FLAWZ Magazine ◊ 2

CONTENTS
90 - 99
RL ARTISTS
100 - 103
AUREALIS AD’S
04
AUTUMN issue
80 - 89
RL + SL TRENDZ
05
SOCIAL MEDIA
74 - 79
BOYS TO THE BONE + NEVADA PARK +
SPECTACLEDCHIC AD’S
08 - 13
LETTER FROM THE EDITORS
28 - 73
MODEL EDITORIALS
14 - 21
LUDAH’S INTERVIEW
22 - 27
gloom + azoury ad’s
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LETTER
FROM THE
EDITORS
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WORK WITH GREATNESS
If I had to guess, I’ve known Ludah for quite some time. To say he’s
always funny, always outspoken, HIGHLY talented, and extremely creative
is a bit of an understatement. When it comes to his craft, which he
was by the way, self taught (yes some actually take the time to LEARN
something) he stands alone. He’s on his own level, a level hard to reach
if you aren’t trying to achieve and break newer grounds. Which is what
Ludah is accomplishing with starting a new venture and blazing new
paths. I had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking to him, one on
one, about where he’s going. Where he’s been, and how he’s getting
there. Trust me, if his next projects are as good as or better then his
previous work, FLAWZ will be along for the ride.
Our second issue touches on prepping you for the upcoming Autumn
and Winter season. Second Life has an array of looks that tie in with
this upcoming seasons must haves. I wanted our magazine to give our
readers a chance to embrace all that SL has to offer when it comes to
fashion. Not just “urban”, but high fashion, avant-garde, and of course
couture. Branching out one’s closet is a MUST. We...well some of us,
need to spruce up our SL wardrobe. What better way to start with a
new season?
I’m excited for the direction our magazine is headed. And with new direction,
the magazine will continue to be molded in the shape and
form I and my other editors see fit. You can’t grow and leave your work
to remain as it’s been. Granted we’re only on our second issue, but already
our look, and brand will ALWAYS stay with fashion and evolve
and grow. Because who in fashion stays the same? It’s a fashion faux
pas to be seen in “last season”, so why would you want your work to be
seen, season after season in....well last season? That being said, we’re
always looking for amazing talented artists, photographers, models
and creators to join our FLAWZ family. If you have what it takes, and
possess a boundless freedom of creativity, feel free to contact the
magazine at flawzmagazine@gmail.com and leave us your name,
what you feel you can bring to our magazine, work you have done and
someone will contact you for a interview.
We look forward to hearing from you, and thank you again to everyone
who contributed to our magazine & thank you to our followers and
supporters.
More to come.
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J’ADORE RA RONIN
FOUNDER + EDITOR IN CHIEF
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Welcome to the September Issue of FLAWZ Magazine! This is a
special occasion as it marks our second issue featuring the many talents
of creators and photographers from the virtual platform Second
Life. Our launch issue was a spectacular success and I thank each and
every person who contributed in their own way. This magazine represents
those who are unique and separate themselves from the
norm. Featuring haute couture, oddities, high fashion and design,
Flawz aims to capture the very essence of what it means to be unique
here in our virtual lives and in real life. The purpose of this magazine is
to be a guide for being fashion forward. We show the best Second Life
has to offer within the realm of fashion and design. With our September
issue we want to show the innovative ways for you and your avatars
to both look and feel emotionally and aesthetically. Our TRENDZ
section has been really well received by many readers and we are the
only magazine to merge both real life and Second Life into one
magainze! I cannot be more inspired by the creativity of the designers
and what they bring to our community. Thank you all so much for joining
us on this journey as we bring Second Life back to the forefront for
creativity and individuality!

