SLMB Flash Sale Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I had found out about the SLMB (^^SL Mesh Body) group having a flash sale, and there are group gifts available :) It had been a while since I'd visited this particular event space, but I knew that the gifts are in the center area (cobblestone ground texture) and all of these are found on this outdoor level. The group is currently $10L to join, a very affordable way for the group to stay protected from scams and spam :) The designers can also offers gifts at their mainstores and I do occasionally share those too. For this post though, we've got one stop shopping and gift grabbing!

My first look is the playful ::LS STORE::BEATRICE SET L&M Store gift. It consists of the top, separate sleeves, and shorts seen here. They all fit Legacy, Pushup, Maitreya, Reborn, and Juicy mesh bodies, and there is a HUD enclosed with 20 colors apiece for top, sleeves, and shorts. I love the ability to mix and match, and this is fun for this time of year when the days are still warm but the evenings can be just chilly enough to make the sleeves a necessity. 

I feel like a flirty ballerina in our ELITE - BELINDA GIFT BLUE <3 group gift :) The skirt has layered ruffles that fluff out to show off a bit of cheek in the rear view, while the bodice has a snug fit and a deep V neckline. The dress and separate sleeves are each provided in sizes for Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Petite X, Reborn, and Waifu mesh bodies. The deep sapphire hue makes me think of the night sky, so I think I'd like to accessorize with silver jewelry that has stars on it to really bring out that idea.

Next I've slipped into the beautiful [satus Inc] Pasha Cutout Side Slit Dress. This gift catches the eye with the intriguing single shoulder strap curving up to a choker style around the throat, and a bold cutout on the right side of the waist. The skirt has an elegant print in gold, and a side opening that gives the slightly asymmetrical hem even more oomph. We receive Erika, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn body sizes in this treat.

 I simply couldn't resist sharing the Graffitiwear 2026 SLMB Group Gift since it is just so alluring :) Our heart-shaped top flutters loosely above a miniskirt gathered on each side, both designed for Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Legacy, Maitreya, Prima Busty, Prima Petite, Reborn, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh bodies. The HUD offers 3 choices for each piece, so the top has 3 patterns to match the solid colors of the skirt. This is great for taking advantage of these remaining warm weather days, and it is very easy to wear BOM pasties beneath if you want to protect the nips from making a surprise appearance ;)

My final look of the evening is our gift called ~Sassy!~ Echo vinyl set - violet. It lives up to the brand name and has a terrific sheen to show off the vinyl texture :) I love the crossed straps of the waist too! Our top and skirt are each included in sizing for Lara X, Legacy, Reborn, and Waifu mesh bodies. 

It is so hard for me to explain my outings without sounding like I've lost the last of my marbles, LOL, like well it was great but it was also awful? The car ride itself was very stressful, but being in each store was so lovely and felt really good. Maybe it was partly relief from being out of the car, but I talked to a few kind people (coincidentally including the owners of both little shops) and was truly happy to be there. Just imagine how much easier my life would be if teleportation were possible in RL! :) It was a successful outing, I just wish it were easier to stay calm in the car. I hope you're all having a wonderful day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from SLMB Flash Sale Event:

Photo 1:

Outfit: ::LS STORE::BEATRICE SET L&M Store $0L SLMB Group

Photo 2:

Dress: ELITE - BELINDA GIFT BLUE <3 $0L SLMB Group

Photo 3:

Dress: [satus Inc] Pasha Cutout Side Slit Dress $0L SLMB Group

Photo 4:

Outfit: Graffitiwear 2026 SLMB Group Gift $0L SLMB Group

Photo 5:

Outfit: ~Sassy!~ Echo vinyl set - violet $0L SLMB Group

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH Verse - Essential

Skin: enLight RUE 5-Satin, Xtreme Model Skin 5-Satin & nipple covers

Ring: ~~ Ysoral ~~  .:  Luxe Wedding Ring Lore:. 

Body/Hands/Feet: [LEGACY] Meshbody (f) Special Edition (1.7.1)

Poses: Various Sets from [piXit] or Verocity

Pretty at Palomma Plaza

Hiya everyone! Tonight found me feeling sentimental, so I headed to Palomma Plaza to see what gifts I haven't shared yet :) I think of it as The Free Dove part two, as it is in the same region and building while being similar by housing tons of generous group gifts from a huge range of designers. Much like Dove's (Palomma Casanova) intentions, it is to help new residents or those who are trying to save some money (hi, LOL) by having gifts for men and women, ranging from clothing to accessories to skins, hair, and much more. The group is free to join, you get a Doves Angel tag to wear, and that tag lets you click all the amazing gifts and claim them for free :) As for tonight's post, I have gifts from May24 and Graffitiwear to share, and my link should give you a red arrow to right between the two displays.

