Posts filed under 'Style Throwdown'
The term rockabilly is a portmanteau of rock and hillbilly. The former is short for rock ‘n roll and the latter is a semi-derogatory reference to country music. As one of the earliest styles of rock ‘n roll, rockabilly music reveals a lot of about rock ‘n rolls origins developing out of blues, r&b, country, and gospel music. There’s always been a few styles associated with the movement — the gaudy stage clothes of stage performers, the clean cut pastel suits as those performers started to perform on television, and of course the “retro” style of the bad boys and pinup girls from the 50s. Because back then rock ‘n roll was just starting to be accepted by the masses as acceptable for the youth of the country. Here to reminisce with me is Achariya Maktoum of achariya.net. I don’t think I can classify her to a single style, since every time I go to her page I see a new one — she seems to have em all covered. Either way, that just makes this throwdown more challenging and fun.
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Post Category: Accessories, Boots, Eyes, Eyewear, Hair, Jeans, Period, Shirts, Shoes, Skins, Style Throwdown, Tattoos, Ties, Vests
November 14th, 2008 at 10:49pmExpress Zenovka
Sorry for being a few days late on these results, I was out of town last Friday and spent what part of the weekend that I was here trying to find Catero. You see, Catero’s a good friend of mine and when I didn’t see him online all weekend I got worried about him.
Seems my worry was justified. His partner wasn’t too happy when he lost the last style throwdown and decided to have a bit of “Alice in Wonderland fun” with him too. Poor guy. I may have finally pulled away with 42 votes vs. Cat’s 36, but it was a tough fought battle and there were plenty of times I was worries he would beat me. That’s probably because Catero’s the friend who helped me develop and refine the Blogger Style Throwdown format. Without Catero’s help, the throwdown’s would never have been the way they are today. On top of that, he’s always been there to help me out when I needed some advice to give an outfit a lil more punch. So send the man some aloe vera this week if you can. (more…)
Post Category: Style Throwdown
November 10th, 2008 at 09:51pmExpress Zenovka
In July of 1862, the Reverend Charles Lutwidge Dodgson and the Reverend Robinson Duckworth rowed in a boat up the River Thames with three little girls, the daughters of Henry George Liddell, the Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University and Dean of Christ Church as well as headmaster of Westminster School. During the ride, Dodgson apparently told the Liddell sisters a tale about a bored little girl named Alice.
Three years later, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by “Lewis Carroll” with illustrations by John Tenniel was published. Even the Queen of England loved the tale, and the tale has never been out of print since. While the tale has always been enjoyed by adults and children, the tale has always been a bit.. well.. creepy.
Alice’s journey “down the rabbit hole” has much in common with a nightmare. Isn’t that perfect for Halloween?
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Post Category: Accessories, Coats, Costumes, Eyes, Fantasy, Freebies, Hair, Holiday, Neko, Outfits, Pants, Shapes, Shoes, Skins, Style Throwdown
October 31st, 2008 at 07:29pmExpress Zenovka
Woohoo! Not only did everyone want to dance with me, I got a kiss from the girl as well. At least, I think it was her. She snuck a note in my hand to meet her later in the evening as well. There was an impromptu costume competition as well, and look what I won. The prize was a day off from work tomorrow, so I can stay up as late as I want and sleep in. Speaking of staying up late.. I need to go meet someone.. (more…)
Post Category: Style Throwdown
October 24th, 2008 at 04:48pmExpress Zenovka
So one of the things that Throwdown winners get to do is come up with ideas for other throwdowns. Domch Raymaker had a great theme for me: “aristocracy”. Unfortunately for him, he told me this while changing from his old outfit into a pink Darth Vader suit, and SL didn’t play nice. The end result in my head was even more fun: “dystopian masquerade ball.” Honestly, I had no clue where to start with this one, but I think that helped level the playing field against my opponent Iustinian Tomsen. Model, magazine writer, contributor to many blogs and owner of SLStyle, Iustinian is one of the classiest dressing males on the grid. With a budget of 3000L, I’m sure he and I will both have interesting interpretations of the theme. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Accessories, Boots, Coats, Costumes, Fantasy, Gloves, Grunge, Hair, Jeans, Outfits, Shirts, Steampunk, Style Throwdown
