SaraMarie Philly at Swank Festive Joy Ball Concert - December 21, 2018

On Friday night SaraMarie Philly performed at Swank Events Festive Joy Ball Concert. 

I could not believe the amazing talent that came to Earth that evening. 

An Angel graced us with her wonderful voice and spirit. 

Personally, Second Life brings a special joy into my life around the Christmas Season. 

 It’s all about celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ with our friends and family. 

And, there is no better way to experience that joy than to hear SaraMarie perform. 

She sang and appeared as an angel. Her incredible voice put me into the Holiday mood!

It was such an amazing show. SaraMarie captured the essence of the holiday spirit 

on stage with her magic, mystical piano - graced by the splendor of 

Christmas lights and the wonderful magic of falling snowflakes. 

Simply put, the SWANK stage set was spectacular.  

It was everything you'd want it to be and then some. 

SaraMarie's performance was both visually and sonically appealing. 

Her voice resonated beautifully and clearly throughout the entire venue. 

SaraMarie truly has an amazing voice. I found that she projected her voice in 

all registers while maintaining vocal agility and clarity throughout each octave. 

She handled her lower, mid-range and high notes with ease. 

Aside from her absolutely wonderful performance, if I could pick out one of 

my favorite moments of the evening, I would say it was when SaraMarie had a 

special moment with her daughter while engaging her audience at the same time. 

I was particularly touched when her 10 year old daughter came into the 

room (where SaraMarie was broadcasting) and briefly interrupted her Mom 

with her hands apparently covered in paint. It was so heartfelt and 

cute hearing SaraMarie helping her daughter with such loving care. 

It was a treasured moment - One which made a special connection with her audience.

She later explained that she was performing to invest in her little girl’s college fund.  

I 'm sure it touched the hearts of every parent in the audience. 

During SaraMarie's performance, I had a rather unique, fun & delightful 

exchange with her friend Derek Galaxy.

Derek was dressed for the Christmas Ball with his avi wearing the head of a reindeer. 

    Our conversation went something like this:

    Becky: Hi Derek, I think the Christmas ornaments on your antlers are very appropriate
    Derek: :P ty 
    Derek: I fell into a Christmas tree and just decided to keep it this way XD
    Becky: Well, it was a lucky fall.
    Becky: https://www.flickr.com/photos/beckykenaan/
    Becky: I even captured you shiny nose, Rudolf
    Derek: Oh cool, thank you :D
    Derek: Great photos!
    Becky: I hate to tell you that you still cannot fly regardless of all  those lessons.
         It aint gonna happen.
    Derek: Flying is overrated anyway... lol
    Derek: Don't tell anyone but Santa just uses amazon prime now.
    Becky: Well look what happened to you..
         That was no accident falling into that tree. Pfft!
    Becky: Bad take off
    Derek: I’m not sure how it happened. The details are fuzzy, it was a holiday party. haha
    Becky: Yeah, yeah, yeah… it was Sana's fault anyway putting you on point
    Derek: hahaha

   

    Becky: It was the alcohol that turned that nose red wasn't it?  Come on, fess up!
    Derek: I plead the 5th LOL
    Becky: I was told that you were the first reindeer ever to have a breathalyzer test.
              Just sayin'
    Derek: Those elves gossip way too much..
    Becky: Actually, it was Blitzen who confessed in a Plea deal with the DA.
              Remember he was right behind you inhaling the fumes.
    Becky: He kept screaming to Santa, "DON'T LIGHT YOUR PIPE!!!!
                FREAKIN" DON’T LIGHT YOUR PIPE!!!"
    Derek: Facepalms
    Derek: Of course, it was him
    Becky: I wondered why the fur on his little ears were singed,
    Becky: I was told by Mrs. Claus that the only other perilous time Santa had with
                you was when you changed your diet from Barley to Hay.
    Becky: Since then he installed a windshield on his sleigh I was told
    Derek: Ok, who is leaking all this confidential north pole data? lol
    Becky: (zip lips)
    Derek: Squints at you suspiciously.
    Becky: I have a non-disclosure agreement with the Man himself.
    Becky: Now I understand why the other reindeer despise you
                and never let you play in any reindeer games.
    Becky: They have to call out the HAZMAT GUYS every Christmas
                (I would be annoyed also)
    Derek: Pfft.... That was only a couple times but they keep re-sharing that story.
    Becky: Well, it is no wonder why Santa puts you way out front
                as far away from him as possible). That song about you is a cover
    Becky Kénaan: You are fun! Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and your family!
    Derek: And to you too! Thanks for coming to the show! :)
    Becky: (Just stay downwind from me, okay?)
    Derek: lol
    Becky: lol

SWANK Events December '18 Introduces the DE. Boutique Christmas Mood Sweater Dress - A Fun & Delightful Potpourri of Traditional and Trendy Pop Culture Textures

I love Christmas and the Joy it brings! 

