Archive for March, 2008
I rarely feel the need to look traditionally professional in SL. You may have noticed that I keep an inworld office, although not, um, actual office hours. It’s rather casually appointed–there’s no desk, although there is a little-used conference table– and I pretty much use it just for meetings and the occasional interview. There are times, though, when a man needs to look like he means business, literally, and in those circumstances it’s entirely possible that no amount of themed gear will do. While a jacket may be optional in today’s “business casual” environments (I can hear Secundus cringing from here), a quality dress shirt is essential. Pompo Bombacci’s new “Faze” dress shirts come in four office-appropriate colors: Cream, Light Blue, Green and Purple. The fabric texture strikes a nice balance between freshly ironed and comfortably well worn. If not done carefully, the former can feel too “crispy” for my taste, while the later can look like you slept in the shirt, in your car…in the office parking lot. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes (Pompo)
Notes: On Sean: "Dante" skin by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). Flaunt Jeans and Suede Cords by Shai Delacroix (Casa Del Shai). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Faris" hair by Aemilia Case (Philotic Energy). mETRO pants and SLAB Shades for men by Pompo Bombacci (SLAB). "Rectech" glasses by Cienna Rand (Primcrafters).
Post Category: Business, Coats, Dressy, Moonshine, New Items, SLAB Designs, Shirts, Ties
March 31st, 2008 at 06:47pmRyan Darragh
Men’s liberation time! The extremely talented aoimizuno Meili of LPP (le petit prince) created these wonderful Art Deco / Valve-Tech attachments with women in mind. In fact, they’re just a small part of a collection called ‘Digital Doll.’ But most of the items in the series aren’t really gender-specific and they are gorgeous.
There are several pieces to talk about in the first photo (as usual, be sure to click on it to enlarge). Let’s start with the Art Deco Headset (180L$). I don’t want to know how many prims are in there; I probably can’t count that high. The detail is amazing, but it’s the overall feel of smooth clean parallel precision that will win you over. The headphones attach to your ear, so your nose is free for your glasses. The glasses I’m wearing look like part of the set, but in fact they’re my trusty old primOptic Arctics, with the colour scripting utilized to match the LPP stuff (set frame colour 1 to ’sienna’ and frame colour 2 to ‘dark grey’ if you’re following along at home). (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Mr. Oh: Nora Entice - Hunter Almond by Sezmra Svarog (Nora BodySkins & Fashion). "Jared" hair in faded black by Elikapeka Tiramisu (ETD). "Arctic" glasses with scripted frames and lenses by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Crossroads in Blue by Raven Pennyfeather (RFyre).
Post Category: Accessories, Casual, LPP, Neko, Novelty, Period
March 30th, 2008 at 01:25pmMr. Oh
“Sweeney Todd meets Artful Dodger meets Vogue. You can wear this Whenever.” So says the notecard included with Raven Pennyfeather’s new extravagant ensemble for men, called “Timeless.” Raven has a veritable gift for creating elaborate themed clothing designs that blur the lines of era, style and gender, so I’m inclined to take her at her word on this.
Part Carpathian warlord, part vintage dandy, part bondage master, “Timeless” is not simply appropriate but de rigeur for any number of pastimes, from arguably innocent to highly questionable. As you put it on, and then begin to take layers back off, your racing mind will no doubt envision multitudinous scenarios in which to explore all it has to offer. It is the perfect expression for your more decadent, lustier side. Come, fall into that pool of hedonism with me. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes (RFyre) | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Androgyne" skin by Toshiya Okawa (eXceSs). "Danny" hair by Truth Hawks (TRUTH). Eye of God Nebuleyes by Aine Auer. "Oslo" shoes by Eponymous Trenchmouth (JCS Shoes).
Post Category: Costumes, Fantasy, First Flower, Goth, Hats, New Items, Outfits, RFyre
March 29th, 2008 at 11:01amRyan Darragh
Hmm.. I’m short. I’m skinny. I’ve got red hair. And I’m wearing a long coat. I’m Ryan!
