Leezu has just released the Noell Sculpted Dress and it's fantastic. A friend showed me Leezu's tutorial website, where she shows you how to make the Noelle top texture. I tried to follow it, but got lost after a couple of steps (my own fault since I can barely navigate PS). But I'm glad I didn't have to make this dress myself, it's so gorgeous and includes a big poofy sculpted skirt and matching flower hat.
Shown here is the Leezu Noell Sculpted Dress in Champagne and Violet. This dress can be worn as a wedding dress or an evening dress. The hat is a great touch, I really wish more designers did this, or some type of matching hair accessory.
Here's an older release, the Leezu Ginko Flexi Dress in Orchid. Leezu's designs are fun & original, and I totally have a soft spot for big poofy gowns. This dress comes with a hair flower & 3 different types of skirts.
And since it’s almost Christmas, I’ve made a fun little couples pose! This is free if you join my subscribeomatic and check in history, or pay $1L at the shop.
I stumbled across the Blackout August initiative created by Second Life resident Imogen Aurelia, and I’m honestly really into the idea.
BLACKOUT AUGUST A pause. A reset. A quiet rebellion against the noise.
We’re stepping back from constant shopping — not to punish creators, but to challenge a system that’s chewing up time, talent, and energy for less and less return.
Creators are burned out. Shoppers are overwhelmed. 💸 L$ are worth less. 🌀 The loop is unsustainable.
So we’re unplugging — for a month — to breathe, explore, connect, and remember what Second Life used to feel like before it became just another sales feed.
This isn’t a protest. It’s perspective. Not a ban — but a boundary. Not harm — but healing.
✨ Support sims. Tip artists. Host meetups. Style your inventory. Explore again. Let SL be about experience, not exhaustion.
Imogen Aurelia
Even though I love shopping in SL, I’m totally on board with taking a pause. A reset for 30 days to stop the constant cycle of buying, and just enjoy what I already have. Maybe even do something different in Second Life. What’s that something else? Hanging out with friends, exploring sims, playing a game. Just being present.
This isn’t about boycotting anyone. I love SL creators. I’ve been shopping and blogging for over 18 years. But even from the consumer side, I can feel the burnout. Creators are producing too much, too fast, and shoppers can’t keep up. I miss when a new release felt special for months, when we showed it off to friends and designers actually had time to enjoy the success of their work instead of rushing into the next release or discounting at a weekend sale.
If going 30 days without shopping feels impossible, you can still take part in a way that works for you. Maybe that means buying only the things you really love instead of grabbing everything just because it’s new or on sale. Personally, I’ve been buying less without even meaning to. My inventory is out of control — I’m at 93K now and trying hard not to hit 100K. I need this break just to organize and reset. That alone is a project.
Can you still enjoy SL without buying anything? Yes. Absolutely. Brands are always giving away gifts and store credit. Most of us have inventory full of unopened things. You can wear what you already have in a new color or styled differently. You can still support creators you love this month by wearing items that you already own.
Some people might say this kind of pause hurts the economy or puts creators at risk, but that’s a much bigger conversation. Most of us are just players. We’re not here to keep the grid economy afloat. I’ve spent years spending money in SL, and I’ll continue to support the creators I love, but I don’t believe it’s my responsibility to make sure everyone is earning. SL is a hobby for most of us. We engage with it how and when we want to.
So I’m trying out Blackout August. I might go the full 30 days, or maybe just a week here and there. But I’m doing it. You can too. Try it in a way that feels right for you. Let Second Life be fun again, not just a sales feed. Let’s breathe a little.
Good morning Second Life! Before you look at the t-shirt I’m wearing in this post, I just want you know that there is NO DRAMA. Not today anyways 🙂
This is not directed at anybody in particular, but if you think it applies to you, then you should stop stabbing people in the back, BITCH! LOL, I’m just kidding! Really! (ok maybe it does apply to a few of you, and I hope you have your LIPGLOSS ready cos nobody likes chapped lips kissing their ass)
My friend Milli asked Evie to make a special lil t-shirt for her, and she sent me a copy of it. I didn’t even know that Evie (Evangeline Miles) made t-shirts! I thought she only made gorgeous fantasy gowns?
Milli IM’d me and asked me if I had tried on the t-shirt, of course I hadn’t because my inventory is a black hole, and I only try on stuff when people yell at me to try it on.. LOL SO, I DID!! AND I LOVE IT!!! THANK YOU Evie & Milli!
While you’re stabbing my back…
You can kiss my ass, too.
If you want a copy of this shirt, you might have to ask Evangeline Miles really really nicely if she’ll send you one.
Hello everyone! I’m on an SL road trip! I am at the Zilch/Draqoon sim, which I stumbled upon by randomly searching for gardens. I especially love this abandoned retro gas station, and there are lots of palm trees here!! <3
My friend sent me this shirt, so I’m wearing it. I was wearing something else but since it is a gift, I thought it would be nice to wear it once, before it disappears into my inventory. Next time, I WANT A diamond ring?car?puppy?
Have you guys noticed that I changed my blog layout, again? I am using the new X theme from Theme Co, it’s awesome! This theme is very customizable and comes with tons of pre-made styles (I’m using one).
What I’m Wearing:
Truth Hair – Bryn
New Leaf – Heart Mesh Tee Shirt (M)
Fishy Strawberry – Yoga Pants (XS) Light Grey
SLink – Ilse Heels (White)
Are you ready????? Autumn weather IS here!! It's been raining like crazy where I live, and even flooding in some parts. I wish I had one of these Kookie Ono sweaters IRL, it's perfect and cozy. The Ono sweater also includes the hair (it's attached to the hoodie).
I'm pairing the Kookie Ono sweater with a pair of Djinn & Tonic Tweedheart pants in Navy. These two pieces were made for each other, they go SO well together. The Navy color even matches <3
The Djinn & Tonic Tweedheart pants comes in 6 yummy Autumn shades:
WigWamBam has just released some new outfits and they are pretty!! I'm wearing the Tartan Navy/Kelly Pant, Pin Up Sweater Dress, St. Tropez Swim Suit, and Ipanema Swim Suit. I'm a bathing suit girl, and the hibiscus print on these are adorable!! Even though I hardly ever wear pants, I love the Tartan Kelly pants because they come in both capri and long versions, and they have the cutest pocket zipper.
All hairs worn in this entry is from Amacci hair, which I haven't seen worn too much. They're super cute and I found this Amacci Cap Hair in Wine Blonde in the depths of my inventory, I really love the soft flexi-curls!! The cap is texture-changeable to 9 different color/stripe pattern.
What I'm Wearing:
WigWamBam – Tartan Navy/Kelly Pant WigWamBam – Pin Up Sweater Dress WigWamBam – Ipanema SwimSuit WigWamBam – St. Tropez Swim Suit Amacci – Cap hair, Sara, and Moira hair Gala Phoenix – Classic-Pure Skin Armidi [Intimizzio] – Low-cut Casual Cami (white) Dark Mouse – Flowers are Blooming Set (Necklace + Earrings) Juicy – Classic Pumps (various colors)
The first picture of you in this post is absolutely breath taking .. they are all lovely but that one … stunning!!! Your face is gorgeous.