Second Life Fashion

  • | | | |

    Danger: You Could Be Banned for Editing a Photo with AI

    Bygogo iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized, What I think
    9 Comments
    Amalie

    Recently, I came across a tweet about a photo taken at a Second Life event. The photographer had used AI to enhance the image, and the creator of the build featured in the photo was upset. That moment sparked a deeper question for me about how AI is affecting our community, both in Second Life and in the real world.

    As a journalist and the owner of one of Second Life’s longest-running feeds, I believe this is an issue worth exploring. AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s here, shaping our virtual and creative spaces right now. So, I did what any curious person might: I asked a question.

    I tweeted to Philip Rosedale, tagging him in a repost of the original tweet by the designer, and asked for his thoughts on designers banning paying customers from their stores simply for using AI to edit photos featuring their products.

    Let’s be clear. This was a paying customer, not a sponsored blogger who received the item for free in exchange for promotional content.

    I also asked the designer a few respectful follow-up questions to better understand the situation:

    • Was the anti-AI policy made clear before the purchase?
    • Was the person in question a store blogger or an event blogger?

    Rather than engage in dialogue, the response was swift and hostile. The store owner became aggressive, and what followed was an organized harassment campaign: blocking, banning, public call-outs, and social media attacks from the designer and her circle. All of this over a question and a public repost.

    Now, let’s talk about rights.

    As a store owner, you absolutely have the right to decide who shops at your store. But does that extend to controlling how your customers use the items they’ve purchased, especially when they’re not violating any of Linden Lab’s platform rules?

    Think about it: if you buy a designer dress in real life and enhance a photo of yourself in it using AI tools, can that designer dictate what tools you use? Should they?

    That’s the heart of the issue.

    We’re at a turning point. AI is a powerful tool, and it’s not going away. We need to find ways to integrate it thoughtfully and responsibly. Yes, AI raises valid concerns. Artists have every right to protect their work. But the real conflict is with the AI platforms and usage terms, not individual customers using generative tools for fun or creative expression.

    What happened to open discussion?

    Instead of resorting to harassment and public bans, we need honest conversations about how AI fits into our world. Shutting down discourse through bullying only creates more tension and alienates those who genuinely want to engage.

    Second Life has always prided itself on freedom and creativity. Its slogan says it best: Your world, your imagination. That imagination now includes AI for many users, especially those who’ve found new joy and creative flow through it. If that’s discouraged or punished, we risk losing more of the vibrant community that keeps SL alive.

    Let’s talk about it:

    • Should a customer be banned for using AI on a photo featuring a purchased item?
    • Should designers disclose AI-related policies before selling items?
    • What are reasonable boundaries for creators who don’t want their products used with AI?

    These are real, evolving questions, and the answers deserve more than a block button.

    I’ve included screenshots and a timeline below of the events that unfolded. At no point did I attack or harass anyone. I simply asked questions and engaged with the issue thoughtfully.

    I understand people want to support their friends, but inflating a single tweet into a campaign of harassment doesn’t help anyone. If anything, it shows just how badly we need open conversations around these new challenges.

    Because one thing is clear: if people aren’t allowed to express themselves or explore creatively, they won’t need to be banned. They’ll just log out and may not come back.

    Timeline of Events

    April 23, 2025

    Read More “Danger: You Could Be Banned for Editing a Photo with AI”
  • | | | |

    Shelf Life

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Uncategorized, What I think
    0 Comments
    Shelf Life

    Alaskametro creates the finest BoM tattoos on the grid, in case you were unaware. I hold this brand in high regard; the seams and texturing are simply flawless. I’m not just saying that. Few can achieve the level of detail like Alaskametro does, so I was thrilled to see the release of the Doll Parts BoM tattoo, which allows you to transform your existing Second Life body into a Ball Joint doll. This concept is reminiscent of an episode of Black Mirror, where a doll comes to life or where one’s consciousness is forever trapped inside a doll.

    I love the idea of evolving my avatar, which I already consider my digital doll, into an actual doll. The Doll Parts pack comes with BoM tattoos along with extra highlight layers. Despite being made with textures, it’s exceptionally well done and looks fantastic. I appreciate that I can layer this over my current skin, ensuring a seamless blend.

