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Butterfli Sorbet Modelling BOSTON WESTLAND

Oh La La, Fan me! Working up a sweat still from yesterday over at Boulevard Agency! 11-11:30amSLT, saw me amongst others, intrigued, inspired, and in loooove with designs that were being showcased in the BOSL Designer Challenge. Ive picked some of my favourite images from the event, which really caught the attention of my eyes!

This was the penultimate round of the Designer Challenge, and what a round it was. The spirit of the event was ‘Carnival’, and that is exactly what we got. And it could have been a carnival in itself! Hmmm…Frolic…i have an idea! But Anyway, as you can see in the pictures displayed, there are some amazing, creative, and colourful designs, that were shown to the public for the first time EVER, at yesterdays event!

The Models and Designers in this challenge, are listed below in no particular order:

1. Dancer Dallagio – APPLEBLOSSOM SITTINGBULL
2. Butterfli  Sorbet – BOSTON WESTLAND
3. Melanie Sautereau – CHIANERA CIOC
4. Marry Eel -  MEGHINDO ROMANO
5. Sora Tatham – MONICA OUTLANDER
6. Brittainy Collins – RAMONA PLANER
7. Sabine Blackburn – TALIA LEFAVRE

Now for me, the one that really got me going, was BOSTON WESTLAND! OMG that guy can design and create masterpieces! An extraordinary red/pink dress, with and amazing head piece, which really accompanied the dress…stunningly well infact!

Brittainy Collins Modelling RAMONA PLANER

Another that interested me, and took a really unique style than I’ve ever seen before, was a design by RAMONA PLANER. It reminded me of something i saw, when i used to watch the movie classic ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’. It had a classical, yet, modern feel to it, and was certainly something i would love to see people wearing at a party! Grabbed the attention of everyone in the room that’s for sure.

Sabine Blackburn Modelling TALIA LEFAVRE

And SABINE BLACKBURN who was modelling the most, incredible design i have ever seen really, and I’m into fashion alot! Especially here in Second Life. It was created by TALIA LEFARVRE, who really took on board colours! And too look at the dress from a distance, it looks stunning, but to get close to it, its Stunningly Stunning! Fish floating around the body, who would have thought of that!?! – But Hey, TALIA LEFAVRE did win yesterdays Challenge, and, rightly so i think! Although, every Designer had worked hard, and put alot of time and effort into the designs showcased, they are simply all geniuses of Creativity!

Love It! – Edi C

In the pantheon of fashion gods, one name rules above all others. A woman who was a pioneer, a rebel–a woman of unswerving self-belief; lover of many, truly known by few. The name is Mademoiselle Coco Chanel. Controversial throughout her life, Chanel created elegant yet simple clothes; garments that shocked and astounded in equal measure. A true innovator, her name still resonates, continually inspiring fashion designers in both real and virtual worlds to strive for excellence.

Paying tribute to Coco and her enduring legacy, twenty of SL’s most prestigious fashion houses were invited to design key pieces that would simultaneously define their own style and echo that of the great designer herself. Once again, the luxuriant setting of the Patch Thibaud Auditorium was the setting for this, the Grand finale to the ‘Best of Second Life Magazine’ fashion week. With its beautiful art deco furnishings, you could almost sense the ghost of Chanel herself-watching with approval from one of the balconies as the show began.

As the red velvet curtains drew back, a spectacular stage was revealed based on a Chanel shop front with stunning models from the Boulevard Agency, silhouetted against a Parisian sky. There were gasps from the huge assembled audience. The magnificence of the stage left us all spellbound as Cheri Parker, our welcoming host for the event, introduced the models. The evening’s entertainment, singer Elvera Lerner, serenaded us with her melodious voice, singing a selection of show tunes and Cole Porter classics, thus providing the perfect soundtrack to the supremely glamorous atmosphere.

