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Why Choose Leonardo Bruno Shoes? Find Out Here
If you are searching for high-quality footwear that combines elegance and durability, Leonardo Bruno shoes are an excellent choice. At Bondeno, we are proud to offer a premium collection of these shoes designed to meet the needs of modern men who value style and comfort. But what makes these shoes stand out? Let’s explore the features that make Leonardo Bruno shoes a top pick.
Why Choose Leonardo Bruno Shoes?
Exquisite Italian Craftsmanship Leonardo Bruno shoes are crafted with precision and reflect the finest Italian design elements. From classic loafers to stylish formal shoes, the craftsmanship ensures every pair is made with attention to detail.
Premium Materials for Durability These shoes are made using high-quality leather and durable soles, ensuring long-lasting wear. Whether you're heading to the office or attending an event, Leonardo Bruno shoes will maintain their elegant appearance over time.
Unmatched Comfort for All-Day Wear Comfort is key, and Leonardo Bruno shoes deliver just that. With cushioned insoles and breathable materials, you can walk confidently throughout the day without discomfort.
Versatile Designs for Every Occasion Leonardo Bruno shoes come in a variety of styles, making them suitable for both casual and formal occasions. Whether you prefer sleek oxfords or relaxed loafers, there’s a pair for every need.
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Conclusion
When it comes to stylish and durable footwear, Leonardo Bruno shoes are a top contender. Their Italian craftsmanship, premium materials, and comfortable design make them ideal for men who want both elegance and functionality. Visit Bondeno to explore our collection and find your next favorite pair of Leonardo Bruno shoes.
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maison kimhēkim autumn/winter 24-25, paris fashion week
#bruttoarchives#maisonkimhekim#kimhekim#autumnwinter25#paris fashion week#pfw#shows#boots#custom boots#fashion collection#curators#photography#curators on tumblr#art#fashion#fashion photography#fashion runway
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New cosplay Idea: The Goat from Cotl.
#i am only posting this on a whim#It's going into my “someday” collection of concepts#it's just... I know how to sew the hoof gloves and I could stylize a rogue-ish outfit.. customize the dark purple cape... cut a wig all#wild and make the horns???#do you understand what I'm on about???#Also an excuse to make hoof-boots probably#but so fr I want to add it to the list (right alongside Aziraphale)#I have to focus on my Elric cosplay first but like#just you wait :]
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Martins Collection
[Jius] Flat Sandals 06
28 swatches
11k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Ankle Boots 04
2 swatches
20k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Platform Mary Janes 02
28 swatches
5k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Knitted Socks 10
25 swatches
1k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Ankle Boots 03
8 swatches
11k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Mary Jane Heels 01
5 swatches
8k+ Polygons
HQ✔️ Custom thumbnail✔️ All lods✔️
Patreon ( Early access )
❤️Public release on 06 May, 2024 ❤️
#ts4#ts4cc#sims4cc#my sims#thesims4#thesims#sims#sim#ts4 shoes#jius-sims#ts4 download#ts4 cc#the sims 4#the sims 4 cc#download
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Denim Dates Collaboration
@oakiyo and I have teamed up for our fourth collaboration to bring you 18 new urban denim-themed pieces of custom content! The perfect attire for strolling around the streets of San Myshuno, grabbing coffee with your fellow sims, and going to the park!
FREE DOWNLOAD
Download Oakiyo's side
Base game compatible
Available to Teen - Elder
All hairstyles are hat-compatible
The hairstyles come in 24 EA swatches
All items have an average number of polygons
All items have their own LODs
My side of the collection includes 8 items for feminine frames.
3 hairstyles,
2 tops,
2 bottoms,
1 pair of boots
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. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁ ⟡ ݁ . ⊹ ₊ ݁.12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY 9: 9 LADIES DANCING! ₊ ⊹ . ݁ ⟡ ݁ . ⊹ ₊ ݁.
Day 9's gift of [ELITISIM'S 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS ADVENT EXTRAVAGANZA!] is an act of charity. I'm making a much-needed contribution to the most underrepresented group in the entire sims custom content community: the poor, neglected, young adult females 😔. As always, the numbers are suggestions, not rules, so today you're getting WAYY more than 9 items for ladies because I have a shit ton of stuff just kicking around on my computer, collecting dust. Like, I think I converted one of these skirts during lockdown, it's that old.
