The latest fashion accessory?

Now, doesn't everybody in SL need a blowtorch?

Well, if you like clever gadgets or fancy a change of, er, weapon, here's one you can wear or add to your decor (14 prims, 50L), or. It turns on and off, of course... and is one of Menthal Oh's fun additions to our great selection of fireplaces, accessories and fire pillars at Vent du Sud.

To the left is the cutest table decoration with three flames that he's selling for 10L - a real giveaway for such painstaking work (and yes I know I cut a bit of it off but maybe you should check it out as a whole?)

We're going to change the 50% off items any time now, so drop in and grab Menthal's monumental, central fireplace (low-prim and stunning) for just 100L while you can. You really have to see it (or check out my blog a couple of days ago for a pic).

And two more examples of Menthal's talent (among lots of others to be found at Vent du Sud? A two-prim campfire (see pic) that is an almost-freebie - and yes, just 2 prims.

Last but not least, a whole pile of superbly textured logs plus an axe... a superb addition to any rustic decor. It's mod/copy so I suppose you could take out the axe and... er... yeah.

Axes, blowtorches... maybe I'd better be really nice to Menthal in case his next creation is even more potentially dangerous!

Rett is still selling her spectacular red 'flames' dress at the special price of 250L too (again check out this blog two days ago), but grab it while you can. Just across the square from the tp.

Drop in, warm your toes, and shop for stunning, original creations (not just fires, of course): only at Vent du Sud!

Cornered!

Short of space for a fire? Or have an empty corner? How about this from Vent du Sud? A really great corner fireplace with a difference.

The details: 9 prims, but for that you get a sliding etched glass door and flames on/off. And for just 129L (copy too)!

With the pretty mantel light as a dollarbie for today.

Want it in a different colour? Just ask me, Ariadne Korda and I'll make you a custom version to suit your decor. Same goes for all our fires and fireplaces.

See the log basket? Just 5L today at Vent du Sud and only two prims. To go with that new fireplace you've been promising yourself, of course... and don't forget the luscious fur rugs at low, low prices too!

And yet again, two great items at half price today from a host of really gorgeous fires, fire pillars and accessories. Go look!

Also, it's still snowing in the South of France. I would give rather a lot for a fireplace right now... plus a decent snow shovel.

That said, hopping back to Vent du Sud to see some virtual sunshine and olive trees without snow on them. Drop in and check out our other great decor and fashion.

Vent du Sud - more cosiness, more fires

Mmm, I could just do with one of these in RL right now!

But it's still nice and cosy here at Vent du Sud with all these great fires around.

Yesterday's specials will be changed sometime today - and this time you'll have to look around to see which they are (but remember, the prices are low anyway - normal price just 69L for this pillar, available in several metals or enamels).

They're mod/copy, the flame turns on and off, and they're a great accent piece (and they cast a soft, warm light when turned on).

Imagine a couple of them outside your front door, in your garden, or even as an alternative to a fireplace in a small apartment!

And, as promised, Rett Gentil is doing a special offer, and this is quite a dress. Think 'flames', think 'unusual', think heavy satin.

Sexy but classy is Rett's philosophy and you'll definitely set any dance floor on fire with this one.

Normally 350L, it's reduced to 250L this week. Get it right here at her store on the square!

Don't forget the really stunning fire accessories and luscious animal skins available too, all at tiny prices. Just thing for snuggling up. So drop into Vent du Sud today and choose a great new fire!

(And... um... 'hot' news: I think Menthal is going to reduce the price of his big, central fireplace sometime today. Check it out (see yesterday's blog) and admire the great lines and superb embers).

Vent du Sud on fire!

What better to do when it's cold and snowy than a nice warm fire, a rug... and getting cosy?

Since I've been sitting here watching the white stuff weigh down the palm trees (yes, even in southern France), Menthal Oh and I decided it was time for Vent du Sud to get busy on a whole new special theme, so we have joined forces to offer a host of fireplaces, firebowls, log baskets, fire tools, and luscious animal skins.

Lots of styles, lots of colours: from classical to modern to rustic to sleek designer models. A big, central feature or a corner fireplace to save space - the choice is yours.

These are really not just any fireplaces. We both love making them so I think the challenge of trying to outdo each other means we've come up with something really special. Up to you to judge!

Low-prim of course, although you'd never know it. And with a meticulous eye for detail (flames on/off on most, soft crackling, gentle lighting effects, sliding glass doors... check them out).

Permissions? Copy / mod. Great if you want to furnish a set of houses, or place a couple of fire pillars or baskets outside.

And the best part: Every day (or two) we'll be offering one item each at HALF PRICE. There are also a couple of freebies and nearly-freebies to be had as you wander around the whole new area, right on the Vent du Sud main square, beside the teleport point.

First up is this incredibly detailed hanging fire basket for 65L instead of 129, and the cute, rustic stove (on the right of the photo above) for 50L instead of 100L. But come grab them now as we'll be moving onto others sooner than you think. Find them easily thanks to the 50% off sign.

Last teaser... there's a small, transfer version of the blue fire pillar in my subscribo: hop over and click - it's a great way of discovering just how pretty these fires are.

(More fires at Menthal's store right next door, too, if these aren't enough for you!)

Watch out for the next specials over coming days (and tomorrow, a flame red dress on the 'fire' theme from Rett, which I suspect is already out and ready at her store, at a big discount)

You really need a new fireplace, don't you? Come and choose one that's perfect for you, and from Vent du Sud, of course!

