These beautiful head branches from Naminoke are amazing! The birds not only are animated on the branches, but they sing, too. You can turn their sounds on and off with a single click as well. This is yet another awesome product you can find at We <3 Roleplay beginning tomorrow.
And yet, still more products from this round I want to show off! Also, thank you to Torley for this photo’s background! If you visit his Flickr, he has lots of textures available for use. Check it out here and download some stuff!
For those who are curious, here’s a low-res gif of the Naminoke birds moving around on their branches:
When I was taking this picture, I teleported my boyfriend in and he walked past me until I spoke. Then he turned around in surprise and said, “Holy shit, I thought you were a painting!” Maybe I should do that as a prank. 😀
What I’m Wearing
Logo Alex Head
[ a.e.meth ] – Gemini Skin (Fair)
Naminoke – Fairy branch (Red) *
TKW (tukinyantoto) – Carole hair
The Sugar Garden – Luminate – Deep Blue Eyes
Axix – Wukong Mask [Old Silver]
PEQE – Royal Neck (Black)
Second Life is hosting a Community Roundtable on May 20th, allowing residents to engage directly with top executives like Executive Chairman Oberwolf Linden and Senior VP Grumpity Linden. Submit your questions in advance via the anonymous form.
This month’s Collabor88 theme is Painted Desert, and I couldn’t be happier about this!! I’m boycotting Winter, and staying in the desert for the rest of the year. The warm desert colors is a nice change from rl’s dark days & dreadful weather.
My outfit today is lots of Gold & Red, to complement the gorgeous Marrakesh Oasis build from Barnesworth. If I live in the desert, I would probably trade in my preference for pastel colors, and go for more rich colors like Red, Gold, Purples, etc.
What I’m Wearing:
Pink Fuel – Kumi (Peach) Pure (bwnbrow/crease)
Clawtooth – I Digress (Girl Next Door)
Leverocci – Soft Satin Blouse (S) Tangerine
Mon Tissu – Cotton Pants (XS) Khaki
SLink – Mesh Hands
SLink – Indra Heels
LaGyo – Santa Fe Necklace (Gold)
LaGyo – Sante Fe Ring (Gold)
&
Barnesworth – Marrakesh Oasis
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!
“Without music, life would be a mistake.”
-Friedrich Nietzsche
I love music and I wanted to have some music notes & favorite song lyrics turned into body tattoos. The ✿ cheLLe ✿ Songstress body tattoo set includes 3 fades (light, medium, dark) so it will look great over a range of skin tones. I am wearing the darkest color in the image above.
You can purchase these tattoos individually, or as a fatpack and receive a slight discount!
Sunday has rolled around again, which means it’s time for chores like laundry. In Second Life, I don’t often choose lingerie, but when I do, I prefer Bakes on Mesh for easy layering. They’re great for layering under other clothes to keep my look tasteful.
I’ve also made a point of wearing actual underwear lately, instead of just turning on the alpha on my pelvis.
Recently, I picked up a charming Nyla bra and panties set from Ison, and guess what? It’s a group gift, and joining the Ison group is free! When I first wore this set, I noticed the nipple area was quite prominent. But no worries — I just used the Bakes on Mesh add-ons from Maitreya and everything looked much smoother.
It’s pretty interesting in Second Life how some clothes really go into detail in certain areas, if you get what I mean! Thankfully, some thoughtful designers offer solutions to soften those details.