INFORMATION!
None of this is my original work! All mesh and texture credit goes to the original creators: @astya96cc, @backtrackcc, @darte77, @dorificsims, @gorillax3-cc, @jius-sims, @korkassims, @mysteriousoo, and @newen092!
17 items for YA-A Females ONLY!
Everything has custom thumbnails, Lods and Morphs
Static preview pictures, and download links for everything is under the cut.
I'm doing shorter item descriptions than usual under the cut for the sake of brevity and my own sanity.
everything has all LODS and morphs
enabled for maternity, disabled for random.
WARNING: The Polycount for some of this stuff is HIGH. Please reference the list under the cut before downloading!
[DOWNLOAD MERGED]
[DOWNLOAD UNMERGED]
[PICK AND CHOOSE]
@astya96cc: Chloe Jacket// 5.9k Poly //4 Channels //[Download Here] @astya96cc: Chloe Off Shoulder Top//5.5k Poly // 4 Channels // [Download] @backtrack-cc: Becky Tied Crop // 6.2k Poly //4 Channels //[Download Here]
@backtrack-cc: Lynn Sweat Pants// 8.3k Poly //4 Channels //[Download Here] @backtrack-cc: Twill Skirt // 7.2k polys// 4 channels// [Download Here] @darte77: Double Long Breast Long Coat/ 11.3k Poly //4 Channels// [Download]
@dorificsims: Oversized Denim Pants // 6.2k Poly //4 Channels //[Download] @gorillax3-cc: Belted Basic Skirt // 5.2k polys// 4 channels// [Download Here] @gorillax3-cc Belted Wrap Dress/ 10.8k Poly //4 Channels// [Download Here]
@gorillax3-cc: Preppy Cardigan // 7.8k polys// 4 channels// [Download Here] @gorillax3-cc Cardigan w/ Turtleneck//10.8k Poly //4 Channels// [Download] @gorillax3-cc: Belted Sweater Dress// 9.3k polys// 4 channels// 2 textures// [Download]
@jius-sims: Sneaker Boots// 7.1k polys// 4 channels// [Download Here] @jius-sims: Platform Mid Calf Boots// 8.8k polys// 4 channels// [Download] @korkassims: Witch Top// 5.3k poly//4 channels// [Download]
@Mysteriousoo: Bustier with lace//4.8k poly// 4 channels// [Download] @newen092: Short Coat 02// 9.8k pol// 4 channels// [Download]
#ts3cc#s3cc#ts3 cc#sims 3 cc#ts3 download#ts3#s3 cc#ts3 dl#s3 dl#sims 3#4t3#ts3 female clothing#ELITISIM'S 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS ADVENT EXTRAVAGANZA!#[MINE]#a lot of this is OLD OLD#If you couldn't tell from the designer belts and wrap dress
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Jius Boots Collection 06 4t3
Knee High Boots 01 (top left):
polycount: 5,5k
young adult -> adult
female only
2k texture
recolorable - 2 channels
no distorting when using accessories, thanks to @bellakenobi tutorial, thank you, you saved my life!
no custom thumbnail, kill me, but I enjoy ea default shoes thumb *blushes*
Lace Up Knee High Boots 01 (top right):
polycount: 6,5k
young adult -> adult
female only
2k texture
recolorable - 3 channels
no distorting when using accessories
no custom thumbnail
Platform Ankle Boots 02 (bottom left):
polycount: 7k
young adult -> adult
male and female
2k texture
recolorable - 1 channel
no distorting when using accessories
no custom thumbnail
BOX | PATREON
Jius
Please, no reuploading, no claiming as your own and no making profit out of my cc!
@xto3conversionsfinds @kpccfinds @sssvitlanz @simstifulccfinds and every cc blog, thank you if you reblog! ♥
If you’d like to throw a coin or two, you can support me on Ko-Fi. Thank you!