    Have you ever dreamed of becoming a virtual doll? If so, you can get this enchanting set at Anthology.

    Shelf Life
    Read More “Shelf Life”
  • | | |

    Thoughts on 2k BoM Skins

    Bygogo iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized
    5 Comments
    2k BoM Skin

    I ran a poll on X (Twitter), and I can’t believe nearly half of the responses don’t like 2k Bakes on Mesh (BoM) textures! What’s not to like? Everything is more detailed and offers higher resolution. I’m obsessed with 2k BoM for skins, but I’m sure it’ll make decor, clothing, and everything else better too.

    I tried on a handful of new 2k skins from various brands, and I think that not all of them are executing the 2k well. Some brands, which were already somewhat average before, had skins that were blurry; and now, in 2k, they are merely high-resolution blurry. You can see the flaws much more clearly, such as uneven skin tones and sloppy shading.

    While I love Glam Affair skins, they’re not perfect, but they’re still one of the best skin brands on the grid. For instance, the Siu skin that I”m wearing has uneven nostrils. I could correct this with Izzie’s Nostril Changer, but I find that wearing fewer tattoo layers is a better for 2k skins. You lose detail on the skin when adding numerous tattoos, particularly on skins that are rich in texture. I can’t fix everything without compromising some skin quality, so I am trying to dial it back.

    I wish more brands would release skins without baked on lashes and include a “closed eyes” version of the skin or, at the very least, a tattoo layer. One of my favorite features that Glam used to provide was a closed eyes tattoo, but they no longer offer that.

    I’m so excited for new 2k body skins!

    Soft
    Read More “Thoughts on 2k BoM Skins”
  • | | | |

    Maitreya LaraX Push-Up

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized
    0 Comments
    Maitreya LaraX Push-Up

    I haven’t received an update from the Maitreya V.I.P. group in-world for quite some time, so when I saw a notice come through, I read it immediately. It appears that the new push-up breasts is attached to the Vixen dress, an old release. I didn’t even own this dress, but if you did, you could send yourself an update. I purchased this dress solely to try on the push-up breasts, even though I think the dress is somewhat outdated and the texture doesn’t look great. Nonetheless, I am excited that Maitreya Lara wearers are finally receiving push-up options, even though I may not wear this add-on all the time. I am surprised this hasn’t been released as an add-on right away, especially considering the popularity of the Juicy Boobs push-up version for Reborn.

    We have updated some clothes at Maitreya again and there is one very special update, because it also contains a NEW add-on: the Push-up!!

    At this point the Push-up is only available as part of the Vixen dress (push-up version). If people like the push-up (for LaraX, PetiteX and Lara), we’re thinking about releasing it as an add-on for the mesh bodies. We’d also share it in our creator kits, so designers in SL can create apparel for it. -Maitreya notice

    When I tried on this dress, I noticed there was a line along my shoulders where the push-up body part meets my LaraX body. I opened Onyx LeShelle’s profile, the creator of Maitreya, and her profile said, “For questions about Maitreya, you can leave me a message.” I like that I can message the person to whom I paid for support directly. It’s nice to be able to connect with the creator to receive real help. She responded to my question promptly and told me how to fix the issue. It’s simple; just re-select the materials on your body if you see a line.

    For all the fans of the Maitreya body, we certainly have something to look forward to in the future!

    Maitreya LaraX Push-Up
    Read More “Maitreya LaraX Push-Up”
  • | | | |

    Home Sweet Home

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized
    2 Comments
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/gogolita/54320465854/in/dateposted/
    @ my Linden Home

    Starting today, all Linden Homes will receive increased land impact! I am genuinely excited that this year, I can rez a Christmas tree without having to delete something from my house first. An increase to 117 land impact feels luxurious when you’ve been managing with just 351. I have a fully furnished home and a lush garden.

