A little (affordable) luxury this Sunday?

Luxury: it's a bit easier to achieve on SL than in RL, but even then... not always that easy or I'd have a whole sim and not have to sit on my hands when I see fatpacks...

But over three years in SL, I've got picky (this being a euphemism for snob). So I'm all the more happy that the gang at Vent du Sud would rather turn out a few things, lovingly created, than focus on rushing things out for a quick buck. Mind, I wish we could afford not to sell things at all but just give them away... a girl can dream, eh?

So - here's a couple of 'luxuries' for the weekend. No, not freebies, although we'll always do those... (and still lots of Valentine's dollarbies and 5L specials at Vent du Sud... grab those too! )

First, how about a Valentine's gift that will stay beautiful all year round, and remind you of great, romantic moments?

I've made two flowerboxes: not too primmy (10) in two very different styles: glass or wood, and normally I'd put them on sale at around 150L. But this SUNDAY they're at 60L only: they're transfer, so perfect for a gift, or simply to put on your own wall. Here.

(Apologies for the dodgy photos but EVERY time I take one lately, all my dialogue boxes go transparent and it's driving me NUTS).

Next, fountains. When Menthal Oh makes fountains... he makes fountains. Ranging from simple and sober to more quirky and downright fun. Water that trickles, flows: intricate doesn't describe it. Here are a couple.

Yes, they're a bit primmy... but unique. And none of them are over 200L. Gorgeous for your apartment, or a fantastic decoration for your store.

Find them at OH!

And no, I'm not forgetting fashion. How could I because there, luxury is just as important.

Can't you just imagine the swish of this skirt? A super outfit (mix and match it too). Beautifully finished, and made by French designers who know what looking really chic and classy is about.

The whole outfit is just gorgeous, and it's on sale at Ashton and Lane: "Moulin Rouge". It's... gorgeous. Adjectives fail me, obviously.

Don't forget they also have TWO amazing freebies: white stilettos and 3 beautifully made basic tops. Direct tp HERE.

So, that's the 'luxury line-up' for this weekend.

Sundays are great for SL shopping, so how about offering yourself a little LUXURY...

... at Vent du Sud, of course!

Get one of these free, but which?

I promised my subscribo group a gift this week, so... I kept it. Thing is, I made two versions and liked both of them, so ONE is inside and the other isn't (a transfer version).

So hop over to Fleurs du Sud (part of the Vent du Sud mainstore) and get one of them free! The subscribo is just out front. But do it quick as I'll be taking it out again this weekend.

The idea is a useful flower trough that looks just as good on a wall as it does over a balcony or on a front step. Superb, clear textures with lots of detailing as always.

Just ask if you want other plants inside and I'll happily do you a custom version or different sizes (store owners or people with rentals, please note!)

Copiable versions of both on sale at Vent du Sud for 129L (7 prims).

In fashion news, Alain Papp's carnival costumes, masks, fans and parasols are attracting a lot of attention. If you've ever dreamed of a sumptuous, unique treasure (for both men and women), now's the place and time!

Photos can't do them justice... but come and at least take a look. Alain is more than happy to model them for you or to make a really special, one-off version just for you.

Right now, there's a whole lot to see (and do) at Vent du Sud, so drop in for a quick visit!

Tuesday treats and a small dose of political incorrectness

Y'know if February is a dreary month, Tuesday is a dreary day.

So to cheer it up a little, here's some really pretty, detailed specials from Fleurs du Sud: the rose in the glass vase is still at 1L (boy, it's popular), and the two heart boxes (pink or sober silver) at just 5L... not bad, as the lid opens on click and a second click on the heart inside gives you a (discreet) shower of pretty glass hearts. A fun little gift, because it's transferable.

I'd say buy a dozen and hand 'em out to your harem but that would be sexist, yes? (Yes). But hey. who wouldn't like a little token of appreciation, even if they're just a great friend?

Moving on (good idea, Ari), I've also put out one of our new, also transferable, oil lamps at half price - 49L: click the control and the flame lights or goes out, and click the chimney for a lovely soft glow. Just 3 prims!

And finally, for that zen feeling so hard to achieve on Tuesdays, the incredibly pretty tabletop pool with candles (you can blow them out too) is also at half price (just 29L).

All great gifts (or one for yourself) to brighten up a Tuesday. But don't wait too long: they'll be there for just a few days.

Get them at the newly refurbished FLEURS DU SUD right by the Vent du Sud mainstore.

Not forgetting fashion, did you know that Rett's very sexy Valentine's lingerie is also transferable? Get to it, guys. Click right here!

(And a PS: click on the Vent du Sud subscribo outside the main store today, as there's a gift in store for everyone later this week!)

Hauling prims

February is often such a dreary month but fortunately there are things that make it a lot better.





First up, this month we're focusing on carnivals, Mardi Gras, whatever you want to call it. And as we're lucky enough to have Alain Papp - THE specialist for carnival costumes, you can check out his jaw-dropping masterpieces, or even just treat yourself to a superb mask or a fan for that special event. Check out his luscious, extravagant creations on the square.





