SHINE: Auction items!

December 17th, 2008

The items below were photographed at the SHINE 2008 fashion shows, presented by Metro Models and organized by Oryx Tempel of International House of Style. These items are one of a kind, and you can bid on them at the Metro Event Stage until midnight SLT, December 17, 2008… proceeds benefit Medecins Sans Frontiers/Doctors Without Borders, so come get your unique piece of fashion for a great cause!

Photos by Francesca Balogh and Queenie Extraordinaire


CCTV Giant of Shoefly Shoes brings us the CrissCross Temptresses: a sexy En Vogue modern stilletto with a carved heel with plenty of straps and buckles to add a little edge to their sleek design. Inspired by RL shoe designer Guisseppe Zanotti — these are an exclusive design that will not be replicated in this ‘one of a kind’ style. Own a unique piece of footwear art!


Continuing with the unique accessories, we have the “Winter Rose” collection by Kia Greyskin of Worldly Treasures. This jewellery series is a beautiful confection of Winter Rose snowflakes set in shimmering icy silver enhanced with glittering flecks of gold and blue diamonds. Each prim is carefully handset to make this set unique in every way. The collection includes a tiara, 2 armlets, and a necklace. This is a one-of-a-kind collection fit for a lovely princess!


Kaimi’s Normal Wear brings us this stunning ballgown called “Shine”. This exclusive design from Kaimi Kyomoon, a change of pace for this casualwear designer, is guaranteed to brighten up any occasion with its festive charm. A grey strapless bodice and fluffy flexi skirt are covered in multicoloured, faceted sequins for a look that shimmers on the dance floor.


This lovely gown by International House of Style is named “Snow Falling on Cedars.” Tiny lace snowflakes kiss your skin as they settle gently from one shoulder, down through the bodice, and onto a green embroidered dupioni silk “cedar” base on the skirt.  Holly berries and leaves perch in your hair, trailing diaphanous silk panels laced with embroidered snowflakes. Dare to be bare this winter and let the peace of snow falling on cedars remind you of the peace within us all.


SYNERGY is an upcoming skin line from OPIUM… the winner of this auction will receive a customized SYNERGY skin in four exclusive makeup options created for SHINE! You’ll have options to choose skintone, hair colour, eyebrow shape, freckles, beauty marks, and more! On Celebrity: Bronze tone with berry red stained lips, contoured blush, and a touch of brown liner.


“Afternoon Blue” by Ralektra Breda of RBZ Designs is a study in contrast with periwinkle blue velvet and black and white detailing. The waistband is inlaid with diamonds surrounding a black pearl, and this inlay is repeated on the brim of the blue velvet hat, which comes with or without a bow at the back.  The lace trim, brooch at the front and the tiny pearl buttons at the back are all hand drawn. This dress comes with bodice and glitch pants on all available layers. The skirt consists of two parts, the regular skirt and a semi transparent overskirt, which gives it a very soft look and lovely movement.


Danielle Harrop of Dani’s boutique brings us her exclusive Shine formal gown. Smooth, sensual iridescent fabric changes from blues to greens with the light. The mermaid skirt flairs out from the knees, swishing and swaying as you walk, drawing attention to the slim silhouette of the system skirt (over glitch pants) accentuating your lovely lady curves as you dance the night away. The strapless bodice has lightweight boning and is accented with sequins and embroidery.

you’re invited… SHINE 2008: A Fashion Fundraiser!

December 12th, 2008

☆ you’re invited… SHINE 2008 ☆

Bid on one-of-a-kind fabulous fashion for a great cause!

fashion shows at
SATURDAY DECEMBER 13 AT 7:00 PM SLT
SUNDAY DECEMBER 14 AT 12:00 NOON SLT

location: Metro Event Stage

SILENT AUCTION BIDDING ENDS DECEMBER 17

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SHINE is a charity fashion event sponsored by Oryx Tempel of International House Of Style in conjunction with Metro Models, to benefit Medecins Sans Frontiers/Doctors Without Borders.

Introducing Style Report

November 2nd, 2008

★ Designers – an affordable way to expose your brand!

Style Report will be a monthly fashion show series held at the Metro Models headquarters on the urban Luxury sim. These shows will highlight the newest releases from virtual design houses, combining items from brands for trend-setting looks.

Because only so many avatars are able to attend a fashion event in-world, the Style Report shows will be filmed and a video composite created for each event. This brings further exposure to the items over the internet and YouTube.

Style Report sponsorship includes a full page ad in METRO Virtual Fashion. This extends your exposure even further, since our readers often download back issues of the magazine months after its publication date!

Your fashion brand will be featured in Style Report within two-three months of sponsorship, and your ad will appear in the next issue of METRO Virtual Fashion (a quarterly publication.) Note your creations will be sharing the runway with other sponsors.

