So much for putting up more than one post while I was away on vacation. It seems there’s never quite as much “spare time” as I think there will be. What is up with that? I had good intentions, but you know what they say…the road to hell and all that.
I learned about the new Urban Tactic boots by Tesla Miles just before leaving on a jet plane, almost literally at the 11th hour. Although I took these pictures the night before I left and carefully stashed them on my handy-dandy USB drive, I never got any further than sorting and cropping them. No actual writing took place, and don’t get me started on the internet access problem. Why do hotels charge for wi-fi? Because they can, I suppose. And I’m lazy, not to mention cheap, so rare indeed were the times when I toted my laptop down the block to the bar that offered free wi-fi–and excellent Bloody Marys and Red Snappers, I might add. Well hey now…I was on vacation, after all. 
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Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Kazho" corduroy pants by Posy Trudeau (Miau Haus).
Post Category: Boots, Casual, New Items, TESLA, Urban
July 23rd, 2008 at 05:03pmRyan Darragh
It was Ryan who last mentioned Yukimaru Koba’s Z#road shop, back in January. He was reviewing some skins. I found myself in the shop for the first time this week and it was the blazers that impressed me. I think the best of the lot is the dark blue blazer with matching trousers. It’s one of the sharpest suits I own now. The fabric is so soft and comfortable. Some suits in SL are all perfect creases and smooth, straight lines, and some SL suits have wrinkles that have become permanent creases. The Z#road blazers and trousers are marvelously in the middle. There are some sharp creases in the right places, and no creases in the wrong places, but other than that, this almost liquid feel — it ripples rather than wrinkles. And I love it.
The red jacket is pale, almost salmon, and clearly on the ’strong’ side of the border with pastel. The trousers that come with it are called white, but in fact they are more eggshell off-white. The debonair cheerfulness of this bright outfit (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 grey burnt by Elikapeka Tiramisu (ETD). Heze scripted glasses by Solar Flare (Solar Eyewear).
Post Category: Business, Dressy, Jackets, Outfits, Pants, Shirts, Suits, Ties, Yukimaru Koba, Z#road
July 18th, 2008 at 03:16pmMr. Oh
A little while back, Posy was lamenting that she hadn’t done any new design work for Miau Haus in what she thought was far too long. The next thing I knew she was asking, “Are these shirts sexy enough?” Well, now, let me just take a look.
Yes…yes, I think they might be. Break out your favorite skin with a treasure trail, because you’re going to need it.
Posy’s new “Seiki” shirts are devilishly disheveled and come in bright White and deep Black. With each you get a jacket-layer shirt (untucked only, natch), prim collars with and without flexi nectkie, and scrunched, turned-up sculptie sleeves. The shirt’s fabric weave is clear and easy to make out, even on the Black shirt, and finishing details include heavy rather than fine stitchwork and color-matched buttons. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: "Jack" skin by Posy Trudeau (Flesh Peddlers). "Nekoge" hair by hiko Nino (Happy Dispatch). Diamond and Platinum jewelry by Mhaijik Guillaume (Mhaijik Things).
Post Category: Casual, Miau Haus, New Items, Pants, Shirts, Ties
July 17th, 2008 at 03:14pmRyan Darragh
I go back and forth on shapes. Let me tell you what I mean by that. I like my own shape–I made it myself, and I don’t share it around, so it’s unique to me. I’ve tweaked it over time, but only a little here and there. It just feels right to me. (A) I’m satisfied with it, although sometimes I wonder if I might want to be taller, and (2) I don’t want to have to re-fit all my attachments, so there’s no way I’m making significant changes. For myself, I don’t see any need for pre-fab shapes.
On the other hand, I look at some of the shapes created by, say, Vasean Talamasca. The shapes in his collection at Flesh Peddlers are attractive, sexy, even exotic. I see a lot of guys roaming the grid who, frankly, could use some guidance from somebody with a good eye. I don’t mean to be judgmental, and I’m naming no names, but if you look like a muscle-bound, top-heavy gorilla on steroids, I might have bumped into you.
Jeckie Hax is partner in crime to Shinichi Mathy (SHIKI Design) and the talent behind SHIKI Shapes. Jeckie mentions in one of her informational notecards that shiki means “The Four Seasons” in Japanese, and to me this suggests not only the flow of time but the balance inherent in the succession of the seasons. Perhaps it should come as no surprise that Jeckie’s shapes demonstrate balance, proportion and harmony applied to the human form, or at least its representation in SL. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Thomas" skin by Tricky Boucher (Belleza). "Broder" "Broder" hair by Avant Scofield (The GL). Boudoir Boxer Briefs by Shai Delacroix (Casa Del Shai).
