Posts filed under 'Vests'
The yacht club is a venerable institution among the monied classes. If nothing else, it provides an outlet for spending said money, drinking liquor, lounging about on hot lazy summer afternoons, and dancing away the evenings, as immortalized in Fats Waller’s 1938 song “Yacht Club Swing.” Not to mention providing a good place to keep one’s yacht, or yachts. I’m just hoping that upcoming regatta doesn’t turn into a three-hour tour. Please don’t let me end up on an island populated by the Skipper, his Little Buddy and the rest of their motley crew (although, in all honesty, I wouldn’t mind a weekend swapping style tips with Ginger Grant). Fortunately, you don’t have to maroon yourself on an uncharted desert isle just to be one of the Idle Rich. In swaffette Firefly’s new “SF Design Henley” outfit, you too can be Thurston Howell, III. All you need to provide is your very own Lovey. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Dan" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). Havana sandals by Eponymous Trenchmouth (JCS).
Post Category: Casual, Hats, Jackets, New Items, Outfits, Pants, SF Design, Shirts, Sportswear, Sweaters, Vests
August 28th, 2008 at 01:03pmRyan Darragh

Sometimes when I go shopping at June Dion’s BareRose Tokyo, it makes me crazy. That could be the lag, which can be ferocious. Or it could be that I can’t walk out of there without clicking BUY at least, oh, four or five times. I usually have a folder in my inventory that contains just the last few things I picked up there, so hopefully I’ll think of them when special occasions arise, or at least remember to try them on at some point. The very existence of this folder inspired the topic (and title) of this post. I’m only surprised it took so long. I’ve had these for at least a little while, so I won’t call them “new.” I checked last night, and there are a number of more recently released designs available now, so some of these have been moved out of the New Items towers at the front of the store. Such are the productivity and prowess of June’s CS3 monkeys.
The “Galaxy Train Ride” ensemble for men makes me happy. The name alone puts a smile on my face. I mean, honestly–can you not think of a dandy gentleman boarding a steam-powered rocket train for a quick jaunt to the center of the Milky Way? And, being a gentleman, of course he’d take along some bread, cheese, fruit and wine for a nice picnic lunch. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). ML020 skin by Yukimaru Koba (Z#road Men's Shop). "Keats" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). Old Shoes and Boho Sandals by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Accessories, Bags, BareRose Tokyo, Casual, Coats, Dressy, Fantasy, Gloves, Goth, Hats, Outfits, Pants, Period, Shirts, Vests
August 23rd, 2008 at 07:07amRyan Darragh
So, I picked up this period suit a little while back, with a certain larger, themed article in mind. For a variety of reasons, that didn’t quite work out–it happens, unfortunately. Ever since, it’s been sitting in my inventory, waiting patiently, reminding me every so often that it’s still there, still beautiful, eager to be worn. Absent the larger article’s context, I couldn’t decide how to present it. Finally, last night, it came together in my head…with, as the song says, a little help from a friend.
DoC Eldritch’s “1846 (Blackened)” suit has a fantastic Old American West feel–I can easily see Al Swearengen wearing it just to intimidate Cy Tolliver or impress Mr. Wu, unlikely though he might be to achieve success in either endeavor. It represents true, lovingly maintained gentleman’s finery of an era when true finery might be found but rarely, and then it was quite likely to be ill cared-for and shabby. Not so here. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Noir" skin and eyes by Posy Trudeau (Flesh Peddlers, Silent location only). "Serafin" hair by Din Raymaker (Uncleweb Studio). Quixote boots by Eponmyous Trenchmouth (JCS).
