Posts filed under 'Shoes'
here are new sculpted-prim shoes at Guu Nishi‘s House of Curios Industries (HOC) and they are both stunning and inexpensive. We’ve featured HOC running shoes before: Rhys Ackmann, a guest consultant, loved his Bolts; Ryan wore some chucks as part of a rock-a-billy outfit and once called HOC‘s Skoochers “The best $10 shoes I’ve ever seen.” The new extended shoe selection at HOC offers phenomenal value for money and their flexibility makes them the new “Go To” shoes.
The newest pair in the HOC range are the Easy Striders, these comfortable slip-ons come with textures serious enough for business and others that are casual enough to wear with shorts. 
Many HOC shoes have tags with the company initials; on the Easy Striders, this is a little metal piece on the piping around the top of the shoe. Click the shoes to be presented with a blue dialog box to change texture. There are 10 texture possibilities in all, although the last 5 are only unlocked to HOC group members (you’ll need to have membership activated when you put on the shoe to enable the extra textures). All this for L$75! Copy and Modify are allowed; no Transfer. Also in the folder is a version of the shoes for Viewer 2. From what I’ve heard on the forums, I hope to never see that particular version in person. (more…)
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Notes: On Mr. Oh: Johan SK skin by Tricky Boucher (Belleza). Brad hair in Ash Grey by Maddox DuPont (MADesigns). Arach glasses by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Baggy Jeans by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). Plain T-shirt in blood red by Truth Hawks (Truth).
Post Category: Business,Casual,Dressy,Formal,HOC Industries,New Items,Shoes,Sportswear,Urban
June 3rd, 2010 at 12:07amMr. Oh
I hardly know what to think any more, much less say, when Eponymous Trenchmouth releases a new shoe creation. At some point, one runs out of superlatives. There are just no more words. At least, there are no good ones left that I haven’t already used.
That said, my first response to Epo’s recently released Kool Kats loafers was, “Oh, these look terribly smart.” Epo’s reply: “Thank you. I was inspired by an old pair of two-tone Hush Puppies! The green ones are copied from mine. But my favorites are the Umber ones—not so much a color as an absence of same.” (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Elick" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). "Alexander" shirt by beanster Potato (Ducknipple). Brown Cords by Dan Senyurt (Dan Senyurt Menswear).
Post Category: Casual,Dressy,Jeepers Shoes,New Items,Shoes
May 14th, 2010 at 06:40pmRyan Darragh
But hey, doesn’t everybody? So I figure I’m not alone in that, not hardly. Surely you yourself are fond of getting a good deal. Here’s the thing: there are any number of other great blogs that focus on the great freebies, dollarbies and other bargains you can find in SL. As much as I like me a good bargain, bargains aren’t my main emphasis here. That said, if as you’re reading this you’re thinking, “Well, I love bargains, I’m killer at finding them, and I wouldn’t mind writing about the ones I find”…hey, give me a shout. We can do a deal, Mr. Bond! Today, though, I’ve got some great (I think they’re great) all-but-freebie items to show off. I’m hoping at least one or two of them will entice you do a little low-budget, high-value shopping.
The items making up my various outfits are all (with some few exceptions) from Slanted Fox. I’m sure I had visited Slanted Fox at some point in the past, but if I took anything home with me I’ve lost track of it somehow since then. I forget exactly what I was searching for the other day, when I ended up visiting again, but I think the phrase “3L$ Store” jumped out at me from the search listings. Apparently I must have clicked the link because there was a telltale whoosh, and next thing I knew I was in Harajukubox Town. You know, sometimes stuff just happens, and all you can do is roll with it. (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: “Tergum2 – Easterner” skin by Ororon Kamachi (Animus). “Akio” hair by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
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March 18th, 2010 at 08:01amRyan Darragh
The Ruffian
The kid had earned something of a bad reputation for himself in New Babbage. He supposed that was due in no small part to his tendency to, shall we say, not always pay for everything he put into his pockets on Market Day. Also, quite possibly, the fact that, when he did make payment in actual coin, that coin had not necessarily been earned by way of actual honest labor. He rolled his eyes and sighed; such distinctions were boring and tedious, and they made him feel tired. And they were pointless as well, when there was such fun to be had! (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: “Daniel” skin by Simple Spad (Signature Skin Labs). "Serafim"
hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio).
