Christmas at Palomma Plaza

 Hiya everyone! Tonight I feel like Santa digging into a sack of gifts to pull out some more treats to share, this time from the Palomma Plaza Christmas tree. There are so many wonderful gifts under there, free for all members of their group which is also free to join. I still miss Palomma dearly, but I am comforted by seeing her legacy from The Free Dove continuing in the very same building :) This time of year, it feels right to focus on generosity and kindness while thanking these designers for showing us those very traits. Let's all grab a cup of hot cocoa and open some gifts!

First up, I got festive in our Delicatt Couture - Irene dress Christmas gift. This playful minidress has a single shoulder strap adorned with a bow, and a full skirt speckled with gold. There are sizes for Altamura, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP mesh bodies, along with an 8 color HUD. All the shades look amazing with the white trim, black waistband and bow, and of course our gold "Merry Christmas" carefully written on the front. 

Lots of my Christmas wardrobe in SL looks best suited to the North Pole weather, but not this RoxAnne Lindy Dress gift! It's one of 3 gifts I found from them under the tree by the way, randomly selected since I appreciate them all :) This dress has a daring belly cutout and diagonal hemline, two details that are sure to turn heads. We receive Erika, Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Kupra, Legacy, Bombshell, Maitreya, Lara X, Petite X, Peach, and Star mesh body sizes, plus a HUD with 8 texture choices. They are numbered rather than having examples on the HUD, so you get a bit of a fun surprise each time you click one :) 

For those colder days or nights, I'm feeling mighty cozy in the Travesty Velma Christmas gift I also found beneath the tree. It looks like a sweater and skirt but is all one piece, in sizing for Legacy, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Petite X, Prima Busty, Prima Petite, and Reborn mesh bodies. I'm gigging at realizing that this style does in fact resemble the famous outfit of Velma from Scooby Doo, in more December-appropriate colors of course ;) The Santa on the front has a kind expression that also made me smile.

Black Angel has carefully wrapped their RITA XMAS OUTFIT by BA Store for us to find under Palomma's tree, and I'm getting a mix of cheery 80s vibes as well as a sexy modern twist from the harness. That harness as well as the top, skirt, and boots will all fit Erika, Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Legacy, Bombshell, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Lara X, Petite X, Reborn, and Waifu mesh bodies. The bow I'm wearing is also provided, and is adjustable so you can fit most hairstyles. The HUD enclosed will let us pick from 10 colors apiece for the bow, top, harness, skirt, and boots, with 5 metals. I'm sure it's the bow that made me think 80s, although the first one I thought of was Madonna and it was a black bow. This one is nicer from being more colorful :)

My final look of the evening will help us look elegant all year long. It is the [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [GloriaA] gift, one of several from under the tree, and starts with a high collar gown in 5 standard mesh sizes and a fitmesh version for classic avatars, along with Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh body sizes. The included HUD offers 9 colors to choose from, and you can just see the ivory heels peeking out from beneath the gown on the right up there...there are Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet sizes included. Ivory is a great neutral for any of the gown's colors, and there's a bit of glitter to it so the heels are a terrific addition. 

All I'm going to say about the mouse situation here is that our grand total thus far is 5 caught and released, mostly because one of the traps no longer sets correctly so it is just one trap at a time instead of two. Otherwise my day was focused on the housemate getting the car repaired again (a leak decided to return after prior repair) and a much more fun evening of Hello Kitty gaming :) Friends make everything better, and this particular friend always keeps me up to date on the trends I miss out on (she is on the ticky tocks, and I am not, LOL) and helps suggest places I should check out on my weekly outings. It's encouraging, and she is generally a cheerful sort that boosts my mood every time we talk. Tomorrow is dinner at the parents', and I think she said she's making teriyaki chicken which sounds tasty to me. It's well below freezing out right now (26 degrees) so I really could use some hot tea or cocoa. I hope you're all having a lovely day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Palomma Plaza:

Photo 1:

Dress: Delicatt Couture - Irene dress Christmas $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: RoxAnne Lindy Dress $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: Travesty Velma Christmas $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: Black Angel RITA XMAS OUTFIT by BA Store $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [GloriaA] $0L Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 4.0

Hair: TRUTH Mellow - Essential

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 return to the Palomma Plaza with our free group tag active, to claim some more gifts found under the huge tree near one of the main doors. The designers are very generous with their presents for us, which is not surprising since they are all year round already :) While you're there be sure to peek at all the year-round gifts that are waiting for group members too, as you will find a little something for just about everyone. This was a favorite time of year for Palomma, in whose memory this plaza was constructed on the former location of her Free Dove, so I am always moved by seeing the Dove's Angel group tag over my head when I'm there.

