The new collection of Doree seems like something just to match the latest edition of Dot. The colours again are extremely vibrant and possibly dyes we’ve seen before. The packaging of Doree has changed. This being that it is not only one model – but actually three with a range of different hairstyles and skin colour. It is a nice thought that Stardoll has updated Doree. The vast majority of the dyes seem “new-ish” bar the Lavendar Dove. Usually with a new set of dyes the exact same colours are also released as highlighters. Now this isn’t the case as we only have three highlighters, but I am honestly not too fussed.

Lel.

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My account has gained 150 Stardollars out of the blue – not even appearing anywhere in my transactions. It has been a very strange day. I think I have visited almost +100 accounts within the past thirty minutes – hope people in TRR. do not mind especially if someone was saving all the requests up. I was bored after two hour long Chemistry revision, hence why I decided to write this (practically) pointless post.

Toodle pip.

It certainly seems that the last collection released from Dot was donkey’s ago. I always look forward to make-up releases on Stardoll. The Beauty Parlor can be a very restricting place where one can only do so much before the limits occur or your doll ends up looking like a dog’s dinner. There is not that much freedom involved, unlike in real life. If you want to apply vine-like eyeliner from the corner of your eye down to your cheek there is nothing stopping you – on Stardoll there is.

The colours are very striking, almost flashy without verging on the step of neon. I have had a little taster with the shadows and I have to say they blend extremely well. I usually don’t allow my doll to wear such bright colours but I am finding it pretty simple to just add a thin layer of the bright/dark shadows with a White overlapping as to tone it down. The applicators, in comparison to ordinary Dot products, are stubby and small in size. Perhaps it is down to the fact that I have not had a proper Beauty Parlor session for a while, although I do feel that this new collection’s shadows glide a lot easier than say to Sephora or any other shadows on Stardoll. I prefer the applicators with a smaller stem as I feel like I am in more control of the brush itself.

The packaging of the Valentine’s collection is similar to the colour palette in a sense that it is eye-catching and colourful. I think we tend to associate Valentine’s with dull pinks and rosy reds, so I like the fact that Stardoll went for something a little alternative and adding some energy back into Dot. My favourites are the brow pencils and mascaras. This is mainly due to the fact that Stardoll is adding a different range of colours rather than re-introducing the usual norms.

This collection doesn’t deserve the “Dark-shadow-on-the-outer-corners-main-colour-swamps-the-rest-of-the-entire-eyelid” treatment, however I am tired. It’s one of my biggest pet peeves when folks create tutorials where they use this exact same format over and over again. Add some funky liner – mix it up!

My first play-around. One of the great qualities of this collection is that it isn’t just solely for Valentine’s day. It isn’t all pink fluff. You can actually make some really unique looks using the variety of bold reds and pinks, as well as the darker tones of blue and purple.

It’s sleek, classic and simplistic. These are the kind of items you are most likely to find in your own home. It’s not outlandish and the prices aren’t over the top.

Stardoll are stealing our money again! The greedy $?%*#@!!!

Seriously I couldn’t care. Every time a pass or something that basically “benefits” paying members is released we, as a whole community, start verbally attacking our doll’s makers. I personally do not believe that offering a good deal to members is greedy. You do not need to buy it. It is just there if you want it. What I would call greedy: If I paid Stardoll £5 for 1 month membership and they only decided to give me two weeks (even if that is unlawful) or even charging far more than £5.

These passes are good for overall deals. My membership was running out and I felt like my Stardollar count was broken so I thought I may as well. As I am (hopefully) attempting to gradually separate from the five year long attachment between Stardoll and myself, I haven’t made things easier.

Lel.

I am completely in the dark when a new Youtube video will be made. Teachers speak of up and coming assessments, however there are no specific dates so I cannot plan ahead. To make things up I may just post another Make-up In Real Life entry. I also have circle lenses arriving tomorrow so it would be lovely to review them at some point in time.

Tatty byes!

I’ve seen people on Twitter address everyone with “Ni hao” and then go on to say “Kung hei fat choi”. Dears, you’re speaking two different languages there. Great thing about the new year are the red envelopes *cough* as well as being a family fun-filled occasion where we can all hope for a prosperous year.

