Straight Up : Featured Hair Designers

Almost a week after the release of Curlfriend, we got one more hair set. This time it was for straight hair and it's called Straight Up. These pieces can be used to create a great selection of wigs and I find them to be a lot more easier to work with! Unfortunately there is a glitch that in some cases ruins the final creation and it has discouraged many people from trying out the new pieces...However I still have spotted some amazing creations around the Stardoll world. Have you spotted any great straight up desings or made your own? Share them with us :)

From left  to right : ragil_ , dont_read_it , eda_desert , nelly000esparis , MissVerca1997

My Style : Prints & Patterns

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I'm wearing :
GeometricPrint Tee, Bonjour Bisou
B W Stripe Skirt, Dior Holiday Tribute
Blue Wrap Around Skirt, It Girls *
Sheer Beach Skirt, Riviera
White Jersey Mini Skirt, Basics *
Bracelet Clutch, Callie's Picks
Lace Up Cut Out Booties, Nelly
Chiffon Bow Scarf, Voile *
Diploma Veil, Voile *
Shackle Metal Necklace, Fallen Angel *
Heavy Chainlink Necklace, Saint Laurent Tribute
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Callie's Picks & Fallen Angel New Collections

I'm wearing : Draped Peplum Top, Callie's Picks/Chanel | Bright Wedding Skirt, Voile resized as seen on this post | Shoulder Slung Moto Jacket, Evil Panda | Spike Velvet Bow, Saint Laurent Paris | Blue White Shoes, Callie's Picks | Extreme Spike Choker, Fallen Angel | Chain Necklace, Fallen Angel * | Solid Gold Choker, Riviera | Steel Triangles Necklace, Velvet Orchid | Masai Hair from Tress Up | *starcoins items

The Fallen Angel new pieces were released last Wednesday. There is not something eye catching in this collection. The "Tulle Skirt w Leggings" would have been interesting without the leggings, but with them it's not very versatile. My picks are the "Extreme Spike Choker" and the "Orchid Tulle Dress".The bottom part of the dress reminds me a lot of the skirt from the Street Style Young Hollywood collection and that is why I bought it in the first place. I later realised how difficult it is to style it without looking like a goth princess :)

The Callie's Picks Issue No. 19 was released on Friday the 4th of July and the theme was "Stars and Stripes" in honor of the celebration of the Independence Day. From the outfits I have seen around Stardoll it seems that the hit of the collection was the "Slashed Knee Jeans" originally from ELLE. I'm still debating over buying them or not! I don't usually wear jeans but I have seen dolls who created great outfits with them... My picks are the "Blue White Shoes", the "Draped Peplum Top" and the "Yankee Doodle Scarf". The shoes with the bright blue color and the pointy toe can work well in any outfit and for 6 stardollars they are a very good deal!
(I know I'm terribly late, but either way I wanted to post about these new collections.)

Curlfriend : Featured Hair Designers

Since the new stardesign hair pieces were released a couple of days ago, I've been peeking into beauty parlors all around Stardoll and I have spotted some amazing creations! It seems that the curlfriend hair set is a very helpful tool and has sparked the creativity of the designers. In the picture below you can see only some of my favourite that I've came accross so far, from the voluminous curls to the blonde mane or the short cut!

Have you spotted any great curlfriend desing or made your own? Share them with us :)

From left to right : HUNKYDORYs , Luhs2cas , summerlol3 , floridabeach , Yasmin_-_

Outfit of the Day : ragil_

Today's outfit is from :  ragil_
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She is wearing :
Bouquet Blouse, Bonjour Bisou
Blue Wrap Around Skirt, It Girls *
Black Bra, Fallen Angel *
Alice Sandals, Nelly
Roaring Clutch, Decades *
Lime Rhinestone Necklace, Riviera
Wig designed by HUNKYDORYs

* starcoins items
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Dior Couture Tribute

This Monday a new tribute was released and this time it was Dior! The collection is a pleasure to the eyes, great quality, cohesion and stand out pieces. It reminds me of the old times tributes with the beautiful, statement clothes and not the casual wear the recent tributes are consisted of.

The prices are okay in general, some items are more on the expensive side like the "White Rose Embroidered Skirt" (38 stardollars), but overall it's a good deal for a high quality collection. There is a dress (Dior Silk Couture Dress, 65 stardollars) available only for superstars (second floor, dress on the middle).

Tribute accessories are always on my wishlist, and the shoes on this collection is a must have! I'm also a sucker for high waisted cropped pants and so the two pairs were an immediate purchase. As for the statement piece of the collection, the "Couture Layered Dress", even though it's pink, it stands out for its unique and original design.

