As a devoted Final Fantasy XIV player, I’ve found the Gold Saucer Fashion Report to be one of the most entertaining weekly activities in the game. This unique challenge tests players’ fashion sense and rewards them with valuable MGP (Manderville Gold Saucer Points) for putting together stylish outfits.
I’ve spent countless hours helping fellow Warriors of Light decode the cryptic fashion hints from Masked Rose and achieve those perfect 100-point scores. Whether you’re a fashionista or just looking to earn some quick MGP, the Fashion Report offers an accessible way to participate in FFXIV’s vibrant glamour system while earning rewards that can be exchanged for exclusive mounts, minions, and cosmetic items.
Key Takeaways
- The Gold Saucer Fashion Report is a weekly FFXIV mini-game where players earn MGP by creating stylish outfits for evaluation by Masked Rose
- Scoring is based on a 100-point scale, with gold tier (80-100 points) rewarding 60,000 MGP and requiring correct gear pieces and dyes across head, body, hands, and legs slots
- Players can achieve high scores by focusing on exact item matches (8 points), using correct dyes (6 points), or selecting thematically similar alternatives (4 points)
- Budget-friendly options using vendor gear under 2,000 gil and basic dyes can consistently achieve the minimum 80-point threshold needed for maximum MGP rewards
- The Fashion Report runs from Tuesday to Monday each week, with participants receiving a one-time 50,000 MGP bonus for their first score of 80 or higher
Gold Saucer Fashion Report
The Gold Saucer Fashion Report is a weekly mini-game in Final Fantasy XIV where players present their outfits to an NPC named Masked Rose for evaluation. Located in the Manderville Gold Saucer (X:7.2, Y:7.4), this fashion challenge runs from Tuesday 12:00 AM PST to the following Monday 11:59 PM PST.
Each week features 4 distinct outfit categories:
- Head gear focusing on specific helmet, hat or hair styles
- Body pieces including chest armor, robes or jackets
- Hand slot items such as gloves, gauntlets or bracers
- Leg equipment covering pants, skirts or leg armor
The scoring system works on a 100-point scale:
| Score Range | Reward Tier | MGP Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| 80-100 | Gold | 60,000 MGP |
| 60-79 | Silver | 45,000 MGP |
| 40-59 | Bronze | 30,000 MGP |
| 0-39 | Failed | 10,000 MGP |
Masked Rose provides cryptic hints about the desired theme through text clues such as:
- Color preferences (e.g., “”Something blue””)
- Style descriptions (e.g., “”Daring adventurer””)
- Material specifications (e.g., “”The shine of metal””)
- Using exact matching items (+8 points per item)
- Wearing thematically similar alternatives (+6 points per item)
- Selecting appropriate dyes (+1-2 points per correct color)
Understanding Fashion Report Scoring System
The Fashion Report scoring system combines base scores from individual items with bonus points to determine the final rating. Each piece of gear contributes to the overall score through specific criteria evaluations.
Base Score Calculations
Base scores start with evaluating four primary equipment slots: head, body, hands, and legs. Each slot earns 8 points for exact matches to Masked Rose’s requirements plus an additional 6 points for using the correct dye. Here’s the point breakdown:
| Scoring Component | Points Awarded |
|---|---|
| Exact Item Match | 8 points |
| Correct Dye | 6 points |
| Alternative Item | 4 points |
| Thematic Match | 2 points |
- Color coordination between adjacent gear pieces adds 2 points
- Using items from the same gear set provides a 1.1x multiplier
- Matching dyes across multiple slots grants a 1.2x multiplier
- Meeting the weekly theme requirements adds 8 bonus points
- Presenting a complete outfit without empty slots adds 4 points
| Bonus Type | Multiplier/Points |
|---|---|
| Same Set Bonus | 1.1x |
| Dye Harmony | 1.2x |
| Theme Completion | 8 points |
| Full Outfit | 4 points |
Best Practices for Getting High Scores
I’ve discovered specific strategies to consistently achieve 80+ scores in the Gold Saucer Fashion Report. These proven methods focus on essential gear combinations and strategic dye applications to maximize points while minimizing MGP expenditure.