Then there's Menthal who is offering what can only be called the ultimate in atmosphere...

Smoke or mist? Click the box and choose a colour. Bubbles? Yep, those too. Try them out on the square and buy one for your next party.

They give out... er... a LOT of mist or bubbles, and click on and off (useful, that). He's right next door to Alain now!






We've called this series... OH! (His name is Menthal Oh, and eau (prounounced oh) means 'water' in French. Not sure you needed to know that, but hey... direct tp to OH!)







I just love the helix bubble lamps... and they're a steal at 100L - great gift, too.


Great for parties, no? Or any modern build.



Me? I've moved the flowerboxes beside my Vent du Sud mainstore, and put in new ones (with a couple of dollarbies and more surprises to come. Think 'VALENTINE GIFTS' with a touch of class - go check it out!






And just to make sure there are always lots of surprises here, Ferri Lane has put out a superb pair of classic white stilettos for FREE (and yes I know the photo is red).
Grab them at Ashton and Lane, as well as their welcome gift (see Sunday's blog)



So as always, lots of newness, lots of superb, unique things... and lots of fun. All at Vent du Sud!

The fires are going out at Vent du Sud

No, we're not leaving: far from it. Just that we never have enough prims to keep everything around (or at least until I win the lottery and can buy a full sim!)

Tomorrow, we're going to be moving (most of) the fires and fire pillars to make way for some new things at Vent du Sud, so this really is the last chance to grab any one of over a dozen models, including fire baskets, pillars, and some great accessories.

All of them are mod/copy, and the prices are all reduced to 50L or 30L - more than a bargain for such detailed work. These flames look so real, so lively, and of course click on and off.

The accessories (logs, fire tools) are almost-freebies, so don't miss those either!

Imagine the hanging basket of fire or a plain but striking pillar outside or inside your home: they go with either themed or modern builds. Or a Victorian fireplace like the one below - so cosy!

Please drop in and have a look around: if we're on the sim (and we often are ), we have some great gifts to offer you there and then - whether you buy something or not.

Also, there's a tiny but beautifully crafted single rose in a heavy glass vase as a DOLLARBIE in Fleurs du Sud: transferable of course, so a pretty gift for someone (check out the gorgeous VALENTINE flowerboxes too, if you want to give a lasting, striking and CLASSY gift to that special person).

And last but not least, Pearl and Ferri (Ashton & Lane) have put out a gift to mark their opening at Vent du Sud: these three classical tops are in a bag: help yourself - direct tp here.

Their store is by the (recently thawed!) pool, and near our great dock where you can watch the gulls, or have a dance in the soft light of southern France.

Vent du Sud: it's where we call home, and we love to share it. Come on over!

Fireplaces for Fifty and other specials, all weekend!

Vent du Sud... *cough, splutter*

There's nothing like logging in to be greeted by waves of mist (blue, very blue), a cloud of bubbles and a cannon shooting hearts... but it's a taste of things to discover soon at Vent du Sud, (where our building addiction is far bigger than our prims available).

If you need some very nifty particle effects for a club, by the way, jets or water doing fancy things, or even a wave of (not necessarily blue) mist for your castle or whatever, contact our very own Menthal Oh. He'll be happy to do something custom-made, very special, and at a price that will make you smile.

Today's post, though, is in fact to announce that our 'fire special' theme is drawing to a close... some of them will be retired to make room for new things.

Until Sunday at midnight, however, they are all on sale: 50L or 30L (mod/copy).

One in the Midnight Mania board too, with a small target (the photo below would be a hint).

While you're grabbing a superb fireplace from a good dozen to choose from, Rett has reduced her 'flames' dress even more just this weekend: down from 300L to 200L. Yes, I had to twist her arm... but she's delighted to see so many shoppers discovering her store here!

On display at the entrance to her store, on the square.

And last but not least, there's a gift bag out at Ashton and Lane: not one but three really pretty, classic, basic tops in great colours. Photos of them tomorrow!

Don't miss out on all this (although you may need an oxygen mask or an umbrella on the square depending on what Menthal's playing with): never a dull moment at Vent du Sud!

Of patios and polkadots

Is it nearly spring yet? Looking at it snowing here in the south of France, it doesn't feel like it. But at least there's sunshine in SL... or at least at Vent du Sud!

And to help it along a bit, I've packed up my patio set - one of my best-sellers - into a great value bundle - all copiable and lots of great colours and varied anims to choose from with a simple click (see a couple of the colours here, but there are another four, including rich dark brown suede to choose from).

Get the armchair, the couch, the parasol, the table and even the candle, and with two armchairs out, the whole set is just 17 prims. Save nearly 50% on buying the individual pieces: only 250L.

Find it here, right by the ice rink (which I think I need to turn back into a pool to cheer me up in this awful weather!)

As for Rett, she's in a spring mood too! Find this cute, classy and sassy polka dot outfit at her store on the square. Creamy yellow and black with a matching belt, and beautifully detailed as always. A great outfit to mix and match.

OK, I'm off to break some virtual ice... !