From My Lips: January 4, 2009
Konnichiwa! Welcome to the first 2009 edition of “From My Lips.” New year, new fashions. Let’s get started!
I am one lucky girl. I have managed to grab a few of the Lucky New Year’s Bags from Japanese designers across the grid. I want to thank them all for sharing their custom and tradition with the SL community. I personally would have never know about this Japanese tradition had it not been for these gifts.
Funny though, in my family we have a similar tradition. On New Year’s Eve, we all exchange one gift. No one knows what it is but it is usually a gift they have expressed interest in receiving. Some years, we all have the same exact gift. Other years, we mix it up a bit. Interesting how traditions and customs can have similarities, eh?
But back to the fashion! The 2009 Lucky New Year’s Pack from Pure Style is full with tons of goodies. As advertised, you get approximately 3000L worth of clothing for 1000L. I picked package #3 and below are a few of the items contained inside. The backdrop for all pics is the lovely Straylight sim.
[A word of caution: Since this is a limited offer with different combinations, I would certainly caution curvier or larger AVs to think before buying. Examine each bag to see if items are modify or not (as best you can). I lucked out with my box and about 75% of the items fit and were mod enabled. However, three of my outfits were not and I will now have to contact the creator for assistance with fitting. So just be cautious-- 1,000L is a lot of cash to gamble on with clothing you are not sure will fit.]
Outwear
The Luster Jacket in Pink is my favorite in this New Year’s Pack. It is auto resize, which makes for a better fit. It only took me about 10 minutes to adjust the jacket for the best fit. Paired here with this great dress/legging combo from Convoitise, I am ready for anything that’s wild and fun!
Hair by JE Republic, Jacket by Pure Style, Dress & Leggings by Convoitise, Skin by Cupcakes, Manicure by Skin Within, Jewels by Prinny's Prims
Dresses
I must admit that I “adore” the “Dore” gown. The color I received was yuckily called Salvia (reminds me of saliva). Luckily the gown is gorgeous! The movement is so seductive and to top it off, it is completely backless! The dress comes with two fur collar options, as well as two short min-skirts (flexi).
Hair by JE Republic, Dress by Pure Style, Skin by Cupcakes, Jewels by Star Kindler
The more sassy and fiery, Opty dress, sports a funky geometric pattern. Seen here in Dark Cherry this dress fit me well right out the box with no alterations needed.
Hair by JE Republic, Dress by Pure Style, Skin by Cupcakes, Jewels by Cailyn's (Jewelry Expo 2008)
Tops
Gotta love a simple sweater. Pure Style’s knit shirt (red) comes with two collar and cuff options– one in white and the other in red. Great to pair with jeans! Be aware that the collar and cuffs are not mod. This can pose a problem for AVs with thicker necks or chubbier arms.
Hair by Shop Seu (Winter CSR), Knit Sweater by Pure Style, Knit Skirt by RunoRuno, Skin by Cupcakes
There are only 40 Lucky Bags throughout all four of the Pure Style locations, which means like 10 per store. There was a good stock over at the Lux location; but last time I went to main store, there were only two bags left. The bags themselves cost 1000L each but are values around 3000L. Hurry down and try your luck with some New Year’s Fashion!
Until next time,
Kiss Kiss
