
You know, this might just be the last sweater in this series. Not because I don’t have more lined up and ready to go—as a matter of fact, I do!—but because there are, of course, other things. Like coats. Don’t worry, I’ll do something else before moving on to more winter wear, but I do think I feel a coat or two coming on. Maybe three…we’ll see. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Ocean 2.0 skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Nick" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). Baggy Jeans - Regular by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Casual,Reila Skins,Sweaters
January 20th, 2012 at 06:26pmRyan Darragh

It isn’t always a simple task to make “dressing up” look effortless and natural. Traveller Bade makes it his singular mission to assist you in this endeavor, and his fine men’s clothing store is just a click away, should you require his services. The very name “Sartoria” tells the tale: your every fine sartorial sense will be spoken to, your every refined sartorial whim indulged. In this case, I would argue, self-indulgence is not necessarily a vice. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Morris" skin by Shiloh Jun (Shybooty). "Crow" shape by Fade Dana (CMFF). Chocolate Suede Cords by Shai Delacroix (Casa Del Shai). Classic Loafers by Viola Leigh (Redgrave). Wide Band Fedora in Brown Suede by Ranena Oliver (ROC).
Post Category: Dressy,Freebies,Sartoria,Sweaters
January 17th, 2012 at 05:28pmRyan Darragh

Nope—I haven’t run out of sweaters! Not yet. I’m sure you were wondering, those of you following along at home. But yes, I do have some other things to share, a bit more variety waiting in the wings. But check outside—isn’t it chilly? Just a little? It’s still Winter out there, and my inventory hasn’t crashed the asset server yet, so here’s one more warm-and-fuzzy sweater for your consideration. I do have even yet still more to come, at least a few, but I’ll try to mix things up a bit, here and there, to keep things interesting. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Ocean 2.0 skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Trend" hair with cap by Diarmuid Miklos (Ispachi). Baggy Jeans - Regular by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). 2Color Scarf by icco Halcali (Halcali). Cozy Mittens by Riq Graves (Reek).
Post Category: Casual,Sweaters,Zoobong
January 13th, 2012 at 10:41pmRyan Darragh

I know what you’re thinking—Christmas is over. It’s true, December 25 has come and gone. But there are, after all, twelve days of Christmas, and I like to make the most of it. Only just today is it Twelfth Night, the Feast of the Epiphany, and I’m still listening to holiday music at home, although I’ve moved on almost exclusively to instrumental recordings. I kind of can’t stand it that the Christmas decorations are out for sale before Halloween, but I do like to let the season wind down gracefully and naturally across all twelve days. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Ocean 2.0 skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Nathan" hair by Truth Hawks (Truth). "Kevin" shirt by Floatie Hock (Hell Bop). College Bound white tee by Guapo Hansome (Havok). "Bret" pants by Antonia Marat (Artilleri). Watch 01 Brown by Guu Nishi (HOC Industries). Clubmaster sunglasses by Antonia Marat (Artilleri).
Post Category: Casual,Hell Bop,Retro,Shoes,Sweaters
January 6th, 2012 at 11:58pmRyan Darragh

Before we return to the Showcase of Sweaters, as indeed soon we must, there’s one other very fine formal suit I want to share with you. After all, if you’re keeping up with this blog in real time, you still have time to go shopping for that perfect something for your New Year’s Eve festivities. It’s not too late! Ric Dulce’s “Douglas” Formal Tux is a fine piece of clothing design at a price that seems, quite simply, too good to be true. Well, it does appear to be a “promo” price of some kind, so while it may actually be too good to be true, I suspect it is too good to last. Consider yourself forewarned. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: On Ryan:"Ocean 2.0" skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Nash" shape by Noon Twine (Noon Shapes). "Dapper" hair by Diarmuid Miklos (Ispachi).
Post Category: Crickets,Formal,Suits
December 31st, 2011 at 05:26pmRyan Darragh