Post Category: 22769,Accessories,Casual,Designer Reviews,Gloves,Hats,Jackets,Outfits,Pants,Period,Roleplay,Sales,Shirts,Shoes,Shorts,Steampunk
March 5th, 2010 at 04:36pmRyan Darragh
I cannot tell you—I don’t think I can even begin—how much I dislike the word “murse.” It’s not even a word, really. It’s just a fake word somebody made up because they didn’t want to say “man purse.” And you can see why, but still. I mean, why does it have to be a “purse” of any kind?
Because I do like bags, and men often do really get the short end of the stick when it comes to things to contain and carry their stuff in. Women of course have purses, which are (in Western culture, at least) universally accepted not just as a utilitarian necessity but as a legitimate fashion accessory, and often a quite beautiful one. They take a variety of forms, as well, for different seasons and occasions: shoulder bags, tote bags, handbags, clutches, and the list goes on. And then there are the many interpretations and variations in shape, size, color, accents, trim—they’re almost like butterflies, with no two alike.
Men have wallets. Usually in black or brown. See what I mean? (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: “Daniel” skin by Simple Spad (Signature Skin Labs). “Nick” hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). Firenze Blues suit by Shiryu Musashi (Musashi-Do). React sunglasses by Rohal Schnyder (Role Optic).
Post Category: Bags,Dressy,Jeepers Shoes,New Items,SOHO Fashion,Shoes
February 25th, 2010 at 08:07pmRyan Darragh
[i] Things had never been easy on the farm. Raising crops was honest work, but hard, and it was all he had known his whole life. But since the drought had begun things had been ever harder. The soft greening wheat had turned brown and brittle; the dark brown earth had grown hard and grey. (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: “Justin” skin by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve). “Adam” hair by Bryce Tully (Bryce Designs). Homespun Eyes in Chambray by Posy Trudeau (Homespun). Headphones and stick bundle by AM Radio.
Post Category: Accessories,Casual,Eyes,Hats,Homespun,Jeans,New Items,Pants,Period,Shirts,Shoes,Sweaters,[Destinations]
February 5th, 2010 at 10:06amRyan Darragh
I love New Year’s Eve. In some ways, it reminds me of my senior prom. It’s an opportunity to get all glammed up, go out to a fabulous party, and play for an evening at being grown-up, or maybe at being rich. Or both.
And a great beauty of SL is that you don’t have to be rich to play at being rich. For the equivalent of the cost of a mocha latte or two, you can outfit your SL self in stunning style, with attire and accessories that would be the envy of even the hottest flavor-of-the-moment supermodel. Not that supermodels care all that much, anyway; wearing beautiful clothing is just a job to them.
It’s become something of an annual tradition for me to feature formalwear from Styles of edo. I guess that shouldn’t be too surprising—edo Tone’s formals are among the best I’ve seen, and they’re always some of my favorites. I’ve chosen a few designs from his 2009 collection that I think are especially noteworthy. Hopefully you’ll think so, too. (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: "Narcissus" skin by Theodore DuCasse (Zanzo). Arabesque Cross Ring by Yukirei Greene (Skill Normal). Braced Wooden Cane by Vincente Shepherd (Gaslights Emporium).
