of the most gorgeous skins I have seen in a while. I picked up the demos and am still trying to decide which one I was to buy. Its not easy when you have such fabulous choices! Exodi also has swim trunks for men, so guys, check them out!

Pose - Alessandra Ambrosio #9
Wearing - Firecracker ($199) from VTwins

Its no secret that a lot of people are in SL to make money. Whats less talked about though are the people who are in SL to make money for other causes. Every year things get harder for people to make ends meet, especially around Christmas. There's a special couple who stepped up and decided to do something about it, so every year they raise money so they can buy food and toys for the families in their town. The Feather River Toy Run usually this starts closer to December with cute little bears around in clubs and stores where people can donate lindens, but this year, they are starting early and using affiliate stores to help bump up proceeds. VTwins on Harlow is one of those stores. A percentage of anything bought in this store goes to help the needy families of Feather River this Christmas.

Pose - Ursula Andress Lucky Chair
Wearing - Charna ($225) from DollyRock

Another gothic inspired outfit from DollyRock. This one is a little more playful so I took a more playful picture. A sexy tank top with a skull and roses motif matches up with a cute little flexi skirt. Semi transparent knee high socks continue the motif with roses and leaves, or you can wear prim ankle socks in argyle. With this outfit comes a spikes armband and shoes to complete the look. DollyRock has always been a fav store of mine for good quality clothing at prices that won't break the bank, so check out the fabulous selection.

Pose - Lindsay Lohan #3
Wearing - Flame Sequin Dress ($250) from Dyn

Dyn has also been a favourite store of mine for a long time. With new sexy clothing coming out all the time, its going to stay a fav for a long time. This dress is simply stunning! I love the asymetrical halter neckline and the fabric texture is just something to be seen. Its a gorgeous dress for a very special night out with your special someone. Be sure to look around and see the other amazing designs Dyn has in store. You won't be disappointed.

Pose - Katherine Heigl Profile Picks (no longer available)
Wearing - Ballerina ($126 only at Harlow) from Jazmyn D

For all the budding ballerinas out there, you cannot go past the stunning new ballerina dress from Jazmyn D. A gorgeous corset top complimented by a lacey and stunning flexi skirt make this the perfect tutu for a pirouette or two. As a special Harlow opening treat, Jazmyn has taken 15% off all her stock in the Harlow Sim store! This will run for 4 weeks, so you can save even more off her fabulous low prices and stock up your wardrobe! Come on in and grab some bargains today!

Pose - Pink #4
Wearing - The Hidden ($249) from Ali Couture

I just love this highland inspired kilt outfit from Ali Couture. I was running around my home Sim screaming "FREEEEEEEEEEEEEDOM" in a very Mel Gibson way yesterday. Yeah my neighbours already know I'm nuts, so no harm, no foul there. A sexy tartan bodice draps down over the chest, teasingly exposing a little side boobage. A ragged flexi kilt skirt with a fantastic belt completes the look and then you are all set to go off invading England! Hmm I watch Braveheart a bit too much I think! If you haven't seen the incredibly sexy and detailed clothing Ali Couture has, then you don't know what you are missing!

Pose - Carmen Kass #7
Wearing - Cupcake Crazy ($75) from T Junction

I'm a huge fan of the t shirts people come up with in SL. There's so many crazy, creative, weird, funny ones available. T Junction has some fab shirts at really great prices. You get all layers so there's never a layering conflict, which is very good if you are a tatt wearer or just like wearing lots of layers. Of course I had to get this one, since in some circles my nickname is Cupcake lol. Although I think my friends would say its the wrong way around and should say Crazy Cupcake. I have cheeky friends! If you are crazy about cupcakes (the baked goods type, or even me if ya like) this is the shirt for you! If now, there's plenty more to choose from.

This is only a small selection from the amazing stores we have open for you at Harlow! You really need to take some time to walk around and take in all the wonderful creations from the talented designers we have with us. If your other half is tired of being dragged around looking at stores, he can sit on the dock and fish for a while and let you shop to your heart's content!

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Almost the end of another week here...and we're getting closer and closer to our big surprise! I know I can't wait to let you all in on it!

But before then, I have some more fab stuff from our Boutique Stores.

