Second Style Magazine

April showers bring May flowers, or so the saying goes…but a little rain couldn’t keep Oscar and I from enjoying the patio on Gin Galtier’s build at the Glitter sim. Luckily, the sun came out and we were able to enjoy our coffee and take a few pictures.
Photo 1: On Gabby:Raincoat and Boots – The Secret StoreRing: PeriquitaBag: FabulousUmbrella and Pose: JustAPoseBow: TokiDHair: LambSkin & Eyes : ExodiOn Oscar:Windbreaker : Sweetest Goodbye Shorts : Valiant Shoes : Kalnins Hair : AnaphoraHairbase : AituiEyes : Fashism Skin : Belleza
Photo 2:On Gabby:Top:  Glam AffairSkirt: So Many StylesShoes & Socks: Maitreya GoldBracelet: MOODNecklace: Sigma JewelsHair: LambSkin & Eyes: ExodiOn Oscar:Blazer : ShikiShorts : Amerie Shoes : KalninsGlasses : Reek Hair : Urban DecemberHairbase : Urban DecemberEyes : Poetic Colors Skin : Belleza Pose: oOo Studios
Photo 3:On Gabby:Shirt: The Secret StoreShorts: Mon TissuShoes: PeriquitaSocks: Tee*fyBracelet: Sigma JewelsRing: ZaaraNecklace: YummyHair: TruthSkin and Eyes: ExodiOn Oscar:Shirt: MiamaiJeans: AraiShoes: KariHair: EgoEyes: Poetic ColorsSkin: Belleza

I know it’s been a while since we said we’d post the content from the latest issue. Better late than never, I suppose.

The first post is featuring our Destination Diva piece by Ryaln Carling

There are two separate levels to this particular paradise. The lower level, where I’m standing, is a rainforest type of haven. It’s beautiful and has romantic trails for riding. You can rez your own horse or take one of those provided for you. In the upper level, you’ve got Horse Racing Tracks! Perfect if you’re looking for something like the Kentucky Derby! It’s a fun sim, with gorgeous ambiance…just a place to get away from it all.

Body:
Skin – Melissa Tan 14
Hair – fri. – Neva – Paranoid Black

Clothes:
Dress – Baiastice_Nikki-orange/red
Shoes – MJ’s Bottle Bird

Accessories:
Earrings – ::je::suis::raye::
Hat – Amacci Andrea

Pose:
GLITTERATI – Model #193

Destination:
Raisin Ranch at Fruit Islands , Raisin (130, 136, 21)

The first issue of Second Style magazine was published in April of 2006, here we are now…. April 2011. Five years is a feat for any magazine, virtual or real. We’ve been providing our audience with the latest trends in virtual clothing, accessories, furnishings, etc for as long as most Second Life users can remember. So it comes with great sadness for HeatherDawn and myself that we have to tell our faithful readers that we will be closing our doors.

I have personally been with the magazine for nearly two years now, and I have immensely enjoyed the opportunity to be a part of such a great project. The people I’ve had the opportunity to work with, the excitement of seeing each issue go to “print”, I’ve learned so much, and have grown so much through this experience. To say this goodbye is anything but heartbreaking would be a lie. I know HeatherDawn feels the same, probably for her the sentiment is doubled, or tripled because she has been with the magazine since the very beginning, and really this is her baby.

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end. The downturn in the Second Life economy has been difficult to combat, and our resources have become too low to maintain the magazine any longer. We’ve discussed numerous options, cutting back here or there…but it wouldn’t be fair to anyone – - our staff, our readers, or our advertisers.

We are endlessly grateful to everyone for having supported Second Style over the years, and are so proud of the integrity our magazine has maintained throughout. Over the next few weeks we will be sharing here some of our April 2011 issue, which has not, and will not be released in the “magazine format”. We hope you all enjoy seeing the stories and editorials.

Thank you again for the endless support, and an amazing 5 years.

There is so much that is awesome I’m about to show you today, that you might burst from joy. TRY to contain yourself PLEASE!

First off – the mix and match top and bottoms from PEQE let you make any color combo that suits your fancy! As you can see, I was quite tickled. I am wearing it with the KALEI release of jewelry from DONNA FLORA – who DOES have new stuff at Chic Limited, but just not THIS stuff.

I’m complicated like that.

So – 4pm, CHIC LIMITED APRIL CYCLE OPENS! YAAAAAAAAAAAY Read the rest of this entry »

Tiny Bird was mainly known for hair…but not anymore! Autumn Hykova has been a clothes making machine! Everything she releases lately is a MUST HAVE! For Fifty Linden Friday, she is about to release the Old Friend Dress and it is gorgeous. Lemme show you!

Pure love, right?  I paired the strapless dress with a blazer from mon tissu and added a belt from a pair of Coco’s pants.  Do not forget to go pick up this lovely dress on Friday!

Quick blurb about the rest of the stuff I have on. Nards of NX is one of the most lovely and genuine people I have met in SL…she is also extremely talented. I have blogged the Edith shoes before but I cannot stress enough how gorgeous they are!  Dark Mouse jewelry is a win win. Exquisite, detailed and always creative.

Truth hair. Swoon. That guy knows his stuff.

xo – Sophia Harlow

• Tiny Bird – Old Friend Dress – Nude – OUT soon
• {mon tissu} Rockaby Blazer – All Colors
• NX-Nardcotix MANA Edith Bronze
• TRUTH HAIR BabyDoll
• Dark Mouse Victorian Tassel – Silver
• :Curio: Lustre
• Coco Cropped pants belt
• Glitterati poses

Once upon a time I spent a lot of time in clubs and thus had reason to have sexy dancy clothes.
I was immediately reminded of the kicky fun of a night dancing with my friends when I put on the NAOMI set from MIMO COUTURE. Read the rest of this entry »

Rosie Shark is impossibly funny, has great fashion sense and is my crazy cat partner in crime.  Thanks for doing a post, Rosie Posie <33!

