Archibald on the mend

Archie Appeal - paying it forward

Archie and I would like to thank everyone who's have contributed to this fundraiser. All week I have laughed with you, cried with you and shared stories of heart wrenching sadness together with others of unbridled joy. To feel so much empathy and to be the recipient of so much kindness has left me both bewildered, humbled and immensely grateful.

For those of you not aware of what befell my little beastie three weeks ago he was out late gamboling around 'his' neighbourhood when he was struck by a speeding car. The impact was so severe it shattered his jaw, fractured the hard palate in his mouth and left him blind in both eyes. But somehow he managed to get himself home to me. I will never forget the sight or the sound of my bloodied and broken moggy crying for help.

When my friends in Second Life heard of what had befallen my Archibald they rallied around and asked what they could do to help. Some asked if they could make a financial contribution to Archie's vet bills, whilst others offered to make something to sell on his behalf. Out of this upwelling of support Caelan Hancroft brought us all together to form the Archie Appeal at the Truth District sim courtesy of Truth Hawks.

When this event was first proposed I was very uncomfortable with the idea of being the recipient of charity. I'm far happier putting in than taking out. My late father was a Director of a local sports charity so being dressed in a monkey suit and rattling my collection tin in smokey pubs was a large part of my childhood. But this time, right here and right now I was desperate to do all for my 'boy' and I can't thank people enough for giving me the opportunity to do just that.

Since we opened on Saturday the 25th of September we have raised in excess of L$800,000. This money will go a long way in contributing to Archibald's ongoing treatment. He's going to need further operations to repair his fractured bones along with extensive dental work as the few teeth he has left are broken and there are a lot exposed roots to come out. He then needs a consultation with an Ophthalmologist so that I can have his eyesight fully assessed and if possible repaired. 

But now that the week long fundraiser is coming to a close I want to take all this positive energy and goodwill towards Archie and to "pay it forward". So from Monday 3rd September I am going to be raising money for the PDSA which stands for 'The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals' which is a UK based charity devoted to caring for the sick and injured animals of people in need. To avoid any confusion I will be removing all vendors and donation kiosks associated with the Archie Appeal and asking anyone who set one up on their own sim to do likewise. I have asked a very dear friend to help coordinate with the charity so that we can proceed with complete transparency and accountability and to ensure no conflicts of interest.

If you'd like more information or would like to get involved please contact me in-world or via my email: stephen.gospel@gmail.com

New Release: Aviator Boots

Introducing Aviator, the essential new Winter boot from Gos. Immaculately detailed with exquisite stitching, folded seam beneath the zippered side, creased upper, thick-tread soles and leather strapped ring to the ankle, Aviator is the boot of the season with two separate lines to provide a unique look for both men and women.

Amelia was crafted for the female fashionista, complete with show/hide rolled sock tops and shape change between a tight fit zipping high on the leg, and the loose fit which pulls wider around the calf. Choose between 5 sock colours for the single boot colours and an array of 16 if you purchase the fatpack, shifting your shoe shape and changing your hosiery to allow complete customisation of your Amelia Aviators to best suit your outfits.

Yeager is designed just for men, coming with both the loose fit option to wear tall over your pants and a short style to sit comfortably beneath your trouser cuffs. Scripted for dynamic shape change, Yeager is both fun and functional, offering quick customisation to suit your latest style.

With advanced fitting menu for a completely personalised fit to your body shape, Aviator is available in single colours of Black, Camel, Chocolate, Tan and Worn or as a fatpack of all 5.

Add Aviator to your collection by visiting the Gos Mainstore or Marketplace now.

New Release: Wellingtons

New from Gos, mesh wellington boots in 12 glossy colours to brighten up your wardrobe. Certain to get you noticed whatever the weather, these boots deliver a perfect fit with three pairs of rigged boots and one pair of attachable boots included with each purchase.

