#fashionistaextraordinaire

[yearning-yarn]

Christmas Gifts

@thedensedoctor

“Thank you for being such a caring doctor who is dedicated to his craft. You’re a wonderful professional and someone I can rely on for the health of my family. I hope that you are able to enjoy your holiday with Violet well. Please enjoy these winter gloves. I know that you like gloves, so I assumed that you’d like some that were suited for the cold weather. Happy holidays, Margaret Dezar”

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@fashionistaextraordinaire @arigatosmiles

“I hope that the two of you are enjoying your new status as parents, as well as enjoying spending your first holiday together as a family. I hope that the two of you enjoy these mugs, and that you can sip on some hot cocoa together. Please do visit soon and we can get the kids together for a little play date. Merry Christmas, Margaret Dezar”

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@thefairestrose

“My little rose! I hope that your winter hasn’t kept you cooped up inside too much, and that you are still finding inspiration for your experiments and inventions. Perhaps a new lab coat ought to get you going on the next big thing, hm? Merry Christmas, Margaret Dezar”

[arigatosmiles]

The Future || Evelyn & Soseki

@fashionistaextraordinaire​;

Evelyn had grown so round, part of a globe could be mapped across her stomach. Soseki’s hand rested on it now, marveling over it as if he could see the path their lives would travel from this moment forth. Everything past between them and everything yet to come. Movement beneath his palm interrupted his charted course. 

“They’re kicking!” Of course, she would know, but he marveled over each action his children graced him with. Evelyn likely didn’t feel as graced to have her innards used as a punching bag. “That isn’t very nice,” he scolded, but it was weak and ineffectual to children not yet born. He wasn’t going to be very good at scolding.

[treetopdynamite]

Gifts for Family

When it came to family, Luke did his best to put a lot of thought into the gifts he got for them. At least, he hoped that it came across that way. Each gift that he dropped off to the receivers came with a little note. 

To Evelyn: Merry Christmas, best sister-in-law! I hope you like these two fabrics. I’m sure you can make something cool from it! Merry Christmas! Hope you, the hubbs, and the kiddos are good! Come by to say hi soon! -Luke Hunt

@fashionistaextraordinaire

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To Soseki: Merry Christmas, best brother-in-law! I got you this jacket because you’re always wearing that other robe-y thing, and the winter gets kinda cold. Can’t be catching a cold with twins to take care of! Hope it keeps you warm. Come and visit soon! -Luke Hunt

@arigatosmiles

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To Rosalind: Merry Christmas, cousin-in-law! I wasn’t sure what to get you, so I figured you’d like something that’s the color blue! It’ll match your hair! Hope the earrings are your style. Come and visit soon! -Luke Hunt

@thefairestrose

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To Porcoline: Merry Christmas! I don’t know whether you’re a cousin or an uncle, but I’m gonna just call you an uncousin! That works, right? Either way, I got you a scarf to kinda match your hat! Hope it keeps you warm! Come visit soon! -Luke Hunt

@marveloushello

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To Clorica: Merry Christmas! We’re super glad that you’re a part of our home and family. I hope you enjoy this photo album so that you can keep on taking awesome pictures! Hope you enjoy your Christmas! -Luke Hunt

@anephemeralwish

[timidbookeeper]

Silenced Wishes || Sabrina & Evelyn

@fashionistaextraordinaire;

♛ - It was break time at the Mining Company, but Sabrina was hardly in the mood to eat any of the lunch she packed. She still felt a bit sour from her Father’s sudden announcement this morning: namely, the fact that she had been set up with another suitor, in the hopes that she could be married off to him.

She sighs as she sits at her desk, turning the invitation over in her hand. Another man with an esteemed pedigree and vast fortune. Another player in the games of money and politics that the upper echelon were ever so fond of.

The man sounded lovely on paper, but Sabrina did not want to be married to a man just for his money or influence. Or even ‘for the company’, as her Father likes to say. She desired love. A meaningful, emotional connection with someone.

Why couldn’t her Father understand that? Why was such a thing not possible for her?

With another sigh, Sabrina places the slip of paper face down on her desk, feeling much too irate to even bear looking at it anymore. Maybe she could distract herself by looking over the business’s transactions again.

[rxzberries]

Flower Festival

[🐎] — The busy days never ended. Even after her conversation with Kana, and her subsequent decision to make a little more time for herself to relax and spend time with the people that mattered to her, work at the ranch and shop was still far too demanding for her to comfortably take any time off.

