#42 New Year, New You?

 

Hi Lovelies ⛄

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year.  Here we are, finally into 2026!  January is definitely a month to hibernate for me.  Wayyyyy too cold outside (currently -5 as I write this).  I plan to visit a few snowy, winter regions this month as I ease my way slowly into this New Year ahead (and before the creating commitments become hectic once more as Valentine's comes around next month).

Cheeky Monkey Hunts are starting the year with a jam packed line up of amazing Prizes and Exclusives in their 'Baby It's Cold Outside 5' Grid Wide Hunt throughout January.  Today I want to focus on a very talented Dinkie Creator, Llola Lane, who I affectionally call Dinkie Monkey, such is her passion to create and also to attract other like minded Designers to the Hunts.  She is an absolute godsend!  So with that...

What I Am Wearing:

Llola puts a lot of love and pride into her designs, making them as unique as she can with her own design patterns.  She also includes some wonderful accessories with her outfits which I feel really make her stand out from the crowd.  

This month Llola has created this beautiful Snowflake BOM Outfit.  Do notice the attention to detail with the little added snowflakes on the waist and also side of the Boots.  The outfit and boots are EXCLUSIVE to the Hunt this month, there is also some Ear Muffs included, but my preference on this occasion was very much like me in RL, a bobble hat.  I live in bobble hats in the winter.  Head on over to Llola's Dinkiewear shoppe and there is also an additional 1L knit sweater available too.

In my right paw I also have one of Llola's Full Perm creations, a Snowflake Plushie!  What a super cute accessory to finish the look!  You can find this as well as Llola's many other Full Perm goodies at her Full Perm Store. 

#36 Love Valley Autumn

 

Hello Lovelies 🍂

Finally... My favorite season is upon us!  I absolutely LOVE Autumn.  It most definitely is the most beautiful season to explore and as nights draw in, what better time than to spend a cozy evening exploring some incredible Autumn Regions in Second Life!  I hope to bring you a few worth a visit across the season so let us begin at Love Valley Autumn.

You arrive to a sea of stunning golden colors, a beautiful forest like setting spread across two regions.  This is definitely somewhere to really take your time to explore.  I was drawn to wander the trails that you felt you just had to see!  There are lots of areas to picnic and camp, all conveniently here ready for you to enjoy.  Tucked away cottages in the woods as lighting and rain roar outside.  Very romantic!  The perfect place to snuggle and stay dry from the storm together maybe.  The second region continues this theme but is more Equestrian based with a race track, stables and riding trail.  Not something I have tried as of yet in Second Life but maybe this may tempt me to come back and try it out another night.  I hope you enjoy this stunning Region.

What I Am Wearing:

Today I want to highlight a couple of items I love from the CMH All Male Autumn Hunt 4 which is on now until the end of September.  Pynkie have created a fabulous batty face tattoo with a choice of Faded or Fresh BOM (I am wearing the Fresh).  I love the simplicity of this tattoo, subtle and yet you are drawn to look at it.  I don't think I will be removing it until after Halloween!  It's a must have! 

While you are wandering among the Autumn Regions, is this tee just the perfect positive message to share?  I think so.  'Beleaf' by Good Vibes is designed for Legacy, Gianni and I am wearing it on Jake.  The message is on both front and back and in this current world, we could all use some 'Beleaf' in Ourselves.  Enjoy Loves 💖

#31 Hazy Summer Days at Silent Melody

 

Hi Lovelies 😊

With a rare heatwave currently here in the UK, it is far too hot to sleep!  So I felt in the mood for an adventure in Second Life.  I turned to the trusty Destination Guide to inspire my journey and that lead me to 'Silent Melody'.  I would suggest coming here when you can set aside a decent amount of time to fully enjoy it, either alone with with others.  It is one of the most detailed and well thought out regions I think I have ever seen.  There are so many hidden joys to discover, literally all over the Island plus a couple of secluded House Boats that feature some cozy, inviting decor that can be hired by the day if you have a special someone you wish to treat.  My personal favorite spots were the roof top gardens, the woodland walk and of course this fabulous Windmill!  I do rather love to visit Windmills in RL too so this was a real treat to find tonight.

