#and while i went with a more casual everyday look here i would love to draw her in something more intricate sometime too

[liquidstar]

another request from cohost! my friend asked for traditional inuk hairstyle like qilliqti, which is what i ended up going with! looking up the hairstyles sent me on a sidequest of looking at a bunch of fashion designers with modern takes on traditional clothes, so i also used some of those! so credits for that under the cut vv

jacket- https://www.instagram.com/p/C3QiKIdO0Jp/?img_index=5 jacket 2 (full fashion show with more angles, and a lot of super cool designs, also really cool music)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp_eAzDu8xU patch- https://www.bradorfabrics.com/products/inukchic-iron-on-patches-celestial-narwhal hair originally from the film atanarjuat the fast runner, but the specific screenshot is here https://www.pinterest.com/pin/53480314313400875/

[blackynsupremacy]

SMITTEN

pairing: nicholas chavez x black!reader x cooper koch

summary: as their new co-star on an upcoming project, nicholas and cooper are swiftly captivated by you.

inspo: how them dudes from tvd act around kat graham. also, when actors work with niecy nash.

contains: mostly fluff, cuteness, a bit of suggestiveness, mention of filming an intimate scene, the boys being simps, the boys are lowkey smitten, the boys are clingy, mild swearing, reader is an actress, this can be perceived as platonic or romantic, it’s up to the reader.

taglist: @supaprettyg @austeenbootler @greengoblinswifey @hoffmansgirl @oscarisaackissmykitty @hnch33rios @titsout4nicholas @niteskysx @miguelspvssy @thabiddie23 @venic-bxtch @sheydnni @sabrinasopposite @hopefully-saturn @jkr820 @simply-lovley44

• you were an upcoming actress with a few small roles and obscure movies under your belt, but now it was time for your big break!

• you were casted as the female lead of a psychological romance drama. you know those scenarios of when there’s a little devil and angel on each shoulder? it was based on that concept, but your character is a woman entangled in a sensual, conflicted relationship with the assigned angel and demon that serve as her conscience and her morals are deeply affected.

• you were so pumped when you got the call confirming your role.

• on the first day of the table read, you finally got to meet your opposite co-stars, nicholas chavez and cooper koch.

• nicholas was casted as the demon, while cooper, the angel.

• as a true crime fan, you were geeked as you’ve seen their recent project on netflix.

• and maybe a couple of edits on tiktok, but that’s besides the point.

• you had to contain yourself because they were both so tall and even more handsome in person.

• when you walked in, cooper found you to be absolutely adorable.

• nicholas was a little bashful because he didn’t know you were gonna be a stunna’!

• it was more than just your beauty, your overall vibe was amazing.

• they were so friendly towards you and welcomed you with open arms before the reading starting.

• you studied your character with such precision and once you read the first couple of lines, everyone tuned in as if the scene was rolling in real time.

• you went in.

• you had everyone at the table sold.

• the chemistry was off the chain as you read your lines with nick and cooper, there was an unspoken passion between all three of you.

• after the reading was done, it was time to go home to prepare for another day on set, but the boys caught up with you real quick.

• they obviously complimented you on your work.

• you all got to chatting and it wasn’t too long before they asked for your number and socials.

• when they saw on the gram, they’d put expected nothing less.

• you had some gems!

• of course, they hit like on some photos.

• “dude, is she even real? fuck!” nicholas commented to cooper while gesturing to your vacation photos that you took on the beach.

• they each took a selfie to put as their contact photo and typed their names in your phone.

• from that day forward, they stuck to you like glue everyday on set.

• as soon as you’d clock in, they’re trailing behind you, already asking about your well-being or if you need anything.

• “hey, how’d you sleep?”

• “have you had breakfast? i can get you something if you need.”

• “that bag looks heavy, here let me carry it.”

• or compliments.

• “you look so pretty, y/n.”

• “that outfit looks amazing on you.”

• “i love the way you did your hair.”

• “wow, you’re glowing!”

• girl, your face would be heated, but you always reciprocate the kindness which drives them crazy.

• they crave for when you give them hugs or they offer to hold your hand to guide you to a location on set.

• they find it adorable when you stand on your tip toes to peck them on the cheek or they’d lean down for you to do so.

• if you’re just standing casually next to one of them, he brings his arm around your shoulder to bring you in closer.

• they smell immaculate, so you don’t mind.

• total gentleman they are!

• every door you desire to walk through, they’re already there to open it.

• if it’s cold, a hoodie or blazer is already at your fingertips.

• when you film romantic scenes with them, you can feel that vibe with each of them, whether the cameras are rolling or not.

• you love cooper’s striking hazel eyes. they were soft and sincere.

• nicholas’ gaze was a warm brown, but it could darken or intensify if needed depending on the scene.

• nicholas is a pro at the triangle method. (look it up!)

• you play your role so well, you even get them flustered.

• prolonged eye contact or lingering touches with you during takes results in the most funniest of bloopers, but they eventually compose themselves and get back to work.

• and the kiss scenes…

• oh my god.

• the guys live for those, but they couldn’t be so obvious. cooper did his job and simply complimented your work.

• nicholas could get really into character.

• his kisses were passionate and hungry, it was only supposed to be brief between you, but you laughed a bit because the man couldn’t keep his mouth off of you even after the director said to cut.

• in playful jealousy, cooper teases, “nick, you gotta let her breathe, man!”

• feeling embarrassed, nicholas apologized to which you laughed it off.

• “i guess we were both enjoying it too much!”

• they were both so sincere and gentle during explicit scenes.

• kings of consent.

• “is it okay with you if i do this?”

• “if i’m hurting you, just let me know.”

• “i want us both to feel comfortable.”

• “it’s okay if you’re nervous, do you want a break, so we could start over?”

• they always maintained eye contact, despite your exposed breathtaking figure.

• after the scene was cut, they’d help put your robe on for you.

• the boys wanted to be in every corner of your life.

• your trailer was the chill spot for them!

• they just felt at ease in there.

• they could hang out and talk to you for hours if they could.

• when you sit on the couch with candy or a snack, one of them would lay his head on your lap. you found it so funny and adorable.

• “you smell nice.”

• “feed me?”

• he’s lucky he’s cute enough to eat some.

• they’re vibing to whatever playlist you have on. sza, meg, bey, kendrick, michael, whitney, prince, stevie, or usher. no matter what, they are vibing with it.

• especially old 90s and 2000s r&b.

• they enjoy watching you do your own hair or makeup. they’re impressed by your skill and how you take time to get the right look.

• it smelled like your perfume and hair products, so they were in heaven.

• they are never in their trailer except for when they were called for costumes, hair, and makeup.

• if you were taking a photo of yourself and one of them were walking by, they’re definitely jumping in.

• they like to either wrap an arm around you or like the giants they are, put their chin on your head or shoulder.

• or if you want to do a mini-shoot of yourself to post on social media, trust them to secure those photographer credits in your caption.

• you three have fun on set when you talk them into doing tiktok dances when you have a break.

• you taught them the simple dance challenge to jordan adetunji’s “kehlani”.

• you giggle and point as they spin to the beat as best as they could.

• you were getting so into it that you don’t notice their stares when it’s your turn, their eyes raking your figure.

• after you post it to your tiktok, your followers joke about how lucky you were to work with them and vice versa.

• they even joke about that the boys look so in love with you while you’re dancing in the comments.

• when you put your phone down, they’d take it and leave pictures of themselves on it.

• cute little momentos.

• speaking of pictures, the shoot for the promo was so much fun for you, cooper, and nicholas.

• to finally see your characters come to fruition made this all seem like a dream for you.

• you each did solo photos. then it was you with just nicholas, you with just cooper, and finally with both.

• no matter what pose you did, their eyes lingered. the camera loves you!

• when you each posted it on social media, you all received mostly love from the fans, but of course you’re gonna have a couple of trolls in the comments. you don’t even give them the attention.

• filming had wrapped up and the night of the premiere came. you were dressed to the nine’s in your designer dress. your makeup and hair was so on point that night!

• you, nicholas, and cooper all rode together and they could not stop showering you with compliments!

• they’re such gentlemen. when you get out the car and onto the red carpet, cooper travels in front you and nicholas, behind you for safety reasons.

• when you all pose the cameras, cooper and nicholas widely grin as they each take your hand.

• there’s even a picture circulating with you giggling in between them as they lay a kiss on each side of your cheek.

• when asked about what it’s like to work with you during solo red carpet interviews, they instantly light up at the mention of your name before they sing their praises about your talent, personality, and beauty.

• if you happen to walk by or send them a wave while they’re talking to a reporter, they get distracted and trail off.

• “ah, sorry! what was i saying?”

• the press conferences is where they really show out.

• you always sit in between them, so there’s no conflict over who gets to sit with you.

• nicholas would absentmindedly put his hand on your knee while cooper would put his arm around your chair.

• if it’s your turn to speak, they’re attentively looking and listening. by this point, you’re sort of getting used to their eyes on you.

• their attention to detail is nothing to be played with.

• if a piece of your hair was in the way or you were close to a wardrobe malfunction, they’d fix it instantly.

• or they’d just love to play with your hair or touch you in general.

• cooper was being his usual bubbly self, even more so when you give him a compliment during the conference.

• “stop! you’re literally the sweetest.”

• nicholas usually had a serious, focused expression on his face, but it switches so fast when you place your hand on top of his, give him a compliment, or make him laugh.

• “there goes that smile!” you say, chuckling.

• nicholas opens up about your work relationship.

• “i know that people joke about coop and i being in love with y/n, but can i just tell you that if you had the chance to work with her and get to know her on a personal level—you can’t help, but to fall in love a little bit! i mean, look at her.” nicholas enthusiastically claimed in the microphone gesturing towards you as you bashfully grin, the audience is hooping and hollering at his statement.

• “i can’t say that i disagree, she’s just a product of loveliness. the way she talks, walks, and carries herself says it all.” cooper chimed, turning his beaming face towards yours.

• nicholas speaks again, “it’s crazy because we all hang out all the time on set and even when she has to go off somewhere else, i sorta get sad and i’m just like ‘damnit, i wish i could talk to her for a little bit longer.’ that’s just how cool she is.” the crowd erupts into a chorus of “aw’s”.

• “oh, my goodness. thank you both! it’s always such a pleasure.” you reply with a humbling smile, but on the inside, you were tweaking as they both took your hands.

• butterflies are in your stomach.

• both cooper and nicholas were just adorable in the way they would hype you up.

• they stood right by your side when you were presented with your first emmy and when you gave your speech. you were about to burst into tears.

• cooper had a handkerchief ready and nicholas reassuringly touched your shoulder.

• you were grateful to work with people like them.

[nellyjellly]

must be love

pre-squidgame! thanos x nurse! reader.

Warnings! you are as old as Thanos, so its not a weird student x staff rls. He probably got held back a few grades tbh. Also yes the title is based off of a Laufey song :D I love her

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Ive grown used to him.

Thanos was the kind of patient who would come in everyday, he didn't seem sick enough to visit. Although, he always found a way to show up. It was usually a fresh bruise, or a cut that resulted in one of his unecessary fights.

Every time, he would stroll in with that cocky grin. He would claim that he "got into just a little free-for-all" as if it was no big deal. I knew better than that, he never wanted anything more than a quick excuse to stick around.

If I said I didnt like it, id be lying. I look foward to his visits for reasons I can't understand.

Thanos strolled in with a smirk. That damn smirk. "Señorita, excuse me." Thanos called out. I spinned my chair around to see Thanos leaning on the door with a black eye and a rose in his teeth.

"What's up now?"I sigh and stand up to snatch the rose out of his teeth. Playing hard to get can work in certain situations with certain people, and this man is perfect for this act. "What?" Thanos stretched his hands "You don't like it?" He questioned. "Thanos, you cannot come here EVERYDAY." I informed him with more of a stern voice. "What if one day you are actually hurt and I won't believe you? You're always pulling something like this."

He chuckled, leaning back casually. “Oh, come on, you know you miss me.” His eyes twinkled with mischief as he took a step closer, his voice lowering. “Maybe I’m here to make sure you’re okay. Ever think of that?” He raised an eyebrow, pretending to be innocent. “And besides, how can I not come see the woman who keeps me alive with nothing more than a smile?”

"Cut the crap, Thanos." I snapped. "Now, let's get you squared away. Shall we?" I reassured with a comforting change of tone. Thanos smiled while I went to go get an ice pack and medicine.This is what i loved.

After that day, he stopped showing up. I don't know why. Days passed, and i felt a certain sadness that I couldn't explain.

For days, I tried to tell myself it was just another patient missing. But the truth was, it wasn’t the same without him. The waiting room felt quieter, too still, like something was out of place. I found myself glancing up from my work, half-expecting to see him standing there with that crooked grin and a rose between his teeth. It was ridiculous, I knew. He was just a patient, after all. But every time the door opened and it wasn’t him, a little part of me felt gone. I hated admitting it, but I missed him more than I cared to admit. Deep down, I loved him.

Out of the blue, on a random work day, Thanos pushed open the door to the nurses office. For a moment, every thought seemed to fade away. There he was, standing infront of me, with that teasing smile. A grin tugged at the corners of my mouth without even trying. I couldn't help but feel a rush of warmth seeing him again. I let out a "Hey." In a softer voice than usual. A smile spread across his face even more and it made my heart race.