I suppose by now it’s more than just a tradition for me to share with you, ’round about the end of the year, my favorite new tuxedo design from Styles of edo. When I browsed through the Flickr image sets announcing edo’s 2012 tuxedo collection, I knew that this year would be no exception. Without further ado, I invite you to admire edo Tone’s new and beautiful Athos Tuxedo. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan:"Ocean 2.0" skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Melvin" hair by Alair Cortes (Pocket Mirrors). Moliere dress shoes by Storm Schmooz (L'Atelier Storm Schmooz). Bekkou eyeglasses by Aslan Kish (AIR).
Post Category: Formal,Styles of edo,Suits
December 29th, 2011 at 04:45pmRyan Darragh

Candace Hudson’s Cable Knit N Blues sweater/scarf combo is a superbly handsome example of the form. The sweater is a very deep charcoal, the better to coordinate with pretty much anything, and the set includes not just one but two scarves: a more conventional “narrow” scarf fitted around the neck, and a more substantial “wide” scarf that’s wrapped around both shoulders. An optional matching headband doesn’t cover your ears and may or may not keep you warm, but it certainly coordinates nicely. The sculpted turtleneck collar, sleeve cuffs and sweater bottom make the fit look appropriately but not overly bulky. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Ocean 2.0" skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Akio" hair by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). Baggy Jeans - Regular by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Casual,Hudson's Clothing Co.,Sweaters
December 28th, 2011 at 07:54amRyan Darragh

Jesseaitui Petion’s rigged-mesh Schofield Sweater is perhaps less obviously wintry in its styling than Guapo Hansome’s more traditionally constructed College Bound Cardigan, but it’s equally well suited for crisp, cold weather and fun activities that go along with that. The texture work is smooth and delicate, and the sweater’s weave has a lovely sheen. The loose, deep cowled collar might suggest the risk of catching a chill, but since it’s never really cold in SL, why worry? Four different tattoo-layer alpha-channel “invisibility cloaks” are included, to ensure that your avatar doesn’t show through inappropriately.
(more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Ocean 2.0" skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Cool" hair (with hat) by kawadai Criss (Salon de GLOW). Baggy Jeans - Regular by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). "Ugra" tattoo by Hunain Bellic (HUZ-TATS).
Post Category: Aitui,Casual,Sweaters
December 26th, 2011 at 04:20pmRyan Darragh

…keeps Old Man Winter away? Something like that.
Now that it’s officially Winter, it feels right and appropriate to share with you some sweaters I’ve been saving up for when the weather finally began to get cold where I live. (Those of you in the Southern Hemisphere should feel free to follow along, but of course you should also feel free to enjoy wearing shorts and flip-flops while you’re at it.) Now, please don’t get the idea that I’ll be presenting a new sweater here every single day. That would suggest far too much organization on my part, in spite of the title of this little series of short-and-sweet posts I’m planning. But I do have several lined up that I think are worth sharing, and I’ll be doing that, one at a time, for a while, until I feel like moving on to something else. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Ocean 2.0" skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). Merrit's Hat (with hair) by Autumn Hykova (Tiny Bird / Reek). Baggy Jeans - Regular by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). Rock Boots by Traveller Bade (Dirty Hands). Leather Messenger Bag by Guu Nishi (HOC). Wasabi Scarf by Eclectic Wingtips (E! Eclectic Accessories).
Post Category: Casual,Havok,Sweaters
December 24th, 2011 at 02:41pmRyan Darragh

Not just anyone, and certainly not everyone, can be a dandy. My own image of the contemporary dandy is quite specific: Richard Jeperson, investigator for the Diogenes Club. Perhaps you’ve heard of him? Although little is known of his background, he is perhaps as well known for his flamboyant 1970s dress sense as for his psychic investigative work on behalf of perhaps the most secret branch of Britain’s secret intelligence services. Along with his sidekick and fellow operative Vanessa, he has been responsible on any number of occasions for preserving the safety of Britain, and perhaps the world, in the face of supernatural forces beyond our understanding.
Oh, and also—he’s fictional. But that doesn’t keep him from setting the bar pretty high when it comes to dandy. No indeed, it does not, believe you me. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Ocean 2.0" skin by Simple Spad (Zoobong). "Boston" hair by Limer Fredriksson (MADesigns). Spencers shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). Joyride glasses by myvegancookbook Bolissima (Adjunct).
Post Category: Accessories,Casual,Dressy,Egoisme Haute Couture,Jackets,Jeans,Outfits,Pants,Sweaters
December 19th, 2011 at 10:59amRyan Darragh