October 17th, 2008 at 07:11pmExpress Zenovka
dear deadjournal
i switched from lj. posers use lj. like Eisa. look at his picture. does he look emotionally tortured like me? that’s why i beat Creamy in the last throwdown. she’s not really emo.. she prolly listens to Avril and doesn’t write dark poetry. what a poser. you read that right, i won. but i’m not happy.. i’m too depressed cuz my life sux. (more…)
Post Category: Style Throwdown
October 10th, 2008 at 07:34pmExpress Zenovka
Late again due to RL interference, but still just as good as ever 
Back in the mid-80s, some hardcore punks started doing these “emotional” stage performances. As the 90s came around, they mellowed out into a more indie style. But singing emotionally and wearing geek chic wasn’t enough. Some band needed to dress in black and wear eye shadow to convey the depth of their emotion. Legions of rebellious suburban kids followed suit, the “emo” style that we all know was born. Here to explore and enjoy the fad is Creamy Cooljoke, queen of the freebies at Free*style. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Eyes, Eyewear, Freebies, Goth, Hair, Hoodies, Jackets, Jeans, Jewelry, Shirts, Shoes, Skins, Style Throwdown, Tattoos
October 4th, 2008 at 07:18pmExpress Zenovka
Domch kicked my ass. Plain and simple. 93 to 5. I gotta hand it to him — the pics were amazing. As good as they were on the site, I had to shrink them for standards purposes and they are stunning at full size. I almost voted for him myself, actually. The man deserves his trophy. Enjoy the cookies, Domch — I didn’t put laxatives in them this time 
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September 26th, 2008 at 03:21pmExpress Zenovka
Most folks tend to associate cowboys with “gunslingers” cuz of Western movies. I’d think that between the cattle drives, working around the ranch, and just tending to cattle a cowboy ends up pretty damn busy. In fact, that may be why Domch Raymaker of SLMen fame couldn’t make it to the throwdown on Friday. But, here he is on Sunday with an awesome entry. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Accessories, Boots, Costumes, Freebies, Hair, Hats, Jackets, Jeans, Period, Roleplay, Shirts, Style Throwdown
September 21st, 2008 at 03:00pmExpress Zenovka
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No really though, Domch’s RL got a bit busy lately so we’re rescheduling the throwdown for Sunday. Since there was no provision for this in the rules, I figure it seems fair to a) start the next throwdown cycle from today and b) still end current one next Friday, since a shorter time for gathering for votes seems to be an appropriate “penalty”. Any opinions?
Post Category: Style Throwdown
September 19th, 2008 at 03:08pmExpress Zenovka
Woohoo! 21 to 10.. I’m a winnar! Seems people like cooky old Professor Ex. I sent Takeshi the mini trophy through inter-campus mail while polishing on big trophy on my desk.
Next week’s theme is “Cowboy,” and I’m up against Domch Raymaker of SLMen. Since cowboys come with horses, I decided to up the budget to 4500L, which should hopefully allow for all sorts of fun accessories. Domch has been very very hush hush about his plans, but I know he’s got something good up his sleeves!
Post Category: Style Throwdown
September 12th, 2008 at 03:16pmExpress Zenovka
Now that September has started and Labor Day has come and gone in US, a lot of students are getting ready to head back to school. Myself included.. most of my half was written while trying not fall asleep in class. Throwdown posts might come a bit later from now on cuz I have classes and have to post after them. This time, though, I’m up against Takeshi Kiama, VP of Instyle and author at Essence of SL. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Style Throwdown
September 5th, 2008 at 05:36pmExpress Zenovka
I won! Not by much, but after duking it out for most of the climb, I finally managed to pull ahead for a 26 to 22 vote win over Oscar. I didn’t point and laugh too too much, but I did give him a “brand new” trophy I came up with last night. Its the runner up trophy, which is the mini version of the big trophy and lacks cookie manufacturing skills. I’ll go ahead and admit, I’m just compensating with the size of mine.