Post Category: Accessories,Coats,Dressy,Formal,Hair,Hats,Jackets,Jewelry,Pants,Rozoregalia,Shirts,Shoes,Styles of edo,Suits,Ties,Vests
December 31st, 2009 at 06:23pmRyan Darragh
Wow, um, sorry about that post title. Apparently I’m pathologically unable to resist a pun, even a fairly obvious one. I’m also such a sucker for sweet fabric textures, I can’t even tell you. Maybe this is why I find Wicked Loudon’s new menswear designs so appealing. After all, one could argue that, on the surface, they’re not necessarily breaking much new ground from a design perspective. Sweater vest with shirt? T-shirt? Jeans? Ho-hum, I hear you saying…some of you, anyway, and you know who you are. But surely there’s room enough in the world for designers to put their own spin on familiar items, and hopefully, just maybe, bring something to them that’s fresh? I like to think so. Because here’s the thing: a good designer can take a familiar design and bring freshness to it, even if it’s “only” the designer’s own unique stylistic tweaks. I don’t know about you, but in RL I have more than one pair of jeans. Let’s not even talk about shoes. And am I a whore for a beautiful sweater? You bet your ass I am. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in world: Yes | Review copy: Some | Friends list: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Narcissus" skin by Theodore DuCasse (Zanzo). "Hinder" hair by Bryce Tully (Bryce Designs).
Post Category: Boots,Casual,Designer Reviews,Eyewear,Jeans,New Items,Nouveau Miranda,Sandals,Shirts,Shoes,Sweaters
December 1st, 2009 at 10:04pmRyan Darragh
Getting dressed is as easy as throwing on a pair of jeans and a shirt. But style is in the details, and that often means accessories – an area of fashion often difficult for men. Should the belt match the shoes? Should the shoes match the coat? Should the coat match the watch? Can’t I just say to hell with it and put on my bathrobe and stay home?
In any outfit, finding the right balance of accessories is key. Too few is bland; many and you end up looking like Mr. T (and that is only a good look on Mr. T). Further, your accessories should complement each other. While they don’t have to match exactly, they should appear to have the same purpose. Dress shoes look good with a suit, or parts of one; less so with Bermuda shorts. (more…)
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September 23rd, 2009 at 09:46amRyan Darragh
I think it may have been Oscar I was talking to when we mutually agreed that, if for some reason we could only and forever dress in risey Arai’s clothing designs, that would really be okay with us. I mean, of course we would miss the artistic approach and creative touches of any number of other designers, not to mention the simple joy of sheer variety. But risey’s designs are so comfortable, so carefully put together, so flat-out beautiful that it’s hard to imagine feeling especially deprived if for some reason my wardrobe were mysteriously limited to things I could find at :sey.
Today I’m showing off a handful of risey’s more recent releases—just a few, but they’re all sweet. Most if not all of risey’s clothing designs are characterized by excellent use of sculpties, and these are no exception. Forgive me if I run out of superlatives; it’s an occupational hazard. (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: "Edwen" skin by Namida Akami (MUWU).
Post Category: Accessories,Casual,Eyewear,Hair,Hats,New Items,PrimOptic,Shirts,Shoes,Shop Therapy,Shorts,sey
August 28th, 2009 at 01:27pmRyan Darragh
Do you ever get a crazy question stuck in your head, and you just can’t shake it? You know what I mean. It’s usually an “I wonder” type of question, typically one with no readily apparent answer. For a kid it may be, “I wonder why the sky is blue?” Adults may venture into the philosophical with “How do they get all those clowns in that little clown car?” And then there’s the eternal classic: “How many angels can dance on the head of a pin?”
Well, recently for me it was “I wonder how elves dress in summer?” I know—it’s not exactly earth-shattering. And yet…I really wondered. How do elves dress, anyway, for say a summer picnic? Or a cruise, maybe, or just business casual? Try though I might, I just couldn’t shake it. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan:"Edwen" skin by Namida Akami (MUWU). "Lovestruck" eyes by Photos Nikolaidis (A:S:S).
