Archive for July, 2007
When I first saw the new rock-star gear from designer Arbel Vogel of Winter Moon, I thought, “Oh, I know who would love this stuff.” And then I thought, “Wait a minute…I know who should model this for me!” Fortunately my powers of persuasion are not insignificant and my friend Tekkie Figtree agreed to pose for me. I was lucky enough to catch him at a gig as well (he’s a member of the SL band MudSlinger), so you can see both him and the gear in action, not just all pretty in the studio. Arbel’s “Rawk On” sets include jacket-layer top and leather pants with appropriately satanic metal-studded belt. The open jacket is enhanced by a stand-up prim collar, prim rolled cuffs on the sleeves, and flexiprim jacket bottom. The pants are taken to the next level by sculpted-prim cuffs complete with padlock-and-chain accents and not-so-subtle bling. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Tekkie: Nora Male BodySkin - Caramel by Sezmra Svarog (discontinued). "Mess" hair by BabyBoo Glitterbuck (Here Comes Trouble). Metallic Black Boots by PaulFive Zymurgy (Dazed and Confused). Flexi Rockstar Bandana by Jordz Antler (Antler Rock Gear). Platinum ID Bracelet and Black Gold Ring by RICX Curie (RICX's Fine Jewelry). Red Shredder guitar by Ortho Vargas (OD Designs). Microphone by Ameshin Yossari (default SL Library, "Cybergoth Male").
Post Category: Fantasy, New Items, Novelty, Outfits, Winter Moon
July 31st, 2007 at 09:26pmRyan Darragh
New from designer Dominik Bauer of GuRL 6 is this men’s hair style, called “Ego.” This is the kind of ‘do I simply couldn’t maintain myself in RL–highly styled, carefully controlled. I suspect it would require the use of a great deal of Product, styling skills and/or patience I simply don’t possess, even possibly the foundation of better hair than, sadly, I actually have. This, of course, is one of the many reasons we love Second Life.
I love the no-nonsense, strongly upswept hair in front, the strategically chosen strands that “inadvertently” escape (you didn’t really think that was accidental, did you?) and the subtle rooster tail that suggests that the stylist’s control isn’t quite complete, after all. And in the morning I don’t have to figure out how to recreate my stylist’s elusive magic. 
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Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Cancer Off" tee by Jesseaitui Petion (Relay For Life limited edition). Classic Jeans - Medium Wash by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui).
Post Category: Casual, Dressy, GuRL 6, Hair, New Items
July 30th, 2007 at 07:26pmRyan Darragh
One of my favorite things that happens in SL (not often, but once in a while) is when a designer I’ve never heard of IMs me out of the blue and says, “Hey, I don’t know if you’re familiar with my work, but here’s what I do, won’t you take a look?” To me, this is an opportunity for discovery that feels a lot more personal and serendipitous than browsing through the New Releases forum for promising announcements…although I do that, too! So when an IM popped up from Raindrop Drinkwater a while back, I was happy to take a break from sorting my inventory (ugh) and chat for a bit. We had a delightful conversation touching on her design work, her shop A2Nz (Alsace to New Zealand), which she runs with Abyssia Otoro, and I don’t know how many other topics, and I’m pleased to share a few of her newer designs with you. The ensemble you see here, called “Elsasser: Hansi”, is an Alsacian formal suit, traditionally worn for significant events such as weddings and balls. It includes a white dress shirt, black trousers, jacket-layer red vest (both alone and with the jacket, as shown here), prim tie with collar (one to wear with the jacket, one to wear with the shirt alone), and a sculpted hat. Raindrop mentioned that she had paid special attention to the shading of the jacket and of the trousers, and the effort really does show. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Gabriel" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Killer Sushi" tank by Posy Trudeau (Miau Haus). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: A2NZ, Casual, Formal, Hats, New Items, Suits
July 27th, 2007 at 09:28pmRyan Darragh
This Saturday, July 28, marks the conclusion of SL Relay For Life 2007! The final event will be a round-the-clock walkathon held on specially designated areas of the grid, designed and built up by RFL teams from all over. You are invited to visit the Relay sims this weekend to show your support for those who are living with cancer as well as those who are working toward a cure. A variety of events are scheduled, from the opening ceremony at 2pm SLT on Saturday, to themed laps around the Relay track throughout the day and night, to fireworks displays across 32 sims, to the formal closing ceremony. The Shopaholics team’s Gypsy carnival-themed build is at RelayForLife28 80, 81, 25, so click to TP directly and look around for the big tent! In the Credit Where Credit Is Due Department, the beautiful build is by the fabulous CJ Carnot. Others I’ve seen at work are Shai Delacroix, Grazia Horwitz, Nicky Ree and Tigerlily Koi–troublemakers, every one of them. I hope I haven’t left anyone out! 
