Virtual Style Divas

Lookbook 5

2011-10-20T12:13:00.000-07:00

Outfit

Dress: SICULO79

Hair: ACS (Anshe Chung Studios)

Makeup

Eyes: Yadira

Lips: Doll

Eyeshadow: Gensys

Eyelashes: mercuria

Pose: Frenzoo

Lookbook 4

2011-07-30T12:01:00.000-07:00

Hair: Clawtooth - Dream Weaver Hair Fair 2011
Flower: Clawtooth Hair Fair 2011 gift
Pants: Church Of Lux - Skinny Jeans
Shoes: N-Core - Black Stilleto Heels old gift
Top: Acid & Mala Creations - Silk Top Magenta
Skin: Mother Goose
Tattoo: [...[Dark&Burn]...] - Wonderful Paradise

Link Love 6.26.2011

2011-06-26T08:40:00.000-07:00

♥JuicyBomb reports on new Pink Fuel skins
♥Giraffes are fun. Elephants too! Tokidoki
♥Flower Dance. Freshen up your Sims 3 wardrobe with AnubisUndertheSun.
♥Secret's out! How is everyone liking Frenzoo Pets?
♥Due for an SL inventory cleaning? OhMyOhmai inventory sorting tutorial.

Neon Looks

2011-06-25T08:07:00.000-07:00

The summer heat has been killing me these past few days! I don't know if it's the sun reflecting off backyard pools or the Gem marathons I've been watching. Neon colors are defiantly something to add within my upcoming Frenzoo creations.

Lookbook 3

2011-05-31T17:11:00.000-07:00

Hair: !lamb - Glass Candy - Butterfinger
Top: Loveme. - vintage T-shirt 'A'
Shorts: fri.day - Denim Shorts (dark wash)
Boots: Gos - DOC 8 Hole
Scarf - Mon Tissu - Infinity Scarf - Heather
Bag: Milk Motion - My Fabric Bag
Bracelet: edge grafica /37 bracelet (SL Marketplace)
Skin: Vive9 (old gift)

Lookbook 2

2011-05-29T14:05:00.000-07:00

Hair: !lamb. Heart - Honeycomb Roots (gift)
Dress: FAB.PONY "Kimmy" Tropical Dress
Shoes: [Armidi Gisaci] - Dalia Pump (in yellow)

Link Love: 5.24.11

2011-05-24T20:52:00.000-07:00

♥ A Dome for your Room by LdyDth
♥ Converting IMVU to Frenzoo with Blender by jazzKat
♥ Making Rooms and Scenes using Blender by jazzKat
♥ How to add Sticky Surfaces and Avatarspots by Vera
♥ 3DMax Animation Tutorial by Polygon_Mesh

Why Hello 2011, It's Been A While

2011-03-27T15:25:00.000-07:00

Let just dust this place off a bit, oh and ignore the cobwebs in the corner.

There's been many new changes within the Frenzoo world, here's a list of a few new things noticed:

New UI - so smooth and crispy!!
Chat improvements - group chat and less lag *on my laptop using Chrome*
Games - if you don't feel like customizing or chatting
Mentor Program

I know there's probably more that I'm missing but the site is continually improving and growing! Along with rooms and furniture, my favorite part of Frenzoo is avatar customizing! Ever week new templates have been added to the library and here are a few I want to show off.

New Coat and Boot Template!

Hair: Vera
Eyeshadow: Oyen
Coat: lo_specchio
Tights: misselle
Shorts: Frenzoo
Shoes: xoxoskittlesxoxo
Pose: msSlinkySilks

Various creative designs using new Dress Template

Hair: prettykitty
Lip Color: sincetta
Dress 1: NAME
Dress 2: sincetta
Dress 3: lo_specchio

Long slinky dress and open toed heels template

Hair: Cooki3.101
Necklace: Frill
Dress: Vera
Shoes: StylePixie
Pose: msSlinkySilks

(New!) Back to School Collection

2010-12-09T23:19:00.000-08:00

Hi all! I know it has been a long while! but time has been scarce, I do hope all of you have been well and good, the other day I had a sudden burst of inspiration and put together this small collection on Frenzoo,

It is a kind of sophisticated back to school type theme, which is to be part of the FW 2010 collection, a bit late I know, but things have been alles hectic.

Would love to hear your feedback about this collection, you can check it out at the store as well,

xoxo

Sheeana

July Issue of Frenzy Magazine

2010-07-11T15:03:00.000-07:00

The newest issue of Frenzy is here!

The July issue focus on this years World Cup craze along with new features packed in the magazine.

Read Frenzy

Follow my blog with bloglovin

At Long Last, Frenzoo Menswear

2010-04-27T01:19:00.000-07:00

Shirt left: Painted by Sheeana
Shirt right: Military by Sheeana
Pants: Extended blue jeans by Dalriada

Frenzoo is my home-world, the place of my virtual birth, and I suppose that's why I can be critical of it sometimes. It's one of those places I want to see push forward and improve.

One of my big pet peeves over the last month is the incredible lack of good menswear on Frenzoo. There is virtually no outfit in the shop that I can see a man, who I would personally oggle, wearing. Don't get me wrong, a lot of these items are really creative. They are just way out there--most of them look like they came straight out of a crazy Tim Burton movie.

Now, I am seeing a trickle of high quality menswear in the shop. It's a relief, and hopefully a sign for more to come.

There are a few creator's to thank: Sheeana, AppleBees, and Dalriada have been uploading some nice male items. Well done ladies! Men, please jump on the bandwagon. I am hoping to see a few more guys uploading male items.

My requests for Frenzoo creators: more realistic menswear, some nice man hair, and some skins that actually blend well with the Frenzoo skin.

My request to Frenzoo: Please make your male avatars look older than prepubescent man-children. It can be really creepy chatting with another guy on Frenzoo.

Interview with Scarlet Niven

2010-04-06T17:15:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

Last month, I participated in Frenzoo's monthly VIP challenge contest and won first place! The contest theme was to create a mature fashion and makeup type advertisment for a user age 20+ and was judged by Second Life blogger Scarlett Niven. The winner also got to be interviewed for her blog.

Here's her review of my entry:

This fitted dress has great detail on the texture with the creases in the dress and seams giving it a very realistic look. The shoulder accents in the shiny textured multi colored silver gives the dress just the right amount of added detail without taking away attention from the actual dress. Accessories are kept to a minimum letting the outfit shine. Simple silver earrings and black pumps are just the right choice. I love the glossy silvery plum of the lips on the skin as well as the highlighting on the eyes, long lashes and warming up of the skin with just the right amount of blush. This AV is definitely giving a Rhianna vibe!

You can catch the completed interview here.

Happy Easter all!

2010-04-01T04:22:00.001-07:00

Hey all!

Happy Easter!!!

I will be MIA for 5 days while basking in the sun!

so hope you all have a great one!!!

xxxx
Sheeana

Fan Art - Sheeana's Boutique :D

2010-03-27T19:13:00.000-07:00

Hey all!

How are you all? it has been a manic week what with work and travelling - but it was such a delight to come back to see this beautiful artwork from Frenzoo user Zuzubugaliboo,

Such a sweet user, and I am so honored, how exciting! :D

Thank you so much Zuzu!!

xoxox
Sheeana

My First Set of Skins for Sale! - Sheeana's Boutique

2010-03-22T19:42:00.000-07:00

Hey All!

I am so excited to share with you something which I have found and still find a challenge! - Skins!