Cost: L$5000
What you receive: Up to 10 items (outfits, accessories, hair, skins… don’t think fashion shows are only clothes!) featured in the Style Report, 1 full page ad in METRO Virtual Fashion… THIS MEANS exposure through: print advertising, the Metro Models blog, in-world fashion show, and associated video!

(Note: It’s greatly appreciated if you allow models to keep their copies of the fashion worn during the show.)

To sponsor Style Report, email Alaska Metropolitan at AlaskaMetropolitan@gmail.com .

Designer Spotlight: Maison de Zandra/Femme Fatale

October 24th, 2008

Find Maison de Zandra, and many other designers, at the Endeavour Cove “Fashion at the Cove” event this Saturday, produced by Metro Models!

Time: Saturday, October 25, 2008 at noon SLT
Place: Endeavour Cove, Earpoint sim

Accessories Spotlight: Jewellery by Lana Nichols

October 24th, 2008

Find Lana Nichols, and many other designers, at the Endeavour Cove “Fashion at the Cove” event this Saturday, produced by Metro Models!

Time: Saturday, October 25, 2008 at noon SLT
Place: Endeavour Cove, Earpoint sim

Fall Fashion at the Cove: you’re invited!

October 18th, 2008

Fall Fashion at the Cove

Join us at Endeavour Cove for the second Fashion at the Cove event!

This unique fashion showcase will feature fall ladieswear and costumes from the merchants of Endeavour Cove Mall. Come early to ensure you get a seat!

DATE:   Saturday, October 25, 2008
TIME:    12:00 noon SLT
LOCATION: Earpoint (136, 109)

Confirmed designers include:
Babele Fashion by Pinco Janus
CKS Designs by Kit Maitland
Cute K by Karin Barthelmess
Dexter Kaupas Designs
HEPS Scuba by LouRavi Karas
Hibiskus by Ishtar Ihnen
Indigo Ink by Lyman Wilder
Jewellery by Lana Nichols
Maison de Zandra/Zandra Fraisse
Matahari Skate! by Tanya Matahari
Matahari Style by Tanya Matahari

After the show there will be live entertainment, and stay to explore the sim and its many hidden treasures during the Creep! 3-sim halloween hunt. Over 100 prizes are yours to collect at Endeavour Cove, Paradigm Mall, and Matahari Riviera, but only until October 31st.

Fashion at the Cove – Schedule of Live Music
3:00 pm SLT – Ichie Kamachi
8:00 pm SLT – Eliz Watanabe
9:00 pm SLT – Blue4U Nowicha

Kunglers Style

October 15th, 2008

Kunglers is the design sisterhood of AvaGardner and Barbra Kungler. The fashion is sexy and sophisticated, and though I’ve focused on the couture line below, there’s also some great casualwear and lingerie at Kunglers.

SLUrl: Electra (100, 107)

Nicolle is a simple black strapless dress with sequin detailed bodice. It’s the optional fuchsia bolero with prim ruffles that makes this cocktail dress go from little black standard to something head-turning.

Also worn: MMS “Lady” hair, Fleur “Boudoir” skin in Buff, AC Serenity shoes in dark pink


Second Life - Kunglers

Savannah is the sort of fashion that’s fallen out of favour in RL, as it appears to be made entirely of endangered species. Second Life is cruelty-free, so slip this dress on to bring out your wild side.

Also worn: MMS “Electra” hair, Fleur “Glam” skin in Buff, Maitreya “Funkies” in brown suede, collar from OPIUM Everyday “Deeta”


Second Life - Kunglers

Amazonia has been featured on a few blogs now, and it’s easy to see why it’s a fashionista favourite. This is essential Kunglers: the texturing is high quality, the design is original, the details are well thought out.

Also worn: Maitreya “Nahla” hair, Fleur “Biba” skin in Buff, The HUB “Venus” shoes, OPIUM Everyday amethyst bracelet


Second Life - Kunglers

Dark Laceworks is a little bit older than the other designs shown, but carries off the same attention to detail as the newer pieces. As with Savannah, I appreciate the sensual cut of the gown reveals a bit of skin… yet covers you adequately in style.

Also worn: MMS “Aradia” hair, Fleur “Boudoir” skin in Buff, Maitreya “Virtue” patent leather shoes, Le Burlesque fringed gloves

*Poses in photos likely from Maitreya, LAP, Striking Poses, and AnnaH.

METRO Virtual Fashion - volume 2 issue 3 is out!

October 4th, 2008

Read it in issuu format

Download the .pdf

You can also pick up the in-world book from any Metro Virtual Fashion magazine kiosk. To get your copy of the kiosk please IM Alaska Metropolitan.