First we see the May24 - Esther Dress, which is one of 4 gifts they are currently offering here at Palomma Plaza. It has such a classic style with the handkerchief hem, puffed sleeves, and crisp pointy collar! There are sizes for Freya, Legacy+Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn bodies provided, along with a HUD that lets us choose from 6 colors. Each color has a preselected hue for the trim, and I think they did a great job coordinating the looks :)

Another gift that really appeals to me is called May24 - Ladonna Dress Group Gift. I get Boho vibes but I can also see if someone wanted to use it as Medieval roleplay type clothing too :) This gift includes Freya, Legacy+Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn sizes, as well as a HUD with 12 colors apiece for the top, skirt, and laces. The cat print on the corset belt is so fun, and goes really well with any color combo you come up with for the rest of it. The laces mentioned on the HUD are on the front and back, tying the corset and the bodice with lovely loose bows.

Our May24 - Aiko Dress gift is a fun look for most seasons with its long sleeves, cowl neck, and playful short hemline that is slightly asymmetrical. There are sizes for Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Kupra, Legacy+Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies. The included HUD has 15 color choices so you can get creative with adjusting its appearance. I'd gladly layer leggings or jeans beneath if I wanted to wear it to a chilly region :)

Next I've changed into the charming May24 - Ariana Dress. This gift will fit Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Kupra, Legacy+Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn bodies, and has scooped cutouts on each side as well as a deep rounded neckline. We also receive a HUD with 18 main colors and 4 hues for the buttons down the front. The open sides really help accentuate our curves, don't you think?

For my final look this evening, I've changed into the beautiful Graffitiwear Summer Sweater & Pants gift. The colors and floral pattern also feel springy to me, so I wouldn't even limit this to one season :) The sleeveless top and slim fitting pants are each provided in sizing for Freya, Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Kupra, Kups, Legacy, Perky, Petite, Maitreya, Maitreya Petite, Prima Busty, Prima Petite, and Reborn mesh bodies. I think a white pair of shoes/sandals would look terrific with this if you don't have just the right shade of pink, and I'd also consider trying to match the green in the floral print or even choose silver or gold to match any jewelry I'm wearing.

I feel tired again, and that is probably going to be worse tomorrow when my area gets bombarded with bad storms while I'm trying to sleep. My anxiety support group meeting went really well though, and I did find it helpful while also participating in supporting others. There are some really good people in the group, and we're all at different stages of healing which makes it interesting. I think my outing this week might be back to Target optical for an adjustment of my new glasses, lol, not the most exciting thing but clearly necessary. I hope you're all having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Palomma Plaza:

Photo 1:

Dress: May24 - Esther Dress $0L Palomma Plaza Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: May24 - Ladonna Dress Group Gift $0L Palomma Plaza Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: May24 - Aiko Dress $0L Palomma Plaza Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: May24 - Ariana Dress $0L Palomma Plaza Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: Graffitiwear Summer Sweater & Pants $0L Palomma Plaza Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH Strawberry - Essential

Skin: enLight RUE 5-Satin, Xtreme Model Skin 5-Satin & nipple covers

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: [LEGACY] Meshbody (f) Special Edition (1.7.1)

Poses: Various Sets from [piXit] or Verocity

MGSN Group Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight's post is filled with goodies for the MGSN group, which stands for Maitreya Gifts, Sales and News. That doesn't mean that all of the gifts are only for the Maitreya body, but they should all offer that size at a minimum :) I usually just explore the stores who've sent group notices recently, but I also still had a copy of the notecard from their Xmas gift train and used that to help me find some treats for us. At least we know those brands are part of the group, so it was worth a try :) The group is currently free to join, so this post should be very easy on your wallet and your eyes.

Our first gift of the evening is the {Poeme} Wintry Florals Sweater Dress, which is labeled for winter/spring 2026 and I agree with both seasons. Florals always make me smile, and many associate them specifically with spring. The colors lean winter I think, but the bare arms say spring unless we layer a fun bolero over it. This lovely tube dress comes in sizes for eBody, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. While you're here, please click that midnight mania board if it needs some more tickling ;)

Anyone else get 70s vibes from our Salesita's Creations gift 5 Dress Elena treat? Maybe it's the fringe, or the rich embossed fabric with large flowers, but for me this feels like a modern take on retro fashion :) We receive Freya, Isis, Venus, Kupra Bimbo, Low, Original, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and Reborn mesh body sizes. To find this beauty, please head upstairs and go over to the group gifts wall, where you will need to camera over to the MGSN sign. 

