Tres Chic Anniversary

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we are celebrating the 7th anniversary of the Tres Chic event, and I am so happy that they are continuing to bring high quality fashion and home decor together from a wide range of designers. By now you probably know what to expect, LOL, as many events celebrate their anniversaries or birthdays in a similar manner...with free gifts from most of the designers :) Just join their free group and have that tag active, then click any of the stacks of letter blocks at each display to claim some thoughtful gifts. Unpacking them was like Christmas morning, with so many smiles as a result of the generosity of the participants.

My first look this evening is the [Brior] Kiki Silk Dress (Royal) GIFT, a slightly loose fitting halter dress in a gorgeous shade of blue. The gift includes Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn mesh body sizes. That bow at the back of the neck is such a striking detail that I changed to an updo hairstyle specifically to ensure it was visible, with those curled ribbons really catching my eye. 

KENNY ROLANDS is also offering a beautiful gift for Tres Chic group members, called [KR] LINDA DRESS -PINK-. It is a vibrant shade that makes me think of fresh berries, and I love the shapely ruched style with zippers both front and back. There are sizes for Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, Perky, and Maitreya mesh bodies. 

Next I changed into the sexy DM:: Dress Jana Red, replete with sheer lace trim and a bold thigh slit. This group gift contains Erika, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn sizes, with just a slight hint of silky shimmer that makes me want to touch the pretty fabric. 

I am also eager to share the Agnes. Lemon gift from AMISAR, which is a duo of ruffled strapless dresses that are perfect for the warm weather. The solid and cheetah versions each come in sizing for Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh bodies. They are beautifully layered and I think the bright color really brings out the shadows and seams nicely to feel extra realistic.

We wrap things up this evening with something seductive. That would be the Klubb - "Heather" Beaded Lingerie Set Pumpkin, a one piece bra and thong set linked together in the front with draped strands of beads. It fits Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Reborn bodies, and includes a HUD to choose between black or white for the beads. There are varied sizes of bows decorating throughout, and I think this is a very flattering look for any size or shape. 

Well, today was at least an ant-free day, so that is an improvement ;) I have plenty more Tres Chic gifts to share with you tomorrow evening when I get home from dinner with the parents, while the temperature outside climbs higher and higher. I hope you're all having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Tres Chic:

Photo 1:

Dress: [Brior] Kiki Silk Dress (Royal) GIFT $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: KENNY ROLANDS [KR] LINDA DRESS -PINK- $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Dress: DM:: Dress Jana Red $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Dress: AMISAR. Agnes. Lemon $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Lingerie: Klubb - "Heather" Beaded Lingerie Set Pumpkin $0L Group Gift

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

Hair: TRUTH Kaijah - 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)

Composer Girls Fashion

 Hiya everyone! Tonight's post features gifts for several different groups, all found at Composer Girls Fashion. The groups are all free to join, and we just need to click the pictures with each corresponding group tag active. I am a huge fan of this designer, as their clothing is nearly all provided with footwear and other accessories like jewelry so it is very easy to look fully coordinated in a cinch. While I wind up purchasing something too almost every time I visit, their outfits are affordable (most $199L) so it doesn't damage my SL budget to treat myself. 

For my first look this evening, I chose the store's own Composer Girls Fashion group gift which is their !CGF-*Averil* Complete Shorts Outfit. It starts with the top and shorts, each in classic M and fitmesh M sizes as well as Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Ocacin, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Voluptuous mesh body versions. The shorts have a belt, two leg straps, strands on the right, and studs on the rear right pocket so there are loads of fun details. Then we add the flat high top sneakers in our choice of Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizing, although if you alpha out your feet these will work with other bodies too. The warrior bands for the left arm are provided in Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink sizing. 