In fact, it was Ryan who pointed me this plain black frock-coat from Gaslights Emporium. The outfit, sans hat, is available near the entrance to the store, along with both a free male and female skin. The ensemble, like most sets from the Gaslights Emporium, is very flexible, with the top part separated into a shirt, vest, and coat on the undershirt, shirt, and jacket layers. The ribbon tie is a prim accessory and the bottom of the coat is a prim skirt. The textures are somewhat dark (it is a black coat after all), but they’re not flat black. My only complaint is that the bottom of the jacket feels rather short. I had picked up one of the skins and originally planned to wear it, but decided against it after wearing the coat and seeing how short it was. Since the piece consists of multiple prims, its a bit harder to scale to size so I decided to go for a smaller shaped avatar. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "M67 (black)" shoes by Damen Gorilla (Adam n Eve).
Post Category: AOHARU, About, Avatars, Coats, Freebies, Gaslights Emporium, Hair, Period
March 28th, 2008 at 12:02pmExpress Zenovka
One of the things I enjoy most about SL, and this opportunity to share some of the stuff I find there, is hearing about (or from) new or unfamiliar designers and trying on their creations for the first time. Whether they’re just getting started, or taking their design work in a new direction, there’s something actually kind of exciting about it. Namida Akami has just two items out at her new shop MUWU, but they’re her first two designs for men, and they’re fascinatingly different from each other in approach, style and execution. “The English Boy” (L$90) is a classic ensemble: navy blazer over sweater vest over white oxford shirt. It’s eminently sober and respectable, just the thing for a full day of classes or an afternoon of quiet study at the library. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Androgyne" skin by Toshiya Okawa (eXceSs). "Deviance" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Brooklyn" jeans by Chloris Hathor (Indigo). Akeyo Chucks high-tops by Akemi Yoshikawa (Akeyo). "Dexter" glasses by Zabitan Assia (FORM).
Post Category: Casual, Jackets, New Items, Outfits, Pants, Shirts, Vests
March 27th, 2008 at 03:58pmRyan Darragh
Phew.. Easter is over. Should be good till the next giant holiday.. is it Mother’s Day? Anyway, back to business as normal.. or business I forgot about because I was too busy egg hunting.
Adam n Eve recently opened a new boutique a Genesis for a line of high class fancy clothes. In order to celebrate the opening, sachi Vixen decided to put up two freebies — a polka dot dress for the ladies and polka dot shirt for the guys. Now when I saw the shirt the first thing that came to mind was disco. Unfortunately, I’m a bit too young to remember disco, so I decided to inspire myself with the closest thing I do know to ridiculous dancing and outfits — A Night at the Roxbury. More specifically, my speakers were thumping Haddaway for a half hour as I put this outfit together. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Express:"Dante tone 1" skin by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve) from Skin Fair 2008. "wild_short" hair by DMAT Allen (mod's hair Paris). dark purple eyes available from Freebie Eyes Package (House of Zen).
Post Category: Adam n Eve, Freebies, GNUbie Store, Inca Temple, Jewelry, Novelty, Pants, Savvy Avvy, Shirts, Shoes
March 27th, 2008 at 09:33amExpress Zenovka
After a tip from Immortal Wingtips, I took a trip over to Filigreemotion.. In short there are now less than 4 hours left in the hunt and it has both hair AND shoes for guys. And its only 15 eggs — should really only take an hour at longest.
In the picture we’ve got:
- Lip Piercing Steve — egg #2
- Co-Sneakers male (Plaid Red) — egg #4
- Torture Me! Set for men — egg #6
- Chris hair (brown) — egg #13
- Bluegray eyes — egg #15
Other items include the Spaghetti Collar for me in egg #9 (shown in both of the next two hair pictures), Low Shoes “Sirius” (Choco) in egg #10, Aaron Hair (Black&White pack) in egg #11, and Billie (Favorites color pack) in egg #14.