I’m still exploring the Wonderful World of Mesh, slowly but steadily. It’s interesting and encouraging to see the increasingly polished and sophisticated design work being done. Of course here I’m thinking specifically of clothing items, but I’ve seen some remarkable pieces of furniture and other creations as well. Although opinions vary and mesh is by no means a magic bullet for any of the clothing issues we’ve grumbled about for so long, I think it has some great features. Properly rigged, mesh garments are able to move impressively with your avatar—and neither skin-tight, like garment-layer clothing items, nor segmented, as prim or sculptie attachments that span joints necessarily are. I also love the level of textural detail that’s possible, which far surpasses what can be done with garment-layer clothing textures. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Scott" shape by Noon Twine (Noon Shapes). "Hard Candy" hair by Sebastian Aries (SHAG). Plain Tank Top White by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). "Math" sneakers by OHARA Portal (OHARA). Eirik Bracelet and Eirik Ring by Que Dexler (Bastian).
Post Category: Casual,Neurolab Inc.,Pants,Skins,Urban,eep
November 25th, 2011 at 10:16amRyan Darragh
Life is interesting.
Real life has been particularly interesting for me of late. And when I say interesting, I mean interesting in the way of the old Chinese curse. I’ve recently become suddenly (but not entirely unexpectedly) unemployed, which among many other things has been, as I mentioned, interesting. (In case you’ve been wondering, this is the main reason I haven’t been around much since Halloween.) It’s nothing to worry about, at least not yet–I’m not alone in the world, we have savings, I qualify for unemployment benefits, and there’s also a surprisingly decent severance payment coming from my (now former) employer. At the end of it all, maybe it’s just time for a change.
Which brings me to today’s topic. Changes in life may or may not be scary, but in my experience they are, more often than not, disruptive. I’m still having fun here, and as you may remember that’s my main criterion for what I do and don’t do in SL. I’ll still be around, possibly now even a bit more than before–my real challenge may be not screwing around in SL all day when I should be, you know, looking for a job–but some things may well change. For starters, don’t be surprised if I discover and share a new fascination with bargains! Seriously though, I do still have some stuff in the works, some of it unfortunately delayed by RL events, but there it is.
The future had better watch out, because here we come!
Post Category: Announcements,Commentary
November 22nd, 2011 at 06:57pmRyan Darragh

In J-horror (and to a certain extent in horror from Asian countries other than Japan) there’s a well known archetype: the scary girl with long hair. She is traditionally a ghost or spirit, often with a horrifying face and inhuman skin, and she is most definitely scary. She is almost always bent on vengeance for wrongs done to her in life. Think of the central supernatural figures in “Ringu” (“The Ring”), “Ju-On” (“The Grudge”), and “Janghwa, Hongryeon” (“A Tale of Two Sisters”, actually an example of K-horror )—you’ll know just what I mean. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Halloween limited group gift" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio; Halloween 2009 group gift). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Bare Rose,Casual,Dimbula Rose,Hoodies,Jackets,Outfits,Pants,Shirts,Skins,Vests
October 29th, 2011 at 12:27pmRyan Darragh

For those of you keeping score at home, yes, I’m still powering my way through the Bare Rose folder in my inventory. Hey, if I’m lucky I may empty it out completely before the end of the year! Well, unless I make another shopping trip in the meantime. Another great ensemble (slash outfit, slash costume, slash roleplay gear) I found stashed in there is “Voyager 3b”. This is a fully detailed and outfitted astronaut’s spacesuit, complete with oxygen supply hoses and gleaming helmet. These are good things, too, unless accidental asphyxiation isn’t a problem for you. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Fox” skin by the body co. “Josh” shape by Noon Twine (Noon Shapes). “Alex” hair by Maddox Dupont (MADesigns).
Post Category: Bare Rose,Costumes,Outfits,Roleplay,Sci Fi
October 28th, 2011 at 08:00amRyan Darragh

