Saturday on Harlow.

Wow I love the pics Ake took in the previous blog. She has such a way with poses and pictures! Simply stunning!

Also stunning are some more surprises from the Harlow stores.

Pose - Girls With Guns #2
Wearing - Ana in Red from Catagory 5

A gift to you from Catagory 5 is this cute dress, called Ana. It was sent out to the subscribo group last week and is still there as the welcome gift when you join up. I really love how you can wear it as a strapless dress or if you are feeling demure, there is a white layer with sheer puffed sleeves.

Pose - Framed in Beauty #2
Wearing - Xmas Gift from MEB

Under the tree in the present from MEB you will find these cute red stilettos and leopard print red pants with belt. The top is my own. They are simply adorable and perfect for a shopping excursion!

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Hump Day Quicky!

Just have a short post for you today to make up for the novels we've been posting lately lol.

Pose - International Model 11 #6
Wearing - Red Carpet in Rouge from MEB

Omg how gorgeous is this gown??? Its the premier release from the winter collection from MEB due for release mid-November. If the rest of the collection is anything like this, its going to be an incredible season! The detail that has gone into this gown is amazing. From the delicate ruching to the jewel touch on the shoulder, its a simple, elegant gown, and sure to make you look a million lindens on a special night with your someone. The colour is amazing too...and I'm not a big fan of red, but I loved this shade! Heck I just love this gown!

Wearing - Guenevere Set in Silver from Aluinn

Gorgeous jewellry sets are another weakness of mine, and the new Guenevere sets from Aluinn have just rocketed to the number one spot on my favourites list. The detailing and design is impeccible and this is one set that looks just as good from the back as it does from the front, so its perfect to wear with your favourite updo and strapless gown. In a choice of gold or silver metal, its one set you will want in both. I wonder if I can get away with wearing it with jeans and a tshirt?

Pose - International Model 6 #7
Wearing - Pumpkin Ensemble from Rainbow's End

Perfect for this time of year is the pumpkin ensemble from Rainbow's End. I got such a smile on my face when I popped it on and just had fun watching the smilie pumpkin faces as I moved around. Complete with pumps, pumpkin pasties and full body pumpkin tatts, its just a fun outfit for this time of year.

Told you I would be short and sweet today. I haven't had a chance to edit the rest of my pictures, so I will save them for Saturday!

Check out the list of vacancies Ake posted yesterday if you are interested in joining us here on Harlow. I know I can't wait to see what she will be posting next - especially if its teasers about new poses from Zelly!

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Midweek Fabulousness From Harlow!

Getting excited about the Scavenger hunt yet? I know we at Harlow are. I haven't even begun thinking about a costume yet...cos I just have so many to choose from. How do you decide something like this? Good or bad? Scary or sexy? Ack too many decisions!

Pose - Sultry #7
Wearing - Jordan : Naughty Nurse from Multiple Personality Disorder Cameron : Striped Silk Pjama Pants from XTC

Cam took little persuasion today to come and play hospital with me, especially when he saw this super sexy costume from MPD! I'm not a very good nurse though....I appear to have chopped off one of his arms...oops! Complete with shoes, stockings, hat and even a nasty looking syringe, its the most sexy naughty nurse outfit on the grid, and its only $1!!!! You need to run in and snap it up today, and check out the rest of the costumes in store on Harlow.

Pose - International Model 8 #2
Wearing - Teardrop Gift Set from Aluinn

I love classic and tasteful jewellry sets, and Aluinn has some of my favourite designs, and is just the perfect finishing touch to any gown or outfit. There are so many gorgeous sets and designs in store that you will have trouble deciding on which to pick up...or get your SO to pick up for you *wink*

Pose - International Model 4 #10
Wearing - Keys to My Heart Tank Gift from Insatiable Fashions, Too Tight Leather Pants from XTC and Ornate and Black Pearls Bracelet from Aluinn

I have to admit, these pants from XTC are my favourites! I pretty much live in them and just keep changing the top I wear with them. This tank top from Insatiable Fashions great with them and its cute and fun too. Check out their store for more fun and flirty tanks and shirts at wonderful prices. The Bracelet from the Aluinn gift bag just finishes this outfit off perfectly.

