Hi everyone,
I've decided to run a couple of my more popular comps a couple of times through the year so will be starting with a new in-trend cycle of Smart Casual Sophisticated Style with a "different occasions" theme with each round, so if you are interested, keep reading here.
In this cycle of Sophisticated Style, we’ll be looking at Smart Casual wear for women, which still shows elegance but also comfort. It will have a range of occasions to match the categories and you will have quite a bit of choice in the accompanying tops, bottoms, accessories etc.What is Smart Casual fashion? I hear some of you ask:
• Aim for a polished yet relaxed look with garments that are elegant and comfortable.
• Tailor your smart casual look to the occasions given in each round.
• Choose between pants, a skirt, tailored shorts or smart jeans to wear as bottoms.
• On top, you may like to try a white button-up for summer or a stylish sweater for winter.
• To wear a smart casual dress, opt for a classic style, such as a shirt or wrap design, in a neutral colour.
• Finish your smart casual look with a blazer and chic yet laid-back accessories.
** There will be no eliminations this time unless I get an influx of contestants all of a sudden. A final three will result in a total number of accumulated points. Sims 3 and Sims 4 models are welcome. Occasionally a male or another female may be requested to be included**
I will provide a few backgrounds for you that you can choose to use or not.
Notes about jewellery and accessories:
* The classier the outfit, the less jewellery you need. Keep this in mind when you use jewellery with your outfits for this competition.
* Watches are also jewellery that can enhance any outfit if used to complement the style your model wears.
* Scarves, hats and jackets are always great additions to your assignments and will award you more points for the extra effort you put in.
**Only use either CC clothes or clothes from in-game. Replication of the examples is not allowed they are only there for inspiration. If the judges after consultation believe that an entry has copied the example too closely, points can be taken off. Not outfits, as you put them together yourselves anyway, as you do with shoes, jewellery, but things such as poses, hairstyles, etc., need to be from your own ideas and searching. We want to see your own remarkable creations.**
There will be 7-8 rounds and a finale. Each round will encompass a particularly smart, casual fashion for a variety of occasions.
When I use the word
"OR" in any round brief, that means you don't have to do both, it can be one or the other unless you want to use all.
Backgrounds are left to your own creativity to suit each round and if the round asks specifically for shorts for eg., you can choose what goes with them as long as it fits the category for that round.The usual rules apply.*Please support each other and enjoy the competition
*No photo-skinning or face plastering
*Drawn hair is acceptable
*Only CC clothing or maxis-made
*If specific accessories can't be found in-game or with CC then google accessories can be added.
*In-game, drawn or google backgrounds are allowed
*Extensions for 48 hours maximum and if you ask at least 24 hours in advance, before the due date, as I realise RL can get in the way at times.
*Each Round will last 5-7 days depending on how quick the round entries are submitted so on each round brief, the due date will have a leeway of two dates available.
*One edit is allowed per round. You may adjust lighting, shade, etc., up until midnight on the due dates, unless stated otherwise as long as it is not a different shot, and you inform me so I can display the most updated version.
*Please check in after judging and seeing the new assignment.
*hairstyles and colour may change but eye colour and other genetics must stay the same unless specified otherwise.NB: If at any time you need the rounds earlier for one reason or another please let me know and I'll PM them to you so you can get your entry in. Just send it to me via PM and I will put it up for you around the same time as the other contestants as I know RL can get busy at times.
@Penguinwa101 @abelhinha35 @chellemh29 @Jendowoz0612 @TEXASTWANGTONYA @kyky @Movotti @JennaCatz @JaLiBo @jilliebee22 @MyFavoritedesign @Mamajanaynay @alexis3142 @lisabee2 @aussiekarima @jaunty @NShippudenFan @Gege @MizoreYukii @heather1306 @themelonic @ColorMePink @Socallucyfan @JoeJoe11 @deviouslyvivid @wiredhanna67 @Storiessims4 @gardenGothic @Sc3niX @TheOtherHannah @Brennaforeva @Klept0maniac94 @ladybug65
Comments
Applications include one chest up close shot and one full body outfit both on transparent please and dressed in neat, casual wear, no stressed/ripped jeans, please. Casual but classy and stylish, that is what this comp is all about.
If anyone else is not on the above list that would like it added please let me know. Likewise, if you would like your name removed from the list also please let me know. Thank you. I have gone by the modelling directory but I'm not sure about some.