Clothes : Dior Couture Black Trousers, Dior Couture Plum Trousers, Couture Layered Dress | Accessories : Peach Satin Bow, Plum Pearls Necklace | Shoes : White Couture Heels, Plum Couture Heels, Black Dior Heels *** I'm wearing : White Rose Embroidered Skirt, Dior Couture | White Rose Couture Top, Dior Couture | Snow Sleeve Jacket, Decades | Blush Dior Heels, Dior Couture | Several Plum and Blush Pearls Necklaces | Left and Right Chain Shoulder Pad, Archive | Joanne Royalty Precious Armour Necklace, Royalty | Chanel Inspired Necklace designed by me | Hair designed by dissolvedgirl

Lately on Stardoll : Fendi Tribute, It Girls, Windows on the World and Curlfriend

Hey there, I'm back from an unexpected trip near the sea and away from my laptop! You can see a few snapshots I uploaded on my instagram here. It was a relaxing and pleasant week, exactly what I needed in this summer heat :) Speaking of which, there are only 9 days left for the thermometer to fill up, and it seems that it's moving very slowly. I'm worried that it won't reach the last bonus...

Except the thermometer, a lot more have happened during my absence. I'll try to sum them up in this post.

We got three store releases, It Girls, Windows on the World and the Fendi Tribute. 

The It Girls collection was my favourite of the three. A great collection with many interesting pieces, but I was mostly eager to try on the "Crossover Cardigan" and the "Olive Stockholm Jacket". I ended up buying a lot more. I was pleasantly surprised with the Linen Boater Top and Trousers, because I find stripy clothes difficult to style but these two seem to be very versatile! The "Striped Boater Bikini" and the "Rhinestone Tiara Headpiece" (not pictured below) were my last two picks.

The Fendi Tribute on the other hand dissapointed me. The prices weren't exactly appealing and that totally put me off from buying some items I have spotted on the spoilers. I invested on the "Nude Monster Wallet" thinking I could resize it and wear it as a clutch, which I did in the picture below. My other two picks are basic pieces that I know I'll wear them a lot, the "Black Fendi Belt" and the "Nude Gold Heels"

There's not much to say for the Windows on the World collection. The clothes are not my style, they are too dressy for my liking so I only got the "Black Cigarette Pants" because you can't never go wrong with a pair o black trousers :)

I'm wearing : (left) Crossover Cardigan, It Girls | Black Cigarette Pants, Windows on the World | Black Lace Dress, Basics * | PPQ Black Gabriel Bag, PPQ | Lace Up Cut Out Booties, Nelly | Crossover Knot Belt, Apres Ski *  (right) Linen Boater Top, It Girls | Linen Boater Trousers, It Girls | Black Fendi Belt, Fendi Tribute | Gianni White Gladiators, LE | Nude Monster Wallet, Fendi Tribute  (hair designed by dissolvedgirl and necklace by me)  *starcoins items

The last thing that happened this week and the most awaited was the Curlfriend stardesing pieces. The quality of the new pieces is so much better than the older ones, and it makes it much easier. even for a begginer, to create a wig. Plus the final results will cost you less since you won't need to use many extra pieces to create shadings. I hope they'll soon take into consideration the request of many members for more wig spots. Anyway, I can't wait to see what everyone will create, I didn't have the time to look around buut I bet there is a lot of awesomeness on the hair bazaar at the moment :p

Outfit of the Day : Miloshki

Today's outfit is from : Miloshki
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She is wearing : 
Chloe Dress, Bonjour Bisou
Nineties Platforms, Fallen Angel *
Killah Spotted Socks, Killah

*starcoin item

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Featured Doll : Etana

Etana is a pretty well known member of the Stardoll community. However I just discovered her and I was blown away by her creations. Take a closer look at her dress ups and you'll see that they are one of a kind outfits created by a combination of suite items and clothes! I had a really hard time choosing which looks to feature here, because every single one is stunning! You can see her outfits in her photos here. I warn you there are a lot of photos, her creativity seems to be endless!

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My Style : Inspired by Chanel

I should edit my posts for Callie's Picks and Museum Mile because I found a few more stuff I like a lot. I accidentally tried them on at the same time and I realised I loved them together. I'm talking about the "Multi Colorburst Dress" and "Chanel Eye Sticker". The whole outfit is far from my usual style, I mean look at this make up, it's blue and red! I really like that they create the illusion of my doll looking downwards. 

I'm also wearing this lovely wig from jennawerner (thanks to The Best Bargee Bar None for writing about it in this post) which is inspired by Amelie, my all time favourite movie!

