Posts filed under 'Business'
I’m blaming Marcus for this one. In fact, I so hold him responsible that I roped him into modeling for me…not, mind you, that I had to bully him, or even beg very hard. It’s just that Marcus clearly knows my weaknesses, and when he dropped me a landmark and sent me an oh-so-innocent IM, I didn’t realize it but the hunt was on. The bait in the trap he set for me was the Roma Leather Coats by Naiman Broome. That Marcus is a devious one.
In fairness, it’s not exactly a deep, dark secret that I’ve got a thing for coats. (Offered in evidence: links to just a few of my favorites.) In addition to the gorgeously textured leather of the coat itself, Naiman has thoughtfully included components for several different wear options as well as some great accessory items. The result is a coat with at least some of the flexibility of a real garment, with fewer limitations than you might expect. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Envision Platinum skin by Maximillion Grant (The Body Politik). "Mykal" hair by Aemlia Case (Philotic Energy). Corduroy trousers by Dan Senyurt (Dan Senyurt Menswear). "Aman" glasses by Rohal Schnyder (EYEWEAR). On Marcus: "Lucent" skin by Maximillion Grant (The Body Politik). "Ibiza" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi).
Post Category: Business, Casual, Coats, Dressy, NAIMA Fashion, Shirts, Ties
May 23rd, 2008 at 03:04pmRyan Darragh
Wavie Haller of Valiant has been getting a bit of press recently, and for good reason. He’s a bit of the new kid on the block in men’s fashion. Thing is, the new kids get older and wiser and he’s been no exception.
As part of the aging process, Wavie’s decided to retire a few of his earlier designs and offer them as freebies. That’s how I got my hands on the Relax Blue Shirt I’m wearing. There’s currently also a pink v-neck t and a light gray cardigan in the freebie bag, available on the front counter at his main store. These shirts all have tiny flaws, ranging from slightly mismatched seams to blurry edges, but most aren’t noticeable unless you stare. The only big complaint I had was over the length — most shirts were short even on the jacket layer. I had to dig a bit before I found the Brown D&G Pants to go with them. They’re from Jonquille Noir on the 3rd floor at GNUBie, in a pack of assorted Men’s clothing. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "Vivant Bronze Newbie" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur) from GNUbie. Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden.
Post Category: Business, Freebies, Hair, Shirts, Shoes, Urban, Urban Bomb Unit, Valiant
May 4th, 2008 at 04:20pmExpress Zenovka
I was in a barren and empty sim, the hour was late and it was dark (I had forced midnight) when a mysterious message urgently demanded my attention. “Your mission, should you choose to accept it: for the next issue of Second Style, highlight some of the best individual designs in SL fashion of the last twelve months. This IM will self-destruct in ten seconds. Nine. Eight….”
I logged out quickly, but not before triggering a sly smile ( }:-> ). I knew that this assignment would challenge me like no other, and I would have to rely on all my skills and training. How to select just a handful of items from the many released over the past year? It seemed…impossible. 
Hopefully my superiors will agree that I have succeeded. All of these creations epitomize the best of what SL design has to offer. In chronological order by month of release: (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: “Adam” skin by Hart Larsson (PXL Creations). “Jack” skin by Posy Trudeau (Flesh Peddlers). “Maxwell,” “Damien” and “Pete” hair by Truth Hawks (TRUTH). Classic Jeans by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). Oslo boots by Eponymous Trenchmouth (JCS Shoes). Spencers dress shoes and Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). Coffin Ring by Allegory Malaprop (Schadenfreude).
Post Category: BareRose Tokyo, Business, Casa Del Shai, Casual, Costumes, Cubic Effect, Draconic Kiss, Dressy, Fantasy, Formal, GearShift, Goth, Jackets, Men's Corner, Outfits, Period, Silent Sparrow, Sportswear, Steampunk
April 17th, 2008 at 01:25pmRyan Darragh
Now, I don’t mean “guywear” in the sense that it’s clothing Lloyd Dobler would wear. (”The world is full of guys. Don’t be a guy. Be a man.”) It’s just that “menswear” seemed somehow not quite right here. Yes, I’m making it up as I go along. Anyway, Lloyd might well wear some of this stuff. I’m thinking by the end of the movie.