For Halloween this year, or rather for the ongoing series of run-up parties and gatherings I’ve been enjoying attending, I’ve been sorting through the shockingly large accumulation of outfits and avatars in my “Bare Rose” inventory folder. Needless to say, it’s been a fascinating experience. How did so many things from Bare Rose pile up? I only wondered that until I remembered how a typical shopping trip to that amazing store tends to go, at least for me:
- TP to Bare Rose
- Wait for new-items vendors to rez
- Wait for vendor textures to rez
- See something delightful that I can’t live without
- Click to buy
- Go to step 4 and repeat until crash or time for dinner, whichever comes first (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Fox" skin by the body co. "Josh" shape by Noon Twine (Noon Shapes). "Akin" hair by MissAllSunday Lemon (Wasabi Pills). Lustrous eyes in Isla by Brandy Rasmuson (Shine). Stylish sandals by Yukirei Greene (Skill Normal). Saint Halo by Kya Eliot (Hexed).
Post Category: Bare Rose,Costumes,Fantasy,Outfits,Roleplay,Wings
October 25th, 2011 at 08:41pmRyan Darragh

Ray Bradbury has written rather famously over the years in books and story collections about things deliciously and delightfully macabre. Evocative titles like Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Halloween Tree and From the Dust Returned hint at the fantasies and wonders to be found in the pages that lie between the covers. Of all Bradbury’s strange and wonderful autumnal fantasy titles, perhaps none more so than The October Country seems somehow to speak directly to something deep inside, something visceral, something primal. Ray’s vision is of not just a time of year but an almost-actual place where everything is slightly askew, where the weird is not at all unusual, and where the Pumpkin King reigns supreme. In autumn, the leaves fall and rot gently into the soil, the green of summer grass long gone. In autumn, the air turns crisp and cold, and often smells of bonfires. In autumn, jack-o-lanterns gleam and spirits roam the earth. In autumn, we journey into the October country. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Songe – Ghost Natural” skin by Jahen Foxclaw (Mascarade). “Bernard” hair by Maddox DuPont (MADesigns). Milestone shoes and Astor glasses by Maris Kanto (Kalnins). Scale Nail Necklace (Onyx) by Yukirei Greene (Skill Normal). Bloody Bandaged Wings by Ivy Graves (Atomic). “Sinner” horns by Kya Eliot (Hexed).
Post Category: Jackets,Lapointe & Bastchild,New Items,Pants,Rain,Shirts
October 22nd, 2011 at 08:22amRyan Darragh

Note: This post is the second of two installments. If you haven’t already read part one, take a moment, click through and check it out now! (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy (Shapes): Yes | Review Copy (Skins): Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Belleza,Egoisme Haute Couture,Filthy,Noon Shapes,Shapes,Skins
October 8th, 2011 at 02:47pmRyan Darragh

Those of you who have been following along here for a while will surely know that for quite a long time I wore almost exclusively my own shape, for pretty much everything. What you may not know is that, while I’m still recognizable as that boy who emerged fresh from Orientation Island in July 2006, my shape has indeed changed over the years. I have the whole “History of Ryan” in my inventory, from Ryan 1.0 on up—I think the current version is 3.2b. All the changes have been relatively minor, some less so than others, and I haven’t made many changes at all in probably the last year or so. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy (Shapes): Yes | Review Copy (Skins): No | Friends List: No
Post Category: Noon Shapes,Shapes,Skins,Tableau Vivant,The Body Co.
October 1st, 2011 at 04:16pmRyan Darragh