    Land Impact Increase by Parcel Size — Linden Homes ONLY:

    • 512sqm: from 175 to 234 (59 increase)
    • 1024sqm: from 351 to 468 (117 increase)
    • 2048sqm: from 703 to 937 (234 increase)

    Plus level subscribers can now also claim a 512 Linden Home. Welcome to Bellisseria! I am not surprised that they assigned the least desirable Linden Home size to the lowest subscription level. When considering the numbers, Plus is only $2.75 cheaper than Premium and offers significantly fewer benefits.

    There are other announcements as part of Membership Mania, such as more groups and stored IMs. If this is week 2, I can’t wait to see what weeks 3 and 4 will bring! Since I’m a Premium Plus Lifetime member, they’re not losing my subscription, but there’s still lots of things that Linden Lab can sell to me. Maybe more subscriptions? More land? More region things? What are they going to come up with to make it exciting? I personally would like to see Bellisseria commercial parcels, double-prim premium land with covenant, and so much more.

    Home Sweet Home
    Read More “Home Sweet Home”
  • | | | | |

    2k Glam Affair Skins

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Skins, Uncategorized
    4 Comments
    2k Glam Affair Skin
    Glam Affair Siu Skin (as-is)

    Glam Affair has announced the new Ethereal Essence collection, a collaboration of face skins and body skins with Not Found. This release includes new 2k face skins and body skins. First impressions: the Glam Affair skins are breathtaking. The Not Found body skins are only available for Legacy and Reborn, so Maitreya LaraX wearers like myself will have to wait a while longer to try these.

    In my previous post about 2k BoM skins, I truly noticed a difference between 1k and 2k when comparing the same skin. Even the tattoo cosmetics that are 1k benefited from baking with a 2k skin. However, that skin was not designed for 2k, but these skins are, resulting in a noticeable difference in quality.

    Of the four new face skins released by Glam Affair, I liked the Siu face best. It’s very pretty, showcasing just enough realistic pores and shine. I am not wearing the brows with this skin, but here it is as-is, without any additional tattoo layers on top. Those who appreciate high-definition and close-up details will undoubtedly love 2k skins! Yes, you can see the pores more, but to me, there’s a balance where it can be done well if the brand doesn’t increase sharpness too much. I am excited about the future of Second Life skins!

    It’s interesting to note that Glam Affair has removed Velour tones from their skin line up. Now the skins will come with 20 new Glam Affair tones, so you’ll have to demo all of them to find your new perfect shade. I settled on tone 005, and I found that it’s a good match with some Velour body skins and some The Skinnery body skins.

    Will these popular bodies update their tones to support Glam’s new tones? I hope so!

    2k Glam Affair Skin

    Previously, I also mentioned that I thought skin brands should provide free updates to 2k, but I no longer feel that way. I think that 2k skins are so high definition that the previous methods of shading and texturing may no longer be the best way to showcase it. It is time to look ahead and move forward. I know I will only purchase 2k skins from now on. Does this render my entire skin collection obsolete? Probably! While the difference may not be drastic, it is certainly noticeable, and as you all know, I appreciate details.

    What do you think about the new 2k Glam skins? Are you excited about the next chapter of Second Life? We will begin to see higher quality decor and clothing as well.

    2k Glam Affair Skin
    Glam Affair Siu Skin w/ a few of Izzie’s tattoo face fixes added
    Read More “2k Glam Affair Skins”
  • | | | |

    2k BoM Textures

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized
    4 Comments
    2k BoM Textures

    2k Bakes on Mesh (BoM) textures are now live in Second Life (read official blog post). But what does this mean? We have been able to upload and use 2048×2048 textures for more than six months now, and I have even seen some skin brands advertise their skins as having 2k textures. However, it seems we couldn’t truly appreciate it until today, according to Second Life’s blog post.

    I need to compare the same skin in 1024 versus 2048, so I messaged Aida from Glam Affair. She kindly provided me with a 2048 version of the skin I often wear, Liv. I snapped these comparison photos in the latest official Second Life viewer, so you can see the difference without graphic settings from third party viewers affecting the resolution. At first, it might seem as though there are more pores, but I believe it is not solely about the pores. The highlights, lips, and overall skin texture now look as good as HD (lipstick) layers.