Okay, so I just realized I've accidentally got a floral theme going here...it really was unintentional, yet I am rather happy about it :) The Graffitiwear Sash Dress should bring some joy to you too, as it is so very flirty and feminine. There are sizes for eBody Classic, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies included, as well as a HUD with 3 flowery textures. The way the front is draped and crossed upwards to meet at the neck in a halter style is simply gorgeous, and all essentials will be covered if you add your favorite panties beneath. I also think it'll show off a back tattoo perfectly!

Moving on from the floral portion of the evening, LOL, we take a gander at our [ZEX] Dakota sexy dress * Pink group gift. Pink is one of those colors that can really range from sweetly innocent to hot and spicy, and I think the name of this dress is an accurate assessment :) Our slightly sheer dress and matching thong panties are each provided in Erika, Kupra Bimbo, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Lara X, and Reborn mesh body sizing. Spaghetti straps are so flattering, and the ruffled hem lifts up in the rear to show a flash of bum in such a cheeky way.

My final look of the night is our generous gift from Enigma Apparel called [EN] Ully Set. The versatile dress and heels each fit Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, and Reborn mesh bodies, with a HUD that offers 15 colors each for dress and trim, plus 2 metals and 2 colors for the heels. I had entirely too much fun playing with the HUD and trying out various color combos, which is not a bad thing by any means :) 

Quick hair note of the night: this weekend's new release at Truth Hair was his delightful collab with his RL daughter, called Daydream. Such a playful twisted updo with a scrunchie woven in there, and there are loose ends to add an extra casual touch that made it a "shut up and take my lindens" situation for me ;) Of course I spent extra time tonight changing the scrunchie color (via HUD) but in the future I might just choose one neutral color and stick with it. I'm not sure how long the Saturday Sale pricing lasts, so hurry over if you haven't been there yet!

The support group meeting this evening was productive, but it ran a little late so I feel slow now. The best part was someone's new kitten who decided to hang out on their laptop, so in front of the camera, causing all of us to be like "oooo kitty ♥" randomly. When asked about goals for the upcoming 2 weeks between sessions, someone else joked they would be getting a cat now. If not for the severity of my allergies, it would be very tempting :) I hope you're all having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

Photo 1:

Dress: {Poeme} Wintry Florals Sweater Dress $0L MGSN Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: Salesita's Creations gift 5 Dress Elena $0L MGSN Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Graffitiwear Sash Dress $0L MGSN Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: [ZEX] Dakota sexy dress * Pink $0L MGSN Group Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: Enigma Apparel [EN] Ully Set $0L MGSN Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH Collective Daydream - Redhead

Skin: .::WoW Skins::. .WS. ALMOND CLEO

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara 5.3

Poses: Various Sets from [piXit] or Verocity

Under Palomma's Tree

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we've got some gifts to open from under a Christmas tree. If you are a member of the Palomma Plaza group, you can claim all the free gifts under the tree as well as all the ones you see around you on the main floor :) This location is in memory of the owner of The Free Dove, Palomma Casanova, who made it her mission in SL to ensure that everyone could afford to look and feel their best with treats from top designers. It also helped new residents find their footing, and residents who took a break and came back to big changes (mesh clothing, mesh bodies, mesh heads, BOM, etc.) relearn the world we all love. Her generosity lives on, and she loved the holidays so this Christmas tree is extra special in her honor. Join the free group if you're not already a member, and treat yourself to some amazing new goodies!

I'm starting the evening in style, thanks to our [Glitzz] Alice Gown - Palomma Xmas Gift. Isn't it gorgeous? This strapless gown with a full skirt and large rear bow is provided in sizing for Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Petite X, Reborn, and Waifu mesh bodies. The colors in the plaid pattern are just right for the season, and it will be easy to accessorize this look if you wish.

Hilly Haalan has tucked a gift under the tree for us too, called [hh] Estelle Set Festive. The blouse and pants are each designed for Erika, Freya, Hourglass, Kupra, Kups, Legacy, Maitreya, Petite, and Reborn mesh bodies. There is also a HUD provided with 10 colors apiece for the pants, blouse, sleeves, collar, and buttons. So many possibilities, and the design of this outfit is so flattering! Sometimes for the holidays we want to dress up a little more than usual, and this goes to show that skirts are not the only more elegant option :)

A wonderful way to get into the holiday mood is by wearing our Graffitiwear Xmas Tree Santa Lady gift from beneath the tree. It is decorated with an evergreen, adorned with flowers that look like poinsettias, and I do see some pinecones too which bring back childhood crafting memories from this time of year :) There are sizes for Legacy, Maitreya, Lara X, Prima Busty, Prima Petite, and Reborn mesh bodies included. 