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express:"Male Caucasion Skin" by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve)
Post Category: Accessories, Events, Filigreemotion, Freebies, Hair, Shoes
March 25th, 2008 at 07:17pmExpress Zenovka
I was pleased the other day to find some new newness for the guys at JetDoll. In fact, I was actually delighted to see what Kity Pidgeon had come up with this time. Kitty’s new men’s shirts bring together three venerable traditions: bowling shirts, safari-inspired animal prints, and pin-up girls. Is this a perfect storm of design elements? Three great tastes that taste great together? Are they so cool they’re hot? So hot they’re cool? You’ll have to judge for yourself, but I think it may just be a little bit of all of the above. Two different styles are available, called Zebra and Leopard for the animal prints used on collar and cuffs. The shirt fabric is deep black in color, but the shading includes subtle highlights that suggest actual contour, definition and sheen without simply making the black lighter and thus…not black. The matching black buttons have a little bit of glossy shine–realistically noticeable but not at all distracting. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "James" hair by Truth Hawks (TRUTH). Bobby Pants by Antonia Marat (Artillleri).
Post Category: Casual, JetDoll, New Items, Period, Shirts
March 25th, 2008 at 03:04pmRyan Darragh
To sum this post up in a few words, the Retrology Hunt was very awesome. Mad props go to Jhuzen Ketsugo for setting it up AND for putting out so many male gifts. For those of you who haven’t visited, the hunt ends today so hurry yourselves over there. The eggs are small and not the easiest to find, but they’re totally worth the effort. And yes, I know I’m lame because I took so long telling y’all about it, and I am sorry about that.
To the right is one of the gifts from Thimbles Emporium, the E Street Hoodie in Bobby Blue Green. Thimbles offered (I believe) a single male egg, or at least I only found one. My hint is to look up :P. The egg also had a Jim Jones cardigan sweater in cranberry Kool-aid and a “das Plaidinator” flannel shirt. Besides having quirky and fun names these items are quite well done, featuring impressive texture work for their modest price (75L normally). (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express:"Dante tone 4" skin by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve) from Skin Fair 2008. "Vivant Chestnut Newbie" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur) from GNUbie. Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden. "Scalped" hair from Noam Sprocket (Gritty Kitty) available at GNUbie.
Post Category: 1-800-BETTIE'S, Amplify, Casual, Events, Freebies, Hang the DJ, Outfits, Period, Shirts, Sweaters, Thimbles Emporium
March 25th, 2008 at 02:53pmExpress Zenovka
There are a ton of Easter Hunts going on. Next time, please just make one huge one that’s like 500 eggs and a week long — this was a serious of case too much to do and too little time. Anyway, I did manage to check out the so-called Grid Wide Egg Hunt and as far as I can tell after 28 eggs there were only two male-specific offerings. Sure, there were some poses and some furniture but most of it was for the ladies.
While I’d normally not complain, I’d have to say that’s not cool at all. Throw us a bone here.. even some crappy “I’m doing this hunt so my girlfriend won’t kill me” tshirt will do (though if I get 50 of these next hunt I’ll be sad too). I understand these are free and they’re gifts so we shouldn’t complain, but only 2 out of about 25 places acknowledge that men exist? (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express:"Dante tone 4" skin by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve) from Skin Fair 2008. Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden. "wild_short" hair by DMAT Allen (mod's hair Paris)."Classic Jeans - Blue Wash" by Nicole David (Elephant Outfitters).
Post Category: Amplify, Casual, Emery, Events, Freebies, Shirts
March 24th, 2008 at 10:01amExpress Zenovka
Two questions for you: (1) Do you love sword & sorcery role-playing in Second Life? (2) Do you collect memorabilia from the Lord of the Rings films?
OK, yeah, me neither.
So why am I standing here in front of a map of ‘Middle Earth’ wearing clothes with names that are spelled a little like Welsh railway stations? If you have to ask, you clearly haven’t clicked the photos to enlarge them. These are beautiful beautiful clothes, detailed and rich and luxurious. I’m telling you, the role-players are better dressed than you. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Mr. Oh: Nora Entice - Hunter Almond by Sezmra Svarog (Nora BodySkins & Fashion). "Rei" hair in silver by Orange Meili (Discord).