I'm wearing : Everyday Long Blazer, It Girls * (the second one is flipped, click here for the instructions) | Multi ColorBurst Dress, Callie's Picks/Rio | Chiffon Train Top, Rio | Crossover Knot Belt, Apres Ski * | Gianni White Gladiators, LE | PPQ Black Gabriel Bag, PPQ

*starcoins items

July HotBuys

The July Hot Buys were revealed and here they are. It's a wierd collection of things, including a fur and a bikini! I can understand that in some countries around the world it's winter, but a more cohesive collection,not season based, would be more pleasant to the eyes. So far I like the "Hot Buys Tassel Choker" and the "Hot Buys Isabel Purse". You can see the Spring and Fall RTW 2014 Isabel Marant collections that Stardoll used as an inspiration here and here

My Style : Audrey

In all of my years on stardoll, I have faced a lot of rudeness and bad behaviors. People like to hide behind their online persona and forget all the rules of courtesy, trying to deceive, steal and insult you. So when you find a person that is kind,helpful and generous, not because of personal interest, but because she just is a good person, it can really make your day! You are probably wondering why I'm writing all this. I happened to stumbled upon a girl a few days ago, who was willing to part with her "Tiffany Hat". No she didn't asked me over 600 stardollars for it, like most people do, but she basically gifted me. Only because she saw how much I wanted it. Just like that. That's what I'm talking about, beeing kind to other people, it's such a easy thing to do. Excuse my little rant, but I just wanted to share this little story and please excuse my english.

I'm wearing :

Everyday Long Blazer, It Girls * (x2)

High Waisted Trousers, Bonjour Bisou *

Burlesque Black Boots, Burlesque Campaing *

L/S Top, Decades *
Quilted Cape Top, Archive

Cross Over Knot Belt, Apres Ski *

Chiffon Train Top, Rio

Tiffany Hat, Decades *

Callie's Picks Issue No.18 Print Perfect

The 18th issue of Callie's Picks is here and the theme is Print Perfect. That means many dresses with abstract prints and bright colors! In Callie's words "Be Perfect Print, for a vibrant, daring you :) ". I hope the next collection will be all about minimalism, because frankly we had enough of those maximalism collections already...

Back to the collection, of course it was all about the DVF bow ("Oversized Bow"). One of the rare items on Stardoll, released on the DVF Tribute back in 2010. I never understood all the fuss about this bow, I would have never paid a few hundreds of stardollars for it, but for 9 stardollars is a pretty good deal :) I'm planning on styling it as a scarf/bowtie. For me though this collection was all about this dress ("Multi Color Paillettes Frock"). So many colors but still such an easy piece to wear!

I'm wearing : Multi Color Paillettes Frock, DVF/Callie's Picks | Double Chanel Purses, Chanel Tribute | Silver Shimmer Heels, Pretty n' Love | Sparkly Silver Socks, Saint Laurent Tribute | Perennials Socks, Pretty n' Love * | Pastel Paris Hair, Hot Buys Weekly/Callie's Picks | Lady Longhorne Shrung, Sea of Stars | Armor Top, Fallen Angel *

*starcoins items

Museum Mile Fashion Vs. Art

A new collection of Museum Mile was released today. It is limited and already some of the items are sold out. The collection includes designer decor (Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Celine), five designer outfits (inspired by Elie Saab, Dior, Chanel) and a nailpolish (!). It seems that this is the last tribute store of the season. Visit our blog partner Stardoll Realbrands to see the real versions of the clothes (here)
The highlight of the collection was the "Butterfly Couture Dress". It was animated and costed 64 stardollars. By the time I got in the store is was nearly sold out. My other favourite were the "Dior Inspired Heels", for 22 stardollars, a beautiful pair of pointy black heels with nude straps. I can imagine them in a tone of outfits! The interior was my last purchase even though I don't see why this had to be limited..
Overall the collection has some interesting pieces and for a limited collection the prices are decent, close to any other tribute store.

How to Style : Mr. Clothes

Who said that a girl can't wear boys clothes! Inspired from the latest Mr. collection, I searched my wardrobe for my favourite men's clothing and accessories to present you in this How to Style post. 

The problem with the boys clothes are the wide shoulders and of course the position of the legs. So if you can cover those problematic areas you can achieve a perfect look. In the men's section, the prices are better (more starcoins items) and you can find amazing button ups and logo shirts.

