Posts filed under 'Diversity Hair'
Welcome to the second installment of my Hair Fair 2009 coverage! Here you’ll find another handful of solid new styles for men by creative designers. Trying on such a torrent of styles in a relatively short timeframe has also left me just a little bit ranty, and I feel the need to get it out of my system, so bear with me. A lot of hairstyles these days (including many I’ve featured on this blog, and some included here) include resizer scripts for simple, automatic resizing. As you may already know, I am kind of torn on this practice . (Admit it—you knew I’d have to rant about something.) On the one hand, resizer scripts are easy for new residents to use and make for fairly straightforward fitting. On the other hand, they typically don’t allow for the kind of custom tweaking of individual hair strands (prims) that I often want or need to do for the hair to fit my avie perfectly, or as perfectly as I can make it. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Gael" and "Ander" skins by Rack Brautigan (Imagen). "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). Eyes by Garbage Prototype (Random).
Post Category: Curio,Damselfly Hair,Diversity Hair,Eko Eko,Find Ash,Hair,New Items,Philotic Energy
July 18th, 2009 at 04:33pmRyan Darragh
Sometimes I’m just not sure what approach to take when I’m putting together an outfit or outfits for an article. I mean, putting outfits together obviously follows a certain basic process that doesn’t change much–clothing that makes for a certain look, shoes that play along nicely or even make a statement, maybe some jewelry or other accessories that tie it all together. And there’s always the question of hair, and possibly a particular or even themed skin…but I digress.
So, anyway, yes, the process is pretty well defined, but for me the question is always, “What’s the hook?” By which I mean, What makes it special? Where’s the fun? What’s the challenge this time? What’s in it for me? (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Epo
Notes: On Ryan: "Daniel" skin by Simple Spad (Mirror Image).
Post Category: Boots,Dinzeo Designs,Diversity Hair,Hair,Hats,Jeans,Jeepers Shoes,New Items,Outfits,Pants,Shirts,Sweaters,Updated Items
November 19th, 2008 at 05:32pmRyan Darragh
I think it took me four days to get through Hair Fair this year, a combination of spare (okay, I’ll qualify that to “more or less available”) time in my evenings during the week and weekend afternoons. Hey, there was a lot to see–87 hair designers spread across four sims. That’s a workout even if you’re in good shape. Somehow it just felt BIGGER this year, although I know the event took up four sims last year too. [My memory misinformed me--Hair Fair 2007 occupied two sims, not four. See the Comments for the authoritative scoop.] The layout this year was a big change from last year’s more mall-like plan. The build architecture by Rezzable (by Washu Zebrastripe, Damien Fate and Selena Gateaux, hosted in sims provided by Rezzable) reflected Mayan influences, as you can see in the large structure shown here, a kind of “temple” pyramid which served as an arrival/welcome area. There was a comfortably appointed rest area as well as displays featuring custom styles for auction to benefit Locks of Love and winners of a Flickr photo contest. Designer booths were arranged in ranks around the central temple in long rows set at angles to one another. If it sounds confusing–it certainly could be, if for instance I had (hypothetically, of course) crashed or relogged a few times and lost track of where I had already been. If it sounds exhausting to you–I suppose it might be, especially if you tried to do the whole thing in one sitting. If it sounds like fun–well, I had a good time shopping (hair whore that I am) and chatted with some nice people along the way.
Think about it this way: I go to Hair Fair so you don’t have to. 
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Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Adam" skin by Hart Larsson (PXL Creations). Men's Basic Tees by Maximillion Grant (The Body Politik).
Post Category: AOHARU,ARGRACE,Aitui,Calico Ingmann Creations,Color Me Couture,Diversity Hair,Exile,Freebies,Hair,Hayate's Hair Lab,Laqroki,New Items,Novocaine,Tami McCoy,booN
September 9th, 2008 at 10:33amRyan Darragh
In Second Life we have the opportunity to express ourselves, via our avatars, in ways that may not be easily accessible to us or even possible in real life. Designer clothing may be daily wear for us in SL, while in real life it’s a luxury that may or may not be possible for us. Changing our skins and hair, though, is a different story—neither quick nor easy in real life, but a matter of a few simple clicks in SL. This issue’s theme is “The Body,” and in this column I want to share with you designs by a few of my favorite skin and hair designers–some new, some old favorites, some you might not have heard of, but I think all are doing great work.
One of my favorite skins in every aspect is “Antonio,” by Funk Schnook. When checking out a skin, I find that I always look first at the face, and I love the way Antonio’s feature detailing (including all the facial hair choices, which are very well done) works on my avatar. Two levels of muscle definition are available, and I remember Funk being a little surprised that he felt the skin worked well on my slim shape, as he had designed it with more “built” shapes in mind. Here you see the less-defined in the Pale skin tone, with the Stubble with Soul Patch facial hair option. L$1850 for a single skin, or L$4500 for a four-pack; demos available in the store. Available in four tintable skin tones and a variety of facial hair and makeup options at FNKY! (FNKY Cake 136, 69, 24). (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: Vivid Natural Eyes by Miriel Enfield (Miriel). Jeans by Tsubasa Ferraris (Endeavor).
Post Category: Aitui,Diversity Hair,FNKY!,Flesh Peddlers,Fleur / TaP,Hair,Happy Dispatch,Nora,Philotic Energy,Skins,Steam Powered Industries,TRUTH,Tami McCoy,Z#road,[Men's Corner]
January 9th, 2008 at 12:26pmRyan Darragh
I have a fairly decent selection of hairstyles in my inventory, but I’m pretty sure I had never actually visited Diversity Hair until last week. That’s when I saw the release announcment from design Aleri Darkes for the new “Complex” style for men and decided to check it out. (I find it can be difficult these days,with so many errands that involve checking out specific items, to drop by a shop just to see what they’ve got. For sake of time and efficiency, I really do rely on announcements from designers. It may be more efficient, but you know what? It’s not as much fun.) This is a casual, somewhat messy style that looks like it was originally cut short but has grown out nicely and still works. I wish my RL hair looked this good after growing out for a while. It’s long enough on the sides to cover your ears, and one of the front strands falls down over your right eye. This is a great style for surfing, skateboarding, bumper cars–any casual weekend outing. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM Skin (Redhead) by Zabitan Assia (FORM Gear). Self Titled Red Hoodie by Noam Sprocket (Gritty Kitty).
Post Category: Diversity Hair,Hair,New Items
March 12th, 2007 at 06:08pmRyan Darragh
Welcome to the second installment of my Hair Fair 2009 coverage! Here you’ll find another handful of solid new styles for men by creative designers. Trying on such a torrent of styles in a relatively short timeframe has also left me just a little bit ranty, and I feel the need to get it out of my system, so bear with me. A lot of hairstyles these days (including many I’ve featured on this blog, and some included here) include resizer scripts for simple, automatic resizing. As you may already know, I am kind of torn on this practice . (Admit it—you knew I’d have to rant about something.) On the one hand, resizer scripts are easy for new residents to use and make for fairly straightforward fitting. On the other hand, they typically don’t allow for the kind of custom tweaking of individual hair strands (prims) that I often want or need to do for the hair to fit my avie perfectly, or as perfectly as I can make it. (more…)