My first look tonight is from the wonderful Composer Girls Fashion, and is called !CGF-*Delicate Beauty* Red Floral Dress Outfit. The crimson color can be a nod to the season, but the style seems suited to any time of year. Our dress comes in sizes for Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Kupra, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite bodies, with solid red heels in Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high foot sizing. We also receive panties in system/BOM layer and an Omega applier, as well as a red choker with golden heart pendant and a gold bracelet for the right wrist. I truly do admire the designer's commitment to ensuring that we have everything we need in one package to be fully dressed and out the door in style :)

Perhaps Christmas itself isn't your thing, but you do enjoy wintry fashions...in this case I'm going to suggest the [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Warm Winter-D] gift :) This is one of several presents they have for us under the tree, and starts with the dress with attached scarf in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizing. The jeans are system/BOM layers and an Omega applier, and the designer has thoughtfully provided footwear in the form of fur boots that fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink flat feet. Such a cozy look!

I have fond memories of my club days (not as in club kid, just a young adult who visited nightclubs and bars to dance and sometimes listen to live music) where I would definitely have seen outfits like this stunning :DisturbeD: gift called Nicoles top and skirt. The top has a high neckline in the front but bares most of the back, while the skirt shows a daring diagonal sliced hem that can get pretty revealing from some angles ;) Each piece is provided in Gen X Classic, Gen X Curvy, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn sizes, and there is also a handy HUD with 20 texture choices for each. We can mix and match among solids and patterns, creating endless possibilities. 

Delicatt Couture has their lovely Irene dress Christmas 2021 creation as our gift beneath the tree, and it looks every bit as charming today as it must have in 2021 :) The single shoulder strap has a bold black bow on it, trimmed in gold, to match the belt while contrasting the white hemline beautifully. There are 6 colors on the HUD to select from, all of which have Merry Christmas in gold on the front and matching golden stars on the skirt. The dress comes in sizes for Altamura, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP bodies. 

My final look this evening is another randomly selected gift (no, I didn't shake all the presents to see what was inside) that also has multiple color options. The [hh] Evany Dress treat from Hilly Haalan consists of Erika, Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Kupra, Kups, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh body sizes, plus a HUD that lets us choose from an amazing 50 colors. Can you imagine any RL clothing with that many hues? The style here caught my attention too, thanks to the one long sleeve contrasting the bare right arm with a slender strap that crosses over to the left side. Then the skirt portion is gathered and wrapped for a playful hemline that shortens in the front a little bit because of it. The sheen of the fabric is a beautiful touch too, like softest satin.

I wound up taking a small walk earlier since it finally stopped raining, and it was enjoyable other than some aches in my legs. I really need to find a good gentle stretching routine, as the calves were already knotted up before the walk. They need me to take better care of them, all my muscles do I suppose :) The music channel I watch on tv (Music Choice) has been playing Christmas songs mixed in with their regular assortment, so that has been a fun way to ease into the holiday mindset. I'm looking forward to finally getting my hair cut tomorrow, although nervous about the car ride to and from, so I am taking an extra half dose of medication that should help out. I hope you're all having a terrific day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Palomma Plaza:

Photo 1:

Outfit: Composer Girls Fashion !CGF-*Delicate Beauty* Red Floral Dress Outfit $0L Palomma Plaza

Photo 2:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Warm Winter-D] $0L Palomma Plaza

Photo 3:

Outfit: :DisturbeD: Nicoles top and skirt $0L Palomma Plaza

Photo 4:

Dress: Delicatt Couture - Irene dress Christmas 2021 $0L Palomma Plaza

Photo 5:

Dress: Hilly Haalan [hh] Evany Dress $0L Palomma Plaza

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Collective Affair - 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)

Free Dove Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight is a bittersweet post, as I am sharing some gifts from The Free Dove, whose owner passed away recently so the store is still there for now but it is unknown for how long. Her partner said that it was Dove's wishes that the store will not outlive her, since she poured her heart and soul into it. He is respecting her wishes, but does not know when the land is paid until, so it could vanish quickly or we could have the chance to visit for a while yet. I also would like to mention that there are several condolence books to sign near the entrances, so if you'd like to leave a few words they will be shared with her RL family as well. As much as this is hurting my heart (literally typing through tears), it means a lot to me to honor her memory and contribution to SL with my blog posts. As you probably already know, all of these gifts at The Free Dove are available for free with the "Blessed by a Dove" group tag active, and the group remains free to join while the store is still there. I believe Dove would be pleased that people are still enjoying her hard work while we can.