I created this skin in tones 1 and 2 last week - and it took me a while - and I know its not super amazing, but I am pretty excited that I got it half there! :D

Feedback is most welcome - I know there are so many improvements to be made, but I am really excited that I have finally been able to release something I am happy with :)

I basically sat infront of my pc - shading, dodging, burning, highlighting, till I was happy with the result - ofcourse I added freckles - because they are just ever so cute :)

The make up is not so heavy, but it comes with the face, so I hope you enjoy!!

created on: http://www.frenzoo.com/
visit my store

xxxxxxx
Sheeana

Sheeana's Boutique Adverts! Showcased in Frenzy Mag!

2010-03-20T02:00:00.000-07:00

Hey all! I have been a busy bee recently - and have designed two adverts to start a series of advertising campaigns that I hope to continue throughout, these two will be placed in Frenzy Mag - I loved the beach one so much I decided to turn it into an advert!

So see below - they were released today!!

hope you like!!

xxxxxx
Sheeana

Tough Diva

2010-03-19T23:05:00.000-07:00

Wearing:
Outfit by Keke La Diva
Doc Boots by Gos

We are now accepting free ad space for virtual world shop owners. Click Here for more information.

Be Nude

2010-03-18T18:46:00.000-07:00

Spring provide a new start, a new dream for us.

Please sit down and listen to the nature.

While shuttling between reality and fantasy and exploring joy and sorrow of life, actually you have no time to take rest.

This weekend, you can try to escape from the hectic schedule, turn off your iphone and then go hiking with your friends and family.

Grasp chance to be closer to nature. :)

hair: light brown hair by Rox

bottom: Pink Leg Warmers by Bellemy

top: Striped Dress by Sheeana

hair: Deep brown by Rox

shoes: Beige Boots by Glamorous

scene: Venus landscape by polygon_mesh

keZ

New Virtual Funness

2010-03-18T07:12:00.000-07:00

Hi all!

If you haven't heard, Koinup and Frenzoo announced on their blogs that they are finally teaming up. I am a big user of both sites, and it is quite exciting to hear that they are coming together. What's even better is the new virtual funness that comes along with their partnership.

Automatic snapshot upload.

That's right, picture crazy people of the metaverse. Everytime you add a snapshot picture in your Frenzoo album, it is automatically uploaded into Koinup.

This is pretty darned nifty, if you ask me. I had a play around with it already. Yep, that's my personal snapshot above.

This new feature will be a lot of fun for Frenzoo users. It's really convenient, and I'm excited to see more Frenzoo users on Koinup, showing off their personal styles and art.

More importantly, how will the creator's take advantage of this nifty tool? They have just been handed an uber convenient method of advertising their designs, not just on Frenzoo, but across virtual worlds.

The implications are exciting.

Wait, it gets even better....

At long last, Frenzoo is finally being listed as a virtual world option on Koinup. Koinup users, you know what I am talking about. When you upload a picture, you are prompted to choose which world that picture belongs to.

Don't get me wrong, I am a member of a few virtual worlds, all of which I love dearly. Still, Frenzoo is my homeworld. It was the world of my virtual birth, and thus has a special place in my heart (just like my rinky dinky hometown in real life). It has been dissappointing to dub my Frenzoo works as "Other Worlds" art. Finally, all of my works will have happy, virtual homes.

What are your thoughts on the new Koinup/Frenzoo superhero duo? Have you tried it out yet?

Tie dye at the Beach! - Sheeana's Boutique

2010-03-15T23:53:00.000-07:00

Hi all! Last week I had a creative burst, and after playing around in Photoshop, I created these two dresses in a tie dyed effect, I paid very close attention to the colour pallette so that I would be able to mix and macth properly, overall there are 6-8 colours used in these dresses blended over each other.

I guess I can't wait for the summer!! :D

This is just part 1 of the summer dresses I have created with these silhouettes,

Let me know what you think!

enjoy! :)

I created the dresses on Frenzoo, and my shop can be found at Sheeana's Boutique.
background via Deviantart - Sicho

xxxx
Sheeana

Retro Spring

2010-03-14T18:43:00.000-07:00

Whoa, what is this? Misselle writing a post?!

Spring is almost here and that means it's time to renew your wardrobe! Lets take a look at Sheeana's new retro dresses. Colorful geometric shapes and a playful mesh silhouette gives these dresses a modern look. To complete the outfit, grab a pair of trendy sequin clutch bags in 3 different colors.

Now stop staring at the pictures and go try them on yourself!

Sheeana's Boutique

Congratulations Misselle!

2010-03-10T22:56:00.000-08:00

Hey all,

Misselle just won a Frenzoo contest - where Scarlett Niven picked the winners!

Here is to congratulating her! Yay Misselle!

For all the contest details and other entries check out Frenzoo's Blog!

xxxxxxx
Sheeana

New Dresses on Frenzoo!

2010-03-10T08:19:00.000-08:00

Hey all, How are you? :D

So I played around a bit in my spare time and came up with these polka dotted trimmed dresses...... what do you think?.....I chose jewel tones for effect and played with dodge and burn till I was happy with the results - Its very me, I would love to own this in real life, lol I need to start designing outside the box!

But all in all, a classic sophisticated look which you can dress up or down, and match back with accessories to be a day dress or cocktail dress for the evening.

Hope you all like! :D

xxxx

Sheeana

New template!!

2010-03-09T01:18:00.000-08:00

Hello all!!

well as you can see our new layout and template has finally been loaded up!

what do you think??

a big thank you to Misselle who has been working on it and ofcourse as time goes on - we will be making tweaks, because we are just that perfectionist - but towards the goal we go!

(avatar from Frenzoo *its Misselle!*, top by Sheeana)

Hope you all likeys!!! Please leave your feedback, we would like that alot!

xxxxxxxxx

Sheeana and Misselle

New Sub brand opened - Dojo by Sanders Beaumont

2010-03-08T23:00:00.000-08:00

Hi all,

I have recently become a fan of this fashion brand in Second Life called Fleur de Lys and the designer behind it called Sanders Beaumont, 9image on left) you would have noticed in many of my photos, I have been wearing his creations, particulary in "Springtime" and "Looks with Attitude" posts...........

He recently released a new collection that is much edgier and fun called Dojo , the Spring 2010 collection is amazing, a total stark contrast to his much more feminine line Fleur de Lys, but very cool nonetheless, the store is minimalistic and very chic, definitely check it out!

For more information:

website

Dojo

Fleur de Lys

I hope you enjoy this designer as much as I do, I will be keeping tabs on him, looking most forward to his future work!

xxxxxx

Sheeana

RaR - Sims Designer - Tattoos! - talent find!

2010-03-08T19:01:00.000-08:00

Hi all,

How are you? It's been a while no? sorry about that!

Thought would share with you today, this Sims designer - RaR - her work is amazing,
but I thought she made the cutest tattoo lingerie sets, they are really funky and cool, something a bit different and a little off the beaten track.......

I love how she manages to mesh so many different colours together to make it work, and how distressed the overall effect is. Really cool and rock glam.

Like them? find the download links below the pictures!

Download here

Hope you enjoyed this talent find!

xxxxx

Sheeana

IMVU Shopping Spree

2010-03-02T01:42:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone!

It dawned on my last week that I had created an IMVU account a long time ago. The last time I tried using IMVU, I was immediately approached by a guy who was interested in...other things. Thus, I left. That was nearly a year ago.

I decided it was time to try it again. Besides, it is part of my virtual exploration. I logged back in for the first time in ages and found that I had an awesome 3D room,
but my avatar was still in newbie clothes. I needed get rid of my strange-looking newbie bod and upgrade into an outfit that suited my personality. So I did what any fun-loving shopaholic would do....Fashion shopping spree anyone?