Post Category: Coats, DE Designs, Dressy, Fantasy, Outfits, Pants, Period, Shirts, Vests
August 14th, 2008 at 07:35pmRyan Darragh
Let us sing the praises of the humble waistcoat, unjustly neglected for decades. Nowadays it seems that even gentlemen such as ourselves could go for years without ever wearing one except at weddings and attending Royal Ascot every year. Yet it forms a crucial article of gentlemen’s attire in other subcultures, such as the Steampunk sims. I ran across Nix Sands’ rakish Xcentricity brand first in Port Babbage and was captivated as soon as I saw them. My favourite is Poisson, here portrayed in what are indelicately called ’sooty tones.’ The celtic design is printed on the finest satin and the garment is reassuringly snug without pulling tight.
Other gentlemen may frown on it, but I love to leave my jacket behind and take the air in only my shirt sleeves and waistcoat — ah, the daring informality of it all! Clearly Mssr Sands did not have such indiscretions in mind, since the backs of his waistcoats not only lack the design, but are not even satin, merely cotton, with bunching showing clearly as a buckled strap takes up the slack fabric where the garment tapers at the waist. [I stand corrected on this point; please now see Baron Wulfenbach's comment to this article below.] Poisson is also available in indigo, olive and salmon (all of them much nicer names than ’sooty;’ …I ask you!) and costs only 80L$. You may not see them when you first enter the shop — cycle through the vendor which also sells the ‘Steamy’ and ‘Wheeler’ waistcoats, to which we turn next. (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 blackened grey by Elikapeka Tiramisu (ETD). "Finesse" glasses with scripted frames and lenses by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Suits, shirts and prim bow tie by Vincente Shepherd (Gaslights Emporium).
Post Category: Dressy, Formal, Steampunk, Vests, Xcentricity
June 29th, 2008 at 11:32amMr. Oh

The last few days, I’ve been hoping on and off (more on than off) that the “unseasonably warm” temperatures in my RL home city (Los Angeles) will return quickly to milder and more usual weather. Please, God, let the meteorologists be meaningfully right, just for once. I know it will be 110 Fahrenheit degrees plus in September, but right now it is quite frankly too damn early in the season for this nonsense. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: Envision Platinum skin by Maximillion Grant (The Body Politik). "Jason" hair by Garbage Prototype (Random Fashions).
Post Category: A2NZ, Accessories, BUKKA, Boots, Casual, Eyewear, Hats, House of London, Men's Corner, Outfits, Shirts, TheZoo, Vests
May 16th, 2008 at 09:38pmRyan 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
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
Just so you’ll know, I do occasionally learn from my own experiences. Although I’m embarking here on an overall designer review (rather than a specific new release), I will endeavor not to make again the tactical error I made when I reviewed Gaia Goodnight’s Darkstar Designs earlier this month, namely the ill-advised decision to include umpteen different outfits and items in a single post. And don’t get it wrong–the temptation to do so again with Kavar Cleanslate’s designs at Exile was very, very strong. However, I’m confident that you are a gentle and patient people, and you’re willing to accept delayed rather than instant gratification. If not, you can just TP over to the shop and check things out for yourself.
Kavar mentioned to me that he’s really into themed outfits and costumes right now, and I want to cover a couple of his new releases for you here. Imagine the possibilities for themed nights at your favorite club! Hmm, sometimes there are cash prizes…I’m just sayin’. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Accessories, Casual, Costumes, Designer Reviews, Dressy, Exile, Hair, Hats, Jeans, New Items, Novelty, Outfits, Pants, Shirts, Ties, Vests
February 27th, 2008 at 07:27pmRyan Darragh
It’s been months since I showed you around hyasynth Tiramisu’s Silent Sparrow collection for men. Since then, she’s released several wonderful outfits for men and remodelled her sim and shop. I’m told by reliable sources that it’s totally amazing if you use the Windlight viewer. There’s a big reopening party planned for this weekend.
The most fabulous of the new releases is a new steampunk era suit called Sprocket. It comes in 6 flavours; I chose ‘dusk,’ the purple one (but couldn’t resist some extra colours, as you’ll see). The folder contained a jacket garment with prim jacket tails for men and for women, two pairs of trousers, two shirts (on the undershirt layer) with dusk-coloured ties/cravats painted on, and a dusk-coloured waistcoat/vest (on the shirt layer). (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 white blackened by Elikapeka Tiramisu (ETD). "Twinz" glasses with scripted frames and lenses by Nibb Tardis (primOptic).