I seem to recall that Garbage Prototype had dropped one or two vague hints during the two months or so it took him to redesign and rebuild his shop and completely revamp his clothing and body lines for men and women. I think he just likes to tease like that. This is the kind of thing that just nags away at me from the back of my brain, kind of like my mother, or my conscience if I had one, or the approach of Christmas when I was a kid. I had also visited his website and seen his teaser video, so I knew that interesting things were afoot at the Circle-K. When he finally said, “Okay, I’m not ready to open yet, but come and take a look if you want to!”–I most definitely wanted to.
I honestly don’t know what my expectations were. I didn’t expect the shop’s casually elegant atmosphere to so slyly reflect Garbage’s creative approach. I know that I was surprised by some of the designs–wow, Garbage did a suit?–and impressed by the range of items and choice of colors. As a collection it felt focused, consistent, and very much an expression of a designer’s vision. I couldn’t wait to pick his brain. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: Random Male Skin, eyes and various hairstyles by Garbage Prototype (Random Fashions). Men's Oxford Leather Shoes by Tesla Miles (TESLA). On Sean: "Dante" skin by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). "Trader" jeans by Dragontat Zagato (Desert Moon Clothiers). Classic Jeans by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). City Walk dress shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Business, Casual, Coats, Designer Reviews, Dressy, Hair, Jackets, Jeans, New Items, Random Fashions, Shirts, Shorts, Skins, Suits, Sweaters, Ties, Vests, Yukirei Greene
April 15th, 2008 at 01:14pmRyan Darragh
Sorry, you have to make allowances for the occasional “Wizard of Oz” reference. Just roll with it.
I’ve feel like I’ve been all over the map lately, stylistically speaking–and don’t get it wrong, I’ve got some fun stuff in the works for next week. But today I venture back into very familiar territory with some casual designs that you know are the kind of thing I live and breathe. Dan Senyurt’s new Club Shirts have everything a casual shirt needs: silky smooth fabric texture, neatly cuffed short sleeves, notched collar with handsome drop shadow, and front patch pocket. They come on the jacket and shirt layers and can be worn neatly tucked in, as you see here, or more casually untucked. An open and untucked version is also included, perfect for layering with your favorite tank or tee, or just catching the breeze on an especially warm spring day. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes (Epo)
Notes: On Ryan: Vivan skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur). "Enda" hair by Aemilia Case (Philotic Energy). Ribbed Tank Top by Shai Delacroix (Casa Del Shai).
Post Category: Business, Casual, Dan Senyurt, Dressy, JCS (Jeepers Creepers Shoes), New Items, Shirts, Shoes, Sweaters
April 4th, 2008 at 05:01pmRyan Darragh
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
Based on the glasses worn by Bruce Willis in “Hudson Hawke,” this is Hawke by Nibb Tardis (as always, click the photo to see a larger version). Lots of companies make great glasses and sunglasses in Second Life. But you could not compile a shortlist of the finest without including primOptic. As soon as you try on a demo, you are struck by the quality. These glasses are not nice pictures clipped from the internet and slapped onto a stretched cube on your face. Mssr Tardis handcrafts these from lots of tiny prims, expertly and precisely shaped, tapered and positioned. They are the work of a craftsman, an architect.
Yet an amazing amount of control has been handed to us, the wearers. (more…)
Disclosure: DISCLOSURE: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | 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). Shirts and ties by Chez Nabob (CHEZ).
Post Category: Accessories, Business, Casual, Dressy, Eyewear, PrimOptic, Sportswear, Urban
February 3rd, 2008 at 01:26pmMr. Oh
Superior, varied period clothing has historically been found in Caledon, and the quality has continually been impressive. Classic menswear, however, was never in great supply. In recent months, however, Mako Magellan has been designing and offering classic men’s clothing with increasing frequency, the quality of which is as fine as anything to be found in the high end boutiques or men’s malls.
Sunday, Magellan added no less than eight new shoe offerings (available at Mako Magellan and House of Magellan, L$300 per pair) to his already prodigious stock of fine menswear, Victoriana and Nipponaphiliac accoutrements. Based off the same general architecture, taken together they offer the devotee a variety of intriguing options - exotic leathers and colors that lend any suit a tasteful insouciance that’s more rake than ‘rariman.
