Showing posts with label Store. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Store. Show all posts
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Saturday, October 26, 2013
CALLIE'S PICKS, Store Review
**Warning: Like many of my posts, the following is subject to a hefty amount of swearing and finger-pointing. If you are uncomfortable with foul language, this is not a post for you . . .
Today marked the opening of yet another store in the Starplaza. While I'm all for new collections, Callie's Picks was definitely not anything I was expecting.
And when I say, "Not what I was expecting," I mean it in the humblest what-a-piece-of-shit type of way. Now, it might just be me, but I'm not too keen on seeing doubles. Might I mention the use of mildly-rare items in this modern day collection?
Take the Tartan Cap Sleeve Dress, for example. Remember seeing that in Stardoll's Versus S/S 2011 collection? Ah, let the nostalgia sink in. And while we're at it, how about the Tartan Dress inspired by McQueen? If memory serves correct, at one point, that too, was considered valuable.
Though while I'm all for a re-release of something that suits my fancy, I'm not all that fond of rares releasing for round two. The very reason is in its name.
Lets start with why a rare is labeled a rare. Because it pertains to a certain value, therefore making it desirable. Kicking up the dosage of nostalgia: I can clearly remember asking my parents why the government doesn't make more money? To me, it made so much sense - hell, no one would suffer poverty; everyone'd earn a healthy dose of food each evening; and be able to afford all the 'wants' in life.
That's the thing, though. If money was spewing from trees, it wouldn't be seen as desirable. Same thing relates to Stardoll's rares. If everyone had lets just say, the DKNY Scuba Dress (Ah, yes, that'd be nice, wouldn't it?), it wouldn't be seen as a got-to-have item. And yeah, I'm well aware of the eye rolling; you don't need a lesson on value.
Aside from the point, though . . . lets not forget the other items featured in Callie's Picks.
To be completely honest, the entire collection makes my head spin at the sight of two completely different sides of Stardoll. I'm sure you're all highly aware of my - quite - obvious distaste towards newer collections of Stardoll's - hence the super shiny objects that appear as if they'd just gotten a hitchhike from Barbie. Often times I'll find myself wishing for elder feats of Stardoll - a little something I like to call quality. And yes, you can get that too, all here at Callie's most coveted closet. From the Gold Foil Plaid Dress (Which features the best of Photoshop's dodge and burn tools . . . ), to the Ruffle Hem Blouse (And ironically, doesn't even cater a speck of plaid), you can get all pieces of tartan known to man. Or dolls, in this case.
I'd also like to touch up on the fact that Stardoll seared the face of a fictional character into the seams of their "new" clothing. Cause' lets face it, Callie.Stardoll is just a myth in their game. If there was some solid proof that in fact Callie existed, then maybe I'd change my mind. Though, it's going to take a lot of convincing seen as it's been confirmed many times over that she's just a made-up name. That said, if it really is an invisi-woman making all the decisions, then how the hell is Stardoll translating her words of silence into a solid fourty plus items?
Also couldn't help but point out the cliche'd title of Stardoll's latest and greatest? I swear even "Original Future" is more original than that . . .
On a high note, however, I was actually thrilled by the little quick-fact article written up - all if you click on the "About the Trend" icon as featured in the store. It'll make up for some educated dollies as to this season's hottest trends, even if it's just the tip of the iceberg, at best. I'm just happy Stardoll brought in some facts strait off the runway - albeit the items featured come from previous seasons, and are so-called out of style.
Despite some - in my opinion - major flaws in Callie's Picks, I was alright with this release. I'd just wished it'd taken more than ten minutes top to create a collection of fourty-six misfits. And of course, add a dose of quality, and then I'll hand Stardoll over my seal of approval.
Today marked the opening of yet another store in the Starplaza. While I'm all for new collections, Callie's Picks was definitely not anything I was expecting.
And when I say, "Not what I was expecting," I mean it in the humblest what-a-piece-of-shit type of way. Now, it might just be me, but I'm not too keen on seeing doubles. Might I mention the use of mildly-rare items in this modern day collection?
Take the Tartan Cap Sleeve Dress, for example. Remember seeing that in Stardoll's Versus S/S 2011 collection? Ah, let the nostalgia sink in. And while we're at it, how about the Tartan Dress inspired by McQueen? If memory serves correct, at one point, that too, was considered valuable.
Though while I'm all for a re-release of something that suits my fancy, I'm not all that fond of rares releasing for round two. The very reason is in its name.
Lets start with why a rare is labeled a rare. Because it pertains to a certain value, therefore making it desirable. Kicking up the dosage of nostalgia: I can clearly remember asking my parents why the government doesn't make more money? To me, it made so much sense - hell, no one would suffer poverty; everyone'd earn a healthy dose of food each evening; and be able to afford all the 'wants' in life.
That's the thing, though. If money was spewing from trees, it wouldn't be seen as desirable. Same thing relates to Stardoll's rares. If everyone had lets just say, the DKNY Scuba Dress (Ah, yes, that'd be nice, wouldn't it?), it wouldn't be seen as a got-to-have item. And yeah, I'm well aware of the eye rolling; you don't need a lesson on value.
Aside from the point, though . . . lets not forget the other items featured in Callie's Picks.