Post Category: Accessories, Boots, Coats, Costumes, Fantasy, Gloves, Goth, Grunge, Husky GFX, Jackets, Novelty, Outfits, Pants, Period, Robes, Shirts
March 23rd, 2008 at 11:37pmMr. Oh
There are a lot of easter freebies. I don’t like easter. But I’ll cover em soon. First, though, some non-easter freebies for y’all. Let’s start with the hair. For the weekend, Truth Hawks has decided to grace the masses with no less than three dollarbie hair fat packs. Unfortunately, only one of three is for guys. Its called Danny, and kinda reminds me of a cleaned up version of Modern Edge from Naughty Designs. Its got a the long emo look in front, though less whispy, and has a nice clean edge in back. Its also a lot cheaper, which I really really like :). I’m wearing it in Toffee to the left.
The shirt is from Amplify. Nice, simply done, and 0L. Kudos to Tinker. Its a weekend only special so drop by fast. The white undershirt is attached to the skin, but actually fits alright with the polo. There’s also a cool Dead Elvis tshirt in a gift bag at the door. I think its for girls because its only on the shirt layer, but there is no boob shading so its fine for a tucked in look. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "Vivant Chestnut Newbie" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur) from GNUbie. Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden. "Hansen Primero" shoes by Steven Hansen (Hansen Shoes) available at Free Dove.
Post Category: Amplify, Arai, Freebies, TRUTH, milk
March 22nd, 2008 at 11:57pmExpress Zenovka
In this era of high-tech synthetic microfiber technology, there’s something raw, primitive, even atavistic about the idea of clothing ourselves in animal skins. Some cultures have held the belief that one could take on characteristics of an animal by wearings its skin–strength, bravery, speed, endurance. In SL, you can test out this theory free of guilt, as no actual animals are involved in the creation of “animal-skin” designs.
Posy Trudeau’s new Reptile Jackets bring with them some of that “red in tooth and claw” aura, albeit in a more dashing and stylistic approach than we might expect from prehistory. Hmm, I wonder if that guy in the “Ten Gazillion B.C.” movie wears any snakeskin clothing? From the trailer, it seems like the emphasis is on the traditional tanned-skins-and-fur look. No matter what, he isn’t going to look as good as this. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook, (FNKY!). "Borenas" hair by Bryce Tully (Bryce Designs). Ribbed Tank by Shai Delacroix (Casa Del Shai).
Post Category: Casual, Civvies, Coats, Dressy, Jackets, New Items
March 21st, 2008 at 03:09pmRyan Darragh
Reaction has an Easter Sale going on from the 19th, until the the 23rd of March. All items will be 50L or less, so a shirt, pants, and shoes set will definitely be under my weekly limit of $150L. The Alternation crew (Reaction, Reaction Girl, and WRONG) have a long history of generous freebies. Back around Christmas time last year, they released a series of daily gift freebies. In addition, the owner of Reaction, Radical Twang, was handing out gift cards up to $1500L for relatively minimal work. The giftcards were even more useful when the Alternation crew pulled a Crazy Day sale in early February, featuring prices as low as $3L for a shirt and $8L for shoes. Needless to say, I’ve picked up quite a few Reaction items over time.
Reaction is primarily a surf shop, so expect a wide variety of board shorts. In the picture to the left, I’m wearing the Skullies boardies with a black Rashie. All of Radical’s textures are created from scratch, and his detail work shines through. He’s managed to find just the right amount of shading and wrinkling so that his clothes look neither flat nor photo-sourced. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express:"Dante tone 4" skin by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve) from Skin Fair 2008. "Vivant Chestnut Newbie" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur) from GNUbie. "PE Boyd - Black" (modded) hair by Aemilia Case (Philotic Energy). "wild_short" hair by DMAT Allen (mod's hair Paris). Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden. "Vision Surfboard" from Radical Twang (Reaction).
Post Category: Casual, Freebies, Jackets, Pants, Reaction, Sales, Shoes, Sportswear, Swimsuits
March 18th, 2008 at 09:59pmExpress Zenovka
It’s imposible for me to think of Hugh Hefner any more without being reminded of Johnny Drama getting himself thrown out of the Playboy Mansion. It’s a priceless moment of television history. Why are the most breathlessly hysterical moments in “Entourage” almost always the result of something Johnny did that was incredibly, moronically stupid? (Brooke Shields: “He. Is. Hard.” I rest my case.) Johnny gives Lucy Ricardo a run for her money.