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Post Category: Casa Del Shai, Dressy, Events, New Items, Nicky Ree, Suits
July 27th, 2007 at 01:34pmRyan Darragh
If you haven’t yet visited designer Posy Trudeau’s airship-themed shopping collaboration, Plunder, you’re missing out. Suspended high above Second Life by lighter-than-air ships, Plunder is an oasis of wood and metal, shopping and relaxation. In addition to Posy’s own shop Civvies, Zabitan Assia’s FORM, Dragontat Zagato’s Desert Moon Clothiers and others, you’ll find the Cloudbuster Cantina, where you can take a break and quench your thirst. When Posy was telling me about her new steampunk designs, she mentioned that she had discovered steampunk while researching airship designs for the Plunder build. Fascinated and creatively challenged, she’s taken that discovery and with it run headlong into that rich alternate Victorian era to create her new collection of steampunk gear: the Steampunk Coat, Steampunk Hat and Steampunk Boots you see me wearing here. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Mess It Up" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). Distressed Brown Jeans by Dolce Blackflag/Nephilaine Protagonist (PixelMen). Magnifocal Bifocals by Disembodied Hand (Steam Powered Industries).
Post Category: Boots, Civvies, Coats, Fantasy, Hats, New Items, Outfits, Period, Steampunk
July 26th, 2007 at 11:55pmRyan Darragh
I’ve browsed at the BareRose Tokyo shop before, but must confess this is the first time I’ve taken something home. These new Daruma Tanks by designer June Dion caught my eye, though, and I was really curious about how the whole outfit would go together for me, so I grabbed them and ran. I was also curious about the name “Daruma,” so I did a little research (Google is my friend). Daruma is the Japanese name for Bodhidharma, the founder and first patriarch of Zen. A tradition still observed today is that of Daruma dolls, also known as dharma dolls. These are round, hollow Japanese wish dolls with no arms or legs, modeled after Bodhidharma, who is said to have lost the use of his arms and legs after meditating, seated in a cave, for nine years. The Daruma has come to be symbolic of optimism, persistence, and strong determination. A Daruma doll is traditionally given to someone starting a new venture, celebrating a birthday, or at the beginning of a New Year. At the start of an endeavor, one of the doll’s empty eyes is painted in with black and a wish is made for good luck. The other eye is painted when the goal is reached. Hey, I bet you weren’t expecting a cultural history lesson today! (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). Henkei 07 tattoo by Zabitan Assia (FORM). Black Worn-In Workboot by Posy Trudeau (Civvies). Death God special edition necklace by Keishii Roo (Goth1c0). Stone of Heaven ring by Yukirei Greene.
Post Category: BareRose Tokyo, Casual, Grunge, New Items, Outfits, Pants, Shirts
July 25th, 2007 at 06:53pmRyan Darragh
This review is long, almost shamefully overdue. In my own defense, I can only offer that I came across this beautiful suit by designer Rebel Hope shortly after covering some similar items a while back, and I try to keep some level of variety in my posts. I don’t want to hit you with too much of a good thing or get stuck in a rut. Sadly, this sometimes means that coverage of great designs can be delayed. But let us move on and dwell on the past in another way.
Inspired by the myth and romance of Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel, the dreamer and vision behind the Flamingo Hotel and Casino and arguably the founding father of Las Vegas, Rebel has created the Bugsy Suit, an ode to men’s fashion of the 1940s. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). Black Oxfords by Eponymous Trenchmouth (Jeepers Creepers).
Post Category: Dressy, New Items, Period, Rebel Hope Designs, Suits
July 24th, 2007 at 10:43pmRyan Darragh
From a sartorial point of view, I have always been drawn to the prototypically Edwardian. The thick tweeds in nearly organic grays and olives, rich woody wingtips below gray flannel, waistcoats of subtle plaids, cravats made from slabs of silk folded seven times as if as an afterthought. But there cannot be denied the pomp and promenade of the previous generation - the Victorians knew a bit about dressing for one’s station. The streets of Caledon brim with toppers and capes, silver-tipped walking sticks, and uniforms of such daunting variety and dash as to make any martial engagement a riot of color.