It was a little hard to find some outfits that fit my virtual style, but I finally found a very cute outfit.

Oufit-Sassyfi3d by OhioDim3

Hair-Brunette Susana by Culpa

Skin-Smoke&Cherries by Corse Puppet

Head-Drvbl Head 9 by Sirenize

Glasses: JL.Est: Glasses by JaSiMiNeE

I fell in love with the updo. It was so cute and fun, but chic at the same time. And any of my avatar's just wouldn't be complete without a pair of glasses.

What do you think?

After that, I decided to go exploring in my new IMVU clothing and found a very interesting place with animated mushrooms. It was quite fun watching Miidasu (my IMVU name) being tossed between two overly hyper mushrooms.

In all it was a fun new adventure and I look forward to finding more cute outfits and crazy places.

Until then, I'm on the lookout for cute and cheap accessories.

~Miidasu

Plays with Makeup

2010-02-28T10:00:00.000-08:00

Hey all,

How goes it? :D

I found these amazing skins that so work for the fashion angle that I love so much, so at Arcs, I let myself go with close ups and I loved this one the most.

What do you think? I love the detailing of the tattoos around the eyes and it gives the whole look a couture mood.

Ooh lala no? :)

Credits:

Hair/Makeup/Skin - Vanity Hair

Dress - Relentless Couture

Venues - ARCS

Hope you likes!

xxxx

Sheeana

Looks with attitude

2010-02-27T20:07:00.001-08:00

Hey All,

So recently I have found these amazing designer shops on Second Life, and thus have been creating looks in game.

I chose these two looks because I felt that they really carry the right attitude in them, its not only about the clothing but how the post processing works, I wanted to show the attitude that could be carried out through the clothes, pose and environment.

Hope you enjoy!

Credits:

Venues: Top: Five Fantasies Resort - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Vellas%206/195/39/601

Bottom: Random staircase at a store.

Dress: Sanders Beaumont - FDL - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dithmarschen/120/134/603

Shoes - Kalnin - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Copley%20Square/201/23/24

Hair - hair Vanity - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Waterton%20Way/190/84/22

Sunglasses - Vintage from 3 years ago

xxxxx

Sheeana

Military Boho

2010-02-26T02:06:00.000-08:00

hey all!

What do you think of my military boho look?

I tend to like to mix up my items abit, pairing things that are unusual together, in this look, I've paired girly with urban, and plays with textural differences too.

All in all, I call this my military boho - and is very much inspired with how I dress myself IRL.

Textural play is so much fun for me and I enjoy it immensely,

please feel free to leave comments!

styling via http://www.looklet.com/

to see more of my looks: http://looklet.com/user/304703

xxxxx
Sheeana

The Far Away....

2010-02-25T20:42:00.000-08:00

Hi all,

I hope you aren't getting sick of my numerous photo taking adventures...

but was with my friend in SL - and he took me to this wonderful place called

"The Far Away"

So I played around with both the scenery and with my avatar, I did a little bit of post processing on the pictures but not might - mainly tweaking colours, I think I could literally plan 500 photo shoots there lol.

I decided to go for a golden mood, and decked myself out in a gold dress with golden cowboy boots, matched with ash blonde hair. Thought it suited the environment, my friend had a chuckle as I landed in a floral dress and went "argh it doesnt match my outfit" and proceeded to change.

The white cloth there actually blows in the breeze,

There's my friend in the background enjoying the view, not of me ofcourse.

Credits:
Hair: Curio

Dress: Volt Designs

Skin/Eyes/Eyelashes: Hana by Redgrave

Hope you like and please feel free to share tips, comments, opinions, or your own travels with us! we would love to hear from you!

xxxx

Sheeana

Frenzoo Catwalk!!

2010-02-25T07:00:00.000-08:00

Catwalk!!! woooohoo!!

Frenzoo just released a new scene and its to ah die for - for all you fashionistas out there, you can actually model your clothes and creations! YAY! I was going to post a video - but alas my connection fails me - will try to at a later stage - but check out the catwalk, you can click on one of the pose balls to animate the walk - scmexxxy!!

Striking a pose

Walking down the catwalk

Get your catwalk here

Makeup by Misselle, dress and shoes by me :) hair by Angelove

How exciting and totally divalicious :D

xxxxxxx
Sheeana

Digital Surrealism

2010-02-24T18:37:00.000-08:00

Error_006b by Rocapc
(aka Miguel Rotunno on
Second Life and Open Sim)

Beyond the borders of reality, there is virtual reality. Beyond the borders of virtual reality, who knows?

Long ago, Andre Breton and Salvador Dali humored expectations and enlightened imaginations. Did surrealism die with either of them? Doubtful.

If the surrealist movement lost momentum in the last few decades, it is making a huge come back in the most appropriate of places--virtual reality.

Several artists are bending the laws of rationality with digital surrealism. Virtual artists have been uploading truly magnificent works that play on our expectations of normality, igniting surprise and humor within us.

Surrealism in virtual reality is not as popular as other forms of art, but it certainly deserves mention. Most works I see on Koinup portray utopic microcosms, fullfilling society's perceptions of beauty, peace, paradise, and so on. It is refreshing to see a few rebels setting out to do what virtual reality was really meant for.

Take NeveryLorakeet. Hers is the first surrealist artwork I spotted. Instant curiosity pressed me to look further. I don’t know where to start. Her works are stunning. She captures depth beautifully, making dynamic pictures . She uses different lighting effects, poses, and backgrounds to build great images. It’s a joy to look at.

Paranoia

Take a look at NeveryLorakeet's works on her Koinup page. You are sure to be impressed and enthralled.

Koinup member Bark, from Tokyo, plays on the expectations of what makes a human body, replacing the human heads with clocks and eyeballs and creating surreal scenes and interactions. Some may call it brilliant, others may think it is a little disturbing, a few may even call it humorous. What is undeniable is that Bark's works are creative and eye-catching.

Nonsense

Bark's art is diverse and well worth a look-see. Check out her Koinup Page, blog, and Flickr account.

If you are interested in digital surrealism, check out the Koinup club dedicated to it.

Thanks for reading this far. We'll see what sort of things I can get into next

Until then, curious little darlings….

~Miidasu

Spring time!

2010-02-22T11:30:00.000-08:00

Hey all!

So was wandering around in SL again, and spent a while getting this look together:

At: ARCS blue Angel - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Angel%20Blue%20Sky/131/105/22

wearing

Hair: Vanity Hair - slurl.com/secondlife/Waterton%20Way/190/84/22

Skin: Redgrave - slurl.com/secondlife/REDGRAVE%20Womens%20Fashion/242/231/23

Dress:fleur de lys - sanders beaumont - slurl.com/secondlife/Dithmarschen/120/134/603

Photo edited by myself,

Enjoy!

xxx

Sheeana

Heart T Shirts

2010-02-21T01:24:00.000-08:00

Hi all!

So pre valentines day, I thought would come up with some cutesy heart tshirts on Frenzoo,

you can find them in my shop http://www.frenzoo.com/sheeana

the hearts were hand drawn with effects applied to them then the texture overlayed in photoshop.

hope you likes!!

xxxx

Sheeana

Inspirational Artists

2010-02-17T14:38:00.000-08:00

Hello all!

I am going to attempt to make commitment and post on every Wednesday. I hope you look forward to my virtual shenanigans.