My Ko-Fi Page
#s3cc#ts3cc#sims3cc#ts3 cc#ts4 to ts3#ts3#rollo's cc#creator: jius#forgive me if any of these were converted earlier
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The Sangria Collection (7 items) | greenllamas
The Sangria Collection consists of 7 new items to dress your sims up in for a perfect dinner at dusk, ready to enjoy the last of the summer with a pitcher of red sangria nectar.
This collection includes:
2 Hairs
2 Tops
2 Bottoms
1 Fullbody
Shoes featured are by @sentate. The boots are from the downtown collection.
notes:
All items have LODs, shadows, spec, and bumps + custom thumbnails so you should be able to find everything in the same place as the rest of my stuff in CAS.
All items are tagged as feminine
For more details on how many swatches each item has + the names visit the item index linked below.
If there are any issues with the items PLEASE let me know and I will try to get them fixed asap!
🔗DOWNLOAD (free) | Item Index | instagram
#the sims 4#ts4#sims 4#s4cc#ts4cc#s4mm#simblr#sims#maxis match#sims 4 cc#the sims community#s4mmhair#greenllamas
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NOVA CORE COLLECTION
Hey there, after countless requests, Casanova is finally available on sims. Our first drop, the Nova Core Collection is now live. We've included both in-game and blender versions for maximum versatility. The Drop: Nova Core Belt 11 Swatches - Female Frame - Bracelet Category - Specular Map for Shine
Nova Core Bra 31 Swatches - Female Frame - Top Category Nova Core Net 11 Swatches - Female Frame - Top Category Nova Core Skirt 23 Swatches - Female Frame - Bottom Category Nova Core Skirt (with Belt) 23 Swatches - Female Frame - Bottom Category - Specular Map for Shine Nova Core Thong 11 Swatches - Female Frame - Bottom Category
Nova Core Top 12 Swatches - Female Frame - Gloves Category Nova Core Top (Joined) 31 Swatches - Female Frame - Top Category - Alpha Transparency Nova Core Demonia Boots 12 Swatches - Female Frame - Shoes Category - Custom Elevation - Decor Version - Specular Map for Shine Nova Core Heart Earmuffs 4 Swatches - Female Frame - Hat Category Nova Core Star Earmuffs 13 Swatches - Female Frame - Hat Category Nova Core Bra (Standard Version) 10 Swatches - Female Frame - Top Category Nova Core Collection (Blender Version) HQ Textures - Female Frame - Rigged Conversion • HQ Textures • BG Compatible • Teens to Elders • All LODs • Custom Thumbnail • Disallowed for Random Base Body & Foot Credit: @magic-bot DOWNLOAD Terms of Use:
Conversions are not allowed regardless of the gaming platform
Do not reupload, edit, recolour, redistribute or claim as your own
Alternate Link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/107433325 More Casanova: Flickr • Instagram • Pinterest
#sims 4#the sims 4#sims4#sims 4 cc#sims 4 clothing#sims 4 custom content#sims 4 cc finds#sims 4 cas#ts4#ts4 cas#ts4 cc#ts4 custom content#ts4 cc finds#ts4 cc cas#ts4 clothing ss#sims 4 custom clothes#simblr#sims#alpha cc#ts4 urban cc#ts4 streetwear#ts4 female cc#female cc#ts4 female#ts4 shoes#ts4 boots#aaliyah core
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Today I'm showcasing my must-have mods for bougie, luxurious gameplay. All of the content featured in this video is up to date and working with the latest patch as of 10/20/2024.
