Homme Styles :: AVENUE Magazine April 2012

"Colour Me Bad"
Edge of Style | Page 112
Boe Cortes

"Cadeau Lumineux"
AVENUE Homme | Page 128
Cade Nansen

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Femme Styles :: AVENUE Magazine April 2012

"Fables"
miStyle | Page 46
Miaa Rebane

"La Boheme"
Trendspotting | Page 56
Dantelicia Ethaniel

"le couleur influence"
Fashion Forward | Page 68
Diconay Boa

"Springing with Color"
Blogspot | Page 104
Absinthe

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AVENUE Magazine April 2012 Exclusive - Zanze

 AVENUE Magazine is proud to introduce ZanzE, the newest hot spot to hit the grid. ZanzE is ready for it's debut as a picturesque sim which features everything from a shopping district, runway, photographic services and club.

Check out this up close and personal interview with ZanzE owner Zzoie Zee, as she takes the grid by storm.

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Rejuvenation :: AVENUE Magazine April 2012

"Boudoir's Rejuvination"

Cover Story | Page 34

Written by: Jesika Contepomi

Photography by: Kallisto Destiny

AVENUE revisits the design house of Boudoir by sisters Vitabela Dubrovna and Precious Restless.  Oh, how the world of fashion has changed for these sisters since our last cover interview in November of 2010.  As stated before, few designers in Second Life® can boast designing success in both worlds. Boudoir happens to be one of the few that can not only boast this, but they have the published success in both worlds to show for it.

"Redefining Sexy"

Fashion Icon | Page 78

Writer: Sensuous Soulstar

Photographer: Blackliquid Tokyoska

There’s always that one dress that’s hidden in the back of your closet. It’s not your everyday dress, and it’s definitely not formalwear. And while it may be all the way in the back, you never forget about “that dress.” You only pull it out for those special times. Because, in the words of Beyonce, it’s your “freakum dress.” And while you may have your favorite designers for certain looks, there’s only one who can bring out the perfect mix of maximum sex appeal with just the right amount of class. You know the name. You know the brand. And you know the feeling that wearing that dress gives you. You feel every bit of the word “sexy.” And you have none other than Eboni Khan to thank for bringing out the Hucci in you.

"color.me"

Featured Designer | Page 86

Writer/Model: Diconay Boa

Photographer/Model: Ozz Larsson

color
[kuhl-er] 

1.the quality of an object or substance with respect to light reflected by the object, usually determined visually by measurement of hue, saturation, and brightness of the reflected light; saturation or chroma; hue.

"The new face of fierce"

Model of the Month | Page 96

Writer: Sensuous Soulstar

Photographer: Annough Lykin

You’ve seen her face. You know her name…even if you still can’t pronounce it correctly. (It’s “Vicky Jay” for those of you who are still having trouble.) But more importantly, you know of her style. A staple in the blogger community, this month’s chosen Model of the Month is a fashion force to be reckoned with. While there is so much to learn, this month, we touch just the surface as we sit down with her to discuss her Second Life® modeling career. Without any further introduction, we present Vikeejeah Xevion.

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AVENUE Magazine April 2012

Spring is a time of rebirth, join AVENUE as we let the colors of spring awaken our inner creativity.

Cover Story | Boudoir
Fashion Icon | Eboni Khan
Feature Designer | House of Fox
Model of the Month | Vikeejeah Xevion
DJ of the Month | Summer Deadlight
Featured Artist | Alan Brady

Wishing you a colorful and vibrant April. Spring forth with style and passion!

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The new side of Menswear :: AVENUE Magazine March 2012

"Tied Up"
Fun with Fashion | Page 46
By Vixie Rayna

Androgyny was our theme for March, inspired by the upcoming Menswear Fashion Week 2012. All of AVENUE Magazine columnists were instructed to find their inner androgynous style. I tried to breakdown the idea into the basic theme of a tie.

"In|Defined"
mi Style | Page 68
By Miaa Rebane

"Andro Man"
Edge of Style | Page 84
By Boe Cortes

Androgynous style is fast becoming a trend in Second Life® fashion with many designers opting to create unisex clothing. Men and women are increasingly becoming more creative in the way they shop by crossing over and branching out into stores opposite to their gender.