As for next week, the theme is “Back to School,” partially inspired by the fact that school is starting up again with labor day just around the corner, and partially cuz that’s what my randomizer spit back at me. I’ve set the budget at 3000L, which’ll hopefully give plenty of room for geeky accessories. This time I’m up against Takeshi Kiama, from Essence of SL. The man definitely has style, as VP of Instyle Agency and model with so many other ones. I honestly don’t know what he’s got cookin since he’s been quiet, but I’m positive it’ll be good. Come back next week to find out
Post Category: Style Throwdown
August 29th, 2008 at 12:12pmExpress Zenovka
While Law was busy handing out favors and bribes for votes these past two weeks, I’ve been busy with yet another throwdown. This time I’m up against Oscar Page, a relative new guy on the block when it comes to blogging but who has been fashionable in SL for ages (2004, that is). (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Accessories, Business, Eyes, Hair, Jewelry, Pants, Shirts, Shoes, Skins, Socks, Style Throwdown, Ties, Underwear
August 22nd, 2008 at 12:22pmExpress Zenovka
Votes are in and the poll is over: Lawless totally took this one. With 73 votes to my measly 47, I had to give him a cookie trophy. Needless to say, I had my revenge: Law, the reason the chocolate chips tasted funny was that it was laxatives 
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Post Category: Style Throwdown
August 22nd, 2008 at 07:17amExpress Zenovka
Just a reminder that polling for Style Throwdown #1: Japanese Swordsman will be wrapping up at noon SLT on Thursday, 21 August. Hey, that’s tomorrow! If you haven’t voted yet, be sure to do so before the poll closes. You can read the post and vote here. You’ll also no doubt want to check back to see whose ensemble was selected as the winner by you, the readers. Stay tuned for an announcement of the theme for Style Throwdown #2!
Post Category: Announcements, Style Throwdown
August 20th, 2008 at 10:27amRyan Darragh
gah.. sorry for the wait… technical difficulties held this one up
A long time ago, when I was just a newbie, I would wander the grid, holding my forward arrow down and steering whenever I needed to. Needless to say, I had no life. Actually, now that think of it, I still don’t. But that’s a conversation for another time. On one of these nights of wandering, I ran into this man. He was slightly taller than me, very good looking, and dressed impeccably. I wasn’t quite sure what to say to him, so I said “hi.” He ignored me. I felt very newbish and sad. That man’s name was Lawless McBride. So now, one year later, I found him again and told him: “You may have snubbed me a year ago but I was weak and inexperienced… now I’m ready to face you again. I challenge you to a style throwdown!” (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Post Category: Accessories, Costumes, Fantasy, Hair, Hats, Outfits, Robes, Shoes, Skins, Socks, Style Throwdown
August 7th, 2008 at 02:00pmExpress Zenovka
So about a month ago I had this great idea for a new type of post on the site. I thought it was a cool idea, but experience has told me that what I think is a good idea usually isn’t. So I went around and asked a bunch of people if they thought it was a good idea. Now, they were probably lying, but they said it was a great idea. But then, one night, I threw my pitch at a friend and instead of saying it was a great idea, he said it was an awesome idea. And then he proceeded to tell me what he understood of the idea, which was nearly nothing. On the other hand, his interpretation, a similar but rather different idea was in my eyes a much better one. So, with his blessing, I’m stealing his idea. (more…)
Post Category: Announcements, Style Throwdown
August 4th, 2008 at 07:35amExpress Zenovka