For my first look tonight, I am feeling fashionable in the [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Vanessa] gift, one of several on their display. The dress comes in 5 standard sizes and one fitted version for classic avatars, along with Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh body sizing. The matching heels will fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet, and truthfully with their neutral color might find their way into other outfits of mine also :) The glamorous style made me think awards shows, or maybe Met Gala?

Speaking of awards shows, does this remind anyone else of Jennifer Lopez and her famous Versace dress from the Grammys, the jungle green beauty? I know hers had sleeves but it has also been worn without like above. This is the [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Artemis] gift, and like my first look it consists of a dress and coordinated footwear. The gown is provided in standard mesh sizes plus Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink mesh body versions, with black shoes in Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high sizing. There is also a HUD with 6 colors to choose from, so we can change the look to suit our mood or personal favorites.

Nearby is the REED display where I selected their charming VIVI dress to share tonight, a strapless gathered mini with sweetheart neckline. We receive sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies in this gift, along with a HUD for 6 texture options. This is such a flattering style, especially for curvy silhouettes, and you know I'm loving that floral on the right!

Another display in the same general area is that of FurtaCor, so naturally I had to grab some of their lovely gifts to share :) This one is called :::FurtaCor:::Veronic Dress, and it includes eBody Curvy, Hourglass, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh body sizes. There's also a handy HUD with 15 terrific textures, and I was impressed by the variety. The ruched top and pert sleeves are very nice touches, and the lace hem trim is adorable. 

My final look of the evening is the :::FurtaCor:::Jojo Set which is on the same display as the previous treat. This one starts with the playful dress in eBody Reborn, Freya, Kupra (Bimbo, Low, Original, Flat), Kups A, Kups B, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, and Flat mesh body versions, and a HUD with 15 ripped textures like on the left above and the same 15 without rips. Then we can add the BOM layer ripped stockings to match, and the bag I'm holding on the left above called chuck short handle POSE. That does make sense as it resembles 'chucks' sneakers and has a built in pose that is affecting both hands as you can see :) The dress is short and has a daring slit on the left side, with smaller notch on the right hip. I'm hiding my feet since without shoes you can see my flesh-toned toenails floating above the stockings, LOL, such a weird look and I keep forgetting to get/use the thing someone sells that hides them. I think it's a transparent applier for the toenails or something similar. I don't go barefoot in socks or stockings usually so it doesn't crop up often.

Whew, I am still feeling emotional and I'm planning on sharing more Free Dove gifts tomorrow so I need to prepare for another rollercoaster ride of feelings. Dove generally went by Pal (short for Palomma) or Dove, and I stuck with Dove since it appeals to the bird lover in me. Many of our conversations were brief, but those deeper ones really touched my heart and I will truly miss them. A few months ago she said her health was worsening, but somehow her passing was still a terrible shock to me. I wonder if being so soon after losing my godmother is making it worse, just this general sense of life being far too fragile lately, and I was unable to go to my godmother's funeral so there is a lack of closure there. It makes me want to contact everyone I've ever cared about and get all sappy on them ;) On a lighter note, Xan is being his usual supportive self, so I'm grateful to him as always. I hope you're all having a nice day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from The Free Dove:

Photo 1:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Vanessa] $0L FreeDove Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Artemis] $0L FreeDove Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: REED - VIVI $0L FreeDove Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: :::FurtaCor:::Veronic Dress $0L FreeDove Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: :::FurtaCor:::Jojo Set $0L FreeDove Gift

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

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH VIP Curious - Essential

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

SWANK Wonderland

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we are visiting the SWANK Event for their December round, with their free group tag active so we can claim dozens and dozens of wonderful gifts. There are lots of treats for everyone here, from fashion for men and women to home decor including seasonal decorations to liven up your living space and your wardrobe. Some of the gifts were in black giftboxes, and a few were in the golden 7th anniversary logos from a few months ago, yet others tucked inside packages of the designers' own creation. I developed a mantra of "when in doubt, click all the things" and wound up pleasantly surprised a few times :) This will be a multiple part post, so let's start on part one...