"The Unnamed"
AVENUE Homme | Page 76
Model & Stylist: Salvo Waydelich
Photographer: Ozz Larsson

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Fashion ENTENTE :: AVENUE Magazine March 2012

"A fashion Entente"
Cover Story | Page 34
Writter: Augusta Carver
Photographer: by Brie Wonder

Fashion; it is never constant, always evolving and moving forward. And with the creation of Second Life®, there are always new fashions to see and buy for the avatar. The up-and-coming store “Entente” has been drawing lots of attention lately. With multiple designers: Baudouin Resident, Caelestinus Resident, Guarinot Resident, Meraud Resident, Nazaire Resident, and Benezet Resident, there is more than enough creativity to go around. I was able to speak with the group about their new brand and what they expect to accomplish within the SL® fashion industry.

"Styling Adjuncts"
Featured Designer | Page 56
Writer, Stylist, Model: Vixie Rayna
Photographer, Stylist, Model: Miaa Rebane

TheNativeHasReturned (myvegancookbook.bolissima) may just have the most unique name in all of Second Life®. As the owner and designer of Adjunct, and this month’s AVENUE Magazine Featured Designer, he has made geek-style, chic! Take a look as Miaa Rebane and Vixie Rayna showcase how women can add their own spin on classic menswear with a twist!

"Chiaki Xue: Creating expressions of individuality"
Fashion Icon | Page 132
Writer: Sensuous Soulstar
Interpreter: Apollo Call
Photographer: Ozz Larsson

Dura has become a household name. Its creative hair designs for men and women can be spotted on the runway, in the latest issues of magazines, and even on most Second Life® residents on a day-to-day basis. And while you may be quite familiar with the brand, many are not familiar with the humble creators behind the scenes. This month, AVENUE sits down with one half of the creative team, Chiaki Xue, to find out more about how she got her start in the world of hair, and a little more on the history of Dura.

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AVENUE Magazine MWFW 2012 Exclusive

Menswear has never looked this good. Join AVENUE as we introduce you to the opening of Menswear Fashion Week 2012.

We are honored to sponsor the event once again this year and look forward to seeing you at the festivities.

Get a sneak peak of what's in store, and a behind the scenes look at some of this year's designers. MWFW 2012 or Bust!

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AVENUE Magazine March 2012

March is for MEN. With Menswear Fashion Week just around the corner, AVENUE would like to celebrate the much anticipated fashions with a homage to MEN.

We introduce you to the newest design team to hit the grid, Entente, with a candid up close interview on the powerhouse design team.

Join the AVENUE Stylists with their androgynous inspired styles. Featured Designer Adjunct, Fashion Icon Chiaki Xue, Menswear Fashion Week's Lexie Jansma, For the Love of with the Giant Snail Race's Racerx Nitely, DJ of the Month Anubis Darkwatch and Featured Artist Quika Basevi.

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AVENUE Magazine February 2012

Celebrate a month of love with AVENUE. This month we are proud to honor all those who discovered love in the most unlikely of places here within Second Life. This issue is dedicated to the 2nd anniversary of Blush Skins creators Marie Whitfield and Ymir Coronet and we wish them many more blissful years to come.

Cover Story : Blush Skins
Fashion Icon : Yula Finesmith
Featured Designer : The Sea Hole
Interiors : The Loft
Sports & Recreation : London 2012 Olympics
Featured Artist : Winter Hendes

…and so much more.

Wishing you a loving February,
AVENUE

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MESH :: AVENUE Magazine January 2012

"Maitreya Mesh"
Featured Designer | Page 40
Stylist & Model: Vixie Rayna
Photographer & Model: Miaa Rebane

"Mix Match Mesh"
Edge of Style | Page 86
Writer & Stylist: Boe Cortes

What better way to leap into the new year then the start of a new venture: Mesh!

Mixing and matching mesh clothing for those who haven't tried is a challenge, but well worth a shot.