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Disclosure: On Secundus: GAVIN-bald shaved skin by Melvin Demain (Mirror Image). Rayon glasses 1.12 by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Grey Business Suit by Zen Deledda (House of Zen). Fedora v3 In Black with Black Band by Kai Sion (The Hat Shop).
Notes: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Post Category: Business, Casual, Dressy, Formal, Mako Magellan, New Items, Shoes
January 21st, 2008 at 10:05amSecundus Jacobus
In my personal experience I noticed that Second Life fashion is often either extremely casual or extremely formal. But let’s say you have a reputable job in Second Life, for example in education or in business. Both of those sectors have ties to the real world, and often real life business relations don’t really appreciate if you show up in urban gear whether it’s a virtual world or not. A formal suit might be exaggerated though. In those cases the Academic is a perfect alternative.
The Academic by Cattiva e Cattivo is a middle-of-the-road blazer outfit. It looks professional enough to wear while teaching your students, but if you’re so inclined it also looks everyday enough that you can wear it at your home. In fact, I think certain combinations would even work in a dance club.
The outfit comes packed with choices. For 350 L$ you receive 8 shirts, 4 flexi ties, 4 blazers, 2 pairs of jeans with prim cuffs, 2 pairs of shoes, a pair of socks and a prim collar. This ensures that everyone can wear this outfit in the way they prefer. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Daman: "Hunter Espresso" skin by Sezmra Svarog (Nora BodySkins & Fashions). "Jet - Sterling Midnight" hair by Calico Ingmann (Calico Creations). "Long Goatee - Black/Grey Tips" by kaia Ennui (Nocturnal Threads)
Post Category: Business, Casual, Cattivo, New Items, Outfits
January 6th, 2008 at 04:59amDaman Tenk
Global Warming is, by all reckoning, here to stay. Polar bears running across cocktailing ice, Polynesians aboard outriggers besaddled with backpacks and lunchpails, grasshoppers growing large, learning Missourah-speak and taking jobs in the ethanol and methamphetamine industries–truly, it contains the seeds of planetary catastrophe. And yet… if one looks, the silver lining is there. Moscow eschews the thwarting snow for fields of lush grain. Canada’s warm denizens and chill winds welcome a monied immigrant class from the south and finally put the Northwest Territories to use as a grand vacationland. The Sahara becomes a sea of glass. So why not light gray for fall suiting? It’s been many a year since anyone paid mind to them that wear white after Labor Day, and stripes and stripes have lived together comfortably for years thanks to Etro and Cannon. When it’s 70 in November, a man’s tweed hangs on him like a Neanderthal’s furs–he needs something with a bit less mass. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Secundus: GAVIN-bald shaved skin by Melvin Demain (Mirror Image). Rayon glasses 1.12 by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Omega Montre Tudor 3 wristwatch by leon Wyler (SecondTime). Henry Morgan shoes by Eponymous Trenchmouth (Jeepers Creepers).
With the SF Design Executive Platinum Suit: Fedora v3, black with black band, by Kai Sion (The Hat Shop)
With the CHEZ Charcoal Pinstripe suit: Blaze dress shirt in Burgundy and stripe tie in black and copper by Blaze Columbia (Blaze Fine Fiashions). Top Hat in black by Kai Sion (Hats & Armour).
With the Zen Beau Suit: Top Hat with white band by Kai Sion (Hats & Armour).
Post Category: Business, CHEZ, Dressy, House of Zen, SF Design, Suits
November 27th, 2007 at 02:18pmSecundus Jacobus
Tony opened the door to the church slowly and peeked in. The smell of the empty cathedral rushed over him. The aromas of hundreds of people who had been tramping in and out, giving thanks or confessing sins, mingled and took him back to when he was a kid and his mother made him be an altar boy. It would make him a good man, she used to say. He was glad she wasn’t around to see him now. The cathedral was empty now. The good Padre and his minions were finished with it for the day. He slid between the doors and stood, huddling at the back. The memories flooded over him. He looked down at himself, seeing once again the long robes he wore as he strode through the isles during the services. He could still remember the words, he whispered to himself. His eyes focused on the present again and looked at what he was wearing now. Clothes he thought he could never afford, clothes his parents never would afford. He ran his hand over the smooth material of his jacket; it was as dark as blood. He rubbed his hand across a sleeve, marking how the pattern there matched the collar. His green shirt and tie contrasted and coordinated with the jacket beautifully. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Mel: "Dante" skin and "OC" - raven sunset hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty), Tritones - black velvet shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things)
Post Category: Business, Dressy, Freebies, New Items, Outfits, Pale Heretic
October 22nd, 2007 at 03:16pmMel Fitzcarraldo
Hear ye, hear ye! Fellow floor-moppers, window-washers and dance-padders!