Mako Magellan, whose previous work has been lauded amongst his customers and intimates, has come out with a selection of new suits (L$200), each color (blue and gray pinstripes, brown, mustard and gray) available in both single and double breasted. While much of Magellan’s work is archetypically caledonian, his latest offerings straddle the line between the Italianate style of present-day businesswear and the Victorian costume. Demand drove these latest designs, said Magellan: “The impetus was simple - so many people, men and women, asked me for them,” Magellan explained. “They are more contemporary than previous things I’ve done, but I try to make what I get asked for.”
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Disclosure: Seen In World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Secundus: GAVIN-bald shaved skin by Melvin Demain (Mirror Image). Rayon glasses 1.12 by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). With grey pinstripe: White dress shirt with gray tie by Zen Deledda (ZEN). Qshoe wingtips in black on black patent leather by Qeux Serge (Mystique Designs). With mustard two-button: Dress shirt in Biz Blue with Mauve tie by Blaze Ballinger (Blaze*). Croco-leather brown shoes by Emilia Redgrave (REDGRAVE).
Post Category: Business, Mako Magellan, New Items, Suits
July 18th, 2007 at 11:34pmSecundus Jacobus
No. A hole would be something. This was Nothing. And it got bigger, and bigger…
–The Neverending Story
The menace of the all-destroying Nothing imbues the new trenchcoat by Beckenbauer Productions. Worn sleek and dark, or bulky and ominous, it’s a coat worthy of Sephiroth, Vampire Hunter D or Roland the Gunslinger. Because I am nowhere near as cool as any of those people (and because any attempt of mine to be menacing is met with giggles and pats on the head), I asked Makhai Hammerer to model the coat for us, and he graciously (if forebodingly) assented. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Makhai: CMFF Photoskin Ultra: Crow by Chip Midnight. Lando Dreadlocks by Skyshop YMNY HOC. Chronicles pants and gloves by DoC Eldritch. Goth Rocker boots by Feri Beckenbauer.
Post Category: Beckenbauer Productions, Coats, Dressy, Goth, Grunge, New Items
July 18th, 2007 at 07:11pmAidan Recreant
You’re supposed to reply, “How lazy is he?”
That’s right, I’m off on vacation again. Don’t worry, it’s for just a few days this time, from July 18 through July 23. I’ll be back so soon, you’ll barely notice I’m gone. In the meantime, look for a review on Wednesday from Secundus, and I know that Aidan’s got something in the works too.
Post Category: Announcements
July 18th, 2007 at 02:21amRyan Darragh
Jesseaitui Petion has been designing hair for some time, and I can now confess that I was more than a little jealous of all the guys I saw wearing his great casual styles. This is because at first…there was no red. All the styles were black. I tried on the demos and sulked. I hinted once (okay, maybe it wasn’t so subtle, but I swear it was only the one time) that I’d be the first in line if he added reds to his line.
Now, among the other colors, there is red. I’m not taking credit, just making an observation.
I’m covering here just a few of his extensive and growing line of hairstyles (coincidentally, these are the ones I personally liked best for myself): “Convincing”, “Last Flight”, “Sway”, and “Wayward.” (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). V Collar Shirts and Rugby Jeans by Dragontat Zagato (Desert Moon Clothiers).
Post Category: Aitui, Casual, Hair, New Items
July 17th, 2007 at 10:32pmRyan Darragh
You may remember designer Mhaijik Guillaume’s Gecko Collection of men’s jewelry from some time back. (If not, now is a fine time to take a look.) Mhaijik’s new “Leezard” designs feature shiny precious metals, polished natural stones, and stylized metalwork designs that may at first seem abstract, but closer inspection reveals the essential reptile. The all-prim Leezard is based on a RL sketch by Mhaijik. The pieces shown here make use of warm gold and rich amber; also available in silver with blue apatite beads. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Mason" hair by Garbage Prototype (Random). Falconeer Tank by Dragontat Zagato (Desert Moon Clothiers). Rugged Shorts by Chloris Hathor (Indigo).
