#39 Winter at Luanes World

 

Hi Lovelies ❅

It's been a minute!  Christmas has been super busy on the creating front which has kept me away longer than intended.  But tonight I thought I would start my festive season right in Second Life at one of its true must sees, Luanes World - Le Monde Perdu - Winter.  You arrive at a little cafe area surrounded by Christmas Huts serving cakes, hot chocolate and so much more to tempt your taste buds.  A perfect spot for a romantic date or perhaps a bit of people watching as you see people arrive into the region.  There are pathways to lead you around the region either on foot, or hop on a horse for a ride.  I opted for the horse and followed a beautiful path along the waters edge, looking at the beautiful home rentals (all full at the moment).  Taking the occasional pause to soak in the view and the icy waters, with the sound of birds.  It really is such a relaxing haven.

Today I want to share with you some wonderful items that can be found in the CMH Dinkie Winter Hunt and Sale which is on until the end of December.  

Firstly, let me show you this super cute Christmas Tee with matching resizable Christmas Hat from Tosca Piccolo which is an absolute steal at just 1L!  If you have a female friend that wants to match, Tosca also has a wonderful Christmas Fairy outfit with accessories included for just 50L this month which is EXCLUSIVE to the Dinkie Winter Hunt and Sale!  Not to be missed!  

I paired my tee up with some bold, colorful trousers from GPA Dinkies which come as a 'Christmas Colors Fat Pack'.  The BOM Trousers come with and without a belt in 8 colors and are just 100L this month only as part of the Dinkie Sale.  I will show these in more detail at the bottom of this post.

Finally, what is not to love about a Dinkie Waffle Cone Yool Tree!  Just 3 prims and copy/modify to adjust as you wish.  It is held firmly in place in a jar of maple syrup!  Runnn and grab this beautiful decor for just 1L from Psyche's Pstyles.

#35 Shop Til You Splash at 'Under The Sea'

 

Hello Lovelies 😊

Today I am here to encourage you to go grab yourself a midweek treat and I have just the place!  EBP 'Under The Sea' is in it's sixth year and not to be missed for amazing exclusives and discounts up to 50%!  If you join their Group you can also collect amazing summery gifts from each Designer.  The Event ends on the 22nd July so runnnn grab yourself a Summer Deal 🌞.

What I Am Wearing:

Today I am actually featuring a couple of my own designs which can also be found at 25% Off at 'Under The Sea'.  I am wearing my latest Swimsuit for Starlight Apparel called 'Danika' featured here on Maitreya Lara X and also for Kupra, Legacy, Legacy Perky, Ebody Reborn and Ebody Reborn Waifus.  'Danika' comes HUD Driven with 30 textures giving you a classic stripe as well as some bold, bright options!  I have added some bold 'Ruth' Earrings from Adore Amore Fashion to complete the look which are designed for Lelutka Evox Human and Elf with a choice of 5 Metals and 15 Colors for the Balls so you can match it up nicely with the swimsuit.  Enjoy loves 💖

#30 Sunshine On My Mind at Kona Beach

 

Hi Lovelies 😊  Following on from a beautiful evening at Bachata Magica, a restful beach day was needed and with 'Sunshine on my Mind' I headed to a true staple in Second Life, Kona Beach.  In a virtual world that is always evolving, I love that places like Kona still exist and are still thriving!  There is a bit of something for everyone here.  For me personally, I love to sit and listen to the waves and watch people surfing.  There is horse riding, jet skis, fishing and plenty of ways to interact and make new friends.  Equally there are some beautiful more secluded spots for a romantic date or just to unwind together (or alone as you wish!).  Don't miss a turtle ride through the underwater world!

What I Am Wearing:

Continuing on my focus on Menswear in the Cheeky Monkey Hunt 'All Male Summer Hunt' this week, today I am wearing this bold statement tee 'Sunshine On My Mind' from Cloud Nine.  Loving the vibe of this tee!  It is also available for women in the All The Colors 4 hunt incase you fancy matching with your love.  You can grab these for 1L each!! and wear them all summer long.  I am wearing mine on Belleza Jake, but they also will fit Signature Gianni, Legacy and Aesthetic.

I paired the tee with some equally bold and beautiful cargo shorts that matched perfectly!  You can grab these EXCLUSIVELY at Harambee-Gwassi - Kenya Charity Shop with all proceeds going towards charity.  They have been dedicated to raising funds for schools in Kenya since 2008.  The shorts will fit Belleza Jake, Slink, Legacy, Signature Gianni, Ocasin Gamit and Classic Avatars.  Also included with the shorts is a Butterfly Necklace that matches the shorts colors perfectly.

#29 Summer Nights at Bachata Magica

Hi Lovelies 😊  With Summer so close now, I definitely wanted a Resort vibe tonight, and found that at Bachata Magica.  As I landed on the pier, there was a little jump scare moment from the gigantic shark head that filled my screen!  But as you wander into the very colorful, vibrant square it just feels warm and inviting.  There is a really beautiful beach club in the heart of it all and joining the group, I can see there are several DJ sets each week.  This is definitely a place to come, grab a drink and sway the night away!