I have become slightly obsessed with virtual photography lately. I am in awe of the things that people create. Really, there is a lot of work that you have to do after taking a snapshot to make it look beautiful, especially in virtual photography. Just look at this beautiful work by Paulina Oceanlane:

Fantasy Isle

I haven't spent a long time on Koinup, but in the time I have been on I have spotted some really inspirational and outstanding artists. There are so many talented artists that attempting to name them all would result in a complete failure. Instead, I will just highlight a few that really caught my eye.

Conniesec:

Perhaps it was the shock of Second Life nudity, or the softened background in a fashion picture. For some reason, I noticed Conniesec's work the first day I started to delve into Koinup.

It is absolutely beautiful.

She made me realize that there is a whole world of virtual art out there, just waiting to be explored. Mainly, her art focuses on female portraits. She does quite a bit of lingerie, nudes, and fashion shots. Impressively, her nudes and lingerie shots are not vulgar at all. In fact, they are quite elegant. Elegant nudity is very hard to capture when society generally frowns upon the bare human body.

Conniesec is truly a pro. Check out her personal blog and Flickr account.

Move your Bloomin' Arse by Conniesec

Sims-DreamWitch77:

I recently found Sims-DreamWitch77, a Sims artists who specializes in beautiful landscapes and portraits. I'm deeply impressed by her talent and the way she draws inspiration from songs or art. Her stunning backgrounds and attention to detail deserve special mention. I do not know much about The Sims, but she sure does make it appealing.

La dama del lago (The Sims 3)

There are certainly many more great artists out there. I'll be keeping an eye out for other inspirational and talented folks in the metaverse. Who knows who I will find by next Wednesday!

Until next time, my curious little creatures....

~Miidasu

A Second Life Exploration - Part 3

2010-02-12T20:33:00.000-08:00

Hey all!

Me again - oh you must bore of me!

Well this is the final part of the day I went a little crazy in Second Life and took photos galore,
I ended up and my avatar is still there enjoying herself at Embryo, a beautiful landscape with many little hills - where on each hill sits a beautiful landmark waiting to be discovered.

I spent most of my time here, letting my avatar bask in the foilage and light, I flitted back and forth between points and poses to get pictures that I felt were beautiful, serene, pensive and peaceful.

I really enjoyed this location immensely, it reminds me of spring time and France and a lifestyle which is rather difficult for me to have in the real world, I will definitely be coming back to this venue if only just to sit and contemplate life.

Everyone should definitely go visit,

With lots of love and hugs to all,

xxxxxxxxxxx

Sheeana

A Second Life Exploration - part 2

2010-02-11T20:25:00.000-08:00

Hey all!

Part 2 here! Oh put those groans away :p

So after my obsesson with my newly hot avatar, I headed to Mao - where I went to see what I have yet to visit in Beijing, the Great Wall of China.

It was soooooooooo cool! Played around with lighting and poses a bit and came up with below,

My favourite is most definitely the sunset one, though I rather like the black and white too - I wanted to play with form a little there - but I dont think I am experienced enough yet, but all in all it was a good trip and as I relearn and learn again, I am sure I will be heading back!

Hope you likes!

Constructive criticism always appreciated :)

xxxxxxx

Sheeana

A Second Life exploration - part 1.

2010-02-10T18:55:00.001-08:00

Hi all! how are you?? Hope all is well :)

After a long absence from Second life, I ventured back in with a mission - I wanted to finally sort my avatar out and make her prettier than before! So I started fiddling with the sizes, faces, body sliders and came to the conclusion that I, Sheeana am just not destined for body and face sculpting. I admit it, I'm hopeless.

So I did what I do best, I shopped!

First stop - body shapes!

I being a long departed veteran, newly returned noob - went searching and found myself in Platinum, where the notecard for windlight settings was most helpful!!

There I found myself staring at shapes by Noon, very beautifully presented-and bought myself a body - yay! I was smitten with my new hot bod.

With the shape package came also a note card, which listed where you would visit to complete your look - what a godsend! So here I was, tourist Sheeana following this notecard as it was my bible and went on a massive shopping spree. (note to self - take photos of stores next time!)

First stop - Skins - Redgrave - omg heaven for skins - amazing - simply amazing.

Then onto Curio where I bought my hair, beautiful selections and textured so well.

and finally stopped at Maitreya where my mouth literally dropped open, the store design and decor is amazing, it's like walking into a higher end Abercrombie and Fitch, merchandise displays were beautifully done and shop stock amazingly created with great attention to detail. A MUST see.

I bought my outfit there, and I have to say my favourite is the long scarf, when you click on it you can change it to flexi, windswept left, right, etc - fantastic.

Right - so all dressed up and perfected, I looked up some places I wanted to visit, the first destination was this pub, beautifully cozy and reminiscent of a classy London pub, this is where it all started,

What do you think? After this session I went to Mao - the Great wall of China in Second life, but that will be continued in Part 2, hope you enjoyed this somewhat drab commentary lol!

till part 2 beautifuls! :D (yes I know that is in poor grammar).

xxxx

Sheeana

Blog Template Going Under Construction

2010-02-09T22:29:00.000-08:00

hey all!

Sheeana here -

Misselle and I are working on brand spanking new blog layout and thus due to complaints of previous layout not being condusive to blog reading - we have reverted to a classic template for now, until our new template will be finished!

Please bear with us! we are working really hard to get everything full steam ahead! - we will continue posting as we go along though so no frets!! :D

lots of love!

xxxxx

Sheeana

image courtesy of: http://www.koinup.com/ferdin448/work/170013/

IMVU Photoshoot - xsassyjenx's collection

2010-02-09T18:31:00.000-08:00

Hey all!

Here I am again with my IMVU avatar Snippyish, I found this designer on IMVU named xsassyjenx and absolutely fell inlove with her texturing and detailing, it inspired me to head back to my new spa where I went a little snapshot crazy, I am absolutely in love with her zebra jacket, and this fuschia dress - the texturing ever so wonderful and detailed.

I haven't touched up any of these photos, so expect some further projects along the line, but I really enjoyed myself snapping away last night!

Credits:

Shoes: maspc
Skin: Nessa
Eyes: hermafrodyke
Head: SinfulBeauti

Dresses: xsassyjenx

Jacket: xsassyjenx

Hair: xsassyjenx

Scene: 69Step

Hope you enjoy!

Fun link for you creatives! Colour Career Counsellor

2010-02-08T22:56:00.000-08:00

My friend sent me this link today,

what a fun way to find out your career direction! have a go! it uses colours to determine career options. Click on the link below!

Colour Career Counsellor

Just a fun mid week link :)

xxx
Sheeana

playing around

2010-02-07T07:05:00.000-08:00

Hey all,

Have just been on IMVU styling some looks,

went for a funky Balmain soft rock kind of look.. and snapping away in my new Dubai mansion.

hehe hopes you likey :D

xxxx

Sheeana

Hair: Demeral

top: PandoRaoo

Jeans: FCSusan

Shoes: maspc

Skin: Nessa

Eyes: hermafrodyke

Head: SinfulBeauti

Virtual Textures are Amazing

2010-01-31T22:50:00.000-08:00

If you don’t know me, I’m Miidasu, a new contributor the blog.

I’m a metaverse newbie. I have just joined SecondLife and IMVU, and I have been on Frenzoo for almost a year now. When it comes to virtual worlds, I'm a first class neanderthal. If you see a brunette in a red coat wandering aimlessly in Second Life--that would be me.

As I continue in the young days of my virtual journey, I’m finding something amazingly fantastic.

Textures.

It seems so simple. In the real world, I hardly pay attention to textures.