So she doesn’t have time to go around delivering flowers to her friends this year, which is why she pays a City Hall courier to do it instead. With this, everyone would be able to get their gifts on time! But Georgia would keep the snapdragon to herself, for a more special occasion...

2,100G to @pupfarmer​ for delivery and purchase of flowers.

1,900G to @magic-of-negotiation for purchase of flowers.

4,000G to @forte-days-and-knights for Pink Rose Bouquet.

New Balance: 248,893G

@islanderkana - Sunflower

Hey, knucklehead.

I can’t BELIEVE I’m saying this, and you better not get used to it, but... I just wanted to say thanks for being there for me, yeah? You’ve been a really good friend to me, always, even if you CAN be an insufferable idiot sometimes.

But you’re still a good guy, whose smile touches hearts, so I guess it wouldn’t be the worst thing for you to keep being your silly self... don’t let anything dull that shine, alright? Well, anything except me beating you in a horse race, that is. ;)

We should it again soon, like old times!

@blueclematis - White Alstroemeria

Lissy!

Thanks for being such a sweet presence in my life! And a wonderful friend, too. We should totally get together for another round of tea and gardening sometime. I definitely know Momo would be happy to see you again~

@a-nobilis - Purple Alstroemeria

Kammy, Kammy, Kammy... my dear, dear Kammy. No flower in the world could properly express the love and appreciation I have for you, old pal. Thanks for being my friend, and supporting me in some of my roughest times. 

You always give great advice when I need it, and you ALWAYS set me straight whenever I’m making a fool of myself! I dunno what I’d do without you, and frankly? I’d hate to find out.

So stay safe, and healthy, and happy! Okay?

@odetoodette - Purple Alstroemeria

Oddy! My sister from another mister~

Take this as thanks for being an amazing friend to me! You’re one of my best, and I feel like I can talk to you about all sorts of things--- things I can’t even tell my dad, or other best friends... you really GET me, and I’m so glad we met.

Say hi to those lovely sisters of yours for me, will ya?

@valkyrgwen - Yellow Tulip

Gwen, hey! I’m not sure how big on flowers you are, but I hope you like this anyway! I just wanted to show my appreciation to you for your awesome friendship, and being a fellow horse fanatic! No one really gets my love for them (except Kana, but he’s like... Kana), so it’s cool to have someone to talk about them with! 

We should go out for drinks soon! Have a nice race, too. I’m sure Dakota would love to see Millie again.

@royalminttea - White Alstroemeria

Frey, hi! How’s Rocco and the dragon doing? I know we went through a pretty rough time at that icy island recently, so I hope you’re doing better these days! I hope you like this flower, too.

We should meet up again and hang out, if you’re up for it! I’m always here to talk too, if you need it.

@thundafists - White Alstroemeria

Dylas, how are you? You may not be staying at the ranch anymore, but that doesn’t mean you should be careless with your health! You better be taking care of yourself, and eating right over there.

Come and visit again soon, okay? I miss seeing you around. The horses do too, hehe.

@pupfarmer - Yellow Gerbera

Hey, cousin! Hope work at City Hall hasn’t been running you ragged! And with the ranch, too. Remember to take care of yourself, alright? I’m too busy to do it now, but I promise to check in on you soon! We can catch up, and have lunch together.

@crimsonxcarnations - Yellow Tulip

At the risk of sounding too mushy, thanks for being an awesome friend, Claire. You’ve really helped me a lot with the whole fire magic thing, and when I’m able to, I know I can always have a great time talking and hanging out with you. 

Once we get the chance, we should really go out somewhere! I need a good drink, don’t you?

@sunshineand-violets - Purple Alstroemeria

Jilly Bean!

We haven’t seen much of each other lately, but that has gotta change soon! Sorry I’ve been so busy. I know you’re probably having a ball today, though, what with it being the Flower Festival and all. Hehe. Have a great day, and I hope you enjoy the flower!

@arigatosmiles and @fashionistaextraordinaire - Pink Alstroemeria and Purple Alstroemeria

Two color complementing flowers for the expecting lovebirds! You’ve both been great friends to me, and I can’t wait to meet your baby. I’m so happy for you guys! Take care of each other, alright? I know you both are gonna do great.

@apiescatch - Pink Rose Bouquet

Laney, 

I know it’s been years since we’ve seen each other, and a while since we’ve last been able to really talk, but I am so happy to see you back in Arcadia. I really, really missed you, you know? We were best friends, and losing you was like losing a part of me.