Next I changed into the gorgeous !CGF-*Giovanna* Complete Dress Outfit, which is their gift for the MGSN (Maitreya Gifts, Sales and News) group. The dress comes in standard mesh sizes along with Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and TMP mesh body sizing, with a HUD that lets us select from 6 colors for the trim. The strappy heels fit Belleza, Maitreya, Slink, and TMP feet, and our gift also includes a silver multilayered necklace, and gold and silver versions of a bracelet for the right wrist. 

If you are a member of the Paparazzi group, you can claim this flirty !CGF-*Bryndle Blue Jeans Outfit for free as I did :) The loosely tied blouse is provided in 3 sizes for classic avatars (S, M, L) along with Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine mesh body sizes. There are classic M and fitmesh M sizes for the jeans, plus Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Ocacin, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, Tonic Fine, and Voluptuous body versions with the same rose outline on the left thigh as the shirt has on the back. The gift also includes the wedge sandals for Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink sizes, and a pair of string panties in system/BOM layer as well as Maitreya and Omega appliers. The necklace, earrings, and bracelet on my right wrist are all part of the generous gift too. 

Another irresistible group gift is the one for the SLMB (SL Mesh Body) group called !CGF-*Eliza* Complete Skirt Outfit. It starts with the one-sleeved diagonal hemmed top and micro mini skirt with panties built in, each in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies. Then we have buckled peeptoe ankle boots for Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet, with slender stiletto heels. As for jewelry, there are 2 necklaces (shorter choker length and longer layered one, both seen above) and earrings provided, plus a warrior band for the right upper arm that is in a Maitreya size. 

One more look this evening, we have the charming !CGF-*Anastasia* Complete Skirt Outfit 1 which is the gift for the Avangardista group. The black lace outfit is a single piece with the appearance of two, in sizes for eBody, Freya, Isis, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. There is a panty patch (C-string) in those same sizes for modesty, and the arm warmers I am wearing on the left fit the same set of bodies. The open toed ankle boots fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet, and the gold and red pearl belly chain comes in the same sizing as the main clothing. There is even a necklace for a little added sparkle, as with so many of their great looks that have jewelry to complete them.

Wow, I am really slow tonight! This post involved a lot of details and explaining, so being slowed down earlier by a few unavoidable RL distractions did not help much. Nothing is wrong, just got caught up in discussions and questions about plans for the next week or so and some household type stuff. The warm weather brought some huge ants into my bedroom, part of the joys of living near a wooded area I guess, and one crawled on my hand just as I was falling asleep. Doesn't that sound fun? LOL! The top part of the window above my bed seems to sag open sometimes, just enough to let in creepy crawlies. Oh well, I hope you're all having a pleasant day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Composer Girls Fashion:

Photo 1:

Outfit: !CGF-*Averil* Complete Shorts Outfit $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: !CGF-*Giovanna* Complete Dress Outfit $0L MGSN Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: !CGF-*Bryndle Blue Jeans Outfit $0L Paparazzi Group Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: !CGF-*Eliza* Complete Skirt Outfit $0L SLMB Group Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: !CGF-*Anastasia* Complete Skirt Outfit 1 $0L Avangardista 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)

Cosmopolitan Anniversary II

Hiya everyone! Tonight I visited the second half of the Cosmopolitan 10th Anniversary rounds, as they have 2 brief rounds per month. This one is open until the 28th, and much like the first one this month there are lots of thoughtful gifts from many of the participating designers. Just wear your Cosmopolitan group tag (free to join) and click all the wooden crates you can find, easy peasy and very worthwhile :) I hope you enjoy your visit as much as I did, even if it is still rather crowded in these early days.

For my first look this evening, I tried on the lovely Mimikri - Aloha Fringe Detail Dress. This gift includes sizes for Legacy, Maitreya, Petite, Hourglass, and Physique mesh bodies. The fringe reminds me of a grass skirt, and the images on the dress make me want to hula on over to a sunny beach! I've never had the pleasure of visiting Hawaii in RL, but fortunately I am certain we can do so in SL.

