Wink Fair Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I'd like to invite you to a new event called Wink Fair, which just opened on the 28th and has a corresponding weekly sales event called Wink Price with $70L special offers at designers' mainstores. For the fair we have about 30 displays with discounted merchandise and a group gift from just about every designer, for the free-to-join Wink Spam group. A sampling of those gifts will be appearing here in tonight's post, as you probably guessed ;) It was a nice mix of familiar stores and ones I hadn't had the pleasure of shopping with yet, as there are always new designers adding their creativity to the adventure that is Second Life.

My first look tonight is the beautiful *ASIA* GIORGIA beige outfit. I'd like to note that unpacking this group gift was a bit of a challenge, as when I rezzed it out to open it wanted access to my lindens...I clicked Deny immediately, and was still able to right click - open and get the box from inside that contains our outfit. That dialog popup always startles me, but the inner box is safe :) The asymmetrical dress fits Altamura, eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh bodies. The matching laced up shoes are provided in sizing for Freya, Isis, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, and have silver studs that match the silvery grey of the zebra stripes on our dress.

Next I changed into the [C.Y Fashion]*SELENE*Bodysuit GIFT, a sweet and sassy look thanks to being strapless and ruffled. There are sizes for Freya, Hourglass, and Maitreya mesh bodies included, along with a HUD that has 8 color choices (including 2 sheer lace ones) that each has its own color set for the frilly trim. I love that there are subtle textures on them, added visual interest, and the bodice cutouts are a fun touch as well.

Meeeeowww!! This jaw-dropper is the {SD} AYLA GIFT from Sugar Dolls, a look that is sure to liven up any time you wear it :) The top, bodysuit, boots, and tail are all created for the Legacy/Perky, Maitreya/Petite, and Reborn bodies, and there are two versions of the mask that are both unrigged so we can adjust them. My hairstyles almost never play nicely with masks or hats, but the main difference between the masks looks to be the part between the ears coming up higher on the one on the right above. Costume, roleplay, or just an average weekday, that is your call to decide when you will enjoy this generous gift.

KEY STYLE is offering the elegant GWEN DRESS RED as its gift for this event, and I must say I am impressed by this style. The sheer inserts of the plunging neckline and daring waist-high leg slit are excellent touches to provide sex appeal while all the essentials are still covered, and the feathery trim on the skirt and sleeves made me think of old Hollywood glamour. Claim this gift and you will receive sizes for Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh bodies.

For my final look of the evening, I am wearing the charming [GIULIADESIGN] -EMBER- 11 gift. It has bare shoulders and puffy sleeves that work so well with the gathered bodice, and that super short skirt is just right for a flirty mood. It comes in so many sizes too - Belleza Classic, Belleza Curvy, Erika, Erika Bubble, Kupra, Kups, Legacy, Legacy Perky, Legacy Nerido, Maitreya, Petite, Reborn, and Reborn Juicy. The color caught my eye too, a dusky berry that would make a great lip color too ;)

I have been looking into what we can expect in February, and I haven't found a ton of info yet but there will be a Valentine Shop & Hop soon which always means great sales and gifts. As we head into the new month, we will be seeing so much red and pink, not to mention all the hearts everywhere ♥ but I will try to provide some variety and breaks from the romance too. I know it's not everyone's jam. I hope you're all having a nice day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Wink Fair:

Photo 1:

Outfit: *ASIA* GIORGIA beige $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Bodysuit: [C.Y Fashion]*SELENE*Bodysuit GIFT $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: Sugar Dolls {SD} AYLA GIFT $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: KEY STYLE GWEN DRESS RED $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: [GIULIADESIGN] -EMBER- 11 $0L Group Gift

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

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Poetry - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Group Gifts from eBENTO

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I have some gifts to share from the eBENTO event for their December round. All you need is their free group tag active, and then click all the gift boxes you can find at most of the vendor's displays. It is easy to get into a holiday mood when there are bargains to be had and free treats to claim, so I am very glad I visited :)

My first look this evening is the striking gown from ***LURE*** which is their dress TRINITY-SILVER. The dress and necklace chain each come in sizes for Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies, and since they are separate pieces you can wear the gown with or without the necklace. They do resemble snowflakes and the bodice of the dress is trimmed with similar adornments, so personally I like the look worn together. But if you have a favorite necklace or collar that you prefer, you certainly have the option which I do appreciate.