I’m really excited to bring you the fourth issue (vol 2 issue 3) of METRO Virtual Fashion! We have some great stuff in store, including:

sweet couture
Who says fashion can’t be fun? This is a look at couture concoctions based on the edible treats we love to indulge in. Best of all, Second Life is calorie free.
Photography: Anessa Stine

rl meets sl

5 “key” looks in First Life fall fashion seen on the runways are interpreted using current Second Life fashion. This editorial also features a preview of the new Synergy skins by OPIUM.
Photography: Alaska Metropolitan

rebel chic
Music and fashion have always been intertwined throughout history. This editorial takes the icons of rock and roll and interprets them virtually in a totally rockin’ homage.
By Honey Bender

an interview with katat0nik
Katat0nik’s fashion defies categorization, being a sinister-sweet combination perfect for the dead doll in all of us. In this candid interview, Katat0nik Pidgeon reveals her inspiration, design process, and advice to new designers.
by Kyra Nemeth

style your destiny (pt. 2)
This three part article series gives advice on your appearance and item management from a First Life image consultant, sure to help you manage a swamped inventory!

Part two covers organizing and purchasing a wardrobe offering the best value for your Linden dollar, using the capsule concept.
by Arabesque Baroque

FEATURED MODELS
covergirls: nessa & graci
Anessa and Graciana are known fashion models and bloggers, perhaps best known for their team footwear blog On Your Toes. But this dynamic duo’s virtual lives are full of more than just shoes, as this in-depth interview reveals.

Pick up your copy today! For advertising information, please contact Arabesque Baroque.

Fringe Benefits

August 31st, 2008

Posted by Arabesque from Hair Fair ‘08

I’m back! RL did not completely swallow me and I’ve even had the chance to dash around the Hair Fair sims during the last 24 hours. I don’t know if there were big crowds at the beginning but I have certainly found things pretty quiet down there.

The Expo does provide an easy way to check out new hair makers and there were I few I was not familiar with. I was impressed with Find Ash amongst others, but did not include them here as I got on a bit of a roll with my bangs theme!

Cuteness is my new fave thing and it’s pursuit has guided my choices here. It’s also an opportunity to show you some of the new things I’ve acquired for my wardrobe since the last post.

I kind of wish there was more exclusive/limited edition work at Hair fair - Torrid Midnight’s Fedora styles are an example, but I have to say I found it enjoyable nevertheless and was really impressed with the organisation that went into making demos available in advance and providing such a reliable bank of SLurls at the website - congratulations to all involved!

I was a little disappointed that some of my favorite designers were absent - Waka + Yuki for example who currently have most dos on sale for L$30 at their store. I’ve thrown one in here as an example to encourage you to take a look in spite of possible “hair fatigue”.

Ok - time for the visuals!

Gorgeously unusual braided updo with texture-change bow and a touch of flexi by Wilted Rose.

Worn with:
Scully Argyle turtleneck minidress from Riddle
Cable kneesocks also from Riddle
Gothdamn customizable stilettos from Canimal
Lego Muertos earrings from Pushbutton Industries

Ever-so-cute messy chignon with chunky bangs by BP*

Worn with:
Tweetie Pie tube top (group freebie) from Dutch Touch
Lemon soda dirndl skirt from DP YumYum
Bangles and Earrings from VG Republic
White ballet flats from Lassitude & Ennui
Petite Leona sculptie bag in blush from Glitter Girl

Softly fanned chignon with loose strands by The Alice Project

Worn with:
Limestone veil in green by Waka + Yuki
Baroness outfit in Seamist from Last Call (recently acquired at a yard sale)
Chocobloo bangles from Turnstyle

An example of hair I love from Waka + Yuki. This also comes with a long hair version.

Worn with:
Oldschool T-shirt and Plaid Shorts both from Riddle
Simple scarf black from Aoharu
Tintable crochet tights from Veschi (part of an outfit)
Mishima Dawn black patent heels from Maitreya

Audio Wire bracelet from Kari

New Shoots III – Alaska’s Picks

August 29th, 2008

Sand Seduction from Naive: Wild and playful, this monokini from Naive hits your curves in the right places. Summer may nearly be over, but you still have time to look sexy by the pool before the Labour Day weekend’s done. (model: Alaska)


Breeze from Sweetest Goodbye: Sweetest Goodbye often combines elements of tradition Korean garments with a more modern outlook, and Breeze is no exception. Impeccable prim detailing in the drapery and a lovely sheer lace undershirt combine for a look that’s totally unique. (model: Haruka)


Electric Ice by Naive: The perfect glittering little club minidress! Comes in silver and blue as well, but shown here in head-turning brilliant gold. I just love the metallic texture on this dress, it’s so hard to get right. (model: Haruka)


Come to the NEW SHOOTS III show, tomorrow and Saturday, for more fashion by newcomers Naive and Sweetest Goodbye!

Friday August 29th at 6 PM SLT
Saturday August 30th at 12 noon SLT

Location: Metro headquarters roof