"Weird at Mesh Mellows: integrating mesh into art"
Arts Feature | Page 212
Writer: Spruce Canning
Photographer: Sophy Meridoc

Mesh is here to stay in Second Life®. It was only a matter of time that the new content creation technology would be integrated into the many of the art works that have been presented on the grid. Claudia222 Jewell’s build, "Weird at the Mesh Mellows" sim does just that.

AVENUE will be presenting the MIX + Mesh Fashion Fair on February 25th...stay tuned.


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Jador Re-invented with Mesh :: AVENUE Magazine January 2012

"Standing out from the crowd"
Cover | Page 32
Written by Linda Reddevil & Photographed by Asia Rae

Once in awhile, good things can come out of necessity and desperation, and can also end up benefiting the mass majority of people. In fact, these very two things were the driving force behind Ziamela Loon when she began designing her own clothing line, Jador Fashion.

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AVENUE Magazine January 2012

With the new year now in full swing what does 2012 have in store? AVENUE is proud to present you with Mesh.

From creative designers to fabulous builders there is no doubt the evolution of mesh will change our second life as we know it.

Cover Story - Ziamela Loon reinvents Jador with Mesh
Featured Designer - Maitreya Mesh
Vinettes - Strawberry Singh . Defectiva
Edge of Style - Boe Cortes . Mix Match Mesh
Arts Feature - Mesh Mellows

AVENUE will be presenting the MIX + Mesh Fashion Fair on February 25th...so stay tuned.

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Last Look at 2011 - AVENUE's December Issue

"tuberosa"
Trendspotting | Page 50
Styled, Modeled & Photographed by Brie Wonder

Creating something retro-inspired, intimate and feminine, with a 60s sort of edge to it that showcased some cool under-things...

"Lapland"
Winter Styles | Page 68
Styled, Modeled & Photographed by Kallisto Destiny

"Picka Pucka Poncho"
Edge of Style | Page 78
Written, Styled, Modeled & Photographed by Boe Cortes

Ponchos! Yep, that’s right you heard me. Long gone are the days of dressing as a cowboy in order to justify wearing a poncho. For some time now ponchos have been considered a fashion item for the ladies, but not anymore; if you're brave enough to venture out in one, here are a few styles to give you some ideas of how to "man up" a poncho for the winter. Come on lads, lets show the ladies that we can carry off a poncho just as well. So, next time you go shopping, why not "picka pucka poncho" and see what you can come up with.

"Le Rouge et le Noir"
Homme | Page 94
Styled, Modeled and Photographed by Cade Nansen

"Vintage Love"
Fun with Fashion | Page 142
Written, Styled and Photographed by Vixie Rayna
Modeled by Matteo Bettencourt and Vixie Rayna

This season is all about the retro fashion, using classic textures, colors and locations. Vintage Fair 2011 by Chic Management motivated many designers to create unique pieces for the event. Matteo Bettencourt joins me this month, as we find our vintage inspiration. Journey with us to The Mother Road, where you’ll fall in love with the vintage of Second Life®.

"Looking Back"
Inspirations | Page 284
Curated by Paola Tauber

Read these articles and more in the December edition of AVENUE Magazine.

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Fashion at is Finest - AVENUE's December Issue

As we take 2011 out in style…look back with us on some of this years favorite designers.

"Foxy Designs"
Cover Story | Page 34
Written by Augusta Carver & Photography by Kallisto Destiny

House of Fox is a well-known, innovative fashion house that was born nearly two years ago. During those two years, its brand has evolved and designer, Fashionboi Landar has become an influential fashion designer within Second Life®. Landar is known for an avant-garde spirit in his clothing, frequently creating designs far removed from the current trends. His diversity and versatility is what sets him apart from other designers.

"The Wonderful World of Faster Pussycat"
Featured Designer | Page 44
Written, Styled and Modeled by Vixie Rayna & Photography by Brie Wonder

If you are searching for a unique creative vision in fashion, look no further than Honey Bender’s Faster Pussycat. Her shop is filled with cutting edge male and female fashion with inspiration collections like Neo Geisha, Velvet Elvis, Circus Life, and much more.