All of you just-past-newbies with more taste than lindens: Rejoice! June Dion of BareRose has taken pity on you. You now can spend like a Camper but look like a President.
How about two suits and six shirts-with-ties for 140L$?
And not just any two suits. (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). Freebie "Linden Labs Male Korean Avatar" hair by unknown (NCI). Freebie box "Fifties glasses" by Tooter Claxton (Tooter Claxton Avatars and Vehicles).
Post Category: BareRose Tokyo, Business, Dressy, Formal, New Items, Suits
October 19th, 2007 at 01:46pmMr. Oh
By coincidence, I went to interview Chez Nabob only a few days before the release of his new items. Pins in his mouth, he was working on some final touches. He mentioned, as almost an after-thought, that he was putting together “…something I swore I’d never do: jeans.” I inquired further.
“Everyone in SL who makes clothes does jeans. I didn’t want to do what everyone else was doing. I figured there were more than enough options for people.
“But then,” he said, “I would be making something for my line and think to myself — hmmm — wish I had some jeans to go with that. So I caved in and made some.” Thus, some of the nicest jeans you’ll ever own were born out of a concession, a weakness. He couldn’t help himself: he caved in. (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). Freebie "Linden Labs Male Korean Avatar" hair by unknown (NCI). "Wingtip" in black by Barnesworth Anubis (Barnes Boutique). Oxford button-down shirts and Fall Collection Tie by Chez Nabob (Chez!). "Tortoise-shell glasses" by Arcadia Asylum (freebie boxes everywhere).
Post Category: Business, CHEZ, Casual, Dressy, New Items, Pants, Shirts, Sweaters
October 11th, 2007 at 01:57pmMr. Oh
“Armidi Is Coming.”
You’ve probably seen this tag floating above the heads of dozens if not hundreds of SL residents, men and women both, over the last few months. All of them were eager, expectant, even excited. I should know–I was one of them. You couldn’t blame them (us), really, after the tiny taste we got at Hair Fair earlier this year. (I tried not to wear the ”Poynter” style absolutely everywhere, but I’m not sure I was entirely successful.) And ever since the Armidi sim actually appeared on the map, it has shown as nothing but a mysterious black square. What have they been doing in there? Rumors of a beautiful, stylish build and lust-inducing clothing designs have floated like dandelions on the wind. Now you can see for yourself. Now, at last, Armidi is here. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "David" Entice for Men skin by Sezmra Svarog (Nora BodySkins). "Poynter" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). Painter Jeans by Chloris Hathor (Indigo). "City Walk" men's dress shoes by Falllingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Armidi, Business, Casual, Designer Reviews, Dressy, Hair, New Items, Shirts, Suits, Sweaters, Ties
October 5th, 2007 at 07:18pmRyan Darragh
Blaze Columbia makes some of the finest dress and formal menswear in Second Life. Blaze’s Power Suit has been one of my favorites since its release in March. Surely no man’s wardrobe inventory is complete without at least two suits by Blaze…one in black, and at least one in another color. Newly released at Blaze Fine Fashions is the classic Wool Suit, now updated with all new fabric textures and sculpted prim pants legs in two different styles: without and without turned cuff. The suit comes in a wide spectrum of 20 different colors; you see me wearing it here in Maple and Sea Green. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Antonio (Pale) skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Deviance" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "City Walk" shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). "Rectech" glasses by Cienna Rand (Primcrafters).