It was more than relief, it was something else like something unspoken hanging between both of us. I felt it, this was more than a friendship.

After moments hung in the air, Thanos took a small step closer. I felt the familiar warmth of his presence. My heart seemed to beat a little faster when he was near. he twisted his head slightly, "I guess I liked this place more than I thought." he said. His voice was low and teasing, but his eyes said something more.

Before I couldn't respond, he reached out and brushed part of my hair behind my ear. It sent a shiver through me. His fingers lingered longer than necessary, looking at me in the eyes with undeniable love. The intensity felt new but I realize, it's always been there, I just realized it this time. "And... I missed you." he added silently. His voice was almost a whisper now, waiting for my reaction.

Part 2??

Thank u my lovelies for reading. <3

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[lvrface]

hellaur!! can you write a ponyboy curtis fic where reader is his first girlfriend and he has nooo idea what to do so he goes to soda for advice constantly?

𝜗𝜚 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐭 — when you know, you know

synopsis. ponyboy is clueless about girls, but luckily his older brother is just the expert.

ship. ponyboy curtis x fem!reader

warnings. none, not proofread

word count. 2359

notes. first time writing for outsiders in a long time so i hope this is good! thanks for requesting mwah

ponyboy curtis was stumped, and that didn’t happen often.

he liked to deem himself as smart— and he was. so it wasn’t everyday that he found himself stuck on something, unclear and unsure.

and it definitely wasn’t everyday he went to his brother, sodapop curtis, for some intellectual advice. but he knew soda knew more about the world of girls, than he would ever know.

“so then, just give her a small wink, hand on her back and that million dollar smile!” soda exclaimed excitedly. he stood in front ponyboy, as pony was sat on the couch listened intently.

pony nodded slowly, with his eyebrows furrowed, “yeah, uh, no,” ponyboy dismissed with a small chuckle.

“what? i thought that was pretty good— steve, d’ya think that would work, huh?” soda turned to steve for some reassurance who just nodded.

“yeah, yeah, thats how you get the chicks, pony,” steve said, agreeing with soda. steve was sat at the round table, not really listening to the conversation going on as he shuffled a deck of cards. pony just rolled his eyes, sinking down into the couch more.

“well first off, i already got the ‘chick’,” pony quoted, shooting steve a slight glare. god, did he always have to get involved with everything? he then turned back to his older brother, “and, besides, (y/n) ain’t really into allat stuff, y’know?” ponyboy added on sheepishly, whilst playing with the sleeve of his hoodie.

“whatcha mean she ain’t ‘into allat stuff’?” soda questioned with a raised eyebrow, trying hard to defend his flirting techniques.

“i mean, i ain’t walking up to her saying,” ponyboy started, clearing his throat, “are you from tennesse? because you’re the only ten i see,” ponyboy quoted one of the many pick up lines sodapop had spent the last 30 minutes teaching him.

“hey, i thought that was a good one,” soda defended himself with a slight pout. he took his flirting techniques and array of pick up lines, very seriously.

ponyboy sighed, as sodapop sat down on the couch next to him. “anyways, i don’t need help picking her up or flattering her— i just need help with this first date stuff,” ponyboy explained, his tone softening a bit.

soda looked back at him, nodding as a small smile took over his face once more, “yeah, okay, kid, i got you!” soda said, beginning to get excited once more.

ponyboy rolled his eyes playfully, but he did appreciate the help.

and that’s how he ended up, standing at (y/n)’s front door with a bouquet of flowers in hand.

“get her flowers, broads love flowers,” soda’s words echoed in his mind, as pony awkwardly shuffled in spot as he waited for his knock on the door to be answered.

(y/n) flung open the door, maybe a bit too over excitedly, and was taken aback by ponyboy’s appearance.

obviously, she was expecting to see him— they had this date planned for a few days now. her and ponyboy had been friendly for a while, and he gained the courage to ask her out, and here they are.

about to be on their first date.

so yeah, she was expecting to see him. but she didn’t expect to see him done up so nicely, with roses in his hand, and that sheepish grin plastered on his face.

“hey, pony,” (y/n) greeted him, breathlessly. she shut the door behind her, and brushed some rogue hair out of her face as she took a few steps to stand in front of him.

“hey,” he replied, trying to remain as casual as he could.

but god she looked so pretty.

“thanks,” (y/n) said to his compliment, a faint blush taking over her cheeks.

damn, he said that out loud.

snapping out of his little trance, he raised the flowers up to her, “uh, here, they’re for you,” he told her, becoming shy. he looked to the ground.

(y/n) couldn’t help but smile at the gesture, and took the flowers off of him, “thanks, pony, that’s real cute of ya.”

(y/n) quickly scurried back into her house to put the flowers down, before making her return.

ponyboy raised his arm slightly, to motion her to link arms with him, “let’s get going,” he told her softly, to which she just nodded and linked arms with him.

the pair got to walking, talking— well mainly it was ponyboy talking about whatever was on his mind, whilst (y/n) just happily nodded along.

“those flowers were real nice, pony,” (y/n) interrupted him, midst rant.

ponyboy looked to her, a soft smile playing on his lips. “it’s nothing really,” he shrugged, trying to act nonchalant but (y/n) didn’t let the blush that painted his cheeks go unnoticed.

ponyboy made a mental note of that, soda was right.

girls really do love flowers.

“you ain’t even kissed her yet?”

ponyboy rolled his eyes at the statement coming from dallas, who was sat on the couch, eavesdropping on the conversation going on between ponyboy and sodapop.

“yeah, well, some of us don’t put our dick in everything that has a hole, dallas,” ponyboy retorted, to which dallas chuckled.

“okay, romeo,” dallas quipped sarcastically, his words muffled from the cigarette that dangled from his lips.

ponyboy just shot dallas a glare before sodapop spoke up, “nah, don’t worry, pony, i get ya! wanting to wait for the right moment,” sodapop said, defending ponyboy with a pat on the back as they stood in the kitchen.

“wait— have you even ever kissed anyone before?” dallas spoke up once more, looking to ponyboy with an amused expression.

red took over ponyboy’s face as he looked to the ground, scratching the back of his neck, leaving dallas cackling in the background making a number of comments.

“leave him alone, dal,” soda said, before turning his attention back to ponyboy.

“look, all you gotta do is just look in her eyes— make some nice comment, i don’t know, tell her she got pretty eyes or somethin’,” sodapop said, shrugging as got a drink out of the fridge. “let her receive the compliment, then just lean in— go for it, i mean she’s your girlfriend or whatever right? not like she’s gonna reject ya,” sodapop finalised, taking a seat at the table.

ponyboy wished it was as simple and easy sodapop was making it sound. maybe to soda it was that easy, but to ponyboy it was more than that.

but all he said was, “okay, yeah, thanks,” and walked away to his room.

it had been around a month since their first date, and ponyboy and (y/n) had been getting closer and closer by the minute. they practically spent every spare minute they had together, talking, laughing, reading, whatever occupied them.

and that’s how ponyboy ended up, on a park bench, reading a book he borrowed from the school library to (y/n).

truth be told, (y/n) didn’t really enjoy books. well, she didn’t not enjoy them but she just never really took time out of her day to read any. that was until ponyboy came along, and suddenly the books seemed so exciting when it was his voice she was listening to.

but at this moment, (y/n) wasn’t listening to his voice at all, she just opted to stare at his face. she studied every freckle that grazed his cheeks, his focus too concentrated on the lines in front of him.

ponyboy could feel her stare on him, but he tried his hardest to just keep focused on the words in front of him. but after a certain point, he couldn’t keep it together, and just cleared his throat. he closed the book slowly, “uh, i’ll read the rest later. my eyes are getting tired,” he said, making up an excuse as put the book to his side.

“yeah, okay,” (y/n) replied with a nod, feeling as if she had just been caught.

the two just sat there for a moment, a silence taking over them. it wasn’t awkward, it never was, but there was some tension as they both jusy twiddled their thumbs— avoiding eye contact at all costs.

“hey—“ they both started, turning to face one another at the same time. the pair couldn’t help but chuckle at the awkward moment.

at the same time, they both looked at each other slowly. ponyboy noticed the crinkle by her eyes, as she smiled, and (y/n) noticed the way his lips turned curved into a small smile.

“what?” (y/n) chuckled, suddenly getting embarrassed. she was wondering why he was staring. “do i have something on my face?” she asked, her hand immediately going to pat around her face.

“i— uh, no,” ponyboy said, grabbing her wrist to slowly bring it down back by her side.

(y/n) looked at pony with a confused expression, tilting her head to the side, “then what?” she asked, laughing.

ponyboy couldn’t think what to say—

“you’ve got really pretty eyes.”

shit, now he had to do the whole thing.

right, let her receive the compliment.

a smile took over (y/n)’s face, she became almost embarrassed at the compliment. she wasn’t really used to them. “thanks, ponyboy, you do too,” she complimented him.

okay, great, next step.

next step, lean in, right?

ponyboy just stared into her eyes, admiring the different shades of colours that all moulded together well to create the perfect colour.

his hand raised ever so slowly, to grab the side of her face softly. he carefully leaned in, as if he was scared to hurt her, and pressed his lips gently against hers.

(y/n) felt her heart rate quicken, and she felt the thumps coming from ponyboy’s chest as his body pressed against hers.

ponyboy internally sighed with relief, that she never pulled away— or turned him away. it was all going to plan.

maybe soda was onto something.

“soda?” ponyboy called out. they were in their shared bed, trying to get to sleep, their backs turned to one another.

“yeah, pony?” soda yawned, rolling round. he propped himself up on his elbow, prepared to listen to ponyboy.

“how do you tell someone— a girl, you love her?”

soda couldn’t help but laugh at that, “gee, is my kid brother in love?” he said, with a teasing tone.

pony just shrugged at that, his back still facing soda.

sodapop sighed, thinking about to answer, “tell her, when it’s just y’all. tell her when you look at her and think, damn, ‘i never noticed just how pretty she is until she’s in this lighting.’ and when you know, for sure,” sodapop answered.

ponyboy listened intently, his hand fiddling with the blanket that covered him. he sometimes wondered how soda got so much slack for being ‘stupid’ when he casually comes out with remarks like this that make you debate everything in your life.

“how do you know, when you’re in love?” ponyboy asked, his voice so quiet he wasn’t sure soda heard.

sodapop laughed softly at that, sinking back down into the bed on his back. “god, kid,” soda let out, sighing, as he thought about it. “you just know, y’know?”

ponyboy huffed out at that answer, it wasn’t exactly what he was expecting. “no, actually i don’t know,” pony replied, with a small pout as he rolled over.

“yeah, sure you do, pony,” sodapop replied, “chances are, if you’re asking how do you know— thats your answer, you know.”

and with that sodapop, rolled back over, to try and drift off to sleep. ponyboy pondered on that thought for a while, and at first he thought it made no sense at all.

but when he was sat on his front porch steps, with (y/n) tucked into his side as they shared a milkshake they bought earlier— the sunset they were looking at illuminating her face, he suddenly understood.

damn, i never did notice how pretty she really was until now.

“yeah, i’d like to live in the countryside,” (y/n) answered his question from a few moments prior.

“bet it’d be real peaceful,” ponyboy added on, his hand beginning to rub small patterns onto her arm.

(y/n) hummed in agreement as she wrapped her lips around the milkshake straw to take a sip. she put the milkshake down next to her, and swallowed, before looking back at pony, “we should move to the countryside when we’re older,” she declared, moving slightly closer to him.

that sentence done something to ponyboy. the thought that (y/n) really wanted to stay with him and thought about a future with him awakened something inside of him. he looked down at her, who was simply just resting her head on his chest— unknowing to the effect she just had on him by a simple, innocent sentence.

ponyboy looked at the situation in front of him. it’s just them two. she’s looking real pretty— and goddamnit, he knows.

sodapop was right— was he a psychic or something?

“ponyboy, you okay?” (y/n) asked, looking up at him to be met with an almost puzzled expression.

ponyboy looked back down at her, and it all just made sense.

“i love you.”

he blurted it out, it was shocking to him how the words seemed so nice coming out of his mouth— especially if it was to her.

ponyboy’s heart thumped and he felt his mouth go dry, as he awaited a response.

(y/n)’s lips that were slightly swollen from the cold milkshake, turned into a wide grin. she excitedly planted a kiss on his cheek, her red lip stick leaving a mark that was definitely going to give the gang a reason to tease him later.

“i love you too, ponyboy.”

sodapop curtis might’ve not been the most book smart kid going— hell, he wouldn’t have even made it onto the list. but when it came to love, he might as well have been einstein.

ponyboy just smiled back down at her, tugging her closer under his arm as their conversation wandered back to the clouds, and the orange hues of the sunset.

pony couldn’t help but sneak a few glances at the girl tucked under his shoulder.

yeah, soda was definitely onto something.