What I Am Wearing:

'Gramma's Shoppe' have done it again and made this fabulous 'Smol But Mytee' Outfit as part of the 'CMH Summer Dinkie Hunt and Sale' which you can grab for just 1L at the Inworld Store until the end of June.  This outfit screams fun!  The clarity of the image on the tee is super sharp and a good conversation starter when you are wandering the SL world.  The tee and pants can be worn separately but really do work perfectly as an outfit.  Do not miss it! 

#27 Durty Feckers!

 

Hi Lovelies 😊  So with St Patrick's Day fast approaching on the 17th March, I wondered what Irish Destinations there are to enjoy in Second Life and there wasn't a huge choice.  But... I found this gem, Ireland.  You arrive outside the 'Durty Feckers' Pub (which also made me think of the classic TV show 'Father Ted').  As I walked in the bar I am almost expecting to see Father Jack shouting 'drink, drink, drink!' and Father Ted outside saying 'Down with this sort of thing'.  The bar looks warm and inviting, very traditional and well set out with an area for people to sing and play a fiddle, or a game of snooker.  In the back is a stage and I wonder if they have anyone come perform here.  I can imagine a packed bar and a warm crowd surrounding the stage.  Do take time to wander as there are many little treasures to discover here and the owners should be very proud to bring their little slice of Ireland to Second Life.  The little woodland area leading onto the beach where I learned about the tale of the Selkies was especially a highlight.  

What I Am Wearing:

Cloud Nine have made these wonderful 'Shenanigans Coordinator' tees for the Cheeky Monkey All Male and Shamrock Hunts this month that are an absolute steal at just 1L each!  Perfect to make some Shenanigans of your own with a friend or partner in.  Head to the website here to find these and many other wonderful prizes and exclusives.  The Female Tee will fit bodies Star, Erika, Lara X + Petite, Maitreya + Petite, Reborn, Waifus, Legacy and Ebody Reborn.  I am wearing it on Lara X.  The Male Tee will fit bodies Aesthetic, Legacy, Gianni and modelled here on Belleza Jake.     

#26 Midnight Stroll at Margarita Beach

Hello Lovelies 😊  So this was a rather lovely find tonight.  Feeling I needed a tropical location to match the vibe of my shirt, Margarita Beach caught my eye and did not disappoint.  So much love has gone into the creation of this place.  I am writing this while sat in the outdoors bar, watching the mist over the trees and listening to the tropical sounds all around me.  You instantly feel relaxed here.  I love that each level brings you something new to explore and encourages you to pause and relax.  There are lots of little romantic areas tucked away that are perfect for couples.  Tropical Gardens, spectacular beach, harbor and so much more, I urge you to come visit!  Do not miss the caves!  Loved them.

What I Am Wearing:

Today I am wearing this wonderful, bold, tropical slim fitting shirt from Harambee Gwassi - Kenya Charity Shop  which is part of a pair (with the other shirt being a solid blue) made to fit Signature, Slink, Adin, Gamit, Onupup, Fitmesh Classic and worn here on Belleza Jake.  These are EXCLUSIVE to the Cheeky Monkey Hunt 'All Male - Spring 4' Hunt until the end of March.  I am also wearing this rather fancy Steam Punk Watch from ::REA:: which comes in four colors, I am wearing the gold version.  They are copy, resizable, unisex and actual keep the correct time!  Definitely a statement piece worth adding to your collection and only 1L in the All Male Spring Hunt!

 

#24 Midnight in Paris

Hello Lovelies 😊.  My goodness it's been like an eternity since I had a chance to relax and blog and I have missed it.  Christmas was the usual chaos of creating for Events and January was very cold here in the UK, so I have been hibernating.