Optimus Ride is offering a playful bodysuit as their gift for us, called OR SEXY GIRL RACING SUIT 12. The formfitting suit is racy indeed, and is provided in standard mesh sizes along with Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP body sizing. The white V between black and red sections is especially flattering as it draws the eyes directly to our curves.

I also picked up an adorably flirty gift from KEY STYLE, their SANTAS LADIES GIFT 2022. The bodysuit and cape are each included for Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya bodies, with a hat that is unrigged and adjustable as needed. We can wear these pieces all together as I did on the right, or just the one/s that suit our mood of the moment. The bows and corset style lacing down the front are such pretty details, and I feel like without the hat and cape, the bodysuit is not holiday-specific.

I hope you're not tired of red, LOL, as I next slipped into the beautiful Carol's Store-Franny Glitter Dress Red gift. This dress has a fantastic texture as you can see, and fits Erika, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, Momma, Reborn, and Reborn Juicy Boobs mesh bodies. The strapless style means you can get very creative with accessories, like nearly any length necklace will work wonderfully. 

One last look this evening, a little something to warm up a chilly night :) This is the ILL Christmas underwear gift from I Love Lida, with bra and panties each to fit the Maitreya body. That bold crimson color is just right for the season, yet it can come in very handy any time of year of course. Valentine's Day, a random summer afternoon...it's all good!

It was quite a day...my housemate went from thinking he was coming down with something (slightly sore throat, nothing else) to 102 degree fever and nearly passing out in a matter of 2 hours or less. The covid test came up negative, thank goodness, and he already had a family doctor visit scheduled for tomorrow as I also do. If he hadn't, I would have given him my appointment if she allowed it. We are thinking it is a standard flu, but the doctor may wish to do that brain-tickling covid test (hehehe) so I might wind up in a quarantine situation. Talk about bad timing, so close to the holidays and a few days before his trip to visit family in his home state. Deep breaths, all will be well eventually...I hope you're all having a lovely day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from eBENTO Event:

Photo 1:

Dress: ***LURE*** dress TRINITY-SILVER $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: Optimus Ride OR SEXY GIRL RACING SUIT 12 $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: KEY STYLE SANTAS LADIES GIFT 2022 $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: Carol's Store-Franny Glitter Dress Red $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 5:

Lingerie: I Love Lida ILL Christmas underwear $0L eBENTO Group Gift

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

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Makena - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Christmas Wonderland

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I'd like to invite you to the 4th Christmas Wonderland event by RR, which has an Advent calendar, sales items from many talented designers, and gifts of $0L - $10L in red and green giftboxes shaped like hat boxes. I remembered how much fun I had last year, so of course I've been eager to return and share the bounty of gifts I found :) As usual we are focused on the freebies here, but there are plenty of dollarbie and low priced gifts all around so just keep an eye out and enjoy your exploration.

My first look this evening is the Wicked, Inc. Beige/Brown Christmas Set WOMEN gift, one of two in the same giftbox since the men's version is included too. Our turtleneck is provided in standard mesh sizes as well as Freya, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique body sizes, with leather heel pants to fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink bodies plus 5 fitmesh standard sizes for classic avatars. I alpha'd out my entire legs and feet with my Maitreya HUD here to accommodate the slender fit of the pants. It is a really sharp look, and a fun change from all the red and green that make frequent appearances this time of year. No shade to those hues, big fan of every color this season!

This beautiful nod to Christmas is the NOEL DRESS GIFT which can be yours for free at the KEY STYLE display. It fits Freya, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, and includes a HUD with 8 color options. Some like the one on the left above are actually color combinations, but all have pretty snowflakes on the lower skirt layer and are trimmed with white fur. I feel so festive in this, and just need a good place to wear it ;)

I was tickled by the contrast between these two free gifts from Xpressions, both in color and theme. On the left I am wearing their [Xprs] - Not Necessarily a Wedding Dress Set, an elegant strapless mermaid gown in snowy embroidered white with matching necklace and earrings. The gown fits Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies. Then I changed into the [Xprs] - GIFT - Day in the Gym Set, a wonderfully sporty pairing of top and shorts each in sizing for Freya, Isis, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, with sneakers that fit Belleza, Legacy, Maitreya, and Slink flat feet. These outfits may serve very different purposes, but both so nicely textured and fun to wear. 