My first look of the evening is the [If design] Lovely Elf, which is one of several gifts they are offering at this event. The layered bodysuit and legwarmers are each provided in Altamura, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP sizes, with shoes in flat (shown) and tiptoe versions that are unrigged so we can adjust them. The hat comes in standard mesh sizes and an unrigged resize version, and I admit I generally avoid hats because of my usual hairstyle choices (yep, even this one is fighting with the hat LOL) but really couldn't resist showing it with the long trail over the shoulder with pompom at the end. Did you notice the ears and tail on the bunny slippers? So cute!

Vips Creations was also generous as usual with the gifts, like this [Warm Winter-D] outfit that makes me feel extra snuggly. The scarf dress has a fitted version for classic avatars, as well as sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. The fur boots fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink flat feet, and the jeans are provided as system/BOM layers and an Omega applier. It all adds up to a fantastic look!

Two gifts are on display here for a playful combination :) The dress is our LUXE Paris ADORE Dress gift, a bold red gown with spaghetti straps and a high-low hem with ruffled trim. It fits Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies beautifully. Then I added the AvaGirl - Candy Cane Umbrella gift, which has left and right versions each for classic or bento hands so you get the best hold pose for your body. As you can see, the umbrella also poofs pretty snowflakes, possibly not the best idea indoors but at least they are the magical kind that won't melt and make a mess of my carpeting ;) 

Next I changed into one of two gifts I found from V8 Underground, this being their adorable **UNICORN PAJAMAS CHRISTMAS STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT**. The pajamas are one piece in sizes for Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya, with rainbow horn and matching tail. The sneakers fit the flat feet for each of those bodies, and the unicorn kitty has a built in hold pose so we can snuggle them while coordinating with their colors ♥.

Last but certainly not least, we have the other ladies' V8 Underground gift called **LOUISA PAJAMAS CHRISTMAS STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT**. There was a "Louis" named male version provided too, so be sure to alert your male avatar friends too :) These pajamas fit Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, with slippers for Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink flat feet. We get to top off the look with a bell collar and reindeer headband that can each be resized for a perfect fit. I love that the reindeer ears and antlers are adorned with bold red flowers and a golden sleigh bell to match the choker. 

It was a chilly but calm day, and I am having another one of those evenings where I get confused on which day of the week it is. Tomorrow night is my usual Friday dinner at my parents' place, yet for some reason I thought it was only Wednesday. Confusion should be my middle name ;) I'm still listening to Christmas music and preparing to explore Shop & Hop, and ironing out my blog schedule which should include a Sunday morning Advent post with an encore Monday morning. I hope you're all having a beautiful day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from SWANK Event:

Photo 1:

Outfit: [If design] Lovely Elf $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Warm Winter-D] $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: LUXE Paris ADORE Dress $0L Swank Group Gift

Umbrella: AvaGirl - Candy Cane Umbrella $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: V8 Underground **UNICORN PAJAMAS CHRISTMAS STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $0L Swank Group Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: V8 Underground **LOUISA PAJAMAS CHRISTMAS STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $0L Swank 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)

FabFree Group Gifts

 Hiya everyone! Tonight's post features several group gift for the FabFree in SL group, which is free to join and also currently in the final week of their FabFree at Fifteen celebration. I've covered that in a few prior posts, so tonight's gifts are all regularly offered group gifts that are not connected to the shopping/gifting event celebrating FabFree's 15th birthday. However most of the stores are also offering sales and gifts for that event, so if you haven't already explored it this is a good reminder to do so :) There are simply so many fantastic designers who participate in the event and the group in general, offering group gifts all year round, and I am very grateful to all of them.

My first look tonight is the Debra Flared Skirt Dress Beige gift from [satus Inc]. This lovely sleeveless dress comes in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. It is delicately trimmed in an off white that is just a few shades lighter than the main beige hue. The skirt billows out beautifully, whether in motion or standing perfectly still. 

I also visited zOOm and picked up their fun and versatile Pixie Outfit gift. It consists of the t-shirt, shorts, and skirt seen here, each in Freya, Legacy, and Maitreya sizes. Then there is a HUD with 4 colors for each piece, so we can mix and match a few dark hues. Each separate has its own texture, so that adds to the visual interest as well :) This became an instant favorite as soon as I tried it on for the first time!

Next we have the well-coordinated [Vips Creations] - [Louisa-Silver Diamonds] gift just for FabFree group members. The dress includes a classic fitted version as well as sizing for Belleza Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. The matching shoes will fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet, and are adorned with several pretty bows. This outfit is a great choice if you are heading to a nightclub, since basic black dresses can be very common there and all this sparkle will stand out in the best way.