Next I got to bundle up in the lovely EC Lyra Dress Burgundy v2 gift from Emerald Couture. It has the look of a layered sweater and miniskirt, but they are linked together and worn as one single piece. There are eBody Juicy, Erika, Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Hourglass, Khara, Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Peach, Prima, Reborn, Waifu, and Star mesh body sizes provided. The snowflakes on the sweater are a fun touch, just like the reindeer on the front who may be Rudolph based on that shiny red nose.

My final look this evening is one of two from NILSY, this one being called NILSY SANTA GIRL DRESS. Both folders will have the same name which is actually the other dress, lol, but I'm certain they have different contents :) This one reminded me of a disagreement I saw in the comment section somewhere (yt) about what Mrs. Claus' first name is...I'd always heard Mary so that is my headcanon, while other guesses were Jessica and Elizabeth. Would she wear this beauty if she were in SL? I think so! It is provided in 5 standard and 5 fitmesh sizes for classic avatars, along with sizes for eBody, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies. By the way, the video I mentioned there was Mrs. Claus complaining that Santa doesn't ever call her by her first name anymore, as she made a point to call him Nick and Nicky several times, and asked if he even remembers her first name. It seemed he didn't ;) I have more faith in him that if he can figure out how to deliver so many presents in one night, he can certainly recall his wife's full name. 

I have several goals for this weekend, one of which is to find my scarf and gloves because I will definitely need them for the farmers market in the morning. I manage to misplace them every time the weather gets warm enough to not need them, and they get forgotten until the temps dip as they are now. Brain fog makes life interesting I guess ;) I'm happily listening to holiday music on the music channels on my TV (Music Choice) and getting ready to see how fast I can do my Advent run before I head to sleep for a few hours before said market...I've got dozens of teleports ahead of me once the clock strikes midnight, and more group tag changes than I can count. I hope you all have a lovely weekend, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Palomma Plaza:

Photo 1:

Dress: [Glitzz] Alice Gown - Palomma Xmas Gift $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: Hilly Haalan [hh] Estelle Set Festive $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Graffitiwear Xmas Tree Santa Lady $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: Emerald Couture EC Lyra Dress Burgundy v2 $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: NILSY SANTA GIRL DRESS $0L Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH Kitten - Blonde

Skin: .::WoW Skins::. .WS. ALMOND Cleo

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara 5.3

Poses: Various Sets from [piXit] or Verocity

Fitmesh Fanatics

 Hiya everyone! Tonight's post is a tour through some Fitmesh Fanatics group gifts from various participating stores. The Fitmesh Fanatics group is free to join, and we can enjoy these gifts for free as well :) As you probably already know, I'm a huge fan of this type of multi-designer group that collects info from all the participating designers in one location, so they can inform us of sales and new releases. They can change these gifts whenever they wish though, so I wouldn't hesitate if you see something you want.

My first look comes from [ConTrato], their Bikini Elena gift. The strapless top and panties each come in Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Khara, Kupra, Kups, Lara X, Legacy, and Reborn mesh body sizes. We also receive a HUD with 20 colors for each, so we get to mix and match if we wish :) One of my favorite features is the golden heart shaped charms on the ends of the strings, both top and bottom.

Another gift that feels just right for this time of year is our *LB* Sunflower outfit from *Lovely Bee*. The bra and skirt are linked to wear as one piece, in sizing for Erika, Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Kupra, Legacy, Bombshell, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Petite X, Reborn, and Waifu mesh bodies. The pattern of sunflowers on their tall stems looks great on a green background, very nature oriented and summery.

Next I changed into the lovely Tibuki - Libby FF Gift, and at this point I also changed from Lara X to 5.3 body :) The short sleeved crop top and plaid pleated skirt will each fit Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, and Reborn mesh bodies. Did you notice that the top has a tiny edging of plaid fabric on the hem, cuffs, and around the heart shaped cutout? It is subtle in photos, and someone would have to be checking you out pretty closely to notice it in person ;) It's me, I look for details like that...

