SISTERS IN SL MAGAZINE
DEC 2019/JAN 2020
ALL THAT GLITTERS
THE COZIEST ISSUE Find cozy winter adventures around mainland
NEW YEAR,
RENEWED YOU
Making 2020 your best year
Shine at all your holiday parties
DEC 2019/JAN 2020|Â ISSUE NO. 3
ON THE COVER
THE MOST JOYFUL RIDE
OUR CEO, AURORA TAKES LITTLE AVA FOR HER FIRST RIDE ON THE POLAR EXPRESS.
IN THIS ISSUE AWAKENING TO A NEW YOU IN 2020 COZY FASHION FOR YOUR HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS FESTIVE FAMILY FUN AROUND THE GRID
.SIS RUOY MORF EGASSEM A
ABUNDANCE IS YOUR BIRTHRIGHT. MANIFEST IT AND IT'S YOURS.
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A LOOK AHEAD After three beautiful issues sharing sisterhood and light with you all, I've decided to look ahead to new possibilities to share creativity with the grid. Life is all about embracing change, and with the new year I'm focusing on meeting change with joy and happiness. Stay tuned for new faces, new content, and new ways to inspire from SIS Mag in 2020! This issue, consider the things that bring you joy and manifest more of it for 2020. Focus less on resolutions, more on what you can do today to enjoy the 'now moments.' See you on mainland,
Soul
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h i si st h es e a s o no f c l o s i n gd o o r sa n do p e n i n g n e wo n e s . 2 0 1 9h a sb e e nai n t e r e sn gy e a r f o r mo s t a n di b e l i e v et h a t i sb e c a u s ei t t e a c h e su s o f c h a n g ea n df o r c i n gu si n t ot h en e x t s t a g e so f o u r l i v e s . T h eu n i v e r s ei sf o r c i n gu st op r o g r e s sa n dt o l e a r nt h el e s s o n so f l i f e . I a ms p e n d i n gmyC h r i s t ma s / Ne wY e a r s b r e a kd e c l ue r i n gmyh o mea n dwe l c o mi n g n e wc h a n g ef o r 2 0 2 0 . I f e e l t h a t wen e e dt og e t r i do f t h i n g st h a t n ol o n g e r b r i n gu sj o ya n d mo v ef o r t ht oe mb r a c en e wp o s s i b i l ie s . E x p e c t al o t o f c h a n g e sa n da l o t o f n e wf a c e s wi t h i nt h ema n a g e me n t t e a m.
P e r s o n a l l y , I wo u l dl i k et ot h a n kS o u l f o r h e r d e d i c ao na n dh a r dwo r kt o wa r d sma k i n gt h e ma g a z i n ef o r wh a t i si t a n dg e n gu st h i sf a r . S h ewi l l b emo v i n gt on e wp o s s i b i l ie sa n dwi l l b e g r e a t l ymi s s e da mo n g s t t h et e a m. I n2 0 2 0wewe l c o mean e we d i t o r R e b e l l a hAn t o i n ee wh owi l l b et a k i n gt h ema g a z i n et oi t sn e wp h a s e . Wea r ev e r ye x c i t e dt oh a v eh e r j o i no u r t e a m a n df e e l t h a t s h ewi l l d oag r e a t j o bi nc o nn u i n g o nf r o mS o u l ' sa ma z i n gwo r k . B eo nt h el o o ko u t f o r mo r ee v e n t sa n dn e w e x c in gn e ws ! T h i sh a sb e e naa ma z i n gy e a r f o r t h eg r o u pa n di a mt h a n k f u l f o r a l l t h e t e a ma n do u r me mb e r st h a t h a v ema d ei t p o s s i b l e !
T h eg r o u pwo u l db en o t h i n gwi t h o u t y o u ! S e n d i n gy o ua l l h u g sa n dk i s s e s ! E n j o yy o u r h o l i d a y s !
Me r r yC h r i s t ma s&Ha p p yNe wY e a r L o v ea l wa y s ,
Au r o r aNi g h t
Awakening A Renewal of Mind, Body, and Spirit
TORA AIRI HOLIDAY ITO | STAFF WRITER
I can remember exactly how I was feeling the first time I read this quote. Nothing seemed to be going right. My love life, my connection to family and friends, my health, and yes, even my desire to write. Being beaten up by life can cause us to retreat and isolate ourselves in order to survive. And that’s exactly what I was doing. I shut down. Put the guard up. And even though the world saw a smile on my face, I believe I was dying on the inside. That’s when it happened. That’s when, after reading this quote, I remembered. Have you ever felt that you were holding on to the very last part of yourself? After all, as women, we tend to give to everyone first, leaving mere scraps for ourselves to survive on. Our complaints typically fall on deaf ears, if we voice them at all. And day by day, we continue to give from an empty cup.
