Good morning! My outfit is bright, like my mood today. I knew I wanted these Arpora Fisherman’s Pants from Zaara as soon as I saw the print. These pants are available at The Arcade, which is next to impossible to get into, but you can still go to a yard sale! Sure, you won’t get any rares without paying a higher price, but all the commons that your heart desires, THEY’RE ALL THERE. These pants are common, but it’s actually my favorite from this set.
What are you dying to have, from this round of The Arcade? Me? I already have everything that I want. A couple of Tres Blah items, and these pants. LOL.
What I’m Wearing:
Pink Fuel
Monso – My Hair (Choa) Light Blonde
Teefy – Joan Bra Top
Zaara – Arpora Fisherman’s Pants (Acid Trip) @ The Arcade
Izie’s Nidhi Belly Piercing (Aquamarine)
The Annex – Flower Bag (Turq & Pink) @ Chapter Four
Hello from Frisland! Spring is in the air, and I wanted to wear pastel but I am moving away from that today with some contrasting Black and White.
What I’m Wearing:
Truth hair – Fynn
Teefy – Joan Bra Top, Joan Boyfriend’s Tank Top W/ Bra
Teefy – Eva High-Waisted Leggings
Ingenue – Laura Heels
ANE – Botanical Necklace
Ohhh baby, I’m on a shopping kick!! Sooooo……… I was wandering around one of the MagSL shopping district and came across a clothes shop called Tracolore. Tp’ed to their mainstore to check out the entire collection, it was small but awesome.
And I’m saving the best for last…. This awesome little checkered one piece dress! It’s got a very country girl feel, so I’m wearing my pink cowboy hat! <3
Even though many brands in Second Life create amazing products, the way they treat customers can leave a sour taste in your mouth. When that happens, it makes you think twice about spending money with them again.
I’ve encountered more than a few brands I’ve supported that ignore simple customer service issues, like refunding a double purchase or answering a basic question. I’m sure most of us have experienced being completely ignored by a store owner or customer service rep. Some people know how to create great things in Second Life, but they never learn how to build loyalty.
On the other hand, the brands that go out of their way to be kind and helpful earn my support for years.
One example is Everfaery. Every time I’ve had a question or needed help, they’ve responded in a way that was even nicer than expected. Honestly, the fact that they respond at all already puts them ahead of many brands. Recently, I asked a question on Flickr and got a quick reply. That reminded me they also give L$50 monthly store credit to group members. On top of that, creator Fever Fae is incredibly talented, making clothing, hair, shoes, décor, and more. She has range, and she’s had staying power in SL for years.
Another brand that consistently treats customers well is Izzie’s. I’ve said it before, but it’s true. A few days ago, I saw their Nail Beds set and thought, “I didn’t even know I needed that.” Now I can’t imagine not having it. It adds another layer of realism, and I appreciate creators who think of those details. Plus, Izzie Button has always come across as genuinely kind.
Then there’s Truth. Creator Truth Hawks regularly gives gifts to the VIP group and runs solid sales throughout the year. I’ve also been a Truth hair blogger for years, and their relationship with bloggers has always seemed professional and respectful. That kind of relationship-building is one reason some brands last so long in Second Life.
My list of brands doing it right is actually pretty long. There are many wonderful creators in SL. But when a brand ghosts me after I’ve supported them, I remember it. I’m too classy to name names, but you know the type. We’ve all encountered them.
There’s one brand where I used to buy every fatpack. Now? Maybe I’ll grab a single item during a weekend sale and spend the equivalent of a real-life quarter. Why reward bad customer service with full-price loyalty?
At the end of the day, customer service matters. Talent may get people through the door, but kindness and reliability keep them coming back.
If there are any brands you love that treat customers right, let me know in the comments!
/Edit/ Ok, I’ve added two more answer choices to the poll. You can now choose ‘All of the above’ or ‘Some of the above’ as your answer if it applies more than the other choices.
Thanks to Peter Stindberg for the idea for today’s poll. Sometimes I get really great ideas off my friends’ plurks discussions. My timeline amuses & inspire me. <3
/end Edit/
Lots of people ask me why I don’t blog (insert random brand) and usually I have really good reasons (see answers 1-4 in the poll below) why I don’t feature them at all, or rarely. I do have the occasional brands that fall under the “I don’t blog them at all cos they’ve pissed me off” but that option is not available for the poll below.
Dear fellow bloggers, why don’t you blog a particular brand?
P.S. If you think the “fashion blogging clique” exists, you’re probably right. On some levels, people tend to blog their friends, or designers they’re aware of. That’s just called good marketing (see answer 3).
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* This poll is brought to you by the Fashion Blogging Clique
Brrrrrrrrr! It’s still cold outside, so I’m dressing my avatar up in something cute and cosy from Sweetest Goodbye. This new RPG2 jacket is available in Check, Patch, Hound Tooth, and Plain texture. The jacket is sculpted, modifiable, and also includes a resize script.
This RPG2 jacket will probably work with a variety of looks, but I chose something more casual. I think it looks great with a pair of 1929 Cigarette Denim and Provence Riding Boots from Mon Tissu.
A couple of really sharp readers have asked me what skin I’m wearing in my recent posts, but I’m not even sure I can tell you guys yet? Oh well, I hope Minnu doesn’t kill me…! This is a work-in-progress unnamed skin from LeLutka. It’s gorgeous, isn’t it? I think this skin will be an instant favorite once it’s released.
Although you can’t get the skin yet, you can still get this adorable new Keiko hairstyle at LeLutka! I looove it!
I gave up trying to get in this week. I’m going to wait till next weekend when the crowd has hopefully lifted. 😀 The pants are very fun and fab for the summer.
I gave up trying to get in this week. I’m going to wait till next weekend when the crowd has hopefully lifted. 😀 The pants are very fun and fab for the summer.
I love your blog