So I hope you’re doing well, that you LOVE the flowers, and that we can meet up sometime soon! You’ve gotta tell me ALL about your time on the mainland!

Hehe. Welcome home~

[laracroftwannabe]

👻: Do you cover your eyes during the scary parts in movies?

“No way! I’m way too tough!” Odette laughed. “Plus it’s not real. The jump scares are the best part. They get me every time it’s so fun!”

[prideofzephyr]

👻: Do you cover your eyes during the scary parts in movies?

Emoji Ask Meme👻: Do you cover your eyes during the scary parts in movies?

“Oh, definitely. Don’t you? The fear, the drama, the suspense… it all gets me so anxious!”

[theperfectheir]

Belated Gifts || Max & Evelyn

@fashionistaextraordinaire;

[♫] — It seems that in his months-long absence, a number of developments happened in the archipelago. So much so that he could hardly grasp it all himself, and was probably in dire need of a refresher course, but it had been enough for him to know that he had been away for far too long.

Evelyn and her beau were married now, for one, a fact that both shocked and delighted Max to no end. His cousin had never been one for love and permanent commitments. Even though he had sensed something special about her relationship with Soseki, he still couldn’t help the surprise he felt, for them taking such a large step.

Once he settles back in to the city, he decides to pay his dear cousin a visit at her lovely abode, the heir outfitted in a thick, white fur coat as he approaches her doorstep, knocking and grinning brightly once she answers the door.

“Yo, Evelyn~!” He greets, using some hip lingo he learned on the mainland. Chuckling, Max wraps the woman up in a warm hug. “It’s been far too long! I heard about the marriage, and I am absolutely delighted for both you and Soseki! Congratulations, dear.” 

He smiles apologetically. “I’m just sorry I couldn’t be there myself, for your big day.”

[yearning-yarn]

Catching Up With Tea | Evelyn & Margaret

@fashionistaextraordinaire

The ring on Margaret’s finger weighed heavily, the feeling of it still a bit new and different than the dating ring she had sported before. This new ring... It held a different significance to it, a different meaning and feeling and Margaret felt the responsibility of taking care of her soon-to-be-spouse through the eyes of Jake’s mother, felt through the ring the elf now wore. 

The doorbell rang and Margaret nearly leaped out of her seat, anxious to finally tell someone the exciting news. She had invited Evelyn over, one of the first people she thought of telling when the proposal finally happened. Plus, she had a very important question to ask the fashion-thinking woman. She opened the door, hiding her left had in order to make it a surprise. 

“Evelyn, come on inside~. It’s been a while since we’ve been able to sit and have tea together. We’ve got so much to catch up on!” She opened the door wider to allow Evelyn to come inside. 

[arigatosmiles]

A Year With You || Evelyn & Soseki

@fashionistaextraordinaire

It had been a year. One whole year of marriage. Who knew a small ring on your finger could change your whole life so much?

Then came baby. Two, in fact. Aiko and Hayato: his pride and joys, his little bundles of love. Being a stay at home dad fit him well. He still worried about not being a great father, but it was hard to worry too much when he was singing poopy diaper songs while sleep-deprived. 

And Evelyn... they didn’t have as much time in their schedule for all the things they used to do and it made him sad. The most he got to hold her was at night, but he snuck in as many kisses as he could in-between. 

Of course, one whole year also meant something else: their anniversary. It snuck up on him faster than expected. One moment they were exchanging vows, the next they were having kids, and then suddenly a whole year had passed. Wanting the night to be just for them, he was able to find a babysitter in advance and then prepared alone time for them. Dinner, some music, the simple enjoying things the hadn’t had a chance to do as much with twins taking the run of the house.

When Evelyn returned home, she’d find it all laid out. Lit candles cast a flickering, warm glow over the walls and an incense burner puffed a woody, floral fragrance into the air.

Unfortunately, Soseki, who had yet to catch up on his sleep, was fast asleep. I’ll just close my eyes for a minute, had been his last thought.

[treetopdynamite]

Look At Us Now | Evelyn & Luke

@fashionistaextraordinaire

It had been quite some time since Luke had brought Mia over to visit Evelyn, the Hunt family wanting to give Evelyn and her husband some time to have their honeymoon and enjoy the new married life. However, with Mia having grown up so much within the last couple of months, Luke felt that Evelyn deserved to see how smart her niece was getting. 