It is not widely known that the Fae Airborne Legion played a critical role in several key victories during the Clockworks Campaign of 1864. In fact, the very existence of the Fae Airborne Legion is not widely known. This is doubtless due to the fae people’s resistance to fame and publicity. Written history (human, of course, as the fae keep no such tradition) is all but mum on the subject. Nonetheless, oral histories of fae and human alike document and retell tales of decisive victories, such as the one at Gorham Grange, that would surely have been routs but for the contributions of the FAL. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Paris - Charonne” skin by Theodore DuCasse (Zanzo). “Billy” shape by Kitty O'toole (Kittylicious). “Lysander” hairstyle by Calico Ingmann (Calico Ingmann Creations). “Ears Escape: Elf Edition” ears by Jazz Wikifoo (Wolves' Escape). Fallen Gold tattoos by Alia Baroque (Fallen Gods). Steampunk Badlands II boots by Thomus Keene (Steam Powered Nuts). Steamy Victorian – Gemsworth hat and Cameron Spectacless by Reghan Straaf (Hatpins). The Kraken necklace by Menno Ophelia (Kari).
Post Category: Accessories,Calico Ingmann Creations,Eyewear,Fantasy,Outfits,Pants,Period,Silent Sparrow,Steampunk,Vests,Wings,Wolves' Escape
September 17th, 2011 at 10:07amRyan Darragh

There’s been a lot of talk lately about mesh. If you’re watching the login screen while you’re waiting impatiently to rejoin your second life, you’ve probably seen the messages about places to go for mesh clothing and avatars, and of course there’s a lot of coverage on the Second Life blog. What is this mesh of which you speak? Go ahead, ask, you’re dying to—I can almost hear you already. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Julian" skin by Reila Karu (Reila). "Chase" shape by Alexx Usbourne (Shape It Up!). "YH-01" hair by Fuu Sohl (Zeus). "Burn" T-shirt by Traveller Bade (Dirty Hands). Punk Rock Allstar high-tops by 7ommy Gunes (Sentou Yousei/Battle Fairy). Rock-n-Rolla Heartbreak Belt by Naith Smit (NSD). Mr. Skully necklace and Mark Up & Style bag (as shown above, plus six other artwork textures) by Noam Sprocket (Gritty Kitty).
Post Category: Business,Casual,Dressy,Jackets,Pants,SF Design,Suits,Zoobong
September 11th, 2011 at 12:46amRyan Darragh

Trace Osterham of Theosophy has made a rack full of probably the best sculptied prim tied bowties lindens can buy. They’re called Disserth, and they attach to chest and can be easily moved up or down to fit any buttoned-collar shirt you wear. At L$100 for a three-pack, they won’t break the bank either. My suggestion is to spring for the fat pack: 27 bowties for L$450 is half price. NoTransfer. Takaraduka (165, 142, 32).

Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Mr. Oh: Johan SK skin by Tricky Boucher (Belleza). Black square diamond stud earring by Tommy Anton (Culture Fine Jewelry for Men). Brad hair in Ash Grey by Maddox DuPont (MADesigns). Charleston glasses by Sonatta Morales (Sonatta Morales). Jacket from Southern Comfort suit by Shai Delacroix (Shai). Off-white shirt by Dno Vale (Lucinima).
Post Category: Business,Dressy,Novelty,Period,Steampunk,Theosophy,Ties,Victorian
September 9th, 2011 at 02:20amMr. Oh

The place where the sea meets the shore is magical for him. In the hissing of waves receding across wet sand he hears the echo of teeming life. Tiny crabs skitter back and forth in the foamy surf, and tiny holes pop open in the sand where there are small mollusks living—and breathing!—just below the surface. The changing of the tide is the world breathing in and out, slowly but oh so surely. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Nicola” skin by Ramses Meredith (Egoisme). “Mitch” shape by Alexx Usbourne (Shape It Up!). “Gone” hair (with hat) by Sebastian Aries (SHAG) – Men’s Stuff 24 exclusive.
Post Category: Casual,Connors,Jewelry,Outfits,Pants,Sandals,Shirts,Shorts,Silvery K
September 2nd, 2011 at 09:26pmRyan Darragh