[kenyaru]

STILL HURTS, but not as much hurt | 01

1ST DATE, FOR REAL THIS TIME. synopsis | after getting back together, Bradley wanted to do something nice for the goof that decided to take him back after everything. even though they had been out before, he doesn’t actually recall going out on a real date. Better late than never, he supposes. This date, however, doesn’t go exactly as planned.. genre | fluff, date during the day!, mixed pov, bradley somewhat ooc, awkward interactions, reoccuring themes from still hurts (02) pairing | max goof x bradley uppercrust iii (maxley) warnings | none! (unless you fear dates and awkward interactions) word count | 2.69k author's note | hello everyone! finally, here is the awaited (somewhat) prologue of "Still Hurts". Sorry for the delay, I had some midterm exams, but they are over, so this is being posted today :). I hope you guys love this fluffiness and enjoy it just as much as the first two! (spoilers; there's gonna be more coming~) enjoy reading <3 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Come to think of it, Max and Bradley never actually went on a date before, as silly as that sounds. Sure, they went on their casual hangouts at the Bean Scene or skate park, but they wouldn’t have considered it a date, per say. 

And of course, Bradley had to realize this while doing a study session with Max in the library, occasionally looking over to see his love half-asleep reading the Calculus textbook in front of him. No matter how many times he studied and tried to get focused, Max always found a way to doze off. “Max~” Bradley whispered, poking the Goof’s shoulder, causing him to flutter open his eyes, clearly dazed. Just like his inner child told him to, Max most likely, and did, stay up all night playing video games with P.J. and Bobby. “Huh- what-” Max grumbled, his eyes focusing on Bradely, a small smile coming to his face as he stifled a yawn. “Mm..did I fall asleep again?” He asked, sitting up and closing the Calculus textbook, already deciding that he didn’t have the motivation to even look at another equation. 

“You did, and you were nearly done with that problem too.” Bradley said with a soft chuckle, closing his own textbook. He gently moved a bit of Max’s hair out of his face, giving him a reassuring look. “You usually fall asleep, but today you seem extra tired. Work got you down?” Bradley asked, genuine concern heard in his voice. Following their almost breakup, Bradley was doing everything in his power to not only be more open, but show Max that he cared, which he obviously did all the time, but genuinely show his concerns. Like, right now for example. He noticed how tired Max seemed when arriving at the library, how his answers seemed uninterested and like he was struggling to even keep his eyes open. Even late night gaming couldn’t do this to the Goof.    

Max shrugged at the question asked, letting out a full yawn this time as he aimlessly put away his pencils. “I guess, yeah. I feel like everyday’s just waking up, going to class, studying and going to sleep, y’know?” Max explained, a somewhat sorrowful expression on his face. It was unusual for Max to feel this way as he had believed that he wouldn’t let college stress get to him, but this year, that wasn’t the case. He felt like he was falling behind, struggling to catch up and even his free time felt like a detriment to what he had to get done. Bradley asking, though, did make him feel a little better that someone other than his roommates noticed that something was off. Bradley gave him a sympathetic look, deciding to speak on his thoughts earlier instead of waiting until it was the weekend like he had planned. “Well..would you wanna go on a date?” The question caused Max’s face to go red like he had been out in the sun. Surely he hadn’t heard right. “I’m sorry?” “Would you like to go on a date? Y’know, just you and me go somewhere.” Bradley repeated, noticing how Max seemed to fluster at even the mention of it. It was honestly adorable how they had been dating for over a year, yet the Goof still gets flustered over the mention of things that couples do. 

Even though Max was sure they went on dates before, hearing Bradley ask him so bluntly like that made his heart skip a beat. He felt special, wanted. He knows that it might be weird to freak out over being asked out on a date when you’re dating someone, but he couldn’t lie that it made him feel butterflies all over again. “Of course I would wanna go on a date with you!” Max exclaimed, a bit too loudly as he put his red face in his hands. “Sorry..” He grumbled, embarrassed. 

Bradley took Max’s hand in his own, kissing it gently with a soft chuckle. “Awe, my baby is embarrassed.” He teased, causing Max to take his hand away, which only made him laugh harder at his flustered acts. “I’m teasing, Max, come on, pack your stuff up.” Bradley said as he stood up from his seat, swinging his bag onto his shoulder. “Wait, we’re going now?” Max asked, the sudden demand by his boyfriend confusing him as he did so anyways, putting his textbooks into his bag.

“Yeah, why have to wait until the weekend? You don’t have any more classes, right?” Max shook his head, standing up just as Bradley did, following him out of the library and onto the quiet campus. It was mid afternoon after all, and everyone was either in classes or off studying somewhere. Max did have to agree that leaving right now would be the best idea. 

“Okay, to the car then. I have a place that I think you’ll love.” Bradley said confidently before taking Max’s hand and leading him towards the University’s parking lot, pride bubbling in him from the high hopes of being able to surprise his boyfriend with something he would love. 

Well, hoped he would love. _____

What Max didn’t expect to see when Bradley pulled into the parking lot was a huge blue and white building with paintings of several different aquatic animals on the sides. Whales, dolphins, even little sea turtles were plastered on the outside. It could only be one place, and this place, he hadn’t been in years. 

“Did you bring me to an aquarium?” He asked, turning to see Bradley giving him a confident smile as he put the car in park. 

“I did, love. And you’d better like it because we have a few hours here.” Bradley said, though his expression showed that he was kidding, but was full of hope that his boyfriend would like the gesture. He had honestly thought about this idea last minute, but he assumed it would be a good escape for the both of them as there really isn’t much cuter than seeing sea animals living their best lives in their water compartments. 

Max, to Bradley’s relief, gave him that big, goofy, smile that he loved so much. 

“I don’t know, we might just have to go inside and see. And then I’ll tell you if I like it.” Max said, already getting out of the car, his excitement contained by the sly remark. This was somewhere he didn’t think he needed to really go to often, but now that he was here, he realized how much he missed it. 

Bradley followed Max’s lead, getting out of the car and heading behind Max, taking his hand in his own and opening the door for the both of them. They walked into the dimly lit environment flooded with hues of blue and white to resemble being in the ocean. 

“It’s beautiful in here..nothing at all like I remember. Granted, I hadn’t been here since I was little.” Max whispered, more to himself than to Bradley as he watched his lover check in, being allowed to pass through the entrance gates and into the aquarium. 

“I know right? I had a feeling you would like the vibes of it.” Bradley handed Max the map showing all the sections with the different sea creatures, including a cafe on the top floor. Max scanned the map, not sure where to start and decided to simply look over to his left, noticing the dolphin looking back at him through the glass.

“Oh- hello there.” He greeted with a smile, causing Bradley to chuckle softly, joining him next to the tank and watching as the dolphin seemed to greet Max back, spinning around before returning to his position in front of the glass. Max was infatuated, unable to get his eyes off the beautiful creature in which Bradley took out his phone, wanting to capture this adorable moment in a picture. 

Seeing Max’s smile, taking live photo evidence of how happy he seemed in that moment, was enough to make Bradley want to give him the world, or as much of it as he could. 

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Continuing through the many sections of sea creatures, the couple saw big animals like sharks and adult sea turtles to really tiny ones like clownfish and seahorses. Bradley was taking pictures every now and then, wanting to capture each moment so he could look through them when he was down. That was just what Max did to him; lifted him when he was down.

It wasn’t until they were heading up to the cafe that something made Max stop in his tracks, his face a sort of uncomfortable expression. 

“What’s wrong?” Bradley asked, turning back to see that Max had stopped. Max shook his head, trying to play it off, though his gaze aimed past his lover’s. Just as Bradley was about to turn and look, Max quickly repositioned him. 

“No! Don’t look.” He urged. “Sorry..it’s just- that’s Roxanne. The girl I dated in high school.” Max whispered, his voice full of awkward tension. He didn’t feel any harsh feelings towards her or anything, he just felt it was going to be super awkward, especially since he had no clue how she was going to react to his new partner. Of course, they were still friends, but distant friends, and with their busy schedules, rarely spoke. So, it was weird to see her here of all places. 

Just as he was getting his bearings, Max saw Roxanne heading in the direction, causing him to try to hide behind Bradley, who was not interested in his shenanigans. 

“Max, what is up with you? It’s fine- she won’t like, yell at you or anything, right?” 

“No, but it’s gonna be super awkward and when I tell you I don’t want to deal with th-” “Max?” A familiar voice called, causing Max to further hide his head into his boyfriend’s back.

“Please tell me she’s not coming over here-” “She’s coming over here.” “Oh- come on..”Max whispered, moving from behind Bradley with an awkward smile, waving to Roxanne as she approached. She looked relatively the same; ginger hair flowing down her back the way it always did, eyes big and bright. 

“Hey Max! Didn’t expect to see you here.” Roxanne turned to look at Bradley. “Sorry, was I interrupting?” She asked, to which Bradley shook his head, assuring her that it was fine.  “I’m Roxanne, one of Max’s friends from high school.” The way she introduced herself was so casual, like they didn’t have any romantic history and were simply friends. Granted, their ‘romantic history’ was nothing short of the classic high school romance that didn’t work out, but it seemed to be for the better and thankfully, there was no bad blood.

Bradley gave his usual confident smile, putting his hands in his pockets. “Bradley Uppercrust The Third, pleasure to meet you.” Roxanne couldn’t help but smile, nodding in acknowledgement of his name. 

Then, followed silence, very awkward silence. It seemed like no one knew how to continue the conversation or even move forward, especially since neither Max or Bradley knew if the other was comfortable with mentioning their relationship to Max’s former girlfriend. 

It seemed Roxanne wasn’t very fond of the silence either as she swayed her hands a bit before nodding her head towards the stairs. “Soo..you guys were heading to the cafe?”

Max nodded, running a hand through his hair awkwardly. “Yeah, we were just about to go up there.” Roxanne nodded once more.

“I recommend the Aqua Shake. It’s just a blueberry shake, but it has a cute dolphin cookie in the whipped cream.” Roxanne suggested with a somewhat bubbly smile. 

“Oh, you’ve been here before?” Bradley asked. 

“Yeah, I have. I’m only here right now with some cousins-” Roxanne paused, quickly turning to the area she had just come from. “And I realized I should have been watching them. Shoot- it was nice seeing you Max, and meeting you Bradley!” She suddenly exclaimed before heading off, most likely in search of said cousins.

Before Bradley could even process the ending of the interaction, Max had put his hoodie over his head, groaning as he walked up the stairs. “That was so awkward..” 

“It wasn’t too bad.” Bradley commented, walking beside Max as they arrived at the top of the stairs. “She seemed nice. I didn’t know what to say, so I didn’t say that we were dating. Hope that's fine with you.” 

Max hadn’t really considered that yet; letting others know and being so open about his relationship. When all his friends and father knows about it, he tends to forget that people outside of his close knit family aren’t aware. 

“It’s alright. I don’t think I wanted her to know either right now, anyways.” Max said, standing in line and skimming over the menu, spotting the Aqua Shake that Roxanne had suggested. Though the interaction was over, Max wasn’t able to shake the slight tension in his heart, like something was tugging on his heart strings. It felt weird since he couldn’t tell what that feeling was. 

Bradley was already pulling out his wallet, ready to pay for whatever Max wanted and share with him when they got it. Roxanne was an afterthought to him and, even though he knew how Max acted around her in high school, he was in no way concerned about any possibility of him regaining feelings or something like that. He saw how that ended last time. It didn’t seem to bother Max either, at least from what he could see. As Max told him when they first started dating, he and Roxanne ended things pretty smoothly. 

After ordering the shake and some curly fries, the couple left to go eat in the car, wanting to leave soon after as it was already approaching the evening. 

Sitting in the car, the couple got comfortable, busting out the straws and sharing the aquatic shake. It had blue and white patterns, with the dolphin cookie on top, which Max happily broke in half and shared with his other half. 

“Okay, Roxanne was right- this is super good. Especially the cookie with the whipped cream. Did you try it?” Max asked, a big smile on his face as he ate the cookie once more. 

“I did, just a bite though. This is all too sweet for me, you can have it babe.” Bradley said, handing it to him before putting on Max’s seatbelt and his own. “Be careful, don’t spill it anywhere.” 

Bradley warned before pulling out of the parking spot, turning on the radio to play their shared playlist on the way back to campus. This date was definitely a success, but even in the comfort of their favorite songs on the car ride home, he couldn’t shake that something felt weird, off. Or maybe that was just Bradley’s anxieties taking over. 

Max had continued sipping at the blueberry goodness of the overpriced shake that his boyfriend had bought for him, making occasional glances to the left towards the blonde. He hated to admit it, but after getting back together, he felt this tension, like something was pushing them apart even though there was really nothing wrong. Right? 

Bradley had pulled into the parking lot almost mindlessly as he turned off the car and looked out the window for a moment, mind focused on analyzing every moment of the date. Did he do the best he could? Was Max actually happy? 

“Brad?” 

Max called, only to get no response from his love.

“Bradley?” 

Max said again, confused as to why he was receiving no answer, concern etched on his features. 

“Bradley!”

Max’s voice pulled Bradley out of his thoughts, turning his head to face his love. He was wiping his hands off from the stickiness of the shake and had already unbuckled his seat belt. 

“We’re here. Are you okay? You zoned out for a bit, there.” Bradley nodded, taking off his own seatbelt and leaning in to gently kiss Max’s cheek. Though his mind was reeling, he gave Max his usual smile. 