So my first proper venture out to explore in 2025 was a magical place called 'Midnight in Paris' (seriously needs to be the name of a film!).  Arriving at the Metro you walk out into a city like no other.  Rain falling hard with the lights of the city bouncing in the puddles beneath your feet.  A thunderstorm grumbling in the distance.  You soak up the atmosphere as you take the bridge over the River Seine.  The Eiffel Tower comes into view.  One thing I was so happy to see here was the Eiffel Tower twinkling with lights, just as it does in the real world at the top of every hour (although you can capture this 24/7 in the SL world).  I have never found another place in SL that added this very special detail.  It brings back very special memories for me.  So I gazed for a while remembering before seeing what else there is to explore here.  Take time to wander the bistros and bars, the book stalls by the river.  It is a little peace of heaven.

What I Am Wearing:

Peeps Dinkies have bought out a gorgeous 'Sweetheart' range for this Valentine's Day.  I am wearing the 'Sweetheart Couples Pajamas Pink' (cos who says you can't wander Paris at night in your PJ's!) which has BOM pants and top.  I love the cozy fabric detail with simple polka dots on the pants and so many cuteee hearts on the top.  These are just 1L in the current Cheeky Monkey Hunt 'Love is All You Need 5'.  If you want to buy more of the range, there is also a similar Boy Outfit for 25L or a super cute Dress for 50L, both being EXCLUSIVE to the Hunt!

 

#22 SunRayz Coast

 

Hello Lovelies.  I had planned to go back and hang at Sea Breeze Garden today and experience it Dinkie style but it has gone!!  That is the sad reality of Second Life sometimes.  I could not see a relocation anywhere which is a real shame.  So with that I turned to the Destination Guide to see what's new and took myself to the Caribbean!  SunRayz Coast has so much to see!  For any Brits out there, as I landed it gave me real 'Death In Paradise' (UK TV show) vibes.  So vibrant here!  There is so much to see and experience from their art gallery and cafe, beach bar and a beautiful spot for beach weddings.  I felt very tranquil as I wandered around the island, exploring all the hidden away cozy spots ideal for couples.  As I write this I am sat on a swing at their beach bar with the waves crashing through my speakers.  Bliss!

What I Am Wearing:

I am LOVING this beautiful orange 'Take Me To the Beach" tee which also includes a scoop neck version if you prefer a more open style tee.  This was made by GPA Dinkies EXCLUSIVE to the CMH 'Life's a Beach 4' Hunt until the end of July.  I have matched the tee with my ever favorite Peeps Dinkie Deck Shoes.  With 50 colors on the HUD, you have so much choice to pair them with any outfit.  I also treated myself to some new Dinkie Dean Shorts today from Dinkie Boutique in Black Denim.  Always good to add a few staples to your closet I think and these are amazing quality mesh!  If you get a chance, do hop over and browse the stores at Petite Village.  I can definitely see a dedicated blog coming in the future as there is so much to experience here.  Enjoy! 😺

#19 Badu, Maldives

 

Hello Lovelies.  Tonight I decided to try out one of the latest resort destinations in SL, Badu, Maldives.  When I think of the real Maldives I think luxury, high end location with stunning beaches and the bluest of skies.  Not somewhere I could ever afford to visit in the real world sadly.  You arrive by their beautiful pool surrounded by loungers, bars and the sea peeking through the palms and exotic plants.  The resort does feel luxurious.  Somewhere that would be perfect for a couple on honeymoon or romantic trip as there are several beautifully decorated bungalows catering for all you could need.  You can follow the pathway around the island and discover the beach club, cute little hang out spots and so much more.  I ended my trip with a fun dash around the island on a Segway, making sure not to crash into people of course!  I would definitely recommend checking it out!