Next we have the flirty -Aegyo-Sarang (Salmon) outfit, another wonderful gift for the Cosmopolitan group. The long sleeved crop top is raised to reveal the left breast, so I used a 'modesty flower' in photoshop so that white flower you see is not part of the clothing or SL whatsoever. The top and panties each fit Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite bodies, with a HUD to select from 2 metals for the chains on the panties. 

Another summery treat is the Coralie Bikini Lilac which is our gift from Safira. The bra top is comprised of two seashell shapes with no visible straps, calling to mind a mermaid. The bra and panties are provided in sizing for Freya, Isis, Hourglass, Legacy, Perky, and Maitreya bodies. I really like the soft color and the subtle scale pattern on the panties, making this an instant favorite for this time of year.

Perhaps you are in the mood for a casual, cute jumper like I just about always am, then I suggest picking up the Yasum gift. Their generous Tally FATPACK includes sizes for Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh bodies, with a HUD to choose from 34 textures and 10 metals for the zipper etc. on the front. There is a nice variety among the textures, such as plaids like you see on the left or the print with text on the right, all in various color combos. The design on the left has sayings such as "Be the Energy you wish to Attract" and "I decide my vibe" so they are very uplifting, inspirational expressions which I greatly appreciate.

My final look of the evening is a playful bodysuit from GIZ SEORN that is simply named Cosmo 10th Anniversary Gift. It could also double as a swimsuit if you wish, an advantage over RL where fabric and stitching would prevent that versatility. This gift comes in Freya, Hourglass, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite mesh body sizes. The combination of prints is unique and complementary, in lovely earth tones. 

It was a quiet day here which is generally a good thing, and I am glad to have a couple of days without any appointments or plans before what might be a busy weekend. The weather is going to be much warmer, up to 93 degrees on Saturday, so it is hard to imagine that it was half that temperature just last week. I hope you're all having a wonderful day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Cosmopolitan:

Photo 1:

Dress: Mimikri - Aloha Fringe Detail Dress $0L Cosmopolitan Gift

Photo 2:

Outfit: -Aegyo-Sarang (Salmon) $0L Cosmopolitan Gift

Photo 3:

Bikini: .Safira. Coralie Bikini Lilac $0L Cosmopolitan Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: Yasum*Tally*FATPACK $0L Cosmopolitan Gift

Photo 5:

Bodysuit: GIZ SEORN: Cosmo 10th Anniversary Gift $0L Cosmopolitan 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)

Sexy eBENTO Treats

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we take a look at some more anniversary gifts found at this round of eBENTO. Just join their free group and click all the giftboxes with attached balloons you see at most of the displays, and you will wind up with an impressive array of goodies for free. This 5th anniversary round is open until the end of the month, so we have about 2 weeks left to visit and enjoy.

My first look this evening starts with the Orkidea Black&Gold dress from AnaSTyle. It is provided in Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh body sizes, with black satin bodice and straps that look dashing against the sheer gold lace fabric of the sides and back. The golden bows on the front inspired my tattoo addition, the Sweet & sexy leg tattoo gift from Black Swan. These pretty bows on the back of our upper thighs come in a system/BOM layer that works with compatible mesh bodies or classic avatars. 

You may have noticed my nails in that previous photo, a wonderful match for the black and gold of the dress. Well I knew you deserved a closer look and some details :) They are the *KR* POINTY NAILS gift, and come in fits for Belleza, Kupra, Legacy, Maitreya, and Slink hands. Just hide the nails built into your brand of hands with their HUD, then add the correct size to your outfit. I always right click - add instead of wear, to ensure I don't accidentally remove something else. These nails are very long and slender, sure to get attention :)

BODYFORM has a sexy gift for us too, their Rachel Bodysuit . pink/black . BOM. There are top and bottom layers that flow seamlessly together, in a sheer fabric adorned with bright pink decoration both front and back. It really makes for some alluring lingerie!

