"Review" Paper Couture

What is it about Paper Couture that makes it so sought after? Is it the fact that they only release seasonally, much like RL designers? Is it the wonderfully hand drawn textures? Perhaps it's the unusual use of primwork...stationary prims mixed with movement? Or maybe it's all of the above. The most recent release of Paper Couture was January 1st. Here I will show you some of my favorites.

This first dress is called Shake It. The color is very nice, and you just have to see the movement of the skirt! It really is indescribable. The cute little feathered hat is included with the purchase. I paired it with the Grape Vine Earrings, which are sold separately.

Here we have Silver Mermaid. This gown is nice and sleek, with a gentle flair at the lower leg, hence the "mermaid" portion of the name. The sheer shrug comes in either a solid, or a fun polka dot version. This Jeweled Headband Updo is sold at Paper Couture, as well as the Geometric Crystal Chandelier Earrings and the Water Over Wine Ring.

This dress here is called the Black Floral SuitGown. A nicely fitted white jacket with black details gives way to a full, floral skirt. I thought the Long Beaded Bow Necklace complemented the dress wonderfully, and then topped off my look with The Aviator Glasses in Black, both of which you can find at Paper Couture.

My final look is the Tulle Wrapped Winter Gown. This magnificent gown is comprised of a sleek, strapless bodice which melts into a luxurious skirt crafted from fine satin and tulle. Again, this dress has a movement to it that just has to be seen! The Sparkling Spheres Set from Paper Couture is the crowning glory.

You should head on over and check out the other fabulous finds at Paper Couture. There's tons more outfits, jewelry, shoes, glasses, and other colors of that Jeweled Headband Updo. You can also find lots and lots more of designs from their past collections on their XStreetSL page. Happy Shopping!

Style Credits:

p.c; Shake It
::69:: Chrome -Umber-
MMS (LeLutka) -Dott Eye Lashes
Page 3 Turquoise Eyes 1
LAQ ~ Carina 04 [Fair] Glow skin
P.C; Grape Vine Earrings
ETD Shoes: d'Orsay Stiletto (Nude)

p.c; Silver Mermaid
*Redgrave* Eyelashes - 2 - Daily
LAQ ~ Ania 02 [Fair] Glow skin
P.C; Geometric Crystal Chandelier Earring
Page 3 Green Eyes 4
ETD Starley Pumps (Silver)
P.C; Water Over Wine Ring
p.c; Jeweled Headband Updo - Black

p.c; Black Floral SuitGown
Page 3 Green Eyes 3
(vive9) Marianne [pale] Nudist - freks/teeth *light brows (lucky toilet)
UN! Dolly Goth Chunky Ossuary Pump Black (Death Becomes Her Hunt)
Clawtooth: Let's Get Married (Valentine)
P.C; The Aviator Glasses - Black
p.c; Long Beaded Bow Necklace

p.c; Tulle Wrapped Winter Gown
-Belleza- Alyson pale (Past group gift)
[Detour] Torrid - Dark Brown - Hair
Page 3 Bluegreen Eyes 2
P.C; Sparkling Spheres Set
*REDGRAVE* Eyelashes -7- Individualist

On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me...

A Partridge in a Pear Tree! And in this case, my true love is Moxie Polano! Now, I know I have blogged about her twice already since the recent start of my blog, but it has not been intentional! The first time, I had won that amazing Candy Cane gown from her lucky chair, and I had to share that! Then I did a blog on this sweet, icy winter skin I got as a group gift, and one of her gowns just happened to go with it so nicely.

I am going to share with you all Moxie's 12 days of Christmas Holiday Collection. Of course, on the first day, you have a Partridge in a Pear Tree. And what you have here, is, well, just that!!

What you are seeing is a spectacular mermaid style gown crafted of fine satin and chiffon featuring a unique pear branch collar with a sweet Partridge perched on the shoulder, and a matching head-piece.

Upon closer inspection, you can see the amazing prim work she has intricately designed making this dress a true one of a kind. From the quirky Partridge, to the pears with their slight glow, the time spent creating this is unimaginable.

Here you can see the matching headpiece. A long branch reaches to the heavens, while juicy pears and delicate flowers rest in the leaves.

Stay tuned to my blog for a new piece from this amazing collection everyday. You can also get on down to her store, Moxie Polanos Haute Styles, and snatch them up for yourself!

MP Partridge in a Pear Tree
Eclectica Victoriana in jade ring and bracelet
Clawtooth: Timeless Glamour (Coffee)
LAQ ~ Alice 05 [Fair] Glow skin
Detour - Faded Lashes
Page 3 Green Eyes 2