I'm becoming deeply attached to Koinup, where I'm finding incredible pictures that highlight amazing textures. I can imagine how the fabric would feel on the tip of my fingers just by looking at it.

I'm awestruck by the realism. Just look at these examples I found on Koinup:

Silvergirl by TheVitaLong

Another beautiful work by TheVitaLong

Jewelry for the Eyes by Conniesec.

This one is proof that textures apply to skins, too.

Thanks for reading! For now I'm off to discover more pixelated textures.

~Miidasu

Mareaazzurra on Koinup.com

2010-01-25T18:32:00.000-08:00

Hey All,

How are you doing? Was browsing around Koinup.com today and came across this amazing Sims 2 artist, her work is so real, you should all check her work out @Mareaazurra

Absolutely stunning images and skills, keeps you mesmerised.

xxx

Sheeana

Something a tad personal...

2010-01-24T18:43:00.000-08:00

Hey all :)

How are you doing? Would like to share something a bit personal with you today,

I have been going through some pretty crazy changes recently and with that I found myself creating this graphic below one night, trying to express myself, thought I would share it with you and see what you think, its supposed to represent my frame of heart at the moment, though do not fret! I am still smiling on the outside! :D

Hope you likey!

xxx Sheeana

ps. follow me on twitter - http://twitter.com/sheeanas
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pppps. become a facebook fan of VSD here

Stunning inspiration

2010-01-23T19:38:00.000-08:00

The blog I found which lots of inspired photographs were posted in.

Pombom!

This is my thought in these photos.

Gears are like the time,

Although it is colorful world in that moment, human were eager to escape from time constraints.

Captured by azure electricteeth

Innocence in schoollife.

Laughing happily to feel the peace.

Capture by xerras azalee

keZ

Look of the Day

2010-01-19T22:42:00.000-08:00

1st Look
Coat/Dress - Keke La Diva
Shoes - Plausible Body
Sunglasses - epoque
Hair -tomoto

2nd Look
Coat/Dress -Keke La Diva
Shoes - LMK DU3
Hair - Kookie

Avatar Design Comparison

2010-01-16T11:43:00.000-08:00

EDIT: We have two new guest bloggers! keZ from Monoartiztic and Miidasu from Frenzy Blog.

I started a project to compare making simple t-shirt tops using templates from various 3d games and virtual worlds.

from left to right: IMVU, Second Life, Sims 2, Frenzoo

- Frenzoo -
Template: Frenzoo Skin Tight Top
The template is fairly easy to work with and the layout is like a long sleeve top sewing pattern. It doesn't come with an alpha map for cuts but if you don't wanna go though the process of repeat cutting, it's a good idea to have one pre-made for future uploads. Overall still a pretty good starter template for newbies.
Price: 24coins

- The Sims 2 -
Template: Untuckable Top Mesh by HystericalParoxysm
Another easy template to work with. It doesn't come with a uv map but using the right software you can extract one if needed. Unlike the Frenzoo template, this top mesh includes a bump map for texture and alpha mesh for cuts.
Price: Free (template was free but must purchase the game!)

- Second Life -
Template: Second Life Upper Torso Template by Chip Midnight
This template is the largest out of all 4 but it's the most helpful for newbie designers.I don't know anything about making prims or sculpted items, these templates deal with your basic beginner designers. I think if the template didn't have markings to show where the different parts were (e.g collar, midriff, shoulder, etc) I would've been uploading making adjustments every 20 minutes. Note: SL and Frenzoo templates are similar when it comes to easy usage.
Price: 10 $Linden

- IMVU -
Template: EZ Map Top Mesh by Dirili
This was the most expensive out of all 4 to upload. From what I understand, you have to be an active seller ("Pro") to have a low tier level uploading price. IMVU meshes are similar to the Sims 2 templates because alpha maps are used for cuts (some meshs don't include them).
Price: Derivation Cost 286cr + Tier Level price

What do you think? Overall I think the easiest for a newbie creator would be SL and Frenzoo starter templates. I would say, IMVU and the Sims 2 templates would be on the same level. If you can get past the IMVU preview and all it's shiny buttons, it get's easier to handle after a couple of tries.

Special Thanks: BriellaDream - Frenzoo/IMVU

Denim and Leather

2010-01-15T20:08:00.001-08:00

Hey all!

Hows it going? So have been doing a bit of exploring - and wow I am just inlove with this denim and leather collection by DE Designs on SL, the attention to detailing is superb, and I love the denim cropped jackets silhouette, with the asymmetric look. The belt with the denim drape is ever so cute, how totally inspiring! :D

Makes me want to go create an all denim line now! If I only had the time :(

Much love to all!

xxx
Sheeana

Virtual MakeupCraze

2010-01-14T21:12:00.000-08:00

Hi! It's my first post here :)

How often do you have a vivid makeup? or just at party night?

Diverse style of makeup usually are related to different preferences and personality.

I found some cool eyeshadow and decor.

I personally like the nude lip colour.

Light colour is supposed to represent kindness but dark is for strict and cool.

Left:

hair by ANGELLOVE

eyeshadow by Yeaitskay

eye decor by lo_specchio

lips by Risa

Right:

hair by ANGELLOVE

eyeshadow by Frenzoo

eye decor by lo_specchio

lips by Rae

keZ

Virtual Beach Resort

2010-01-05T01:45:00.000-08:00

It's finally here! The new 3D scenes we've been hearing so much about have launched. Let's just say, they are completely different from the 2D backgrounds and will take sometime to get used to. Overall I think this will be a great new feature, I'm a big The Sims fan and spend most of my time decorating/customizing rooms. Now, if only the avatar could walk or have a mall center for shops, oh and group meeting place...just throwing out some ideas ;p

New Beach Resort scene by ASC

Hair by ANGELLOVE

Happy 2010!

2010-01-04T07:30:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year everyone!

I had a very relaxing holiday break, met up with some old friends and listen to Lady Gaga nonstop. During the break I had time to work on new face tattoos. I feel these to be an improvement from my first set of face tattoos, they work with the "amine faces" some Ztylists have (the last ones didn't). Working on the nose bridge and eyebrows drive me crazy! They are so difficult to get right and turn out too narrow. Only four tones in this batch, I think I will limit the amount of tones in shop, unless requested. I'm looking at photo-skinning the next batch of face tattoos but maybe only the nose and eyebrows XD!

Now back to Lady Gaga, January Cosplay contest is Lady Gaga inspired! I rarely get excited for contest themes (another JFashion contest plz!) but I've already started creating a few outfits for this one.

New! Luna Face tattoo makeup

Little Monster chest tattoo

Frenzy

2009-12-30T00:12:00.000-08:00

Hey all!

Seasons greetings!

So the third version of Frenzy came out, (Frenzoo's user generated magazine)

and this months Element of Ztyle really caught my eye,

I thought the looks were well put together and overall layout was great

What do you guys think? :D

you can check out the rest of the magazine here:

Lots of love!

xxx

Sheeana

Merry Christmas Everyone!

2009-12-25T06:31:00.001-08:00

A special card for you all!

Merry Christmas!!

Love
Sheeana

Make a Smilebox greeting

Textures and Sweaters

2009-12-18T20:42:00.000-08:00

Hey all :D

My passion, is texture play and sweaters, I love mixing textures together and am so excited from this Spring 10 collection, both from Lanvin and Chanel, the use of textures are simply divine and love the plays with knitting techniques.

Enjoy!! I'm so excited!

Chanel

Chanel

Chanel

Lanvin

Lanvin

Lanvin

xxxx

Sheeana

IMVU Hair find!