Many of us are deep into summer in RL, with some heat waves sweeping lots of areas, so a bikini is sounding very tempting right now and this one is looking sexy! This is the 160 - Bikini Color 3 from Cremosas Store, a very generous designer with tons of gifts for various groups including two of their own. Just look for the rainbow FabFree sign to find this one among all the others :) Its bra and panties each come in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh body sizes. The panties are thong styled, with the bra having a very unique cropped corset shape with an attached ribbon like a necklace that is tied in the front. I really like the lush burgundy color, very flattering!

I chose something especially seductive for my final look of the evening, the Glitter Katia Fitmesh High Slit Dress Acqua. This asymmetrical hemmed slip dress fits the Maitreya mesh body, and includes a HUD with solid or sheer options for the shimmery satin fabric. My eyes are automatically drawn to the gold V neckline, then the flirty opening, leading down to the bared left hip. As you can tell from the rear view, the sheer option is just as shiny and is almost the same color but our skin tone shows through just enough to change it a tiny bit. 🔥

It was a whirlwind of a weekend here, thanks to the heat and the trip to the farmers market. The couple who are retiring from their business were celebrating their final day there, and I admit I felt very emotional saying goodbye to them even though I expect we'll see them shopping there as customers from time to time. The sweet Boston terrier who is usually there was extra friendly and I felt so much better after petting him ♥. Animals can definitely sense emotions, as I've seen time and time again, and I'm guessing most of you have experienced similar. My television (next to and slightly behind my monitor here) is older than dirt and about to croak, so I took advantage of a back to school sale at Best Buy and ordered a new tv that will be ready by Friday I believe, but sometimes they are faster than expected so could be any point this week. My current one is a Roku tv, so the new one is also which means a very easy transition without having to learn a new system. I hope you all enjoyed your weekend and are having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts for FabFree in SL:

Photo 1:

Dress: [satus Inc] Debra Flared Skirt Dress Beige $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: zOOm - Pixie Outfit $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - [Louisa-Silver Diamonds] $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 4:

Bikini: .:: Cremosas Store ::. 160 - Bikini Color 3 $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: Glitter Katia Fitmesh High Slit Dress Acqua $0L FabFree Group Gift

Head: LeLUTKA Fleur Head 3.1

Hair: TRUTH Friday - Essential [FLF]

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

Eyeshadow: alaskametro<3 "Autumn Mist" eyeshadow 05 Fit X - 60% $0L Wearable Tester

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

BUNDLES Bohemian Summer

 Hiya everyone! Tonight it is my pleasure to invite you to the BUNDLES event's new round, Bohemian Summer. Here you will find exclusive offers and discounted items from some of SL's most talented designers, among a beautifully decorated region that I always enjoy exploring. I think you'll even find a gift or two that will help you celebrate this warm and inviting season :) It will be open until the 15th of July, so you have plenty of time to visit and pick up demos then return to make some purchases.

My first look this evening is a pairing of exclusive offers from BlondeQueen, their lovely BQ::Amelie One Shoulder Top:: Ecru 2 and matching BQ::Amelie Boho Pants:: Ecru 2. The top is just $120L and the pants are $150L, and you can find a few other earth toned separates at their display as well. Each piece is provided in Freya, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizes, and I adore the combination of close fitting top with the full harem style pants which have a built in sash belt.

{Melt} also has special offers that you can only find at BUNDLES, like this flirty Colada Dress. It is just $150L at the event, and comes in sizes for Freya, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. There is also a HUD included with 12 different textures. The golden trim on the edges and those daring waist-high slits on both sides are fantastic touches. 

Continuing with the summer cocktail names, we can also pick up the {Melt} Mojito Dress exclusively at BUNDLES. This dress is provided in the same sizes as Colada (Freya, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique) and with a similar 12 texture HUD so we can choose from various patterns in very pretty colors. They are beautifully tropical, just right for the theme and the season. So which do you prefer, a creamy pina colada or a bright citrusy mojito?

We are also visiting the LUNA CHELSEA display, where the exclusive offer their $389L SHARNA BOHEMIAN SUMMER SET. This fantastic top and skirt each fit Freya, Hourglass, Kupra Bimbo, Kupra Original, Kups A, Kups B, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh bodies. There is also a generous HUD with 17 colors for each, so we can mix and match the hues. The pattern reminds me of wax painting where the artist draws a design with white wax and then paints over it, so pretty! 