Pose - Nicole Scherzinger Lucky Chair
Wearing - Monique ($149) from Jazmyn D

Every woman needs a little black dress in her inventory for wowing everyone when she goes out. The Monique from Jazmyn D isn't just affordable, its cute and sexy too. The lace halter top gives it an extra oomph and takes a simple strapless black minidress and makes it elegant and sexy! You will certainly have all eyes on you when you wear this to your next big occasion.

We have a sexy menswear store with us at Striking Poses now. Welcome Karnal Rage! Full of sexy streetwear and clothing for the urban warrior, this is one store i could spend some time just standing around drooling in. Ah the advantages of being single! I'm not so good at lining up my shots yet, so I have a wonky screenshot of The Hidden, a warrior kilt ($99) outfit that is just yummy! If you like your man to have some edge to his wardrobe, send him to Karnal Rage and he'll be looking good!

Body Doubles has done it again! From the age of 5 till her death at 43, Natalie Wood was one of the rare child stars who managed to continue working into adulthood. She is famous for her roles in such films as Miracle on 34th Street, West Side Story and Rebel Without A Cause. Embrace the Summer of Love with the 70s Natalie Wood shape. All styling details come in the pack to help you make your avatar look like the picture.

We have a few vacancies at the Striking Poses mainstore if you are interested in joining us. $200/week gets you 50 prims in your own little Boutique Store.

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Back With Boutique Goodness!

Things have been all over the place lately. There's the top secret project we're all busy working on, as well as surprises for you all. Not to mention I keep forgetting what day it is in SLT so I keep missing my blogging days! Zelly's sending me to the naughty corner as soon as I'm done here.

Pose - Angelina Jolie #2
Wearing - Delicious from Jazmyn D

I've just moved to a new Sim and I'm having fun exploring and making a new home for myself. On my travels I found the perfect spot for showing off the new lingerie from Jazmyn D. It has a gorgeous corset with a silver heart detail above the bow and adorable tiny pair of panties. Its the perfect set of the playful woman who wants to tempt her partner.

New from Body Doubles this week comes an icon! Born in 1923, Bettie went on to become the pin up and fetish model of the 1950s. With her trademark bangs and sultry looks, Bettie went on to inspire and influence many artists. If you love old fashioned glamour and style, then the Bettie Page shape is the one for you. Along with it someone a style card so you can make over your avatar to look like the picture on the box.

New from DollyRock this week is Calista. A sexy tank with gorgeous trim detailing, jeans with matching patches and a hat make up this sexy and casual outfit that is perfect for a lazy summer day hanging out in the park or walking along the beach. It comes in 5 wonderful colours, so there is bound to be the one for you. If you haven't checked out DollyRock's new home, what are you waiting for? It has a rainforest complete with a hidden grotto for photo opportunities, Paradise blankets for you to use alone of with a special someone and the shopping is incredible.

Don't forget to keep checking in for more fab poses from the archives, dollarbies, photo ideas and teases about the surprise we have in store.

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Yay New Week!!!!!

Its a new week, and one I am looking forward to. My drama llama has been well and truly bbq-ed and life will be drama-free for this bunch of pixels from now on!

Lets see what I have found for you from the Striking Poses Boutique Stores this week.

Pose - Adriana Lima #4

From Body Doubles I have the super sexy supermodel Adriana Lima! This Brazilian beauty is a mix of French, Portugese, Native American and Caribbean. Her stunning curves will make any woman look amazing!!! With the shape you receive the styling card so you can look like a supermodel too, or just add your own style to it and make your own unique look for it.

Pose - Audrey Kitching #10
Wearing - Military Salute ($149) from Jazmyn D

You'll be ready to invade and take over any Sim in this stunning outfit from Jazmyn D. Sexy booty shorts are teamed up with a flyaway tank top and helmet in a classic camo print. You'll stand out at any Camo Event or look great for manoveurs with someone special. Don't forget to check out the Jazmyn D mainstore for more special deals, Midnight Mania and the Discovery Hunt.