2009-12-16T08:00:00.000-08:00

Hey All,

Check out this fabulouso hair on IMVU - by creator GreekCandyGirl (profile here) - just search for her in the creator search on IMVU - top by BoomDie (profile here),

The range she has is amazing and so much fun! these were a few of my favourites.

xxx

Sheeana

Styling Sensations

2009-12-14T17:54:00.000-08:00

Hey All,

Christmas is fast approaching!! I hope you have a really good Christmas and new years! as for me, I haven't even started Christmas shopping yet :( - no time!

Anyway, so I was browsing around, and found this group of SL users who post on

http://slaporter.wordpress.com/

and wow, the way they style, dress, and the things they find are absolutely beautiful, and the pictures they take, absolutely awesome, so here's a preview of one of the photos, I loveeeee the sweater, and I am a sweater maniac.

Make sure you pay their blog a visit, the visual stimulation is absolutely fabulous!

xxxx
Sheeana

House of Fox

2009-12-11T10:00:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone,

Did a little SL shopping today and headed down to House of Fox grand opening. I've seen this designers Sims 2 couture creations, so I really wasn't surpised by the high quality work in these dresses. There's a couple of newly released RTW separates if your not into the couture thing. It's definitely a place to check out.

ooh la la Spring 10 Ann Demuelemeester

2009-12-09T20:30:00.001-08:00

Hey all!

I know we have been MIA with all the fashion posts, me especially, but it has been a crazy month, and with our site overhaul, we hope to be back and running soon!

In the meantime, heres one of my favourite out of the box thinking designers, the torn looks, the worn down looks, the haggard techniques, the spring collection is an inspiration for that road warrior trend, and with the colour pallette limited to black, white and greys, it completes the aesthetic and brings about surges of excitement with chainmail, leather, bondage looks, hot from the Paris catwalk - I likey!

xxx
Sheeana

Frenzy Mag

2009-11-30T20:17:00.000-08:00

We're Back! Like the new layout? Very basic, clean, and not too cluttered, we wanted a fresh new look.

I've been helping out with the new community made magazine called Frenzy these past few week. It's much more work then I expected it to be! The second issue was released this Monday, a lot of hard work had been put in by the magazine team and volunteers, so big praises for them!

You can view the magazine here: Frenzy Mag 02 or the main page at Frenzoo.com

Hair Mondays wk 5

2009-10-28T23:27:00.000-07:00

Today's hair comes from SL designer Lamb Bellic. Lamb released a new hairstyle last week called Poppyseed, over then next few hours I started to see pics of my contacts on flickr modeling the new hair. So I decided to see what all the hype was about, it looks like any other straight SL hairstyle.

Hmm, I guess it doesn't look so bad, not too stiff and not too "swoosh-y".

Store Taxi

Hard Hats Only Zone

2009-10-27T06:15:00.000-07:00

Sorry guys, but Hair Monday's is gonna have to be postponed until Wednesday. We are working on a new layout due to our current one not being compatible with IE. (>.<) curse you IE!
In the meanwhile, here are some cool event currently going on in the metaverse.

SL Designers United II Event

photo source

Trick or Treat Chat Contest hosted by Frenzoo

Shift Dresses and Bandeaus

2009-10-22T08:37:00.000-07:00

Hi all!

How have you been? So I have started my new RL job which has taken time away from design :( but when I get the chance at work, I have been sketching, and this evening I whipped up 2 sets of dresses on Frenzoo, I hope you like them! I did everything in PS, with noise, burn, dodge and paintbrush.

Also I would like to thank those who keep returning to our blog! we know you are there! thank you so much!! and for the new visitors, welcome! we hope you love our blog! :D

Really hope you love them all :) My inspirations came from my shopping trips in New York, they have been broiling in my mind for a good month!

Try them on at Sheeana's Boutique

and please leave any feedback you may have! :D

lots of luv!

xxxx

Sheeana

Fifty Linden Friday

2009-10-20T13:28:00.000-07:00

The 50 Linden Friday event was held again this week. I picked up a few things here and there and discovered some new stores.

50 Linden Friday's is a weekly event where select stores price an item(s) for 50 Lindens. It's a really popular event because you can find a itemed priced at 300L for 50L but only for 24 hours.

Hair: Exile - Faith
Tattoo: !Parabolic Frequency - Duckie Tattoo
Necklace: (Yummy) - Chained Heart Necklace
Earrings: DECO - 50L Freebie Punkin Earrings
Dress: This is Fawn - Caulfield Dress
Leggings: !Oh mai - Basic Sheer Leggings
Shoes: 50 Flats - Starwberry Fluffcake

Hair Mondays wk 4

2009-10-19T22:11:00.000-07:00

Hair this week comes from Frenzoo, I have to say, this is the best batch yet. More exciting news, Frenzoo just launched skins, eyes, makeup and tattoos for creators!

Dress by ACS

From Left to Right
Hair: Hairpin Y by ANGELLOVE,
Make up: Skull Face by CS

Hair: Hair by ACS
Makeup: Ganguro Blue Eyeshadow Makeup by CS
Eyes: Dark Purple Contact by lo_specchio

From Left to Right
1. Hair: Cool by ANGELLOVE, Makeup: Nightly Tears by Stylite, Eyes: Neon Pink Contacts by lo_specchio

2. Hair: Elegant 2 by ANGELLOVE, Makeup: Old Age Face by CS, Eyes: Silver Stargazer Eyes by Rae

3. Hair: Explosion Hair by ANGELLOVE, Makeup: Vampire Fangs and Blood by Bizzy, Eyes: Black Eye R(ight) & Black Eye L(eft) by NAME

4. Hair: Asian Hair by ANGELLOVE, Makeup: Weird Nature by SilentButterflies, Eyes: Desu Eyes [red] by Risa

5. Hair: Elegant Long Hair by ANGELLOVE, Makeup: Cat Stripes by xoxskittlesxox, Eyes: Cat Eyes by NAME

Sheeana's Boutique, the advert

2009-10-14T09:28:00.000-07:00

Hey All,

How are you? - Have come back to Hong Kong and VIPs on Frenzoo have been offered the chance to create adverts to be advertised on the site, so here is my advert below! I have just created a new embellishment collection of tops, so I focused one for the advert, hope you guys like!

Enjoys!

xxx
Sheeana

Hallow Rag Set

2009-10-13T18:00:00.000-07:00

I've been working on improving my collection and working on my handdrawn skills.(but of course the main edits were finished in Frenzoo create tool)
This month I made a small halloween collection. It's been really fun creating random costume-y outfits. It's a bit influenced by gypsies and pirates. The outfits come in 3 different colors and one extra skirt in a plain black.

Curly Hair by ANGELLOVE

Hair Mondays wk 3

2009-10-13T12:06:00.000-07:00

A very late hair Monday today. This weeks hairstyles come from Frenzoo, most of the hair featured today are by new Pro Creator ANGELLOVE and one by ACS.

Outfit by ACS

Hair and Hats by ACS, Top Hair by ANGELLOVE

Hair from left to right:
1. Rock 2 by ANGELLOVE
2. Rolled Up Hair by ANGELLOVE
3. Lovely You by ANGELLOVE
4. Red Temptation by ANGELLOVE
5. Curly Hair by ANGELLOVE
6. Do Up One's Hair by ANGELLOVE

Total Glam

2009-10-09T15:27:00.000-07:00

Hey all!

How goes it? I've been shopping on IMVU and came across this bundle by Baraq, and it's Oh - So - Glam, I bought the purple set, and absolutely loves it!