Sometimes I just need a new shirt, something cute and flirty, so I was tickled pink (and several other colors) to find the Graffitiwear WS Tank gift waiting for us. It includes standard mesh body sizes as well as sizes for eBody, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies. There's also a nice HUD inside, with 4 varieties of colorful plaids that made it hard to choose just two to share. I paired it with the white pair out of the Delizio jeans fatpack that we can find for free on the marketplace, always handy and versatile.

My final look of the evening gives us a little peek-a-booty, lol, so if you're feeling sassy this weekend I would say it's time to grab our [If design] Vixie gift. This treat consists of the top, top 2 (no idea what the difference is) and pants, each in sizes for Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies. The enclosed HUD offers 15 colors apiece for the top, bow pants, string bow, belt pants, and main pants portions. We also have the ability to adjust bright, glow, and alpha, plus tint the chosen colors. In order to claim this, you will need to right click the vendor and pay $1L which will be immediately refunded while the gift is delivered to you.

It was a pleasant day here, but I may be developing a fear of AI...let me explain, lol, it's not as kooky as it sounds and I'm not 100% serious. My mom mentioned our favorite local restaurant and said the search engine's AI said it was closed today, to which my housemate replied it was open, he ate lunch there. She said well AI said it was closed, probably meaning that it confused her but he was like I WAS THERE, don't tell me it was closed. Sigh. I'd had a dream before all this that we were looking through more old photos (which we actually didn't do for once) and I took new ones somehow but AI was writing the descriptions on the back like my grandma used to do. But of course they were all wrong, like a group of 3 people was labeled "a man walks his dog on a sunny day" or something dumb. It just makes it frustrating that every browser and phone and well, everything is forcing us to interact with AI whether we want to or not, and it's usually wrong. Ask it how many Rs are in the word strawberries, it'll tell you 2. At least you know I'm not using AI to write my blog posts :) I'm a real live human, flawed and quirky but definitely a person. I hope you all have a beautiful weekend ahead, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

Photo 1:

Bikini: [ConTrato] Bikini Elena $0L FMF Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: *Lovely Bee* *LB* Sunflower $0L FMF Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: Tibuki - Libby FF Gift $0L FMF Group Gift

Photo 4:

Top: Graffitiwear WS Tank $0L FMF Group Gift

Pants: Delizio - Jeans + Applier for Maitreya + Omega $0L Marketplace

Photo 5:

Outfit: [If design] Vixie $0L FMF Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH VIP Taffy - Essential

Skin: .::WoW Skins::. .WS. Almond SOLE

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara 5.3 & Lara X

Poses: Various Sets from [piXit] or Verocity

All Aboard MGSN Gift Train

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I've had some more fun with the MGSN Christmas Gift Train, which is a generous tradition of the MGSN or Maitreya Gifts, Sales and News group. If you aren't already a member, you can join for free and look for the gift train notecard in the group notices. That card has the landmarks for each participating store, with photos of each, which is very helpful and makes the train ride an easy and fun one :) Some of the gifts are clearly seasonal while others are suitable for any time of year, so it's okay if you already have your wardrobe decided upon for the next few days. You'll still find something to enjoy, and all for free! I'm very grateful to every designer who is thoughtfully offering gifts, whether I have shared them here or not. 

My first look of the evening is the flirty .:KF:. GIFT SALES GIFTS TRAIN 2024 JUMPSUIT from Kyarafashion. There are Maitreya and Lara X sizes included, and they are 'undress me' scripted so you can allow people to click your clothing to remove it. I really like the red satin of the jumpsuit with the white furry trim for Christmas flavor, and the golden belt is certainly a fun touch :)

This adorable skirt set is our :::FurtaCor:::ADRYELLE_XMAS_SET gift. It includes the sweater, sweater + shirt, and skirt, each in sizing for Erika, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies. The sweater has a very cute reindeer in a red scarf on the front, and the version with shirt has a green plaid collar layered beneath. Either version looks wonderful with the pleated skirt, decorated with lots of fun holiday images.

Travesty is brightening our holidays with their MGSN Christmas Train Gift 2024 sweater dress. It has a fantastic knit texture, well two of them if you use the enclosed HUD ;) We also receive sizes for Legacy, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Petite X, Prima Busty, Prima Petite, and Reborn bodies, so it can be worn on several popular brands of mesh body. This is the type of short dress that I also sometimes wear as a tunic top over a pair of leggings, for times when I visit a particularly chilly region in SL. Lots of holiday spots are covered in snow, so boots are a handy addition too.

