I'm looking to create an avatar with really dressy, formal Victorian dresses/ clothing. Any suggestions for the outfit (including shoes, wigs, makeup etc)?

Have you tried using this? It's very useful for experimenting with avatars :) I love the Victorian style! Maybe something like this:

OMGAH that link is awesome. Thanks a lot!! And the design is lovely - what items did you use?

[in this order] Archduchess String of Pearls Colonial Fan Archduke Hat Sophisticated Prom Dress Donna Pearl Necklace Feisty Heroine Gloves Deluxe Variety Pearl Clip Hair: hair salon style Cu Sui Brick Red Blush Archduchess Eyeshadow

:) Some of the stuff might be expensive but it's easy to find replacements until you get the other items that cost more. Glad I could help!

Yeah they're a bit pricey D: But thanks for giving me a basic reference and the HA generator link :D