My final look this evening is a free gift we can pick up at the Vips Creations display, called Female Outfit - [Claudia Spring]. The top comes in standard sizes as well as Freya, Venus, Maitreya, and Slink Physique versions, while the pants are provided in what I call the lucky 13 of mesh sizes - 5 classic, 5 fitmesh, Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink. Then we have the optional jacket in fitmesh standard sizes plus versions for Venus, Maitreya, and Slink bodies, and matching sandals to fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet. The outfit looks attractive with or without the jacket, and its short sleeves are nice for a cool summer evening.

It was a nice day here, and my mom made chicken divan for dinner which we hadn't had before so that was a nice treat :) I'm sure she has made similar meals before, but not recently, and she had mentioned being bored of the same old things she usually does for us. I had offered a few suggestions but didn't have very many ideas offhand. The weather will be cooler tomorrow for the farmers market but not rainy, so a few clouds shouldn't be a problem. I hope you all have a beautiful weekend, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Offers from BUNDLES:

Photo 1:

Top: BlondeQueen BQ::Amelie One Shoulder Top:: Ecru 2 $120 BUNDLES Exclusive

Pants: BQ::Amelie Boho Pants:: Ecru 2 $150L BUNDLES Exclusive

Photo 2:

Dress: {Melt} Colada Dress $150L BUNDLES Exclusive

Photo 3:

Dress: {Melt} Mojito Dress $150L BUNDLES Exclusive

Photo 4:

Outfit: LUNA CHELSEA SHARNA BOHEMIAN SUMMER SET $389L BUNDLES Exclusive

Photo 5:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Claudia Spring] $0L BUNDLES Gift

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

Hair: TRUTH Eternity - Blonde

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Summer Breeze

 Hiya everyone! Tonight there are several more tempting prizes from the Womenstuff Hunt 2022, all of which are free if you find the hidden red t-shirts in each participating store. Shortly after arriving at each stop, a greeter will give you a hint in local chat so even the ones that have been reduced in size are still relatively easy to find with some patient exploration :) If you are in the Womenstuff hunt group ($50L to join) you can claim a free HUD from their headquarters, otherwise I suggest using this list of landmarks to navigate the 100+ stores who are generously participating. There are so many high quality prizes that it's no wonder I have enough for several more posts, as there are plenty that I am eager to show all of you (interspersed with other treats of course for variety). My title is simply a reflection of the music I'm listening to, and the mood the weather has me feeling. Summer breeze, makes me feel fine...

My first look this evening is the anny's Fashion prize called [AF] Aixa Plaid Dress. There is a handy unpacker HUD provided so you only have to unpack the size you need by clicking the Hourglass, Legacy, or Maitreya button. Then you'll receive a folder with the corresponding size dress and a terrific texture HUD, 15 hues of plaid for the left half of the dress and 5 metals, plus 2 exclusive bonus textures which are black and white stripes in vertical or horizontal. The bold chain straps are the kind of thing that would be impractical in RL (hot, heavy, uncomfortable) but very wearable and attractive in SL. That always adds to the appeal for me.

Perhaps you need a new elegant look for a formal event, then I suggest finding the t-shirt at Kitty Creations to receive their (KCE) Lila - All Colors prize. It consists of standard mesh sizes as well as Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh body versions, with silver earrings and necklace to match the chains around the bodice. There is even a 6 color HUD with beautiful pastels to choose from, so you can decide which color catches your eye at any given time.

Vips Creations has a prize that is sure to turn heads, called Female Outfit - [Sonia]. It starts with the bare shouldered turtleneck dress in sizes for eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh bodies, with a 10 texture HUD that has 2 ombres (both shown) along with 8 solid colors each for the main dress, neck, and sleeves. If you look in the folder after unpacking the main prize, you will find two bonuses to unpack...the silvery shoes in Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high sizes, and a black lace panty liner in standard mesh sizes plus eBody Classic, eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine body sizing. These extras will come in handy to wear with just about anything you wish, so I certainly appreciate them.

Next I changed into the stunning RD Style - Outfit Melissa prize, whose black and white plaid (gingham?) has a classic feeling, but the deep cut bodice and high waisted mini bring a modern flavor. The top and skirt each fit Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, and Reborn bodies, and really flatter every curve. 