 For me, I measure its’ holiday spirit and mood by how soon I hear the wonderful 

Christmas music such as “‘All I Want for Christmas is You,” by Mariah Carey 

and Celine Dion’s “So This Is Christmas.” 

I also love the more traditional songs like “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby 

and “Let It Snow,” by Dean Martin. These are classic and timeless 

Christmas songs that will forever remain a part of my Holiday glee. 

In addition to the music I also love baking cookies, putting up and decorating 

the Christmas tree and of course wearing those cozy and fun over-the-top 

knitwear like this DE Boutique Christmas Mood Sweater Dress. 

Since I have been here in Second Life, the selection of fun 

Christmas sweater dresses gets better each year. 

This DE Boutique Christmas Mood Sweater Dress comes with a very cool Texture HUD menu, providing you with 14 different (and fun) texture change patterns to choose from. 

From traditional snowflake printed sweater dress types to new trendy pop culture references – they will certainly get people’s attention as sure conversation starters. 

For next year, I hope to see someone create a texture of “Santa’s Christmas Prayer” 

and spread its Christmas message of Joy throughout Second Life. 

Christmas is all about spending time with family and friends. 

It’s also about creating happy memories that will last a lifetime. 

Most importantly it is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. 

May this festive Christmas season sparkle and shine for you, may all of your 

wishes and dreams come true and may you feel this 

happiness all year round. 

Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Love, Becks

Store: DE Boutique

Designer: Deborah Vos (missdeborah88)

Product: Christmas Mood Sweater Dress

Release: December 2018 

Available: Swank Event (Click Here)

SWANK Events December Introduces the AnaSTyle Melania Jacket & Shirt - It's a style made with love for bad chicks.

There is something special about the look of a down puffer jacket. 

 Personally speaking, wearing one makes me feel safe and comfortable. 

But despite being probably one of the most logical types of winter coats to 

wear, puffers once fell into the same categories as Uggs and Crocs—

functional and comfortable looking, but not at all chic. 

Finding the right puffer style down jacket in SL to pair 

with my other outfits has been a total buzzkill. My passion for down 

puffers has not been reciprocated by the fashion industry here. 

Recently featured on the fall runways at Vetements and Balenciaga, 

the functional puffer jacket has reemerged and deemed as cool. 

To my glee, I also just found the perfect, toasty-looking puffer in SL 

that is absolutely smashing. I recommend that you check out this wonderful 

AnaSTyle Melania puffer Jacket & Shirt.

It's a style made with love for bad chicks. 

It delivers a quintessential, unapologetic attitude which epitomizes the 

70's California skater girl look. It oozes with Italian romance, 

Studio 54, and chill skater vibes. 

I love the black, white and brightly colored hues 

which are provided in its Hud-driven menu. 

These colors challenge the darkness of winter and brighten your day. 

Your jacket game will have never looked so good.

Store: AnaSTyle 
Designer: Ava Jhamin
Product:  Melania Jacket & Shirt
Release: December 2018 
Available: Swank Event (Click Here)

SWANK Events December '18 Showcases FlowerDream's Gia Gown - An Eye-Catching, Flowing & Sweeping Design Which Seems to Defy Gravity.

This beautiful FlowerDreams Gia Gown is a stunning example of the Illusion motif. 

The Illusion gown (named for the nude effect derived from strategically placed 

sequins, beads and lace) began its' origin in the 1930s Hollywood with a 

sheer gown designed for Ginger Rogers in Flying Down to Rio (1933). 

But it wasn't until Marlene Dietrich took ownership in the 1940s 

which left an unforgettable impact on fashion. 

During World War II, Marlene turned to legendary costume designer 

Irene Lentz Gibbons (known to the world simply as "Irene") when she 

needed dresses for the cabaret act she took on tour with the USO.

This illusion appearance has since become an elegant way to show a little skin - 

with accents gracing the neckline, waistline, sleeves, back, and soft skirt hems.

By design, it creates a magical look with an eye-catching and exceptional effect.
This gown’s sheer leaf inserts, underlays, and daring cut out patterning
creates a wonderful floating tapestry appearance.