Pose - Audrey Kitching #9
Wearing - Anita ($250) from DollyRock

DollyRock has opened a new store on their Sim and its seriously wonderful! I had a great time looking around it on the weekend. Unfortunately I missed the opening party. Timezones being what they are, it was at around 4am my time and I was off dreaming about...well lets get back to the fabulous DollyRock. The Anita was the opening freebie, but its now being offered for sale. A strapless column melts down the body and a trainlike skirt adds a sexy touch. It looks great when you walk and so special when you are off dancing with your someone special. Don't forget to check out the incredible winning pictures from the DollyRock/photoLIFE competition. Congrads to all who entered and to those who took the top awards.

Zelly is back hard at work in her workshop this week and I am certainly looking forward to what she surprises us with this week! I'm sure its going to be spectacular!

Don't forget to check out the older poses that Ake has been reminding us of and the awesome dollarbies in the centre of the store. They are also available on XStreet!

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Some Goodies For Monday!

Its the start of yet another week...and are they flying by or am I just imagining it? Its May already! Its gonna be Christmas again before you know it!

Pose - Jean Shrimpton #7
Inset Pose - Liv Tyler #3
Wearing - Fusion ($250) from Pout

I was distracted by something shiny last week and totally forgot to share with you this absolutely gorgeous dress from Pout. It can work in so many ways, as a playsuit with the shorts, as a slim knee length dress or with the shorter flippy skirt that has great movement and is sure to get you noticed! You could even wear the top with jeans or a pair of smart trousers. The fabric is amazing! I love the silky sheen and oriental feel of the design on it. There's 8 colours to choose from, this blue is my favourite though. Pout is also in the Discovery Hunt with Covet as your gift in an exclusive colour not available for sale until after the hunt is over.

Inset Pose - Jean Shrimpton #9
Wearing - Ritzy (Midnight Mania Prize) from Jazmyn D
Pose - Maxim Shannon Elizabeth
Wearing - Discovery Hunt Gift ($0) from Jazmyn D

What I love about hunts is the little extras you find in stores along the way. At Jazmyn D I found the Midnight Mania board, so I slapped it and got my name into the draw and luckily so did 99 other people, cos look what I received at midnight! You cannot go past a lovely sparklie dress, especially one in such a vibrant shade of red! On the back is a heart shaped cutout which gives it a lovely touch. After slapping the board, I found the Discovery Gift. Called tasty, you receive a lovely vest top with a cute little design on the bodice and a skirt which can be worn with or without the tights.

Pose 1 - Catrinel Menghia #10
Wearing - Blue Moon (Group Gift) from Ali Couture
Pose 2 - Eva Mendes #4
Wearing - Discovery Hunt Gift ($0) from Ali Couture

From our other new Boutique Store, Ali Couture, come two sexy, fun and flirty outfits and best of all, they are Ali's gifts to you. If you love corset tops as much as I do, you'll love the Blue Moon one. It comes with a lacey little skirt, but will look just as fabulous with jeans. Join the group for more gorgeous gifts and to keep updated on the designs. The Discovery Hunt gift is just plain sexy! You'll be sexonlegs when you wear this stunning outfit. The cross over top is gorgeous and daring and the miniskirt is just the finishing touch it needs. I had a wonderful time checking out the mainstore when I was hunting down the magnifying glass and have the most naughty lusties for one of Ali Couture's evening gowns. Pop on in and see if you can pick which one.

Inset Pose - Maxim Mischa Barton
Wearing - Hearts N Hands Pasties (tba) and Short Shortz (previously blogged) from Core
Kitty Couch ($175) from Core
Background - Grunge Florals (Midnight Mania) from Core

Ok are those pasties just the coolest things ever or what? Little pink heart hide your important bits while big black hands cover the rest! I think they are just so much fun! Perfect for those "Barely There" events too or just for teasing your partner. They look great with the shorts too! I love cats! When I saw this at the Core mainstore, it was an immediate purchase. Its nice having a big friend you can cuddle up with and I tend to do that a lot lately. Also when I was there, I slapped Core's Midnight Mania board and wo0t! I received a pack of 10 cute Grunge Floral textures! I've used them for cushion textures in my house and even photo surrounds. They are so versatile. I've transparented (is that even a word?) the one I used by 50% and it still looks fab!

Don't forget the rest of the fabulous stores up on the third floor of the Striking Poses Mainstore. Take a teleport or brave the stairs!