“She remembered who she was and the
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game changed. ~ Lalah Delia
What women may not realize is that this is a long-term conditioning that has been passed from woman to woman. One that says our needs must come last in the big scheme of things that matter in our lives. Furthermore, it is without question, one of the hardest things to overcome. That belief that you are bad for putting your needs and wants first. It has taken me years to come to this realization, and it’s still something I struggle with. However, I have learned a few things that I would like to offer you; in the hope that this New Year brings you an...awakening.
● Set Boundaries ○
Setting boundaries in your relationships teaches people how you want to be treated. Despite what some believe, it is not a form of punishment to others. It is simply how you communicate what you will tolerate in your life. A boundary could be something as simple as no communication between a specified timeframe. This gives you time to focus on yourself.
● Learn to Say “No” ○
As a self-proclaimed “people pleaser”, this one was difficult for me. However, there is so much power in the word “No”. Again, it is not a form of punishment towards others. Instead, it is your way of creating balance between obligations and personal space. Get comfortable with this word!
● Find Your Silent Space ○
I highly recommend finding a place that is just for you. Decorate a room in your home that’s special to you. Or perhaps you have a favorite park that you enjoy visiting. Whatever it is, spend as much time there as possible. Use that time to reconnect with yourself and reflect on what is important to you.
As we enter a New Year, let’s break old habits and work towards becoming the women we were born to be. Leave behind the belief that we have to be perfect or the need to compete with one another. It’s time to put yourself first, ladies. Time to reveal in all that you do, and be proud of who you are right now. Time to change the game.
It’s time for an Awakening!
FAVORITE THINGS
MIRAH VIERIA | MARKETING GENIUS
G'S GOLDEN
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LIVE YOUR SLIFE LIKE IT'S GOLDEN Let your inner light shine with these golden picks! Whether you're gracing an event or lounging at home, these pieces will help you to remember that you're worth it.
MODELED AND WRITTEN BY GISELLE CHAUVEAU, FASHION EDITOR PHOTOS BY DIGI PERA
The Sequined Dress
A little sparkle never hurt anybody. Dress: Fashionably Dead - Sequin Open Party Dress
The Astral Eyeshadow Always have stars in your eyes and a flame that ignites your soul. Eyeshadow: Alaskametro - Astral Eyeshadow
The Chain Link Necklace The right jewelry always allows an amazing lady to slay all night & day. Necklace: Krescendo - Slay Necklace
The Metallic Lace-Up Heels Step fiercely and confidently like the goddess you are at all times. Shoes: Gos - Otreya Sandals
The 24K Finger Harness Hold tightly to your dreams and be steadfast in bringing them to fruition. Ring: Zaara - Kasita Finger Harness
be merry. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR SIS.
SISTERS ON THE MOVE
So many events, so little time! Sisters enjoyed the season with a myriad of holiday happenings, sharing joy and sisterhood with all!
Wanna join us? Check out the event calendar at bit.ly/SISLEvents.
Winter Blues W A R M IN G U P W I T H W I N T ER LOOKS Sisters share outfits to keep you cozy and cute this winter season.
Model and Photo: Yuki Y. Credits in the back of the mag
Winter Wow "I opted for a sexy, daring and glamorous look, where femininity stands out in its full splendor. The bodysuit full of stones in Turquoise Blue has me in love!" HAIR: Foxy - Steel Hair (Red) MAKEUP: Velour: Powder Pack for Catwa .tsg. Winter Nail Art - Frost Queen ACCESSORIES: *T.Whore* - Dive Fur Stole White MESH - shanghai - Edra Earring Diamond PLASTIX - Fur Cossack Hat (White) BOOTS: [ LsR Shoes ] - Anais Boots CLOTHES: ED. Queen Bodice ED. Queen Dress White
Photo by Melinda Bayn
AN ELEGANT NEW YEAR Photo and model: Sahra Freschi
This beautiful blue gown, with the top made of sheer and lace, is perfect for a special evening during the winter holidays. CLOTHES: Dress- Fashion Dream - 007 Skyfall Gown HAIR: Stealthic - Sirens Hair ACCESSORIES: Lazuri - Locuala Necklace
SO FROSTY
"On my cold early morning walk with my babies Scarlett and Kash." Photo/model: Taraji Deed
CLOTHING: Blueberry Power Play Jeans Blueberry CeCe Coat Loose Fit ACCESSORIES: Bowtique-Jeweled Ribbon Earmuffs Euphoric-Bento Nails SHOES: Blueberry Power Play Boots HAIR: Doux-Angeline Hairstyle
A WALK TO REMEMBER A casual outfit perfect for a lovely winter afternoon walk. HAIR: Amber by Exile CLOTHING: Jacket: Vixie Leather Jacket Set by Giz Seorn Pant: Lacey Jeans by Pink Cream Pie SHOES: Boots: Catina Tabi Boots by Status Inc. ACCESSORIES: Purse: Mindy purse by Baby Monkey Photo/model: Serenaelia
EXP LORE. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR SIS.
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