Post Category: Accessories,Casual,Caverna Obscura,Defectiva,Dressy,Gems & Kisses,Hair,Jackets,NachtMusik,Outfits,Shirts,Shoes,Shorts,Suits,Wasabi Pills,Yukirei Greene
August 20th, 2009 at 12:05pmRyan Darragh
I was told the hardest thing to do when you’re a guest style consultant was to write a few words on the outfit. They probably had never met someone like me before, with a cazillion outfits and different looks in my inventory, by far the hardest was finding just one that shouted out here is jamie Cheeky, mainly because I morph alot on style.
The skin part is easy. After 2.5 years of running about SL in a old Naughty skin I decided to go for a new look. Zanzo Seraphim – Raphael (freckly) was perfect. I’m not a 6 pack lover or a gorilla chest freak and Zanzo fitted the bill. I got the freckles just because I thought they were cute and added a youthful spirit to the look. $L 1200 at Zanzo. (more…)
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August 17th, 2009 at 08:47amRyan Darragh
I don’t often venture into the realm of what could be called High Fashion. I guess it’s just not my thing. Now, when I say High Fashion I don’t mean Italian suits, expensive tuxedos, diamond-studded watches, that kind of thing. No, I’m talking about slick, celebrity-worthy clothing and accessories that in RL have price tags that range from extravagant to exorbitant to unthinkable, at least for you and me. The kind of designs you see on models in high-gloss layouts in big, shiny style magazines. The ones you leave out on your coffee table so people will think you’re Somebody. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Ichiro" skin by Denchu Dench (DEN-DOU). "Owen" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). "Lovestruck" eyes by Photos Nikolaidis (A:S:S). Sensual Hoodie by Mat Kungler (Sensual Mistery). Stranded Jean X by Dragontat Zagato (Desert Moon Clothiers). Tube socks by Aimee Weber (for American Apparel).
Post Category: Accessories,Casual,Designer Reviews,Eyewear,Gloves,Jewelry,New Items,Shoes,Uncleweb Studio,Yvette Vultee
August 14th, 2009 at 09:35amRyan Darragh
This post is Part II of my coverage of Menlosophy, designs by Amanda Bolero and ziamela Loon. You can read Part I here.
One of the more traditional Menlosophy designs is undoubtedly the Chess shirt. When I say “traditional,” I don’t mean it as a slam–it’s not code for “conventional” or even ”old-fashioned”–and I mention it at all only because I’ve said so much in this context about getting outside the box. This shirt may still have one sleeve inside the box, but it’s such a handsome design, in such a challenging fabric print, that I can’t help but love it. The cut is flattering, and the tight check print is potentially problematic but done so well that it looks better than it has any right to do. Sculpted collar and cuffs are pretty much de rigeur for dressy shirts these days, and many casual shirts as well. Here the collar is casual but smart, with sharply creased edges and crisp points. The cuffs are equally casual but softer, rounder, and they looked comfortably turned-up. L$150. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Most | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Vivant Buff" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur). "Akami" hair by Maddox DuPont (MADesigns). "numero83" sunglasses by Youki Ran (Ottico).
Post Category: Casual,Designer Reviews,Dressy,Jackets,Menlosophy,New Items,Outfits,Pants,Shirts,Shoes
June 23rd, 2009 at 03:04pmRyan Darragh
You’ve heard it. So have I. People complain not just about the relative dearth of menswear designs in SL (in comparison to the vast selection available for women, and although I suffer no shortage of fine items to feature here I think this is still generally true), but about the “sameness” we often see as well. (Sometimes it seems like everyone with Photoshop and a Wacom tablet has a shop selling jeans, tees and polos.) They want something interesting, fresh, original–”outside the box.” Hey, I’ve been known to join in that chorus myself. I’m a big fan of contemporary casual clothing, too, but within that fairly broad category it seems like there should be more room for exploration.