Download Links
Vanity Mods/Custom Content
Bombshell Vanity Makeup Override by surelysims
No Makeup EA Makeup by elliesimsworld
Chic Comestics Part 1 // Part 2 by bostyny
Fenty Skin by simkoos
Morning Routine by simkoos
Skincare Deco Set by pixelette
Overrides
Reading Animation Override by simkatu
Basemental Vape Override by platinumluxesims
Airpods 2 Override by nuribatsal
Airpods Pro Max Headphones by nickname
Adrenaline Set Headphones by joliebean
The Downtown Collection Headphones by greenllamas
Functional Stanley Cup by largetaytertots
San Myshuno Billboard Override by kekeyw
Del Sol Valley Billboard Override by themintsimmer
Hair Care Override by largetaytertots
Better Pool Floats by lijoue
Functional SPF Sunblock Part 1 // Part 2 by largetaytertots
Selfie Overrides by simssavefile
Engagement Selfie Overrides // Serving Face Override // Pregnancy Selfie Override by simwithshan
Gameplay Mods
Vintage Coach // Tabby // Miu Miu Functional Purse by cocogames
GIA Functional Purses by bbygyal123
Functional Purse Mod by utopya
Plumbbros Mod by lot51
Career Mods
Simstuber Career Mod by adeepindigo // Influencer Clutter by simkoos
Plumbpod Podcasts Mod by ellesimworld
CAS Favorites
Rogue Creole Earrings by fortuna
Amor Earrings by thatsims4hore
Sculpted Stud Earrings by thatsims4hore
Rhinestone Earrings by lijoue
Tus Slippers by madlen
Cozy Sole Sandals by madlen
Valentina Sandal by sentate
Belladonna & Penelo Boots by sentate
Coco Shoes by sentate & serenity
Cake & Cupcake Nails by candysims4
Frenchie Nails by thatsims4hore
3D Frenchie Nails by thatsims4hore
Bare Nails by melan_ia_sims
Natural Nail 2.0 by wightspider
youtube / tiktok / twitch / patreon / gallery id: largetaytertots
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Snow Ski Collection
Snow Ski Suit V1
15 Swatches
Full Body Category
Snow Ski Suit V2
15 Swatches
Full Body Category
Snow Ski Open Bodysuit
15 Swatches
Full Body Category
Snow Ski Closed Bodysuit
15 Swatches
Full Body Category
Snow Ski Jacket
15 Swatches
Top Category
Snow Ski Jacket ( Accessory )
15 Swatches
Socks Category
Snow Ski Pants
15 Swatches
Bottom Category
Snow Ski Pants ( Accessory )
15 Swatches
Tights Category
Snow Ski Moon Boots
30 Swatches
Shoes Category
Snow Ski Mask
15 Swatches
Hats Category
Snow Ski Goggles
15 Swatches
Glasses Category
Snow Ski Gloves
15 Swatches
Gloves Category
Snow Ski Collection for Blender ( Shop Only )
HQ Textures
Separated Materials
Linked Nodes & Materials
Rigged for Sims 4 Female Body
All LODs // Custom Thumbnails // Disallowed for Random // HQ Mod Compatible
Conversion // Do not recolor or convert // Do not re-upload
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RC: @elisehaywood_
#ts4 cc finds#simblr#sims 4 custom content#ts4 cc#sims 4 cc#sims#ts4 clothes#ts4#merchsims#sims 4#sims 4 cc finds#ts4 custom content#ts4cc
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SUGAR JONES COLLECTION FEAT. NECROMANCER
The Sugar Jones Collection in collaboration with @necromancerltd is now live. As always, I've included both in-game and blender versions for maximum versatility. NECROMANCER'S PART The Drop: Cemetery Cross Tube Bag 8 Swatches - Female Frame - 2 Hand Placements (LH & RH) - 2 Shoulder Placements (LS & RS) - Decor Version - Specular Map for Shine Logo Tank Dress 15 Swatches - Female Frame - Full Body Category Sugar Jones Boots 8 Swatches - Female Frame - Shoes Category - Custom Elevation - Decor Version - Specular Map for Shine Sugar Jones Collection (Blender Only) HQ Textures - Female Frame - Rigged Logo Tank Dress (Sample) 4 Swatches - Female Frame - Full Body Category Base Mesh Credit: Alok & Junaid Base Body & Foot Credit: @magic-bot 📸: @necromancerltd Models: @flatasskellypricesimz (Elle) & @cyrenights (Lore) DOWNLOAD Terms of Use:
Conversions are not allowed regardless of the gaming platform
Do not reupload, edit, recolour, redistribute or claim as your own
Alternate Link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/108900916 More Decayed: Instagram • Pinterest • Simsfinds
#decvyed#sims 4#the sims 4#sims4#sims 4 cc#sims 4 clothing#sims 4 custom content#sims 4 cc finds#sims 4 cas#ts4#ts4 cas#ts4 cc#ts4 custom content#ts4 cc finds#ts4 cc cas#ts4 clothing ss#sims 4 custom clothes#simblr#sims#sims 4 streetwear#sims 4 jeans#urban cc#sims 4 sweatpants#urban cc finds#chrome hearts#sims 4 female cc#female cc#female cc finds#sims 4 boots#sims 4 bags