To be completely honest, the entire collection makes my head spin at the sight of two completely different sides of Stardoll. I'm sure you're all highly aware of my - quite - obvious distaste towards newer collections of Stardoll's - hence the super shiny objects that appear as if they'd just gotten a hitchhike from Barbie. Often times I'll find myself wishing for elder feats of Stardoll - a little something I like to call quality. And yes, you can get that too, all here at Callie's most coveted closet. From the Gold Foil Plaid Dress (Which features the best of Photoshop's dodge and burn tools . . . ), to the Ruffle Hem Blouse (And ironically, doesn't even cater a speck of plaid), you can get all pieces of tartan known to man. Or dolls, in this case.
I'd also like to touch up on the fact that Stardoll seared the face of a fictional character into the seams of their "new" clothing. Cause' lets face it, Callie.Stardoll is just a myth in their game. If there was some solid proof that in fact Callie existed, then maybe I'd change my mind. Though, it's going to take a lot of convincing seen as it's been confirmed many times over that she's just a made-up name. That said, if it really is an invisi-woman making all the decisions, then how the hell is Stardoll translating her words of silence into a solid fourty plus items?
Also couldn't help but point out the cliche'd title of Stardoll's latest and greatest? I swear even "Original Future" is more original than that . . .
On a high note, however, I was actually thrilled by the little quick-fact article written up - all if you click on the "About the Trend" icon as featured in the store. It'll make up for some educated dollies as to this season's hottest trends, even if it's just the tip of the iceberg, at best. I'm just happy Stardoll brought in some facts strait off the runway - albeit the items featured come from previous seasons, and are so-called out of style.
Despite some - in my opinion - major flaws in Callie's Picks, I was alright with this release. I'd just wished it'd taken more than ten minutes top to create a collection of fourty-six misfits. And of course, add a dose of quality, and then I'll hand Stardoll over my seal of approval.
Monday, August 12, 2013
Your Thoughts: Mod Market
Before anyone asks - the best dressed lists are coming! They will all be released in the next week or so. Thank you for being patient while I take a break from regular posts at TTT.
Earlier today a new store entitled Mod Market was released to the Starplaza, featuring a selection of both fashion and interior items, with prices ranging from 7-24 stardollars. Although I find the concept of the store very cute and somewhat original for Stardoll, I'm left disappointed with the quality for the entirety of the clothing. The prices are average for a Stardoll clothing store, with the interior items are heavily overpriced as per usual. What are your thoughts on this new shop? Comment below and I will add your thoughts to the post.
Vivian: I think the initial idea is a pretty decent one, but after a while, I'd think they'd start running out of concept ideas pretty fast...
Anonymous: When I saw the message in my inbox I was a bit anxious to see what the items would look like but I was disappointed that there were only few items of clothing in the store & lots of interior items & I wondered why the furniture items weren't just included in the pop shop store & the few clothes put in the wild candy, original future or any of the other stores with that theme. Most of their new releases only have very few starcoin items or none at all, which makes that currency almost pointless. I don't like the patterns on the fabric although I like the red & teal platform shoes, the wigs & the bags. This shop might be like the fever shop which stayed only for a short time at starplaza, & it looks like a store (apart from the furniture) from short term sponsor stores like D-signed etc not main collections.
Earlier today a new store entitled Mod Market was released to the Starplaza, featuring a selection of both fashion and interior items, with prices ranging from 7-24 stardollars. Although I find the concept of the store very cute and somewhat original for Stardoll, I'm left disappointed with the quality for the entirety of the clothing. The prices are average for a Stardoll clothing store, with the interior items are heavily overpriced as per usual. What are your thoughts on this new shop? Comment below and I will add your thoughts to the post.
Vivian: I think the initial idea is a pretty decent one, but after a while, I'd think they'd start running out of concept ideas pretty fast...
Anonymous: When I saw the message in my inbox I was a bit anxious to see what the items would look like but I was disappointed that there were only few items of clothing in the store & lots of interior items & I wondered why the furniture items weren't just included in the pop shop store & the few clothes put in the wild candy, original future or any of the other stores with that theme. Most of their new releases only have very few starcoin items or none at all, which makes that currency almost pointless. I don't like the patterns on the fabric although I like the red & teal platform shoes, the wigs & the bags. This shop might be like the fever shop which stayed only for a short time at starplaza, & it looks like a store (apart from the furniture) from short term sponsor stores like D-signed etc not main collections.
LadyGagaMcqueen: I think it looks cheap to be honest. Too many colors without any real difference in concept... Nothing really interesting in my opinion. I thought of maybe buying the Mondrian dress, but it doesn't look as the YSL one at all..and yes 18 stardollars is too much for a dress with such an unattractive shape! Still it's a style that some might like...
Thursday, April 4, 2013
LE, OUT NOW
The sixteenth collection of Limited Edition was released today with prices ranging from 32 to 175 stardollars. I'm not too fond of the random pricing as I much prefer when the numbers end as a multiple of 5. I think prices like 63, 32 and 168 all look a bit random. The store itself is reasonably nice with a good range of items. There is also quite a range in quality with some incredible pieces and some things that could have came from Velvet Orchid. Overall however this is quite a good collection and there are definitely quite a few nice staple pieces I would recommend.
I will publish a full review along with my purchases later on in the week.
What did you think of the collection?
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