Body Basics & Free 4 U (now 2 locations) MIA & MIA 2

A great place to get everything you need to start your avatar is Body Basics (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MIA/206/67/25). There you can pick up a male or female avatar (shape, skin, eyes, & hair) all totally free. This is an unbelievably generous offer and it is NOT just reserved to new players. It's free to anyone and I have to say a couple of the skins are especially excellent for the anyone who wants to play a female fairy or elf. The Body Basics store is loaded with hairs, skins, and avatars and definitely worth a browse for any citizen. But, the generosity of Ayla Holt and her group down at the MIA (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MIA/152/52/10) sim does not stop there. The group has totally redesigned and expanded the Free 4 U store (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MIA/148/24/25) to include a plethora of items that is truly astonishing ... clothes (m/f), jewelry, houses, landscaping, and animation overrides. Most items in both stores are original content, but there is also other items available here. It appears that the gang wanted to make sure that if you were lucky enough to happen upon this island that you'd feel completely welcome in SL and be able to complete acclimate yourself into the game. The following is a picture of just some of the items available on the MIA sim (all $0):




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There is now a second location for Body Basics (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MIA%202/217/202/24) on MIA 2.
As well as a second location for Free 4 U (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MIA%202/33/89/24) also on the new MIA 2 sim.

After you're finished checking out Free 4 U and Body Basics don't forget to look around- Not only is the clothing, gestures, and furniture very affordable on the MIA sim (most outfits are around a mere $100), but the island is built to encourage exploration. The underwater area is scenic and there's treasure to be found down in them depths:


(Elouise gown from Free 4 U and basic black shoes and Brandy avatar from Body Basics - $0)

And the island is just generally a serene place to visit.


(Moonlight dress & Eye #24 from Free 4 U, Megan skin & Robert hair from Body Basics - $0)

I hope you get a chance to visit the MIA sim and find it enjoyable.

Premium Membership

Did premium membership fees go up?

2008-01-14 22:56:23	Customer Payment	($80.00)	$0.00
2008-01-14 22:14:32	Premium membership (Annual): $72.00	$72.00	$80.00

I looked all over for this, but all I see is the regular $72 fee listed everywhere.... so, I'm wondering if premium membership went up and it wasn't announced.

The Blonds show with Christian Laboutin!!!

I still can't believe I missed this show due to a miss schedule !!! The Lucky boys have a promising career ahead with a MAC Cosmetic's campaign going on currently, and shoe designer Christian Laboutin lending shoe's to their runway collection, who could ask for anything more???

Nikko, Westys, RAC, & South Blue Cafe

Yes, a bit of total randomness in the midst of the never ending Valentine's slue of freebies. This is one I hope you don't miss since this hair comes with a hefty price tag -- RAC (http://slurl.com/secondlife/RaC%20City/101/121/26) has decided to give a fatpack of it's love affair hair for $0 for Valentine's Day so rush there and get it! Wandering around one day I happened upon the Nikko (http://slurl.com/secondlife/nikko%20am/94/113/27) I'm not quiet sure exactly what the sim is, but there were several shirts and a suitcase there all for $0. There is also some sort of game there where you heard chicks (yes, baby chickens) around, but I can't figure it out. Maybe you'll have better luck. =D



After finding this I tped to another sim to check out
The South Blue Cafe (http://slurl.com/secondlife/South%20Blue/113/147/52), which had been on my list of places to go back to. I picked up these two outfits for $0:



Then I decided to check out Westy's (http://slurl.com/secondlife/UG%20Tokyo/228/100/0)which provided the outfits and found a couple more freebies:



But, I also took a look around and found several well priced outfit all under $100 most $30 ... Here's a couple of my favorites for $30 and $15 respectively:



All modeled with ADA Store (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Fontaine/39/104/50) shoes $0, love.love.love (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Mischief/145/191/25) Cupid Skin $1, & RAC hairs one of which is $0 for Valentines day.