Uni-qu3 will help us have a holly jolly Christmas with their free gift, called Dreamer Merry 7. It is provided in Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizes, with plunging front and back with decorated Christmas tree on both views. The style really caught my eye, even before noticing the trees that have multicolored baubles and some snowflakes falling above them. 

My final look this evening is one I would gladly wear in RL too, the Zola Design Sweater Dress Christmas Color HUD. The cozy cowl neck, long sleeved dress has a short hemline that could work as a long tunic top too if you wanted to layer your favorite jeans/leggings beneath. It comes in sizes for eBody, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Ocacin, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies, along with a 16 texture HUD to change the look over and over. There are different knit patterns among our choices, and plenty of color variety that you could wear this multiple times without people who see you in it being aware. Very generous for a free gift, that's for sure, as all of tonight's outfits are.

It was a pretty decent day here, until my hockey team lost to a big rival in a wild game that took several turns towards the end. In SL news, the holiday Shop & Hop event is opening soon (noon tomorrow I think?) so that will be an adventure trying to get into very crowded sims and doing some shopping and gift claiming. I definitely enjoy every round though, looking forward to it as usual. I hope you're all having a lovely day/evening, magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Gifts from Christmas Wonderland:

Photo 1:

Outfit: Wicked, Inc. Beige/Brown Christmas Set WOMEN $0L Event Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: KEY STYLE NOEL DRESS GIFT $0L Event Gift

Photo 3:

Dress Left: Xpressions [Xprs] - Not Necessarily a Wedding Dress Set $0L Event Gift

Outfit Right: [Xprs] - GIFT - Day in the Gym Set $0L Event Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: Uni-qu3 Dreamer Merry 7 $0L Event Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: Zola Design Sweater Dress Christmas Color HUD $0L Event Gift

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

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Blush - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Gifts from UpNext

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I found lots of terrific gifts at the NextUp Event, which is a replacement for gachas where we can tell which items are being purchased instead of completely random. These machines show the next 3 numbers and names, so there are no surprises or buying things you do not want/need. Their event group is free to join, and nearly every designer has a large gift box (most black with different colored ribbons) in front of their display that you can click to receive your free gift. I really enjoyed my visit and hope that you will too!

My first look this evening comes from [C.Y<3Fashion] and is their *HALLOWEEN 2022* DRESS GIFT. There are 5 versions that each fit Freya, Hourglass, Maitreya, and Tonic Curvy mesh bodies. I'm wearing Black&Red on the left above, and Skeleton on the right, with our other varieties being Orange Cemetery, Skull, and White Blood. They are ready for a late Halloween feeling, or perhaps year-round Goth :)

Next I changed into the playful .:: L.F ::. Camila Dress gift from Luxury Fashion. We receive sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, along with a HUD that offers 10 textures for the dress and 6 colors for the belt. The dress choices are a mix of solids and patterns, so you get plenty of variety. I'm thinking this is just short enough to layer a pair of jeans or leggings beneath for a chilly autumn or winter evening too. 

This charming t-shirt dress is the {Belissima} Khloe Dress 1 gift, also yours for free with that NextUp group tag. It comes in Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP mesh body sizing, and has "L♥VE" on the front with a cute gourd to its left. This is another dress that could also double as a long tunic top, just by adding some leggings or pants underneath. I am thinking about the chilly weather ahead, as it's getting cold here in RL.

The *So Pink!* - Dress Irina Fat Pack is another fantastic gift you do not want to miss! In sizes for eBody Reborn, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite bodies, we can wear it in a wide range of color combinations thanks to its HUDs. There is one for the top and one for the skirt, with each offering the same 10 colors. Mixing and matching is so much fun!

KEY STYLE is also still in the mood for Halloween it seems, as their treat for us is their Sweet Witch outfit. It includes the dress and boots seen here, each in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizes. There are also a hat and a broom with built in flying pose that are provided but not shown here. Purple and cobwebs can definitely work for your dark side, no matter what time of year it is, right? :)

I don't usually do a 6th photo, but I simply couldn't narrow down the gifts I wanted to share and miss out on any of the ones seen here! This final beauty is the AnaSTyle - Era Gray gift, a daringly designed dress with front and back cutouts and draped slits on each thigh. Even the back of the skirt has a high opening, so your luscious legs get lots of exposure! This gift is provided in sizing for Freya, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. What a treat!