“I’m alright. Come on, let's start heading back.”  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

[sturns-mermaid]

GUARDED HEARTS PT2

part 1 here | proofread ish | part of my knight chris x princess reader au

no warnings - enemies to lovers trope

🌷 wc: 1.3k | divider @anitalenia

Chris had never been to a ball or festival of sorts, as a guest, that is. He had worked a few times when the kingdom had special events such as security, standing outside of the entrance, or some other thing on the kingdom grounds. When the party was going on, he never went inside or experienced the many activities of the night. He was a little shocked when your parents invited him to the ball. Your parents were the first to invite him.

And now he was in a sort of predicament. The thing was Chris had never had to dress formally, he had everyday clothes but nothing worth wearing to a ball. He thought about wearing his armor but that would look weird. All he had was an old white button-up shirt and black pants. It would have to do as he truly had nothing else to wear. He needed no fancy clothing, not like he could ever afford it, anyway. The difference between you and Chris was that you had grown up with luxury, the best of everything, Chris however was lucky if his mother had pulled together enough scraps to make dinner that night. 

Meanwhile, you were at the castle getting a dress tailored to your exact measurements. You loved trying on several dresses. You had chosen a light pink ball gown with flowers that seemed into the fabric. It was gorgeous and fit the theme well. You squirmed as the tailoress pinned yet another needle in the material trying to get the perfect shape around your body. Thankfully, you had a good couple of hours before the festival started, and the ball itself wasn’t until later tonight. You admired the dress in the mirror, loving the way it looked on you. Your arms, however, were tiring of holding up the front of the dress.

“So are you excited handsome knight is coming?” a voice broke through the silence, your gaze looking through the mirror to see your cousin. “Bell?” you questioned slightly, turning and hearing a groan from the tailoress as she lost her place in her task. You muttered a quiet sorry as your cousin stepped closer. “The dress is super cute, I bet he’ll love it,” she says, grinning at you. Rolling your eyes in response, she always teased you about Chris and insisted you both were soulmates and that you just didn’t know it yet.

“I can’t believe they invited him…” You trail off biting your bottom lip, dreading the idea of Chris being in your presence the whole night. Bell giggles playfully, hitting your arm, enough to make you almost lose balance. “Oh, come on! Admit it already, you two have a thing for each other” she squealed, your face heating up at her comment. 

Finally, after a long amount of standing, your dress was pinned and ready to be done to your exact preference. Bell had left a while ago, saying she was going to annoy the cooks with the special cookies they made, shaped like flowers before the guests ate them all. You of course were left standing in the center of the room, but thankfully it was over. Slipping out of the dress and changing into something more casual you make your way downstairs to where your mother is drinking tea in the dining room. “Sweetie, I need your opinion on something” She gestures to you over smiling. Walking over you see her looking through a dress catalog, dresses for tonight.

Your eyes scan over the various images of big gowns and dresses, they all look beautiful. “Which should I wear tonight?” she asks before taking a sip from her cup. You run your fingers along the pages, pointing to a beautiful red dress as that was your mother’s signature color. “That one is perfect,” you replied, giving her a soft smile. A couple of hours later you were standing outside of the castle entrance welcoming people inside for the flower festivals, flowers lined the halls of the castle and seeped out into the outside grounds.

“Thank you for coming,” you repeated for the nth time shaking people’s hands as they walked inside. After everyone had seen the flowers they were led into the ballroom, flowers placed in every corner along with other decorations. Circle tables and centerpieces with flowers off to one side and food and drinks to the other. A grand piano in the corner of the room, playing a lovely tune. What you loved most was the soft lighting, fairy lights were strung over the walls creating a warm glow around your surroundings. 

The night had begun and the ball was in full swing, it was now time for your grand entrance deciding down the golden staircase in your dress. With help from your cousin Bell, she managed to do your hair and makeup. It was just a few seconds before they announced your entrance. 

Chris stood outside of the castle gates pacing back and forth, debating whether he should go inside. Maybe this was all some kind of sick joke, why would your parents suddenly invite him to a ball? They never had before and he was certain you didn’t want him there of all people. The guard watched him as he paced, flipping through the list of names of people who were allowed entry. “Let me see…” he trailed off, running his finger down the paper. He eyed Chris with a raised brow as he started to recognize him. “Chris? what are you doing here” he questioned thinking it was odd he was here as a guest. Chris ran a hand through his hair getting overwhelmed by the feeling that he truly didn’t belong, on the inside of the castle.

After a few minutes of pestering and teasing from the other guard, he let Chris through laughing as he made his way inside the castle. That’s when he saw you, descending from the stairs. The lights cast a golden shadow over you that made your dress sparkle in the light. You looked more beautiful than ever, your makeup bringing out your eyes and your hair looked so good. He felt his heart start to race when you met his gaze, a blush creeping up on his cheeks.

For a moment he felt something between you two, something he couldn’t quite explain almost like time had frozen and it was just you two. You made your way down the stairs, hearing the clapping of the guests and the way they admired your appearance, Chris almost felt jealous that they had gotten to see you like this so often. He quickly shook off the thought as you made your way down the stairs and to the center of the ballroom where your parents stood waiting for you. 

“So, I think it would be a fantastic decision if we were to marry,” his voice was dull like chalk on a blackboard. You were so close to snapping, thinking your ears would surely start bleeding any second now. Your gaze met Chris from across the room as he stood awkwardly sipping from a glass a sour look on his face, you giggled to yourself before his face came back into your vision.

“Princess?” he questioned trying to get your attention back to his horrible way of flirting. “Excuse me one moment,” you say, shrugging him off as you walk away letting out a breath you didn’t know you were holding in. The ball had turned into a dreadful experience when your parents introduced you to a line of princes around your age; this was all a setup to auction off their only daughter.

You had enough after the first conversation feeling annoyed how they only talked about themselves and never went with your challenging words. “You sure clean up nice,” you mutter leaning against the wall next to Chris who is now trying to wipe a wine stain off of his shirt. “Shut up,” he mumbles back trying his best to clean the spot. You smile watching him glad for once you can have a conversation that doesn’t suck the everlasting life out of you.

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[crystallizsch]

ian, i have a question regarding your ocs if you don’t mind!! we often see your ocs in their nrc uniforms or in event outfits, but what would their everyday outfits look like and/or how would they dress if they could get their hands on their dream wardrobe (i.e. no limitations by idk… being whisked into a new world with no money or belongings)? in the same vein, do any of them have body mods like piercings or tattoos?

partially motivated by the aspect that clothing can reveal a lot about a person/character and one of my first questions for ocs being “okay now what piercings does this dork have” :>

also hiiii new moot, i’m still super giddy about that :]

OO HI HI THIS WAS REALLY FUN TO THINK ABOUT CASUAL OUTFITS HERE THEY BE 💥💥💥

okay uh unskippable monologue below the cut beware because i just went on a design/outfit tangent hfndndjd

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SURPRISINGLY (other than in her intro post) i think i’ve only drawn yuusha in her main casual fit in these posts with jamil -> (💜) (💜) (💜) where they’re in kinda like their silly dating arc which i dont know where to place in their relationship timeline so i just figured it’s an au of some sort

(firstly i’m not 100% aware of fashion/clothing terms so forgive me, i’m just gonna use the generic terms)

ANYWAYS yuusha loves loose fits or just generally clothing that feels comfy and breathable if that makes sense, especially around her upper torso because sometimes it makes her feel self-conscious that she doesnt have a noticeable chest.

the way i would describe her casual clothing is just like- effortless-looking clothing while still managing to look nice/pretty/fashionable somewhat. she dresses for comfort AND style.

she’s fine with tight/flexible pants though, like leggings so she can move around more freely and that it’s breathable.

other than that, overall she just likes casual/warm/cozy fits that aren’t too “loud” like, just monochrome and soft colors.

but when it comes to special events, she’s more confident in dressing like a gentlemanly lady killer while still keeping that feminine vibe bc what better way to channel your feminine prowess is by beating the guys at their own game.

personally i could never do piercings/tattoos but i LOVE seeing them on others. (for piercings the most im kinda comfy having/giving my ocs with is ear piercings but otherwise it’s awesome seeing different kinds of piercings/tattoos when it comes to others) so for yuusha, i think the most she’d be willing is a few tattoos and some ear piercings.

also omg matching couple tattoos aaagh maybe i’d give yuusha and jamil one post-nrc

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fun fact: when i was designing yuuna, their features weren’t usually my go-tos when making personas (the only thing was my usual was hairstyle and eye color) bc i thought i’d be over and done with twst after a bit (but look where i am now and yuuna had quite grown on me 😔)

theyre my pink barbie doll where i channel all the whimsy, cutesy fashion choices that i wish i could wear lmao 😭

similar to yuusha, they’d wear anything regardless of gender presentation. but their preference leans towards more feminine.

yuuna’s fashion choices are definitely more “loud” like more patterns, more brighter colors, etc. anything to stand out. (i know it doesn’t show in the doodle i did but hfbdjsjs i love outfit designs but i'm not super skilled in that area yet) they also like warm/cozy outfits but instead of monochrome colors, it’ll be more colorful.

and if THEY COULD, i can see them in various kinds of lolita fashion. yuuna would absolutely walk around in those if they could.

(thanks again to @/0honeybones0 for the name dividers 🙏💕)

[hymnserendipity]

Alchemist Kenma's creation

Smut, no gender mentioned, Age up

All you remember is a great darkness and then an accentuation of a thousand sensations as you open your eyes for the first time in front of your creator, the man you love, who forged you from nothing with his love and who you swore to serve and revere from the bottom of your heart.

"...my perfect puppet." Kenma smiles a little creepy, looking excited. Everyday he would brush your hair and remember you the rules. "I'm your creator, the one whose orders you will obey without question. is that clear?" suddenly his tone became more unfriendly and his eyes went blank. "Yes, creator." he seemed a little surprised that you agreed so easily, but he was glad. you were perfect, just like Kenma always wanted. He studied alchemy for ages before being able to create you as his personal serve.

"hmm...my little puppet." he stroked your hair, gently messing it up on purpose to see your reaction.

"Yes, creator." he chuckled and smiled, looking absolutely pleased. he suddenly cupped your cheek in his hand and pulled you closer.

"you're quite obedient and submissive... as expected of my puppet. keep it up." he finally pulled away and looked at you intently.

"follow me, my little creation. and remember... you have no one but me. do not forget that." Kenma turned around and walked to the door. "Yes, creator." You follow him and he glanced back to make sure you were following him.

"Good, good. be a good puppet and follow me closely." he smirked, not slowing down his gait even for a second, he knows that the pace could be exhausting for you, but he doesn't care, because he believes that puppets don't feel pain. After a short while, you find yourself in a large room. There is a bed and a desk covered with various papers and an unfinished mechanism. Kenma sat down at his desk and casually gestured for you to stand beside him.

"Good... just stand there and don't make a sound." he began to write something in a notebook, occasionally looking at you with a slight smirk. He was perfect, he was the definition of love for you.

"You are so quiet... so good and obedient. perfect." He always praise you, and you lived of his praises.

Kenma liked how you were always close to him and obeyed. It's as if you really had no free will, no thoughts of your own. he really believed that you are a real puppet, without feelings and desires... "Hmm... you know what's really cool about you? that I created you in the image that I wanted. I thought about how you would look, what color hair, eyes... every detail of your body, your skin, your face. and I also gave you the personality that I need... that's awesome, I'm such a talented genius." Kenma looked at you more closely and smiled.

"You are so beautiful. And all mine." "I'm glad you like me, creator." You smile full of love. Kenma laughed and grabbed your chin with two fingers, forcing you to look at him.

"Like? no, I absolutely love you, my puppet."

Your heart melt in happines. He let go of your chin, and he began to go through his papers, obviously looking for something. "Hmm... where is it..." Kenma muttered to himself, sorting through different blueprints, diagrams, and notes.

"Found it!"

Kenma pulled out a sheet with your design.

"I must say that i made a pretty good job. I've never created a more beautiful puppet before." He sits in a chair, pointing to his lap. "Well, are you going to stand there all day? Come here, sit on my lap." You look at him full of gratitude, being able to sit on creator's lap!

"What am i made of?" You suddenly ask. Kenma smirkes and puts his hand on your waist, sitting you down on his knees and pulling you close. He was looking up at you and was very, very pleased with himself.

"My little puppet... you're not made of wood or metal, if that's what you're asking." He laughs and suddenly tightens his grip on your thigh.

"You're more like... a perfect human dummy. your skin, hair, even your tears, it's all very real." Kenma touched your face, caressing your cheek.

"I created each cell of your perfectly beautiful body... you're nothing more than my pretty creature." He looked at you intently, and you smile.

"Hmm... it's interesting, if you are so... human, then can I... use you the way I want?"

"Yes, creator!" You were hoping to be more usefull for him, and you secretly always wanted to touch his body while helping him bathe. You stand up. "Please teach me how to pleasure you, creator." You beg. He was not expecting such an immediate response, but he was definitely happy about it.

"Ah... I knew you would be a good, obeying puppet." Kenma smirked and gestured you to get closer.

"You are now to listen and do everything I say... got it?"

"Yes, master"

"Good pet."