These are actually lai see I obtained in China before I left in October. They’re not just solely used for the new year. They come in a whole range of designs from Minnie Mouse to Hello Kitty. 

CCTV News have some great coverage on the big festivities right now – with monotonous and frozen dubs.

Stardoll’s latern is great and all . . but it doesn’t beat this one. I got sent this on BBM just last year.

If cannot recognise the little figure, it is little 晶晶! One of the five Beijing Olympic mascots who just so happens to be a Giant Panda.  Wenlock and Mandeville can kiss his little furry ass.

So on that final note, I shall bid my farewell.

 新年快樂!

心心.

Well I’ve hopped onto Stardoll and this appeared in my mail box. I was gaining my Starcoins earlier and I couldn’t help but notice all those little contact card icons on various Royalty’s avatars. So I presume it has something to do with this little thing?

I haven’t bought it myself, having absolutely nil coins since Antidote, but I guess the main factor of purchasing quite an expensive “product” is the fact that you can earn commission. I like the sound of this “career centre” and I only hope and make-up one arrives soon. However, it is only for royalty members. I haven’t scanned through the Official Royalty Club’s discussions, but there was quite a lot of talk a while ago about perks for those who have paid x amount of money to Stardoll. Whether or not you personally think it is fair, nevertheless Stardoll have done it.  I suppose this won’t help the never-ending barrier between those who have membership and those who choose not to buy it.

I expect a lot of spam on Stardoll in the next few days. I wonder what is next to appear in this career centre.  Although thinking about it, it may take a while.

It’s nice. I’m waiting to see if anyone has actually made a Star Wars-themed room with lightsabers.

Lel.

If this was ever branded as Limited Edition – no matter what the designs were – at least one third of the collection would be close to selling out by now. It is true that almost every member identifies LE as the more desired brand. Surprisingly enough, this Antidote collection seems reasonably priced – in comparison to previous collections and other limited edition stores. None of the items reach over 100 Stardollars. So I wouldn’t be afraid to say that almost all Superstars could afford one piece of Antidote – if they save their Starcoins.

When it comes down to limited edition tagged stores, the cheapest items – most likely sunglasses- sell out the fastest. I did not reach the laptop that early, but by the time I had arrived only one item had sold out. This was the Banded Black Pleather Boots. They wouldn’t be something I would personally buy, but it’s understandable. A “cheap” versatile pair of Antidote boots for 35 Stardollars isn’t too bad at all. The sunglasses have been left practically untouched. Another popular item was the Blue Long Extensions. It has just sold out as I am writing. I bought them myself, mainly because they do remind me of a certain Vocaloid. Side-tracking here.. I did create a make-up tutorial which was unreleased. I should really find the clip and get it edited.

I think Stardoll has hit a mark by producing the store’s background as purchasable interior – as they have done with LE in the past. I was tempted to buy the carousel, however I know nothing will ever become of it. My favourite item has to be the Kitty Cat Purse. So adorable! Overall it isn’t such a bad job. Graphics-wise I think some of the items could have been produced a little better, but I think the main shocker was the price tags. I have to say, some of these items are being sold for Tribute prices. Perhaps Stardoll learnt their lesson? Selling a pair of drawers for 100 Stardollars will not guarantee anything. Lets just hope this one sells out in time . .

Lel1996

xoxoxo

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Nowadays we use the internet for almost anything. I can order a Pizza from the comfort of my own laptop, instead of making that oh-so nerve raking delivery call, and have it delivered right to my doorstep within twenty minutes. Fifteen years ago there was no such thing as “smart boards” within classrooms. You had your simple whiteboard and blackboard. Suddenly I find myself watching Youtube rap videos on the subject of photosynthesis in Biology, then gazing at 3D spinning molecules of Crystal Meth in Chemistry.

People use the internet to do a whole range of different tasks. Whether it is to find your future husband or wife, sell your old Sims 2 games or to bid like an Ebay maniac on those pair of designer shoes that you crave to such an extent. What we miss or lack in the real world, we attempt to gain online.

Friends, acquaintances, comrades, companions, mates, pals, buddies, associates and chums alike are difficult to build bridges with, at first. When you’re younger I believe it’s far more easier to build relationships with people. There’s none of that embarrassment or awkwardness that heavily occurs when you suddenly reach high school. Although I suppose I met my friends really quickly when I started first year. Online it is a completely different story.