The real stars of the show were the clothes themselves and the designers exceeded all expectations. Variations of Chanel classics such as the little black dress were given futuristic flourishes such as swirling fur trim and layers of opalescent tulle.  Chanel’s trademark pearls were encrusted over tight bodices. Her other signature design statement, tweed, was given a contemporary twist and featured on cropped jackets and headwear. Naturally, an emphasis on traditional Chanel colors of dynamic white and black featured heavily throughout, but each designer managed to make the creations their very own, imbuing the clothes with the essence of Chanel yet creating their own unique styles. Enhancing the clothes even further, footwear was provided by the incomparable Stiletto Moody, the perfect shoes to wear with any Chanel-inspired creation.

Even when the hour-long catwalk show was over, the excitement did not end, as the CEO of BOSL, Frolic Mills took to the stage, accompanied by all the participating models. Standing on top of a glistening white carousel, Mr. Mills announced to the thrilled audience, which included a huge selection luminaries from the SL fashion scene such as Raven Pennyfeather, Applonia Criss, Jarl Soderstrom and Mimi Juneau, that one lucky audience member would receive the entire collection. After calling out a selection of Chanel related questions in local chat, it was declared that the winner of this glittering prize was Nino Heartsdale who told me that she was “overwhelmed, stunned and completely delighted at winning these exquisite clothes”.  This show was undeniably a resounding triumph for all those involved and a fitting homage to Coco Chanel–a woman whose designs shaped the way we all dress today.

QUOTE:

Thera Taurog: Did you notice? People always look to be better on SL. The result is SL provides a better life to all of us:))

Thera is a warm and richly human person to chat to and it was my pleasure to catch up with her before her successful show today.

“You know the best sensation for me  doesn’t have to do with lindens.  I just love everytime I see a beautiful SL woman wearing something I did:))), that’s what drives me to make more.”

For those of you who missed today’s show, keep watching for the pics. It was without doubt the most creatively lovely fashion show I have seen this year. Congrats to Frolic and Nino who were responsible for all that wonderful visual stimulation.

And Lady Thera? Well she’s rather busy these days – happily so.

“I’ve decided to do only one [new design] per month because I got married a second time… And we wanted to enjoy other things on SL.”

Every happiness Thera from all of us at BOSL.

Pictures courtesy of Hermes Kondor

This show titled Cirque du Soleil (Circus of the Sun in English), was a sparkling extravaganza of sight and sound featuring two of Second Life’s most renowned designers:  Nonna Hedges (Details) and Mami Jewell (Azul).

What better venue to showcase these incredibly beautiful designs than the Patch Thibaud Auditorium, which was wonderfully transformed into an imaginative fantasy setting befitting the distinctive works of Nonna and Mami.

Patch Auditorium Transformed

The first collection was from Nonna Hedges who lost her heart to Paris and brought back an amazing collection.

Summer Deadlight in Danseur du Soleil

Gemini Hennesy wearing Nonna Hedges Harlequin

Next, we turned our attention to the elegant designs of Mami Jewell.

Alexia Speizer wears Mami Jewell's Fiore Segreto

Mimmi Boa wears Aida from Azul

Well, remember I mentioned this show was an extravaganza of  sight and sound?  As a special surprise, we were treated to live music throughout the show provided by a talented Performer named Melodyblue Melody.  Ms. Melody is a First Life performer who has performed in many venues large and small.  Although relatively new to Second Life, it is clear she has a bright future here as she sings like an angel.  Her repertoire includes:  jazz, blues, R&B, and a little rock & roll.

Boulevard Agency provided the models for Cirque du Soleil.  Kay Fairey produced the show and the lovely models were;  Mimmi Boa, Summer Deadlight, Gemini Hennesy, Kyrinnia Desmoulins, Alexia Speizer, and Wenadrenia Soderstrom.

Thanks to Nonna Hedges and Mami Jewell for sharing their talents with us.  There are two more absolutely fantabulous days left of the BOSL Fashion Week 2009, you don’t want to miss a single minute…see you all there!

BOSL CEO Frolic Mills and Soraya Vaher (Violator) are part of the large audience

The provocative designs of Kariwanz Felisimo of KWZ highlighted day five of this extraordinary BOSL Fashion Week 2009. These are the shows any Second Life fashionista or fashionisto will be talking about for months to come.

