comatosed

  • | | | |

    Pinky

    Pinky

    January is all about cozy vibes and bodysuits. I tried on numerous bodysuits before settling on this adorable Ramona bodysuit and matching cardi from Littlefox. Everyone seems to be embracing bodysuits this month, but the reason I chose this one over the others is because I like the cleavage, textures, and colors it offers.

    I love Rosé’s twin buns hairstyle from the APT music video. So when I saw that S-Club released the Pinky hairstyle, clearly inspired by Rosé, I immediately bought it. Although S-Club’s prices are on the higher side, at L$999 for fatpacks, I know I will wear this hairstyle frequently. If you do not opt for a fatpack at S-Club, unfortunately, you won’t get access to all of the hairstyle options or accessories.

    This week I realized that I have matured because I no longer feel rage about anything in Second Life. X (Twitter forever) is all about AI. Meanwhile, on Bluesky, Second Life residents are making lists and expressing their concerns about AI usage. There are many issues to be upset about in life, but AI is not one of them for me. You may choose to be upset if you wish, but many brands in Second Life are employing AI to edit their photos and videos. They are also utilizing AI to generate textures and sell “art” at events. While I do not necessarily endorse these practices, I recognize that I cannot control other SL residents, nor can anyone halt progress. AI is innovative and here to stay. It can be integrated into our workflow without eliciting accusations of thievery. If you choose to boycott certain brands, I suggest doing so quietly. I myself boycott several brands for various reasons, but I do not feel the need to publicize my decisions.

    Although I consider AI a fun tool to experiment with, and I have used it in the past to edit a photo or two, most of my images come directly from Second Life. It is quite evident that many skin designers are now using AI to enhance their skin advertisements. Proceed with caution, and be sure to demo everything before making a purchase.

    What are your thoughts on brands that utilize AI to enhance their product photos or sell AI-generated textures? Let me know in the comments!

    Read More “Pinky”
  • | | | |

    Cherry Blossom

    Cherry Blossom

    Feeling cold in real life, I went to Cherry Blossom Cove to enjoy some springtime landscaping. It’s so very pink here, so if you’re into that, come check out this place!

    Belle Epoque is giving away a L$500 store credit to celebrate the new year. I love how generous this brand is. They are always offering store credit or organizing fun hunts for group members. I believe this is a brilliant marketing strategy, as it encourages customers to wear the clothing and feature them on blogs. Because of these giveaways and constant sales, I have worn and blogged so much Belle Epoque over the past year. I also genuinely like most of the things they create. Hurry, the store credit ends on January 6.

    Isn’t my Coquette Bunny adorable? I saw someone on X/Twitter holding it, so I went to purchase it at a store called Mowdols! This bunny was quite hard to find since it’s a hair store, but I eventually located it near the entrance. I forgot that I bought this three weeks ago until I recently cleaned my inventory and stumbled upon it again. As of today, I have deleted 6,000 items and now have 71,000 items. Progress.

    Read More “Cherry Blossom”
  • | | | |

    Weekend Vibes

    Weekend Vibes

    Step into a charming little world within Second Life, where every accessory whispers a story of cuteness. The Anthology event is back, offering a collection of delightful items for you to discover. I’m holding the enchanting Explorer Cat Backpack by Aardvark, featuring an animated kitten that brings the backpack to life. Customize it with the included HUD that lets you pick different cats and accessories, and color the backpack to your liking.

    Also awaiting you is the Ducklin’ Toseds cup from Comatosed, inspired by a popular real-world brand, complete with little fish that swim around inside. You can change the cup’s color and the type of fish swimming in it, all thanks to a customizable HUD.

    Discover NeutralTones, a brand new to me, with their Special Friend Tshirt. It looks deceptively simple, but the detail is spot-on, from the realistic folds to the HUD that allows you to choose between two cute friends and a variety of shirt colors.

    Weekend Vibes
    Read More “Weekend Vibes”