When I saw what a sincere tribute Shai’s new Hefner Robe and Pajama sets are to Hef himself, I immediately made a quick call to inquire about a photo shoot in The Grotto. Alas–in addition to being a very busy man, he’s notoriously flaky about getting back to people, at least in my experience. I’m sure it was just a problem with timing. He’ll almost certainly call me back, full of apologies, the instant I publish this–my life tends to work like that. Rest assured that Shai’s luxurious loungewear will work its magic in any intimate setting, including your own private boudoir. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: "Dante" skin by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Grady" hair by Aemilia Case (Philotic Energy).
Post Category: Casa Del Shai, Casual, Dressy, New Items, Pyjamas, Robes
March 18th, 2008 at 02:09pmRyan Darragh
So supposedly the pope says St. Patrick’s Day was the 15th, because of Holy Week. The Dropkick Murphys say its the 17th cuz of their show. So I figured I’d play it safe — wear green and get wasted from the 15th to 17th. Now, sitting on my ass unsure how to get up, I decided to try and remember how I ended up here. I’m wearing the Fleur newbie skin in Buff, available for 1L at GNUbie or for free if you’re under 30 days old. The shirt and pants, which I haven’t changed in three days, are from Stellar Designs, and available as part of the March group gift. The shoes… well shoe.. I don’t know where the other went.. is from Free Dove. I tinted the (surprisingly) modifiable Anjo’s adorables blue camo shoes so that they were green. Socks are from Arai, available in the store as a pack called daily socks. The hair though.. I don’t know what happened. I could have sworn I had Platinum hair when I started drinking Saturday (ETD’s Sleek, $1L) but I guess I decided to tint it at some point. I picked up the hat off a leprechaun at the House of Nyla.. or at least I thought it was a leprechaun.. except they were big, and on a sign. And the tattoos.. well.. those weren’t there Saturday either either.. but I vaguely remember dropping by etchd.. I wonder if lasering off whatever else is on me is gonna be a freebie too…
Note to self: Next year lay off the green booze… (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express:Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden.
Post Category: Arai, ETD, Freebies, GNUbie Store, Hair, Holiday, House of Nyla, Jeans, Shirts, Shoes, Socks, Stellar Designs, Tattoos, etchd
March 17th, 2008 at 06:47amExpress Zenovka
The wearing of green has been associated with the celebration of St. Patrick’s Day since the 19th century, and the tradition is followed today not just on the Emerald Isle but around the world. Vincente Shepherd’s Victorian steampunk stamp is clear on his new “Shamrock Collection,” just released at Gaslights Emporium. In its entirety, the collection is a complete ensemble, including clothing and accessories, so if you have no fear of a suit that is very green indeed, you may be able to outfit yourself from head to toe in one quick stop in Port Babbage.
The St. Patrick’s Day Green Shamrock Suit includes wool jacket with flexi tails, wool trousers, simple white formal shirt, shamrock-pattern waistcoat, and prim bow tie. The suit’s green is the bright, fresh color of raucous meadows in spring–no quiet forest glen or moss-covered stones here. Although stylistically similar to some of Vincente’s other, more restrained attire for Victorian gentlemen, this suit is set apart by its vibrant color and the elaborate, almost baroque pattern of the cloth used for the waistcoat, both front and back. (more…)
Notes: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Post Category: Accessories, Dressy, Formal, Gaslights Emporium, Holiday, New Items, Outfits, Period, Shoes, Suits
March 16th, 2008 at 05:03pmRyan Darragh
Serendipity makes me happy.
There I was, minding my own business the other night, and I can’t remember if I was bored or not but I was certainly open to adventure, or at least a diversion. So when I more or less idly asked Posy what she was doing, and she responded “Trying on some new glasses I bought, and there’s a beautiful pocket watch too!” I immediately said, “TP me? Please?” In short order I arrived at the small but handsomely appointed shop of Pavig Lok. Although Posy hadn’t gone into specifics, she knew that Pavig’s gorgeously detailed steampunk creations would be right up my forbidding Victorian alley. She’s a temptress that way. And she was right–Pavig’s vendors showcased some very intriguing glasses and a truly elegant pocket watch. I thought to myself, “I’ll have the lot!”