Kenma grabbed you under the chin and looked up at you, he obviously enjoyed having you so close to him.

"First you need to unbutton my shirt, darling..."

Kenma watched you slowly unbutton his shirt, keeping his eyes on your face. he was curious what expressions you would make when executing his commands.

"Hmm... that's it, my gorgeous creature. you are doing great." He looked very smug, enjoying your obedience. He wanted to take control of you and test your limits.

"You know... you can't say no to me... I am your creator and I give the orders. Got it, you pretty thing?" You nod energetically, all you ever wanted was to pleasure him. "I want to pleasure you, master." Kenma chuckled and suddenly grabbed you by the hips.

"Oh, so you want to please me? Then do it... be a good and obdient little puppet for your creator, my dear." "Teach me, master." Kenma looked at you intently, studying your face and reaction

"Hmm... you're so perfect... so obedient to me, you're my absolute favourite puppet."

He suddenly grabbed your wrist and pulled in another position of his lap, sitting you on his knee. He put his hand on your hip again and suddenly squeezed.

"Sit close and listen to me, darling, don't move unless I say so." He ran his hand across your waist and continued looking at you, taking in your appearance.

"You're so beautiful... I spent so much time creating you, and the result is... perfect. and mine to do as i please" His hand suddenly went under your shirt, and he touched your skin making you gasp and blushing with a gentle smile. He chuckled, finding your facial expression quite cute, and he began to slowly run his hand up and down your waist.

"Ahh... such a pretty puppet. you look so cute when you're flustered." "Creator... Why am i hot down there?" Kenma suddenly stopped his movements, he chuckled slightly and looked at you with a smirk.

"hmm... you're really so innocent, aren't you?" He ran his hand over your thigh, caressing it softly.

"Why are you so hot down there, my darling? is that because of me?" Kenma continued to caress your thighs, his gaze running all over your body. "Please creator, all i want is to touch you and please you."

"Your body's quite sensitive huh... you're so easily excited. Does having my hands on you like this make you feel good, my pretty puppet?.." He leaned closer to your ear.

"Listen to me, sweet, obedient little thing. are you excited?.. do you like having my hands all over your body like this?" He whispered softly next to your ear. "Yes, creator." He chuckled, he seemed to like your responses..

"Ah... such an honest little thing. you're good, my dear. so good and so obedient."

His hand went from your thighs to your stomach, and suddenly his fingers went again under your shirt. Kenma whispered close to your ear, a low and smooth voice, very seductive

"I am going toteach you something, my little puppet.. I have something I'd like you to try. for me." "Yes master." Hetook a moment, enjoying the way you obeyed him without question and continued to caress your waist with his hand, his touch was soft and pleasant.

"Hmm... there's somewhere else I want you to touch, darling. Want to guess?.." "Where do you want me to touch, master?" Kenma chuckled, getting more and more amused.

"Hmm, my naughty puppet... such a good listener."

"How about you touch me here?" he suddenly grabbed your hand and gently placed it on his chest and you immediatly start to explore his chest, kissing it and licking his nipples as he let out a moan, his eyes widened. He obviously did not expect you to be so bold as to make such a move. he took a moment, trying to get control of his breathing.

"Ah... oh... you little... naughty puppet..." Kenma's grip on your hip suddenly tightened as he bit his lip, he was obviously trying to maintain his composure. Your touch was really driving him crazy.

"Mmm... you're being daring, aren't you?.. naughty, naughty little thing"

His hand went from your hip to your thigh, caressing it, squeezing it. He was slowly losing control over himself and was starting to find it difficult to hold back. Your touch was very pleasing, and he wanted more of it.

"Ah.. I can't believe you just did that. You're really going to make me lose control.." kenma was barely holding back his moans and, when you stop, had to take a moment to catch his breath, he was getting more and more excited. Kenma looked at you, trying to regain his composure.

"Hmm... it seems like you need me to guide you on how to please me. Ks that right, my little puppet?.. but you did good, you're such a good pet for doing... that..."

"Can you feel how excited you made me, you naughty puppet?.. hmm, I might have to punish you for being so bold.." He took your hand and put it on the bulge of his pants, chuckling at your amazed look, he obviously enjoyed how you looked at him.

"Mm... oh, seems like you noticed. it's your fault, you naughty naughty thing... you made me like this, you know that?"

He suddenly grabbed your hip and squeezed it harder, he was really trying to hold back, he was getting more and more excited, and took a deep breath and started stroking your thighs again, enjoying the way your body would react to his touch.

"Hmm... ah.. you really have no idea what you do to me, my beautiful creature... making me lose control so easily..." Kenma's grip on your thighs tightened and his voice became lower and more seductive as you lick his neck .

"Listen to me, darling... now I want to teach you something new.. how to please your master even better.." "Yes, creator." Kenma smirked, obviously enjoying knowing that you would do what he asked, he ran his hand under your shirt and over your stomach.

"Hmm.. you would do anything for me, wouldn't you?.. such a good, obedient little doll..." "Yes, creator." He whispered in your ear again, he was getting lost in his own pleasure

"Good... that's a good pet. then listen to your master carefully... I want you to use your mouth to please me. Would you do that for me, my darling puppet?" He said while looking at the ground and you suddently understand, as you kneel in front of him. Kenma ran his hand through your hair, enjoying how easily you obeyed him.

"Mmm... you're so easy to control. You obey every single word, don't you? Good pet. Now, use your pretty little mouth to please me. Open wide" He unbotton his pants, leaning back, watching you intently. He was already slightly breathless with excitement, his face looked a little flushed. You open your mouth for him, tongue exposed.

"Mm.. go ahead, my little puppet..." Kenma put his hand on the back of your head, guiding your movements throught his lenght.

"There... mmm.. slowly..." Kenma's voice sounded a bit shaky, he was already very excited, and it was apparent by his breathing. His grip in your hair became a bit stronger, a little rough, as he had to hold back himself and stay in control.

"Oh... there... good... that's it, my puppet... ah.." As you start to use the tip of your tongue he was having a hard time staying calm and collected. Whatever you did with your mouth, it was making him lose his mind, he was slowly going to lose control over his own reactions. He put his hand on your chin and tilted your head, so you would look up at him. He looked a bit messy, his face more flushed, his hair a bit messed up.

"Mm.. my pretty little puppet... ahh.. just look at you, on your knees, doing what I ask without a question... so obedient, so good.." He was starting to lose control, his breathing was getting more uneven, he was clearly holding himself back but he was failing to do so, his face started to get even more flushed.

"Oh... oh, darling... you're doing such a good job... mmm... ah.. you're making me feel too good.." Kenma suddenly let out a moan as he finished. He had to take a moment to catch his breath, he looked a little messy and his face looked flushed.

"Aahh... ohh.. oh my... you did such a good job, my obedient puppet... you really know how to please your master..." You clean your mouth with a smile and look at him pleased. He was still panting, his breathing slowly going back to normal. He looked at you and smirked, obviously enjoying the view of you on your knees, cleaning your mouth.

"Ah.. oh, you're so pretty like that.. on your knees, looking up at me... my pretty little puppet..." Kenma ran his hand through your hair, caressing it gently.

"Mmm.. you did so good, you know that?.. I'm more than pleases, my darling. you're such a naughty thing... but so obedient and good. I just can't resist you. you're my favorite puppet."

[stonesylove]

Summary: Alessandra and Tom met on a casual night out in Berlin while he's filming the prequel of the hunger games, both of them are down for a little three month affair but what if they want a little bit more.

social media au

A night out in Berlin pt.3

Yours or mine

Chapter 2 - Chapter 4

The week went by and they talked everyday, even Alessandra asked for his number which made Tom laugh because she told him that only old people asked for someones number, he loved knowing more about the Italian girl she was so different to what he’s used to, all the girls in New York were kinda the same and Alessandra was like a shot of espresso and that made him go crazy because for sure she will be something that he’ll never forget, Tom new that this was just a quick affair but he was down to enjoy every second of her so when Alessandra asked him to go to a club that her friend was gonna dj in, Tom was 100% down to go but alone he wanted to keep her all to himself and he knew that Hunter and Rachel would love her but also disapproved the situation because they knew he had a girl in New York, it wasn’t something serious and he stopped replying to her after he met the Italian girl.

Tom got out of his head because he needed to be focused on the last scene they were filming for the day and as soon as they finished that he knew he was closer to see his crazy Italian girl, “Tommy do you want get dinner with us?” Josh asked him as they were waiting for the instructions of the director to start filming “Nah man, I can’t today, I’m going out with this girl that I met but please keep the secret” Tom said kind of begging to his friend so he wouldn’t tell his girlfriend and have to put on the drama of the short girl, “Don’t worry, i’ll keep the secret” Josh said debating on his mind if he was capable of keeping that secret from his girl, he was a noisy person and Rachel also love gossiping.

Finally they wrapped up for the day and Tom took all his stuff from the trailer and practically run to get a cab to get to his hotel as fast as possible, he was dying to see her which was something he will never accept to someone else. He got to the hotel not knowing what to wear but and all black outfit would be it, he got in the shower screaming a couple of his favorite song for some reason he was so pumped for the night.

He started walking to the entrance of the club when he heard her screaming with her accent his name, and he found that so fucking sexy he dreamed of her screaming his name under him. “Hi Tommy” Alessandra hugged the tall British boy, “Guess someone is excited to see me” tom said while laughing, “of course” Alessandra said giggling, she took Tom’s hand to get him inside to find her friends. Tom noticed that she had a light blue mini dress which made her look like the most beautiful creature he ever saw, he was trying to keep his posture because he was ready to take the short girl and kiss her all night. “Well this is Giuliana and Marco and this is Tom” Alessandra while introducing him to her friends, he thought that maybe the three of them were friends because ballet, they were so nice with him, Tom noticed that Giuliana was also Italian and the he learned that she was her best friend that she told him about and Marco was also in the ballet company but he wasn’t Italian he was from here.

The night was perfect, they’ve dancing and drinking like they were teenagers, Tom couldn’t believe the way she was dancing the was she was moving her hips against him, Tom didn’t know if it was the Alcohol making him act that way but he put his hands on her hips to pull her closer to him and to his surprise she was more that happy to be close to the British boy, “dance for me pretty girl” tom whispered in Alessandra ear and she took that as her mission, Alessandra started dancing in the sexiest way she could, she was grinding her hips against his dick, Tom knew that something was growing in him and he didn’t want to waste any chance with the tiny girl, so he quickly turned her around and put her hands over his shoulders and got closer to her, “You know what you’re doing and I’m not gonna back down” Tom whispered in her ear, “baby I want it all” Alessandra responded to him while turning around again and moving her hips against Tom’s body.

Tom didn’t know what time it was but he was ready to her to his hotel room, they’ve dancing all night and it felt like they were in a little bubble, a few kisses here and there and he swore her kisses felt like heaven and hell at the same time and he was ready to go to both places with her, so Tom shouted “do you wanna go outside babe” to what Alessandra nodded with her head knowing what was about to happen; she took her hand and guided both of them out of the club.

“Your eyes are my favorite color” Alessandra said when they were finally outside of the club while giggling, “You are such a liar but I take it as a compliment” Tom said while hugging her by the waist in the cold night, she put her hands in his neck and asked him “So do you wanna go to my place or we go to yours” while biting her lips, Tom was surprised she asked him, it made him lose his mind that she was so out there, it was such a turn on for him, “Let’s go to mine pretty girl” Tom said smiling.

While they were in the cab he saw Alessandra laughing at her phone, which made him feel jealous because who the hell she’s talking to and making her smile and laugh, “What’s so funny pretty girl?” Tom asked trying to sound relax but he didn’t want to share his Italian girl, “It’s a surprise pretty boy, we will see if you notice it” she said laughing while making eye contact, “We will see funny girl” he said looking at him with love and he hoped it was purely the alcohol, “You have such a funny accent” Alessandra said bursting out of laughter, “I have a funny accent? My people literally invented the language” Tom said trying to sound serious but still laughing about it.

When they got to his hotel room, Alessandra took Tom’s face in her hands and kissed him like she needed it to survive, he lips were the only thing that matter for him and her kisses were the best he ever had, Tom took some steps back and asked her if she was okay with having sex, he knew both of them were drunk but conscious enough to understand what was about to happen.

…

Tom woke up and tried to pull Alessandra closer but noticed he was alone which made him feel like shit because he thought both enjoyed the night in the same way and for a second he felt like she was using him, Tom got out of his bed still naked looking out for his phone, when he found he noticed a couple notifications and saw a text from her.

My tiny dancer (Ale)😋

I had class early in the morning, I wish I could’ve a wake up to a second round

Do you wanna grab lunch

Well if you can, I know you’re working and you have a crazy schedule.

We can go to this really nice café.

Instantly he felt a sense of relive, of course she had class in the morning, she’s a fucking ballet dancer; he didn’t want to look desperate so he opened instagram to distract his mind a little bit, he was glad that he didn’t have to work that day when he realized that Alessandra had posted a story.

Tom Blyth

Hi pretty girl, of course I can have lunch with you.

So blue as my eyes?