Pose - International Model 6 #10
Wearing - Liaison in Red from Awesome Designs

From Awesome Designs comes Liaison, a cute flexi dress, or wear the longer ballgown skirt and you are ready for a night out dancing under the stars with your special someone.

Pose - International Model 7 #9
Wearing - Jewel Top Gift from CS Fandango

I love how you never just get a simple top or dress as a gift from CS Fandango. With this cute tank top, you also receive matching earrings, a bangle, belly ring, belt and a pair of flat shoes. The rest of the stock in store is just as wonderful too! Definately a store to check out.

Pose - International Model 5 #4
Wearing - Black & Yellow Stilettos from MEB and Silk Pants from XTC

I love a gorgeous pair of stilettos, and this pair from MEB is just incredible. Not only are they super sexy with a stunning high heel, but the colour combination is stunning too. They look great when just lounging around at home or for wearin gout with on of your favourite outfits. I chose to lounge around in my silk pants from XTC.

Check out the post by Ake to see the vacancies we currently have with us at Harlow.

Its so great having Zelly back with us. Just in time for the big party too. We all know she can never pass one of those up! Hope to see you there in your costumey best too!

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Mid-Week Updates!

Its Wednesday, which means I'm back with some more stuffies from Harlow for you to enjoy.

Pose - International Model 4 #1
Wearing - Dollarbie Gift from Drop Dead Diva

Another new store on Harlow is D3 - Drop Dead Diva. I popped on in to check it out and stumbled across their dollarbie gift, which put me in an Alice Cooper frame of mind. Maybe it was the tight leather pants, but I dug out my Alice eye makeup skin and went posing in a graveyard. There are some really cute outfits in store, so do check them out!

Pose - Enchantress #5
Wearing - Grunge Boots from MEB

I love love love boots! MEB's grunge boots are just perfect for stomping around SL in and look fabulous with jeans! These boots come with a handy resizing option - and be careful when doing that. With wonderful textures and gorgeous detailing, these boots will soon be a staple of your footwear wardrobe!

Pose - Chiquita Buena #10
Wearing - Moneypenny from Milady's Fancy

Milady's Fancy has some of the most gorgeous clothing in SL and this outfit is one of my favs. Perfect for Autumn, it has a luxurious cowl neck sweater with several skirt options. Available in a variety of colours, you will soon find the right one for your changing wardrobe.

Pose - Darling Divas
Wearing - Jordan: Fury in Red & Cameron: Fortress from XTC

I just had to sneak another fangirl post in this week, especially after Cameron was sent this amazing new outfit for men from XTC. Not only will you find amazing dresses, corsets (drool) and jackets for women in store, but the men's designs are breathtaking, so you ladies need to drag your partner, boyfriend, boytoy - any male you know - in to check it out. I love this dress though. Tight leather, textures and coloured, its simply gorgeous. There is a selection of colours available too, so there is definately one for you!

Pose - International Model 14 #9
Wearing - Cameo in Vanilla from Out.Rage

Out.Rage has this lovely dress with bands of gorgeous purple detailing around the waist and hemline. After all, its not Autumn everywhere and this dress will be just the thing for wearing out shopping or hanging with friends. With a sit smart skirt option as well, its a great addition to your inventory.

I'll see you back here on Saturday with some more awesome stuff from our stores at Harlow.

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Midweek Goodness from Harlow!

Its Wednesday, Humpday, halfway through yet another week, and I'm back with some more amazing items from Harlow...including my most favourite dress from my most favourite new store. Beware - fangirl mode incoming!!! Be sure to pick up a copy of the October issue of Icon Magazine from the kiosk outside the Striking Poses store and check out the article featuring our wonderful Zelly and Ake and the ordeal they went through bringing Striking Poses into line with the new TOS guidelines, as well as many more fabulous articles.

Pose - Sassy 9
Wearing - AfterShock Leather Minidress from XTC

The problem with most leather clothing you find around the grid if that it doesn't really look like leather. Not only will you find the best designs for men and women in XTC, but they look so realistic that you can almost hear the leather as you move in it. From Jackets and pants, to corsets (yum!!!!) and minidresses, you will find something you love here. I am totally fangirl about this store and all my friends have been pretty much ordered to check it out. If you love quality clothing and leather, you NEED to run and check this store out asap!!!!