Post Category: Designer Reviews, New Items, SHIKI Shapes, Shapes
July 14th, 2008 at 12:09pmRyan Darragh
And if you think that lazy would be the operative word here–you’re right. Yes, I am indeed going on vacation yet again. I’ll be away from 15 July through 21 July, and theoretically back to “normal” (whatever that is) within a day or two after I get back. I’ll hopefully have a post or two I can schedule to pop up magically while I’m away, Express will be around, and Mr. Oh may stick his head in to say hi. Keep an eye on the place for me, and no wild parties while I’m gone! I’ve got my eye on you, Oscar.
Post Category: Announcements
July 14th, 2008 at 10:47amRyan Darragh
There is no ‘try.’ There is no ‘do.’
Do not run silently, become silence. Do not blend into the darkness, you are the night, cloaked in the soft darkness of rich, soft, supple cloth. There is no thought. It is by instinct that your opponent’s blade either sings past you or is guided to armored attachments: your strong shoulderpads or the hand and forarm protectors. These bear few gashes; for all the dozens of foes, not many were that worthy.
The belt and bandanas on your upper arms, they are tied tight. Tight enough that they bite, the way that the scent of your quarry assaults your nostrils. Your scarf, headband and mask envelope you as does duty itself. It is right that you are here. And you will not need to be here for long. (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 by Elikapeka Tiramisu (ETD).
Post Category: Accessories, Costumes, Eyewear, Fantasy, Groll Inn, Outfits
July 12th, 2008 at 05:30pmMr. Oh
I’ve been a bit lazy about getting some freebies to you because freebies tend to come in batches. When you get one, you get twenty other stores doing something at the same time. They don’t really mean to be giving freebies out when everyone else does — it just happens around events like RL holidays or SL events like SL5B. It just so happens to be a bit of downtime between these freebie rushes, so I’m recovering from the burnout of mad freebie hunting by sifting on my butt and being lazy.
That said, I still have some good stuff to send to send your way. One of my latest finds is an awesome little shop called Jetcity. Everything in the store, by owner Jiru Jetcity, is free (as in free beer :P). There isn’t much, but what is there is rather refreshingly different. Most of the stuff here looks better on skinny, lighter framed guys instead of the typical over muscled SL male. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "Male gift" skin by Tricky Boucher (Belleza). "steel gray" eyes available from Freebie Eyes Package (House of Zen).
Post Category: Accessories, Casual, Freebies, Gloves, Hats, Jetcity, Mechanism, Shirts, Sidewalk
July 11th, 2008 at 03:56pmExpress Zenovka
There’s not much I enjoy more than finding, playing with and (eventually) writing about some remarkable SL creation. It’s even better if the remarkable thing in question includes numerous prim attachments. That is, quite simply, one of my favorite things. There’s just something about a big, beautiful pile of prim attachments–it’s kind of like a new car. I think it’s the smell. It smells like…victory. Or maybe plastic.
My latest toy-slash-obsession is the Steam-Powered Mechanical Suit by Zoe Llewelyn, who also happens to be the creator of my first and still much-loved neko ears and tail set. This amazing construct includes so many prim attachments that you can’t wear them all at the same time, so I’m in heaven. But wait, there’s more! Several of them are scripted to do cool stuff. Does it get any better? I think not. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Generation" skin by Kaejo DaSilva (Renegade). "Liam" hair by Shelly Toonie (Moonshine).
Post Category: Accessories, Costumes, Fantasy, Llewelyn Steamworks, Period, Steampunk, Suits
July 10th, 2008 at 07:45pmRyan Darragh
Last time I saw Jesseaitui Petion, he was busy getting his new menswear designs set out, arranged to his satisfaction, and properly priced so he could re-open Aitui to the public. Pretty much every time I’ve seen or talked with him, he’s been pretty mellow, but that night he was a man on a mission. He said that he’d probably be pulling an all-nighter, and I thought, Wow, I thought we gave all that up when we finished college. I guess some things don’t change. He re-opened a few days ago now, so you may have already discovered his new collection, but I wanted to share a few of my favorite items with you here.