At first glance it seemingly defies gravity while at once caressing your body 

in a very sexy, fashion-forward and glamorous way. 

This FlowerDreams Gia Gown combines a beautiful sheer floral fabric pattern 

with illusion lace to create both an alluring and dramatic statement. 

This magical creation by N I L E reveals a variety of different illusions at once.
N I L E provides four wonderful color scheme options - Red, Silver, Violet & Seagreen.

All of these schemes also include four sparkling gown diamond accent sets. She
also includes two makeup sets depending on which color gowns you decide upon.
  

N I L E also provides you with a choice of three different shades of flesh tone 

applier which cleverly conceals your nipples while lending the "illusion" 

that you are naked beneath the outer layer of this gorgeous gown.

Its’ fluid flared transparent tapestry sleeve, leg and tail skirting has a 

dramatic floating and sweeping effect which seems to defy gravity. 

I love how the fabric gathers at the sides, across the midriff then traverses 

out at the tail - recalling a pannier-like, Rococo Victorian appearance.

Store: FlowerDreams

Designer: N I L E (nile.karas) 

Product: Gia Gown

Release: December 2018 
Available: Swank Event (Click Here)

Luxe Paris Fashion Introduces the Vanity Dress - Its Design Accentuates Your Feminine Qualities with Sophisticated Flair.

Fashion has long seen the female body as a supple being, something to be 

pliable and molded according to the contemporary norms of today’s 

social codes and the capricious whims of the fashion industry. 

Corsetry has historically signified both beauty and oppression. 

Now that it has re-emerged again in trend, let’s look back 

in time to better understand its current resurgence. 

In the 19th and early 20th centuries the ideal figure was more statuesque 

in appearance than that of today’s look. For many women during those periods, 

the physical proportions and statuesque curves dictated the fashion of that era. 

Corsetry was seen as a reflection of a distinct brand of feminism. 

No other garment so radically reshaped the physical body of a woman. 

It not only transformed our perceptions of the figure, it also 

distinctly changed a woman's form - by kneading the flesh into a 

tightly laced corset to literally carve out a new body for its wearer. 

In addition to focusing on the waistline, attention was also paid to the other 
parts of the body – with smooth long hips and pronounced busts more commonplace.

Today, the corset dress has become a popular fashion statement 

with its shape making a comeback all over the catwalk.

In an age where fashion has never been more concerned with being
feminist, the corset dress represents how powerfully women can
reclaim and reinvent what clothing means to them. 

This Luxe Paris Vanity Dress is a great example. 

Its overall silhouette is very sexy and flattering. 

I absolutely love the buttoned-down wrap look of this dress. I also like 

the off shoulder, contrasting laced sleeves and how they are cleverly 

button-fastened to the body of the dress. 

Its corset bodice design enhances the figure by accentuating our feminine 

qualities with sophisticated flair. Its lightly boned bust and sweetheart neckline is 

divine, with a design intended to conceal the cleavage rather than express it. 

If you’re after the full corset look, you can’t go wrong adorning 

this beautiful red & black Luxe Paris Vanity Dress!

Rather than contorting my body, this Vanity corset dress fits my exact shape. If 

you’re an avid corset fan like me, you’ll be in your element wearing this dress. 

Store: Luxe Paris Fashion

Designers: Mika Palmyra & Paris Skytower

Product: Vanity Gown

Landmark (Click): Luxe Paris Fashion House Bao

DAZZLE Events "Dazzling Holidays in Glitter" (Dec. 1st - 25th) Premiers the PRISM Chelsey Gown - Empowering Your Grace, Elegance & Style

Like it or not, the clothing you select speaks volumes about you as a person. 

The big question here in Second Life is whether you care about fashion and 

what you're communicating through your fashion choices. 

The choices of clothing you make tells a story about you. 
If you are a model like me, you want to show that your look 
is in trend, it is clean, sharp and sophisticated. 

The presentation not only addresses your outfit and the accessories and 

hairstyle you choose for it, but also helps you mentally step up your game - 

for it is important for your confidence and sense of self-empowerment. 

What you decide to wear and style does more than just send messages for it actually 

impacts how you think - which in turn telegraphs your self-confidence to others. 

That is why I enjoy modeling for Jezzixa of Prism Creations. She gets it! 

Take for example her Prism Chelsey Gown.

This type and quality of corset gown is an immediate self-esteem builder –
for it not only influences the way others perceive you, it also makes
others consider how they perceive themselves around you. 

Its attention to detail is absolutely superb in every way! 