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an: I dont think I'm ready to write smut but we will see what happens

[laysdimplesareillegal]

Character Development: Chapter 6

Some Days in the Life

Pairing: Monsta X Changkyun x Reader

Word Count: 

Warnings: yandere themes, kidnapping, general delusion, angst

Character Development Masterlist

Everyday Changkyun and I found a new topic to fight about.

Day 2 with Changkyun

I was sat down on the couch flipping through TV channels. Changkyun messed around in the kitchen before coming to stand behind the couch, hands resting on the back. I continued browsing the channels. We fought over the remote when I landed on the news because, “this is boring and depressing, let's watch a drama!”

But I needed something to connect me to the outside world. Changkyun wandered around behind me opening and closing cabinets in the kitchen, probably looking for a snack. And then I saw it—my picture was blown up to fill the TV screen. It shrank down as the newscaster broke down the story of a young woman—me— “proclaimed missing three days ago.”

If I was standing, I would have been knocked off my feet. A fire re-ignited within me; I wanted to turn around and lunge at Changkyun. The police have probably already given up hope looking for me. What was everyone thinking right now—never mind, I knew. At this point, people are thinking I’m buried in some shallow grave. I could envision people crying, and people who barely knew me reminiscing about “that time.” Sure, I’d thought about this before, but I was also so wrapped up in the fact that, at first, I was more or less safe.

“That’s a nice picture of you,” Changkyun muses, “when is that from?” He was sick and callous.

“Did you know this was on the news?” I screamed at him. I didn’t wait for his answer. “This is you! You’re a criminal and this is your crime do you know that? People think I’m dead and you stand here casually asking when I took this picture! You’re soulless!” I felt angry and sad and cursed, and I wanted to run all the way home Surprise, my accounts got hacked or I went camping or some excuse that could cover up being off the grid for 10 days so I wouldn’t have to ever think of Changkyun again, let alone relay the story to someone. Changkyun stood there, arms crossed. Are you done yet was visible on the tip of his tongue while he waited for me to finish.

Day Three with Changkyun: Family

“Just let me tell them I’m still alive!” I begged. “A text or a letter.”

“No.” I imagined Changkyun wearing a cloak and flourishing it while he walked away, I imagine he would be that melodramatic given the chance.

Soon he got sick of me pestering him on this, opting to blow up at me. “Why do you care about them so much? If they really loved you, they would have found you already! I had to search everywhere for you when you left school!” after pointing this bullshit, he stopped yelling. “Besides, no one just runs away for a couple weeks. We’ll go see them once you’re settled here.”

“You mean once you've finished brainwashing me?”

“You’re just scared of change.”

I threw my hands up in frustration, “Stop acting like you know what I’m feeling. I’m scared–” I growled “–of you!”

Promptly, Changkyun delivered a hard slap to my face. “I’m protecting you" I looked at him. “You’re absurd, what was that then?” I held my cheek

“There’s a lot more than that waiting out there for you.”

“Are you threatening me? You make no sense” I yelled. Again, he held up his hand prompting me to shut my mouth.

“I did it to show you what it feels like when you say such mean things to me.” Changkyun had big sad eyes as he soothingly rubbed the hand he hit me with, still red from the impact.

Day Four with Changkyun: Going Outside

“I want to go outside.” I stood in front of him while he lounged on the couch.

“No.” His favorite word.

“Just in the backyard. I’ll stay on the patio.” He ignored me.

Trailing behind him all day, begging, whining–even crying, all amounted to nothing. I felt like a toddler.

“I want to go outside!” I slammed my hand on his desk, not missing a beat, Changkyun grabbed me by the wrist and yanked me down. Losing my balance, I dropped hard onto the desk while he pulled my arm taught to his side. “My niece understands no better than you do.”

It crossed my mind that he’d never mentioned having siblings, nonetheless nieces or nephews, but his family tree wasn’t my first priority at the moment.

“You never even asked if I’d go with you.” I open my mouth, but he cut me off, “I won’t. Maybe if you were good, sweet, obedient for more than an hour I’d reward you and we would go outside. Together.” I debated if this trade-off was worth it. Obedience or House Arrest? He watched me weigh the two in my mind. “We’re a long ways away from going outside. That’s more of a…” he guided my hand back between us “final reward for you.” I jerked my hand back and stood up fully. “Now, stop asking.”

Day Five with Changkyun: Sleeping Arrangements 

“I hate waking up next to you.” I threw out while eating breakfast. He was not impressed, and knew where I was going with this conversation.

“You’re not staying in one of the other rooms.”

“Why?”

“Because we love each other, and when people loved each other, they share a space.”

“I don’t–” Changkyun’s glare cut me off. “I don’t want to live with someone before we’re married.” I deterred.

Changkyun scoffed. “Come on, I know you.”

After that, we ate quietly. It was surprising Changkyun hadn’t exploded already. On cue,

“Why does nothing satisfy you!?” He hit the table. Silverware rattled “I could give you the world and you’d still ask for more.” I cringed, was I really that selfish? “Can’t you let me have one thing?”

“I’m right here.” I murmured sarcastically to myself. He’s asking a lot from a prisoner. He wasn’t meant to hear me.

“And I’m asking you to see me and understand that everything I do is for you. Please stop antagonizing me.”

Then stop being an antagonist I huffed. Maybe I could stand to complain a little less, then maybe I could get one of those rewards he’s always holding over my head.

Day Six with Changkyun: Activities

“I’m bored.”

Changkyun looked up at me from his phone. We sat together on the couch, my legs across his lap as his CD played. He claimed he was responding to work emails, but that couldn’t be all he was doing on his phone. My fingers itched, I craved it like comfort food, like a breath of air after drowning. Of course, he noticed my eyeing his phone. Smoothly, he turned it off and slid it into his sweatshirt pocket.

He rubbed my leg “I can think of a few things to do.” he wore an indecorous smile.

“No.” I pulled my legs in, he playfully tugged them back, yet not moving to do anything else. “What do you even have do here?” I tried to change the subject.

“Well, when I’m not learning about you,” ah yes of course “I work, make music, I work out.”

And I could tell.

While Changkyun typically wore sweatshirts and large baggy hoodies, he also wore his fair share of compression shirts that stretched tight over his chest and arms. Not to mention how they accentuated his small waist. Changkyun saw my eyes trailing to where the zipper of his hood stood, exposing his collarbone but little else.

“Should I take it off, Changkyun challenged.

“Shut up. You never even leave to go to the gym.” I don't want to admit I’d even spared a glance at him.

“Why would I when I have one here?” He l took his phone back out.

“What? Where?” I wasn’t convinced.

“Through the kitchen.”

“The garage?”

“I just wrote that so you wouldn’t try to go in there.”

[slightlyaboveaverageiq]

Connor and the Brat {Part 6}

A/N: And Brats name will be…Ravenna 🖤 Also, Ava is going to find this out before Connor how do we think we will feel about this? I loved the idea of Ava and Connor platonically I feel like when they started a relationship in the show it was just doomed from the start so they will stay platonic. I always saw Ava swinging both ways and one of my crack ships is Ava/Sarah so that will probably be the pairing. Also might have some slight Ava/Ravenna undertones but will ultimately be Connor/Ravenna.

It had been two weeks since Connor had seen Brat, and not for lack of trying on his part. He had gone up every day at all her meal time just o show he was still there for her only to be sent away by Sarah. Sarah also wasn’t too happy with him given that Brat had told her about the little showdown they had had in her room. So while she did give him information she did it reluctantly, feeling a sense of responsibility to her patient and not wanting to upset her. Brat was doing much better after that incident two weeks ago and as of today would be allowed 8 hour passes, all that means is someone who the team and Brat both approve of can take her out of the hospital for 8 hours and do things around the city but she has to be back by 10 pm. Connor had tried asking Sarah if he could be one to take Brat out for the day and Sarah had told him that while Brat was no longer angry with him she wasn’t ready to be alone with him yet, that someone else was taking her out for the day.

“Stop pouting Connor it’s unbecoming on you.” He turned to his left and saw Ava in her casual clothes and her done. He furrowed his eyebrows wondering why she would be all dressed up and in the hospital on her day off.

“I didn’t realize we had a miss doctors beauty pageant going on today.” Ava rolled her eyes and requested the visitor check in sheet from Maggie making sure to move it just out of Connors eyeline so he couldn’t see who she was visiting today.

“I didn’t dress up for you Dr. Rhodes, I’m here for Ravenna.” Before he could ask who Ravenna was he drew in a breath at seeing Brat get off the elevator with Sarah. She was wearing a long sleeved burnt orange dress that went all the way down to her ankles and some brown boots along with a jean jacket seeing as how it wasn’t too cold yet but she probably needed something more than just long sleeves. It looked like Sarah had helped her with her hair seeing as how patients weren’t allowed to use hot tools themselves but could have staff help them her long brown hair was curled and half up half down. That’s when it hit him, Brat was Ravenna. Brats name was Ravenna Scott.

”You’re staring at me.” And indeed he was because Ava gave him a harsh elbow to the gut and he quickly regained some sense of not being a creeper. She didn’t sound nor look angry at seeing him but the usual excitement was gone from her voice, he was just another doctor to her now and he didn’t know if he would rather her be angry or indifferent towards him.

“You look very pretty, I hear you’re able to go in day passes now.” Eesh, when did small talk become so awkward between them? Maybe when you decided to victim blame her Connor he accosted himself.

“Ava is taking me around the city of Chicago, I hadn’t lived here long before I well…ended up here.” That was interesting what could have made her want to completely uproot her life and come to Chicago of all places? Had someone close to her stepfather been bothering her? Awkward silence settled among the four of them before Ava announced she was going to get the car and Sarah was needed back upstairs leaving just the two of them alone. “You came back everyday, even after I told you not to.”

“I didn’t know what would make you more angry Brat, I just wanted you to know I was there for you.” She gave a small smile and shook her head at him.

“I wasn’t angry anymore, I was embarrassed with how I had acted. And then I realized that maybe I was too dependent on you and I need to branch out more. It wasn’t that I didn’t want to see you, I just wanted a chance to make other friends.” She wasn’t angry with him anymore, she hadn’t been angry for a long time, a sudden weight was lifted off of Connors chest.

“Does this mean you’ll let me come visit you again? Maybe take you out on your next day pass?” She giggled a little bit but nodded, he thought she looked so much prettier when she laughed.

“you’ll have to share time with everyone else down here too though. Maggie, April, Will and Natalie have all visited me over the past two weeks and have asked to come visit me more. And I can only have one visitor a day.” Connors eyes grew wide he didn’t know anyone else even knew about Brat, why hadn’t anyone told him she wasn’t angry with him anymore.

“And Ava has come to see you and is taking you on a trip.” She shrugged her shoulders and he could see a faint blush coloring her cheeks.

“She’s pretty but I think she likes Dr. Reese and is taking me out as a favor to her.” Did Brat have a little crush on Ava? She was his brat first and Ava would have to make do with Sarah. Speak of the devil and she shall appear Ava came back and asked Brat if she was ready to go. Brat walked on ahead of her and Ava tugged on his scrubs so he would bend down to her level.

“Don’t scare her off again, mind your business unless she asks you to get involved. She doesn’t need a knight in shinning armor Connor she needs stability.”

[miraculous-magicalconnections]

Marinette Dupain-Cheng and Adrien Agreste Alternate Outfits

For the alternate outfits I wanted to give them pajamas, a swimsuit, something fancy/dress up, and two additional casual/everyday outfits (which are in the order from left to right)

If you want to see their main design, you can check the pinned post on my blog or click here

(Note: I can't draw feet so for her pajamas and swimsuit they're just not there)

For Marinette's pajamas it's just a simple white t-shirt with green boxers, the boxers she found after meeting Chat Noir and (although she'd never admit it) bought them as they reminded her of him

Her swimsuit is a mismatched top and bottom, because I felt like all the characters being in one-pieces felt unrealistic and I wanted to switch them up

Her dress is a mixture of a couple different dress I found online, made specifically to give her extra mobility with slits on both sides, and for that same reason she wears flats instead of heels (which are the same color as her camouflaged Miraculous)

For her first alternate casual outfit, I wanted to play into the running gag in Power Rangers where as civilians they wear their ranger color so she wears red, otherwise it's a simple outfit as she doesn't like to go all out

Her second alternate outfit is pink shirt and black shorts, just to add a bit more variety to her outfit choices

Her entire set may seem rather simple but that's the point, Marinette's a fashion designer and while obviously she has an eye for fashion and loves it, she also doesn't want to be surrounded by overly fancy clothes 24/7

So aside from her making some of her clothes (namely her dress) I didn't like the idea that she'd be completely overdressed just because she designs clothes

(Note: I can't draw feet so for his pajamas and swimsuit they're just not there)

For Adrien's pajamas I just went simple with black boxers, and this is the only times Adrien will take of his prosthetic (aside from showering)

For his swimsuit, I took inspiration from his in canon but changed them to be actual shorts and just gave them white stripes, thankfully due to the advanced nature of his prosthetic he doesn't NEED to remove it, but he often times does if he's alone or just with someone who knows

For his suit, it's a simple black two piece with a white undershirt, black tie, and dress shoes because of his father, if he didn't need to appease his father's wishes, he'd likely just wear a button up

