Elizabeth has only scratched the surface of Akio Hayashi. Will his strong-headedness get in the way of his sister's success as a ballet dancer? Will Elizabeth continue to stand her ground? 👀
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4 Months Ago
📍Sembambachi Dance Studio
[ELIZABETH] Good job, girls!
[ELIZABETH] You all have improved over the past 4 months, I'm so proud!
[ELIZABETH] 5 more minutes and then we’ll talk about the competition schedule.
[???] So why does your ballet teacher want to talk to me?
[???] Not sure, she was really vague and didn't tell me why.
[???] Is she usually like that?
[???] I mean, she is a little more on the quiet side.
[???] So, typical ballerina snob?
[???] What the heck! Uh, no?
[?] Well, aren't most ballerinas snobby?
[???] Some can be but Miss Elizabeth is very kind!
[???] *rolls eyes* Sure she is, and more than likely a snob.
[JURI] Akio, please don't go in hot. I know she means well and there's enough drama in our family. I need ballet to be my safe place.
[ELIZABETH] Ah, Juri. Welcome. Is this a family member with you?
[AKIO] Yes, I'm her older brother. Is there a reason you wanted to speak to me? Do we have a problem?
[JURI] *looks down, speaks softly* Akio, please.
[ELIZABETH] *clears throat* Well, Mr. Hayashi. I want to talk about Juri being late for class the past 4 weeks. I understand that life happens, but I do expect my students to show upon time or communicate if they'll be late. If there's anything I can do, I'm more than happy to work with you all towards something that supports Juri.
[AKIO] What do you mean Juri has been late for the past 4 weeks? Does class not start at 7:30?
[ELIZABETH] Due to competition season starting in 2 months, I've sent a few emails to let students and families know that class from February and on will be starting at 7:00. This is to have more time to warm up and practice. Did you not get those emails, Mr. Hayashi?
[AKIO] No, our parents have been looking after Juri’s ballet stuff, but due to private family matters
that are none of your business, she’s staying with me. Juri also didn’t tell me anything.
[ELIZABETH] No need to share anything private with me. A little miscommunication, perhaps?
We’ll get that sorted out, no problem. Juri, please get ready for class.
[JURI] Yes, I’m sorry Miss Elizabeth.
[ELIZABETH] Mr. Hayashi, let me make something clear. My students’ well-being matters to me.
I just want to make sure Juri gets the most out of this class.
[AKIO] Got it. I’ll make sure she shows up on time. Thank you for being kind, miss.
*Akio leaves, door closes*
[ELIZABETH] “Do we have a problem here?” What the hell was that? I get older brothers but holy shit. That guy fricken sucks.
I was supposed to be resting for a couple of days before making my next big set, but I can't help myself ❤️
The very sweet & adorable Night Meats post has served as inspo for this item. I then made the ballet slippers ACNH conversion, because I wanted them for the image, so I'm sharing that too! I added a few extra neutral swatches, because the game's swatches were a bit clown-themed in colors.
Second attempt at the townies of the world challenge!
This time I randomized a guy from bengladesh who has a Zentai crossed with a ballet style.
I've learned quite a lot doing this sim as I didn't know what Zentai standed for. A zentai suit is a skin-tight garment that covers the entire body most commonly made using nylon/spandex blends. So I went for this soft and elegent skin-thight look on him giving him the grace of a ballet dancer and yet tightness of Zentai!
Don't hesitate to participate too and bring forth more diversity in your townies! Arman is available for download if you ask via private message.
Here's a link to my original challenge post with all the rules and webstites to use : SIMZ SLAYER (tumblr.com)
Don't forget to put the hashtag #totwchallenge in order for other people to see your creations!
Jude: I think I wanna do ballet.
[Ivan chuckled, tightening Jude’s laces with a swift yank]
Jude: Don’t laugh! Boys can do that too-.. right?
Ivan: Y’can do anythin’ y’want, bud.
Jude: I wouldn’t have to wear a tutu, would I?
Ivan: Not unless y’wanted to.
Jude: I don’t think I wanna wear anything frilly-.. none of the men in the video I found were wearing one.
Ivan: Been doin’ some research, eh?