I don’t know if Jesse considers his Tokyo Intake Jacket (L$235) the centerpiece of his new collection, but to me it epitomizes the attitude and vibe of his new designs. The jacket is cut high rather than low on the hip, and it can be worn with or without the untucked printed tee (the tee is not on a separate clothing layer and can’t be worn on its own). Although I’m wearing one of Jesse’s scarves here–more on that in a moment–the jacket has a sculpted turned-up collar, which Jesse has thoughtfully provided pre-set for two different attachment points (chest and spine). Several different fabric finishes are available; Charcoal is shown here. I love love love this jacket and I’m already plotting what other cool tees I can wear with it. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Most | Friends List: Yes
Notes: On Ryan: "David" skin by sachi Vixen (Adam n Eve). "Beau" hair by Wicked Loudon (Dernier Cri). "Dion" glasses by Rohal Schnyder (Role Optic). Stone Cross Necklace by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui).
Post Category: Accessories, Aitui, Casual, Designer Reviews, Jackets, New Items, Pants, Shirts, Shoes, Underwear
July 7th, 2008 at 07:18pmRyan Darragh
“There is no such thing as a grown-up person, especially if we are talking about men.
“Boys know right from the start that they are blessed with a God-given right to immaturity, though they are often loath to admit it to themselves, or to one another, and never to the girls. They exercise this right whenever they flirt, show off, look in the mirror when someone is watching, try to act cool, impress other boys, make leaps that risk physical or emotional injury, smoke cigarettes, get wet, drink alcoholic beverages, get near automobiles that go fast, and play with children, sharp objects, or girls. …
“Boys are men in a state of grace that is often written off or undervalued as foolishness.”
– Dirk Wittenborn, from the preface to Boys, a collection of photographs by Pamela Hanson (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Some | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Wolf" hair by hiko Nino (Happy Dispatch). Merman costume by EmeraldEver Cline (EmeraldEver's Shop By the Sea). Toga by Kavar Cleanslate (Exile). Neko Native by Broder Kubrick (BroGear). Boxer shorts by Posy Trudeau (Civvies).
Post Category: Adam n Eve, New Items, Skins
July 5th, 2008 at 12:17amRyan Darragh
So summer is in full swing for me. That means humidity and frequent thunder storms. But back home, on the other coast, summer means sun, beaches, and kicking back to relax and take care of things you forgot over the last few months. So I brushed the dust off my inventory and took a look at what freebies have been sitting there unused and untouched.
First off is a bit of beach wear from Neko Gear. This stuff is at least a good month old, gathering dust in my inventory as I’ve got way too much swim wear. Some of this stuff was covered by Adaire and Gecko over at free*style about a month ago. I’m wearing the beach towel freebie over my shoulder (you can lay it down too), along with a beach shirt, board shorts, and flip flops. I tend to avoid wearing logo branded freebies just because I don’t like being a walking advertisement, but the ones here aren’t that bad or overly flashy. They all kinda just fit together. Out of the box, the flips are a tad small but all of this stuff is modifiable and thus can be resized to fit rather easily. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Express: "Andrew Chocolate" skin by Garbage Prototype (Random Industries) from GNUbie. "Male gift" skin by Tricky Boucher (Belleza). "steel gray" eyes available from Freebie Eyes Package (House of Zen). "Black with Bronze Primero" sneakers by Steve Hansen (Hansen Shoes) from Free Dove.
Post Category: AB Apparel, Accessories, Casual, Eyewear, Fetch Alternative, Freebies, Gritty Kitty, Hair, Jackets, Jeans, Neko Gear, Role Optic, Shirts, Sportswear, Swimsuits, Valiant
July 4th, 2008 at 07:59amExpress Zenovka
Chances are that you’ve at least heard of Relay For Life, the annual overnight fundraising walk benefiting the American Cancer Society. The event is designed to further awareness of cancer prevention, treatments and cures; to remember those who have been lost to cancer and celebrate survivors; and to raise money for ongoing cure research. The Second Life embodiment of this effort is Relay For Life of Second Life. In 2007, through the efforts of 40 teams RFL of SL raised a grand total of over L$118,000! (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Ryan: "Advance" skin, "Sway" hair and Classic Jeans by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). FORM skin by Zabita Assia (FORM). Carnal Fiber suit by kaia Ennui (Nocturnal Threads). Surf’s Up tanks by Antonia Marat (Artilleri). Dress Oxfords by Eponymous Trenchmouth (JCS Shoes). Kaimana Sea and Shore men’s jewelry by Caliah Lyon (Muse).