Post Category: Dressy, Formal, Goth, New Items, Novelty, Outfits, Pants, Period, Shirts, Silent Sparrow, Suits, Vests
February 22nd, 2008 at 04:33pmMr. Oh
Sometimes guys just want to have fun. I know, I know, in the song Cyndi’s talking about girls, but fortunately Jeanni Nishi knows the real truth: it’s guys, too. (You know the song, of course. If not–first, shame on you, and second, you’ll never win on Jeopardy if the Daily Double is in Eighties Pop.) Jeanni is just starting to roll out designs at her new shop Sweeet!!, but she already has some fun stuff for the guys, and the girls haven’t been forgotten either.
Here I’m wearing the Seersucker Shirt (L$100) in Brown, but you’ll find it in a variety of other colors as well. I’m layering with the Tartan Vest (L$100) in Red, because as you know I’ve got something of an affinity for the family of warmer tones, but you have plenty of other color choices. Hey, it’s a guilty pleasure, but I’ve decided not to give it up for Lent.
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Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan:FORM skin (pale, eyeliner) by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Sordid" hair by Tami McCoy (Hair Designs by Tami McCoy). Relics Casual shoes (Obsidian Sun) by Donovan Brennen (GearShift).
Post Category: Accessories, Casual, New Items, Pants, Shirts, Sweeet!!, Vests
February 21st, 2008 at 09:18pmRyan Darragh
Whenever I heard the word “romantic” I am immediately reminded of a scene in the movie “Moonstruck.” You know the scene—where Raymond Capomaggi, still madly in love with his wife Rita after many years together and apparently all but undone by the lovers’ moon that seems to be influencing everyone in sight, sings aloud a snippet of Rogers and Hart’s “Isn’t It Romantic?” Apparently, he was a tiger last night.
One thing we can take away from this delightful moment is that romance is not the exclusive province of the young and beautiful—anyone can be romantic. Maybe this is a bit of a stretch, but I think this also suggests that dressing romantically doesn’t just mean lipstick-kissed boxer briefs (not that there’s anything wrong with that)—it can be anything that represents an effort to connect to your significant other and make something special happen for both of you. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Adam" skin by Hart Larsson (PXL Creations). "The Cadiz" hair by Liam Oliver (Armidi). "Mess It Up" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). Old Shoes and Spencers dress shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). Oslo half-boots by Eponymous Trenchmouth (JCS Shoes). Gentlemen’s Black Suede Shoes by Vincente Shepherd (Gaslights Emporium).
Post Category: BareRose Tokyo, Casa Del Shai, Casual, Civvies, Coats, Dressy, Eros Designs, Fantasy, Formal, Jewelry, Last Call, Men's Corner, Mhaijik Things, New Items, Outfits, Pants, Period, Shirts, Suits, Vests
February 10th, 2008 at 10:15pmRyan Darragh
My home sim hates me. I don’t mean the estate region I live in; I mean the simulator hardware that runs it. I think it really hates me, and I’m pretty sure it’s because of the high-prim-count accessories I love so much. Sometimes I think I can feel it chug and grind as I click to put on a 200-prim hairstyle. It’s a terrible thing to be so vain. I don’t blame the designers–this failing is all mine, and I take full responsibility. After all, they only create their primtastic masterpieces; I decide on my own to wear them, nobody holds a scripted gun to my virtual head. That said, some of the “worst offenders” (in a good way) in my inventory are jewelry and accessories by Yukirei Greene. Even her apparently simple designs tend to be highly complex upon close inspection: chains are made of dozens if not hundreds of minuscule prim links; what might be highly detailed 2-D textures turn out to be “inlays” of tiny prims. You get the idea. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "ML020" skin by Yukimaru Koba (Z#road Men's Shop). " Billie II" hair by Aemilia Case (Philotic Energy). Geisha Shirt, Soot Jeans and Lazy Shoes ("Hime" design) by Zabitan Assia (FORM).