With their new collection at Menlosophy, design partners Amanda Bolero and ziamela Loon push the envelope and stretch the boundaries more than just a bit. Sure, much of the collection qualifies as “contemporary casual”–what’s not to love?–but few of any of the designs are simple or ordinary. One of my favorite pieces is the Velvet jacket, shown here in Verde. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Most | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Vivant Buff" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur). "Akami" hair by Maddox DuPont (MADesigns).
Post Category: Casual,Designer Reviews,Dressy,Jackets,Menlosophy,New Items,Outfits,Pants,Shirts,Shoes
June 19th, 2009 at 04:29pmRyan Darragh
We still have a few weeks left of Spring, but Summer’s coming on fast. I can feel it sometimes in the air, and already we’ve had to run the a/c for a day or two here and there. I’ve pulled out my shorts for the season in RL, and it seems appropriate to do the same in SL.
And there’s a bonus–in SL (although not in RL, at least not yet), I have some favorite new cargo shorts. And cargo pants. All in one. I’m talking about Masaru Raymaker’s new 4-Way Cargo Pants. What exactly are 4-Way Pants? you may well be wondering. Never fear! I shall tell you.
It’s fairly straightforward, actually. The name pretty much tells the whole story. By mixing and matching from an impressive selection of clothing-layer pieces and sculpted pockets and cuffs, Masaru’s 4-Way Cargos can be worn in four different ways, for four different looks: as shorts; cropped, or rolled to just below the knee; with the standard “system” pants cuffs we all know and love/hate; and with flared, slouchie cuffs. Not only are these impressively flexible, like all of Masaru’s designs they’re amazingly good-looking. (more…)
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Notes: On Ryan: "Gen-X" skin by Theodore DuCasses (Zanzo).
Post Category: CREAMSHOP,Casual,Eyewear,Hair,Hats,Jewelry,M.R.M.,Monolith,New Items,Pants,Shirts,Shoes,Shorts,Sweaters,Zanzo
May 27th, 2009 at 12:18pmRyan Darragh
Some days I feel kind of James Dean-esque. By that I don’t particularly mean anguished, troubled, angst-ridden, and overwhelmed with longing for Natalie Wood (or Sal Mineo). I do mean what seems to us now a simpler time, when girls wore poodle skirts and cat’s-eye glasses, boys smoked without fear of consequences, and rebellion and romance were intimately related. I mean the brightly lit, soft-focus era when my mother grew up and remembers well, although having worn them every day she just doesn’t understand today’s nostalgia for yesterday’s fashions. I mean the kind of idealized Fifties that Antonia Marat seems to believe in with her whole being, and that she designs to within an inch of its virtual life. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Rage" hair by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). Day of the Dead tattoo by Truth Hawks (TRUTH). Jonas jeans (with ankle socks) by Antonia Marat (Artilleri). Dexter glasses by Zabitan Assia (FORM). Lucky Charm freebie necklace by Rosie Barthelmess (Sable Rose). 8-Ball ring by Elsa Weatherwax (SaLsA!).
Post Category: Accessories,Artilleri,Casual,HOC Industries,Juice,New Items,Period,Shirts,Shoes
April 22nd, 2009 at 08:52amRyan Darragh
I recently received an intriguing note from edo Tone, designer of fantastic formalwear. In the note (and I’m paraphrasing here), edo acknowledged the problematic nature of white clothing in SL and nonetheless stated his firm belief that men still want white suits and tuxedos. With this in mind, he had recently completed a white tuxedo of which he was very proud, and it was his humble hope that others would admire it too. He included a couple of snapshots for my reference.
I was intrigued. I decided to take a closer look. After all, short of nuking the site from orbit, it’s the only way to be sure. edo’s White Tuxedo for 2009 is a beautiful piece of work. I think it compares most favorably with Shai’s Classic Tux in white, which has been my go-to white tux for the last several months. It’s good to have options. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan "Ryder" hair by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). GearShift Boxer Briefs by Donovan Brennen (GearShift).