What I Am Wearing:

Cheeky Monkey currently has their 'All Male Summer' Hunt on until the end of June and I just had to show you this quality 'Surfboards on Parade' Denim Waistcoat, which I am wearing here on Belleza Jake (also for Signature & Slink) which I urge you to run and grab for just 1L over at The Sissy Bar.  The Waistcoat works so well with Fashionatic's Carter Ripped Shorts in Black for a double denim look.

#28 Star Lake Resort & Sector 51

 

Hi Lovelies 😊  So it definitely has been a while (again!).  Today is the first day I have wanted to be back on my Dinkie since the RL version I named after him, my beautiful boy Tootsie passed away in April at nearly 20 years old.  It feels a bit surreal to be Inworld and not have him sat next to me in the real world watching over what I am doing.  I miss him very much.

Today I am over at Star Lake Resort & Sector 51 which is very futuristic, set in the year 2077.  As cliche as it sounds, to me at least, very 'Bladerunner' vibes... and I LOVE that!  This is one of those places where you are at awe with how much detail it has taken to bring this space to life.  There is also a games room here, bowling and even a MechDonalds!  I took a slow wander, just taking it all in before hoping in a flying taxi to let it zoom me around the city.  I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and hope you will too.

What I Am Wearing:

I am loving this cool 'Embrace The Dark Side' outfit from 'Gramma's Shoppe' and is only available Inworld for an incredible 10L!  What an absolute steal honestly for any Dinkies on a budget!  I matched them with some cool Kai Sneakers from Starlight Dinkies which come with a HUD that gives you 30 color options to match all your outfits all summer long.

  

#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!

 

#25 Happy Go Lucky at Luanes World

Hello Lovelies 🙂  Spring has arrived at Luanes World - Le Monde Perdu and this is the closest I am feeling to it as in the RL world, we are still freezing here in the UK!  

Walking among the dunes, with the wild grasses and purple heathers revealing lots of little gems to explore, it's a place to pause, take your time and really enjoy the sites and sounds.  After a long walk, I slipped into my ever so cute lucky PJs and got ready for a snooze.  All that fresh spring air clearly tired me out on the walk 🐱.

What I Am Wearing:

With St Patrick's Day approaching on the 17th March, Cheeky Monkey Hunts are celebrating with a 'Shamrock and Shenanigans' Grid Wide Hunt which caters to Human and Dinkies alike.  I am LOVING these 'Happy Go Lucky' Pajamas from Peeps Dinkies.  Super cozy and stylish and great texture detail.  I feel these would work as Unisex and they are a steal at just 1L!  I urge you to RUN and look for the hidden lucky clover containing this wonderful prize.

I also want to highlight a wonderful build that is perfect for Spring which is this amazing Faeland Mushroom House by Roawenwood.  Feel free to come and test it Inworld and see the quality for yourself.  You will not be disappointed!  This beautiful Dinkie home fitted right in at Luane's World like it had always belonged there and would make for a super cute forest home I feel.  At just 28 prims it is not to prim heavy and perfect for a little retreat.  Faeland Mushroom Home is currently in the Spring Dinkie Hunt & Sale until the end of March for just 100L!  Treat yourself today 💖. 

 

#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!

 

#23 Peek-a-Boo at Leloo!

 

Hello Lovelies.  It has definitely been a minute since I was last here.  The creative world has kept me super busy in the past month.  Halloween is always the busiest time of the year in Second Life I feel, with Christmas chasing not far behind!

I let the trusty Destination Guide find me somewhere fun to visit before bed last night and I was not disappointed with 'Leloo's World Boo Fest'.  This would be a wonderful place to come with friends as there is so much to see and explore plus many a fun photo op moment!  As a Brit, I don't think we embrace Halloween anywhere near as much as they do in the States so it is fun to enjoy the season at least in Second Life.  The creativity you see in this world never fails to blow my mind and there has clearly been a lot of time and care put in at Leloo's for visitors to enjoy.  I am back there now as I write this experiencing it again but in Dinkie style in a Pumpkin Boat being followed by Crocodiles!  I highly recommend you go visit!

What I Am Wearing:

Don't you love when you randomly unpack things you likely had sitting in your inventory for months, even years (that deffo is me!) and it's an 'Ooooh!' moment because it's pretty.  For me that was these super delicate, cute Tweety Bird Earrings by Dark Mouse Jewelry.  They are HUD Driven with 8 Colors for the Birds and 4 Metals and a real bargain at just 99L!  Hop to the Inworld Store and the link above will land you right in front of them.  I sadly could not find a Marketplace link to share for them but there is some really pretty designs to discover at the Inworld Store.

Friday has become one of my go to stores in Second Life for some real quality casualwear.  I could not resist their Tara Cardigan which is on offer this week as part of the Saturday Sale.  The Cardigan comes with optional Tee.  There are 8 Autumnal Colors for the Cardigan and 6 Color/4 Pattern Options for the Tee.  Absolutely perfect for fall so I bought the Fat Pack for a bargain 450L but there are 8 single options available this week at just 75L each!  I have paired it with the Friday Weekend Jeans in Coal that comes with optional belt and also version that should tuck into boots.  An absolute staple in my wardrobe!

Finishing the look with some cozy Uggs from KC Couture that come with a 50 Color HUD and are Unisex.  An absolute steal at 199L.  

Have a wonderful rest of your week everyone ♥