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Violet Collection
[Jius] Rain Boots 04
25 swatches
4k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Daisy Flower Flat Sandals 01
25 swatches
10k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Patchwork Boots 01
1 swatches
4k+ Polygons
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[Jius] Suede Platform Espadrilles 01
25 swatches
14k+ Polygons
HQ✔️ Custom thumbnail✔️ All lods✔️
Patreon ( Early access )
❤️Public release on 05 June, 2024 ❤️
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really really loved the john b drabble, it’s like ur in my brain xoxo — but i wanna know what ur readers got for xmas!! hope u had a good one <3
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⊹₊⟡⋆ WHAT THE !READERS GOT FOR CHRISTMAS
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 bambi!reader:
a hefty barnes & nobles giftcard, calico critter sets, a fawn patterned throw blanket, lace lingerie tops, brown mascara, rilakkuma blind boxes (bakery keychains), a handmade dollhouse for her little trinkets to live in, and an apple pencil so she could start sketching on her ipad
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 sheep!reader:
babydoll dresses + stockings and frilly socks, vintage barbie dolls, poodle figurines for her vanity, vinyls for her record player, old beauty magazines, hair rollers, ‘marie antoinette’ on dvd so she can watch it whenever she wants, rose scented candles, and some yarn for crocheting
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 latina!kook!reader:
lots of chunky jewelry, cruise tickets, some embellished dresses she’s had her eyes on, lace-up floral heels, shimmery eyeshadow palette, a pair of sunglasses, some stuff from kali uchis’s ‘homebody’ line, bikini sets for weekssss, and pink tory burch sandals
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 bitchy!kook!reader:
chrome hearts wallet (in both pink and black), dior heels, black chanel bag, customized chain, black fur coat, leopard print undies + bra, some wildflower phone cases, black silk pj’s, dior lippies, she definitely got some makeup pr, fancy furniture (she spoils herself too ofc)
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 bitchy!pogue!reader:
she’s been begging so she finally gets a pole installed in her room, bedazzled platform heels, playboy bunny necklace + matching bracelet and anklet, juicy couture baby tees, victoria’s secrets sparkly lipgloss, glittery makeup bag, fuzzy slippers, pink rolling papers and a little something something from dealer!rafe
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 kook!sweetheart!reader:
lots of scrapbooking material, pink ugg boots, new hair curler + flat iron, chanel hair accessories, new digital camera, vintage chanel heels, her favorite foreign chocolates, swarvoski rings, new bed sheet set + comforters, dainty tea cup set, a few skirts, bath bombs and shower gels
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 farmer’s!daughter!reader:
a new hat, boots with flowers embroidered on the sides, bootcut jeans, a belt buckle to add to her collection, an old doll that she thought she lost, pig plushie, baby chickies, quilted blanket that was made just for her, cherry chapstick + red nail polish, and a new lana del rey vinyl
𓈒ㅤׂ 𝜗𝜚 pogue!sweetheart!reader:
a new mixing machine, cutesy cookware + more baking dishes, customized apron, cupcake stickers, some added upgrades to her bakery, two new pairs of kitten heels, a charm bracelet full of goodies, pink lingerie sets, decoden picture frame, and some customized press on nails since she can’t wear long nails consistently
#𝜗𝜚 ‧₊˚ ⊹ misc#i’m so happy you loved the drabble bb i love writing it <3#૮꒰ ྀི >⸝⸝⸝< ྀི꒱ა 🧸 anon#₊˚⊹♡ bambi!reader#₊˚⊹♡ sheep!reader#₊˚⊹♡ latina!kook!reader#₊˚⊹♡ bitchy!kook!reader#₊˚⊹♡ bitchy!pogue!reader#₊˚⊹♡ kook!sweetheart!reader#₊˚⊹♡ farmer’s!daughter!reader#₊˚⊹♡ pogue!sweetheart!reader#outer banks#obx#rafe obx#rafe cameron#rafe cameron smut#rafe cameron fanfiction#rafe cameron x reader#drew starkey
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Howdy partner! 🤠
Saddle up and get ready to liven up your Western tack room with our brand spankin' new Western Tack Room set! This here collection comes packed with 8 downright fancy decorative pieces that'll turn your place into a genuine cowboy haven.