ARMAND PARKS
EDITOR AT LARGE
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And just like that, FLAWZ has released it’s second issue! With our first
issue we wanted to give you a taste of what we’re all about. We
wanted you, the reader, to be immersed in our little fanasy world of
crazy and bizarre fashion statements and campy over-the-top couture.
Our mission is to bring back high fashion and elevated concepts
to the world of Second Life, and we’ll do it one issue at a time. This time
around we scouted for more talented people as we wanted to showcase
some of Second Life’s finest minds in the realm of creativity and
style. This ofcourse, includes our amazing creators and photographers
that joined us for this issue. We want to raise the bar further and further
as time progresses so that anyone who is coming across FLAWZ, may
feel inspired to reach for a new perspective when it comes to fashion,
design or the arts in general.
With each issue we hope you enjoy the works and collections you see,
and that you might take a piece of it with you, whether you see something
that truly spoke to you, or if you just needed something strange
but facinating to look at.
This issue in particular we teamed up with the very talented, Ludah!
His work speaks for itself and we were able to capture his beauty for all
of you to see. We also conducted an interview that moving forward, we
hope allows our readers to step inside the minds of Second Life’s creatives
and to remember that we’re all human behind the computer
screen at the end of the day.
With that being said, thank you all for the love and support and enjoy
FLAWZ Magazine, the second issue!
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VENUS GERMANOTTA
CHIEF FASHION EDITOR
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Ludah
with a side
of Extra!
The saying goes, never judge a book by its cover. It references, never judging someone
based off of outer appearance. We live in a time where in fashion, music, entertainment,
and in our own personal life, we tend to judge those around us...no need to judge Ludah.
Being open is a curse and a blessing. Ludah views it as a blessing, and he’ll tell you himself,
all you have to do is ask. So...I did. And the conversation opens his world to others.
From his experience on Second Life. To his personal life and his struggle with his sexuality,
it’s a glimpse inside, to one of SL’s most talented editors.
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1. Question: It’s good to see you again! How have you been?
2. Answer: Good! Just got a manicure like I told you so I’m feeling extra cute today lol.
3. A: Lol right!
4. Q: I’m glad to have you on our cover and in our mag. You’re one of the most creative
arts on SL. Did you ever imagine yourself being so well respected?
5. A: Honestly? No. I think when I made an instagram I never in a million years would
have imagined I would be so respected and so appreciated for my work. It does feel like
a lot of it has paid off. Almost like a dream come true, although the race isn’t over yet (at
least for me).
6. Q: was this always a love of yours? Being a artist?
7. A: Um, yeah it’s certainly always been a passion of mine. I have always wanted to be
a designer. So with that I had to learn and teach myself how to be a good artist first. I’m
still learning though.
8. Q: Oh wow so you taught yourself? No help from anyone?
9. A: I’ve got tips from people now as an adult but when i was starting.. nope. I self taught
myself through gimp and then moved on to photoshop. I was around 13-14 years old on
IMVU lol.
10. Respond: Lol that is amazing, considering so many have others do it for them and
take the credit or go to YouTube or other sources for help.
11. A: Yeah, YouTube wasn’t really a thing when I started out lol so it was like having to
read a book instead of googling.
12. Q: That’s true. What has been your experience like when it comes to your artistic vision
and having to go with what a client wants. Do you prefer creative freedom over
limitations? Some prefer limitations surprisingly lol.
13. A: I can’t deal with limitations. I love when the client gives me creative freedom. I make
sure to check their feeds before I go to crazy and give them some bomb highlighter or
like makeup. I respect everyone in that sense, they always show me their inspo pictures
though and I try my best to recreate it the best way I know how without it looking identical,
I call it the LUDAH! Touch lol.
14. Q: I like that, the LUDAH touch. Limitations can sometimes work in your favor. I myself
prefer to work with as much freedom as possible. Being on Second Life, it’s very little
limits. Do you have any limits, on what you would not do?
15. A: Um.. I can’t really think about anything right now but I think when some clients give
me an inspo picture and basically want me to add all these really crazy jewelry pieces
and want to pose a certain way.. I don’t think they grasp the concept that SL can only
do so much. I work with anypose a lot so I try my best to pose clients and even myself
as close as possible to reference/inspo picture. So that’s when I need to hike up prices
(I haven’t yet) but when I do it’s like oo.. nvm. They think I just slap their avatars head on
a real life body and call it a day. I CAN and I did start off doing morphs but i stopped.
There isn’t anything wrong with that either I’m just saying it’s not an easy thing to do and
you get what you pay for. Quality over quantity. Final answer: nothing is off-limits right
now. I just know what I can do and can’t do. Moral of the story is that haha.
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16. Q: What inspires Ludah the most?
17. A: Hmm.. I’d say.. people. It could be anyone random I will see them and it would spark
something inside me that’s like.. “I want to draw you” anything weird and out of the ordinary.
Such a cliché answer but it’s true. Also.. colors! I love bright things.. dark things.
Anything involving fashion or animation. If it has to do with art.. consider me inspired.
18. Q: I love that, sorta answers my next question. Does fashion play a role in your everyday
life when it comes to inspiration?
19. A: I certainly think so. Especially nowadays you see people implemented any sort of
object or pieces of actual clothing onto their faces or makeup look. I find it to be amazing.
Art and fashion can’t exist without each other I feel like. If you don’t have art you don’t
really have fashion because you need some sort of sketch to make that piece of fabric
come to life. What we’re on right now (Second Life) is all coding and art. What are avatars
have now it’s and fashion. It’s something universal and that everyone knows what it
is even if they don’t understand it.
20. Q: That’s some real truth! I know you’re working on a beauty line for SL how’s that
going?
21. A: It’s going. I’m a super perfectionist so getting everything to work for every skin,
every lip shape, and every tone is a lot of hard work. I could release things that just fit
my avi but I don’t feel like it would be diverse enough for me. There will be more coming
soon though I just need to keep working harder.
22. Q: What inspired you to create one?
23. A: My Best friend in real life and my love for wanting to do makeup on avis when I’m
editing. I always try to break away from my style of editing but they always end up com
ing out very.. editorial? It’s not everyone’s cup of tea but it is mine I guess. So sometimes
it’s a bomb ass edit with makeup and all that on a plain background lol.
24. Q: Well I can’t wait for it to release. We’ll have to feature it in another issue.
25. A: Thank you very much.
26. I’ve asked this question before, but with the LGBTQ movement, empowerment, and
many coming forward to make more changes when it comes to our rights and equality.
Do you feel SL is LGBTQ save or does this platform still needs work?
27. A: Like in real life I think it needs more work within the community itself. I don’t know
how people expect to change when most of the bashing comes from people of the LGBTQ
+ community. There’s enough hate for us out there why bring it here? I know most people
come to SL to escape that or something else in real life, maybe even come on here because
they aren’t sure of their sexuality. Instead of helping them and giving someone a
hand what do people do? (Gay men especially) “exposes” them or out them. Now, they
just made it 10x more harder for them to accept it in real life or to admit it to themselves
and their families. You should and be building them up and helping them not hurting
them. I can go on a whole story regarding sexuality and how I feel about the LGBTQ+
community on Second Life but we’d be here all day lol.
28. You what’s sad, everything you said is so true. We are a somewhat growing community
on Second Life, And the more this generation continues to bash, expose, and torment
our fellow brothers and sisters... we will continue to fail.
29. A: And until they learned that.. I don’t see things getting better. It’s always a competition
or something on here and it’s very toxic energy.
30. Q: As a gay male. How has you coming out effected your creative genius? And what
message would you send to those out there afraid to come out. Or wanting to live their
truth?

