Gaga For Fashion

The February issue of AVENUE Magazine is a fashion lover's dream because it features articles and fashion spreads on some of the biggest trendsetters in SL; Djod Karu, Thalia Jie, and Nardya Rousselot.

First up, you'll be treated to an up close and personal look at Djod Karu, the designing force behind DIRAM, one of the grid's most talked about brands. The SL fashion world has been buzzing for weeks about the highly anticipated release of Djod's new Scandalous collection and it did not disappoint. Read this month's issue to find out why people are going gaga for DIRAM and learn how some of the most iconic figures in pop culture serve to inspire this talented lady.



Speaking of icons, when thinking of them as it relates to SL fashion the name Thalia Jie comes to mind. The amazingly gifted stylist and photographer is this month's featured Fashion Icon. It's a well deserved title and you should take this wonderful opportunity to learn about her journey and get a glimpse of her styling and photographic talents.



Finally, you can't afford to miss the Nardcotix Fashion Spread! The latest beautiful designs of Nardya Rousselot are featured in this unforgettable piece. You'll find gorgeous elegant formals that are perfect for Valentine's day. Additionally, you'll be treated to a peek at some of the stylish offerings from her incredible new shoe line.



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AVENUE Models Winterfaire Video

AVENUE Models 2009 winter fashion showcase Winterfaire video is now viewable.



AVENUE invites you to celebrate the joy of winter with collections from Designing Nicky Ree, LeeZu!, CHANTKARE, JADOR Fashion, Anubis Style, My Precious by Agnes Finney, B! Fashion, SF Designs, Vassnia and runway debut of Vitabela Dubrovna’s inworld label Boudoir.

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AVENUE Magazine February

For the month of romance, may one of these special features be your muse:

Fashion Icon Thalia Jie
Fashion Spreads of Baiastice, Angel Dessous, Nardcotix & Osakki
Going GaGa over Fashion with djod karu of DIRAM
Cyber Couture love at the Greenies sim
DJ of the Month Mace Runo
Filthy Fluno's Women



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Wishing On A Cure – teams’ registration for Relay For Life of Second Life starts TODAY!

Today, Feb 1st will be the day when you can start registering your team for the Relay For Life in SL! Tihs year’s theme is ‘Wishing On A Cure’. Registration of teams is the first step towards fundraising that will start from March to July, culminating in a 24-hour walk on July 17-18 around a virtual track.

To register your team, please go to: http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/slregistration. Registration opens TODAY, February 1. 

If you don't have a team and would like to participate in Second Life's biggest official fundraising event for the American Cancer Society, AVENUE Inc. has a group, called AVENUE of Life. Look for AVENUE of Life under groups to join us and take part in raising funds for cancer research and awareness! 

Below is an excerpt from the official press release regarding Relay for Life in SL:

About Relay For Life

Relay For Life is the signature fundraising event of the American Cancer Society. The mission of the American Cancer Society is to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Cancer knows no boundaries. The American Cancer Society partners with 20 cancer organizations globally to license and support Relay For Life programs in other countries.

About Relay For Life of Second Life

Relay For Life of Second Life (RFL of SL) is a division of Relay For Life in an online virtual world. Relay For Life teams fundraise from mid-March through mid-July. On July 17 and 18 we will walk a track for 24 hours, just like in a real world Relay For Life. Team members build and gather at their team campsites, enjoy live music, participate in fun events, and explore the many Relay sims and the incredible builds by some of Second Life’s top designers, as the event runs overnight and into the next morning.

Last year’s Relay For Life of Second Life attracted more than 120 teams with participants from over 26 countries, held over 300 team fundraising events between March and July, and raised over US$275,000 (that’s REAL US dollars) for cancer research and education.

Key dates

Please note these key dates:

February 1 – Teams’ registration opens

February 12 – information sessions at 6am and 4pm

February 13 – information sessions at 8am and 6pm

March 13 – Kickoff Party and start of fundraising!

July 17-18 – GO RELAY!

Love Strikes

AVENUE Magazine releases a special Valentine's Day issue this February that answers all your gift needs. Whether you're buying for him or buying for her, this list is composed from some of SL's best designers and creators covers everything from the always popular jewelry, furniture, elegant gowns and suits to the sexy essentials worn underneath. Show your loved one how much you really care!



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PUNK NOIR & DOGGLOUNGE

AVENUE Magazine sure has rocked us into the new big 2010 by featuring many talented creators and designers. Boe Cortes's PUNK NOIR and DOGGLOUNGE are two wonderful examples in the January issue that exhibits what to wear and where to go.

PUNK NOIR demonstrates some of the hottest men's styles for winter 2010 by featuring the latest in hair, skin, clothes and accessories created by some of SL's top designers. Boe certainly knows fashion and displays it all with a great sense of style.



The DOGGLOUNGE, the club of the month, is a contemporary southern California beach rendetion, which specializes in house music. This hot spot is definately worth checking out that's all about the music with a spectacular atmosphere.

Read more about these hot topics in the January issue of AVENUE.

January issue of AVENUE.

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2010 The Future is Now! Presented by Rezzable with AVENUE Inc. | Treet TV

Amazing interview given by Ms Angie Mornington with the crew from Rezzable & AVENUE detailing the behind the scenes of their latest fashion collaboration "2010 The Future is Now". What does that mean exactly, the future is now? Where did you feel the world would be in 2010? Get the vantage point from some of Second Life's top fashion designers as they carry this theme through their creations.



We'd like to also thank the following designers for dressing up the show host and guests.
Angie Mornington was wearing Marketa Imperiale by Indyra Seigo of Indyra Originals
Rusch Raymaker was wearing Scylla Bounty Hunter by Nardya Rousselot of Nardcotix
Achariya Maktoum was wearing Mila by Mami Jewell of AZUL
Jesika Contepomi was wearing Elevator by Joy Laperriere of Magnifico

To be a part of the fun, join us Saturday at 7pm SLT at the closing party of "2010 The Future is Now". AVENUE Models will be around socializing and grabbing the guests attention in each of the designer creations.

For more information please read the official press release.

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