On Chat Roulette, if you don’t like what you see you disconnect and move on. That’s how it mostly works online. Well from what I’ve experienced. There’s none of that awkward eye-contact or ever-lasting silence. It a straight-forward “Hi, I’m Lel! How are you?”, and then the conversation moves forward.

I watched a documentary the other day about internet relationships. They got a psychologist on camera, who explained that having relationships online isn’t healthy and creates psychological problems for the future. She was talking about romantic relationships, but the same thing can be said for any kind. Solely depending on the internet as a way to communicate with people outside your home isn’t healthy. In real life you need to be able to have that one-on-one conversation with someone, have a laugh with a group of friends and just be able to let your mouth do the talking instead of your fingers.

My friends online make me laugh, but I feel that in real life there’s more of a connection or essence of friendship together as a unit. Don’t get me wrong, I have met an entire range of people online with whom I like to chat with whenever I can, but I would say having conversations with friends online and real life isn’t the same. Meeting a stranger online is liberating. One wouldn’t be scared of judgement – most of the time. You may find that people who share similar interests do not live around in your local area, or if you live in an isolated place way out in the middle of nowhere. The great thing about the internet is that if you have some weird and wacky obsession or hobby, there’s bound to be hundreds of people online that share it too.

Picture source: http://epued.blogspot.com/

It’s sad that I counted which ones I already own.

On Stardoll I sometimes just think the term “friend” just applies to a list. I pass through my twenty-three pages and I barely recognise many faces with whom I speak to on a regular basis. I clear out my list every now and then, but it always manages to sneak up. Do we just envisage this list and all the members it contains as a bunch of numbers?

Through features like Parties and Clubs we gather in large (or small) crowds of internet users from around the globe and discuss the most serious of global matters or to spread entertaining internet memes around. There’s that assumption that if you’re searching for friends or any sort of relationship online, you’re classified as an outsider in the real world. That is definitely not the case. Online friends provide a sense of freedom. I mostly talk to my real life friends about everything, but it’s nice to just step out of that social circle and relate to someone who is miles away.

I know people see the internet as away to escape from their real identity, and instead make one completely out of their own imagination. I have never done this myself, mainly because I am happy with who I truly am and I’ve seen the severe consequences of doing so, but I assume that you feel comforted by the fact you can be anyone you say yourself to be. Although when your web of false claims is suddenly destroyed, it can essentially cause the break down of a once happy mutual friendship. Well, depending on the kind of claims they used.

The most typical stereotype online over the aspect of fake identities.

Picture source: community.mis.temple.edu

I think it’s easier in real life to say someone face to face that they’re rubbing the wrong side of you. Online it isn’t so easy. Before you know your messages are screen-capped and are posted on a personal tumblr, blog or Twitter. What really irks me online is people like to boast about all ranges of things that aren’t necessarily needed. Yes it is lovely that you like Manga, Anime, are a female gamer, adore K-pop, J-pop, Japan, any other country in which you wish to visit, a specific band, a type of music genre that appears “outdated” etc – but we do not need to hear about it all the time through constant Stardoll presentation or social network media updates. Or even more so, people constantly lie in order to relate to your interests. In real life you can quickly give someone a slap – not necessarily so online. Only kidding.

Sustaining friendships online is difficult. It isn’t like school where you will see everyone on Monday at 9 o’clock almost every week. It takes two to open up your computers and laptops and actually begin to converse with one another. Not all things work out and people leave Stardoll and you associate yourself with new people every day. Personally I believe having online friends is a refreshing thing, however one should not solely depend on these people as a way of communication. You need to go outside and have that physical contact. Someday in the future I suppose there will be a period in time whereby we will only communicate with people through screens by advanced technology. We’ll become just like those folks in Wall.E. The sad future of mankind.

Lel.

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Apologies if this post jumps around a bit. I should really create a plan for these kinds of things.

It has certainly been a while since the last Antidote collection was released. Stardoll stated themselves that until the collection sold out, there would be no new collection on the works. I presume they got tired of waiting? The last collection was not the most versatile and only a few items shone out for me.