31. A: I think its something I struggle with because I noticed things like the bashing and
exposing.. although I’m out I don’t feel safe with my sexuality or fully accepted. It’s also a
thing where I don’t want my sexuality preference to define who I am or my work. I treat
everybody the same, with respect. It’s always professional. I definitely held back a lot
before because of that fear.. of doing something flamboyant or something deemed gay
just because that word has become a derogatory word in a sense. I had to learn that it’s
okay.. it all came with age. As to my advice with someone struggling to come out or unsure
of their sexuality... don’t drag people into it. Always be 100% honest because someone
can catch feelings and that person who is out and proud is the one that’s going to
suffer more in the long run. Try to find a support system.. someone you can really trust.
There’s always ONE friend who you can tell anything to you without judgment. Find them
and just do what you gotta do without hurting someone else in the process. It’s not easy
but you’ll feel better when you except it. It doesn’t automatically become easy either nor
do butterflies and rainbows start coming out. But you will definitely feel a weight off your
shoulders. Do it when you really feel you’re ready. Not because you feel forced. It’s YOUR
story to tell, not anybody else’s. Period.
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EDITORIALS
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PHOTOGRAPHER: Jack Valentine Yuitza
SERIES: LIQUORICE
Jack V Yuitza is a blogger turned designer
whose been pushing for unisex fashion since
day one. Tired of the toned down male fashion
of SL, he has always written his own rules
and never been afraid of mixing the feminine
with the masculine. His inspiration
ranges from the high fashion runways to the
minimalistic dark style of the north, to his
lover and muse, Titzuki Yuitza.
In the following editorial you'll explore a
world of luxury, furs, platforms and gold,
with a hint of gothic provocation.