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Hooray for the Weekend!!!!

I keep forgetting to mention a new store we have here at the Striking Poses Boutiques, so before I do it again, we welcome Rainbows End to our family. Drop on in and check them out!

Pose - Bette Davis #3
Wearing - Gone Fishin' Choker ($250) from Core

Core does it again! Another cute and sexy choker has been added to their fabulous range. With a little fishy hanging off it, its perfect for a Neko kitty or just any fish fan! I'm wearing the version in rust, but it does come in other finishes and is absolutely stunning. Don't forget you still have time to get your entries in for their advertisement photo contest!!! Maybe you could use this piece...

Pose - Charlize Theron #10
Wearing - Grungy Barb Wire Boots ($250) from Core, Bitch Extraordinaire Tee (no longer available I think) from SySy and Crystallized Rose Jeans (tba) from xTotalxBettyx

I had a bit of fun with this pic. I used a prop from one of my fav prop places, one of Zelly's fabulous poses and came up with something a bit different. I really need to start paying attention to what is in folders when I opened them! I missed seeing the resize instructions for the fab boots from Core, so I look like a child wearing mummy's shoes in this pic! They are so totally cool though and perfect for a grunge/urban/neko look. The resizer is very easy to work as well. I feel so silly for not noticing it sooner!

To go with it, I pulled on one of my fav shirts from SySy - which might have been retired. There is a SALE on at the mainstore of SySy at the moment. Selected styles are being sold for $50 or $99, so if there is something you have been hanging out to buy, rush on in, cos you might be picking it up for a bargain! There is a LM at her Striking Poses Boutique!

To complete the look I found the most amazing jeans from xTotalxBettyx in my inventory! I've been searching through their stores but cannot find them for sale there, so I'm again unsure if they are current stock. They are fabulously sexy though. Roses are my favourite flowers and these jeans have a gorgeous red rose on the back pockets. Their mainstore has been remodelled and there are some glorious new designs for sale, so pop on in, grab a LM and check it out!

Pose 1 - Snow Bunny #6
Pose 2 - Keira Knightley #3
Wearing - Darchy Sundress ($149) from Jazmyn D

You cannot go wrong with this simple, but adorable summer dress from Jazmyn D. It comes in three colours (pink not pictured) and is just stunning. I love the simplicity of the design and the playful fabric chosen to make this dress. It can take you from picnics at the beach to cafe lunches and just hanging out with friends or your special someone. Don't forget to grab a LM and hit up Jazmyn's subscribo for all her new design info and gifts. Looks fab with my new hair too!

Have you joined the Striking Poses Group yet? There's a sign in the mainstore, so come on in, hunt it out and hit it up and you'll be kept in the loop on all the fabulous new poses, sales and dollarbies Zelly has for us every week! Ake will be back tomorrow with more Striking Poses news. I'm so loving her Lady GaGa posts and the ways she finds to use them. I always look forward to seeing what she comes up with next!

I will see you on Monday for more Boutique goodness! Have a great weekend!!!!

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Welcome to the Weekend!!!!

Yay its Saturday! Time for more Boutique news!

Pose 1 - Angelina Jolie #5
Pose Middle - Kate Beckinsale #2
Pose Inset - Christina Applegate Dollarbie
Wearing - Covet ($299) from Pout

Such a gorgeous and versatile dress this week from Pout. You get a short flirty skirt, ideal for clubbing, the medium skirt which is longer at the back and short at the front which reminds me of a dress you'd go salsa dancing in! And if that wasn't enough you have a classy long slim skirt that could easily take you from shopping in the day in all those high class designer stores (including Pout and Striking Poses of course!) to a drink at a bar in the evening. With a mesh detail to the middle of the top, you can show off some of that flesh without screaming for attention, to put it politely! It comes in 8 beautiful colours and at only $299 each, you can afford more than one!

Inset Pose - Kristen Stewart #2
Wearing - Aqua Bikini (Free this week) from Joyful Designs

Pose - Charlize Theron #5
Wearing - Ballroom Beauty ($199) from Joyful Designs

Once again its great what you find when you hunt around through our Boutique Stores and their main ones. This time I found the Aqua Bikini at Joyful Designs for free this week only. Its a prim bikini too, so it gave me a chance to practice my modifying skills. I didn't do too badly if I do say so myself. I also picked up the gorgeous Ballroom Beauty gown. The skirt is such a transparent tease and it moves lovely with your body...perfect for a night out dancing. New releases are 50% off this week at the mainstore, so you definately do not want to miss this! I spent some time playing the Number Guess game - which I sucked at, but it was fun!