My first reaction to the Graffitiwear Christmas Train Gift was to think about how Mrs. Claus was a young and vibrant woman once, so maybe she wore a spicy outfit like this :) Our coat, skirt, and boots are all provided in sizes to fit Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies. The coat covers the breasts but reveals some cleavage, while falling almost to the knee so considerably past the miniskirt. I really like the style of the boots, mid height with slender heels and inner zippers.

I'm wrapping up my night with another great gift that is loaded with sex appeal :) The M&M STYLE-LYNN outfit is pretty in pink, with a short romper, cropped top, and thigh high boots that all fit Belleza Curvy, Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies. The necklace I'm wearing is also included, as is a leather cap not shown here. Both of these have resize scripts to adjust them if necessary, which is always helpful because I usually find that hats need lots of enlarging for me while the necklaces tend to run large already and need some reducing. There is also a box inside the folder with another pair of boots, which I unpacked and found to be a lovely shade of red just right for the holidays. 

Wow, having a midweek holiday coming up is confusing the daylights out of me! I really just thought for a second that it was still the weekend, despite knowing that I went to a podiatrist appointment this afternoon so it had to be a weekday. At least that visit went well, and I am glad to have a day to relax tomorrow. I hope you're having a nice day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from MGSN Christmas Train:

Photo 1:

Outfit: Kyarafashion .:KF:. GIFT SALES GIFTS TRAIN 2024 JUMPSUIT $0L MGSN Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: :::FurtaCor:::ADRYELLE_XMAS_SET $0L MGSN Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Travesty MGSN Christmas Train Gift 2024 $0L MGSN Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: Graffitiwear Christmas Train Gift $0L MGSN Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: M&M STYLE-LYNN $0L MGSN Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH VIP Lullaby - Essential

Skin: .::WoW Skins::. Pale ANNIE

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara 5.3

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

The Shopping District

 Hiya everyone! Tonight my mood was calling for variety, so I am sharing several different gifts for The Shopping District group. It is free to join, and there are many designers who take part by notifying the group about their special offers and sales. Most also offer a gift at their stores for anyone wearing the TSD group tag, so those are what I picked up to show you in this post :) I feel like shopping is one of those essential aspects of SL just like in RL, whether you think of it as a necessity from time to time or it is a hobby to which you are quite devoted, so information on where to shop for the best merch and at the best times (sales!) is always helpful. Some of us are looking to buy fashions, others home decor because the urge to redecorate one's living space can hit frequently, and some are trying to find the right look for our avatar so things like skins, shapes, makeup, and eyes are going to be the most tempting. Whatever it is that you dream of, I hope The Shopping District guides you to find it :)

For my first look, I visited {Le'La}, who always manage to tempt me with their versatile fashions. This is their Laury Dress Gift for TSD group, with a daring high-low hem whose peak in the front goes aaaaalll the way up ;) Then the back trails off into a small train, so this is as much drama coming as it is going! There are sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies, as well as a HUD with 5 colors to choose from. Each hue is a light color of the floral pattern that is etched on a very dark background, reminding me of a chalkboard only much more elegant :) I know there's a type of art that looks like this, but its name and details are escaping me. 

For a distinct change of pace, we can also claim the charming CF*Malawi 0520 gift from ~CAROLA~. They used to be called Caramelo de Fresa, which explains the CF part of this sweet outfit's name :) Our dress fits Altamura, Freya, Isis, Venus, eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies, while the shoes are designed for Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink High feet. We receive a HUD for each as well, with 12 colors for the dress and 17 for the shoes so we can do lots of mixing and matching. The bow and lacy trim really give this look an ultra feminine feel, which often suits my mood perfectly.

Next we have a sexy little black dress, courtesy of Fatal Fashion. Their ::FF:: Dress Ema Black gift includes sizing for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. The strapless style has triangular darts on the sides to reveal just enough without being too much, if you catch my drift :) We definitely need a C-string (strapless panties) beneath this shorty of a dress, and I think the accessories we choose can really make a huge difference between dressy or more casual.

I've had enough of the cold weather and need a tropical vacation, so who's with me? :) First you'll need to grab this Graffitiwear April Dress gift of course, because vacations deserve new clothing and the price can't be beat. This dress wears as one piece with the appearance of two very tiny ones, in 4 classic fitmesh sizes as well as Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh body sizes. The colorful fabric puts me in mind of the beach as much as the style does, anywhere warm and breezy. 