It all started with these amazing boots from Anexx. However, as I put this look together, I found my inner Cake fan singing Short Skirt, Long Jacket. Ok ok, the coat could be longer for that idea to work, but I seriously love pretty much anything Machang Pichot makes. I rarely have to mess with the prims at all and everything is arranged to suggest natural movement from jackets to skirts to the tiny prim laces that keep the boots on.
The boots. I simply could not pass these up. It seems that Anexx has been busily putting out some simply fantastic shoes and the Ankle Laceup Boots are no exception! Kitschy for sure, I think they speak volumes about style and work oh-so-well for both casual and more glamorous looks.

 
Style notes:

• Dutch Touch Yri V2 Apricot w/Lipstick Serie A Nr 5 tattoo
• Truth Claire in Dune
• Cake Flutter Lashes
• Fusemelon Intense Eyes – Morning Dream
• RezIpsa Loc Black Cherry Nails
• Aoharu Mini Length Trench Coat in Ivory
• DCNY Applique Top White/White
• Fishy Strawberry Early Morning Cardigan in Champage
• Anexx Ankle Lacup Boots in White
• Dark Mouse Gems ‘n’ Roses Necklace, Bangles, and ring in Red/Silver

When I popped over to Disco Deals earlier today to go shopping, I knew I had to have the Kokeshi Dolls for my dining room. From Karizmatic they are a great doll or decoration for your home. You get a boy and a girl in the set and the set of two will only set you back $L79! Which, in my world is The Awesome.

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Keira Seerose the ball of energy behind CHIC Management is a sweetheart with a to-do list a mile long. Luckily I was able to talk her into doing a stint with us as a guest blogger! <333
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Hmm…. now how did I get here?

Well, however I got here, hello! I’m Keira Seerose and I seem to be lost from my regular blog today, so here is a swift guest blog for the lovely Second Style! Personally I love to mix and match, this outfit shows that eccentric way of styling quite well, perfect for you to get the sum of me in sixty seconds (or however long it takes to peruse this post).

I have to admit this look is a little Peqe-heavy. Peqe, one of my favourite brands, is owned by one of my best friends Inex Hax. Being privy to seeing all her works as they are being created means by the time they are finally finished I am desperate to wear them, meaning they hold my attention for longer than most…. this gorgeous dress is called Denim Flow and is coming soon (really soon, I promise!) to Peqe. If you can’t wait check in store for the special 50 of a Kind version which is available now but only 50 copies will be sold.

I decided to wear this look with my favourite belt (Fri.day, Cinch.Belt in Silver) instead of with the original stomach prim, because – like I mentioned at the beginning – I like to mix and match! (If you remembered you get 5 points). I also added the white shirt underneath. Without it its a low cut but not over exposed neckline thats very sexy and flirty… but I like to offer an alternative to the original vibe of an item… I matched it with boots (*COCO* Flat ankle boots) and the Prue tights (also Peqe) for a more grown up but still vibrant style.

The last thing to mention are my earrings, they are from Bliensen+MaiTai and I just love them. They come with the option of wearing them in gold too, but I wore the silver to tie in with the belt and shirt. Delicately made. Lovely.

Top to toe

Hair: Lamb – Witch in Ink
Skin: League – Sia in Champagne (Sunkiss Skintone) (Freckles+Hairbase)
White Shirt: INDI Designs – Blouse (From the Hooded Knit Cardigan pack)
Dress: Peqe - Denim Flow Dress (COMING SOON)
Belt: Fri.day - Cinch.Belt in Silver
Tights: Peqe - The Prue Tights
Earrings: Bliensen+MaiTai – Earring WindChime in Snow (Silver)
Boots: *COCO* - Flat ankle boots
Poses: Di’s Opera - With Poise Pack

Well that’s all for me, thanks Second Style for having me, it’s been a pleasure — Seerose out! (always wanted to say that!)

laughs madly and runs away

Spring is finally here! About time…but now I just need a wee bit more sunshine. I live in the very rainy part of the country and am looking forward to some serious sun.

The adorable Kianna Noel of AddiCt is already getting us ready for sunny days with her latest releases. The Boho  tube top screams summer to me. It also reminds me of my older sisters and summers in the city. They would get all dressed up in tube tops, flared jeans and go dancing in NYC clubs. I was very young but I adored watching them get ready.  The latest jean release from Linc is pretty awesome. I am loving the fit and how low they are in the front but..um no crack in the back.  I know it is just pixels but I just cannot show crack. In either life. No no no.

I am sure you have heard about Another Fundraiser II and how you can buy so many lovely things for 50L each and offer our support to Japan. Did you know that AddiCt has the most loveeely makeup tattoos there? Love. If you have not been there yet, please tp over and buy buy buy!

Also – do not forget that Pose Fair is coming soooon, April 1st to be exact!

xo – Sophia Harlow

• AddiCt – Boho Summer Tube Top
  AddiCt Day Tripper bag
  *L.inc* Tyra Jeans Starlet Wash Dark Blue w/ Flare Cuffs
  LAQ Linnea
  -[AddiCt]-Aki Eyeshadow & Liner – Another Fundraiser II
  [MANDALA]MILKY WAY – Rings only
  (Shiny Things) Zimmy Flats – spring
  Truth – Jersey
  LeLutka Teeth Alpha
  Poses – !Bang