The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase - Saiyge Lotus

The following is the fourth segment of a five part review covering The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase. The five participating jewelers are Caliah Lyon of Muse Fine Jewelry, Candy Cerveau owner and designer of .::eyecandy::., Kesseret Steeplechase the face behind KessKreations, Saiyge Lotus genius behind Balderdash and Violet Voltaire of EGL Jewelry & Accessories. The Amoire: A Jewelry Showcase, unfortunately, is no longer running but you can visit any of above mentioned jewelers to purchase merchandise. I apologize to the Saiyge Lotus and Violet Voltaire for not being able to post the last segments featuring their work until after the showcase had concluded.

There are many people I admire in Second Life, talented, artistic and giving, one such is Saiyge Lotus, owner and visionary designer behind the Balderdash brand. Attention to detail is paramount to Saiyge and shows in every build, design and texture she produces. Talented beyond belief she is widely known in Second Life for incredibly tiny prim work. Delicate chains, fragile metalwork and impossibly detailed designs are a hallmark of Balderdash jewelry. Patience and Starlight, both release at The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase are intricately worked pieces that are highlighted with creativity and ingenuity. Think outside the box and pair one of these sets with haute couture, Goren or Steampunk and I'm sure you will be pleasantly surprised.

Starlight, Starbright, a scrolled set that includes choker, ring, earrings, barrette and bracelet are worked from fine gossamer silver that resting on attachment points. Intertwined and hanging from slivers of chain are a celestial feast of half moons and stars. While many would think of only wearing such a set with an ethereal gown or something equally as delicate it works well with many styles and is a softening accent to many styles and looks.

Patience is a large set that includes belt, choker, earrings and a bracelet, and available in three stone choices, Malachite, Tiger eye, and Blue Goldstone. Woven leather and hematite beading lend this a very boho feel. The choker wraps the neck with a beaded accent resting in the small of the throat and is perfect for rounded necklines or off the shoulder wear. The versatility of the belt alone makes this set a must buy purchase.

The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase - Kesseret Steeplechase

The following is the third segment of a five part review covering The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase. The five participating jewelers are Caliah Lyon of Muse Fine Jewelry, Candy Cerveau owner and designer of **Eye Candy**, Kesseret Steeplechase the face behind KessKreations, Saiyge Lotus genius behind Balderdash and Violet Voltaire of EGL Jewelry & Accessories. The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase is running until March 22.

Kesseret Steeplechase, the prolific designer behind KessKreations, delivered a treat to all who visited The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase currently being held in Platinum. A plethora of new pieces were presented and all included menu driven customization. It is simply wonderful to see items that can be individualized to this extreme.

AnnMarie is a complete set containing necklace, ring, and earrings which is menu driven to allow one to transform each piece for individual taste and outfits. Annmarie carries with it an aura of romance with the necklace softly draping the neck to rest lightly on the shoulders. Comprised of glowing pearls adorned with a cluster of color changing rosettes to accent the curve of the jaw line, it is the perfect accessory for any flowing formal. Earrings and ring, also adorned with color changing rosettes unify the set. Menu driven options include metal textures of gold, platinum and zirconium as well as 10 choice in colors for the roses.

Codie, another release presented by Kess, shifts focus from romance to bold with its statement making design of a simple double row chain joined with eye catching bars studded with diamonds and dazzling faceted gems. Again, it is menu driven to allow to freely change appearance to suit mood, taste and style. The set includes necklace and drop earrings to accompany and complement.

Broaches are a sadly forgotten fashion accessory in Second Life and I always delight when I discover one. Hooty Hoo Owl Broach is a whimsical and entertaining selection and gives us a hint of the humor of the designer. Delicately worked to include a monocle, bowtie and gem encrusted vest, Hooty is perched on a single branch, eyeing the world with a touch of innocence in his big eyes as he takes in the fashionista's that cross his path. Able to change from silver to gold along with multiple gem choices, he is the perfect touch to any outfit requiring a broach.

The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase - Candy Cerveau

The following is the second segment of a five part review covering The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase. The five participating jewelers are Caliah Lyon of Muse Fine Jewelry, Candy Cerveau owner and designer of **Eye Candy**, Kesseret Steeplechase the face behind KessKreations, Saiyge Lotus, genius of Balderdash and Violet Voltaire of EGL Jewelry & Accessories. The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase is running until March 22.

Candy Cerveau, owner and creator behind .::eyecandy::. and co-owner of the Magic of Oz sim delighted the visitors of The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase with her new design Hellenic. Versatility is something Candy strives for in her designs and something she delivers very well in her latest release. Available in three metal tones, copper, gold and silver as well as three different stone textures. Veined green turquoise is paired with a subtle copper, black mosaic with white accents set in shimmery silver and carnelian enveloped in a soft gold to allow the wonderful qualities of the mineral to shine. Framing the throat, the Hellenic necklace is a bold piece comprised of sculpted links studded with cabochons that accent the hand wrought metal textures perfectly. Released as a necklace and cuff which can be worn as a set or separately, Hellenic is equally comfortable with trendy casual or haute couture. Also pictured, Mokume ring in oval, tinted.

The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase - Caliah Lyon

The following is the first segment of a five part review covering The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase. The five participating jewelers are Caliah Lyon of Muse Fine Jewelry, Candy Cerveau owner and designer of **Eye Candy**, Kesseret Steeplechase the face behind KessKreations, Saiyge Lotus genius behind Balderdash and Violet Voltaire of EGL Jewelry & Accessories. The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase is running until March 22.

Caliah Lyon, designer and proprietor of Muse Fine Jewelry has released several eagerly anticipated pieces as her contribution for the event currently taking place on Platinum, The Armoire: A Jewelry Showcase.

Caliah's sense of style and balance are well displayed in both newly released sets, Blanche and Melusine. Blanche is a chic and trendy square and circle sculpted open link design. Draping the curve of the throat, the necklace is a perfect accent to the neck, a combination of simplistic elegance seldom found in Second Life jewelry. Textured in a rich burnished gold and delicately highlighted the set contains necklace, bracelet and matching earrings.

Melusine, is a more formal set, exudes Caliah's trademark elegance. Tahitian black pearls mingle with white Akoya pearls in a free form design that makes a dramatic and stunning statement. Embracing the throat in gold and pearls concluding in a cascade of spirals, tipped in pearl that nestles between the cleavage the necklace is the perfect accruement for low bodice evening wear or to complement bare shoulder attire. Texturing is a soft but lush gold and as always the pearl textures are exquisite.

Pieces for both Blanche and Melusine are sold separately and not as sets.

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