My final look tonight can be found in the red shirt at AmAzInG CrEaTiOnS. Their 9 Tintable Mini Dress includes sizing for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, with 2 HUDs to customize the look considerably. The first has 9 styles for transparency, openings and fishnet fillings, then once you have decided on the basic style you can use the color HUD to tint the dress to any color you can imagine. It uses a color wheel so you just click wherever you wish and use the sliders to adjust the tone. The possibilities are endless!

It was a more peaceful day here since I didn't have to leave the house, so I am feeling a little better but could use more rest. I am looking forward to dinner with my parents tomorrow, then I have something special planned for the evening's blog post :) I hope you're all having a lovely day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Hunt Prizes from Womenstuff 2022:

Photo 1:

Dress: anny's Fashion [AF] Aixa Plaid Dress $0L Hunt Prize

Photo 2:

Dress: Kitty Creations (KCE) Lila - All Colors $0L Hunt Prize

Photo 3:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Sonia] $0L Hunt Prize

Photo 4:

Outfit: RD Style - Outfit Melissa $0L Hunt Prize

Photo 5:

Dress: AmAzInG CrEaTiOnS 9 Tintable Mini Dress $0L Hunt Prize

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

Hair: TRUTH Friday - Essential [FLF]

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Spring Into Life with BUNDLES

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we are visiting the wonderful BUNDLES Event, whose current round is called Spring Season - Spring into Life. It is open until the end of the month, and here you will find many talented designers offering exclusive items at affordable prices. The BUNDLES Events are brought to us by the same awesome person behind The Free Dove, so you know they will be well organized and the region is always decorated impeccably to match each theme. I even found a few free gifts there, so there are lots of reasons why this round is a must-visit :)

My first look this evening starts with the charming AvaGirl - Paisley dress, which you can find exclusively at BUNDLES for just $149L. The strapless mini is gently tied in the front with an empire waistline and short hem, in sizes for eBody Curvy, Freya, Isis, Kupra Bimbo, Low, Original, Kups A, Kups B, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and Reborn. There is also a HUD with 8 gorgeous floral textures, and a pair of panties as a system/BOM layer for modesty. As for my amazing jewelry, that would be part of the Beloved Jewelry Odea Set, a special offer of a fatpack for $299L that includes flower tiara, two versions of earrings (small and large) and two versions of chokers (single strand or double with flower) to wear whatever combination makes you happy. There is a HUD included with 16 metals each for various chain parts, 16 metals and 24 pearl colors for two portions of the flowers, and 24 hues for the pearls. We can also adjust the transparency of the flower blossom and use the HUD to resize the pieces, so they are wonderfully versatile. In this photo I am wearing choker v1 and earrings v1 which are the smaller blooms as well as the striking tiara. 

Next I changed into the v2 earrings with the larger blossoms and the single chain choker v2, and once again had some fun with the colors on the HUD :) It is worth mentioning that the individual pieces (both chokers, both earring sets, tiara) are available for $195L apiece if you only wanted one or two rather than the full set. Then I slipped into another BUNDLES exclusive offer, the Grumble-Bree Dress. This beauty is just $75L and is provided in Freya, Kupra Bimbo, Low, Original, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, Petite, Reborn, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Tonic Minim mesh body sizes. The front has daring openings at the midriff and across the skirt, and those black and white stripes are a fun backdrop for roses in many shades of pink. 

Over at the [Vips Creations] display, I was very happy to discover this free gift called Frances black lace. It includes the dress in what I call the lucky 13 of mesh sizes (5 classic, 5 fitmesh, Belleza, Maitreya, Slink) and matching heels to fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink feet. The gown has some really sexy details like the deep plunging lace both front and back, and the gradient of transparency on the hem that helps show off the shoes especially well.

I also wanted all of you to get to see the Delicatt Couture gift called Marguerittee Maxi Dress FLOWER, yours for free just for visiting their display. It gives the appearance of two pieces, a floaty pointed top and maxi skirt, but is linked together and worn as one easy breezy dress :) The gift includes fitmesh standard sizes plus versions for Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink mesh bodies. There are so many different types of flowers in bloom on the pattern, very pretty!