More Valentines ***This post being updated

The outfit at Fluky (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gateaux%20Boulevard/92/136/23) is for sale now so run by and grab it. Don't forget the wearable demos on the inside. $0-1

Sassy Secrets (http://slurl.com/secondlife/NineInchNerds/230/35/22) has a lingerie set. $1 is refunded after purchase. $0

Gurl 6 (http://slurl.com/secondlife/GuRLyWood/111/61/28) has a Valentine freebie up, also a nice section of girls $1-0 hairs and a sale going on. Guys there's also a $1 hair (boyfriend - this is always up). $0-1

Reve Jewelry (http://slurl.com/secondlife/ableseed/20/130/28) has a free pink heart necklace. $0

Awesome Designs (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Awesome%20Isle/100/168/24) has a couple of tank tops for the girls. $0

Aoharu (http://slurl.com/secondlife/South%20Blue/27/220/57) has a beautiful pink kimono out. $0

There is a heart filled with free couple poses at Love Lace (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Port%20Seraphine/218/40/46) $0.

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Silk Factory (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Filataponic/30/239/39) has a $1 special valentine edition of one of their lingerie sets. $1

There's a free red cheongsam at Bibiten (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Vodou/27/141/34) $0.

A pink heart printed tank can be found at World Wide Industies Main Store (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Wuranga/210/96/30). $1

There are 3 bags (beaded mini dress, chocolate babe, and Italian slip dress) available at Caliente Express - BeBe DoLL (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Synister/38/33/30) all $0. There's also a $1 set of kiss me all over body sticker/tattoos (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Synister/47/57/30). $0-1

There's a substantial engagement style ring available at Kraftika Jewelry (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Jewelry/201/151/37) for $1.

Knucklehead's Tattoos & More (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dingo/121/18/55) is having a cupid lucky letter hunt. There are 17 cupids hidden around the shopping area that will yell out letters and if you're one of the lucky one's you'll receive an original design (tattoo, poofer, or other item from the store). $0

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LVS & Co sim (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Cassiopeia%20Isle/198/51/22) will be having a hunt this weekend Feb 14-17 a lot of the designers housed on this sim will be participating (preview of prizes and more details on the LVS & Co blog). $?

A kid friendly shopping area is having a Valentine's Heart Hunt at the Gingerbread Village Mall (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Isle%20of%20You/151/160/31). There are red hearts and purple one of a kind (do a take if you're lucky enough to find one for the love of all that is holy) hearts in the hunt. $0

Na-en (http://slurl.com/secondlife/ableseed/78/102/27) has put out a free gift which contains 3 pairs of eyes. All the eyes the oversized style eyes that are sold inside and the free gift contains valentine themed eyes. $0

Untone Quilt (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MoonDoggies/244/28/27) has a set of Valentine's Day PJ's out for $1.

Pochette (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MoonDoggies/233/43/27) has a Hart Garden up for grabs to enhance anyones garden. $1

Lotta (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MoonDoggies/247/59/27), a great low prim sculpty furniture store has put out several Valentine's items including a chocolate bar with animation. $1

Twosome (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MoonDoggies/208/43/27) has a pair of Valentine's Day tights. $1

Besides the regular freebie socks Thimbles (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MoonDoggies/193/116/27) has put up a Valentine's day shirt. $1

Bluebell (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Odessa%20Luxurious/176/170/22) is offering their Kandice dress (reg. $150) for $0 to celebrate Valentines.

K&M Shop (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Afton/131/183/125/) has put out a necklace & bikini for free (picture). Kryptonia also teaches a class on how to construct the necklace and has extended an invitation to everyone to attend. Just read her blog to find out how to participate.

It was time for a pic .....

