We have moved!

Hey everyone,

I've decided to move the Vita Bella blog over to http://vitabellavintage.wordpress.com as it was time for a change, and I prefer the way Wordpress works.  Please go there for the latest updates for Vita Bella in Second Life. :)  Thanks!

Anabella x

Re-Release - All Aboard! II

Above: Original release - 17th April 2009

I've been quite productive designing wise these past few weeks, and have decided to retexture one of my very first designs - All Aboard! This retro swimsuit was originally released 17th April 2009, so it deserved an update.  My texturing skills have improved so much since Vita Bella began back in 2008, so I plan to continue retexturing or improving quite a few of my oldest designs, to keep the standard of Vita Bella clothing consistent.

Above: Re-release 15th May 2012

All Aboard! II features a new design on the bust, which includes a contrasting scarlet trim and knot bow.  A peephole under the knot bow gives a seductive glimpse of skin.  The original sculpted hat is included to complete the outfit, with a completely new texture.  Perfect for lazy days on the beach, sailing, or simply being the perfect SL pinup!  All Aboard! II has been released inworld and on the Marketplace for L$199.

Enjoy!

See you inworld soon!

Anabella xx

Rita, Grace and Cupcake Dresses

Hello everyone!

I haven't updated on here for a while so I thought I'd better do one big update with the three releases from the past few weeks all bundled into one post.

First up is the latest release 'Cupcake' - a 1960's inspired dress with a cute peter pan collar, slit open back and oodles of lace. (Pictured above).  This dress is very sweet, and comes in 5 scrumptious flavours: Vanilla, Mint, Rose, Lavender and Blueberry.  An exclusive edition was released to group subscribers yesterday, in 'Dark Chocolate Cherry'.

I had a great time photographing the promotional shots for this one.  I found a great replica of Paris (http://secondlife.com/destination/paris-1900) which has plenty of brilliant photo opportunities, and a plane swooping beneath the Arc De Triomphe, what more could you want?  It is well worth a visit if you get the chance, you can even ride around the sim in a horse and carriage!

Anyway, back to the dresses - next up is 'Grace', released last week.  Grace is a classic halter dress with a contrast silk inlay on the bust, and a full circle skirt with optional petticoat.  This stunning dress comes in six vibrant prints: Summer Berries (pictured below), Firework, Ahoy, Dark Pink Polka, Ruby Pin Dot and Rosie Posie. It is based on this dress by Stop Staring!, a dress worn by Dita and a vintage sewing pattern I found:

I love the way it turned out.

Last but not least is 'Rita' - a 1940's secretary 2-in-1 pencil dress that cuts a very slinky office silouhette.  Rita comes in five different colour combinations: Red/Black, Black/Red, Black/Purple, Purple/Teal and Blue.

Hope to see you inworld soon! 

Anabella x