It was an unusual day since my Friday dinner with my parents was shifted to Thursday, but I did find out a little more about Thanksgiving plans. They are preordering a smoked turkey tomorrow, and apparently my grandmother's oven actually does work so that will make things a lot easier. We are still waiting to find out what other people are bringing before deciding what I will bring to avoid duplication, but we still have a bit of time. Trying to accommodate so many dietary restrictions and preferences is a challenge, but that's family for ya ;) The weather is going to be rough tomorrow, although it looks like it will clear up just in time for the farmers market Saturday morning. I hope you're all having a lovely day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from the NextUp Event:

Photo 1:

Dresses: [C.Y<3Fashion] *HALLOWEEN 2022* DRESS GIFT $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: Luxury Fashion .:: L.F ::. Camila Dress $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: {Belissima} Khloe Dress 1 $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: *So Pink!* - Dress Irina Fat Pack $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: KEY STYLE sweet witch $0L Group Gift

Photo 6:

Dress: AnaSTyle - Era Gray $0L Group Gift

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

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Apple - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

More Swank Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I have more gifts to share from the Swank Event's 7th anniversary round, yours for free with their group tag which is also free to join. There are dozens of designers participating, and many are offering gifts that include men's and women's fashions, accessories, and home decor so we can prepare our living space and wardrobe for a new season. 

First I slipped into the La Feminique - BOO Gift, a cropped black denim jacket with even shorter cropped sweatshirt layered beneath. It comes in Freya, Isis, Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, and Physique sizes, and will look just right with any pants or skirt you decide to pair it with. I went with the white pair from my favorite marketplace freebie, the fatpack of jeans from Delizio that I blog about fairly often :) There are several colors in system/BOM layers along with Maitreya and Omega appliers. 

Next we take a look at two treats from SLC, their lovely Body Suit Paris Swirls in black on the left and tuerkis on the right above. They each include sizes for Altamura, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Kupra (Bimbo, Low, Original), Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh body sizes. The strapless style is so flirty, and the ultra high cut legs are trimmed in beautiful scalloped lace for even more sex appeal.

Another irresistible gift is the KEY STYLE LOLLY BIKINI. The bra and skirt are both delightfully sheer with a solid white apron on the skirt, and they each fit Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies. There is even a HUD provided with 4 color choices for each piece, so we can tint them separately as I have above or go all one color. 

This eye-catching look is the SENTINUS - GROUP GIFT DRESS, a simply named mini dress in shiny fabric with straps that cross in the front and back. I love the vivid red hue, don't you? The gift includes sizing for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies.

For my final look of the evening, I went formal with the SAS - Temperance Earh Gown from SASCHA'S DESIGNS. It has a striking single strap and wrapped style, which shows off our left leg all the way up to the thigh. There are Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh body sizes provided, all in that lovely deep maroon color with sequined bodice. 

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

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Swank Event:

Photo 1:

Top: La Feminique - BOO Gift $0L Swank Group Gift

Pants: Delizio - Jeans + Applier for Maitreya + Omega (shown in White) $0L Marketplace

Photo 2:

Bodysuit Left: SLC Body Suit Paris Swirls black $0L Swank Group Gift

Bodysuit Right: SLC Body Suit Paris Swirls tuerkis $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 3:

Bikini: KEY STYLE LOLLY BIKINI $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: SENTINUS - GROUP GIFT DRESS $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: SASCHA'S DESIGNS SAS - Temperance Earh Gown $0L Swank Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Friday - Essential [FLF]

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Shopping and Hopping

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I chose the Snowflake region from the SL19B Shop and Hop, one of 20 regions filled with designers' displays where we can find exclusive sales, discounts, and free gifts. The various gifts are the focus of tonight's post, as I have selected a handful to share that I hope will tempt you into visiting :) I have seen two different ending dates for the event, the 5th or the 10th of July, so I am guessing we have at least a week left to explore all the wonders that SL19B has to offer.

My first look this evening is the neve gift - sl19b love. This outfit is a shirt and shorts linked together as one piece, in sizes for Freya, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh bodies. The HUD brings the magic with 4 options each for the shirt and shorts, with the ability to hide either piece so you can wear with something else or play a naughty game of peekaboo with that special someone ;) The top has a swirly line that works its way into the word "love" on the left side, in a rainbow of colors on the black background color as a nod to pride.