Available in single colours, with custom resprays available, or as an all-colour fatpack, you can easily create your own personal colour combinations, changing the details to match your latest outfit. With side buckle detail and tracked rubber sole, Gos Wellingtons are a classic addition to your footwear collection making a bold statement that's sure to get people talking.

Purchase from the Gos mainstore or on Marketplace.

New Release: Storm

Add an edge to your outfit with Storm, the new release from Gos. A cutout platform sandal set on a cushioned sole, Storm commands attention, finishing any outfit with definitive style. Flatteringly feminine while maintaining a distinct military feel, Storm is available in a range of high shine leather and suede finishes to suit every occasion.

Storm creates a mood for your whole outfit, and it can be as dramatic, exciting or wild as you want to make it. Storm is sold in single colours and fatpack versions, with additional colour updaters. With every part customisable on demand, there are 123 billion possible combinations, meaning it could take you 4,000 years to try them all! Find your individual look by using the simple on-touch menus - or you can always have some fun with the 'random' button to discover a bold new look.

Available now from the mainstore and on marketplace.

New Release: Cinch Belt

Introducing the Cinch Belt from Gos, with script technology that will change the way you accessorise your outfits.

This versatile belt is wonderfully feminine, an asymmetric design with wide front that tapers to an elastic fitting around the side and slimmer band to the back. Accented with a unique hook fastening and sophisticated stud clasp, this offers a flattering fit whether you choose to emphasise your curves by wearing it up on the waist, or drop lower to the hips for a different look entirely.

The innovative scripting system allows for a completely custom resize for a perfect fit to your figure, eliminating the awkward oversize common with other belts on the market. Taper and stretch on every axis; save copies to work with different shapes or around the other prims you're wearing - Cinch is the perfect compliment your latest look.

Sold in 10 colours that co-ordinate perfectly with the Curvaceous boots range, Cinch comes in suede and leather textures with both gold and silver metal parts to set off your outfit. The Gos Cinch-Belt is also available as a fatpack at a hugely discounted price and can be two-toned for even more styling options.

Transform your wardrobe with the Cinch Belt: now available from the Gos Mainstore and Marketplace.

New Release: Pimp Your Pumps

Pimp Your Pumps is the revolutionary new range of womens shoes from Gos, giving you complete control over how you want to wear your shoes. Take any pump from the range and add accents, instantly restyling to match every outfit. Whether you want casual or formal, daywear or something for the evening, you can customise your pumps however you like - even if you change your plans at short notice you'll always have gorgeous shoes ready for the occasion.

Pick a pump pack with 15 colour choices across 9 different styles of pump, with 6 bow accents included to get you started. There will be many more compatible accessories and colour updaters for your footwear in the future: join the Gos Collective group in-world for product updates and discount offers, and keep an eye on this blog.

Take advantage of our incredible introductory fatpack deal, offering over 1350 unique combinations for just L$495.

Available now from the Gos mainstore.

New Releases: GOSCAN and SCT

Two new eyewear releases from Gos, available now in the mainstore and on marketplace:

GOSCAN: The latest sunglasses from the Gos Custom range. Uniquely styled with defined lines, dual lenses are cut from the curve of a single toric shield, mounted in the frame to maintain a continuous contour. The extended frame geometry wraps around the face with additional detail offered in the integrated hinge mechanisms and metal accents.

Available in classic black, silver, white and matt frame colours with 4 different lens options, Goscan can be custom fitted to your shape through the inbuilt resize system, with many options for adjustment including lens opacity and brightness, with script removal to optimise performance.

SCT: the new eyewear from Gos. Wire frame glasses with clean lines offer an assertive new look to our extensive range; shaped with angular accents, stem sleeves and detailed with spring hinges and bridge pads. The lightweight frames make for a sophisticated and refined finish, coming as standard preloaded with 8 metal frame options and 7 lens colours. SCT are fully customisable to your avatar through the unique Gos scripting system.

Get SCT and GOSCAN on marketplace or visit the mainstore. Gos Collective members receive 10% off in store. Remember to wear your tag!