Post Category: Formal,Jackets,New Items,PXL Creations,Pants,Shirts,Shoes,Skins,Styles of edo,Suits,Vests
April 9th, 2009 at 04:23pmRyan Darragh
To begin with, in second life, I’m a DJ and manager at The Wharf. I host events for other Djs, as well. If you’ve never been to the Wharf, you are missing out on a fantastic place. Chester Howley and Finnegan Chesnokov are the dynamic duo that own the place, and have made it into the awesome place it is today. I love to talk to and meet people. And I love to share my music – hence the DJ thing.
You could say that I spend a great deal of time in and around music on SL. I enjoy exploring various places, whether its a music club, seeing interesting builds, or going shopping and doing things with my friends. I have met some fantastic people, and have grown very close to a few. (more…)
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April 7th, 2009 at 11:16amRyan Darragh
I love dressing up and going out. I mean, hey, who doesn’t? There’s just something about looking good that makes you feel good. Plus, as my granny used to say, “Looking nice shows people you care.” If there’s one thing my sisters and I have learned in life it’s that, over time, our granny and our mom are always right.
What does it take to “look good”? Of course there’s no simple way to answer that question, but I’m going to take a fairly traditional approach today and start with a suit. If you’re worried that this means I’m suggesting that “looking good = stuffy,” fear not! And trust me.
Although it’s not a new discovery, I truly feel you just can’t go wrong with the classic Wool Suit by Blaze Columbia. There are certainly plenty of other suits out there, and I own a number of other fine ones, but this is the one I keep coming back to–the lines are clean, the style classic, the detailing meticulous, and the colors to die for. I love this luxurious, softly shiny blue like I love my dog. Well, like I imagine I would love my dog, if I had a dog. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Surf's Up" hair by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). Wool Suit by Blaze Columbia (Blaze). Form dress shirt by Adam Soler (Lookr).
Post Category: Blaze Columbia,Bliensen + MaiTai,Dressy,Jewelry,Lookr,Mhaijik Things,New Items,Shirts,Shoes,Suits,Ties
April 2nd, 2009 at 03:17pmRyan Darragh
I have a terrible confession to make. Are you ready? Please don’t make me say this more than once, it’s bad enough as it is. Okay, here goes: Stuff gets lost in my inventory sometimes.
There, I said it. Wow, I feel about a thousand times better already! Confession really is good for the soul.
Does this ever happen to you? It’s not just me, right? Tell me it’s not. Maybe “lost” is too strong a word, though. It’s really more about organization, or rather lack thereof, and therefore the possibility or impossibility of actually finding things, and less about items somehow going *poof*. Unfortunately, what this sometimes means is that interesting things I’ve acquired but not yet featured here end up falling by the virtual wayside. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!).
Post Category: ARGRACE,Casual,Hair,Jeans,Jewelry,Kunstkammer,New Items,Novocaine,Sable Rose Jewelry,Shirts,Shoes
March 26th, 2009 at 03:15pmRyan Darragh
You never know what a billionaire might look like. Not all of them look like Rockefellers. It might be the guy sitting next to you on the bus (improbable), or the woman with the gaudy jewelry and the loud voice in the ladies’ room at the opera (more likely). Chances are it’s not the checker at the supermarket, although a recent lotto win is at least technically possible. But it certainly could be the guy sitting in front of you at the racetrack–you know, the guy in the fedora, very casually dressed, sitting alone, doesn’t talk much, never even glances at the racing form. The one who never cheers or has any reaction at all to the outcome of the races. The one who never seems to win or lose, just makes silent trips to the mutuel window every so often. The guy who pays zero attention to the cute blond jockey-ette to his right (although that could be her choice of skin, which although pretty is a demo). He could definitely be a billionaire, or at least a millionaire, especially if it’s a weekday, when the gainfully employed are typically at work, gainfully pursuing their employment. So, yeah, you never know what a billionaire might look like. I mean, look at Bill Gates.