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/gogolita/54311752299/in/photostream/

    What is 2K BOM?

    If you missed the beta launch announcement, here’s the scoop: 2K BOM allows compatible textures to bake at up to 2048×2048 resolution, bringing sharper details, crisper clothing, and a whole new level of avatar customization. But don’t worry—this won’t send your GPU into a meltdown! BOM will always bake at the highest resolution available among your layers, meaning:

    🔹 If all your layers are 512×512, your bake will stay at 512×512.
    🔹 If you mix 512×512 and 1024×1024 layers, the bake will be 1024×1024.
    🔹 If at least one layer is 2048×2048, your bake will be 2K!

    And for those wondering—no, 2K BOM does not apply to your eyes. They’ll remain safely capped at 512×512 to keep things running smoothly.

    What Does This Mean for You?

    This upgrade means sharper, more detailed avatar textures—whether you’re rocking an intricate tattoo, finely embroidered fabric, or a hyper-detailed skin. Creators and fashionistas, rejoice! Your designs will now have even more depth and clarity.

    (from official blog post)

    As I understand it, if you are wearing at least one layer that is 2048×2048, then the rest of your tattoo layers will bake at 2k for that stack. For instance, your head, upper body, lower body, ears, and so on are each considered a stack. As long as one of the layers you are wearing in that stack is 2048, then they will all render at 2k.

    Regarding head skins, I think that from today onwards, brands will begin releasing 2k textures to take advantage of more detailed textures. Since many skins are no mod, it is challenging to inspect the texture to verify the size. I submitted a feature request to display texture size in the Item Properties window because I want to know if a texture is 2k. I confirmed that my body skin is already 2k, as it is modifiable. I don’t think skin brands will update past skins, but they should certainly do this for bestsellers or the latest releases. Body skins should definitely provide free updates if they are not already 2k.

    Are you excited about 2k textures? Let me know in the comments!

    2k BoM Textures
    Read More “2k BoM Textures”
  • | | | | |

    Tiki

    Bygogo Events, Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized
    1 Comment
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/gogolita/54308270720/in/dateposted/

    Yesterday, I was having a rather difficult day, and then suddenly Patch Linden announced the release of Thousand Island Tiki Linden homes! This announcement brightened my entire day and possibly my week. Without seeing them first, I upgraded an account to Premium Plus and rolled for a Tiki house.

    As a recovering Games of Home (GoH) addict, I quickly found myself drawn into rolling a theme that I know I won’t keep long-term. I immediately burned through the rolls—only five rolls for Premium Plus members? Could we have unlimited rolls? The next day, Second Life released even more Tiki homes. Although I don’t want them that much, my addiction took over, and I created another alt, spending an additional $30 just to burn another five rolls in a few minutes. As I mentioned, being a recovering GoH addict, two alts is my limit for this theme, and I will likely stay where I am for at least the next 30 days. I know these coastlines will eventually be blocked as more regions are launched to meet the demand.

    Tiki

    Do I like Tiki Linden homes? I think I would appreciate them more if they were available in lighter colors—I am simply not a fan of brown. Additionally, I am not particularly fond of Tiki aesthetics or circular rooms. While I do like the house model in the photo, I don’t think this theme is meant for me. My favorite Linden home themes remain Traditional and Victorian.

    I am grateful for the excitement that GoH provides; it’s fun to explore a new theme. However, I am already looking forward to the Alpine theme, and I hope it’s a winter wonderland. Please please please!

    What are your thoughts on the new Tiki Linden homes?

    Tiki
    Read More “Tiki”
  • | | | |

    Florals

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized
    2 Comments
    Florals

    I’ve been enjoying creating my own simple backgrounds for blog photos. I am particularly obsessed with the new Mae wall panels from Apple Fall. However, if Apple Fall is reading this, I wish they would consider revisiting the Bramble Panel and create a HUD for it. To make the background even cuter, I added some Wildflower Garlands from Dust Bunny.