Post Category: Accessories, Casual, Dressy, FORM, Fantasy, Goth, Jewelry, New Items, Vests, Yukirei Greene
January 24th, 2008 at 02:14amRyan Darragh
For my final post of 2007, I thought I’d make just a few suggestions for possible New Year’s Eve party attire. It seemed to me that formalwear was called for, so here are just a few of my favorites, some recent, that haven’t been featured here before.
If you’re looking for a beautifully designed traditional tuxedo, consider the variety of styles by designer edo Tone. The simple, classic style at right (L$400) has clean lines, a notched silk collar, and silk-edged pockets. The pants are elegantly textured, with a cleanly defined crease. The shawl collar tux at left (L$500) is done with the same attention to detail. Also available are a “High Grade” tux (L$600), with jacket textured in deep charcoal rather than inky black, and for variety a grey tux (also L$600). Note that the prices given here are for the tuxedo jacket and pants only; all tuxedo styles are also available in “coordinated sets” with wing collar shirts, vests, cummerbunds, and ties in various colors and styles. These accessory items are also available individually, so you can mix and match or expand your wardrobe with specific items to your personal taste. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Dante" skin by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Wentz" hair by Truth Hawks (TRUTH). City Walk shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Casa Del Shai, Dressy, Formal, JCS (Jeepers Creepers Shoes), Jackets, New Items, Pants, SF Design, Shirts, Shoes, Styles of edo, Suits, Ties, Vests
December 31st, 2007 at 12:57pmRyan Darragh
Look. Now look hard. This is Banneret, the latest release from artist hyasynth Tiramisu of Silent Sparrow. There are more clothes for women than for men at the shop, but the outfits for men, like Banneret, are exceptional. There are four versions (400L$ each, fat pack 1200L$). Each is the same shape, each has prim cuffs and the innovative straight prim collar with buttons. And each comes with gloves, trousers and a jacket that can be worn on its own or with a flexi-prim tunic extension. This version is called Twilight. Think it’s just black? Look again. Look at that purple piping trim. Each has different coloured details. Now look harder. Each has a different intricate brocade pattern, soft black on hard black. There are secrets about black. But the real story of Silent Sparrow is the story of colours you cannot see. (more…)
Disclosure: NOTES: On Mr. Oh: Nora Entice - Hunter Almond by Sezmra Svarog (Nora BodySkins & Fashion). Freebie "Sleek" hair in Nickel by Elika Tiramisu (ETD). AFantasy Men's Harley Engineer boots in black and brown by Lightwave and SexyEyes Valkyrie (AFantasy Emporium). Scripted Toprim glasses by Damanios Thetan (Collection Damani).
Notes: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Post Category: Coats, Costumes, Designer Reviews, Dressy, Fantasy, Formal, Goth, Jackets, Novelty, Outfits, Period, Shirts, Silent Sparrow, Suits, Vests
October 26th, 2007 at 06:30pmMr. Oh
The New Babbage Victorian steampunk region came to my attention by way of the New Babbage build on this year’s Relay For Life track. It was while exploring in Babbage Square that I discovered Gaslights Emporium, a men’s clothing and accessories shop featuring designs by Vincente Shepherd. The shop itself is fairly new, and some items are new within the last week or two. Here you can find everything you need to outfit yourself as a proper Victorian gentleman, from clothing to accessories–and a few toys as well.
The Gentleman’s Suit (L$400) is available in your choice of Blue, Green, Black, Claret (shown), Brown and Charcoal. It includes jacket, trousers, shirt, waistcoat, flexi coat bottom and prim bowtie. Vincente is currently making these available on a “buy one, get one free” basis–details are available in the shop. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: FORM skin by Zabitan Assia (FORM). "Gabriel" hair by Lost Thereian (Naughty). Old Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things).