Another day, another dollarbie from VENT DU SUD

Today's dollarbie at Vent du Sud: a CLASSY wreath: 4 prims, all sculpted (no alpha issues). You'll have to find it (hint - attached to a post not far from the ice rink). But that gives you time to pick up lots of other unique, elegant Christmas decor either free or at giveaway prices (another hint: some on the market stand, right beside the ice rink, at Rett's store).

Christmassy colours for the furnishings too - for instance this classy lantern (8 prims, automatic (SOFT) glow at night, mod/copy) is reduced from 79L to just 40L for a couple of days (again, near the ice rink).

And below, something fantastic from Geek Back: can you believe these shutters are just 3 prims? And the lamp is just ONE? Really, you have to see them to believe them. These lamps are copy / mod - just imagine the saving in prims!

Find them near to his curtains at Vent du Sud (some new models coming soon). He has other amazing sculpts (including roofs that have to be seen to be believed) at his new store, E & E - more than worth checking out.

More specials on the way but don't wait too long: some will disappear to make room for them!

Drop in at Vent du Sud: we're always pleased to see you (and if we do, we tend to hand out gifts).

Or just enjoy a skate, a dance, and watch the waves.

Rett, respect, and really special

I finally wrestled this pic of Rett's Christmas dress out of her, because she's busy making custom-made, fur-trimmed undies for a client (that no, she won't sell in the store in that version because according to Rett, custom is custom, and exclusive is exclusive).

Must say it looks chilly, though, when she lands on the square in a few skimpy bits of organza and fur (which is not snow-covered and won't be: I moved to the South of France to get away from shovelling the stuff where I used to live, which is quite irrelevant but this is my blog...

Anyway.

Details: fluffy red organza that moves beautifully. Two different tops. Different, and pretty.

Oh the price? Well, normally 400L but I wrestled a 25% discount on it, valid only at Rett's store here at Vent du Sud. So just 300L ("for the next few days only, Ari"). It's out front and impossible to miss, right near the tp point.

Oh, and it's also transferable so it makes a great, great gift (guys, note this...).

While I'm rambling about Rett and respect, I really do respect her. She cheerfully ignores my prodding to make more signs, more close-up photos, do more special offers or sales, offer lots of different colours, and tells me that she want to make her clients happy, whether that means fitting something, changing a detail or a colour, or coming up with a special gift for someone -

- which means a lot of her SL time is spent on making unique, custom items for her (extremely loyal) client base, whatever their shape, size or style. It also means that her dresses are not available in lots of colours ("because this is the colour I wanted for that dress, Ari but I can make you one in blue with a different neckline..."). Unique... is nice.

It works for her. And more power to her. She's happy with her business, and with her SL. Her prices for custom creations, considering the work and care that go into the service she gives, are more than competitive too.

And isn't that what it's all about?

Catch her by sending a notecard (Rett Gentil) if you'd like something completely personal. She'll take the time you need, and make something that will be truly yours.

(And quick plug: don't forget your Vent du sud original Christmas decor, including some really pretty stuff scattered around the square, for free or nearly). How about just 10L and 3 prims for this poinsettia pillar marking the entrance to the skating rink?)

Your own, personalised plane or kart

Wondering what to buy your favourite guy, girl, or a friend, this year? Something unique?

Well, how about a personalised version of this great little two-seater plane? In their own colours (or yours...), including a logo and the matching smoke effects. And a superbly-built masterpiece into the bargain.

And better, you have the option of an interactive distributor as well that gives any visitor a demo version to fly (meaning none of those 'you aren't the pilot, go away' messages). It then disappears on landing, so no prim-cluttering.

So, to the details: it's 30 prims (plus 1 for the plane-giver). The detailing is stunning, as are the effects (noises, propellers ... plane sort of things, y'know?)

It also comes with flying glasses, headset and microphone. Plus detailed instructions in English and French. Equally carefully crafted.

So how do you get one?

First, try one out at Vent du Sud: rezz a plane from the distributor, fly around, and it will (sadly) disappear once you land and stand up. Instructions come with it, don't worry. If you like it grab a friend and take another trip (twin-seater, remember)!

DIRECT tp to the plane-giver-thingy here

Then, contact MENTHAL OH, the creator, who will deliver your very own plane to you, in your favourite colours or with your own name or logo, within two days. He has a couple of versions to show you already. Your own plane won't disappear, though: it's yours, you are the pilot, and you can go exploring SL to your heart's content.

Price (here's the amazing part): for the plane plus accessories, and personalised - ONLY 300L

Yes, that low for something crafted with such care. And if you want a plane-giver for your friends, just an extra 100, meaning 400L (meaning unlimited planes can be rezzed)

Great deal, huh?

And if you don't like heights, try out the KART: same deal, same amazing accessories (this time with a full helmet plus opening vizor), also for an amazingly low 300 or 400L depending on whether you want your friends to come karting with you.

Same TP. And believe me, the Kart is... just wow. Imagine your own karting party in YOUR store's colours, for instance.

Only at Vent du Sud... and Menthal is often there but otherwise send him a quick notecard and he'll be delighted to tell you more.

And don't forget to check out our Christmas freebies, almost-freebies and of course our unique, friendly, little corner of SL.