Post Category: Blaze Columbia, Business, Dressy, Suits
September 24th, 2007 at 09:01pmRyan Darragh
CharlieM Whitfield and Russo Robbiani, the two designers behind Flawless Mainland, bring a sleek, continental flair to their work. In business for only a few months, they’ve released three new suit lines that demonstrate technical grace, the sharp angles of Teutonic styling, and a precociousness that sets expectations high.
With the Chandrima Business Suit, Whitfield and Robbiani tempt fate with horizontal stripes, but manage to negotiate the potential straits between the Scylla of “it makes me look porky” and the Charybdis of “it makes me look like I just escaped from the workhouse” with aplomb. “It’s our standard business suit, and our bestseller,” said Robbiani. “There are many combinations possible, so that you can create your own individual style.” High, tight and available in four colors (shown in blue-grey and including brown, green and basic black), the suit has superior corners and is (no surprise here) reminiscent of something by Hedi Slimane.
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Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: Notes: On Secundus: GAVIN-bald shaved skin by Melvin Demain (Mirror Image). Rayon glasses 1.12 by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Omega Montre Tudor 3 wristwatch by leon Wyler (SecondTime). Henry Morgan shoes by Eponymous Trenchmouth (Jeepers Creepers).
With the Suede Leather Suit in gold: Fedora v3, black with black band, by Kai Sion (The Hat Shop)
With the Runway 41 SilkSuit in grey: Flat Cap in black tweed by Kai Sion (The Hat Shop). Luna White Barong Shirt by Shai Delacroix (Casa del Shai Flagship). Martini with olives by Cassandra Jackson (Jeepers Creepers).
Post Category: Business, Casual, Dressy, Flawless, Suits
August 26th, 2007 at 08:10pmSecundus Jacobus
Most of the time, the designs I review here are things I’ve found myself inworld, or read about in an announcement somewhere, or had brought to my attention by the designer him- or herself. This is one of the relatively few times a blog reader has come to me and said, “Hey, have you heard about this? Do you think you might be reviewing it?” I’m happy to get inquiries or suggestions from readers, although I can’t promise that every one will result in a review. This time, though, it did.
Rockwell Maltz’s new EOS (”Evolution of Sex”) Suit isn’t just a good-looking, classically styled suit–it has been designed with with a constant eye toward flexibility of wear. With its generous variety of wear options, this suit will take you from the boardroom to the bedroom without breaking a sweat, or even breathing hard. (Sorry, I couldn’t resist. It’s a sickness.) (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "Antonio Dark - Stubble" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Deception - Black Pearl" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). A&F Boxers by Neogrinch Trenchmouth (Ubercrummy & Kitsch). "City Walk" shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Business, Dressy, Formal, Made Men, Suits
August 16th, 2007 at 11:05pmRyan Darragh
Someone once said that clothes make the man…
My name is MaxmillianDArgent Ferraris. My occupation, newest connoisseur of Second Life Fashion. My passion, putting it together and making it real…so to speak. My objective is to put together a wardrobe any av would be proud of. Professional, casual, romantic, urban, cyber, goth…whatever theme draws my attention…if I like it, I’ll get it and show it off. In each post, I’ll be including accessories, hair, and the occasional props with each outfit. I’ll also be listing the designers, stores, and prices for everything I’m wearing. Gotta do that publicity thing! X D
Each outfit can be either a mix/match of things from different designers or a set from a single artist. Depends on my mood naturally… (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Post Category: BooPerFunk, Business, Dressy, Eyewear, Hair, Jewelry, Made Men, Outfits, Shiny Things, Shoes, Skins, Suits
August 3rd, 2007 at 01:23pmMaxmillianDArgent Ferraris
Several years ago, I’d had a spate of formal occasions that put me in the market for a tuxedo. Being a bit of a classicist, I began making the rounds asking for something in black. But one salesman, a solidly-built man who reminded me of no one so much as the banker from the “Chance” and “Community Chest” cards in Monopoly, filled me in on a fact about formalwear: black just doesn’t look black enough. If you want a tuxedo that *really* looks black, he informed me, you purchase a dark blue tuxedo. The darkest blues are dark enough to be seen as black, but have a richness, a depth, that “normal” black just doesn’t seem to have.