Post Category: Aitui, BastChild Lotus, Casual, Dressy, Fantasy, Formal, Goth, Hats, Jewelry, Men's Corner, Miau Haus, SF Design, Shirts, Suits, Swimsuits, Tawney Bian
July 3rd, 2008 at 09:23amRyan Darragh
Although I certainly have my steampunk, goth and grunge leanings, contemporary casual menswear is still a staple in my wardrobe. Designer Scherina Montgomery is doing some fairly impressive design work in this arena. These items, recently released at Sc Design, are today’s case in point. For me, one of the fun things about designs like this is that they’re often non-specific enough, stylistically speaking, to mix it up successfully with other, more obviously “genre” gear. Today I’ve thrown together a kind of bad-boy emo-neko grunge-kitty look that I think kind of works. Come on, it’s fun, try it! You know you want to.
Scherina’s “Steve” shirts have the look and lines of a classic polo, and I know what you’re thinking–everybody’s got polos, they’re a dime a dozen. Look closely, though, and you’ll see that the front buttons run full length, not just two or three at the collar. The pattern of horizontal stripes is an eye-grabber, and eight different color combos are available. I was apparently feeling the monochromatic thing and ultimately restricted myself to shades of grey, but you can also choose from some brighter colors. These shirts are priced at L$99 for singles, which includes tucked and untucked versions on various clothing layers. Two different packs of shirts in four color combos are also available for L$299 each. The “Billy” shorts (available in Grey and Blue Washed) are just L$59 each. Note the “accidentally” undone top button. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan "Simon" skin, Molten Rock boots and Kalico Neko Ears V.2 by Kenny Sleeper (Kalico Kreations). Neko tail by Zoe Llewelyn (Jungle Voodoo). "Sway" hair by Jesseaitui Petion (Aitui). Scrunchie socks by Posy Trudeau (Civvies). O-Ring jewelry by Mhaijik Guillaume (Mhaijik Things).
Post Category: Casual, Jeans, New Items, SC Design, Shirts, Shorts
July 1st, 2008 at 05:11pmRyan Darragh
Let us sing the praises of the humble waistcoat, unjustly neglected for decades. Nowadays it seems that even gentlemen such as ourselves could go for years without ever wearing one except at weddings and attending Royal Ascot every year. Yet it forms a crucial article of gentlemen’s attire in other subcultures, such as the Steampunk sims. I ran across Nix Sands’ rakish Xcentricity brand first in Port Babbage and was captivated as soon as I saw them. My favourite is Poisson, here portrayed in what are indelicately called ’sooty tones.’ The celtic design is printed on the finest satin and the garment is reassuringly snug without pulling tight.
Other gentlemen may frown on it, but I love to leave my jacket behind and take the air in only my shirt sleeves and waistcoat — ah, the daring informality of it all! Clearly Mssr Sands did not have such indiscretions in mind, since the backs of his waistcoats not only lack the design, but are not even satin, merely cotton, with bunching showing clearly as a buckled strap takes up the slack fabric where the garment tapers at the waist. [I stand corrected on this point; please now see Baron Wulfenbach’s comment to this article below.] Poisson is also available in indigo, olive and salmon (all of them much nicer names than ’sooty;’ …I ask you!) and costs only 80L$. 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
![[insert cool name] & naima](http://www.second-man.com/wp-content/uploads/ez/0028matrix/.thumbs/.matrix.png "[insert cool name] & naima")
My friend Itny told me to head to a store called [insert cool name] a while ago, but (as is usual) I forgot. She reminded again a few days ago, and this time I went right after she told me. I found a nice box of goodies there for 1L. Curious to see if I could find more, I checked through the group history and found a few more things. As I was busy poking around, I ran into Malte Antfarm, the owner of the store. Malte is a pretty nice guy, and we ended up talking for a bit. As I was talking to him, the topic of his next freebie came up.
I mentioned that guys tend to get plenty of shirts, but everything else is much less common. Therefore, why not make his next freebie a pair of pants? Sure enough, a day or two later, Malte dropped the shirt and pants I’m wearing here on the group. I’m pretty sure he mentioned that they’d be packaged in the box as well for when they age out of the archives. Anyway, enough back story, on to the clothes. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Express: "Vivant Buff Newbie" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur) from GNUbie. "Trendy Edge" hair by jecica Clip (Mise en Scène) at Amore Pacific. "Black shoes" by Izumi Homewood (Izumiya). Eyes made using template by newbie_template Linden.