7;] Hadley Choker
7;] Hadley Necklace
7;] Killer Love Diamond Shades
7;] Legend Ear Cuffs
BISONS White w/ Strap
BISONS White w/ Strap
BTTBxFKCN himlakropp hair
FAKEICON / juvel knickers
FAKEICON / manil nails
Mimikri - Yeti Jacket / Carla black
RIOT / Trixie Thigh High Socks
[DE] Septum Ring
[spectacledchic] Lestat Blouse

::LC:: Spice Platform Sneaker
BOYS TO THE BONE vendetta tee
FAKEICON / grymt sleeves
FAKEICON / manil nails
LaGyo_Pretty in Punk - Choker BLACK/Gold
LaGyo_Pretty in Punk - Nose Ring B/Gold
LaGyo_Sailor hat Black
LaGyo_Veruschka Round Chain Earrings
LaGyo_Veruschka statement Necklace
LaGyo_Veruschka Tassel Earring
LEN$[- 25 glasses
little bones. Grace
MINIMAL - Evolved Belts
NOCHE. Metallic Thong
NOCHE. Ultimate Socks Shawn Essentials
[DE] Septum Ring

7;] Class Earrings
BOYS TO THE BONE mord shirt & belt
FAKEICON / manil nails
Semller - TRICERATOP PLATFORMS
LaGyo_Desdemona Statement Ring
Little Bones - Dream
LEN$[- 24 glasses
MG - Fur Bolero - Black bear
NOCHE. Ultimate Socks Knitted Essentials
[DE] Septum Ring

ARTIST: leonardo Hawkins
SERIES: COATed
I am so honored to be featured in this
month's issue of FLAWZ Magazine. I was so
excited when offered the opportunity especially
to cover the return of coats. Don't we
all just love a good coat? A coat can change
the entire tone of an outfit ,as well as, a
photo. I seriously get excited for Fall, simply
just so I can wear a coat.

Earrings: FAKEICON / Diner earrings /
Choker: FAKEICON / Vason choker /
Coat: FAKEICON / Dizen coat - lumberjack /
Pants: BTTB / Rutig pants /
Shoes: SEMLLER / Lokum patent black boots /

Hat: TaketomiWEST / Vanessa /
Earring: ATD / VVS studs /
Choker: FAKEICON / Ciggy choker /
Accessorie: FAKEICON / Anana Grocery bag /
Top: FAKEICON / Ronda crop /
Pants: Represent x Semller / Track pants /
Shoes: Semller / Covered ankle black boots /

Earrings: (same ATD VVS studs)
Coat: David Heather / Aleeva fur coat /
Harness: GB / Lace-up harness /
Pants: David Heather / Owen trousers /
Boots: David Heather / Owen black sneakers /

Body Suit: FAKEICON / Poxic gemsuit /
Coat: FAKEICON / Rain-g translucent coat /
Hair: Foxy / North hair /
Hair Jewels: FAKEICON/ North hair Jewels/

PHOTOGRAPHER: ARMAND PARKS
SERIES: TROPICAL SKIN
Armand Parks features a tropical high fashion
experience for the autumn issue of Flawz
Magazine. Featuring the classic colors and
designs of 1970s beach themes, Armand’s
photography features bright warm tones
paired with botanical elements. With his style
of minimalistic fashion, this series you're about
to see explores the beauty of black skin in all of
its tones and shades.