= applications in.
= new assignment seen.
= latest assignment submitted.
= scoreboard seen.
Final contestants in red - Hats, Heels and Handbags
Contestants:
@MyFavoritedesign with Agnes
@jaunty with Salma
@heather1306 with Tanya
@jilliebee22 with kiki
@Penguinwa101 with Olivia
@deviouslyvivid with Lia
Meet your Judging Panel, so happy we have at least 3.
The judging will include the following criterion:
• Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief /10
• Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief /5
• Most smart and chic appeal (including your own creativity) /10
• Relevant manipulation of the background (this can be in-game, google or provided) /5
• Editing and proportion (this includes shadows, lighting and filters) /10
Giving a total of 40 points
This is the breakdown of what the judges will look for in your entries.
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief
*Whether you have followed the brief and dressed your models in an appropriate smart casual outfit that matches the occasion presented in each round.
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief
*If the specific accessories mentioned in the brief have been included and any that are added by you, including colour, relevancy to your Sims' outfits and occasion to enhance your models' overall outfit.
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity)
*This covers how smart and casual the outfit you chose fits the occasion; the classy but casual appeal and how creatively you presented your models' outfit with their poses, added props and other Sims in their shot where needed.
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided
*How you manipulate your chosen background, including cropping, proportion and relevancy to the specific occasion in the brief.
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters
*How well you have embedded your models in the background with the use of lighting, shadows and filters to improve your overall image and the clarity of editing for a clean, crisp image.
I would like 3 or 4 judges, thanks. Comments aren't mandatory, that will be left up to the individual judges, but I will always comment. A head shot, shoulders up, on transparent and your preferred name is all I will need from the judges, thank you.
Judges:
@Jendowoz0612
@TEXASTWANGTONYA
@MizoreYukii
Click to show them larger and then go to this link if you would like to use any of them. The instructions to get them in full resolution are at the link. The number of the background and the pixels are written above each image at the link. 10 Backgrounds
Examples of Smart Casual Office Wear
Click to show them larger and then go to the link below the images if you would like to use any of them. The instructions to get them in full resolution are at the link. The number of the background and the pixels are written above each image at the link.
Backgrounds you can use are found here. Office Backgrounds
Examples for Inspiration
Examples of short sets - They don't have to be a suit as such, but a set that matches. Keep it classy, smart and casual ladies. Your models can be seated or standing, full body or 3/4.
Backgrounds that can be used are below, the link is here...Backgrounds available
Signature banners below @jilliebee22 @jaunty and @deviouslyvivid if you would like to keep them for your siggies, ladies.
Mamajanaynay with Meaghan
Kyky with Joanna
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Mamajanaynay with Meaghan
Kyky with Joanna
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Mamajanaynay with Meaghan
Kyky with Joanna
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Kyky with Joanna
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Kyky with Joanna
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Kyky with Joanna
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
jaunty with Salma
Jilliebee with Kiki
heather1306 with Tania
Penguinwa101 with Olivia
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Jilliebee with Kiki
deviouslyvivid with Lia
Congratulations to @kyky for first place, @jilliebee22 for second and @Mamajanaynay and @jaunty for a tied 3rd placing.
Assignment 1 - Dinner Attire
Assignment 2 - Office Wear
We are at the halfway point and below are the halfway scores for your information.
For comments and breakdown of points, see this link...
Assignment 5 - Smart and Cosy jackets
Assignment 6 - Smart and Casual Short Sets
Congratulations to the top 3 who will be competing for the title of "Miss Sophisticated 2019"
For this last round the top 3 are...
Assignment 7 - Smart and Casual jeans
Instead of going onto my blog, I'm giving scores and comments here for the finale. Congratulations to @jilliebee22 who is now crowned "Miss Sophisticated 2019" and the winner of this final round as well. Congratulations to @jaunty for runner up for Miss Sophisticated 2019 and to @deviously vivid for 3rd place in the final. A fantastic effort by all of you.
JEN
Name: Jaunty
Assignment round Name: Final - Hats, Heels and Handbags
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 10/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 4.5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 10/10
Total: 39.5/40
Comments: I love this combination of colours, Jaunty. Salma looks sophisticated, casual, smart and classy all at the same time. I see you blurred the background to show Salma up and grounded her with the shadow in the carpet, well done. Often, blurring the complete background can tend to make your model appear to be floating, but you have grounded her with the shadow. The background tones well as stated in the brief. I took off ½ point in the background only because if you had removed that picture behind her hat I would have given you full marks for this entry. Well done.