For his additional casual look I gave him a very dark, almost black turtle neck and blue jeans which is his "Gabriel approved outfit" he wears whenever he doesn't need to wear a suit to any Gabriel function

And his final extra outfit is a dark green t-shirt and light blue jeans with an arm covering to hide his prosthetic

If you read his backstory, you'll know that Adrien lost his right arm in the accident that killed his mom, so he doesn't wear his prosthetic while he sleeps and covers it any chance he can get

This was unintentional originally, as it just happened, but I made most of his outfits black to further show just how much control Gabriel has over Adrien even if Adrien isn't as under his control like in canon

Aside from the accidental outfit-storytelling I made, his outfits didn't really have a set reasoning aside from thinking "what would an 18-year-old model who doesn't want to be a model wear?" which led me to very basic outfits with minimal color, this also helps contrast his two main outfits being the white long-sleeve shirt I posted in his redesign post (which is linked on my blog) and the green t-shirt outfit which he wears less commonly but more than the others

[cleverhottubmiracle]

I first wrote about Dorsey jewelry a while back, but now that I’ve been consistently wearing the brand for a few years, I wanted to revisit and update my review. Dorsey has become one of my go-to jewelry staples, and I style their pieces with everything from casual daily outfits to dressy looks. I love how their designs elevate even the simplest of outfits! So today, I’m sharing a refreshed look at this brand—covering who founded Dorsey jewelry, what makes their pieces unique, and why I love them so much. I’ll also highlight some of the newest styles that I’ve added to my Dorsey collection, along with a few that are currently on my wish list. And of course, no review would be complete without some styling ideas! About Dorsey Jewelry Dorsey is a direct-to-consumer jewelry brand that designs beautiful, heritage-inspired pieces using lab-grown gemstones. Founded in 2019 by Meg Strachan and named after her grandmother, this Los Angeles-based brand quickly gained popularity among Gen Z and Millennials—and for good reason! Dorsey’s pieces are not only stunning but also durable and versatile, making them perfect for everyday wear. What are Lab-Grown Gemstones? Before diving in further, I want to touch on lab-grown gemstones, as they’ve become increasingly popular in recent years. These gemstones are created in a controlled laboratory environment that replicates the natural formation process of diamonds. They have the same physical and chemical properties as mined diamonds but without the environmental or ethical concerns. This makes them a more affordable option without compromising on quality, brilliance, or timeless beauty. Do Dorsey Jewelry Pieces Last? I started my Dorsey jewelry collection with the Kate necklace, and soon after, I snapped up the matching bracelet. That was nearly two years ago—more than enough time to give an honest review. First, the quality and craftsmanship of each piece are outstanding. I can be tough on my jewelry, yet even after all this time, I haven’t noticed any significant wear or tear. And that’s despite wearing some pieces daily! Additionally, I’ve received countless compliments on these accessories—both when I first got them and even now. This speaks to the timelessness of their designs and proves that they truly stand the test of time. Dorsey Jewelry Favorites Now that I’ve raved about how much I love this brand, I want to share some of my current favorite pieces. Jewelry is certainly an investment, so I always appreciate learning more about specific styles before making a purchase. But let’s be honest—a girl can never have too many accessories! The Kate Rivière Necklace As I mentioned earlier, the Kate necklace was my first piece of Dorsey jewelry, so it’s only fitting to start here. This round-cut white sapphire necklace comes in a variety of stone sizes, sapphire colors, and chain lengths. I went with the larger 4.5mm stone size, which comes in a 15″ chain, allowing it to sit just above the collarbone. However, if you opt for the smaller stone size, there are five different chain length options ranging from 15″ to 20″. The Kate Rivière Bracelet After realizing how much I loved the Kate necklace, ordering the matching bracelet was a no-brainer! This single-strand tennis bracelet features round-cut, lab-grown white sapphire stones set in sterling silver. Overall, I consider the Kate styles to be a cornerstone of the brand. These iconically classic designs look absolutely stunning when worn. The Kate bracelet is now available in two stone sizes (3mm, and 3.75mm), four to five lengths (depending on the stone size), and a choice of sterling silver or gold. And if you prefer a princess cut over a round cut, Dorsey offers those as well! The James Bracelet While I still wear my Kate pieces often, I was surprised by how much I gravitated toward the James styles as my Dorsey collection grew. First, I got the James bracelet in gold—but soon after, I snapped up the silver as well! I’m a big fan of mixing metals, and I love how the two look together. The James Necklace You know where this is going… Once I realized how much I loved the James bracelet, I ended up adding the James necklace to my jewelry box. This has become my ultimate layering piece and is probably my most-worn Dorsey design of all time—it just stacks so effortlessly! Be sure to check out my post on layered necklace ideas if you’re looking for styling inspiration. Dorsey Fashion Pieces While I consider all Dorsey jewelry to be classic and perfect for daily wear, I also own and love a few pieces with a bit more flair. First up, the turquoise Bennington necklace is my newest addition, and it’s quickly becoming one of my most-worn. The shade of turquoise is absolutely stunning—perfect for spring and summer! I also have a few pairs of Dorsey statement earrings. These gorgeous green drop earrings are simply breathtaking. The crystal emeralds are great year-round but feel especially festive during the holidays. I also own and love these blue sapphire studs—regal is the first word that comes to mind when I see them. They’re timeless and elegant. Heads up…this pair is a limited edition, so once it’s gone, it’s gone! My Dorsey Jewelry Wish List While these are my current Dorsey favorites, the brand continues to release timeless designs each season—so my wish list is always growing! Their collections have expanded significantly, and they now offer something for everyone. If you prefer daintier styles, I highly recommend the Clemence collection. Available in both gold and silver, it’s as delicate as it is beautiful. I haven’t yet dipped my toe into Dorsey’s rings, but I think that will be my next move. The bezel nano ring in emerald is currently at the top of my list! How to Style Dorsey Jewelry There’s no right or wrong way to style jewelry, but lately, I’ve been very into stacking my Dorsey pieces with a mix of fine and costume jewelry. I find they pair beautifully with some of my other favorite brands, like Pacharee, Brinker and Eliza, and even Tuckernuck. Dorsey’s classic designs make them incredibly versatile, allowing for endless styling possibilities! Styling Necklaces You know I adore a layered necklace look! When it comes to the Kate necklace, I love pairing it with this letter necklace, this pendant, and this unique pearl necklace. On days when I’m feeling a bit more whimsical, I wear it with this affordable rainbow necklace for a fun pop of color or this bubble heart necklace for a playful touch! Not sure what to wear with so many layered necklaces? Personally, I love styling them with a simple outfit—like an open-neckline button-up, an easy pair of denim, and city sandals. Styling Bracelets Just as I love layering necklaces, I also enjoy stacking bracelets. Lately, I’ve been wearing the Kate and James bracelets alongside this gold cable bangle, this rainbow bracelet (a fun new addition to my rotation!), and my Longines watch—an everyday classic that pairs with everything. Again, there’s no wrong way to style Dorsey jewelry, but I encourage you to mix metals, play with proportions, and don’t be afraid to add a little whimsy! Dorsey Jewelry Review Like me, I’m sure you’ve seen so many influencers raving about Dorsey jewelry. If you’ve been wondering whether this brand is truly worth the hype, my answer is a resounding yes! Their pieces are such chic additions to my jewelry collection—I only wish I had discovered them sooner. For more of my recent style favorites, be sure to check out these posts: Source link

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I first wrote about Dorsey jewelry a while back, but now that I’ve been consistently wearing the brand for a few years, I wanted to revisit and update my review. Dorsey has become one of my go-to jewelry staples, and I style their pieces with everything from casual daily outfits to dressy looks. I love how their designs elevate even the simplest of outfits! So today, I’m sharing a refreshed look at this brand—covering who founded Dorsey jewelry, what makes their pieces unique, and why I love them so much. I’ll also highlight some of the newest styles that I’ve added to my Dorsey collection, along with a few that are currently on my wish list. And of course, no review would be complete without some styling ideas! About Dorsey Jewelry Dorsey is a direct-to-consumer jewelry brand that designs beautiful, heritage-inspired pieces using lab-grown gemstones. Founded in 2019 by Meg Strachan and named after her grandmother, this Los Angeles-based brand quickly gained popularity among Gen Z and Millennials—and for good reason! Dorsey’s pieces are not only stunning but also durable and versatile, making them perfect for everyday wear. What are Lab-Grown Gemstones? Before diving in further, I want to touch on lab-grown gemstones, as they’ve become increasingly popular in recent years. These gemstones are created in a controlled laboratory environment that replicates the natural formation process of diamonds. They have the same physical and chemical properties as mined diamonds but without the environmental or ethical concerns. This makes them a more affordable option without compromising on quality, brilliance, or timeless beauty. Do Dorsey Jewelry Pieces Last? I started my Dorsey jewelry collection with the Kate necklace, and soon after, I snapped up the matching bracelet. That was nearly two years ago—more than enough time to give an honest review. First, the quality and craftsmanship of each piece are outstanding. I can be tough on my jewelry, yet even after all this time, I haven’t noticed any significant wear or tear. And that’s despite wearing some pieces daily! Additionally, I’ve received countless compliments on these accessories—both when I first got them and even now. This speaks to the timelessness of their designs and proves that they truly stand the test of time. Dorsey Jewelry Favorites Now that I’ve raved about how much I love this brand, I want to share some of my current favorite pieces. Jewelry is certainly an investment, so I always appreciate learning more about specific styles before making a purchase. But let’s be honest—a girl can never have too many accessories! The Kate Rivière Necklace As I mentioned earlier, the Kate necklace was my first piece of Dorsey jewelry, so it’s only fitting to start here. This round-cut white sapphire necklace comes in a variety of stone sizes, sapphire colors, and chain lengths. I went with the larger 4.5mm stone size, which comes in a 15″ chain, allowing it to sit just above the collarbone. However, if you opt for the smaller stone size, there are five different chain length options ranging from 15″ to 20″. The Kate Rivière Bracelet After realizing how much I loved the Kate necklace, ordering the matching bracelet was a no-brainer! This single-strand tennis bracelet features round-cut, lab-grown white sapphire stones set in sterling silver. Overall, I consider the Kate styles to be a cornerstone of the brand. These iconically classic designs look absolutely stunning when worn. The Kate bracelet is now available in two stone sizes (3mm, and 3.75mm), four to five lengths (depending on the stone size), and a choice of sterling silver or gold. And if you prefer a princess cut over a round cut, Dorsey offers those as well! The James Bracelet While I still wear my Kate pieces often, I was surprised by how much I gravitated toward the James styles as my Dorsey collection grew. First, I got the James bracelet in gold—but soon after, I snapped up the silver as well! I’m a big fan of mixing metals, and I love how the two look together. The James Necklace You know where this is going… Once I realized how much I loved the James bracelet, I ended up adding the James necklace to my jewelry box. This has become my ultimate layering piece and is probably my most-worn Dorsey design of all time—it just stacks so effortlessly! Be sure to check out my post on layered necklace ideas if you’re looking for styling inspiration. Dorsey Fashion Pieces While I consider all Dorsey jewelry to be classic and perfect for daily wear, I also own and love a few pieces with a bit more flair. First up, the turquoise Bennington necklace is my newest addition, and it’s quickly becoming one of my most-worn. The shade of turquoise is absolutely stunning—perfect for spring and summer! I also have a few pairs of Dorsey statement earrings. These gorgeous green drop earrings are simply breathtaking. The crystal emeralds are great year-round but feel especially festive during the holidays. I also own and love these blue sapphire studs—regal is the first word that comes to mind when I see them. They’re timeless and elegant. Heads up…this pair is a limited edition, so once it’s gone, it’s gone! My Dorsey Jewelry Wish List While these are my current Dorsey favorites, the brand continues to release timeless designs each season—so my wish list is always growing! Their collections have expanded significantly, and they now offer something for everyone. If you prefer daintier styles, I highly recommend the Clemence collection. Available in both gold and silver, it’s as delicate as it is beautiful. I haven’t yet dipped my toe into Dorsey’s rings, but I think that will be my next move. The bezel nano ring in emerald is currently at the top of my list! How to Style Dorsey Jewelry There’s no right or wrong way to style jewelry, but lately, I’ve been very into stacking my Dorsey pieces with a mix of fine and costume jewelry. I find they pair beautifully with some of my other favorite brands, like Pacharee, Brinker and Eliza, and even Tuckernuck. Dorsey’s classic designs make them incredibly versatile, allowing for endless styling possibilities! Styling Necklaces You know I adore a layered necklace look! When it comes to the Kate necklace, I love pairing it with this letter necklace, this pendant, and this unique pearl necklace. On days when I’m feeling a bit more whimsical, I wear it with this affordable rainbow necklace for a fun pop of color or this bubble heart necklace for a playful touch! Not sure what to wear with so many layered necklaces? Personally, I love styling them with a simple outfit—like an open-neckline button-up, an easy pair of denim, and city sandals. Styling Bracelets Just as I love layering necklaces, I also enjoy stacking bracelets. Lately, I’ve been wearing the Kate and James bracelets alongside this gold cable bangle, this rainbow bracelet (a fun new addition to my rotation!), and my Longines watch—an everyday classic that pairs with everything. Again, there’s no wrong way to style Dorsey jewelry, but I encourage you to mix metals, play with proportions, and don’t be afraid to add a little whimsy! Dorsey Jewelry Review Like me, I’m sure you’ve seen so many influencers raving about Dorsey jewelry. If you’ve been wondering whether this brand is truly worth the hype, my answer is a resounding yes! Their pieces are such chic additions to my jewelry collection—I only wish I had discovered them sooner. For more of my recent style favorites, be sure to check out these posts: Source link