Post Category: Casual, Eyewear, Freebies, Jackets, NAIMA Fashion, Pants, Shirts, [insert cool name]
June 27th, 2008 at 02:30pmExpress Zenovka
Designer Shinichi Mathy described himself to me as “a newcomer to the SL fahion scene.” He may have arrived relatively recently, but I hope he sticks around for a while. His shop SHIKI presents a generous collection of unabashedly colorful, breezy casual designs for men, and a handful of items for women. I’m pretty sure the shop was redesigned within the last few days–it had a completely different layout when I made a quick last-minute visit last night. Things do come and go so quickly around here.
Although I’m not featuring them here today, you’ll also find a few decidedly informal suits…perhaps just the thing for a summer garden party or evening cocktail cruise. The pieces I’m wearing here are just a small selection from Shinichi’s Spring and Summer ‘08 collections. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Antonio" skin by Funk Schnook (FNKY!). "Liam" hair by Wicked Loudon (Dernier Cri). Beach Bum sandals by tatoo Korvin (D2TK). "Stars" gold and leather jewelry by Mhaijik Guillaume (Mhaijik Things).
Post Category: Casual, Designer Reviews, Jeans, Outfits, Pants, SHIKI Design, Shirts, Shorts
June 26th, 2008 at 08:06pmRyan Darragh
I wouldn’t describe Thea Tamura’s new hat-with-hair creation as bizarre, but it certainly is unusual. To me the design looks and feels more Baroque or Rococo (albeit stylized), even Romantic. (I could easily see Shelley wearing this hat in less anguished moments.) However, Thea herself has called it her “Bizarre Hat.” It’s simple and direct, so who am I to judge?
The hat I picked up for myself is the Black style, probably the most sober of the twelve different variations. You can choose from seven simpler solid colors and five more elaborate fabric textures. The Black hat’s base texture is a medium-grain leather, while some others have a linen fabric look. All the styles are clearly pictured on their vendors, so you can see how each style is finished. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "ML020" skin by Yukimaru Koba (Z#road Men's Shop). Flesh Mechanic shirt by Eden Minton (MUWU). Ronin NeKoholic jeans by Sakigake Maruko (WMD).
Post Category: Casual, Dressy, Hair, Hats, New Items, Thea Tamura Fashion
June 24th, 2008 at 04:03pmRyan Darragh
Last Sunday, rather early in the morning, I saw a notice for new freebies from Alphamale. The first thought that crossed my mind was, “Finally, took Yelmer long enough … the girls had some freebie lingerie months ago!” I had been waiting a while for this and I was quite excited. Normally, when I get notices from large groups about an item, I tend to wait an hour because fighting for a spot on a full sim isn’t worth it — you can just wait a bit and there will be no one around landing on your head, etc. But after waiting about 30 seconds, I thought “Screw the others, I want that freebie” and teleported in. Luckily for me, not a lot of people are on Sunday mornings and the sim wasn’t too too crowded.
After chatting it up with Yelmer a bit (for the record, Yelmer and Mariska are very nice people — if you see them at the store y’all should say hello) I head home and tried on the new clothes. The wait was definitely worth it. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: Some
Notes: On Express: "steel gray" eyes available from Freebie Eyes Package (House of Zen). "Flexigrip" boots by Leyla Firefly(KangarOOs).
Post Category: Accessories, Alphamale, Belleza, Casual, Eyewear, Freebies, Hair, Jackets, Jeans, Mokoptica, Philotic Energy, Shirts
June 21st, 2008 at 09:04amExpress Zenovka
So, this will be a little different. I thought it might be both fun and challenging to feature some skins that might not be designs I would choose for myself, at least for everday wear, yet are still interesting and well made. This is more of a feature (or collection of features) than a formal review, so I won’t be going into quite as much detail as I usually try to do when I actually review a skin. But I will tell you what I think and hopefully show you enough in pictures that you can decide if you want to drop by any shops to try on some demos. Which of course you should alway do before buying a skin, no matter how great you may think it looks in the ads or on anyone else, including me. But I hardly need mention that for your benefit, experienced and discerning shopper that you are. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Yes | Friends List: No
Notes: On Ryan: "Canielm" hair by Britnee Hadlee (Simply Britnee). Skullie underwear by Devyn Carmichael (Moderno).