Legacy Male Meshbody by TheShops!
Skin by Not Found

Eyeliner by JUMO
Hair by UNORTHODOX

Earrings by Mandala
Bracelet by ISON
Lipstick by Patane
Eye Makeup by Lelutka

ARTIST: yuri F. GOLD
SERIES: DARKNESS
Yuri is a simple girl in Second Life, she's sitting
on her skybox, waiting for the prince yo arrive
on a white pixel horse... Well, this story is going
to end differently. Actually Yuri is a Second Life
blogger. You can catch her visiting events,
buying wigs, posting on Second Life Facebook
and Flickr on a daily basis. Her favorite things
to do in Second Life is creating looks, searching
for new designers and friends. But this story
would not be complete without mentioning the
dark side of it. She began her blog named,
Happy Berry, in 2014 and apparently took a
break in 2016 when she wanted to renew her
style. Friends are coming and going in her
Second Life, but she is very happy with what
she has reached through the years, full of joy,
self-developing and she continues to keep this
lifestyle. If you ask what her personal style is, he
would call it mixed, because she is always open
to new styles, whether its dark, pastel, goth,
casual, romantic, neon, hobo etc.

Hairbase by Poema / Giovanna Hairbase
Necklace by Random Matter / Kashina Set
Earrings by DAE / Yins Earring
Septum by BTTB / Bee Kind Septum
Tattoo by Speakeasy / Stay Chill Tattoo

PHOTOGRAPHER: VENUS GERMANOTTA
SERIES: SHAPES & CURVES
Venus is very excited to be here for the next
chapter of FLAWZ. For this issue, there were
many ideas flowing through Venus’ head in
regards to what to try and tackle as a editorial
theme. Finally, he settled on the concept
of shapes and curves. When you think about
it, it seems like a simple enough thought, but
the possibilities of shapes and curves in
fashion and runway are limitless for the
simple fact that so many dimensions can be
achieved with all kinds of materials. This
collection will aim to showcase the types of
eye catching shapes that fashion can take.

