The moment you step in front SATO’s “Retro School Grounds” backdrop for the BLUE Event, you’re transported to a scene straight out of a moody French film. Rain-slick and gritty stone glisten under muted sunlight. Long, cinematic shadows move across the courtyard and there is a hush in the air — the kind of stillness that feels heavy yet comforting — as if the swings themselves have absorbed decades of whispered secrets and unspoken dreams.
The palette here is subdued and romantic — charcoal, soft navy, and misty grey — hues that evoke Paris in November. You can almost hear the slow patter of rain against old wooden benches and the echo of footsteps across dampness. I have to give a huge thank you to KHEOPS for creating this amazing (FAUX) fur coat “Vesna” because it slides over the “Lila” dress from ROWNE perfectly!
You see, the backdrop doesn’t just sit behind you; it frames you, enfolds you, and gives your story a setting rich with depth and mystery. Despite its melancholic undertones, there’s an undeniable warmth. Where else can you find a use for AZOURY and their “Velitor” umbrella/hat combo? It works perfectly with .SHI and the “Altira” hair! I swear, pass me a cigarette and a tea right now!
Darkmoon is giving us that wonderful melancholy vibe with their GunMetal shadow and Cat Liner and, as you can see, It’s less about fitting in and more about standing out — letting your outfit, your expression, and your mood carry the story. I cant wait to read your story too!
skin: a.b – Alexa – Rose Kiss
head: Lelutka– AVALON
hair: .Shi Hair : Altira
vanity: {dm} . SS – Gun Metal/ Cat Liner . Black 75%
outfit: Jeune by Rowne– Lila Net Dress – Onyx/Kheops– VESNA – FUR COAT – Black
accessory: AZOURY– Velitor {Metal Silver}/Rowne– Emina Bikini Top – Brown
Poses: old Slouch Poses
backdrop: SATO- Retro School Grounds@ BLUE EVENT
Artifex Silence 