New Take on an Old Favourite...

Hello again! Two posts in one day, my goodness, aren't you lucky?

A while back I began updating some of my oldest designs to match the standard of my newer ones, as I would like my customers to be confident that whichever design they choose to buy will be of the highest standard in terms of texturing and attachments. I began with the Hairspray costumes, but then got a little distracted by the lure of new shiny designs on the horizon and got involved with making them instead. I'm back on track with updating stock now and although the thought of a complete overhaul of the oldest stock is a daunting prospect, I know it's something that I have to do.

So, I thought what better place to start than at the very beginning, with my very first design, 'Classic Red Polka'? This dress was the very first outfit I ever made in Second Life, and it really shows. It's had a good run in its original form, but is in desperate need of an update.

Firstly, I worked on the bodice and made the shading a heck of a lot more subtle around the chest area. The colour is also a much more vibrant red, and the straps now match over the shoulders. The biggest difference has to be the black cinch belt, which is now a prim attachment. This prevents the texture stretching when the ribcage of the avatar moves, and also means that you get a nifty cinch belt to wear with other outfits too. Wahey.

I hope that you'll agree that the new version is a great improvement on the original. I'm sure you'll be pleased to hear that the price has also improved - dropping to just L$200! The Lucky Chair has also been updated with the latest version.

Other outfits due to be re-released: (Not necessarily in this order)

• Midsummer Blossom
• La Parisienne
• Millionaress in Magenta
• Dream Date
• Black Diamonds
• Pink Diamonds
• Smouldering Temptress
• Summer Breeze
• Beach Beauty
• L'Amour Rouge Swimsuit
• Champagne Lady
• Satin Seduction
• Sabrina
• Twilight Temptress

Looks like I've got my work cut out!

Hope to see you in world very soon,
Ana x

New Release - Lola

Hello everyone,

The new release this month is a classic vintage silk high-waisted pencil skirt with a co-ordinating silk blouse. This outfit accentuates your curves and just oozes silky sophistication! The blouse is tied at the neck with a pussy bow and has cute capped sleeves. My favourite things about this outfit are the small star shaped buttons at the waist of the skirt, which make a pretty finishing touch and come in gold or silver. The skirt is flatteringly ruched at the waist, making this an outfit for dangerous curves. If you're looking for a classically elegant outfit with more than a touch of 40's glamour then 'Lola' is for you! Just L$250 inworld and XStreet.

Hope to see you in world!

Ana xx

Retrology Boxing Day Sale - NOW ON

If you're up for some great bargains on lovely vintage stuff, then you should get your avi to the Retrology sim right now! There you'll find the 50% off vintage sale is well under way, and won't be stopping until 3rd Jan! Vita Bella is taking part of course, and here's a peek at what's up for grabs:

'Blackberry Belle'(above) - L$99

'Love Potion No.9 Swimsuit in Ruby Red' (above) - L$65

'Goodnight Sweetheart in Crimson' - L$99

'Amore' (NEW RELEASE) (above) - until 30th Dec, you can get Vita Bella's newest dress for just L$99!

..Plus a *FREE* Vintage red rose sculpted brooch. Get them before they're gone!

See you at Retrology! (Just search for 'Vita Bella' or 'Retrology')

Ana xx

New Release from Vita Bella - 'Amore'

Hello everyone! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Just a quick update to announce the festive release of 'Amore', a strapless dress of scarlet silk perfect for those parties you've got lined up. The bodice is gathered to the waist and finished with a large sculpted red rose. Silk cascades from the rose to the hem on the left side, making this a very flattering and elegant outfit indeed! Only L$225, or currently on sale for 2 days only at my branch in Retrology for L$99, hurry! Hurry!

See you in world, Ana xx

New Release - 'Goodnight Sweetheart'

Hello everyone,

Announcing the release of a new 50's full circle dress at Vita Bella - because you know you can never have enough! :) 'Goodnight Sweetheart' is classic vintage from the 1950's, simple yet elegant and sweet, with 3/4 length sleeves and sweetheart neckline. This dress comes in six colours, so you'll be spoilt for choice. Also included is a matching silk sash and sculpted rose brooch, colour co-ordinated with the dress you choose. Only $L250! (or free if it's your lucky day! - see below)


**Come on down to Vita Bella today and you could win a Special Lucky Chair edition of this dress, made of white satin with hot pink silk sash and matching sculpted rose brooch!**

Hope to see you at Vita Bella very soon! - Ana xx

The model is wearing:

*Vita Bella* Goodnight Sweetheart
Hair: TRUTH - Amanda - Platinum
Skin: *REDGRAVE* - 03 Pale Skin - Jennifer -/deep-red
Eyes: *REDGRAVE* - Scarlett- Ocean Blue
Shape: *REDGRAVE* - Scarlett (Modded)
Shoes: (From top down) [ARMIDI GISACI] - Barcelona Slingback - White
*JetDoll* - Pumpous Hues ~ Red
[ARMIDI GISACI] - Dalia Pumps - Red
[ARMIDI GISACI] - Barcelona Slingback - Eggplant
[ARMIDI GISACI] - Barcelona Slingback - Antique Rose
*SKG Shoes* - Almost Free Pumps
[ARMIDI GISACI] - Dalia Pumps - Red

New Release at Vita Bella Vintage Fashion: Miss Scarlet

Hello! I've got round to releasing a new burlesque set, available in store now. 'Miss Scarlet' is a lovely costume, made of scarlet and black velvet. The underbust corset is made of gorgeous scarlet velvet with venise lace applique and black dupioni silk accents. The set includes a matching scarlet velvet bra with matching applique, black ruffled knickers and matching suspender belt to boot. Of course no burlesque outfit would be complete without a bustle, and the one included in this set finishes the costume perfectly. Made of matching black velvet and black lace with scarlet peacock feathers and a black velvet bow, this bustle is a showstopper :). This is all topped off with a pair of vintage seamed stockings with a red bow detail at the back. At just $L275 this is a fine quality burlesque costume at a great price!


Also available seperately are the gloves pictured, and a choice between one scarlet/black burlesque dance fan for $L100, or a set of two for $L190.

Lucky Chair at Vita Bella

Announcing the arrival of the lucky chair at Vita Bella! The prizes include a selection of old favourites available at the store as well as a couple of gifts exclusive to the Lucky Chair. Eventually I will be phasing the older versions of some of the very early designs out as the quality of some of the dresses doesn't match up with more recent releases. I may re-do some of the textures, or just put the old ones up for sale at heavily discounted prices, I haven't quite decided yet. For now you can get two of my earliest designs for free, providing it's your lucky day of course :). Also available is 'Aloha!' - a hawaiian print wiggle dress, and two prizes released only for the lucky chair.

Come try your luck and you could win...

Classic Polka:
Strawberry Frosting:
Aloha!:
And exclusive to the Lucky Chair:

Sculpted Hair Lily in Vibrant Purple:


..and finally an exclusive edition of the Love Potion No.9 Swimsuit:
That's all for now, but I will be updating the chair with more exclusives in the future.

Bye for now, Ana xx