Speaking of lingerie, you will also find some as the gift from ***LURE*** called lingerie set Mimi-BLUE. The bra and panties are included in eBody Reborn, Legacy, Perky, Maitreya, and Petite body sizes. There is a delicate embossed design on the satiny fabric, adding to the allure of this beautiful set.

For my final look of the evening, I chose another of the many tattoo gifts to share. This is the { wren's nest } Body Paint - Magical Being gift, offered as system/BOM layers in original, faded, and very faded versions so you can choose the look that suits you. The body paint image says Magical Being above what I believe is a sword hilt in a stone surrounded by flowers and greenery. 

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

Credits:

All Group Gifts from eBENTO:

Photo 1:

Dress: AnaSTyle - Orkidea Black&Gold $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Tattoo: ! Black Swan ! Sweet & sexy leg tattoo $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 2:

Nails: *KR* POINTY NAILS $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 3:

Bodysuit: :*:BODYFORM:*: Rachel Bodysuit . pink/black . BOM $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 4:

Lingerie: ***LURE*** lingerie set Mimi-BLUE $0L eBENTO Group Gift

Photo 5:

Tattoo: { wren's nest } Body Paint - Magical Being $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)

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)

More Juli Fashion Style Treats

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we are returning to the Juli Fashion Style store with our "I ♥ JFS" group tag (currently free to join) active so we can claim dozens of amazing free gifts. There are seasonal gifts for various holidays, warm weather looks, wintry outfits, casual to formal and even some lingerie. With such a large number of group gifts, it certainly makes sense for there to be a wide variety, which I appreciate more than I can explain. Some gifts are specifically for the Maitreya body, while others include additional sizing for other brands so please peek at the logos on each gift sign if you want to know before claiming. The group tag lets us click their midnight mania and lucky boards as well, just as a reminder to explore the rest of the store.

First this evening we have the JFS_GIFT TULIP OUTFIT, a great choice for spring with those beautiful blooms on the blouse. It includes the top and leggings each in sizes for Freya, Isis, Legacy, and Maitreya mesh bodies, with matching heels to fit Belleza, Legacy, and Maitreya feet. The bare shoulders and bare knees are a fun combination, and I am really enjoying the vibrant colors.

If you want something formal and flirty, be sure to click the JFS Long Dress group gift! There are black and white versions each provided in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique mesh body sizes, with matching shoes to fit Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink high feet. The gowns have sheer lace midriffs and skirts, with a pretty floral design that I also favor for the springtime. The white version is trimmed in black, with gold trim for the black so both are very flattering.

I was mostly on a floral kick it seems, since my next look is the JFS_GIFT DAISY OUTFIT. This group gift has multiple components that all fit the Maitreya mesh body, and can be worn in many ways. There are two versions of the bra, with and without the bow/frills, then there are separate attachments of the bow and the frills, so you can decide if you'd like to wear the bra with just the bow or just the frills. The skirt and panties are separate too, so we can wear individually or all together. I appreciate that there are matching peeptoe heels too, with the same daisy pattern so we look very coordinated. 

Casual outfits are always helpful for times when we are exploring the grid, shopping or hunting, whenever we wish to look good without being too dressy. So I was delighted to see the JFS_GIFT KORA OUTFIT among our generous gifts :) The top, leggings, and heels are all created for the Maitreya body, in three colors - black, green, and bordo. Since the bordo color (top and heels on the left) are a wine color, it made me think of bordeaux which could mean it is a different language's spelling of the wine variety. The opportunity to mix and match pieces always makes any outfit more versatile, so this brought several smiles to me.

My final look of the evening is a cute denim dress called JFS_GIFT OLGA. It includes sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, with a built in belt and bold flowers on the upper bodice and lower skirt. There are buttons down the front and lots of great seam details, while the back is simply solid denim with the same shading. 