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I first wrote about Dorsey jewelry a while back, but now that I’ve been consistently wearing the brand for a few years, I wanted to revisit and update my review. Dorsey has become one of my go-to jewelry staples, and I style their pieces with everything from casual daily outfits to dressy looks. I love how their designs elevate even the simplest of outfits! So today, I’m sharing a refreshed look at this brand—covering who founded Dorsey jewelry, what makes their pieces unique, and why I love them so much. I’ll also highlight some of the newest styles that I’ve added to my Dorsey collection, along with a few that are currently on my wish list. And of course, no review would be complete without some styling ideas! About Dorsey Jewelry Dorsey is a direct-to-consumer jewelry brand that designs beautiful, heritage-inspired pieces using lab-grown gemstones. Founded in 2019 by Meg Strachan and named after her grandmother, this Los Angeles-based brand quickly gained popularity among Gen Z and Millennials—and for good reason! Dorsey’s pieces are not only stunning but also durable and versatile, making them perfect for everyday wear. What are Lab-Grown Gemstones? Before diving in further, I want to touch on lab-grown gemstones, as they’ve become increasingly popular in recent years. These gemstones are created in a controlled laboratory environment that replicates the natural formation process of diamonds. They have the same physical and chemical properties as mined diamonds but without the environmental or ethical concerns. This makes them a more affordable option without compromising on quality, brilliance, or timeless beauty. Do Dorsey Jewelry Pieces Last? I started my Dorsey jewelry collection with the Kate necklace, and soon after, I snapped up the matching bracelet. That was nearly two years ago—more than enough time to give an honest review. First, the quality and craftsmanship of each piece are outstanding. I can be tough on my jewelry, yet even after all this time, I haven’t noticed any significant wear or tear. And that’s despite wearing some pieces daily! Additionally, I’ve received countless compliments on these accessories—both when I first got them and even now. This speaks to the timelessness of their designs and proves that they truly stand the test of time. Dorsey Jewelry Favorites Now that I’ve raved about how much I love this brand, I want to share some of my current favorite pieces. Jewelry is certainly an investment, so I always appreciate learning more about specific styles before making a purchase. But let’s be honest—a girl can never have too many accessories! The Kate Rivière Necklace As I mentioned earlier, the Kate necklace was my first piece of Dorsey jewelry, so it’s only fitting to start here. This round-cut white sapphire necklace comes in a variety of stone sizes, sapphire colors, and chain lengths. I went with the larger 4.5mm stone size, which comes in a 15″ chain, allowing it to sit just above the collarbone. However, if you opt for the smaller stone size, there are five different chain length options ranging from 15″ to 20″. The Kate Rivière Bracelet After realizing how much I loved the Kate necklace, ordering the matching bracelet was a no-brainer! This single-strand tennis bracelet features round-cut, lab-grown white sapphire stones set in sterling silver. Overall, I consider the Kate styles to be a cornerstone of the brand. These iconically classic designs look absolutely stunning when worn. The Kate bracelet is now available in two stone sizes (3mm, and 3.75mm), four to five lengths (depending on the stone size), and a choice of sterling silver or gold. And if you prefer a princess cut over a round cut, Dorsey offers those as well! The James Bracelet While I still wear my Kate pieces often, I was surprised by how much I gravitated toward the James styles as my Dorsey collection grew. First, I got the James bracelet in gold—but soon after, I snapped up the silver as well! I’m a big fan of mixing metals, and I love how the two look together. The James Necklace You know where this is going… Once I realized how much I loved the James bracelet, I ended up adding the James necklace to my jewelry box. This has become my ultimate layering piece and is probably my most-worn Dorsey design of all time—it just stacks so effortlessly! Be sure to check out my post on layered necklace ideas if you’re looking for styling inspiration. Dorsey Fashion Pieces While I consider all Dorsey jewelry to be classic and perfect for daily wear, I also own and love a few pieces with a bit more flair. First up, the turquoise Bennington necklace is my newest addition, and it’s quickly becoming one of my most-worn. The shade of turquoise is absolutely stunning—perfect for spring and summer! I also have a few pairs of Dorsey statement earrings. These gorgeous green drop earrings are simply breathtaking. The crystal emeralds are great year-round but feel especially festive during the holidays. I also own and love these blue sapphire studs—regal is the first word that comes to mind when I see them. They’re timeless and elegant. Heads up…this pair is a limited edition, so once it’s gone, it’s gone! My Dorsey Jewelry Wish List While these are my current Dorsey favorites, the brand continues to release timeless designs each season—so my wish list is always growing! Their collections have expanded significantly, and they now offer something for everyone. If you prefer daintier styles, I highly recommend the Clemence collection. Available in both gold and silver, it’s as delicate as it is beautiful. I haven’t yet dipped my toe into Dorsey’s rings, but I think that will be my next move. The bezel nano ring in emerald is currently at the top of my list! How to Style Dorsey Jewelry There’s no right or wrong way to style jewelry, but lately, I’ve been very into stacking my Dorsey pieces with a mix of fine and costume jewelry. I find they pair beautifully with some of my other favorite brands, like Pacharee, Brinker and Eliza, and even Tuckernuck. Dorsey’s classic designs make them incredibly versatile, allowing for endless styling possibilities! Styling Necklaces You know I adore a layered necklace look! When it comes to the Kate necklace, I love pairing it with this letter necklace, this pendant, and this unique pearl necklace. On days when I’m feeling a bit more whimsical, I wear it with this affordable rainbow necklace for a fun pop of color or this bubble heart necklace for a playful touch! Not sure what to wear with so many layered necklaces? Personally, I love styling them with a simple outfit—like an open-neckline button-up, an easy pair of denim, and city sandals. Styling Bracelets Just as I love layering necklaces, I also enjoy stacking bracelets. Lately, I’ve been wearing the Kate and James bracelets alongside this gold cable bangle, this rainbow bracelet (a fun new addition to my rotation!), and my Longines watch—an everyday classic that pairs with everything. Again, there’s no wrong way to style Dorsey jewelry, but I encourage you to mix metals, play with proportions, and don’t be afraid to add a little whimsy! Dorsey Jewelry Review Like me, I’m sure you’ve seen so many influencers raving about Dorsey jewelry. If you’ve been wondering whether this brand is truly worth the hype, my answer is a resounding yes! Their pieces are such chic additions to my jewelry collection—I only wish I had discovered them sooner. For more of my recent style favorites, be sure to check out these posts: Source link

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I first wrote about Dorsey jewelry a while back, but now that I’ve been consistently wearing the brand for a few years, I wanted to revisit and update my review. Dorsey has become one of my go-to jewelry staples, and I style their pieces with everything from casual daily outfits to dressy looks. I love how their designs elevate even the simplest of outfits! So today, I’m sharing a refreshed look at this brand—covering who founded Dorsey jewelry, what makes their pieces unique, and why I love them so much. I’ll also highlight some of the newest styles that I’ve added to my Dorsey collection, along with a few that are currently on my wish list. And of course, no review would be complete without some styling ideas! About Dorsey Jewelry Dorsey is a direct-to-consumer jewelry brand that designs beautiful, heritage-inspired pieces using lab-grown gemstones. Founded in 2019 by Meg Strachan and named after her grandmother, this Los Angeles-based brand quickly gained popularity among Gen Z and Millennials—and for good reason! Dorsey’s pieces are not only stunning but also durable and versatile, making them perfect for everyday wear. What are Lab-Grown Gemstones? Before diving in further, I want to touch on lab-grown gemstones, as they’ve become increasingly popular in recent years. These gemstones are created in a controlled laboratory environment that replicates the natural formation process of diamonds. They have the same physical and chemical properties as mined diamonds but without the environmental or ethical concerns. This makes them a more affordable option without compromising on quality, brilliance, or timeless beauty. Do Dorsey Jewelry Pieces Last? I started my Dorsey jewelry collection with the Kate necklace, and soon after, I snapped up the matching bracelet. That was nearly two years ago—more than enough time to give an honest review. First, the quality and craftsmanship of each piece are outstanding. I can be tough on my jewelry, yet even after all this time, I haven’t noticed any significant wear or tear. And that’s despite wearing some pieces daily! Additionally, I’ve received countless compliments on these accessories—both when I first got them and even now. This speaks to the timelessness of their designs and proves that they truly stand the test of time. Dorsey Jewelry Favorites Now that I’ve raved about how much I love this brand, I want to share some of my current favorite pieces. Jewelry is certainly an investment, so I always appreciate learning more about specific styles before making a purchase. But let’s be honest—a girl can never have too many accessories! The Kate Rivière Necklace As I mentioned earlier, the Kate necklace was my first piece of Dorsey jewelry, so it’s only fitting to start here. This round-cut white sapphire necklace comes in a variety of stone sizes, sapphire colors, and chain lengths. I went with the larger 4.5mm stone size, which comes in a 15″ chain, allowing it to sit just above the collarbone. However, if you opt for the smaller stone size, there are five different chain length options ranging from 15″ to 20″. The Kate Rivière Bracelet After realizing how much I loved the Kate necklace, ordering the matching bracelet was a no-brainer! This single-strand tennis bracelet features round-cut, lab-grown white sapphire stones set in sterling silver. Overall, I consider the Kate styles to be a cornerstone of the brand. These iconically classic designs look absolutely stunning when worn. The Kate bracelet is now available in two stone sizes (3mm, and 3.75mm), four to five lengths (depending on the stone size), and a choice of sterling silver or gold. And if you prefer a princess cut over a round cut, Dorsey offers those as well! The James Bracelet While I still wear my Kate pieces often, I was surprised by how much I gravitated toward the James styles as my Dorsey collection grew. First, I got the James bracelet in gold—but soon after, I snapped up the silver as well! I’m a big fan of mixing metals, and I love how the two look together. The James Necklace You know where this is going… Once I realized how much I loved the James bracelet, I ended up adding the James necklace to my jewelry box. This has become my ultimate layering piece and is probably my most-worn Dorsey design of all time—it just stacks so effortlessly! Be sure to check out my post on layered necklace ideas if you’re looking for styling inspiration. Dorsey Fashion Pieces While I consider all Dorsey jewelry to be classic and perfect for daily wear, I also own and love a few pieces with a bit more flair. First up, the turquoise Bennington necklace is my newest addition, and it’s quickly becoming one of my most-worn. The shade of turquoise is absolutely stunning—perfect for spring and summer! I also have a few pairs of Dorsey statement earrings. These gorgeous green drop earrings are simply breathtaking. The crystal emeralds are great year-round but feel especially festive during the holidays. I also own and love these blue sapphire studs—regal is the first word that comes to mind when I see them. They’re timeless and elegant. Heads up…this pair is a limited edition, so once it’s gone, it’s gone! My Dorsey Jewelry Wish List While these are my current Dorsey favorites, the brand continues to release timeless designs each season—so my wish list is always growing! Their collections have expanded significantly, and they now offer something for everyone. If you prefer daintier styles, I highly recommend the Clemence collection. Available in both gold and silver, it’s as delicate as it is beautiful. I haven’t yet dipped my toe into Dorsey’s rings, but I think that will be my next move. The bezel nano ring in emerald is currently at the top of my list! How to Style Dorsey Jewelry There’s no right or wrong way to style jewelry, but lately, I’ve been very into stacking my Dorsey pieces with a mix of fine and costume jewelry. I find they pair beautifully with some of my other favorite brands, like Pacharee, Brinker and Eliza, and even Tuckernuck. Dorsey’s classic designs make them incredibly versatile, allowing for endless styling possibilities! Styling Necklaces You know I adore a layered necklace look! When it comes to the Kate necklace, I love pairing it with this letter necklace, this pendant, and this unique pearl necklace. On days when I’m feeling a bit more whimsical, I wear it with this affordable rainbow necklace for a fun pop of color or this bubble heart necklace for a playful touch! Not sure what to wear with so many layered necklaces? Personally, I love styling them with a simple outfit—like an open-neckline button-up, an easy pair of denim, and city sandals. Styling Bracelets Just as I love layering necklaces, I also enjoy stacking bracelets. Lately, I’ve been wearing the Kate and James bracelets alongside this gold cable bangle, this rainbow bracelet (a fun new addition to my rotation!), and my Longines watch—an everyday classic that pairs with everything. Again, there’s no wrong way to style Dorsey jewelry, but I encourage you to mix metals, play with proportions, and don’t be afraid to add a little whimsy! Dorsey Jewelry Review Like me, I’m sure you’ve seen so many influencers raving about Dorsey jewelry. If you’ve been wondering whether this brand is truly worth the hype, my answer is a resounding yes! Their pieces are such chic additions to my jewelry collection—I only wish I had discovered them sooner. For more of my recent style favorites, be sure to check out these posts: Source link