Post Category: Casual, Jewelry, Mhaijik Things, New Items
July 16th, 2007 at 06:17pmRyan Darragh
In celebration of Bastille Day (which I know that you all know already is July 14), Pushbutton Skolnick has created the oh so chic, really quite stylish, très French shirt you see here. As the poster in her shop says, “Le ZOMG! Le FREE!” Yup, it’s a freebie. Push, comment tu es folle!
The shirt is provided in styles for both les hommes and les femmes in the pack–very convenient, n’est-ce pas? The fabric is nicely textured with no less care than Push puts into the clothing she doesn’t give away for nothing. You can wear it tucked or untucked with abandon as undershirt, shirt and jacket layers are thoughtfully provided, plus an underwear-layer extension for low-rise pants. And it’s got the Eiffel Tower on the front, so what more could you want?
Don’t just grab the freebie and run away!–the shop is full of items that could only have come from the mind of Pushbutton Skolnick. You’re bound to find something you never knew you needed, but now that you’ve seen it you know you can’t live without it. That’s the thing you should buy.
Available until Sunday, July 15 (no guarantees after that) at Pushbutton Industries (Envy 174, 115, 22).
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "HeartBreaker" hair by Bailey Mackenzie (HCT). Rugged Shorts by Chloris Hathor (Indigo).
Post Category: Casual, Freebies, New Items, Pushbutton Industries, Shirts
July 12th, 2007 at 11:28pmRyan Darragh
Before the age of homogenization and micro-machinery, before the tyrannous efficiency of internal combustion and the domestication of electricity, lived beautiful, monstrous machines that lived and breathed and exploded unexpectedly at inconvenient moments. It was a time where art and craft were united, where unique wonders were invented and forgotten, and punks roamed the streets, living in squats and fighting against despotic governance through wit, will and wile. — Quoted from: Steampunk Magazine
I will admit that I don’t know much about Steampunk culture. I had never even heard of it before coming to Second Life. But then again, I’d never heard of Pony Girls, Furries, Gor and a host of other cultures and sub-cultures. SL can be such an educational and culturally enriching experience.
My days of living in partial ignorance of this particular community ended when Disembodied Hand introduced me to his Jump Boots (750L) - footwear scultpted from rusted out parts salvaged from a scrap yard. Dis gave me a lesson in cultural dynamics. “Well, there are two major factions of Steampunk, actually. The ‘true’ Steampunk which is 1940’s-ranged classical machinery Steampunk. Literal meaning there. Back when there really was just the steam engine to work off for mechanics. The flip side there is more what we do: the Post-apoc Steampunk. Basically, imagine culture as it is now failing and electricity takes it in the ass ’cause someone wakes up some day and goes ‘F**K IT, let’s make it rain nuclear winter on this piece,’ and we have to resort to old technology again - blacksmithing, steam engines etc.” (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Catero: Skin, Antonio Pale - Stubble (Funk Schnook / FNKY!); Pants, Camo Cargo Pants (Penny Patton / Happy Biouvac); Jacket, Steampunk Long Coat in brown (Posy Trudeau / [CIVVIES] Wearables); Hat, Steampunk Top Hat (Posy Trudeau / [CIVVIES] Wearables); Belt, Caution Tape Belt (Jemca Arizona / [The Syndicate]); Bracers, Splinter Bracers (Vas Legend / Angry Monkey); Eye wear, Goggles from Zombie Dreads Hair (Noam Sprocket / Gritty Kitty); Cigarette, Lucky Sticks - Slim & Mild (Sakura's Smoke Shop /sakura Jannings ); Scratches, Stitches and Wounds (Kψoot Army / Saeya Nyanda)
Post Category: Boots, Fantasy, Grunge, New Items, Steam Powered Industries, Steampunk
July 12th, 2007 at 06:30pmCatero Revolution
It’s not every day you see something you’ve never seen before, but designer Dan Senyurt has come up with something new under the sun. His new collection of casual and dressy men’s shirts is great in its own right, featuring attractive designs and beautiful fabric textures. But Dan, frustrated by a problem he saw that seemed to have no solution, decided to solve it himself. More on that in a moment–first take a look at this Velvet Shirt, shown in Kirsch Red. The fabric texture is shiny, rich and smooth, with just a few drapes and folds to suggest the flow of cloth over skin. These shirts come in 13 colors: Empire Violet, Soda Blue, Chocolate, Petrol Blue, Kirsch Red, Coriander, Ironstone, Licorice, Coffeebean, Cobalt, Aubergine, Teal, and Bottle Green. They can be worn tucked or untucked, open or closed (shown here closed and tucked). (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin and 030b Jeans by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). Rugged Shorts by Chloris Hathor (Indigo).