TONYA
Name: jaunty with Salma
Assignment round: Final - Hats, Heels and Handbags
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 9/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 3.5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 9/10
Total: 36.5/40
Comments: Salma Is Looking Very Lovely In Her Yellow And Black Dress With The Yellow Accessories... She Really Pops From The Background Like Your Choices Though With Styling - Speaking Of Background It's Lovely Just Very Grainy And Low Quality...Looks Like You Blurred It... Making Her Float... Wish You Would Of Picked A Background That Was Of Higher Quality And This Would Of Been PERFECT!!!!
MIZZIE
Name: jaunty with Salma
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 10/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 4.5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 9/10
Total: 37.5/40
JEN
Name: Jilliebee22
Assignment round Name: Final – Hats, Heels and Handbags
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 9/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 9/10
Total: 39/40
Comments: I really like the relaxed pose Kiki is in. Blue and Yellow always looks smart. She looks quite casual lying there and the beret adds to that casual look. I like the way the silver and blue bag matches the boots, but almost looks evening-ish for the outfit. Love the accessories, and those nails, wow! She sure doesn’t work in an office. LOL Love the background art with the blue and yellow, goes beautifully with her outfit. Well done.
TONYA
Name: Jilliebee with Kiki
Assignment round: Final – Hats, Heels and Handbags
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 9.5/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 8.5/10
Total: 38/40
Comments: Kiki Is So Relaxed And Gorgeous In This Setting.... Love the Pops Of Blue and Yellow...! Perfect Accessories...The Whole Composition Is Gorgeous! Very High Quality Throughout! Shadows Are Done Nicely... But I Do Find It's Too Bright...First Thing I Noticed Was the Bright White In Her Dress (Stunning Dress) I Think Its AAS? OVERALL This Is Just Fantastic Though...
MIZZIE
Name: Jilliebee with Kiki
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 9/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 9/10
Total: 38/40
JEN
Name: Deviouslyvivid
Assignment round Name: Hats, Heels and Handbags.
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 8/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 4/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 10/10
Total: 37/40
Comments: I am surprised that you went with pink and green. I hadn’t thought of putting those two colours together, but you’ve managed to make it look fine. Well done. The shadow and lighting is really well done this round. I am not sure about the background, it looks more orangy than pink but that could be the darkening that imgur and some of those viewing sites do to some shots. The dress is nice, but a bit baby-dollish being short, which detracts from the classy, smart appeal of your usual fashion choices. It’s a gorgeous dress but not sure it fits into this category. If it were just below the knee it would give it a whole different feel. I must congratulate you for how much you’ve improved throughout this comp and I feel you are ready to take on many more comps now. Well done!
TONYA
Name: deviouslyvivid with Lia
Assignment round: Smart and Casual Jeans
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 10/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 4.5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 9/10
Total: 38.5/40
Comments: Lia Looks SOOO Darn CUTE! This Is My Favourite Styling This Round..... The Ruffles In The Dress And That HAT......Pink With The Muted Green -- Just Lovely! I Do Love The Background But Wish It Were More "Girly" For This Look! But That's Nit Picking......Because I Just LOVE This Whole Composition So Much.... Wonderful JOB!
MIZZIE
Name: deviouslyvivid with Lia
Wearing the given style of clothing outlined in the brief 10/10
Accessories that enhance your outfits including those specified in the brief 4.5/5
Most Smart and Chic appeal (including your own creativity) 9/10
Relevant manipulation of the background – in-game, google or provided 5/5
Editing and proportion, shadow, lighting and filters 9/10
Total: 37.5/40
♔ download my sims 4 poses on my tumblr account ♔
Welcome, love to have you, @jaunty, reserved.
~ It will be great to get in-game & create a new model for this! ♥ ♥
Reserve me please!
How long is each round, and do you know roughly when you would like to start?
♔ download my sims 4 poses on my tumblr account ♔
Yay, @Mamajanaynay love to have you join us on this one. thank you.
@TEXASTWANGTONYA
Love your head shot, Tonya, she's so lovely, thanks.
Mizzie is going to be one as well, which is great, Tonya.