Here I am modelling it, isn't it ever so cool? The collection is called trump and can be found here, her other designs are also really great and super innovative, a new fave of mine!

Snippyish Modelling in IMVU

The Trump Collection by Baraq

I love how she does her item adverts as well, she shows alot of skill and style, totally exciting when you visit her shop.

hopes you likes!

xxxx
Sheeana

October's Virtual Stylist of the Month

2009-10-08T17:05:00.000-07:00

If you haven't yet noticed, last month we started a new Virtual Stylist of the Month spotlight. This month we had an interview featuring GG Sideshow!

VSD: How did you get started & how long have you been using SL?

GG: Well, if you count my very first account in Second Life, i started on the 4th of Decemeber 2007. I'm not quite sure how I came across Second Life but I used to play a similar game called Cybertown, I think, which when I think about it now is terrible in comparison!

VSD: What's your inspiration when putting together outfits?

GG: I don't usually have inspiration, I usually just go by my RL style, but sometimes if I buy a new item and it is quite unusual, it will spark an idea. Alot of the time I am inspired by my friends and other bloggers :)

VSD: As well as styling, do you create anything?

GG: Unfortunately not. I have no skill when it comes to digital art. I create shapes though, for fun. I have also started making poses so i might open a shop in the near future :) I would love to be able to make clothing and skins but. we'll see ;)

VSD: What SL shop do you love to visit or would recommend visiting?

GG: Hmm.. I don't really have any favourite shops. I like well known ones like everybody else, but there's a secret happiness you get when you find a hidden gem. But i would recommend the Le.Look sim as it' holds some of the highest quality shops all in one area. And it's layed out in a nicer way than a mall :)

VSD: Are you a member of any other virtual fashion site?

GG: Not that I know of, apart from www.fashionfeedofsl.com/ which is just a feed of alot of the best SL fashion blogs compiled into one website.

Slurl for LE.LOOK slurl.com/secondlife/LE%20LOOK/167/128/21

To catch up on GG's latest style notes, be sure to check out her blog!

Hair Mondays wk 2

2009-10-05T10:30:00.000-07:00

Hi guys,
A quick Hair Monday post with 2 new Sims hairstyles from Peggyzone.

Donation Hair: Comes in 8 different colors

Free Hair: Comes in 8 different colors

images from peggyzone

Embellishment crazy

2009-10-03T19:31:00.000-07:00

Hey all! Sorry haven't posted in a while but am currently in NYC - yeah the big apple on business, it has been a great trip and of course, I have been raiding SAKS, spring st soho and numerous boutiques.

Currently in NYC, embellishments are the rage! Just walk into top shop and you will no doubt find fully beaded, sequinned cardigans, plus shoulder details - very Lady Gaga, so I thought I'd find you some goodies for your sims,

check out this website for some great embellished gowns!

What a great find! you can download these styles and make all your fellow sims jealous, isn't it absolutely fabulous?

Check it out at: http://www.all-about-style.com/index.html

Btw- the Jill Sander collection at Uniqlo is out, and Anna Sui for Target's gossip girl collection!

xxxx

Sheeana

Transforming a classic...

2009-09-24T06:46:00.000-07:00

Hey All,

How are you going? :) So after playing around with the Regal Collection, I decided to make it in a jewel tone, to be more flirtatious, almost missie like, I have been creating slowly recently due to being swamped with real life, but both Misselle and I have great plans for this site, so please bear with us and hope you keep coming back!!

Oh btw - we have added the RSS button so you can subscribe to our feeds! please do so if you love us!

to visit my boutique: Sheeana's Boutique

xxxxx
Sheeana

Hair Mondays wk 1

2009-09-21T12:57:00.000-07:00

Yes, that's right something new for everyone! We are starting a new segment every Monday to highlight new and not-so-new virtual hairstyles!

Side note: I lovelovelove The Sims and I am even more obsessed with finding new hairstyles for my custom sims. Right now my download folder looks disastrous.

Here are my latest faves! -

coolsims.net has so many new hairstyles and meshes available for both your guys and girls. The first one is called Boa's Hair modeled after the singer and the second, Long Front Hair.

Now another hairstyle I stumbled upon is by Fabulousims. Although, it may look like another long hair mesh, I think the slight bangs on the side makes it differ from the rest.

This emo scene is so cupcake

2009-09-15T05:00:00.000-07:00

I've been in a really emo mood lately and it seems to be coming out in my creations. Maybe re-watching season 1 of True Blood in one sitting wasn't such a good idea.

...are vampires emo?

New top creation using Anson's new long tunic-y/tank template. This has to be my new favorite template because now I don't have to use the dress template to make a long top!! Okay, just a few more emo-ish items i still have baking and I think I'm done with this theme.

emo cupcake plz

♥ misselle

Retro Fever!

2009-09-15T01:23:00.000-07:00

Hey all! How goes it? We are constantly working on improving style divas so if you have any comments they are most welcome!

I was browsing through some blogs today and found this beautiful Retro fashion designer in second life, her designs are ever so delightful and I love how she matches her avatar's body shape with that of curvy real women, a toast to that! with hair to match and fabulous graphics...

you can find her at:

Artilleri Blog

Enjoy! and hooray for Retro fashion!

xxx
Sheeana

Virtual Fashion Paths

2009-09-08T06:13:00.000-07:00

Hey all,

Been a bit quiet lately, looks like I am staying in HK afterall, so yay!

anyway I have been browsing on Flickr, and I found this one artist who does amazing work in merging her sim with real life fashion, a fabulous flickr gallery to flip through! e.karenloveelkin's gallery is definitely a hidden talent, find her at:

e.karenloveelkin's flickr profile

Hopes you likes!! :D

Sheeana

Before and After

2009-09-03T08:41:00.000-07:00

Having the option to use a graphic editing program doesn't necessarily make it easier to create an item. For example, if I'm working on an dress or top that has a lot of details, I would want to see what it looks like on the avatar while working.

Here's my Fancy Sweater Outfit, this was made using both a graphic editing program and the Frenzoo Create Tools.

On the left is the edited Photoshop version and on the right is the finished edit after making cuts and adding details in the Create Tools. In the Photoshop edit is a recolored knit texture made as a top and black skirt. For the Create Tool edit, I bought the various clothing shadings/folds, embellished bib and round gradient in the Deco shop.

A few tips:

To give the illusion of shadows under the embellished bib, I would duplicate the bib and make it a dark color (I used black) and slightly transparent.
Adding dark shading, the round gradient on the hips of the skirt gives the illusion of a center light source. (since your avatar is usually standing in front of you.)
Look at real life clothing to see how folds fall. It will make your creation look a lot better.

♥misselle

A New collection!

2009-08-31T04:08:00.000-07:00

Hey All,

How has the week been? it has been crazy hectic here, I am soon to be vacated from my apartment and the packing is driving me insane, so while sitting in all my mess, I was feeling slightly formal and decided to create this new collection with mix and match options to go with the ruffled top, I decided to use a dark plum for the coming season to give it a rich look, comments are always welcome and hope you like this new collection!!

To try on or view the collection visit Sheeana's Boutique

Lots of love!

Sheeana

August Collection

2009-08-27T15:49:00.000-07:00

Wooooooooo!
I've finally completed my August collection. I'm actually pretty happy about the way they turned out. And what people don't know is that most of the items were either edited or completed using the creator tools (not just photoshop!). But that's for another post.
The sweater shawl and dress outfit comes in 3 colors pink, purple and black. The clutch only comes in two and so does the cropped corset.

