Local Affinity…

**Styles and photographs featured in the February issue of Avenue Magazine**

SHIRT: FATEwear: Hei – Tundra

JACKET: Kokane – Stroke
PANTS: Entente – Au Fait
SHOES: Hoorenbeek – Ray Ray
NECKLACE: Mandala – Onigiri

SHIRT: Redgrave – Turtleneck Sweater
PANTS: Ispachi – Executive Chinos
SHOES: FIR&MNA – Ashford Brogues

SHIRT: FATEwear – Irwin Opened
TANK: Aoharu – BT Tank
PANTS: LaPointe & Bastchild – S’Wear Mesh Jeans
SHOES: Redgrave – Walker
BRACELET: Mandala – Okaki

SHIRT: Kal Rau – Casual Shirt
PANTS: Hoorenbeek – Mesh Pants
SHOES: Hoorenbeek – Dockers
WATCH: Mandala – Hokusai

Urban Strata….

***Urban Starta featured in the December issue of Avenue Magazine with the theme given: lavish layering.***

JACKET: Strip’d – Finn – Black
SWEATER: Aoharu – Ribber Collar Sweater – Grey
SHIRT: HVK – Formal Shirt – White
PANTS: Ispachi – Executive Chinos – Grey

JACKET: Kal Rau – Casual Blazer M4 – Brown
SWEATER: INDI Designs – Knit Pullover – Red
SHIRT: Redgrave – Classic Shirt – Bright
PANTS: LaPointe & Bastchild – S’wear Boot Cut Jeans – Black
SHOES: Keane – Laven -Sienna
BELT: Mandala – Kookai Season 2 – Brown
SCARF: FATEwear – Harry – Tundra (tinted)

JACKET: Entente – Taureau Leather Jacket – Navy
SWEATER: NSD – Kill Cardi – Green
SHIRT: NSD – Rebel T-Shirt – Yellow
PANTS: Entente – Au Fait Jeans – Homme Cuffs
SHOES: Redgrave – Walker Boots – Brown
BELT: Mandala – Kookai Belt – Dark Brown
NECKLACE: Kosh – Adain – Brass (The Men’s Department)

JACKET: Strip’d – Finn – Black
SWEATER: Aoharu – Ribber Collar Sweater – Grey
SHIRT: HVK – Formal Shirt – White
PANTS: Ispachi – Executive Chinos – Grey
SHOES: Kalnins – Terra – Black

JACKET: Kal Rau – Casual Blazer – Brown
SWEATER: LeLutka – Vic Sweater – Linen
SHIRT: Redgrave – Classic Shirt – Ink
PANTS: Entente – Couleur Jeans – Orange
SHOES: Hoorenbeek – Dockers – Blue/Brown
WATCH: Mandala – Hokusai – Formal/Brown

LOTD 06 11 12 – Steel Blue

As I was searching for something to wear to the finals for the upcoming Mr. Virtual World next weekend, I put this look together in one of my favorite colors: blue. This took some work as pieces have been torn apart and put back together with pieces from other outfits that have various pieces attached to them. In addition to the outfit, I tried drawing on my pictures a bit more than usual. It’s not my normal thing, but I was bored so I thought I’d give it a try.

HAIR: Exile – AJ – Flash
EYES: MADesigns – Confidence – Intense Kindness
HANDS: M-Arc Mirror – Real Hands
JACKET: Redgrave – Milano Outfit – Jacket Only (mod)
SHIRT: Aoharu – Elegant Suit Option – Light Blue
VEST: Boom – Vest – White
PANTS: Redgrave – Milano Suit – Steel (pants only)
SHOES: Kalnins – Palermo – Black
GLASSES: GOS – Aviator -Pilot
CAR: Haru Motors – Kanae – Dark Gray

Linden Lab – Fresh Fashion – Guest Blog

Spring into Fresh Fashion

By: Jax Aster

Featured: Second Life Blog 3/7/2012

When first approached to take part in this event, I was immediately excited to participate.  Spring fashion is always full of a wide variety of fun colors and styles.  But because pastels are not always my first colors of choice, I decided to stick with shades of blue, white, and khaki, as they portray the “fresh” theme of this event. I also wanted to show how you can use the same color scheme for several different looks while still maintaining the same theme.

Hoorenbeek’s new mesh line includes these white slacks (also available in other colors). They come in a variety of sizes and rises and with different belt options to suit each avatar’s preference and stature. These pants are paired with a cool and breezy shirt from Mr. Poet that I tinted to my color of choice.

SHIRT: Mr. Poet – Loose Shirt – White (Tinted)

PANTS/BELT: Hoorenbeek – Mesh Pants – White (Low Rise/Fabric Belt)

NECKLACE: Rustica – Antique Cabochon – Turquoise

WATCH: Chronokit – Watch No.36 Dio – Silver

 

Redgrave always has a great selection of apparel in many different colors. For a long time, this jacket was only available in black, but the recent release of several new colors makes this the perfect light jacket for spring. Pairing this jacket with other newly released polo, pant, and shoe colors from the old Redgrave El Ganso, makes this an easy one-stop-shop for a fresh spring look.