What I Am Wearing:

Today I want to focus on two gorgeous items in the 'Life's a Beach 4' Hunt that is currently running to the 31st July.  Mikki at The Bold Llama T-Shirt Co is definitely the Queen of Tees in SL!  Always bringing out some cheeky and fun themed tees that you need in your life.  Something literally for every occasion.  'Bring on the Sunshine' is EXCLUSIVE to the Hunt at just 25L!  I am also wearing some fabulous Beach Shell Nails from backSTORY which come hudded in 5 summer shades (I opted with white to match my outfit) and are an incredible 1L.  I love a classic nail and will be wearing mine all summer long!

Additionally I am wearing Oanez Earrings from Adore Amore which are currently in the Blue Moon Monday's Sale until Saturday.  Hudded with 20 gem colors, these will pair nicely with any outfit and are for the Lelutka Evox Human and Elf Ears.  I am also wearing Friday 'Weekend Jeans' in Cloud.  Friday are becoming one of my firm favorite stores, do check them out.

#17 Spring Walk at New Deer Isle

 

So what do you do when you are up late and wanna unwind... go for a spring walk in Second Life!  I had a little time to unwind tonight so took myself over to New Deer Isle which is a Region based on Maine in the US.  As I wandered past a Motel (with decorated rooms to rent), Coffee Shop and so much more, it gives a very warm, inviting feel.  There are sailable waters here if that is something you enjoy that lead out to the Mainland and so much more to enjoy.

What I Am Wearing:  Tonight I wanted to feature this pretty 'May Day' complete outfit (handbag and shoes included) made by Simple Terms which is EXCLUSIVE to the Cheeky Monkey Hunts 'A Few Of Our Favorite Things 3' Hunt on now until the end of May.  I am wearing it on Maitreya but it will also fit LaraX and Star bodies.  This is one of many amazing goodies in the May Hunt.  Don't miss it!

#16 BlossomVale in Venice

 

Today I was in the mood for a new adventure and went to the trusty Destinations Guide to see what was new in the world of Second Life.  BlossomVale of Venice immediately jumped off the page to me as the place to go!  I loveeee Italy and could not resist exploring Venice in SL.

BloomsVale has been beautifully thought out in its planning and whimsical feel as you wander through the streets and along the canals filled with gondola's.  There is so much detail here that I feel multiple visits you could always find something new to see.  There is a stunning wedding venue for elopements and a fabulous stage for live performances.  I joined the group inworld in hopes of catching a performance here in the future.  I finished my trip this time with a relaxing balloon ride over the city. 

What I Am Wearing:  GHOSTRAVEN PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE DINKIES have created this gorgeous Blue Floral Outfit which just screams perfect for Spring!  I love the sharp clarity of the blue floral pattern on the shirt and the bottoms come as both shorts and trousers, with or without a belt.  I feel very smart but casual and this was just such a perfect look for Venice.  I am also wearing [Peeps] Dinkie Deck Shoes which I likely will live in most the spring and summer!  You can find the GPA Blue Floral Outfit EXCLUSIVE to the Cheeky Monkey Hunt this month, 'A Few Of Our Favorite Things 3' Hunt along with Human versions too.  Don't miss it!

 

#15 Elvion

 

Today I am debuting my Dinkie, Tootsie to my Blog.  Last year I decided I wanted to make a Dinkie that looked similar my RL cat Tootsie and being a Dinkie bought a whole new joy to my Second Life.  

Today's venture took me to the beautiful town of Elvion - Blackbird Edition which is a lush, green land filled with beautiful scenery and landscapes to explore.  There are forest trails, a cozy Harbor and so much more to see.  Perfect for a peaceful nature walk or somewhere to venture as a couple.  My personal highlight was sat listening to the waves crashing near the Windmill which felt very soothing.

What I Am Wearing:  I just had to break out my crown to complete this look today!  This beautiful waistcoat outfit by GHOSTRAVEN PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE DINKIES looks very high fashion, and there is a human version too!  There is several ways you can dress this outfit with alternative trousers, black shirt, bow tie and more to personalize it to your needs.  You can find all the versions (including a Dinkie matching gown) EXCLUSIVE to the Cheeky Monkey 'Hollywood Glamour 2' Hunt until the end of April.  Do not miss it!