It was a nice day and I enjoyed dinner with my parents earlier. The weather will be rainy tomorrow for the farmers market but not as bad as last week, so we do plan on attending and getting lots of tasty treats :) I hope you all have a fantastic weekend ahead, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Juli Fashion Style:

Photo 1:

Outfit: JFS_GIFT TULIP OUTFIT $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: JFS Long Dress $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: JFS_GIFT DAISY OUTFIT $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: JFS_GIFT KORA OUTFIT $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Dress: JFS_GIFT OLGA $0L 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)

Gifts from Juli Fashion Style

 Hiya everyone! Tonight we head to Juli Fashion Studio store (JFS), where there is an entire wall of free group gifts and a half dozen lucky boards that are for group members only. This group is currently free to join, so you can obtain many new wardrobe items without damaging your SL budget :) I noticed that some of the group gifts are specifically for the Maitreya body, with others including a few more body sizes, so be sure to peek at the logos on each sign before you claim them if you are not a Maitreya wearer. I was really impressed with the sheer quantity of the gifts available for the group, indicative of a very generous designer. All of tonight's looks are from those group gifts rather than lucky boards or midnight mania, but stay tuned for future posts if you like what you see.

My first look of the night is the JFS_Cocktail Dress GIFT, a very sweet retro styled dress with lace overlay on the bodice and a full skirt. It comes in sizes for Freya, Isis, Venus, Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique bodies, with heels to fit Belleza, Legacy, Maitreya, and Slink high feet. Both the dress and heels can be tinted with the included HUD that has a color wheel so you can pick any color imaginable. There are also optional lights as part of the gift for body and legs, which can be handy to bring out the materials enabled feature of many of these gifts.

The JFS_GIFT MILO OUTFIT is a splashy, multicolored dress and heels that each fit the Maitreya mesh body. The floral pattern is bursting with blossoms in so many pretty hues, with bright yellow belt to match the heels/base of our strappy sandals. I really like this for spring and summer, as it feels like a celebration of nature to me.

I did mention materials enabled mesh in reference to the body and leg lights that most of these gifts include, and this JFS_GIFT BET OUTFIT + HUD is a good example of why :) You can see some yellowish shine on the green and deep pink reflecting on the blue that I chose on the right, very pretty! Our dress, panties, and boots are each provided in Hourglass and Maitreya sizes, along with lights that I am not wearing because of my windlight settings. Even without the body lights, my ambient lighting is working well for this fabric.

JFS_GIFT SASSY is another flirty outfit created for the Maitreya body. It includes the cropped top, mini skirt, and open toed boots, with a color HUD that you can click anywhere in the color wheel to choose whatever color strikes your fancy. The denim of the skirt is not affected, just the top and boots. The lace trim on both really ties the look together, doesn't it?

For my final look of the evening, I chose the group gift called JFS_GIFT JANY OUTFIT. The strapless dress has built in panties, and comes in Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, and Physique sizes. The thigh high boots are provided in the same set of sizes, and are looking fantastic in that dusky denim fabric to perfectly match our gently ruffled dress. The zipper down the front of the dress is a fun detail, possibly conjuring thoughts of slowly unzipping it.

It was a long but reassuring day, as the loved one's family member I mentioned recently is home from the hospital and recovering from surgery. The situation around it got complicated, but medical emergencies rarely wait for us to be home in good weather with no plans ;) I will be going to my parents' for dinner tomorrow as I usually do, and *fingers crossed* enjoying the farmers market again on Saturday. Making plans lately is intimidating when things keep cropping up, hehe, but I am still mostly an optimist. I hope you're all having a beautiful day/evening, many magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

All Group Gifts from Juli Fashion Style:

Photo 1:

Dress: JFS_Cocktail Dress GIFT $0L Group Gift

Photo 2:

Dress: JFS_GIFT MILO OUTFIT $0L Group Gift

Photo 3:

Outfit: JFS_GIFT BET OUTFIT + HUD $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:

Outfit: JFS_GIFT SASSY $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:

Outfit: JFS_GIFT JANY OUTFIT $0L 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)