Pose - Tanja Dexters Lucky Chair
Wearing - Aquamarin ($0) from Medusa's Joy

Another example of the great things you find when you poke around the stores. I was wandering the Medusa's Joy Boutique Store, grabbed a LM to their main one to check out more of the range, and stumbled upon this lovely gift. The colour is fabulous and I love the different textures used to give the gown a unique look. Its a store you need to experience!

Pose - Courtney Cox Dollarbie
Wearing - Escada (Subscribo Gift) from Jazmyn D

Nothing sucks more than having to play "group tag" between work, home and guilty pleasure groups when you need or want to join more. The 25 limit is hideous, especially when you pay to join groups and need to join more for whatever reason. Anyway back to Jazmyn D. She does have a subscribo and I absolutely love this gift you receive when you join it. The shirts are two layers, open white top and the blue tank style top, and a sexy pair of black pants with belt detailing. Its dressy enough for work, if you are in management or work in an office environment, or for more casual occasions such as shopping or just hanging out. Check out her store, hit the subscribo and keep in touch with the awesome things she has for us in her main store and at her Striking Poses Boutique one.

Zelly has some fantabulous things for you coming up next week and I can't wait to see how Ake uses them in her blog posts for us. I just know they will have you all going "gaga" over them. Time for me to dash off before one of them spanks me for that dreadful pun.

Enjoy your weekend!!!

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Bumper Monday Madness!

I got so disorientated over the weekend that I completely forgot what days it was and I missed my Saturday post!!! To make up for it, I have a bumper post for you today full of so many goodies!

Inset Pose - Catrinel Menghia #10
Wearing - Sweety ($225) from DollyRock

Pose - Charlize Theron #1
Wearing - Jackee ($225) from DollyRock

Just when you think you're all choccied out after Easter, DollyRock brings you the most irresistable and exquisite dress ever. The chocolate Sweety dress!!! Omg I could just eat this one up! Smooth chocolate covers the bodice and sleeves, moving down to a chunky chocolate skirt thats just so....yummmmmy! A cute touch is the "eat me" badge! If you are as big a chocoholic as me, you NEEEEED this dress! For the urban commando, there is the cutest pink cargo set for you called Jackee. The cropped jacket is adorable and I especially love the pockets which attach to hips and arms giving the outfit a more authentic look. You'll be ready to take on anything in this outfit!

Inset Pose - Pink #4
Wearing - Haughty 2 ($149) from Jazmyn D

Pose - Jean Shrimpton #9
Wearing - Haughty ($149) from Jazmyn D

Yet another affordable and classy Jazmyn D look. The halter top is just so sexy and looks great matched up with either the pants or the miniskirt. Its a look that works for casual events or even dressy occasions. Don't forget to check out Jazmyn's mainstore too for more fabulous clothes, bargains and hit up the subscribo while you are there to keep up with all the great new products!

Pose - Foxy Brown Dollarbie
Wearing - Untamed ($199) from Joyful Designs

You'll be looking every bit the sophisticated huntress stalking your shopping prey in this ensemble from Joyful Designs. Complete with glasses, hat, and sandals, this is a great outfit for lunch with the girls or shopping jaunts through the malls and stores of SL. The animal print detailing gives this such a great look for anyone who likes things a bit wilder.

Pose 1 - Yamila Diaz Lucky Chair
Wearing - Candy Bikini ($0) from Sweet!

Pose 2 - Sandra Bullock #9
Wearing - Spring Flowers Shirt (Malt Hunt Gift) from Sweet!

Its always a nice surprise when I find gifts from our Boutiquers in hunts all over SL. Being a hunt junkie, I do a lot of them and I was over at Malt doing their Easter Egg hunt when I found an egg from Sweet! with six lovely shirts in it. The Spring Flower one is just so cute. From a distance it does look like the actual shirt is transparent and that you have nothing but flowers and leaves covering you, but its just an illusion from the pale beige fabric. I also found the cute Candy Bikini as a gift in the store over at Malt. Its perfect for summer, beautifully cut and looks like you are covered with M & Ms. Mmmmm I want more chocolate!