Antidote has always been the little sister (or brother) to LE. To express this in K-pop terms: I see LE as more of a SNSD kind of thing, and Antidote as more something suited to 2NE1. It isn’t as well refined and is more about colour, abstract design and something alternative. This time round they’ve gone with something of a funfair/amusement park theme. When I saw the gigantic elephant I immediately thought of Banksy.

Picture source: didntyouhear.com

I would probably have to see the clothes up and proper in Starplaza before I could say I would definitely buy a piece. I am unsure on what date this will be released, but I’m guessing on a weekday. Maybe as earliest as Monday?

Lel.

I have been away from the laptop for just under a week and arrive online to see this. Okay, so it’s a little different. These are not pieces I would force my own little doll to wear, but kudos to Stardoll for just trying something a little different. They cannot forever produce Dior inspired floor length gowns or Gucci Tributes – I think that would become very tedious. I think the only one-piece suit I’ve ever owned was when I was an infant. They’re very popular in the UK for lounging in at the weekends, but that is all I know.

Altogether there are eight one-pieces, all in a wide variation of styles and also paired with accommodating slippers. At 15 Stardollars a pop, it does not convince me to go out and buy one. However the bunnies one-piece reminds me a lot like Cinnamorrol – despite being a dog.

Picture source: kaboodle.com

Furniture that is available for everyone! Rejoice! Of course this isn’t going to be something extravagant – hence Basics in the title – however I think they’ve done the job well. I have to admit, the prices are a little steep here and there. Being a non-enthusiastic decorator I would have no clue what to do with these items, but I’m sure those talented members out there will figure out to do some jazzy things.

Lel.

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Yes I am still alive. Regarding the recent posts and messages I have been receiving: I am not leaving. I’ve just recently become tired of the entire entity that is Stardoll – and all magical things that it contains. Beforehand I used to treat Stardoll as a daily commitment, but now I will just decide to log in whenever I can or want to.

I’ve just went back to school after, what seems like, the shortest term break ever. I hate how my teachers have left all the summary and assessments until after the holidays, as now I have five on my plate. I would have rather been given work to do over the holidays. This is not an excuse for my absence, but more of a contributing factor to why I cannot be bothered dealing with Stardoll.

Deadlines are flying all over the place – my little planner cannot keep up – so I do not know when the next tutorial will be made. I was hoping to get some posts up earlier this week but my laptop has not received a long due break since China. And for now, I bid you goodbye.

With the outlandish first look I just had to make something a little more wearable. Sadly the make-up limit was driving me crazy. It is almost becoming impossible to create eye make-up for two eyes. When it happens I have to resort into using the Starpoint hairstyle into covering the other eye. As always, if you do not have any of the make-up featured then substitute for other products that you currently own.

Hope you enjoyed the tutorial.

Lel.

I don’t know what is going to happen to this blog from now on. I’ll probably just be writing weekly and logging into Stardoll when I can be bothered. I wasn’t really looking forward to making a tutorial today, but in the next few weeks I have summary tests so I definitely won’t be able to make one then.

Apologies if I haven’t replying to messages (and especially Chat). It’s not that I “hate” or are intentionally ignoring you, I just don’t like speaking on Chat. I miss the old days of 2008 where we had the On/Off button.

On another note, aside from my short departure, Splendid has been injected with some head gear! I have been longingly waiting for some Stardoll-made hairbands for some time now. I am a big fan of the stuff in real life – mainly in the field of bows – and they’re a great way to add some finishing touches to an outfit or doll. Especially in make-up tutorials. However, I would not stick just any gear on my doll if it did not suit the theme or outfit. That’s just me.

I love the two vield headbands. I don’t think we’ve seen anything like it since one of the very old Hotbuys. The Diamond Headbands are nice cheap alternatives to the very expensive Epiphany Diamond Tiara. My favourite is the Flower Drop Headwear. It is simplistic yet oozes delicacy and purity. I like the new batch, pardon the Sapphire Headwear.

Prices range from 5 Stardollars to 7 Stardollars, and also between 76 to 78 Starcoins.

Oh and kiddies, learn to write your own posts. Especially if you claim to be one year older than myself. You should know better.

It is called “Blogging” for a reason. Not copying and pasting other work.