Little did I know that I would receive so much more than I expected, based on the unassuming advertising placards I saw in the shop. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Advance Skin by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). "Damien" hair by Truth hawks (TRUTH). Gentleman's Long Coat, Brocade Long Waistcoat, Formal Victorian Shirt and Charcoal Trousers by Vincente Shepherd (Gaslights Emporium).
Post Category: Accessories, Dressy, Eyewear, Fantasy, Formal, Jewelry, Pavig Lok, Period, Steampunk
March 14th, 2008 at 03:52pmRyan Darragh
Well, today it’s still most pleasantly warm and fine in Los Angeles, although not as hot as it has been. But I’m in denial, or maybe it’s rebellion, and today I’m throwing a bone to Old Man Winter, who’s surely even now dreaming of staggering weakly to his icy bed for nine months of well deserved rest. Or does he melt away into water and vapor, to be reborn in an icy blast of wind from the North at the stroke of midnight on the last day of Autumn? Either way, here’s some cold-weather gear for you, recommended to me by Men’s Second Style readers just like you, by which of course I mean tasteful, discriminating, attractive, friendly, generous and helpful. And that’s just for starters. 
In case you’re wondering, although recommended to me by others these designs do indeed pass the stringent and critical Ryan Test. I’m being facetious, but this does mean that I took a look at the store ads, liked what I saw well enough to risk my own money, tried them on, liked what I saw then still more, and am pleased to recommend them to you. If you’ve seen some great design work and you’re willing to risk your own reputation along with mine, let me know! There’s no prize money involved, but you’ll be acknowledged here, unless you prefer to remain anonymous. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Adam" skin by Hart Larsson (PXL Creations). "Maxwell" hair by Truth Hawks (TRUTH). Fierce Denims by Rahsus Kronos (Urban Underground).
Post Category: BUKKA, Body Soul, Boots, Casual, Coats, Jackets
March 12th, 2008 at 02:26pmRyan Darragh
The weather where I live in RL has been what might be called “unseasonably warm”–I think it was supposed to be 85F today, and it’s still winter, at least technically, for another couple of weeks. Just so you’ll know, when I’m dressing more realistically for SL (as opposed to indulging my steampunk fetish or trying out other fantasy wear), I tend to lean toward things that would be appropriate for the current RL season and weather where I am. Given the recent uptick in temperatures, I was happy to see the new Clash Shorts by serjordan Bonetto of Emery. These are crisply textured and very casual, with plenty of folds and wrinkles–why iron if you’re just going hiking? Rolled cuffs add some dimension, and the prim side pockets have interesting tab-and-buckle detailing. You can get them in four subtle colors: Blue, Brown, Green, and Grey. Permissions are Modify / No Copy / Transfer. L$100 a pair at Emery (Quest III 155, 31, 22). (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Jared" hair by Truth Hawkes (TRUTH). Mechanic Beater and Dexter Glasses by Zabitan Assia (FORM). Akeyo Chucks by Akemi Yoshikawa (Akeyo).
Post Category: Accessories, Casual, Desert Moon Clothiers, Dressy, Emery, Jewelry, Mhaijik Things, New Items, Shorts
March 10th, 2008 at 05:51pmRyan Darragh
In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, this issue of Second Style is focusing on international style. It seemed appropriate to see what’s out there along those same lines for the male of the species. Hey, I’m all in favor of solidarity with our fashionista sisters!
The kimono (the Japanese characters literally mean “something worn”) is the national costume of Japan. Over time, the word “kimono” has come to represent a particular type of traditional full-length garment: T-shaped, straight-lined robes that fall to the ankle, with collars and wide, full-length sleeves. Kimonos are wrapped around the body, always with the left side over the right (except when dressing the dead for burial) and secured by a wide belt called an obi, which is usually tied at the back. Today, men wear kimonos most often at weddings, tea ceremonies, and other very special or very formal occasions. The Qui Kimono by Zen Deledda (L$400) features flexi robe sleeves, a prim obi, and an elaborate dragon design embroidered in gold and red on the deep black robe. Because of the way the prim robe sleeves attach, some poses do cause the flexi robe sections to hang less naturally, so you may find that some poses in your AO work better thanothers. Permission are Modify / Copy / No Transfer. Available at House of Zen (Hinode Shima 195, 98, 25).