[Hair: Diversity Hair (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Addictive/130/123/22) is having a Valentines sale 3 packs/style are marked 75% off $44/sale pack... hope your color is on sale =) $44; Skin: GG Couture (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MoonDoggies/176/48/27) which Creamy blogged about here $1, Eyes are Valentine eyes from Na-en, Shoes are from the Amorepacific sims $0, Valentines Underwear set is from Sakura Designs $0]

Sakura Designs (secondlife://Schreckhorn/158/16/53) has put out a free Valentine's Underwear set. Once teleported, go outside of club and turn left freebie is in the center back of the shop. $0

Baby Monkey (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Neuntoter/64/202/34) has put out a set of shoes & bag. $0

Nyte N'Day (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Nite%20N%20Day/120/92/27) has a tank & undies set for $1.

Voda (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Callalily%20Cove/163/77/22) has two dresses at the right front entrance of the store. $0

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If you're looking for the perfect partner you may want to check out Perfect Partner (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Fordham/43/102/106) a store specializing in cutout avatars that say and give special items. $0

Ephemeral Creations (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Noul/230/172/651) has a cute scarf out complete with heart print. $0

Bossa Nova (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Amour/178/60/27) is giving away a retro set of lingerie. $0

love.love.love (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Mischief/145/191/25) has released an another shop female modified skin for Valentine's. $1

ShenS (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Sunset%20Commerce%202/212/17/22) has a beautiful chocker and earrings set for $0. (Also a pair of pink shoes for $1) $0-1

Applepop ( http://slurl.com/secondlife/zipang/182/12/50) an inexpensive tinie store has expanded into jewelry making and has a 4 color set of heart necklaces upstairs along with the 4 gifts by the main entrance (some for tinies!). $0

Also in the Zipang sim is Sizimi-Ya (http://slurl.com/secondlife/zipang/249/37/42) which has a cute pink polka dot skirt. Also of note here is something I get asked about a lot - a wearable chair also for free. This chair allows you to wear it and sit in no build areas. 2 unisex tanks and a regular branded chair upstairs are also free. $0


Elegant Hats (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Ivalde/49/115/35) has a ladies heart printed top hat. $0

Color Me Couture *CMC*(http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kuai%20aku/244/20/22) has a valentine's kit out. $0

Hielasangre (http://slurl.com/secondlife/DreamsLand/158/64/401) has a gift box sitting on the ground which contains a red blouse in celebration of Valentine's there are also two $1 dresses on the wall. $0-1

Vintage Clothing Reproductions (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Zebranky/90/136/30) has put out a special dress for Valentine's. $0

Bewitched (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lemon%20Island/128/127/23) is having a hair hunt 10 hearts $1 each! (Read more about it here)

SLAB Designs (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Pahringull/146/196/23) has put out a two hearts with a special gift inside. There are also boxes 1-m/1-f for the taking. $0

Trixie's Treasures (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Arginutti/43/33/301) monthly gift includes heart shaped necklace and earrings set. $0

MB-Designs (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elver/49/86/37) has put out a dress- sweet valentines. $5

At Plaza Del Mar ( http://slurl.com/secondlife/Candlestick%20Park/119/113/21) you'll find an entire store filled with Valentine's Day goods all free. $0

If you need a rose to give to someone special Acadian Blue Rose (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lepudro/94/152/22) has got you covered. $0

Jstyle (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Beaulieu/114/180/56 ) has a special wine red dress out. $0

Hang the DJ (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retrology/239/41/40) has put out pj's for girls. $1


(Kimono: Aoharu $0, Skin: love.love.love cupid skin $1, Eyes: Na-en $0, Hair: Bewitched $1)

******HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY***********

MIA (http://slurl.com/secondlife/MIA/165/51/29) has put out a gift (underwear & outfit) for both the girls and guys. $0

PXL Creations (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Peronaut/7/43/48) has a special heart stamped female skin. $1

KiKi's Closet (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kauai/180/178/22) has put out a second Valentine's present. This one is a great belt that can be used by a girl or guy. $0

The Lo Lo Sim (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lo%20Lo/77/127/23) is having a hunt. I'm not sure if this one has started yet, because half of the board is covered by a prim, but you can read more about it here. $?