JACKET: Redgrave – Suit Jacket – Creme

SHIRT: Redgrave – Classic Polo Shirt – Light Blue

PANTS/BELT: Redgrave – Herringbone Pants – Creme

SHOES: Redgrave – Classic Sneakers – Creme

After styling two looks that could either be dressed up or dressed down, I decided to go with a very casual, outdoorsy look. Spring is a great time to unpack your shorts and polo shirts and just have fun.  These shorts from NSD paired with a white polo shirt from Aoharu make a light and airy addition to anyone’s spring wardrobe. The sweater is from Gizza’s new mesh line that has just been released, while the shoes are a favorite from FIR&MNA.

SHIRT: Aoharu – Simple Polo Shirt – White

SWEATER: Gizza – Jacket for Shoulders – Ice

PANTS: NSD – Tour Boas – Tan

SHOES: FIR & MNA – Gumshoes – Cream

WATCH: Hoorenbeek – Magnum – Brown/White/Silver

LOTD 02 03 12 – Weekend Traveler

Models: Jax Aster & BlackBarbie Bravin

He Wears:
HAIR: MADesigns ~ Bruno ~ Dark Blonde VII
EYES: MADesigns ~ Mutation ~ Neutra
JACKET: Redgrave ~ Suit Jacket ~ Dark Blue
SHIRT: Redgrave ~ Classic Polo Shirt ~ White
PANTS: NSD ~ Homme Jeans ~ Black
SHOES: Kalnins ~ Terra
SUNGLASSES: Gos ~ Aviator ~ Steel
BELT: AOHARU ~ Vintage Cashed Jeans ~ Black (Belt Only)

She Wears:
HAIR: Boon
JACKET: Gizza ~ Velvet Jacket ~ Red
PANTS: Gizza ~  Tartan Pants ~ Creme
SHOES: Maitreya ~ Pumps
MAKE UP: !Facepaint ~ BlackBarbie

Other:
CAR: GEMC – Gmund Stuttgart ~ Red 1
BAG: Mon Tissu ~ Weekend Traveler ~ Camel

LOTD 01 02 12 – Winter Wonderland

I recently posted “Judge” that contained some of the same times I wore to this year’ MAD Agency Christmas Ball shown here in this post.  I either edited the pieces by changing the color or added parts from other outfits or simply wore a different color.  I wanted to show how you could use the same items in an outfit and can change them around to create a completely different look. I hope that this clearly shows how you can create your own look for different occasions using the same items without having to purchase a whole new outfit.

MAD Agency Winter Wonderland Party 2011

HAIR: MADesigns ~ DORA ~ Silver Tones I
EYES: MADesigns ~ INDIVIDUAL ~ Iceman
JACKET: LeLutka ~ La PATRONA ~ White
VEST: AOHARU ~ BT Set Vest ~ White
SHIRT: COCO ~ Skinny Tie & Shirt ~ White (edited)
PANTS: AOHARU ~ BT Slacks ~ White
SHOES: Kalnins ~ Terra ~ v.1.7/White
JACKET SLEEVES: LeLutka ~ IREINUSHKA Bolero ~ Arctic (arms only)
POSE 1: MADesigns ~ M Model ~ 15fh
POSE 2: F Runway ~ 9

LOTD 11 28 11 – Fatigued

SHIRT: AOHARU ~ BT Tank ~ Gray

PANTS: *MUISM* ~ Cargo Short ~ Gray

HELMET: **DECO ~ Skull Bowl ~ Olive Drabb

NECKLACE: [MANDALA] ~ Shamira ~ Dog Tag

BRACELETS: [MANDALA] ~ Sinra2 ~ Black

GUN: VRC Firearms ~ NK-1045 Rifle ~ Wood/Holstered

STRAP: HOC Apparel ~ Messenger Bag ~ Brown (Strap Only)

CIGARETTE: .:HERMONY:. ~ Ultimate Cigarette ~ Mouth Attach

LOTD 11 28 11

Inspiration

Photographer: Marcopol Oh

HAIR: VCD ~ Express Yourself ~ Elegance/Homme
EYELASHES: CheerNo ~ Male Lashes ~ Natural
JACKET: AOHARU ~ BT Pinstripe Formal Suit ~ Black
SHIRT: AOHARU ~ BT Pinstripe Formal Suit ~ Shirt/NoTie
TIE: Gabriel ~ Loose Shirt ~ Black/Zebra (Tie Only)

LOTD 10 09 11 – K!NG

New pants from K!ING.  Featured are the DEEJAY and FASHION versions.  Each pair come with various color options of belt and headphones including: shades of green, yellow, orange, white, black, red, pink, blue, and purple. They also include a shorts option and belt with and without headphones and an iPhone.