State Board Short, Mr | Jeans Shorts, Fallen Angel * | Germany World Cup Jersey, Windows on the World * | Famous T-Shirt, Fallen Angel * | Vaccation Shirt, Mr | Short Sleeve Duotone Shirt, Mr * | Indipendence Shirt, Mr | Boucle Knit Sweater, Special Offer | Crazy Diamond Print Shirt, Special Shirt | Mr. Street Wear Sweatshirt, Fudge | Coat Insp By Jil Sander, Fudge | Delhi Velvet Coat, Film Theory | 50s College Cardigan, Mr | Preppy Sweater, Mr * | Laptop Case, Mr * | Jared Hat, Mr * | Cross Over Bag, Mr * | Safari Bag, Mr *

Left outfit : Black Wrap Blazer Dress, Windows on the World | Jeans Shorts, Fallen Angel Boys * | Silver Shimmer Heels, Pretty n' Love | Laptop Case, Mr. * | Strapping Belt, Decades * | Pastel Paris Hair, Hot Buys Weekly/Callie's Picks | Black Cherries Headpiece, Anna Sui | Bow Visor, Riviera | Stacy Cap
Right outfit : Vaccation Shirt, Mr. | Ruffled Pocket Pants, Bonjour Bisou | Everyday Long Blazer, It Girls * | Two Tone Vest, Fallen Angel Boys * | PPQ Black Gabriel Bag, PPQ | Iris Shoes, Nelly | Solid Gold Bracelet, Riviera

*starcoins items
P.S. Some of the clothes in the first picture are only visible through the catalog

Downton Abbey Contest : Deadline Extended

Just a quick post to remind you that the Downton Abbey contest is still running, The deadline is extended for one more week so you have until Friday 20 of June to submit your entries. You can read the contest's details and submit your entries in this post (click here). 

Starcoins Spree Vol. 2

A few more hidden treasures I found scrolling through the catalog pages. To my surprise, it was the first time I have noticed some of them, while others I have already owned and worn plenty of times! You can see how I have styled "Preppy Sweater", "Blushed Tapered Trousers" and "Laptop Case" here, here and here. Click here to read the previous "Starcoins Spree" post.

Tiffany Shoes, Voile | Made for Shine Dress, Rio | White Skinny Pants, Apres Ski | Preppy Sweater, Mr | Flower Power Clutch, Bonjour Bisou | Lightning Bolt Crash Tote, Original Future | Damask Print Jacket, Original Future | Blushed Tapered Trousers, It Girls | Laptop Case, Mr | Bones Necklace, Original Future

Competition : Downton Abbey

It's time for the first blog competition! I have been watching Downton Abbey non stop this past week and I got really into the whole 20s vibe. So your challenge is to create a Downton Abbey inspired look. If you haven't watched the show (which I strongly recommend you do), there are plenty of images on google.

The rules : 

- You can dress up your doll or mine (here), or create the outfit in Starplaza.

- You must be a follower of this blog and have a disqus account. Guests are not allowed to enter.

- Your picture must be clear. If you create your outfit in suite use the full screen mode to print screen, if you create it in Starplaza you can use the zoom feature your browser has.

- Photo editing is not allowed

- Post the picture on the comments section, not the link.

- You can submit your entries until Friday, 13 June.
- If there are less than five valid entries, the contest will be extended for one more week.

The prize will be 50 stardollars or wishlist gifts worth up to that ammount if the entries are more than five. Otherwise the prize will be 20 stardollars.

You can use anything you want, stardesign creations, suite items etc. I'm looking for creativity! Also don't forget the accessories :) Gloves, hats and jewellery are a very important part of the 20s look, so pay attention to them.

P.s. If you dress up my doll, you can find my accessories in my closet and in the two Alpine Chalet suites. My hair and make up will stay the same during these two weeks, i choose a style that I believe fits with the theme.

CONTEST CLOSED!
Winner is Green_Eye_Angel ! Congratulations :)

Rio New Collection

I'm wearing : Chiffon Train Top, Rio | Ankle Shackles Pants, Subcouture | Everyday Long Blazer, It Girls * | Bracelet Clutch, Callie's 

Picks/Bonjour Bisou/Archive | Stacy Cap * | Bow Visor, Riviera

This week Stardoll released a new collection of Rio. It's now official, Rio is my favourite store. A few years ago I would have never imagined saying such a thing, with all the gold and sparkly clothes Rio used to have. However during this last year the store is starting to take a different direction and even though some of the animal prints and sequins remain, there are several pieces that really stand out!

In this collection the one piece that caught my attention immediately was the "Chiffon Train Top", a piece with an original design and great graphics. And for 13 stardollars, it was a great purchase!
My other picks are the "Silver Paulista Stilettos", a pair of delicate, stunning heels, the "White Drape Blazer", because a white jacket is always a must have, and last but not least the "Red Fringe Purse". Red is not the color I usually go for, but I was impressed with the fringes movement. I can't express my self better but I feel that the fringes add a vividness to the bag.

Versace Tribute

The second tribute of the season is here and it is as much dissapointing as the first one. A Versace tribute was the worst desicion Stardoll could make. Like we don't have enough of these gold, zebra, leopard prints and over the top tight and revealing clothes already. I don't want to dress my doll like a trashy reality tv star. Overall a store with flat looking clothes and lack of quality and good taste. I only liked the "Vogue Chain Purse" but I do believe it's not worth 20 stardollars.