Required Gear Slots
Each Fashion Report evaluation requires four essential equipment slots for optimal scoring:
- Head: Focus on exact matches or thematically similar alternatives for headgear
- Body: Select chest pieces that align with the weekly theme hints
- Hands: Choose gloves or arm gear that complement the overall outfit concept
- Legs: Pick pants skirts or bottoms that match the suggested style
The scoring priority follows:
- Exact item matches (8 points)
- Category matches (6 points)
- Style matches (4 points)
- Basic slot coverage (2 points)
- Apply dyes to visible gear slots first
- Match primary colors indicated in Masked Rose’s hints
- Use easily obtainable dyes from merchants in major cities
- Consider these common dye sources:
- Junkmonger NPCs (basic dyes)
- Market Board (advanced dyes)
- Guild suppliers (craft-specific dyes)
| Dye Type | Point Value | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Exact Match | 4 points | Various Merchants |
| Similar Shade | 2 points | Junkmongers |
| Basic Color | 1 point | Starting Cities |
Weekly Fashion Report Solutions
I track current Fashion Report solutions each week to help players optimize their MGP earnings. These solutions focus on balancing score potential with cost-effectiveness.
Budget-Friendly Options
I’ve identified reliable low-cost combinations that consistently achieve scores of 80+ points:
- Weathered items from starting gear sets cost 0 MGP
- Market board items under 5,000 gil per piece
- Vendor gear available in major cities for less than 2,000 gil
- Common dyes purchasable from dye vendors for 40-216 gil
- Glamour Prisms obtainable through Grand Company seals
Key budget items include:
- Cotton Cowl (2,000 gil from Ul’dah vendors)
- Hempen Camise (300 gil from starting city vendors)
- Amateur’s Smithing Gloves (1,200 gil from housing merchants)
- Cotton Gaskins (1,800 gil from city vendors)
Premium Glamour Choices
Premium solutions incorporate high-end gear pieces for maximum style points:
- Mogstation exclusive glamour items
- Raid drop equipment from current content
- Crafted gear requiring rare materials
- Limited-time event rewards
- Achievement-based glamour pieces
Notable premium options:
- Far Eastern Noble’s Headpiece (Mogstation)
- Neo-Ishgardian Top (Master crafted)
- Rebel Gloves (PvP rewards)
- Faire Kohakama (Seasonal event)
I prioritize listing multiple gear alternatives for each slot to accommodate different player budgets and item availability.
Earning MGP Through Fashion Report
The Fashion Report rewards participants with MGP based on their score achievement levels when presenting outfits to Masked Rose. I’ve developed effective strategies to maximize MGP earnings through consistent participation in this weekly event.
Weekly Rewards Structure
The Fashion Report offers tiered MGP rewards based on scoring thresholds:
| Score Range | Rating | MGP Reward |
|---|---|---|
| 80-100 | Gold | 60,000 MGP |
| 70-79 | Silver | 50,000 MGP |
| 40-69 | Bronze | 30,000 MGP |
| 0-39 | Failed | 10,000 MGP |
Each participant receives a one-time bonus of 50,000 MGP for their first score of 80 or higher. The weekly evaluation period runs from Friday 12:00 AM PST through Monday 11:59 PM PST, allowing multiple attempts to achieve the desired score.
- Participate every Friday after solution guides release
- Focus on achieving the minimum 80-point threshold using budget gear options
- Complete the weekly Fashion Report challenge on multiple character slots
- Combine Fashion Report attempts with other Gold Saucer activities:
- GATES (Gold Saucer Active Time Events)
- Mini-game challenges
- Triple Triad matches
- Chocobo races
- Spending 15 minutes per character
- Using pre-purchased evaluation gear
- Applying dyes before queuing for evaluation
- Storing commonly used items in retainer inventory
- Creating gear set macros for quick outfit changes
The Gold Saucer Fashion Report offers an exciting way to express creativity while earning valuable MGP rewards in Final Fantasy XIV. From my experience helping countless players achieve high scores I’ve seen how this weekly event brings the community together through fashion.
Whether you’re aiming for a perfect 100 or just want to secure that 80+ score for maximum MGP I’m confident these strategies will help you succeed. Remember that you don’t need expensive glamours to do well – smart choices with budget-friendly items and the right dyes will get you there.
I’ll continue updating weekly solutions to help you make the most of this fun activity. See you at the Gold Saucer!