Post Category: Casual, Dan Senyurt, Designer Reviews, Dressy, New Items, Shirts
July 11th, 2007 at 11:18pmRyan Darragh
I recently came across designer Yukirei Greene’s line of high-quality, high-prim jewelry and accessories and, um, went kind of crazy in her shop. Yukirei has an extensive and growing collection of pieces for both men and women. I’m featuring here just a few pieces that I couldn’t leave without buying for myself. Here you see the Claw Necklace (L$180), an elaborate construction of leather-wrapped cord and fine silver chain. A gleaming ebony claw is suspended from the chain by a delicate filigree cap. The shiny leather cord has an unusual double-loop construction that’s bound to catch a few eyes, and the claw element couldn’t be further from the Seventies versions it should by all rights resemble. You know the ones I’m talking about. Your uncle probably wore one. Mine did. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin, Bishamonten Beater, 030b Jeans and Henkei 07 tattoo by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi).
Post Category: Accessories, Designer Reviews, Dressy, Fantasy, Goth, Grunge, Jewelry, New Items, Yukirei Greene
July 10th, 2007 at 07:22pmRyan Darragh
If you’ve been reading for a while, you may remember that Krius Misfit created one of my favorite coats, from relatively early in my SL life and to this day, the Nomad Trencher. Now he’s gone and done it again, with not one but two recent additions to his collection of gritty outerwear. Inspired by characters from “Heroes” and their attire, Krius’ new Sylar “BoogeyMan” and Peter “5 Years Gone” coats aren’t just an “as seen on TV” gimmick–these are serious, sophisticated designs, not to be missed. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin (pale, eyeliner) by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Drift" hair by Jessaitui Petion (Aitui). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Casual, Coats, Grunge, New Items, SiniStyle Design
July 9th, 2007 at 07:21pmRyan Darragh
If Emilia Redgrave’s latest designs are any indication, the long-lamented drought of well-rendered photographically textured menswear may be coming to an end. Redgrave’s latest offerings stand out for their realism, attention to detail and sense of casual sophistication – neither too formal, nor the too-casual preponderance of quickly-made t-shirts that clot torsos throughout SL. Three of Emilia’s designs offer a good cross-section of her selection of work. With the Vest with Shirt *Honey, the playful pink pinstripes of the shirt are offset by the workmanlike sleeves rolled to the elbow. The light khaki sweater vest, with its summertime weight, evinces a maturity often difficult to find. But it is in the detail work – the rigid collars, the perfectly untucked front fits, the drape lines on the front of the sweater and at the cuff and tricep on the shirt – that set this particular item an order of magnitude over similar styles. Emilia’s secret? Patience. “I need several hours for one texture, until the results are absolutely perfect,” Emilia explained. “At minimum, I need four to five hours to finish. The longest I’ve worked was on a leather jacket – two days and eight hours.”
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Disclosure: Seen In World: No | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Secundus: Mirror Image Gavin skin, bald/shaved; Made Men All Grown Up jeans, loose; E. Spengler’s Footwear, Tobacco with buckles 2.0; primOptic Eyewear, primOptic Rayon glasses 1.12; CE Fedora, white.
Post Category: Casual, Designer Reviews, Jackets, New Items, Redgrave, Sweaters
July 8th, 2007 at 11:42amSecundus Jacobus
Join with me in welcoming new Men’s Second Style contributor Secundus Jacobus. His RL taste in clothes runs to suits and business wear, and SL is no exception. I expect we’ll be seeing coverage from him these areas, along with upscale casual wear and anywhere else fine texturing can be found. His first post is in the final stages of preparation and should be up shortly.
Secundus operates (with business partner MollyC McMillan) TVG-SL, an in-world strategic communications firm located in Barres. In RL, Secundus is a communications executive in St. Louis, where he also exhibits poor impulse control when it come to neckties.
Welcome, Secundus!