(more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Daniel" skin by Simple Spad (Signature). "Modern Rail" hair by rika Oyen (ARGRACE). Boxer briers by Donovan Brennen (GearShift).
Post Category: Casual,Civvies,Hats,Jewelry,New Items,Pants,Shirts,Shit Luck,Shoes,Unknown Boutique,Urban Bomb Unit
March 19th, 2009 at 04:38pmRyan Darragh
After two years in Second Life (SL) I am only now realizing how much SL mimics Real Life (RL) — be it personalities, behaviours, creations, fashions and more (1). I dare say, without trying, my RL self has bled almost fully into my SL self. When I first entered SL I knew I wished to explore the Victorian gentleman aspect of myself. Being a clothes whore in RL, it was natural for me to insist on finding just the perfect outfits that I had envisioned towards my creation. Two years ago, the selection of Victorian clothing available was miniscule and in many cases, not exactly what I was looking for. I suffered my fashion crisis in silence, but remained vigilant in keeping a spectacled eye towards growing and new designers. (more…)
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March 18th, 2009 at 10:32amRyan Darragh
Ryan: The first thing I noticed about Dimitri is that all of his prim accessories–clothing components, hair, jewelry, glasses–were perfectly fitted. It’s not that I’m constantly going around and checking out how guys have fitted their prims…well, actually I guess I do in fact do that. Hey, it’s part of the job! But almost any guy will let one thing or another slide just a bit, or decide not to lose any sleep over that one last strand of hair. Not Dimitri. I’m pretty uptight about fitting hair myself, so I feel his angst.
Dimitri: Well, I must admit, I was a little nervous when I sent in the application for the guest style consultant. I have been interested in doing something like this for quite some time and when I saw [Ryan's] post on the web site, I jumped at the opportunity. I have been in SL about five months now, but ever since the first month I have really been into men’s fashion. I create my outfits with the intention of being noticed and standing out in a crowd. I am more of a casual guy when it comes to clothes, but I don’t limit myself to that type of style. I also love to dabble in other types. (more…)
Post Category: Aitui,Belleza,Casual,Eyewear,Hair,Jeans,Jewelry,Kalnins,MADesigns,Shirts,Shoes,Skins,Sole Accessory,Tattoos,WMD,[Guest Style Consultant],a.C,dEVOL
March 12th, 2009 at 02:38pmRyan Darragh
When I recently put together a new and very different avatar for myself (in response to a Style Throwdown challenge from Express), I never intended for him to be a one-shot deal. Frankly, the investment (in skins, hair, and attitue) was not exactly insignificant, and I not only planned but promised to bring him back now and then. I figured, if nothing else, he’d provide a way for me to explore and present some designs that might not otherwise be quite Ryan’s style.
Trevor Turner has been creating the Young Urban line for a good while now, refining his technique along the way, and his recent designs, while still low-key and relatively straightforward, have been ever more polished and interesting. Take for example the Vest shown here. The neckline scoops casually low, the fabric texture is slightly, comfortably rough rather than refined and smooth, the shading depicts realistic tugs and tension in the fabric rather than arbitrary wrinkles. Wear it alone, with tee, or with short-sleeved white shirt and prim cuffs. L$190 each in four colors: Black, Blue, Brown and Grey. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Kamal" skin and "Busta 2" hair by shiloh Jun (Shiloh Jun).
Post Category: Casual,Designer Reviews,Eyewear,IcaruS,Jeans,Jewelry,M.R.M.,New Items,ROLE Optic,Redgrave,Shirts,Shoes,Updated Items,Urban,Vests,Young Urban
January 29th, 2009 at 04:37pmRyan Darragh
Sometimes, you find great stuff in unexpected places. A friend recently gave me the truly wacky gift of a new facelight (no, really, it’s wacky–and if it looks a little uncomfortable, that’s because it is), and there was a landmark in the folder. This led me inexorably to check out just what kind of crazy-ass shop would sell such oddball stuff.