Post Category: Coats, Designer Reviews, Dressy, Eyewear, Fantasy, Formal, Gaslights Emporium, Jackets, New Items, Period, Steampunk, Suits, Vests
August 24th, 2007 at 06:51pmRyan Darragh

For those who have been hiding under a rock SL turns 4 years old this week. During all of our careers there have been many ups and downs - n’est-ce pas? - as we all go through our own growing pains in this surreal virtual space.
Within this anniversary week so much is in development or has occurred in the realm of culture relating to the Men’s Second Style blog as well as resident lifestyle in general.
Face of Asia Model Competition. Anyone who can coax those sliders in appearance mode to create a beautiful or handsome Asian shape is encouraged to enter this cultural modeling contest brought to us by the Asian Designers Summit. Contest guidelines can be found at the Women’s Second Style blog or by visiting the Men’s Second Style office, Casa Del Shai, Earthtones Boutique, Muse or Nicky Ree’s Boutique in-world. Face of Asia is open to all residents. Round 1 submissions close June 27, 2007 at midnight SLT.
Nora Body Skins by Sezmra Svarog. Since she teased audiences in mid-April with a sneak peak of her new generation of male skins in development I have been eagerly awaiting the release of her skins. This week, Sezmra displayed a more detailed vision of her skins - each appealing to a different segment of skin consumers: the toned “Hunter” and the svelte “David”. Nora is also offering up some SL4B freebies @ her shop and promises a rehaul of her store and sim.
Second Love Magazine. Tya Fallingbridge and Daphne Molinari announce this week the launch of Second Love Magazine on July 1, 2007. Second Love will be monthly PG publication covering a variety of issues affecting straight and gay residents whether in single, coupled or friendship relationships. The magazine will be accessible in-world and online. The launch party is set for July, 1st @ 7 P.M. SLT game time at Schmooze, Pixel Dreams (12, 146, 21).
As a reminder, if you are aware of any new designers or products that you discover during the week and would like to see included in this segment please look me up and IM me in-world.
[�] ACCESSORIES @ bind · Kψoot Army · Mhaijik Things · Philotic Energy · SiniStyle Design
[�] CLOTHING @ Blaze* · Casa Del Shai · [Random]
[�] HAIR @ Aitui · Gritty Kitty · [Random]
[�] SKINS @ Human Anatomy Skin Designs (more…)
Post Category: Accessories, Aitui, Blaze Columbia, Boots, Casa Del Shai, Casual, Goth, Gritty Kitty, Grunge, Hair, Human Anatomy Skin Design, Jewelry, Kyoot Army, Mhaijik Things, New Items, Outfits, Pants, Philotic Energy, Random Fashions, Shirts, SiniStyle Design, Sportswear, Ties, Urban, Vests, bind
June 24th, 2007 at 10:50pmCatero Revolution

Garbage Prototype has been mind-bogglingly busy out at Random these last few weeks, first with a series of new hairstyles (read about one here) and now some new casual clothing designs for the guys that areright up my alley. They seem a natural for putting together as an outfit, and that’s what I’ve done here. The Best Man vest/tee combo comes in seven colors:Black, Blue, Dark Brown, Green, Orangeish, Purple and Red. The vest colors are all muted and subdued rather than bright. Vest and classic white tee are combined on the same clothing layer, and all seven colors are provided on both the shirt and jacket layers for tucked and untucked wear. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: Dante Light (Toned) skin by Lost Thereian (Naughty). "Reject" hair by Bryce Tully (Wig Out). Striped Oxford Shoes by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). Geek Chic glasses by Cienna Rand (Primcrafters). Cord Bracelet with Copper by Mhaijik Guillaume (Mhaijik Things).
Post Category: Casual, Jewelry, Mhaijik Things, New Items, Pants, Random Fashions, Shirts, Vests
June 5th, 2007 at 06:44pmRyan Darragh