For my final look of the evening, I shimmied into the flirtatious *Gloss* Sharon Dress - GIFT. This mini dress with halter neck is a very pretty beige that is basically nude skintone for me, and will be quite flattering on darker skin hues as well I'm sure :) Because of that similarity though, I cannot tell if the sides are sheer or just the center panel. There are sizes for Belleza Gen X Classic, Belleza Gen X Curvy, Erika, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies provided in this generous gift.

Whew, what a day! I wasn't expecting us to do the pizza making that we couldn't on Christmas Day, yet my parents randomly decided we should. However, they ran out of time to make the dough themselves when my dad got a phone call from his barber to come in one last time before the barber retires today. That's the third sudden retirement or business ending I've heard of around here recently, so it's starting to freak me out a bit. We wound up using 2 different types of pizza crusts, one cauliflower and I have no idea what the other was (frozen), but the cauliflower one burned pretty badly despite following the package's instructions. The other one seemed to not agree with me, and I'm unfortunately not the only one, so my stomach is not very happy with me at the moment. My hair smells like tomato and smoke, LOL, like when my mom opened the oven and all that smoke poured out it smelled like someone blew out 100 birthday cake candles. The kitchen had a smoky haze that didn't go away yet by the time I left either, so it was an unexpected adventure. Is it bedtime yet? *yawn* I have another 7 or 8 hours before that happens, so I'd better wrap this up ;) I hope you all have a fantastic weekend, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

Photo 1:

Dress: {Le'La} Laury Dress Gift $0L TSD Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: ~CAROLA~ CF*Malawi 0520 $0L TSD Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Fatal Fashion ::FF:: Dress Ema Black $0L TSD Group Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: Graffitiwear April Dress $0L TSD Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: *Gloss* Sharon Dress - GIFT $0L TSD Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Levitate - Redhead

Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins - PAOLA cotton candy (BOM)

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

URBAN Event Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I'd like to invite you to the URBAN event, where we can find deeply discounted offers from lots of wonderful designers. There are also free gifts for the members of the URBAN group, also free to join, in small bags in front of each display. A few are $10L or so, making it helpful to pay attention to hovering over each one before you click in case it shows a price :) Those are mostly the displays that have multiple gift bags, so we have the opportunity to save lots of lindens on multiple offerings from those stores. All the looks I'm showing you this evening are free gifts, and I switched to the Maitreya body because not all of them supported my Legacy I was wearing. Oh one more detail, this round opened on the 22nd and lasts until the 5th of August.

First I tried on the flirty .::BE BOLD::. Loose Girl gift. The dress and sandals each fit Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies, and we receive a HUD with 4 colors for each. The dress has a sheer section to show cleavage, and the lacy wrap skirt is particularly revealing so I'd suggest panties for most venues. I'm also a fan of the gladiator type sandals with straps all the way to above the knee, very impressive!

Next I combined two gifts for one steamy look :) The dress is our Graffitiwear April Dress group gift, which comes in sizes for Altamura Sofia, eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic fine mesh bodies. Its spaghetti straps cross in the back, providing almost as much coverage as that deep plunging scoop ;) Really intriguing fabric design too, in great colors for any time of year. Then I added the ~~KiraTattoo~~COSMICA gift, the body art on both arms with bold stripes among delicate roses. Claim this gift and you'll receive system/BOM layers and appliers for Belleza, Maitreya, Omega, Slink, and Legacy, all in 50%, 75%, or 100% opacity options. I wear the 100% opacity for photos because I believe it increases visibility in pictures, but they generally look terrific in whichever level you pick.

Telsiope's Couture has a sexy gift for us too, their Margaret dress fatpack. There are 20 textures via HUD, a mix of solids and sheer with gold embossing. The dress is provided in Altamura, eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh body sizes. That wide frill on the top looks just as pretty in lace as solid, and those solid hues really show off a shine.

Another pairing that I enjoyed starts with our *Suna Design* gift called S-Elza fatpack. It includes sizing for Freya, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies, plus a 20 color HUD to change things up whenever you desire. I always appreciate a sweetheart neckline, and the sheer section in the middle is a flirty touch. The striking tattoo is the Artattoo Cats & Roses gift, beautiful red blooms across the chest and decorating the silhouette of a black cat on each upper arm. The BOM layers are of 50%, 75%, and 100% opacity options, and I'm wearing the 100% here. I may be allergic to cats in RL, but my avatar certainly gets to enjoy them in any form :)

For my final look of the evening, I shimmied into the ::FOR YOU:: GIFT NAOMI BODYSUIT. It has a playful style with a layered appearance, like a bra beneath a one-sided suit that has a ruffle that reminds me of a sash. We receive Altamura, Freya, Hourglass, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Petite mesh body sizes, with a 12 texture HUD for wonderful versatility. There are various colors embossed on black backgrounds, all except the white backdrop shown on the right above. So pretty!