VEST: NSD ~ Drape Coat ~ Gray
SHIRT: AOHARU ~ DrapeNeck T-Shirt ~ Border/Gray
PANTS: K!NG ~ Street Style Jeans ~ DEEJAY
SHOES: GOS ~ GTFO Boots ~ Black
BRACELETS: MANDALA ~ SINRA2 ~ Black
HAT: ARGRACE ~ Knit Cap ~ LooseCurly/Blonde
NECKLACE: ROZOREGALIA ~ Gemma3

LOTD 10 05 11 – Better Alone

Don’t you hope we can start again? Endings are old, but they help you see.  Can’t quite believe all of this and what it means. You’ve become so bitter.

Been here before. Seeking safety or something to blame.  You feel so hollow you could swear that you’ve grow.  Where did you think, as big as your dream, you’ve become so bitter.

Never had the nerve to begin with. Got to come to your senses. You think you’re better alone for the sake of your sanity.  It won’t resolve if you just learn to breathe again. You think you’re better alone.

Carolina Liar – Better Alone

VEST: BOOM ~ Vest ~ Grey
SHIRT: AOHARU ~ Formal Suit ~ White/No Tie
SHIRT CUFFS: AOHARU ~ Elegant Suit ~ WildShirt/White
PANTS: LaPointe & Bastchild ~ Milan Pinstripe ~ Black
SHOES: *COCO*HOMME ~ Leather Shoes ~ Black
EYES: MADesigns ~ Clarity ~ Pale Brown
EARRINGS: ROZOREGALIA ~ Belial Pierce 2 ~ Black
BRACELETS: ROZOREGALIA ~ Gazellver

LOTD 10 04 11 – A Little Bit of Color

In truth, color is severely lacking in many wardrobes, and it’s such a shame. Wearing color can do amazing things for your skin tone, hair color, and overall appearance. While basic black will forever be a wardrobe staple, adding in a few more shades can spice up your wardrobe and add interest to your look.

JACKET: GIZZA ~ Suede Jacket ~ Black
VEST: Mr. Poet ~ Peacoat & Pleated Shirt-Vest Set (Brown) ~ Grey
SHIRT: AOHARU ~ Elegant Suit ~ WildShirt/White
PANTS: LeLutka ~ Xavier ~ Black
SHOES: Kalnins ~ Terra ~ Black
SCARF: Mr. Poet ~ Wide Scarf ~ Purple
EARRINGS: ROZOREGALIA ~ Belial Pierce 2 ~ Black
EYES: MADesigns ~ Clarity ~ Event

LOTD 09 13 11 – Somewhere Down in Texas

When I look South and see the storm clouds roll, on their way to old mexico, I dont wanna be alone. And the rays of light through my Shiner Bock bottle make me wanna turn the key and put down the throttle and get lost down 35. When I get too tied down by the ties that bind, seems like I’m never going to find the time to do what I need: thats to find me a place where I can think, talk about love, and laugh and drank and theres someone there who cares. Cause no matter how big the storms, I know I can find me a place thats warm: the sun is shinnin somewhere in Texas. I hope its shinnin’ on her, somewhere down in Texas.

In a place that big a man could get lost; nevermind the time, forget about the cost. There’s more important things. She’s smiling somewhere north of San Antone; I’ve got a number, but I stare at the phone.  Because I still want to believe that no matter how big the storms, I know I can find me a place thats warm. The sun is shinnin somewhere in Texas. I hope its shinnin on her, somewhere down in Texas…

To hell with horoscopes and empty dreams, to hell with Valentino and his cut off pair of jeans. Cause I know I can make it there on a 12 pack and a prayer. Because no matter how big it storms, I know I can find me a place thats warm. The sun is shinnin’ somewhere in Texas. I hope its shinnin on her, somewhere down in Texas…

-Jason Boland

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tu45t8ARSFQ

HAIR: MADesigns ~ Bruno ~ Dark Blonde VII
EYES: MADesigns ~ CLARITY ~ Like A Shell
SHIRT: SEY ~ Roll Up Shirt ~ Red
PANTS: AOHARU ~ Vintage Crashed ~ Black
SHOES: Wild West ~ Boots ~ Black
HAT: INDI Designs ~ Cowboy Hat V2 ~ Black
BRACELETS: KOSH ~ Dead Mine
LASSO: Binary Fairy ~ Lasso

LOTD 09 02 11 – Last Days of Summer

This also appears in the latest issue of BOSL Magazine, but I loved it and decided to use it as my LOTD too.

PHOTOGRAPHER: Mikey Batriani

Hair/Hat: MADesigns ~ Chris casual F3 ~ Dark Blonde VII
Shirt: AOHARU ~ BT Woven Shirt ~ Plaid Green
Tank: NSD ~ Bonjour Tank ~ White
Shorts: NSD ~ Krew Shorts ~ Sand
Shoes: FIR & MNA ~ Gumshoes ~ Cream
Glasses: GOS ~ Aviator ~ Folded Pair
Bracelets: Mandala ~ Sinra ~ Vintage Gold
Necklace:  Mandala ~ Luck ~ Brown