"Working Stylishly"
Fashion Icon | Page 60
Written by Augusta Carver & Photography by Cade Nansen

I remember hearing about Keira Seerose and CHIC Management when the Black and Blue Fair started during the summer of last year. I loved the concept of it: raising awareness about mental illnesses while shopping. It was a creative concept that garnered a lot of attention. Now CHIC has grown into a business that gets bigger and bigger with each event. The events that Seerose and her team put on always amaze as each one gets better and better.

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AVENUE Magazine December 2011

As we round the end of 2011, take a moment to enjoy all that the year has brought us.

- Get a glimpse into the innovative fashion mind of House of Fox designer Fashionboi Landar
- Behind the scene look at Vintage Fair's Keira Seerose of CHIC Management
- Featured Designer Spread with Faster Pussycat
- AVENUE Model of the Month Dahlia Joubert
- Interiors with Cheeky Pea
- Interesting Sim at Clockwork Kingdom
- For the love of celebrating SL's Beautiful Bald & Pink campaign
- Perspective of Christmas in SL
- Live Music Newcomer Long Pausch
- Featured Artist Anon120
- Arts Feature The Path

AVENUE wishes you a happy holiday, and prosperous New Year!

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Christmas Expo 2011

The 2011 Chrismas Expo
December 3rd-18th, 2011

Website: http://slchristmasexpo.wordpress.com/

Marking its 1st year in SL, The 2011 Christmas Expo is coming to town! In support of Relay For Life of Second Life and the American Cancer Society, the Christmas Expo will open on December 3rd, 2011 at 9am slt and will close on December 18th at 9pm slt.

A Christmas wonderland, spanning four SL regions, will set the scene for guests and shoppers, vendors and entertainers. SL residents will be able to find Christmas gifts, spend a romantic evening in the Holiday Ballroom with a sweetheart, or visit Santa and have pictures taken.

Residents can attend one of the many events:

SL Idol - An annual singing competition that will take place every year at The Christmas Expo, this contest will involve rounds of performances by some of SL’s great musicians.

The Avi Choice Awards - The Avi Choice Awards ~ the annual awards presentation recognizing the people and talent behind SL’s amazing creations, completely chosen and voted on by SL residents.

Amazing Race - Two member teams will race across the SL grid collecting specific hunt items, completing challenges and competing to be the last team standing.

Christmas Parties - Visitors can schedule their Christmas Parties at Expo. DJs can be booked or bring your own and the scenery has already been set for a fabulous and festive Holiday party.

The Breedables Pet Championship - hosted this year by the Breeder's Burough!

Auction/Raffle - Many amazing items will be available for auction and raffle from some of SL's best creators. 100% of the proceeds from the Expo's auctions and raffles will go to Relay For Life of Second Life.

Shopping - In addition to enjoying the many events, activities and features of the Christmas Expo, visitors can get a head start on their Christmas shopping at the more than 70 shops.

Live Music/DJ - Entertainment will feature many of SL's top performers, singers, djs, and hosts throughtout the Expo. See the website for dates and times.

KONA Radio will be broadcasting throughout the Expo. You can tune in at:
http://gold.slserver.com:10500/live.ogg
and visit: http://www.konastream.com/
Christmas Expo 2011's design and construction is generously provided by SL’s incredible builder, Kayle Matzerath of Garden of Dreams. Kayle’s talent brings amazing dream-like settings to the virtual world and he is bringing his style and talent to Christmas Expo. Kayle was the Relay For Life Event Day 2011 Designer Sim Award winner, as well. Kayle's holiday builds will provide excellent photo ops for those memory-making photos.
Friend us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SLs-Christmas-Expo/282062608486247

For more information, contact:
Joonie Jatho
Public Relations Coordinator
Nikki Mathieson
Christmas Expo Coordinator

Winter Styles - AVENUE's November Issue

Get a glimpse of this seasons trends from AVENUE's Fashion Stylists.


"kamchatka"
Trendspotting | Page 52
Styled, Modeled & Photographed by Brie Wonder

wanted to create something really glam but sort of edgy with a mix of prints and textures ...something that was also still really feminine and that was in a woodland/forest setting.... just saw a piece about Kamchatka and was an inch away from literally using a grizzly bear, but alas...