Post Category: Defectiva, Negko Design, New Items, Renegade, Skins
June 20th, 2008 at 05:06pmRyan Darragh
I honestly hadn’t heard of this store before I got a landmark by way of the Free*Style group notices a few weeks ago. I finally head in to the store and I must say I’m glad I did. First of all, the store is really cool. The build is excellent quality, and its just a nice place to look at. On top of that, there are cool-looking clothes that aren’t same stuff you find everyone else wearing. Who doesn’t like being special like that? On top of that, and more important for this post, the owner has been quite generous and has a box full of cool clothes so we can try out his stuff.
The hat, shirt, pants, and gloves are all from MadHouse 88. Lets start from the top. The hat is a close-fitting Jeep Cap and comes in three different colors: gray, green, and red. Its easiest to wear with no hair underneath, so a skin with hair drawn on would probably come in really handy. If you don’t have one, it covers enough of your head most people wouldn’t give it a second thought. Its relatively easy to resize so long as the top of your head is generally circular. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "Vivant Bronze Newbie" skin by CJ Carnot (Fleur) from GNUbie.
Post Category: Boots, Gloves, Grunge, Hats, Jackets, Jeans, Madhouse 88, Mechanism, Rosemar, Shirts
June 17th, 2008 at 03:50amExpress Zenovka
I don’t care how cut up they are, they’re currently my favourite pair of jeans and I’m going to wear them. They’ve got a lot of life left in them and they’re comfortable and they’re so London. The Union Jack on the front is ok, innit? But the London Underground logo on the back pocket is well bad. And I’ve washed the things so many times that the reds and blues are just faded enough. But the best part — you ready for this? — the best part of all is I can wear ‘em with anything. ‘Cos they’re actually two jeans in one. Low risers, for sure, you’ll see them in the other photos, but these are the high risers. Both in the same folder, pick whichever suits your top. Safe. They’re handmade for you by Maruko Sakigake of WMD — how can you not love a company named Weird Monkey Design? They come in lots of colours and designs; mine are Ronin London Edition; L$199 for the two pairs. There’s also a plain blue set for the special knock-down of L$50. Go get ‘em. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: Jacket | Friends List: No
Notes: On Mr. Oh: Nora Entice - Hunter Almond by Sezmra Svarog (Nora BodySkins & Fashion). "Jared" hair in faded black by Elikapeka Tiramisu (ETD). "Arach" glasses with scripted frames and lenses by Nibb Tardis (primOptic). Murphy shoes in black by Fallingwater Cellardoor (Shiny Things). Basic Thermals (tops) in white and dark gray by Starley Thereian (Moderno).
Post Category: Casual, Grunge, Jackets, Jeans, Pants, Shirts, Urban, WMD
June 16th, 2008 at 09:19amMr. Oh
The best part of being in contact with other freebie bloggers is that they remind you of items you’ve picked up and then totally forgotten. Half the stuff I’m wearing in this post have been available for a long time and been in my inventory for months, till I was reminded of them by seeing others wear them, mention them, or somehow remind me of them.
Gecko Gorilla, the new resident male freebie hunter at Free*Style, reminded me of my Amsterdam free shirt, the subscribomatic joining gift from Hoorenbeek. He wore the blue shirt so I decided I’d wear the brown shirt. I also seem to have a brown sports jacket from Hoorenbeek which I suspect came from either a sale or the subscribomatic, but I’m honestly not sure. If it was from the subscribomatic, I suspect its long been flushed from history. Either way, clicking on the sign still gets you two free shirts. Poking through the history will most definitely get you some notecards and perhaps a sports jacket. (more…)
Disclosure: Seen in World: Yes | Review Copy: No | Friends List: No
Notes: On Express: "steel gray" eyes available from Freebie Eyes Package (House of Zen).
Post Category: Bags, Belleza, Canimal, Casual, Freebies, Hair, Hats, Hoorenbeek, KangarOOs, Pants, Philotic Energy, Rockers Wear, Shirts, Shoes
June 15th, 2008 at 07:23amExpress Zenovka
Previous Posts
So much for putting up more than one post while I was away on vacation. It seems there’s never quite as much “spare time” as I think there will be. What is up with that? I had good intentions, but you know what they say…the road to hell and all that.
![[insert cool name] & naima](http://www.second-man.com/wp-content/uploads/ez/0028matrix/matrix.png "[insert cool name] & naima")