Post Category: Announcements
July 8th, 2007 at 02:17amRyan Darragh
Now these are some serious roach-stompers. Zabitan Assia’s new “Buckler Shoes” are not for the faint of heart, the weary of soul, or the squeamish of bugs. They are for the guy looking to do some heavy-duty ass-kicking…in style. There’s no reason the ladies can’t wear these, too–they’re moddable for size, although I left mine nice and big. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin, Kaidan Tee, 030b Jeans and Henkei 07 tattoo by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi).
Post Category: Casual, FORM, Grunge, New Items, Shoes
July 7th, 2007 at 04:13pmRyan Darragh
I first came across Tami McCoy’s hair designs at this year’s Hair Fair and went crazy over her effortlessly casual styles, her realistically detailed hair textures, and her beautiful color selection. Just out at her shop is the new style you see here, called “Careless.” While this style may demonstrate the carefree nature of its name, its design and construction are anything but. The apparently uncombed strands reflect the care a professional stylist would put into creating the same illusion of random, accidental perfection–Tami is meticulous so you don’t have to be. When you see Orlando Bloom or Johnny Depp walking down the red carpet with perfectly mussed hair, you may think it’s genetics, but no–it’s actually the result of a $400, two-hour visit with the hot Beverly Hills stylist du jour. Fortunately for you, though, you can make Tami your own personal stylist without breaking the bank! (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Poco" shirt by Shai Delacroix (Casa Del Shai). Black and Blue Block Cord Bracelet by Mhaijik Guillaume (Mhaijik Things).
Post Category: Casual, Hair, New Items, Tami McCoy
July 5th, 2007 at 06:20pmRyan Darragh
Caliah Lyon of Muse, longtime designer of intricately constructed prim jewelry for women, makes her first foray into designs for men with her new “Kaimana Sea and Shore” collection. Inspired by Indonesian and Balinese handcrafted beach jewelry, these pieces combine naturally beautiful materials such as wood, fiber, pearls, mother-of-pearl, shells, and semi-precious stones. The result is a collection of elaborately wrought but simply styled necklaces and bracelets with a casual, relaxed vibe. They’re perfect for the long, shimmering days and warm, relaxing evenings of summer. Originally conceived as natural beach jewelry, these designs are offered in your choice of Ivory or Tan cording and three bead hue options: Amber, Bone and Fern. Here you see the necklace and bracelet with Tan cord and Amber beads. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). Neko ears by Zoe Llewelyn (Jungle Voodoo). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). Glow Tank by Shelly Toonie (Moonshine). Rugged Shorts by Chloris Hathor (Indigo).
Post Category: Casual, Jewelry, Muse, New Items
July 4th, 2007 at 12:41pmRyan Darragh
If you’re looking for the perfect casual attire for your Independence Day celebration in the U.S., Posy Trudeau has got you hooked up. Her new Independence Day tank features none-too-clean fabric textures (hey, it’s gonna be hot, you’re bound to get kinda sweaty, everyone will understand) and a simple Stars and Stripes graphic on the chest. The tank is provided on the jacket, shirt and undershirt layers (with an underwear-layer extension for low-rise pants or shorts) for tucked or untucked wear and ease of layering with other shirts and jackets.
Did I mention that Posy’s giving this one away? Yup, it’s a freebie, so grab ‘em before she changes her mind! Pick yours up exclusively at the Civvies location at Plunder (Maggiore 127, 128, 601).
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: Nora Male Bodyskin by Sezmra Svarog (no longer available). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). Rugged Shorts by Chloris Hathor (Indigo).
Post Category: Casual, Civvies, Freebies, New Items, Shirts
July 3rd, 2007 at 04:10pmRyan Darragh
Previous Posts
When I first saw the new rock-star gear from designer Arbel Vogel of Winter Moon, I thought, “Oh, I know who would love this stuff.” And then I thought, “Wait a minute…I know who should model this for me!” Fortunately my powers of persuasion are not insignificant and my friend Tekkie Figtree agreed to pose for me. I was lucky enough to catch him at a gig as well (he’s a member of the SL band MudSlinger), so you can see both him and the gear in action, not just all pretty in the studio. Arbel’s “Rawk On” sets include jacket-layer top and leather pants with appropriately satanic metal-studded belt. The open jacket is enhanced by a stand-up prim collar, prim rolled cuffs on the sleeves, and flexiprim jacket bottom. The pants are taken to the next level by sculpted-prim cuffs complete with padlock-and-chain accents and not-so-subtle bling. (more…)