Held at the Patch Thibaud Auditorium, the KWZ show transported the audience into the world of Victorian, gothic, and modern haute couture…I’m not kidding…this was an incredibly innovative and creative show featuring designs for men, women, and even some childrens items, with a vast amount of attention to detail. The Cake dresses put us in mind of Marie Antoinette’s famous quote “let them eat cake”, but no calories of course.

Some of the men’s outfits were so incredibly romantic, they made me feel like swooning.

The set featured a long tunnel-like runway with an exquisite red carpet for models to glide upon. All along the sides of the tunnel were yellow taxis, no doubt waiting to whisk away all the elite guests at the conclusion of the affair.

Boulevard Agency models happily participating in this exciting show were; Mr. and Miss Virtual World; Liam Netizen and Mimmi Boa, Kay Fairey, Nemi McCoy, Fann Hyun, Gemini Hennesey, Bunny Tomorrow, Jarl Soderstrom, Alexia Speizer, and Wenedrenia Soderstrom.

One of the special highlights of this show was the appearance of Alexia Speizer and Wenadrenia Soderstrom showing the children’s designs. The outfits were adorable, as were the “children”, who delighted the audience with their antics.

These Fashion Week shows have been extremely well attended as you can imagine. Some of the honored guests at the KWZ show were; Kariwanz Felisimo (KWZ Owner/Designer), Naiyah Dreamscape and Brittainy Collins (Co-CEO’s of Diversity Models), Salvo Waydelich (SW & MB Production Owner), Linnda Scofield (CEO of ModelX), Hermes Kondor (CEO Kondor Photography), Allenclive Beaumont and Mavi Beck (Boulevard Agency models), Alecx Writer ( CEO of PixeLook), Minx Glaz (CEO of Violator).

If by some odd chance you have missed the shows thus far, take heart, there are three more breathtaking days ahead. Don’t miss another minute!

     The mid way point of any fashion week is notorious. It is the difficult stage, where journalists, organizers and even die-hard fashion addicts run the risk of fatigue. The eagerly anticipated opening shows are behind us, the glamorous finale still a few days away, so it takes an extra special label to entice the crowds and raise enthusiasm.

Combine the talents of two of SL’s most loved fashion houses–Nardcotix and Phoenix Rising–promise the assembled audience the exquisite delights of two new collections, both set in the glittering art deco surroundings of the of the magnificent Patch Thibaud Auditorium and even the most jaded fashion lover is rejuvenated.

     Indeed, even 40 minutes prior to the show, admirers of Nardcotix and Phoenix Rising started to gather under the glittering chandeliers, eager to view the latest creations of evening wear and shoes presented by both of these distinguished fashion labels. The appreciative audience included, Willamina Fitzgerald, Nino Heartsdale and Salvo Waydelich who all delighted in the event which was presented by Giela Delpaso and expertly produced by Kay Fairey. Local chat rang out with good-humored greetings and there was a genuine sense of celebration in the air as the show began.

   On the marble catwalk, models from the Boulevard Agency gracefully paraded some truly intoxicating gowns in a variety of hues. Burnt golds, rich purples, and deep claret reds highlighted with intricate floral detailing, swirling ruffles and peacock feather headdresses all drew rapturous applause. In contrast, other unashamedly feminine dresses in delicious creams, soft citrus, vibrant teal and sophisticated midnight black enchanted the crowd. All were undeniably modern classics, elegant and timeless in their appeal.

Patch Thibaud Auditorium

     Accentuating the gowns, which come in many styling options and are multi-layered, the new collection of accessories from both design teams included a stunning selection of high heels – part of the new NX Shoes collection – and dazzling jewelry designed by the brilliant Kieran Debevec for Phoenix Rising – perfect to accompany this fairy tale couture. This amazing event served to remind us all of the brilliance of Nardya Rousselot of Nardcotix and Ashoka Eales of Phoenix Rising-two of the brightest stars in our fashion firmament.

Aug 11th – 3 pm SLT: Milky House – Japanese Couture at its best!