"Asian Influence"
Fun with Fashion | Page 84
Styled, Modeled and Photographed by Vixie Rayna

Spice up your fall with fashions from the Orient. This month’s Fun with Fashion is all about Asian influence, and the stunning Japan Kansai sim is the perfect backdrop to the styles. Take your own journey using obi belts, modern shapes, and Asian patterns.

"Flight of feathers"
Edge of Style | Page 100
Written, Styled, Modeled & Photographed by Boe Cortes

It's been over a year since I last played with couture styles for AVENUE, so you can imagine the excitement when I started shopping around. Second Life® male fashion has certainly come a long way in creative styles and concepts with designers such as Ladies Who Lunch, Tableau Vivant, Gizza and the incredible couture hair styles from MADesign.

"Asia Rae"
Blogspot | Page 114
Styled, Modeled & Photographed by Asia Rae

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Rejuvenation - AVENUE's November Issue

The start of any new season and especially the coming of the holiday's is a great time to take a moment, step back and really look at oneself. Before you round the corner into the new year, what can you do to make a different, no matter how small or slight, everyone can be rejuvenated by little changes. This month we introduce the Couture AVENUE Look Winners and new Faces of Couture AVENUE as well as unveil the new cover design and magazine look. These small changes we hope pass on a more enjoyable experience to our readers.

AVENUE wishes you all a very happy holiday season full of shopping and great cheer.

"Couture AVENUE Look"
Cover Story | Page 34
Written by Xandrah Sciavo
Photography by Annough Lykin

The AVENUE runway came to life with plenty of fierce competition during the last year as contestants from all over the grid competed for the opportunity to become the face of Couture AVENUE by entering the Couture AVENUE Look 2011 Contest. Each month, contest hopefuls submitted photograph entries displaying their stunning styles created from designs from some of Second Life®’s most talented designers. Please join AVENUE as we celebrate the selection of our two talented and charismatic winners, Diconay Boa and Harsch Sharktooth.

"Chic, from head to toe"
Fashion Icon | Page 44
Written by Augusta Carver
Photography by Miaa Rebane

They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend. If that is true then for this girl, clothes and shoes are a close second. I have to admit that I have not always been a shoe girl in real life or in my Second Life®, but they are inching their way into my heart, heel by heel. For that I am thankful because there are some amazingly gorgeous shoes out there, and when I put them on my feet, I feel sexy from head to toe. Nardya Rousselot of the famous NX-Nardcotix brand creates beautiful high quality shoes as well as one-of-a-kind clothing.

"The man behind Belleza’s success"
Featured Designer | Page 60
Written by ShaiLi Alex
Photography by Kallisto Destiny

Belleza means beauty in Spanish and it so accurately reflects the work of Tricky Boucher and his store, Belleza Skins. With over 36,000 group members currently, Belleza Skins is one of the most successful stores in Second Life®, and a good reason is because all of their skins are amazingly realistic and people love it. “Wonderful creations come in every collection, and their skins are fantastic,” says Honey Endrizzi, one of those 36,000 fans of Belleza.

"Exquisitely BaObA"
Featured Designer | Page 72
Written, Styled and Modeled by Vixie Rayna
Photography by Brie Wonder

One stop in Petalos Clary’s BaObA hat boutique and you may think that you have died and gone to millinery heaven. The entire shop is filled with the most deliciously decadent designs one can imagine. For any serious fashionista, the urge to spend bucket loads of Lindens™ will be irresistible and you will leave poor but deliriously happy!

Read these articles and more in the November edition of AVENUE Magazine.

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AVENUE Magazine November 2011

A month of rejuvenation, AVENUE takes you on a trip around the grid. Starting at home introducing the Faces of Couture AVENUE, Diconay Boa and Harsch Sharktooth to Fashion Icon Nardya Rousselot. Join us as we take a Flight of Feathers with AVENUE Stylist Boe Cortes or a look through the Kaleidoscope with AVENUE Stylist Brie Wonder. Just as Umberto Giano takes us to DIGS we round the corner and end with inspirations curated by AVENUE Creative Director Paola Tauber.

Wishing you all a joyous Thanksgiving and Happy Holiday!

with love,
~AVENUE

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