After relegating casual summer attire to the back seat in my last post, I thought it only fair to offer a reminder of how attractive casual can be. After all, we’re about to head into September, and in much of North America this last month of summer is about as hot as things get. After all, it’s not like shorts are going out of style. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Aidan” skin by Reila Karu (Reila). “”Dylan” shape by yoNutz Solo (yNtz shaPes). “Adam” hair by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). “Kill Your Boyfriend” tattoo by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). Cowry shell choker by Bethi Rexen (Diamond Dreams Jewelry).
Post Category: Casual,Eyewear,PHILO,Reek,Sandals,Shirts,Shorts
August 27th, 2011 at 06:19amRyan Darragh

You’ll find Sartoria’s mainstore on Cinnamon Island (156, 129, 29) .
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Mr. Oh: Johan SK skin by Tricky Boucher (Belleza). Proud Multitextured ring by lorenz Hax (LOAQ). Black square diamond stud earring by Tommy Anton (Culture Fine Jewelry for Men). Brad hair in Ash Grey by Maddox DuPont (MADesigns). "Arach" glasses with scripted frames and lenses by Nibb Tardis (primOptic).
Post Category: Business,Casual,Pants,Sartoria,Shirts,Shoes,Suits,Ties,Urban
August 25th, 2011 at 05:18amMr. Oh

I don’t do a lot of event announcements, but this one seemed worth mentioning, especially considering how much time I’m spending there myself this afternoon. The Men’s 24, hosted by KMADD, presents a wide range of some of the best designers for men in SL. In addition to new and already-available creations, you’ll also find a bunch of event exclusives, with only 100 at most being sold, and then they’re withdrawn forever. I’m posting this as I head off for my own second round of browsing and shopping, so you may see me there. If you do, say hi! Hit the link to TP directly: KMADD Events 141, 106, 28. But don’t mess around! The event only runs through the end of this week.
P.S. Sorry for no other post this weekend–I do have something in the works, but I didn’t quite get it put together yesterday. And, as you can see, today I’ve been distracted by something shiny.
Post Category: Announcements
August 21st, 2011 at 02:30pmRyan Darragh

Summer isn’t just about shorts, sandals and tees. I know, I know—it’s tempting, and it’s also how I dress pretty much every Saturday, all summer long. But there are still occasions and circumstances that call for something more. Do you have a job interview at which you must not fail to impress? An unexpected dinner invitation to the White House? What about that seemingly ill-advised September garden wedding? You’ll need something dressier. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Kamal” skin by Shiloh Jun (Shybooty). “Crow” shape by Fade Dana (CMFF). Intense Chocolate eyes by Portia Sin (Sin Skins). “Busta 2” hair by Shiloh Jun (Shybooty).
Post Category: Business,Culture Fine Jewelry for Men,Dressy,HOC Industries,Hats,Jackets,Jewelry,Pants,ROC For Men,Shirts,Shoes,Suits,Ties
August 13th, 2011 at 12:12pmRyan Darragh

Thrashin’.
Gleaming the Cube.
Lords of Dogtown.
You recognize them, of course you do, these classics that immortalize skate culture. For context, I could also mention The Endless Summer, given skate culture’s arguable origins in and ties to surf culture. (Just be glad I didn’t mention Solarbabies or Prayer of the Rollerboys. You think I’m joking, but I’m not.) Each of these pillars of cinematic excellence puts its own spin on skater style, acknowledging the influences drawn from punk, surf and beach-city fashions. One could learn a great deal from how Josh Brolin, Christian Slater and Emile Hirsch outfit themselves.
(more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: “Fox” skin by thebodyco Resident (the body co.). “Sean” shape by Alair Cortes (Pocket Mirrors). “Army of Me” hair by Sebastian Aries (SHAG). Holier Than Thou necklace (Heavy Metal collection) by Posy Trudeau (Civvies).
Post Category: 22769,Accessories,Casual,Demon Kitties,Hoodies,Shirts,Shoes,Shorts,Urban
August 6th, 2011 at 07:53amRyan Darragh
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