♥misselle

Collection in progress

2009-08-26T19:22:00.000-07:00

I'm entering in my first VIP forum contest this month, out of all the past contest I think this maybe the hardest one. So far I've completed most of the garments for the 3 outfits needed but I just need to complete 1 more top and on to the next contest...if I join.

The theme: Royal Street - a mix of elegant and trash fashion (but not too trashy :P)

Buckle Top by Rae

Fur Project - The Finished Goods

2009-08-23T08:58:00.000-07:00

Hey all!

Hows the weekend going? or whats left of it...

anyway here is the final contest entry I have made with my fur collection - bit strapped for time so the avatars arent as cleaned up as they should be, but hope you guys enjoy the collection! I wanted to incorporate fur and denim together, to put a sort of street twist on it, the key is to keep it simple, never overdo fur in a look, it will be too much, pair it with casuals to tone down the diva factor, and try not to add bling if you aren't looking for attention! (click for larger image)

Would love to hear feedback, its always most welcome! Hope you guys enjoy!

xxxx

Shee

The Legging Fiasco!

2009-08-21T04:18:00.000-07:00

Hey Lovely people!

So I was kind of just browsing around today, and I stumbled upon this look by user Lo-La, and I have to say, I loves it! - futuristic, edgy, shiny and ever so cool, very Lady Gaga inspired and really, all shes missing is the lightning mark and a big faux hair bow on her head, but I thought it was a fun original look. The silver tights are also ever so cool and my love for wet leggings both in the real and virtual world will continue - and make sure they are super skin tight too!

Speaking of leggings..... I received a gift from someone the other day, they knew of my affinity for wet shine leggings, and while I may be larger than your average HK girl, this person... and notice the change, got me XL pants...imagine my insulted ego and my obsession for the next half an hour standing infront of the mirror wondering if shock horror I had ballooned overnight and I was having reverse bullimia and seeing myself skinnier than I really was........that was until I tried on the tights, and lo and behold they were indeed baggy! and baggy wetshine tights are a sight indeed! while parachuting off my thighs and draping in ways only ever right on a pole (and a hot Greek goddess kind of pole), they sat on my body baggy and loose - i breathed a sigh of relief, but was still upset for I had been looking forward to my new super tight wet shine leggings... a lesson for all - do not trust your friends with your body size!

anyway, enjoy!

xxx
Shee

Avenue 7

2009-08-20T11:30:00.000-07:00

Hey all,

How's it going? Hope you have all been doing well! Things here have been hectic, Hong Kong is sizzling hot with heat, resulting in polos

hirt/tshirt and shorts wear - ergh, how very enticing. You would think that even on days as sizzling as this, people would find something remotely stylish to wear, perhaps layered oversized t shirts, with a strong stone denim wash shorts and golden gladiator sandals? but really... we should be planning our new winter wardrobes..... Gaysorn Plaza in Bangkok has released the LV winter collection photos in their FB group, a new marketing incentive, to tantalise us to shop.. that evil evil evil... oh so wonderful and thoughtful marketing team!

Anyway, I thought I would share this recent discovery I have made, a website called Avenue 7, it is literally a much cooler and younger version of Polyvore, and while the clothes may not include our loveable high end designers like Prada, Miu Miu and Marc Jacobs, it does reflect brands in the UK market and gives it a sort of high street funky feel, the site is easy to use, easy to navigate, and styling looks together is ever so quick, perfect for that one minute fashion fix.

And you know I must be telling the truth, because I would never endorse a site I didn't thoroughly enjoy!

So heres a lil snippet of what I played around with, hope you'll share yours too! - I love the acid wash on the denim.

xxxxx

Shee

Fur Project - Work in Progress :)

2009-08-09T10:23:00.000-07:00

hey all :)

so it's been a pretty crazy week, I have been packing up all my clothes into boxes for my big move to Beijing, but I have still dabbled slightly on the side,

There is a competition I am preparing for at Frenzoo, and I thought I would show you all my works in progress, I decided to go with fur, as well where else can we wear fur without paint being thrown on us? Jk - im pro faux fur :D they are developing in technology, the fur is becoming alot more realistic which is a fabulous development for fashion (textile background).

So I would love critiques and comments, I am pretty straight forward, so no worries about my feelings :P

here goes!

(btw the top with chains is Misselle's design, I love to mix and match with her clothes, I havent worked out what to go with the furry skirt yet hehe) - oh and ofcourse, for every fashion diva out there, if you would like to try them on, you may do so at my boutique.

Furry Skirt with Bling Bling Belt

Furry Vest with Chained Ripped Jeans

xxxx

Shee :D

Sofa Time

2009-08-07T13:46:00.000-07:00

I'm not very good at intro post so I'll start with this: I started "hardcore" creating on Frenzoo around April. My first real batch of items were 5 sets of shiny leggings. I think I got my inspiration from those American Apparel ads that you see constantly on street fashion sites like Chictopia and Lookbook.nu. And from there, I was hooked!

--end of intro--

I just bought Frenzoo's first furniture! I love these two new sofas created my Sqian. I'm not really sure which one I prefer better. I guess I usually choose which sofa to sit on depending on my mood.

Nothing new created today but I do like my purple flats!

*personal sunglasses coming soon
♥ misselle

The T Shirt Collection

2009-08-07T02:06:00.001-07:00

Hey party people, so I have been designing on Frenzoo since May, and I thought I would take some of my older stock and whip up a collection page.. one of these was a phase where I was designing Frenzoo graphic tees,

The collection is sweet and simple, and I chose to feature different street backgrounds in black and white to keep the focus on the t shirts, it was fun making them, and I hope you like! (click for larger images!)

xxx Shee

Ruched Ball Gowns

2009-08-06T10:29:00.000-07:00

After endless demand on the forums of Frenzoo, we finally got a ball gown template, and thus I was inspired to create the perfect gown, classy, but stylish, without seeming outdated and yet not trashy, hope you like them.

Sheeana's journey on the net

2009-08-06T09:00:00.000-07:00

I love the internet, I love communities, I love meeting new people, the thought of being able to meet a whole new social circle of friends of whom I would never even speak to IRL makes me giddy - yes, I am very much an internet enthusiast.

My love for the internet began as soon as I got connected, addicted to Mirc, ICQ and html coding, I soon found myself venturing along the gaming track, but where it really became serious was when I became a beta tester for the Sims online, my bouncy personality prevalent even in text, saw me meeting many fabulous people of whom became close friends.

From TSO I got whisked off to SWG - having not even SEEN a single star wars movie, which ended up being 2 years of my life, as master jedi, a new found geekdom, and the founding of a guild called BOUNCE Inc, which I grew to about 50-60 members, with our own city, before they brought in the total game nerf, which not only killed memberships, but the game in general, the community freaked out, people couldn't deal with the change, there was no phasing in of the changes nor additional training, I tried to keep my guild together, by hosting training sessions and ways of adapting to the changes, but alas, even I hadn't had time to adapt to the changes yet and unfortunately, this happy guild is no longer in SWG.

After SWG - I went into Second Life, where I designed furniture for a while and became a DJ groupie, hehe - while SL was fun and I had a great time, changing time zones affected friendships and these days you will find me expressing myself on Frenzoo.com (Profile Here) - where I design, and run my own virtual store, something I have time for as opposed to running around in a virtual world. Unfortunately, work schedules make my gaming life hard, and I found Frenzoo to be something that I could escape to and fulfill my creative side, so this blog will be dedicated to my explorations online, and my creations.

Hope you enjoy!

Shee