Mixtures of blue and white glass pagodas line the runway at Boulevard Agency, complimented by hanging light fixtures and beautifully engraved walls of japanese flowers. Singing birds surround the venue combining classic Japanese style with modern fashion. This is Milky House: Japanese couture at its best and showcasing their most gorgeous and elegant kimonos to ever grace the grid.

Guests were already arriving more than an hour prior to the start of the show. In attendance were top fashion designers, Boulevard Agency Models and Modavia Agency Models. Behind the scenes, the models as well as director Kay Fairey, Boulevard CEO, were making last minute preparations, walking the runway a few times to ensure a show the audience would never forget.

Giela Delpaso, the incredible and gorgeous host read meticiously from the well-planned out script prepared by none other then, our own BOSL Magazine Managing Editor, Breezie Noel. The Boulevard Agency Models showcase four outfits apiece. It is no suprise why Miss Virtual World Mimmi Boa as well as Gamp Lane, Nemi McCoy, Bunny Tomorrow, Mui Mukerji and Kay Fairey were chosen: their elegance, poise and sophsication  only compliment the brightly colored and beautifully textured kimonos designed by Sequanna Kidd of Milky House.
Designer Sequanna Kidd has taken the Second Life’s fashion world by storm, combining the concept of haute couture with her traditional and modern Japanese clothing for men and women. As each model graced the runway, each Kimono more gorgeous then the last. As the show continued is no wonder why people believe, that Kimono is the Japanese word for clothing but in Second Life, Milky House Kimono means Style!
As the show neared its closing, the Kimonos were simply breathtaking, fit for a young princess. The brightness of the colors and the richness of the textures shined beautifully as the models gracefully made their way down the runway.  Sequanna combined Japanese traditions into the kimonos such as the one worn by Boulevard Agency Model, Mui Mukerji. ‘Hana-Temari’ in Gold, the sleeves of this lovely kimono are Hiki-Furisode, the long sleeves traditionally worn by young, unmarried women and the brightly colored, dress-style kimono that Boulevard Agency Model, Nemi McCoy signifying the hope for an early spring.

Words can never express how beautiful and amazing the richness of the colors or the feel of the soft, flowing textures against your skin. These intricate, breathtaking kimonos speak for themselves and as the Milky House designer, Sequanna Kidd has certainly set the standard with her very first production, showcased at Boulevard Agency on a stunning venue, designed by Patch Adams and BOSL CEO, Frolic Mills.

Pictures compliments of Hermes Kondor and Naiyah Dreamscape

BOSL Fashion Week 2009 kicked off August 8 with the stunning designs of Violator.

August 9 brought you Ginevra Lancaster Fashion Designs and Red Passion in our showcase of Italian Couture.

And Tuesday…August 11… do we have a treat for you!

BOSL Fashion Week 2009 is proud to present you with an amazing runway show featuring the finest of Japanese traditional couture:

The beautiful kimonos of Milky House!!!

BOSL CEO Frolic Mills and renowned architect Patch Thibaud have designed a runway venue at the Boulevard Agency headquarters that will take your breath away.

Think Tokyo Chic… Fashion Techno…Japanese Cool.  Frolic calls it “the Matrix in Tokyo.”

And just when you think you can breathe again… the show will start.

And it’s going to be fabulous.

Don’t miss the designs of Milky House, Tuesday, August 11th at 3 pm SL Time!

http://slurl.com/secondlife/Couture%20Boulevard/191/73/461

Written by Lola Baudin

with Photos by Cate Honi and Lola Baudin

In a continuation of BOSL Fashion Week 2009, the ethereal designs of the Italian Couture were showcased at the Patch Thibaud Open Air Cathedral, with designs by Ginevra Lancaster (Ginevra Lancaster Fashion Designs) and Katiuscia Vollmar (Red Passion). The venue was a perfect setting of the bygone era of high Italian renaissance with the vaulted ceiling, ornate candelabras and unique outdoor setting to match the unparallelled haute couture design of the BOSL Renaissance Galleria sim.