Speaking of pride, I also picked up a wonderful gift from .PrettyDeceased. called Mar Bodysuit Pride Edition. The rainbow-drenched bodysuit has full ruffles on both hips, and the top is framed with metal to surround the (optional) starfish pasties. The suit and pasties each come in Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh bodies, and there is a HUD with 3 metal colors (silver, gold, black) and 4 transparency options for the ruffles. So sexy!

Next I tried on two different gifts that are both lovely tops :) On the left is the adorsy - Joudy Top SL19B Gift, which is a boat neck top in soft pink that reads "simply adorable adorsy". There are sizes for Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Petite sizes via an unpacker HUD that lets you decide which size/s you want delivered instead of having all of them in your inventory. This is helpful if you stick to one or two mesh bodies like I do, but have dozens of different sizes you might never wear. Then I changed into the Manikin - Q-Tees - Aloha - SL19B Gift on the right, a tighter cropped style with similar edges and a deep red color. There is an arrow pointing right, then the wording "ALOHA Summer" with the O replaced by a hibiscus flower. This treat includes Kupra, Kups, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh body sizing. Both of these work really well with the white Delizio jeans from their fatpack that is free on the marketplace. 

This colorful beauty is the RosenRot - Gisela Dress - Gift, a mini dress whose halter strap connects to a vertical strand and two horizontal bra straps in the back for a fascinating look. It is provided in eBody Reborn, Erika, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Petite mesh body sizing. With all those fun colors, it will go with so many different shoe shades and any jewelry that makes you smile. Personally I think a bangle bracelet or bold solid colored earrings will do the trick. 

My final look of the night comes from KEY STYLE, their elegant vintage styled gift called MADAMOISELLE OUTFIT. The shirt and skirt each come in Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizes, with flat shoes to fit Maitreya and Slink feet. The hat seen here is also included, in all its wide brimmed, floral decorated glory, and a matching umbrella can complete your look if you wish. 

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

Credits:

All Gifts from Shop & Hop - Snowflake Region:

Photo 1:

Outfit: neve gift - sl19b love $0L SL19B Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: .PrettyDeceased. Mar Bodysuit Pride Edition $0L SL19B Gift

Photo 3:

Top Left: adorsy - Joudy Top SL19B Gift $0L SL19B Gift

Top Right: Manikin - Q-Tees - Aloha - SL19B Gift $0L SL19B Gift

Pants: Delizio - Jeans + Applier for Maitreya + Omega (shown in White) $0L Marketplace

Photo 4:

Dress: RosenRot - Gisela Dress - Gift $0L SL19B Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: KEY STYLE MADAMOISELLE OUTFIT $0L SL19B Gift

Head: GENUS Project - Genus Head - Classic Face W001 - Mocap 

Hair: TRUTH Curious - Redhead

Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins - BRIONIE marshmellow (BOM)

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

eBENTO Anniversary Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I have some treats to share from the eBENTO event, who are celebrating their 5th anniversary this round. As with many events during birthday or anniversary rounds, their designers are offering free gifts for the eBENTO group (free to join) to reward us for visiting and shopping with them. The gifts can be found in dark gift boxes with balloons tied to them, so they are easy to spot and click to receive your treats. The event is not exclusively related to bento animation despite the name, and you will find a wide range of offers for men and women. 

My first look this evening is the KEY STYLE gift called GEORGIE OUTFIT. It consists of the bra top, skirt with overalls, and leg bandana each in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies, plus sneakers to fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink flat feet. There is a HUD included with 4 colors to select from for each piece, so we have the opportunity to mix and match blue, pink, grey, and black. Wearing the outfit in different ways is also possible due to the separate pieces, so if you want to omit the bandana, change shoes, or even slip out of the bra top you can do so easily.

Optimus Race is commemorating the eBENTO anniversary with their OR SEXY GIRL RACING SUIT - 12 as its group gift for us. The sleeveless bodysuit comes in standard mesh sizes as well as Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP body versions. I was drawn to the bold colors and chevron white stripe dividing the black and red portions, very eye-catching! The front has their logo with Drag racing written beneath it. 

Floyd has a very flirty gift for us that fits the Maitreya mesh body. The Vibia Maitreya Dress and Pasties are separate pieces so you can wear them together or omit the pasties (which just covers the right nipple as shown above) off for a playful peek. The dress has a subtle pattern that might be alligator skin, and reveals the right hip as well as the right breast.