Pose - Hello Lover 1
Wearing - Funny Panties from Ema's Secret

You can never have enough panties in your inventory, and the funny panties from Ema's Secret are just adorable and look so comfy to wear, especially for dancing around in your bedroom! Available in a multi-pack of 4 colours, these panties are a must have for any inventory.

Pose - In The Mood 3
Wearing - Hermosa in Black from Awesome Designs

New from Awesome Designs is Hermosa. Complete with earrings, shoes and bangles, its the perfect outfit for shopping, hanging out with friends or just wearing around the grid. With a flaired skirt or straight tight skirt, its a very versatile and cute dress. The addition of the belt in a shade that compliments the floral design on the top is a gorgeous touch. Its also available in white and lavender, if black is not your shade.

Popcorn Food Fighter from Fire Good

We all enjoy grabbing our popcorn as we sit around watching the various dramas that pop up around the place. Now thanks to Fire Good, you can not only grab your popcorn, you can throw it at those drama queens as well! This is one of the new range of food fighters in store. Also available is the Corndog, Caramel Apple and Jello Bar launchers. You'll have tons of fun with these. I do!

Mixed Bouquet in Pumpkin from Jazzy's Home Furnishings

I have a wonderfully festive item from another one of our new stores for you. Perfect for this time of year is this adorable bouquet of flowers in a pumpkin. Jazzy's Home Furnishings have all those lovely little touches to make your house a home. From pictures for your walls to flowers and furniture, all at incredible prices too.

Black and Red Buckled Stiletto from MEB

Elegant and classy, two words to describe the new range of stiletto heels from MEB. Stilettos are another inventory must have, and this new range is something you will wear again and again. Perfect with jeans or a little black dress, they are not only very versatile, but look fabulous too.

We still have three stores available to rent at Harlow. Not only do you get a fabulous Sim to be a part of, but you have access to the Harlow Subscribo Group, the fabulous Harlow team of Ake, Rhiann and myself promoting you through this blog, notices and events, and a discount of 20% if you pay 4 weeks in advance.

Store 22 - 50 Prims $250/wk
Store 51 - 75 Prims $375/wk
Store 54 - 75 Prims $375/wk

Enjoy the rest of your week. I will catch you again on Saturday!

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Sneaking in on Monday...Just!

Eep I'm cutting it close with the post today. I hit a "no motivation" spot this morning and kept putting things off and now rushing to get in before its Tuesday and Ake's posting day! I do have some awesome things for you today though, so let's get to it.

Pose - Vanessa Paradise Dollarbie
Wearing - Alexandra ($649) from Ali Couture

I just LOVE this gown! In fact I haven't taken it off since Alia sent it to me, except for doing other pictures that is anyway. Its just the most stunning thing I have ever seen...and thats saying something. With three versions of the bodice (standard, see through and a prim draped version) and a gorgeous rose trimmed skirt, its spectacular and looks incredible when you're dancing. It also comes with the roses for your hair. This is a definate MUST HAVE gown!!!

Pose - Tatiana Del Toro Dollarbie
Wearing - Prada ($490) from MEB

Another one of my favourite designs from MEB is the Prada dress. Its simply lovely! I love the delicacy of it and the muted colouring. It flows amazingly and is an elegant summer dress for any special occasion. Its dressy enough to go from shopping trip to a night out dancing. You will fall in love with this dress too, or maybe something else in the store. All the designs are something special!

Pose - Cameron : Marlon Brando Dollarbie Jordan - Stop in the Name of Love Group Pose (left)
Wearing - Tees ($75) from T Junction

Omg just when I thought I couldn't laugh anymore, I opened my new releases from T Junction and found some of the best shirts yet!!!! For Cam - "Buy me another beer, you're still ugly" which did have me wishing I could ctrl alt del him!!!! Here we are hanging out at the Bewitched set in the Studio. Have you checked it out yet? We have cleverly replicated the living room from bewitched and its open for you to come have some fun with and its also the setting for our photo competition. Don't forget to check out T Junction for the funniest tees in SL!

Pose - Tiffany Theissen Lucky Chair
Wearing - Tee ($75) from T Junction and Scotty Shorts ($20) from RLF

RLF is owned by a new designer just wetting her feet in the clothing field and her first attempt, the Scotty Shorts, are just super. They are unisex and look good on whether you are a male or female. Cameron modelled them for me earlier and he looked hot in them, but I pinched them back cos I love them! I slipped into yet another T Junction release - Come to the dark side...we have cookies! Mmmm cookies! Look out dark side, here I come! RLF also do custom shapes as well as some standard models sold in store.