And so I ended up at House of Curios, where among other things (including this fantastic Nixie Clock (72 prims, so be sure you’ve got room for it) I found the best L$10 shoes I’ve seen. Guu Nishi’s “Skoochers” are fine casual shoes of quality construction that far outshines their selling price. The sculpted uppers have a smoothly rounded, slightly chunky, altogether pleasing shape. The shoes are handsomely finished in smooth leather, and details include prim laces, padding at the ankles, and a “pull tab” at the heel. They’re dirt cheap at L$10, and as if that’s not enough you get shoes in both Brown and Dark Grey. (more…)
Post Category: Casual,HOC Industries,Shoes
January 15th, 2009 at 08:00pmRyan Darragh
Before I talk about Jazz, y’all might be wondering what a busker is. Buskers are street performers.
Now, about Jazz. There’s no easy way to define what Jazz is but that’s what makes this a fun theme for the throwdown. From swing to bebop to jazz fusion *shudders*, there’s no easy way to define jazz. And there definitely is no easy way to peg someone as a jazz peformer. That’s why Ryan Darragh, our resident editor in chief, and I decided to each put down 3500L to start our own jazz ensemble.
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Post Category: Casual,Eyewear,Freebies,Hair,Hats,Jackets,Jeans,Pants,Shirts,Shoes,Skins,Style Throwdown
January 11th, 2009 at 05:43pmExpress Zenovka
I did something new and unusual this year. I took vacation over the Christmas and New Year holidays. Two weeks off from work, to be precise. I had no travel plans, as my immediately family members all live fairly close to one another, but I wanted to try out a less busy and stressful holiday season, to see what that was like. I had all these plans for fun and productive things I was going to do, and some of these were actually accomplished. But mostly I, um, sat around and was pretty mellow.
As fallout, I suppose, of all this calm and relaxation, the holidays seemed for me perhaps not to pass more slowly but somehow to last longer, if that makes sense. Here it is, January 8, and I’m still feeling festive. Hey, we’ve only just passed Twelfth Night! In fact, our tree is still up.
I’m also still (so far) going strong with winter formalwear, although I might be just about ready to wrap this series up. Today’s installment features new creations by swaffette Firefly, longtime SL resident and designer, currently available at her new über classy formalwear boutique, High Society. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: "Cole" skin by Commandah Keen (Dernier Cri). "Denis" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). SF Design Brogues (with color-change scripting) by swaffette Firefly (SF Design).
Post Category: Coats,Dressy,Formal,High Society,Jackets,New Items,Pants,Period,SF Design,Shirts,Shoes,Suits,Ties,Uncleweb Studio,Vests
January 8th, 2009 at 05:01pmRyan Darragh
Previous Posts
here are new sculpted-prim shoes at Guu Nishi‘s House of Curios Industries (HOC) and they are both stunning and inexpensive. We’ve featured HOC running shoes before: Rhys Ackmann, a guest consultant, loved his Bolts; Ryan wore some chucks as part of a rock-a-billy outfit and once called HOC‘s Skoochers “The best $10 shoes I’ve ever seen.” The new extended shoe selection at HOC offers phenomenal value for money and their flexibility makes them the new “Go To” shoes.
Many HOC shoes have tags with the company initials; on the Easy Striders, this is a little metal piece on the piping around the top of the shoe. Click the shoes to be presented with a blue dialog box to change texture. There are 10 texture possibilities in all, although the last 5 are only unlocked to HOC group members (you’ll need to have membership activated when you put on the shoe to enable the extra textures). All this for L$75! Copy and Modify are allowed; no Transfer. Also in the folder is a version of the shoes for Viewer 2. From what I’ve heard on the forums, I hope to never see that particular version in person. (more…)