I paired two gifts here, so let's start from the top :) That would be the [BB] Halter Top - eBento 05 gift from Belzebubble, a sporty cropped top in sizes for Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite bodies. There is a HUD with 6 color combinations to choose from, all with the number 05 and the event name in the top part of the number 5. It is a cute nod to the 5th anniversary, isn't it? Then I added the TwoSided gift called Mini skirt Lola, which is gathered and tied on the left thigh to show off an extra flash of leg. There are Freya, Hourglass, Kupra, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh body sizes included, so it will fit many popular bodies and thanks to the crisp black color it goes with just about anything.

For my final look tonight, I switched into the !MOZ "Alexa" Blue Stripe Knit Tee Tank gift. This top is provided in sizing for eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Freya, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine bodies. I really like the color combo, and the way the hem falls softly just below the natural waistline. Summer is almost here, so tank tops like this beauty will be essential!

The weekend was busy but good, starting with the farmers market Saturday morning that I was so relieved to get to on time. The weather was cloudy and muggy, so the visibility was pretty low (yep, foggy too) but it wasn't actively raining like the weekend before. The lack of wind really made it an improvement, no tents wreaking havoc and making the market close early. Things are generally looking up, for which I am extremely grateful. I hope you're all having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from eBENTO:

Photo 1:

Outfit: KEY STYLE GEORGIE OUTFIT $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: Optimus Ride OR SEXY GIRL RACING SUIT - 12 $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Floyd Vibia Maitreya Dress/Pasties $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 4:

Top: Belzebubble [BB] Halter Top - eBento 05 $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Skirt: TwoSided Mini skirt Lola $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 5:

Top: !MOZ "Alexa" Blue Stripe Knit Tee Tank $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Head: GENUS Project - Genus Head - Classic Face W001 - Mocap 

Hair: TRUTH Blush - Redhead

Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins - VAIANAI marshmellow (BOM)

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Treasuring The Gacha Life

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we are visiting a little slice of history, as it is the last ever round of The Gacha Life. The decision by Linden Labs to eliminate gachas from SL since they are not legal in all countries has sent ripples through the community, with many stores discounting their gachas for the remainder of the month and asking their customers what they would like to see happen to the offered products in the future. As for The Gacha Life, their final round has a theme of Almost Fall and there are plenty of items available in addition to free group gifts :) The group is free to join, and you will find gifts at just about every display in a black bag with a framed photo of the gift next to it. Are you ready to see some of those generous gifts?

My first look is a full outfit from GIULIADESIGN which is called AVA. She consists of the top, belly chain, and leggings each in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies, with coordinated stiletto heels that fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink High feet. The colors and long pants are a nod to fall, but the bare belly and arms revealed by our top are still delightful for these warm days of late summer.

Next I slipped into the DPB Betsy Dress - Harvest Black group gift from Dore Papillon Boutique. This flowing mini dress has detached gathered sleeves and a gorgeous floral pattern on a dark background, while there are panties included to wear beneath. Each are provided in Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh body sizing.

For this look I combined two gifts that you can decide to mix and match however makes you the most happy :) The top is the BQ ::Gold Kay Top:: from BLONDEQUEEN, and it is included in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies. The pants are the gift from LMagnums which are their Tatianna Capri Pants - Red. You will find sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, and Hourglass mesh bodies inside this gift, all with the ruffled midcalf hem and low waist with double row of buttons in front. 

This cozy look can be found at the LOVE LACE display, tucked inside their gift bag. It's called ::LL:: Maxi Sweater // Unicorn Pack, and it is just the right length to serve as a long tunic style sweater or a short dress, depending on the weather and destination. The sweater comes in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh body sizes, with a 4 texture HUD so you can change the look on a whim. The extra long sleeves and soft colors make me want to snuggle up with some hot tea, and have a cheerful chat with a friend :)

For my final look of the evening, I am pleased to share the KEY STYLE group gift called bamby color nw. This intriguing outfit looks like a flirty bodysuit with skirt ruffle, tied in the back then laced like a corset. There are sizes provided for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, along with a HUD to change the bra and ruffle to your choice of 4 colors. I think it wraps up the post with a whimsical yet sexy style.