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Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "ML020" skin and "L020" hair by Yukimaru Koba (Z#road Men’s Shop). "Hunter" skin (Espresso) by Sezmra Svarog (Nora). FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Jack" skin by Posy Trudeau (Flesh Peddlers). "Crow" skin by Chip Midnight (CMFF). "Derek" hair by Aleri Darkes (Diversity). "Gabriel" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Nekoge" hair by hiko Nino (Happy Dispatch). Boho Sandals by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). Aruba Beach Flip Flops by Devyn Carmichael (Last Call).
Post Category: House of Zen, Husky GFX, International House of Style, Men's Corner, Outfits, Rabea Design
March 9th, 2008 at 08:37pmRyan Darragh
I take a break for a week and an entire store moves on me. The GNUbie Store decided to up and move from Indigo to Powder Mill. It got a makeover and an upgrade in the process though, so its all good 
. Unfortunately, some of the older stuff from the original store is no longer available.I’m guessing that the designers are no longer active and couldn’t move their things. Luckily, all of my old favorites from Rebel Hope, Bryce Tully, and Torrid Midnight are still there though. The best part is that there are new items and new designers — more fun freebies for everyone!
Both Adam ‘n Eve and Fleur are offering skins in their stalls at 1L apiece, with some of them free if you are under 30 days old. I’m wearing the Fleur Vivant Bronze Newbie skin. A word of warning (though you can’t see it here) is that most of these skins come with a clothing under layer as part of the skin. If I weren’t wearing the long sleeves undershirt, the undershirt from the skin would peek out under the sleeves of the the tee. Another GNUbie veteran, Fallingwater Cellardoor, has decided to add her awesome freebie painter shoes (which were already available at Shiny Things) to the GNUbie collection as well. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "Men's Long T's" by Torrid Midnight (TorridWear) and "Rebel Jeans - Blue Burned Men's" by Rebel Hope (Rebel Hope Designs) both available at GNUbie. Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden.
Post Category: Accessories, Freebies, GNUbie Store, Hair, Shirts, Skins, Urban
March 8th, 2008 at 05:35pmExpress Zenovka
Nobody does vintage fashions quite like Antonia Marat. I think her feel for and expression of the carhop era are second to none. My only complaint is that she doesn’t spend all of her time designing for men. You ladies are lucky.
But I will gladly take home any if not all of Antonia’s menswear and be happy. Her new tanks for men (L$130 each) come in three styles: Skull Artilleri, Lucky Number 7, and 8Ball Flaming Skull. The ribbed fabric, double-stitched hems and wrinkle shading are realistic without calling attention to themselves, so the graphic designs can really shine. Oh, and it certainly doesn’t hurt that subtle pec definition reinforces your masculinity for the poodle-skirt crowd. These tanks come on jacket, shirt and undershirt layers and include an underwear-layer extension for tucking into low-rise jeans. Add one of Antonia’s jackets if extra toughness is called for. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Dante" skin by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Creeper" hair and Buddy Glasses by Antonia Marat (Artilleri).
Post Category: Akeyo, Artilleri, Casual, Jeans, New Items, Period, Shirts, Shoes
March 6th, 2008 at 02:07pmRyan Darragh
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I rarely feel the need to look traditionally professional in SL. You may have noticed that I keep an inworld office, although not, um, actual office hours. It’s rather casually appointed–there’s no desk, although there is a little-used conference table– and I pretty much use it just for meetings and the occasional interview. There are times, though, when a man needs to look like he means business, literally, and in those circumstances it’s entirely possible that no amount of themed gear will do. While a jacket may be optional in today’s “business casual” environments (I can hear Secundus cringing from here), a quality dress shirt is essential. Pompo Bombacci’s new “Faze” dress shirts come in four office-appropriate colors: Cream, Light Blue, Green and Purple. The fabric texture strikes a nice balance between freshly ironed and comfortably well worn. If not done carefully, the former can feel too “crispy” for my taste, while the later can look like you slept in the shirt, in your car…in the office parking lot. (more…)