Hat by Rowne
Shoulder Pads by Abrasive
Corset by David Heather

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REAL LIFE
Second life
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TRENDZ: Autumn and Winter trends Real Life and
Second Life 2019
We can’t feel it YET, but Autumn and Winter is, unfortunately among
us. And with that comes a change of weather. So what better way to
get ready for the colder weather by examining the Fall 2019 trends.
This seasons the Men’s and Women’s collection had a resounding
flow of trends that followed each other. From “statement coats”. To
the “Animal” print. “Pillowing” jackets. Gray being the undertone of
the season. And here a Suit, there a suit, everywhere a Suit Suit being
the staple in every collection. Fall promises to be cold, gray skies,
and the shortening of days, but we will face it head on, while looking
fantastic together.
COATS
The Oversized Trench
The trench coat rarely EVER goes
out of style when it comes to this fall
staple. From the classic Gabardine
to cashmere. This classic piece of
clothing came from the Trenches of
the first World War. The coat protected
the men from the elements
as it does today. With the coat coming
in every length, color, shape and
size. Opting for the oversize model,
will have you set for the rain, snow,
and cold. For the fall and winter
days ahead.
Second Life Reference:
FAKEICON (dizen coat) Vale Koer
(Belted Wool Coat) BTTB (Mantel
Cape)
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Statement, Not Really
Statement Coat
Sleek, and strong statement
coats, are back in fashion.
The bold and beautiful. The
strong and sleek. From Sacai
and Saint Laurent. To J. W. Anderson
and The Row. These
Statement pieces hung off
and on the shoulders of models
ready for the cold weather,
and ready for us to brace
come fall.
Second Life Reference:
Rowne (Olesya Lace Coat) GU-
CCY (Diomar Coat) Seul (Ryan
Puff dress) Pixicat (Sharp Coat)
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Puff the Magic Coat
Ever wanted to look like the
Michelin Man? You know the
fluffy, white, French tire industry
mascot? Well this Autumn
and Winter your wish
is the fashion worlds command.
The inflated, puffy or
puffer coat is back in season.
Off-White oversized,
pastel pink interpretation
was worn by Offset at their
FW19 show. Designed to
protect its wearer from the
harshness of the great outdoors
while bringing to mind
the comfort of hibernating
under heaps of covers at
home, no wonder why every
season this staple continues
to make a comeback for the
rain, snow, and cold. For the
fall and winter days ahead.
Second Life Reference:
SEUL (Robyn Puff Jacket) Coco
(Oversized Puffer Jacket) Sabotage
x Blupr/nt (Unisex Bubble
Puffer Jacket)
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TRENDZ: Autumn and Winter trends Real Life and
Second Life 2019
PIECES
Romantic Bite
This season’s most defining collections
had beauty and bite. Romantic
color, floral, and prints. From
pillowing roses on the shoulder of
a blazer at Alexander McQueen.
A dramatic bow on a dress from
Marc Jacobs. Cascading black roses
going down one side of a dress,
on a model at the Prada. The bite
comes with the ensemble. Whether
it’s black latex black tights at
Richard Quinn, or just tights like at
Balmain, Louis Vuitton and printed
tights at Versace, finish this looks
with Romance and then a element
of BAM!
Second Life Reference:
Rowne (The Bianca Bralette Set &
Indre Sheer Dress) Rowne (Damir
Sheer Dress) Pixicat (Latex Slip
Dress) Pixicat (Lavish Blazer) Coco
(Lace Top with Bustier / Lace Maxi
Skirt) Mogul (Dholl Leggings) Scandalize
(Dexi-Leggings/Heels)
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Split-Leg Trousers
Attention! All the rage starting this
Autumn and Winter season, the
split-leg trouser is coming full circle.
Mark Weston’s SS19 was the first to
showcase this wide leg trouser, and
now its seems this may actually be
a “thing”. The trend continued at
shows like John Lawrence Sullivan,
Per Götesson, Daniel W Fletcher,
Berlurtl and Dunhill. The style looks
particularly well worn, when paired
with western boots.
Second Life Reference:
SEUL (The Vamp Skinnies) SEUL
(The Lyric Tear-Away) Rosary
(Dope Girl) SEUL (Abioh Tracksuit)
SEUL (Madison Destroyed Denim)
DIRAM (Harlette Pant fitted mesh
outfit)
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Multipurpose Knits
The “Jack of all trades” knits. The
knits that can basically do it all.
Second Life Reference:
BTTB (Strano Sweater) Betrayal
(Jacquard Jumper) Rowne (The
Charlee Wool Dress) FAKEICON (Helix
Anorak) FAKEICON (Off-Shoulder
Sweater)
Party Animal
If it looks like a animal print...wear
it. This season though, it seems like
the whole jungle has joined in on the
party. From tiger stripes at Kwaidan
Editions, and at Marni more tiger
stripes in unnatural color variants of
fun-fur from blue to pink. The biggest
breakout was from Neil Barrett,
and their Zebra prints. So go
all out. Whether it’s Zebra, cheetah,
tiger. You’ll fit right inn.
Second Life Reference:
BTTB (Kimono) BTTB (Ángest
Dress) Rowne (Emilia Python Skirt)
Rowne (Red Python Pants) Pixicat
(Slip.Dress) Coco (Leopard Print
Midi Skirt) Vale Koer (The Handson
Dress) Bjorn (Chyna Sheer Jumpsuit)
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TRENDZ: Autumn and Winter trends Real Life and
Second Life 2019
ACCESSORIES
The Scarf
Ultra thick and ultra long!
It’s the must have accessory
trend for Autumn Winter’19.
Its for massively oversized
scarves a la Harry Potter.
Second Life
Reference:
BTTB (Stora Scarf) BTTB
(Ledsen scarf) The Whore
Mansion (Teese Fur Stole)
BTTB (Bulky Scarf)
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SHOES
Off Road
Some of us love our
sneakers. Some don’t.
But it’s safe to say, that
sneakers have been
dominating street style
and the runway. Fashion
insiders are now
however more aware
of their style - and environmental
- footprints
than ever before. The
“off road” shoe is making
its way from mountain
trails to runway.
From Lanvin, Li-Ning,
Off-White, and Asics.
Second Life
Reference:
Vale Koer (The Salvage
Sneakers) Semller
(Ankle Sprinters)
FLI (FLIMAX++)
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REAL LIFE LIFE
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ARTISTS
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ARTIST: AUNTY MURDA
SERIES: RADICAL II
Aunty Murda joins us once again for another
fabulous issue! She did not dissapoint
either for her style is known to be a very wild
and bold collection of strange glamour and
bizarre beauty. The collection you are
about to see further showcases her attraction
to the other side of what “beautiful” has
to offer the world.

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