Have you heard about the special store at Harlow? Called Penny Palisade, its our Sim gift to you all. Everything in it comes from our generous vendors and is priced at $25 or less. I had a look around earlier and picked up a few things shown below. Only available at Penny Palisade.

Pose - Natalia Vodianova #3
Wearing - Ruffles Lingerie ($25) from STC

From Sweeter Than Candy, you will find this gorgeous lingerie set.

Pose - Scarlet Johansson #5
Wearing - Casual Grey Shirt and Crystal Mimi eyes ($25) from Ema's Secret

As well as the shirt and eyes, you also receive a belly piercing and nail colour.

There is so much super shopping to be found on Harlow. We've also got our new Event Diva, Rhianna, cooking up some special plans so keep your eyes open for details coming soon.

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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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Welcome to the Weekend!!!!

Time for some more yumminess from the stores on Harlow. I'm going to jump straight into it today.

Pose - I forgot to write it down!
Wearing - Ambre ($290) from MEB

Omg you HAVE HAVE HAVE to check out this store. Gorgeous designs, fabulous textures and so many outfits you will fall in love with. MEB is one of my new favourite stores and after the hair fair, I will be stocking up on gorgeousness from their store! The Ambre dress I am wearing is a perfect examples of design and textures they use to make their clothing stand out of the crowd. The use of colour and pattern is simply yummy! Run on in and see if you are in love with the clothing as I am.

Pose - Snow Bunny #2
Wearing - White Lilac Hair ($300) from Calla

Calla has been a favourite hair store of mine...well pretty much since my early SL days. The colours and styles have always appealed to me, and to many others. The new textures and styles are proving to be every bit as popular as the old ones, and there is no slowing Calla down. This style is just gorgeous! I am a huge fan of the short and sassy styles. The white lilac hair I am wearing is especially adorable. If you haven't seen the new styles at Calla, come on in and look. They are delicious!

Pose - Playboy 0309 Germany
Wearing - Bloom Earrings ($450) from Flirt

Earring lovers, like me, will drool over the amazing designs of jewellry from Flirt. I love the delicacy of the flowers in the bloom range and the colours are incredible. There is the perfect accent for any outfit here. You will go gaga over the selection and have a really hard time choosing a favourite. I know I still can't.

Pose - Black Widow
Wearing - Revenge ($179) from Divalicious

Sexy, sassy and affordable, thats how I would describe Divalicious. The store is packed with really fabulous outfits at wonderful prices. There really is something in here for everyone's tastes too. Being the huge corset fan I am, I was instantly taken with the Revenge outfit and just had to have it. I love how it works with the skirt layer and without. Looks like my friend loves it too! I'm sure it will effect all your male friends the same way!

She's a Maniac ($175) from Sugar Mill

One of my all time favourite novelty pose stores without a doubt is Sugar Mill. From poses based on movies, like the one above from Flashdance, to hilarious figments from Anicia's imagination, this store has always inspired me and kept me laughing. Just the other day a friend remarked that she had always wanted to take a picture in the chair and shower from Flashdance and her jaw dropped when I said I already had the props for that! If you are looking for something a bit different for a picture, check out Sugar Mill for inspiration.

Cupcake Launcher ($100) from Fire Good

As soon as I logged in yesterday, my other half IMed me and said I HAD to go to Fire Good and pick up the Cupcake Launcher. Again we're back to the fact he calls me Cupcake and its the just the perfect accessory for me to have. So I bounced on in, picked it up and OMG I love it! You have a tray of delicious looking cupcakes that you hold in your hand, move into mouselook and you can fire them at people. Cupcakes and sprinkles fly everywhere!!!! Without a doubt, its my new favourite toy! There's plenty of other marvallous toys and things to look at in Fire Good. So if you have a warped sense of humour like I do, you need to check it out asap!

There's only a few stores left available to rent on the Harlow sim, so let me know if you want one of them and I'll sort you out with one of them. We also have a subscribomatic for the sim which all of our stores are able to use to let you know what they have for you and also to let you know of sim events, contests and goings on. Hit one of them if you would like to keep up to date with Harlow.

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