Whew, my whirlwind of a week has reached the weekend :) The dental visit yesterday went fine, and I am still quite amused by the deja vu I always get from the nitrous. For example, when I recognized a song on their radio I correctly "remembered" the next two that would be coming on. The conversation with the hygienist felt like we had had it before, impossible since it involved her new baby. The mind is a mysterious thing, and the way that gas affects the thinking process is a hoot! It keeps me calm and panic-free so I am grateful for it. Otherwise I have my usual Saturday farmers market visit planned, and will finish watching a movie when I get home. I am still slowly working my way through the Marvel cinematic universe, better late than never. I hope you all have a fantastic weekend ahead, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from The Gacha Life:

Photo 1:

Outfit: [GIULIADESIGN] -AVA- $0L TGL Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: Dore Papillon Boutique DPB Betsy Dress - Harvest Black $0L TGL Group Gift

Photo 3:

Top: BLONDEQUEEN BQ ::Gold Kay Top:: $0L TGL Group Gift

Pants: LMagnums Tatianna Capri Pants - Red $0L TGL Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: LOVE LACE DESIGNS ::LL:: Maxi Sweater // Unicorn Pack $0L TGL Group Gift 

Photo 5:

Dress: KEY STYLE bamby color nw $0L TGL Group Gift

Head: GENUS Project - Genus Head - Classic Face W001 - Mocap 

Hair: TRUTH Trinket - Essential

Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins - DELIAH apricot (BOM)

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

13Event Feels Lucky

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I have some more group gifts from the -13Event- to show you, ranging from casual to downright sexy. There are over 50 total gifts for the free group, as nearly every participating designer is helping them celebrate the first round of this new event. Look for a gift box at each display, both inside and outside the main building along both sides of the walkway to the building. There is even a demo area to the right when you land and are facing the building, and I saw a few gifts over there as well. With a nice mix of familiar creators and ones who are new to me, I am certainly excited to see more of this event in the future!

My first look of the evening is a fun sporty outfit from .:Beyond:. called Aliseda - Black. Its layered tank top and shapely pants are each provided in Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite body sizing, with a HUD that offers 10 colors each for the top layer (10 solid and 10 fishnet), strip1, strip2, and strip3. Click a few to see what area reacts to each column of buttons. The waistband is one of the strips, the two down the side of both legs are another, and the back really resembles a heart which is a playful touch.

When it's time to get dressed up, you might want to slip into the **JANE LYNCH PINK FASHION STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** gift from Brii Underground. It is such a cheery bold color, and I love having shoes to match a dress that might otherwise be tricky to find a close pairing. Both the dress and heels come in sizes for Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh bodies/feet. 

If your upcoming plans involve a beach or pool, the :::VIRGINIA::: BIKINI FLOWERS gift is the perfect choice to wear. The top and bottom each come in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizes. There are several dainty bows to hold things in place and add decoration. You probably noticed some new ink on my back, well that would be our [t2p] BabyGirl Deep back tattoo from tease2please. It is a system/BOM layer and says "Baby Girl" in the midst of beautiful swirls all in dark ink. The location is just high enough to show over the waistband of many jeans or pants, so you can display it if you wish.

KEY STYLE has a seductive present for us called CHERIE MINI DRESS GIFT. It is strapless with a deeply plunging back, and a brief lace ruffle that matches the lace-filled heart cutout on the front. It is provided in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique, with a HUD that offers 3 color choices. In addition to the two shown above, you can wear it in black with matching lace. Depending on where you wear it, you may need to layer some panties beneath ;)

Speaking of panties, my final look of the evening is a gorgeous bra and panties set from SLC. Their Gift June 2021 Lingerie BOM Lussia has system/BOM layers that are compatible with any BOM mesh bodies and easy to wear on classic avatars too. The texturing is exquisite, with satiny bows and lace trim on our string bikini panties and delicately crafted bra. I always appreciate having such beautiful lingerie to wear beneath my favorite outerwear. 

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

Credits:

All Group Gifts from -13Event-:

Photo 1:

Outfit: .:Beyond:. Aliseda - Black $0L 13Event Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: Brii Underground **JANE LYNCH PINK FASHION STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $0L 13Event Group Gift

Photo 3:

Bikini: :::VIRGINIA::: BIKINI FLOWERS $0L 13Event Group Gift

Tattoo: tease2please [t2p] BabyGirl Deep back tattoo $0L 13Event Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: KEY STYLE CHERIE MINI DRESS GIFT $0L 13Event Group Gift

Photo 5:

Lingerie: SLC Gift June 2021 Lingerie BOM Lussia $0L 13Event Group Gift

Head: GENUS Project - Genus Head - Classic Face W001 - Mocap 

Hair: TRUTH Blush - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)