[Ivan tried to hide it, but he couldn’t wipe the grin off his face completely]
Jude: You’re still laughing!
Ivan: I ain’t! It’s just-.. you wouldn’t suddenly be interested in ballet ‘cause a certain lil’ lady J is, would ya?
Jude: No!
Ivan: Right.
Jude: Do you think she’d be impressed though?
Ivan: What d’you reckon-.. would you be impressed if someone faked an interest in somethin’ you liked?
[Jude supposed not, causing him to frown thoughtfully]
Jude: Oh-.. maybe not.
Ivan: In my experience, folk like it better when you don’t pretend.
Jude: I thought that’s what boys are supposed to do? They’re always tryna impress girls in movies n’ stuff, and Gavin’s always telling everyone about the amazing stuff he does or buying mom fancy things that make her squeal.
Ivan: I wouldn’t pay much mind t’all that nonsense, bud.
Ivan: The best way t’make friends is t’spend time with folk n’ be yourself-.. the odd compliment here n’ there wouldn’t go amiss though, hm?
[Ivan chuckled to himself as he guided Jude’s wobbling form toward the roller rink-.. ballet, pfha!]
in the heart of new york city is the nyc ballet company where the best of new yorks ballerinas rehearse their steps daily. they welcome yumi choi-edgecombe as their newest member. she’s hopping to one day become their prima ballerina.
Plié, retiré, plié, saut-de-chat, glissade... with Leïla Stafford
While her sister is a tennis badass, Leïla found solace in ballet. And I definitely live vicariously through her until one day I myself IRL go back to ballet classes.
Elizabeth likes to keep things simple when it comes to what she wears to class. Whether she's preparing choreography for a performance or teaching students - comfort, practicality and style all matter to her!
CC used:
#1 - Hair (TSR) | Top | Yoga Pants | Ballet Slippers
#2 - Hair | Top | Undershirt | Leggings | Ballet Slippers
#3 - Hair | Bodysuit (TSR) | Undershirt | Leg warmers | Ballet Slippers
#4 - Hair | Tank top | Skirt | Ballet Slippers
Thank you CC creators! @dissiasims @caio-cc @smubuh @bluecravingcc @simcelebrity00 @aladdin-the-simmer @birksche
The Nutcracker - a perfect story for winter and give magical wibes every time i watch ballet or re-read Hoffmann's tale. It's my last 2023 post - so i tried to bring so me magic and ballet aesthetic
MOUSE KING LOOK
hair by @javitrulovesims, ruff collar by @strangestorytellersims, rat on head and hand by @kismet-sims, cape by @vintagesimstress, costume by @satterlly, ballet flats by @astya96cc, tail acc by @notegain, whiskers by @s-club-tbr, talons by @sewersims
MARIE LOOK
hair by @thekunstwollen hair ribbon by @zouyousims, dress by @joancampbell-jcb, plush bunny toy by moo2shelly, ballet flats by @astya96cc, frill top as acc by @charonlee, tights by @magic-bot, earrings by @rimings
NUTCRACKER LOOK
hair by @javitrulovesims, strand acc. by @enriques4, rose hair acc by @the-melancholy-maiden, guard military uniform & sword by @simnasimsworld, half mask, by @becky-sims, ballet flats by @astya96cc
SUGAR PLUM FAIRY LOOK
hair by @joliebean, strand acc. by @enriques4, 'kokoshnik' tiara by @simsonico, flower pins by @kikiw-sims, top by @bluerose-sims puff sleeves by @dream-girl, ballerina skirt by marigold satin shoes by @joliebean, face pearls by @christopher067, tights by @cool-content-star, wings* by sadlydulcet
XMAS GLAM CAS BAKCGROUND - @pilarleon
Big thanks and love to all CC creators!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. My best wishes
*(sadlydulcet) set #26 wings [necklace] - file name
MASTERLIST: Mods that go with ballet skill (a W.I.P)
AKA make your sims live out your ballerina dreams. Finally!
This master list will be updated as soon as I find more content. I was really into making ice skating sims a month ago so I have some saved content already. Yey!
Do you prefer to watch this master list in a Pinterest board? It's here and way less messy