From Body Doubles I have 60s sex kitten Ann-Margaret for you today! Born in Sweden and raised in the States, Ann-Margaret went on to become a bombshell in movies and had a successful singing career as well. She has won 5 Golden Globes and also had Oscar, Emmy and Grammy nominations. Best known for her role in Viva Las Vegas opposite Elvis Presley, Ann-Margaret has had a wonderful career which is still going strong. You can be the original redhaired bombshell with this fabulous shape from Body Doubles. With it comes a styling note to help you pick the skin, hair and everything else to become the pictured and finished star.

I do have one more gorgeous item to share with you, but I'll save it for Thursday to give Ake a chance to show you all the fabulous new poses Zelly has created for us.

The Boutique Stores are on the third floor of the mainstore in Glenn. If you are a total stairtard like me and have trouble navigating even the simplest stairs, there is a TP to the stores by the main entrance. All the stores are chock (there's that word again!) full of fabulous surprises and things to thrill and delight you. There are also LMs to their mainstores if you want to check out more of their ranges, so stop by and spend a bit of time browsing. You never know what you will find there.

I have a vacancy at the moment, so give me a yell if you would like to join the Boutique Store family.

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Monday Monday...da da da da da da...

I don't know about you all, but I'm glad its Monday! I had the WORST weekend ever and I'm looking forward to a fresh and better week.

I'm also looking forward to bringing you some new and wonderful goodies from the Striking Poses Boutique Stores!

Pose - Olivia Newton John Lucky Chair
Wearing - Seriously Dotty ($149) from Jazmyn D

This is an adorable minidress that also comes with black tights you can wear with it for a more dressy/80s look. I haven't come across many sculpted skirts in my wanderings, but I know they are out there, and this outfit has a lovely one. Its also very easy to resize, which is pleasant. I bounced on through the Jazmyn D mainstore last night and found lots of awesome dollarbie bargains and received a lovely outfit when I joined the subscribomatic. It well work the click!

Pose 1 - Alessandra Ambrosio #9
Wearing - Short Shortz Dark Blue ($300 fatpack of 4) and Buckle Strapz ($200) from Core

Pose 2 - Dita Von Teese #9
Wearing - Short Shortz in Purple ($300 fatpack of 4) and Star Tattoo from Core

Everyone needs a pair of short shorts in their inventory and these are just so adorable and sexy! For $300 you get a pack of 4 shorts in grey, purple, dark blue and blue, which works out at only $75 a pair! Also new this week are the buckle straps. I'm wearing the arm straps, but there is also a pair that attach to your thigh. They will look great with your new short shortz! The star tattoo is a free gift when you grab the LM to the Core mainstore at their Boutique Store in Striking Poses.

Pose - Doutzen Kroes #5
Wearing - Florissa Cream with Pink Sash ($250) from Pout

Inset Pose - Anne Hathaway Dollarbie
Wearing - Shall We Dance in Lilac ($299) from Pout

The Florissa is one stunning dress! Photos really don't do this one justice. The skirt has an amazing floaty effect that swishes about your legs and brings even more added femininity to the whole style. Their are two background options - cream (shown) and black - with 4 sash colour options. If you set the skirt to 40% transparency it gives it a more floaty look! Also new this week in the Pout Main Store is a Classy Ballgown available in 9 colours! Black, White, Royal Blue, Emerald, Red, Rose, Lilac, Purple and Chocolate. Each comes with the hair bow too! Just 299L$ you can afford high quality clothes for less and be the belle of the ball!

Pose - Catrinel Menghia #5
Wearing - Gloria in black (Lucky Chair) from Clover

Inset Pose - Eva Menges #3
Wearing - Skin and Eyes (Bunny Hop Hunt Gift) from Clover

A sexy dress, new skin and realistic eyes...whats not to love about chairs and hunts? Clover has many lucky chairs filled with sexy goodies at their mainstore, along with some gorgeous and sexy clothes at wonderful prices. They also have an Easter Egg in the Bunny Hop Hunt, so bounce on in and look for it and take home a new skin and eye set.