    Florals

    Anthology has just opened for another round! I am thrilled about this Bruna purse from Alma. It is modifiable, which allows me to tint the bag in any colors I desire! Additionally, it comes with a nice selection of colors through the HUD. I was particularly excited to tint the gold hardware a little darker to match the gold hearts on my top. This top is the Mia top from Aurica, also available at the event. I truly appreciate items that are modifiable, as it enables me to create a cohesive look. I do not understand the rationale behind “no mod,” but I assume it is because brands believe they can sell more colors or want to maintain control over their aesthetics. Personally, I prefer softer colors, so I value the ability to tint items slightly. Furthermore, it has become quite challenging to match colors now that PBR lighting is the standard. Being able to adjust this little bit of gold on the purse made it work perfectly for me.

    DID YOU KNOW? On Flickr, you can tag people or add tags to anyone’s photos. If I have featured your brand, please feel free to tag yourself in my photos! I do not mind at all. Sometimes, I struggle to locate a brand on Flickr.

    Read More “Florals”
  • | | | | |

    Coraline

    Bygogo Fashion, iheartslFeed, JuicyBomb, Second Life, Uncategorized, What I think
    0 Comments
    Coraline

    I loooove skins in Second Life. I get a new skin and make it perfect with tattoos. Rinse and repeat. This is how I enjoy playing Second Life. Recently, I tried on the new Coraline skin from Glam Affair, and to my surprise, it’s nearly perfect. Did I still add a bunch of tattoo fixes? Absolutely.

    A blog reader asked me to share some skin details that I recommend, so I’ll do my best to explain my process here. I wear different tattoos for different skins, but generally, I either enhance or de-emphasize certain features. Most of my face tattoos are from Izzie’s, as I own nearly everything from the brand. This allows me to fix anything on a skin to make it suit my preferences. As for body tattoos, it depends on the body I’m wearing. Sometimes I don’t change anything; other times, I add details or remove shading, among other adjustments. You can absolutely mix and match skin details from different brands, as long as you can tint the colors to match.

    What skin tattoos do I always wear?

    FACE

    • Brows – Find any brow tattoo that you like and wear it if the default brows on the skin do not suit your preference. I typically wear white brows and tint it a very light blonde or brown. Then, I enable the HD brows on the LeLutka head and reduce the opacity.
    • Nostril Lighteninger/Highlight – I always lighten my nostrils.
    • Lip concealer – Sometimes the skin doesn’t need it, but most of the time, I feel that it does. I wear a combination of Izzie’s and Cazimi’s Lip Concealer (it’s free) if I want to lighten the area all around.
    • Blush/Contour Remover – I wear this 90% of the time, though not today. When I do wear it, I apply a layer of blush on top.
    • Face Highlights – I sometimes add to or remove highlights, depending on the skin. Izzie’s offers a great Highlight Corrector if you want to reduce shine. Recently, I’ve noticed many skins appearing somewhat flat, so I tend to enhance them. I enjoy adding a touch of highlight to the corners of the eyes, the philtrum, the nose, the forehead, and other areas.
    • Nose Shading Fix – If one side of your nose is heavily shaded, you need this to balance it out. I wear this 90% of the time, but lately, I’ve noticed that skin designers have begun to do this less frequently.
    • Nostril Changer – I use this 90% of the time because many skins have heavily shaded nostrils, which I find unappealing.
    • Ear Fix – Sometimes ears are ugly. Izzie’s has a great ear fix that sits on top of your skin’s ears.
    • Pale lipstick tattoo – I think it makes the HD lipstick look better.
    • Closed Eyes – You need this if you like taking closed eyes photos.

    BODY

    • Neckfix – For a seamless transition between the head skin and body skin. Your body skin will have this layer available, usually for free. If not, you can get a neckfix layer from any brand and tint it to match.
    • Add Creases for hands and feet if you want more details.
    • Butt Crease Changer/Concealer
    • Inner Thigh Shadow Fix

    Today I’m wearing the new Drift hairstyle from Truth. I love a realistic built-in hairline! This looks great in PBR, there’s no opacity issue, and it’s very natural.

    Coraline
    Read More “Coraline”