Flirting with Ivalde

Oh, I know, shoot me for the unimaginative title, but it’s another late night post.  This time, I’m burning the midnight oil in honour of my rezday yesterday, perfectly coinciding with the release of Ivalde’s new Retropolitan gown which just had to be my present to myself, as it’s the perfect foil to the divine Tiffany diamonds by Flirt I’ve been hoarding in inventory for so long.

So many times, I’ve bewailed my lack of kickass diamonds, then as soon as I get some, I can’t find just the right thing to set them off.  However, Ivalde’s new offering was simply perfect.  The fabric of the bodice moulds to the breasts, gentle folds reaching from the smooth, tight fabric of the gown, over the shoulders to the deep dip of the back, exposing a tantalising glimpse of spine.  The slinkiness of the dress base is balanced by the sheer floofiness of the sleeves and fishtail skirts.

And on to the jewelry.  *takes a moment to drool*.  I swear, I’ve wanted an awesome set of diamonds for, well, ever really.  But the ones I found were either too much – too big, too blinging, just too.  However, Flirt’s Tiffany set has just the right level of glimmer and glitz matched with frankly awesome primwork.  There’s just enough without it being too much – in no way ostentatious, but certain to draw an attentive eye.

The high piled locks of Diversity’s Camilla style, the latest release after Aleri’s brief sojourn in RL (welcome back!) were ideal here, glamorous and striking.  The smoky eyes and neutral lips of the Gala skin add to the red carpet style, and Maitreya’s Verve pumps are an autonomic response.

Dress – Ivalde – Retropolitan – Black
Shoes – Maitreya - Verve Pumps – Black
Jewelry – Flirt – Tiffany Series – Diamonds

Hair – Diversity – Camilla
Skin – Curio – GP Radiance – Sienna

Lashes – Cake - Flutter Lashes
Eyes – Tuli – Luminous Eyes – Steel