When I arrived forty-five minutes before the show, the Renaissance Galleria was already buzzing with activities with Boulevard Agency Director Kay Fairey, the producer of this show and the BOSL CEO Frolic Mills setting up the last details as guests started to arrive. In attendance was the who’s who of the Second Life’s fashion industry including Modavia supermodels, Stiletto Moody director, and top fashion photographers. The guests in attendance had a subdued quality due to the intimate setting and the majestic quality of the venue itself. It was a quiet affair but nothing short of stunning that leaves one breathless for the artistry of the build and also the clothes the designers created for this special event.

In keeping with the sheer quality of this incredible collection of Lancaster and Vollmar; the Boulevard Agency models themselves were spectacular in showcasing each design to their full capabilities. It is with no wonder why each of these models were chosen. Mimmi Boa, Isabel Brocco, Florentine Rau, Payton Heron, Anessa Stine, and LaBella Forcella each had their own unique styling with carefully chosen poses that made each outfit shine. Their elegance, expertise, and attention to detail was a tribute to the Italian couture show.

Words can not do justice to the immaculate collection that Lancaster and Vollmar produced for the BOSL Fashion Week. It was an homage to another era, perhaps one we idealize in our dreams. The breathtaking gowns and dresses were the epitome of haute couture. It would be an honor and privilege for any woman to wear such creations. It was truly breathtaking, and I was simply amazed at the artistry as well as the quality of the Italian Couture show.

The hostess of the event, Giela Delpaso was perfectly picked as the announcer. She was the perfect representation of style and grace which was only highlighted by our very own BOSL Magazine Managing Editor Breezie Noel’s script which Delpaso used during this stellar show.

Everything was simply ‘la bella vita’!

BOSL Fashion Week 2009 officially launched today, August 8, with a smashing fashion show featuring the designs of Soraya Vaher for Violator, and culminated with a huge opening ceremony party with a live performance by none other than Mankind Tracer.

Attendees began flocking well over an hour early to the amazing Tunnel of Light venue, created by Frolic Mills and Patch Thibaud within the renowned Patch Thibaud Auditorium. Best of SL Magazine Vice President and Boulevard Agency CEO Giela Delpaso was already on hand to provide the music and greet arriving guests. Multi-colored fantasy robots extended their arms to provide seating along the tunnel wall, creating one of the most colorful and imaginative fashion show settings ever seen in Second Life.

SLebrities, notables, and fashion enthusiasts crowded in, greeting each other with kisses and good-natured teasing. It was a celebratory mood. BOSL CEO Frolic Mills announced just before the show started: 94 PEOPLE ON THE 2 SIMS !! WELCOME TO BOSL FASHION WEEK … THE SHOW WILL BEGIN IN JUST A FEW MINUTES

And what a show.

Accompanied by music selected by Violator CEO Minx Glaz, the fabulous models of Boulevard Agency took the stage.

Miss Virtual World 2009 Mimmi Boa, Boulevard Agency Director Kay Fairey, and Boulevard beauty Mavi Beck each modeled Violator gowns for the “Cyber Elegance” segment while “Grinder Reminder (rmx)” by Tetrameth underscored the excitement.

Fabulous Boulevard models Kurvy Rhode, Payton Heron, Barbarella Fuosing, and Jarl Soderstrom also provided their talents to showcase Violator creations from the avant garde (Tentacle Haute Couture) to magnificent ballroom gowns and amazing new releases that had the crowd cheering over and over again, while music as eclectic as “Trommelmaschine” by Der dritte Raum, Moby (“Whispering Wind”) and selections from the movie soundtracks of King Kong and Pirates of the Caribbean set the mood.

At the end of the show, as the crowd cheered, whistled, and applauded, Violator CEO and designer Soraya Vaher put out a gift for all attendees to shouts of “Brava! Bravissimo!” from the delighted viewers.

And then the opening ceremony party started!

Mankind Tracer set up right in the middle of the tunnel – no distant stage here! – and sang crowd pleasers and favorites such as “Inside Your Dreams,” “Horse With No Name,” “I’m Yours,” and “Roxanne” while everyone danced and had a fantastic time.

It was the first day and a more than fitting start to BOSL Fashion Week 2009!

Kurvy Rhode in Violator's 'A Midsummer Dream'

"Tunnel of Light" BOSL Fashion Week's "Violator" Runway Show