Later, a graphic designer of my acquaintance agreed: for really good blacks, she puts 100% into the K, but she also slips 20-25 points into C, M and Y as well.
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Disclosure: Seen In World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Secundus: GAVIN-bald shaved skin by Melvin Demain (Mirror Image). Rayon glasses 1.12 by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). With Luna suit by Shai Delacroix: Dress shirts and ties by Blaze Ballinger (Blaze*). Spartacus monkstraps in brown by Eponymous Trenchmouth (Jeepers Creepers). With the Delgado suit by Vindi Vindaloo: White leather shoes by Emilia Redgrave (REDGRAVE).
Post Category: Business, Casa Del Shai, Dressy, New Items, Suits, Vindi Vindaloo
August 1st, 2007 at 01:58pmSecundus Jacobus
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
This week has been pure madness. It’s been filled with family, party, headaches and it was all topped off by a wedding. Though, SL fashion was at the back of my mind. The sign of true addiction.
With all that was going on I couldn’t disappoint. With time quickly running out I bring you this week’s goodies.
[�] ACCESSORIES @ EARTHTONES Boutique � Mhaijik Things � Renown By Aitui
[�] CLOTHING @ The Drawmachine � Frangipani Designs � [Renegade]
[�] SKINS @ Random
[�] GRAND RE-OPENING @ TRUTH (more…)
Post Category: Accessories, Aitui, Business, Casual, Dressy, Earthtones Boutique, Frangipani Designs, Grunge, Jewelry, Mhaijik Things, Outfits, Random Fashions, Renegade, Shirts, Skins, Sportswear, Suits, TRUTH, The Drawmachine, Urban
May 27th, 2007 at 11:50pmCatero Revolution
I’ll keep this short and sweet. This week marked the appearance of some really fun, satirical and all around distinguished articles on the men’s fashion scene. Being a joker-at-heart, as soon as I saw Gadget Gobo and Caroline Apollo’s comical devices I ran down to their stores to take a peek for myself - laughing all the way. Sometimes we all need a little ludicrously funny distraction for our wardrobes. As always designers for all categories of items put out primo content whether you seek the ludicrous or the distinguished that we just can’t help but share with the masses.
While chasing answers to a reader inquiry I had the great fortune to stumble across a skin which may be something worth investigating for those looking for a non-athletic touch.
Dive in and see if there’s something within that suits your tastes.
[�] ACCESSORIES @ Gadget � Lo Lo � Mhaijik Things � SiniStyle Design � Renown By Aitui
[�] CLOTHING @ Civvies Wearables � Miau Haus � The Good Life � SiniStyle Design � TRUTH
[�] HAIR @ Random � Wig Out
[�] FEATURE @ ArtSeduction “Liam” skins (more…)
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May 20th, 2007 at 07:00pmCatero Revolution
Today, another episode of the adventures of Ben and his quest for male shoes in SL. This is absolutely not a joke! We poor men, so much in need of decent shoes, and with so little choice in world. It’s no secret that I harrass the shoe designers, always with the same question: “When will you release new male shoes?!!” I know, I know, I’m impossible when it comes to shoes!
Funk Schnook has been treated that way too, I’m ashamed to admit. I’m sure you already know his Prada-like shiny black shoes, so realistic and perfectly designed (see Zarithi Federko’s review on October 2006).
The “Style” shoes are just amazing: perfectly balanced, with sophisticated dtails (you can find leather IN the shoes, the sole is beautiful and shows a red insert, sign of a well known RL brand). Excellent textures give a totally “genuine leather” feeling.
Everybody loves these shoes. Everybody wished to have more colors. Some people thought it would be great if the shininess was a little less “show off.” (more…)
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Notes: On Ben : FNKY! Five Ohs - Black Fade (LowRise/Tight) jeans
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May 1st, 2007 at 07:57pmBen Vanguard
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I’m blaming Marcus for this one. In fact, I so hold him responsible that I roped him into modeling for me…not, mind you, that I had to bully him, or even beg very hard. It’s just that Marcus clearly knows my weaknesses, and when he dropped me a landmark and sent me an oh-so-innocent IM, I didn’t realize it but the hunt was on. The bait in the trap he set for me was the Roma Leather Coats by Naiman Broome. That Marcus is a devious one.