So, Luke packed up a diaper bag and let Mia set the pace for the walk to Evelyn’s place, the toddler taking her new walking skill very seriously. She was getting into everything and climbing all over the place, but it was great to see her so active and balanced. They got to Evelyn’s place at a slow pace, but he picked up Mia and let her knock on the door and press the doorbell (much to her delight). 

“Evelyn! Your favorite niece and brother-in-law are here to say hi!”

[thepelagoislands]

Hey so I'm gonna dropkick my fish boi into the sea and plave a reserve on this butler boi instead. Bye Aqua, hello Sanjay

Hello Snajya, indeed! Farewell longass bitch fish boi, you and your shenanigans will be missed. You’ve got until January 2nd to send him in, bae.

Everyone, please unfollow Aquaticus!

[rxzberries]

@fashionistaextraordinaire | @thepelagoislands

Two future in-laws duke it out in the pit! Pretty odd way to bond before a wedding, but that’s just how these feisty ladies roll! In the end, Georgia wins and advances to the next round.

[ladyshadowland-blog]

The Long Road Ahead || Maerwen & Evelyn

@fashionistaextraordinaire

Even being accepted back into the working fold of the De Sainte-Coquille Manor, Maerwen knew that there were a million people she was still honor-bound to apologize to - to beg for forgiveness, even, if it came to that. While no one was required to forgive her - she’d disappeared so suddenly and been gone so long that she would be a fool to assume it would be so easy - she did hope that Eilistraee would favor her with her kinder side rather than the other.

She’d heard that Evie - Evelyn, she reminded herself, I lost permission to nicknames five years ago - had done well for herself, that she owned multiple businesses, including two particularly lovely tailoring companies. Finally, she’d achieved those dreams that she used to babble about to Maerwen when she was but a child, explaining the ins and outs of sewing and tailoring that she’d learned each day as if Maerwen had never heard of such things before. And it had been Maerwen’s job to encourage her, of course - you didn’t tell an eleven-year-old that you’d learned to sew seventy years ago. You listened. You smiled. You nodded. You asked questions. You encouraged them to pursue new methods of learning and study.

And now look at her. Maerwen stood for a long time outside of Cantata Tailoring, her breath caught in her chest. I knew she would thrive. She touched her chest, feeling how her heart pounded within, then took a deep breath and let herself inside. She felt the frantic need to endear herself to Evelyn, and even though the shop was spotless, she still began making sure that each surface of the counter was clean of dust and grime while she waited for someone, anyone, to make an appearance from the back of the shop.

[theperfectheir]

Flower Festival: De Sainte-Coquille

@theinventiveheir, @fashionistaextraordinaire, @sofiaquitecontrary & @marveloushello

[♫] — There was absolutely no way Max would let the holiday pass without sending flowers to his own dear relatives! Why, it was simply unheard of, and he was sure it came as no surprise to any of them once they saw the bouquets of purple irises (four each, for all four relatives) arriving on each of their doorsteps-- the perfect flower for their family, signifying royalty, valor and hope.

And of course with each bouquet, came a note:

Hello! 

I do hope the day finds you well, and that these flowers help to brighten it, if even a little. Know that I love you dearly, and wish you nothing but the best in life, happiness, and health. De Sainte-Coquille family, for the win!

P.S. All of us simply MUST get together sometime! It would be fun~

Love, Max

[apiescatch]

Apple-ogies || Evelyn & Laney

@fashionistaextraordinaire

After getting some help around Leuda from a nice townsperson, she wasn’t about to let this trip go to waste. Laney had a mission for coming here. In her hands, she held a basket full of apples, baked goods (made by herself of course), and a few salty treats just in case this person wasn’t a fan of sweets. 

There she stood outside the door of a stranger, no less. She wasn’t even certain this was the right address. She hoped to gods it was. How awkward that would be! She sighed, holding the basket by the handle and rehearsing over and over what she might say when this person opens the door. Hi, you may not remember but I was rude to you at the masquerade ball. No, that was no good. Always introduce and state the purpose. 

Her heart drumming rapidly in her chest as she shifted her stance for the thousandth time. Her hand curled into a fist ready to rap upon the door. Laney held her hand in front of the door, retracted for a mere second, then her knuckles tapped lightly on it. She took another deep, shaky breath. You got this. 

When the door opened, all thoughts she had previously planned out had vanished. Laney stood there dumbfounded and at a loss for words. She was sure that she looked silly just standing there frozen in her tracks. Oh, goddess, just say something.

“Hel-Hello!” She stopped herself for the sake of regaining composure. “My name’s Laney and this is for you. This is for...” Oh no, here come the waterworks.