One final look this evening, if you visit the Luna Chelsea display you will find their Hope SET as a free gift. The leather pants and fluttery plaid floral blouse each come in sizes for Isis, Venus, Hourglass, Kupra Bimbo, Low, Original, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh bodies, with a HUD offering 10 color options for the top and the belt individually. Please note the side view above and how revealing the ruffles up top really are, as some destinations might not allow visitors wearing nipple-baring clothing. There are always pasties of course ;)

My dentist appointment for the cavity filling went really well, other than the numbness lasting for several hours longer than I expected. I just had to be really careful when I ate dinner, but it was a canine tooth so chewing was safer than biting would have been. I was prepared, all was well :) The assistant thought my gums would be very sore but fortunately they were okay so that's a relief. Otherwise today I just tried to get rest, and have been planning my next few blog posts. I have two KittyCats! pets at my premium house and they have each escaped in the past few days, as in they were outside the house so somehow warped through the walls or front door, a weird mystery that Xan and I are trying to solve and prevent from recurring. If it happens again, one of them is getting renamed Houdini, LOL. I hope you're all having a terrific day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Offers from the BUNDLES Event:

Photo 1:

Dress: AvaGirl - Paisley $149L BUNDLES Exclusive

Jewelry: Beloved Jewelry : Odea Set (Texture Change) $299L BUNDLES Exclusive

Photo 2:

Dress: Grumble-Bree Dress $75L BUNDLES Exclusive

Photo 3:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Frances black lace] $0L BUNDLES Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: Delicatt Couture - Marguerittee Maxi Dress FLOWER $0L BUNDLES Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: Luna Chelsea Hope SET $0L BUNDLES Gift

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

Hair: TRUTH Curious - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)

Free Dove With Love

 Hiya everyone! Tonight's post is a sampling of the Valentine's Day gifts we can find on a special table at The Free Dove. Several different designers are offering clothing and accessories just right for this romantic season, all free with the "Blessed by a Dove" group tag from The Free Dove's group. It is also free to join the group as always, so these gifts won't cost a thing :) Whether your Valentine's plans involve celebrating with a loved one, finding a date, or hanging out with friends instead, you will find plenty of ways to dress the part and look your best. We will be returning to The Free Dove soon for free mini hunts too, so I suggest giving this group a permanent slot in your group list if you haven't already.

First up, we have the Lara AC Dress Mariana Red gift, dazzling in bold red trimmed in matching lace. This gift includes sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies. I couldn't resist sharing the rear view so you could see just how daring the open back is with that flash of bum cleavage.

Next I shimmied into the [WitchCraft] Ananke Body V2 gift, which is a sheer bodysuit decorated with studded stripes on the bodice and flowers all over. It comes in Freya, Isis, Venus, Hourglass, and Maitreya mesh body sizes, with a HUD offering 6 pretty colors to choose from. The high cut legs mean that the rear is more coverage than a thong but still quite flirty.

This charming look is the Aloha Love Dress in Blush gift from *Lurve*. It has a layered appearance that comes in fitmesh standard sizes along with Eve Pulpy, Eve Slim, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh body sizing. The hair flower I'm wearing here is even included so you can bring a touch of the islands (Aloha indeed!) to your Valentine look.

Another gift you don't want to miss is the {Le'La} Alloma Dress Gift V-day. This treat has ruffled cap sleeves and a deep opening both front and back, tied in the front with a long fluttery bow. It is provided in sizes for Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya bodies, with a 15 texture HUD so you can select from 10 prints and 5 solid colors. This gift, like many on the table, will look right at home any time of year :)

My final look this evening is the striking [Valentina] outfit from Vips Creations. Its crossed halter dress has a sheer black lace top to match the hemline trim, on a deep shade of pinkish purple satin. The dress has a fitted version for classic avatars, as well as sizes for Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. The matching shoes come in Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high sizing, and even the clutch I'm holding in my right hand is included. Such an alluring look for Valentine's Day or whenever the mood strikes.

My weekend will be quiet and focused on resting and healing, at least that is the plan at this point. I might do a Saturday evening post for once since I missed one this week already and have more time-sensitive goodies to share. I hope you all have a fantastic weekend ahead, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from The Free Dove:

Photo 1:

Dress: Lara AC Dress Mariana Red $0L FreeDove Group Gift

Photo 2:

Bodysuit: [WitchCraft] Ananke Body V2 $0L FreeDove Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: *Lurve* Aloha Love Dress in Blush $0L FreeDove Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: {Le'La} Alloma Dress Gift V-day $0L FreeDove Group Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: [Vips Creations] - Female Outfit - [Valentina] $0L FreeDove Group Gift

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

Hair: TRUTH Kaijah - Redhead

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

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

Body/Hands/Feet: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

All Poses: Verocity  (Various Sets)