Agrace (http://slurl.com/secondlife/zushi/186/83/23) a nice clothing and (upstairs) sculpty furniture store has put out a gift for both the guys and girls. $0

Bishwear (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Cecil/114/47/244) an excellent camping spot is giving away 2 gowns for today. $0

(Skin: PXL Creations $1, Dress: Bishwear $0, Hair: Bewitched - Valentine's Day Heart Hunt $1, Shoes: ADA Store $0)

Popfuzz (http://slurl.com/secondlife/PopFuzz/112/120/33) has a female valentine day skin out. $1

Imagen (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Cybertopia%20North/241/40/24) has 4 female skins, 1 male skin, and a beautiful gown all $1 each for today only. (Also a fatpack of female hair inside.) $1/each


Happy Mood (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Osaka/243/113/27) in the tree there is a pink hat. $0

Besides contributing to the LVS & Co hunt (going on now!) SySy has 4 gifts in her store SYD (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Cassiopeia%20Isle/159/242/23). $1/each

A Piece of Candy - So Sweet

If you haven't checked out A Piece of Candy (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Taranatha/208/144/0) you'll definitely want to. There are a variety of items in the store for $1-$0 including 4 skins, shirts, and a dress. You might also want to check out Sirena (http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20Sunset/160/50/22) hair. She's added a couple new $1 hairs and some gorgeous new regular priced coifs.

For the picture all skins & clothing were from the $1-0 A Piece of Candy offerings, the sculpty shoes are from She's So Unusual (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Redux%20NW/131/195/22)$1, and the hair is Zoey from Sirena's $1 section. I've really wanted to write about A Piece of Candy for a while, the textures are just great and the clothes is more than reasonably priced with outfits starting at $30 (although there is a special red dress right now for $25) and all clothes being transferable- It just makes the place one of those gems you want to share. ;) Hope you girls enjoy!

*ETA: Gosh, I forgot to mention all the super cute poses are from Juicy Poses (http://slurl.com/secondlife/La%20Reina/176/100/24) Kawaii girl set $1.

Ronson Cool!!!

With a step dad who is an X rock star to Foreigner, a celebrity stylist mama Anne-Dexter Jones, big brother DJ Mark who is up for a Grammy or so, and a couple of twins (Charlotte the constant uprising fashion designer and sis Samantha who is following in her brother's steps as a top notch DJ) oh yeah and a few beautiful youngsters.The Ronson Family couldn't get any cooler if they tried, "could they?"....Actually yes it looks like they could.


Charlotte Ronson is a continually uprising fashion designer who is taking over the world as she has recently opened up a store in Japan and is sold every where else. and she is only 30. Her designing has come a long way from a simple lingerie/t shirt line that once sold in a very small boutique she owned in NYC's Nolita district. She now has an even bigger store in the same neighborhood located on Mulberry Street. The store is packed with her entire clothing and shoe line. Its all a pretty place to stop and just gaze at the wall paper and pin up girl posters. Jen the manager is always a friendly ready and willing sales girl who will help but not push you in a corner to buy something. Charlotte's collection has really advanced in design detail over the years from lapels to plackets right down to the very button placement. Right on Char!!!

They've all got style passion and direction and OMG obviously a set of morale and values. You won't find the socialites stepping out of limos missing a pair of panties. Finally some famous role models have arrived. College educated and all.


Samantha not only DJ's all over Hollywood,but is a singer song writer as well. Everyone should check out her myspace page for a taste of her vocals.

I know we usually don't focus on the famous and fabulous on this page. But after all Charlotte started out way small despite coming from a family fortune. One of the few who didn't dive directly into the big time but rather used baby steps other than rely on daddy. How humbling that is. No immediate runway shows and insta-fame!!!

Oh and don't forget VOTE RONSON!!!