I love the scalloped sweetheart strapless neckline, 

its colorful glitter filigree corset bodice and the special way 

the tulle skirting flows and swishes with the dress. 

It also comes with your choice of a gorgeous 18K yellow gold or 

platinum chained pearl necklace with matching earrings.

This Prism Chelsey Gown comes in Black, Blue, Bronze, Green,
Pink, Purple, Turquoise, Yellow and Red.

 These features and accessories make me feel attractive which gives 

me the confidence in making great social connections at any gala event. 

Taking intentional control of how you dress is a good step in empowering yourself, 

accomplishing your goals, and living a more meaningful Second Life. 

That said, pay attention to what you choose to wear.  The world's your stage! 

So do it with grace, elegance & style wearing this fabulous Prism Chelsey Gown.

Store: P R I S M

Designer: JEZZIXA Cazalet

Product: Chelsey Gown

Landmark (Click): Dazzle (Dazzling Holidays in Glitter)

Release: December 1, 2018

The Artwork of Etta Teichmann - Leading your Mind from Discovery to Sensual Surprise

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side "Lovers"

Have any of you ever seen Etta Teichmann’s artwork here in Second Life? 

 While exploring the Second Life world, I was fortunate to come into contact with 

Etta personally and then look at some of her work and discuss it with her. 

Paisley Place - The Sensual Side Exhibition 

If you haven’t seen her artwork, you are missing out on quite a treat. 

Etta is a real life artist with a deep and passionate appreciation for 
beauty in the natural world and within the human spirit. 

Her work is executed in a vibrant, impressionistic style which (while
still retaining its representational roots) incorporates abstract 
elements, resulting in a uniquely contemporary union.

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side "Concerto"

After coming to Second Life in 2007, Etta has expanded her exposure and 
brought her art to the virtual world. She does wonderful artwork -  
art pieces which are perfect for that special statement you 
may be looking for at your home or venue here in SL. 

 Wherever you display her artwork, she hopes that you will enjoy
experiencing it as much as she enjoyed creating it.

Etta's dedication to creating beautiful and expressive paintings
has manifested broadly into the development of a wide range of 

enthusiastic collectors, exhibitions, and awards.

Etta's artwork is now represented by a number of galleries. In addition to these
galleries, she continues to exhibit in a select group of invitational exhibitions each year.

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side "Woodsie"

Meeting for the very first time, we had a great conversation. 

 We talked at length about our creative energy and how our brains work to 

channel our creativity. We have learned to transition our minds into another 

state of consciousness when we design. We refer to this as our “Alpha State”

to set our imagination free from distractions during the design process. 

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side  "Silhouette"

By entering into our Alpha State, we can acutely focus a higher level 

of creativity through this meditative state. Etta uses it to create her paintings 

and sculpture. I use it with my architectural design to visualize space. 

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side "The Waltz"

These deep states of consciousness are directly related to the ever-changing 

electrical, chemical, and architectural network areas of the brain.

Many have heard the terms “left brain” versus “right brain” thinking. These 
two hemispheres of the brain control our analytical and conceptual abilities respectively. This is referred to as bicameral thinking.

This theory is based on the fact that the brain is divided into two unique
hemispheres - with each side performing different functions and specialties.

This first came to light in the 1960s, thanks to the research of 
psychobiologist and Nobel Prize winner Roger W. Sperry.

For the artist in us, the theory is that we use much of our right 

brain side during the creative process. The right brain is more visual 
and intuitive. It’s sometimes referred to as the analog brain. It has a more 
creative and less structured way of thinking. It is where we derive our 
intuition, holistic thinking, imagination and visualization abilities.

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side "Liberation"

By contrast, the left brain is more verbal, analytical, and orderly 
than the right brain. It’s sometimes called the digital brain. It’s better at 
things like reading, logic, linear thinking and computation.

Our brain is such a fascinating and complex living machine. Understanding
how it works offers insight into who we are and how we think. 

Paisley Place: The Sensual Side "Pout"

Regardless if you’re working out complicated algebraic equations, 

creating environmental design or abstract art like Etta’s, both sides 

of your brain are actively participating and providing input. 

Understanding this is key to lifelong learning. It empowers us to utilize 

the brain for new discoveries yet to come and in understanding our journey 

towards deeper self-awareness, vibrancy and mental health. 

Seeing and appreciating Etta’s sensual artwork is one such marvelous discovery!

Studio: Paisley Place

Artist: Etta Teichmann 

Collection: The Sensual Side
Landmark (Click): Paisley Place