I hope you're all having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from the URBAN Event:

Photo 1:

Outfit: .::BE BOLD::. Loose Girl $0L URBAN Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: Graffitiwear April Dress $0L URBAN Group Gift

Tattoo: ~~KiraTattoo~~COSMICA $0L URBAN Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Telsiope's Couture Margaret $0L URBAN Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: *Suna Design* S-Elza fatpack $0L URBAN Group Gift

Tattoo: Artattoo Cats & Roses $0L URBAN Group Gift

Photo 5:

Bodysuit: ::FOR YOU:: GIFT NAOMI BODYSUIT $0L URBAN Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Muse - Essential

Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins - MARLIE cotton candy (BOM)

Ring: {Carter} Wedding Zoe (Maitreya) (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Weekend With SLMB

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we return to the SL Mesh Body Group Event, where we can find 2 rooms full of gifts for the SLMB group members. The rooms are ringed by stores set up by each designer, with special offers and discounted merchandise because we all deserve affordable high quality fashions :) This round of the event is open for another 2 weeks or so, which gives us plenty of time to enjoy. Be sure to use those stairs to visit both upstairs and downstairs so you don't miss out on anyone's sales or gifts!

My first look of the evening is the Bens Boutique - Cecelia Dress Hud Control group gift. This gorgeous gown has spaghetti straps that cross in the back, and it hugs our figure all the way to the hemline. There are sizes for eBody, Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh bodies, with a 30 texture HUD that has a mix of solids and patterns for us to enjoy. The simplicity of the style means it looks fantastic no matter what you choose :)

Next I slipped into the lovely Tessa dress from Telsiope's Couture. What a playful style, flirty with that deep V neckline and dramatic diagonal hem! This gift fits eBody Reborn, Erika, Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh bodies, all with a HUD that lets us select from 10 different colors. It's sexy and versatile, and let's not forget that it is also free, so what are you waiting for?

The [Luxury] Zariah Dress gift gave me quite a chuckle when I read the "Look Up" on the top and then "Yes, I am crazy." at the hem next to the bold side slit. Before noticing the lower message I thought it was just a form of "my eyes are up here" type message, but now I think it is all to be silly and I do love good fun :) This gift consists of sizes for Altamura, eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh bodies. The back is solid black with no text, so no secret messages from behind other than having a flattering booty.

I was also captivated by the Graffitiwear SL Mesh Body Group Gift because of its soft colors, floral pattern, and alluring style. The peekaboo cutout on the midriff provides a flash of underboob, with a cheeky view from behind thanks to the skirt being just a bit shorter in the back. Claim this gift and you'll receive Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Signature Alice, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh body sizing. 

My final look of the night is the tempting *Suna Design* gift of their S-Elza fatpack. The gathered wrap dress has some sheer fabric on the right front midriff, and is clipped with a gold buckled strap on the left to cinch the waist beautifully. There are sizes for Freya, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies included, along with a 20 color HUD for changing up the look with a quick click. The satiny material is a fun choice for the weekend, just saying :)

My day was stormy, and I wound up not going to dinner at my parents' tonight which is a bummer but not as much as missing the farmers market tomorrow. With this much anxiety I am just not up to going, so things are less than cheerful here at the moment. No worries though, time in SL with Xan will take my mind off the RL stuff, and I will be resting on Saturday. All of Sunday looks stormy again from like 3AM on into the next day, yikes! My sleep earlier was interrupted by 2 huge thunder claps where the second one sizzled, startling me and well that isn't great for anxiety ;) The forecast has changed a few times already though so fingers crossed that things stay safe and fairly calm. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend ahead, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from SLMB Event:

Photo 1:

Dress: Bens Boutique - Cecelia Dress Hud Control $0L SLMB Event Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: Telsiope's Couture Tessa $0L SLMB Event Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: [Luxury] Zariah Dress $0L SLMB Event Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: Graffitiwear SL Mesh Body Group Gift $0L SLMB Event Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: *Suna Design* S-Elza fatpack $0L SLMB Event Gift

Mesh Nails: N.Kolour+KOSMETIK: Omega Coffin Nails - Medium // Maitreya

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Collective Inocent - Essential

Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins - MARLIE cotton candy (BOM)

Ring: (BENTO)~~Ysoral~~ .:Luxe Ring Lyanna 4:. (Marketplace)

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)