I'm so looking forward to the fashion show Ake told us about yesterday and seeing what surprises Zelly has for us this week. Its almost like Xmas or a birthday every week.

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Saturday Stunners!

Its the weekend! Time to kick back, relax and SHOP till you drop! I have some amazing news for you, so stay tuned till the end of today's Boutique Update post!!!

Inset Pose - Jessica Alba #4
Wearing - Ribbed Cardigan (tba) from Jazmyn D

Pose - Glamorous Freebie (look for this on Xstreet)
Wearing - Enchanting ($149) from Jazmyn D

Nothing beats music up loud (in my case The 80s Channel on .977 internet radio) and dancing around in your favourite comfy cardy as you do the housework! The ribbed cardigans from jazmyn D are stunning in colour and in design, and I just love them...with jeans or knickers! Then for a night out dancing, nothing is sexier and more stunning than Enchanting. I love the gold bodice and the resizeable belt. At only $149, its a steal!

Pose - Anna Nicole Smith #7
Wearing - Billie ($149) from Milly Molly

With the black jersey on or off, this is a classy outfit from Milly Molly just perfect for a shopping excursion at Striking Poses or lunch with the ladies. The belt tops off a sexy miniskirt, tying it in with the top half of the outfit. This is definately a store to check out. The clothing is fun, sexy and affordable!

New from G Sloane Couture this week is Hint of Desire. Peeking through the cutout bodice is a hint of colour, giving the desire to see more. A classy and elegant dress for a night out dancing and romancing! The big news for Geryn this week is the runway fashion show at Fashionista she is having next Saturday at noon SLT. If you haven't seen the runways at Fashionista, you are in for a treat. The ones I have seen on that sim are incredible and the designs of G Sloane Couture will look stunning on either one. I hope you can check it out!

New also from Body Doubles this week...Anne Hathaway and for the men, new from the Skin Specific Collection, a shape for the Belleza skin Miguel. Check out their Boutique Store, or grab a LM to the Body Doubles mainstore and check out the entire collection of amazing shapes!

Now for the amazing news I promised you. Zelly is having a POSE SALE at her lovely shop at Gateaux Boulevard!!!!! Fatpacks are flying out the door starting at $250 and single poses are slashed to $25 ea on selected pose packs!

Snow Bunny, Vegas Showgirl, Playboy 1208 and 1108, Liv Tyler, Dita Von Teese, Princess, Leah Remini, Cameron Diaz Brittany Murphy....just to name a few of the amazing pose packs you can pick up for 50% off at Striking Poses at Gateaux Boulevard this weekend!!!!

Um...why are you still here?

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Boutiquing! Is that even a word?

Its a new week full of new surprises in the Boutique Stores at Striking Poses. We even have some new and exciting stores joining us.

Pose - Keeley Hazell #2
Wearing - Summer Dress and Wedge Sandals (free) from Jazmyn D

What a perfect outfit for spring! Jazmyn D has this cute little floral dress with a great pair of wedge sandals for free in there Boutique Store, along with many more wonderful and sexy outfits. Pop on in and pick up this generous gift and have a look around. You'll love what you see!

Pose - Keira Knightley #8
Wearing - Top from Sophisticat (previously blogged) and Sparkle Jeans ($100) from Pout

Jeans are another of my favourite wardrobe staples, and these sparkle jeans from Pout are just adorable! Not just any jeans, they all have a fab sparkle design on the front and on the back pockets. Available in 7 yummy colours, you'll be hard pressed to not want to buy them all. Dressed up or down they look fab. These are jeans that can easily take you from day to night. They look great with the 'Cute' black shrug and bra set (that's only 120L$!). And if you are in the Pout Group, you will be receiving the sparkle jeans in red FREE!

COMING SOON to STRIKING POSES

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High fashion and great prices. Beautiful. elegant, sophisticated day wear and evening wear. Ballgowns, cocktail dresses, jewelry, shoes, hats and free gifts! Welcome our newest Boutiquer and swing by soon to check out the fabulous designs here at G Sloane Designs!

And remember, nothing looks better with your gorgeous new clothing than a great Striking Poses pose!

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