⭐Behind the Seams | [Rainfall & Blossoms] The Inspirations Behind the Designs
The wind carries tales of laughter and tears, dreams and wishes to uncharted horizons. The 5-star outfit "Rainfall & Blossoms" captures the magical moment when a gentle breeze weaves petals into a dress—magnificent, yet weightless. A spontaneous vitality dances in every detail, from embroidered hems to beaded hat brims, to the dazzling dash propelled by a floral whirlwind. Stylists, let's embark on this design journey and let the soft breeze brings strength and grace to your path.
Put the detective puzzles on hold and turn your eyes to the center stage: a little sorceress dancing among storms and flowers. Stylists, join us in this design column as we unveil the ingenuity behind the 5-star outfit [Rainfall & Blossoms], sharing the design choices inspired by wind, flowers, and magic.
The Story
As Yesterday Passes, As the Wind Blows
A vast expanse of wheat fields melted into an interminable river of gold beneath the setting sun.
A girl, often dressed as a scarecrow, stood atop the tallest haystack, gazing into the distance. Yet the lights from the City of Dreams were nowhere to be seen—only the bountiful fields stretched before her, fading into the dusky horizon.
She raised her hand, beckoning the wind and birds toward the distance. Oh wind, oh wind, please look and see, the shining stage, tall towers free... The sweet-scented breeze swept past, gently wrapping her hazy dreams.
The wind swayed, sweeping across the boundless wilderness, past the bustling Prosperville and over the towers of the City of Dreams. It pushed open a window left ajar, softly brushing the gentle eyes of a mother.
She drew the gauzy curtains, softening the wind's touch. Her daughter's worn clothes lay neatly folded in the cupboard. The blessing born from the fabric joyfully called her name, softly easing the throbbing pain of bereavement on that tranquil night.
The mother's lullaby scattered in the wind, drifting into a tender dream.
The wind swayed, rushing into Cicia's unquenchable lights and sleepless nights. It blew into the grandest theater, sweeping through the waiting audience, and nudged open the silent door of the dressing room. The Piecey agent meticulously inspected props while the actor in patrol uniform remained silent.
As if ordained by fate, the wind danced with the famous actress's graceful yet firm hands, guiding the girl from Prosperville—the still-green newcomer—beyond the curtain.
"Don't see the audience as a storm you have to push through, my little Cersei." Her friend's voice rang clearer than the shutter clicks before the premiere. Juliette gave her a light push forward, steadying her like a wheat stalk swaying in a gale. "Imagine that you are the storm!"
The curtain rose. Countless gilded flakes showered from the spotlights. The rushing wind couldn't stop the little sorceress charging forward. All flowers bloomed wildly at the climax of the play, bursting into life within the sweeping storm.
Flashbulbs froze the applause, the soliloquy, and the dance. The wind flitted past newspapers bearing old photos, scattering the blossoms before the storm, the gilded haze of the banquet, blurring the shared smile of two dear friends before fate seized them by the throat.
And so, like a ceaseless wind, everything slipped quietly from that place of splendor, blowing toward a future unknown to all.
The wind swayed, witnessing the embrace of siblings parting ways. It stretched the sunset long, etching their silhouettes into the farewell gaze. The younger sister watched from afar, waiting longingly for her brother to return with tales of distant lands, as he always did.
The wind swayed, witnessing the laughter of a mentor and a student at rest. It lifted the scarf beside a suitcase, rustled those peculiar thoughts in the young reporter's bag, and lightly brushed past tales of the Celebcrow's embroidery, before blowing on toward the distance.
The wind swayed, turning all laughter, all tears, all dreams, and all wishes into memories of the past. Blowing into the long darkness after sunset, blowing toward a future they couldn't yet fathom.
Until the wind gathered honeyed sweetness from abandoned places, weaving all the past into a golden, fervent halo before the first glimmer of dawn.
The Inspiration Behind the Design
When designing this five-star outfit, the first image that came to mind wasn't a traditional witch shrouded in mystery, but a vision of a gentle breeze sweeping fallen petals from the ground, followed by the scent of blossoms carried on the wind. Hence, breeze-gathered blossoms turned out to be the foundation of the outfit's concept. We envisioned a witch dancing with nature, capturing the very moment her magic takes form: a soft wind lifts petals from beneath her steps, weaving them into a floating dress. The dress's irregular layers and gradient hues trace the petals' dance through the air, while the transparent tulle hem mimics how the wind gently cradles falling flowers. As she soars on her broom, the entire ensemble comes alive, flowing with gentle dynamics—the very essence we aimed to capture in the [Rainfall & Blossoms] outfit.
*The actual effect is subject to the in-game display.
The Details Behind the Design
[Dress]
The dress features a white-and-green color scheme with intricate layered ivy embroidery and floral appliqués adorning the bodice and skirt. Delicate lacework and sheer gauze create a fresh, vibrant feel that embodies nature's vitality. The structured petticoat at the waist mimics the gentle unfurling of a blooming flower. When our little sorceress soars through the sky, the skirt sways like a blossom caressed by breezes against the azure sky.
*The actual effect is subject to the in-game display.
[Hair]
Inspired by a young, energetic witch born of nature herself, we designed voluminous twin tails with braided accents, evoking classic rustic charm. Soft bangs and wispy side strands frame Nikki's face, accentuating her delicate features.
*The actual effect is subject to the in-game display.
[Headwear]
This reinterpretation of the classic witch hat retains the broad brim and elongated tip while elevating it with lavish lace and floral embellishments. Cascading beaded chains and blossoms along the brim evoke falling raindrops and scattered petals across meadows, as if concealing bouquets within the hat. A butterfly lured by the flowers dances from the hat's tip with every movement.
*The actual effect is subject to the in-game display.
[Neckwear]
Crafted from intertwining ivy motifs to echo nature's vitality, the neckwear is further enriched with ornate metalwork and resplendent gemstones. These elements symbolize the witch's magic-infused heart, beating with boundless natural energy.
*The actual effect is subject to the in-game display.
The Concept Behind the Ability
This outfit enables Nikki to float in midair on a broom. When mounted, the magic of the wind converges around the broom, facilitating graceful floating. The "dash" mechanism is a creative innovation: during dashes, the broom's tail transforms into a floral whirlwind as its enchanted bud bursts into bloom! This provides propulsion while leaving a trail of pure wind magic and luminous petals along the flight path. Visually, this creates a gentle petal shower across the sky—painting an ethereal blossom-gathering trail that balances lavish spectacle with weightless elegance.
*The actual effect is subject to the in-game display.