We're talkin' Western Boots, Western Hats, a sturdy Bulletin Board, a Hanging Western Saddle, a danglin' Western Pad, and to top it all off, a Hanging Western Bridle and a custom Saddle Stand. It's the whole shebang, and then some! 😎
Now, we gotta tip our hats to Sass and Freckles for rustlin' up that stunning hanging Bridle mesh. We took it and spun it into a Western Bridle, decked out with a jaw-droppin' Native American pattern. It's a real showstopper! ��
And just so you know, each of these items comes in a bunch of colors, so you can pick and choose to match your style.
Details:
- Includes:
Western Boots (13 swatches)
Western Hat (12 swatches)
Hanging Western Hat (12 swatches)
Bulletin Board (8 swatches)
Hanging Western Saddle (18 swatches)
Hanging Western Pad (6 swatches)
Hanging Western Bridle (15 swatches)
Saddle stand (8 swatches).
- Can be found in Decorations
🌻 ~ Howdy
Some of the in-game pictures:
Patreon (Free!) | Website
#buckarooranch#sims 4 horse cc#sims 4 horses#sims 4 horse#sims 4 horse ranch#sims 4#ts4 horse ranch#sims 4 cc#ts4 cc#s4 cc#s4 decor#s4cc#s4ccfinds#s4 custom content#sims 4 custom content#sims 4 decor#sims 4 deco sims#sims 4 cowboy#ts4 horse cc#ts4 horses#ts4 furniture#ts4 deco cc#ts4 tack room
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I took a survey when I left the Country Music Hall of Fame that asked me about "artifacts" in the collection, which isn't wrong but did crack me up as a term to use, so here are two of my favorite weird artifacts:
The photo of the front seat of the car is just so unhinged. I'm going to do the description of it here because I want to make sure you guys notice that this is a white open-top car with front hybrid bench-bucket seats upholstered in leather, but that is where the normalcy ends. The door handles on both outside and inside are made of SIX SHOOTERS with mother-of-pearl grips, the sun shades are embossed leather flaps like cowboy boots might look if you flattened them, and between the two front seats where the gearshift normally goes is a large saddle covered in silver dollars. The horn of the western-style saddle might be the gearshift, it's tough to say. According to a placard nearby, this is the Nudie Mobile, so called because it was customized by "Nudie's Rodeo Tailors" which did a lot of early costume design for country performers.
This image looks more normal but I promise you it is not.
This is a Gibson F-5 mandolin, billed in the placard as the most famous mandolin in American music history, which seems like a low bar to clear, but I'm not a mandolin aficionado. Again, for an image ID, it is an extremely worn-looking eight-string instrument, a fairly standard modern mandolin. It has a number of bare patches and scratches on the soundboard. Wanna know why?
It's because this famous mandolin belonged to Bill Monroe, who bought it from a barbershop (how a Gibson made by Lloyd Loar got into a barbershop is a mystery) in the 40s. He played it for decades until 1985, when an intruder broke in and beat the mandolin to pieces with a fireplace poker. So what you're seeing in that image is the original Gibson -- reassembled from about 150 splintered pieces by Gibson company. Monroe kept playing it, including in recordings, until he died in 1996.
I have to say, I spent maybe five, ten minutes standing in front of it, leaning this way and that, looking like an idiot I'm sure as I tried to detect seams and cracks where it was reassembled, and whoever at Gibson put this back together did a spectacular job. For all it looks kicked to shit in this picture, it looks fantastic in person.
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