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V E R O MODERO
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Virtual Diva Magazine is honored to designers in the industry, and Owne
Our Dear Bouquet Babii took the tim us all the dreams she had to do as a for me because I am presenting you a pleasure to have her in our team
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new stunning Models let us know the new sections that we added in this
last updates so you can be totally on
The Summer, it’s here and our Fant until the top take a time to see this And finally want to take the time to and support our magazine.
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me to do this interview and share with Designer. This is a very Special Issue our New Editor in Chief Valsnia such and I very sure she will bring a new
make a fantastic job as Editor in Chief.
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TEAM Editor in Chief Angels Kristan Marketing Saddii Winds Graphic Design Angels Kristan Fashion Editor Valsnia Copy Editor Ahn Avion,Saddii Winds Writers Angels Kristan,Saddi Winds,Milla Crumb, Jena Adder, Sita Writer Roxane Fyanucci,Ramsa Love, Roman Thomas Photographers Lezzthan Zero, illargi Dover,Roman Thomas,Valsnia Maya-el kusumah,Angels Kristan LezzthanZero Stylists Milla Crumb Roxane Fyanucci Ruby Ornamental Leezah Kaddour Valsnia Melinda Bayn Joys Cuttita Shantal Gravois Models Virtual Diva Models The Fantasy Angels Swank Bloggers
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VERO MODERO
by Angy Kristan
Hello Dear readers, In this edition of Virtual Diva Magazine, we are honour to have the
and seeing people wearing my creations. The feeling of joy to come here and work for this
oportunity to interview a fabulous designer with a unique and sophisticated style.
world and make it better I hope. I loves the freedom of SL which allows me to express myself in my designs.
Hello Vero Modero or i must said Bouquet?
People often says there aren’t enough waking hours in a day to work on all the projects but I
- Hello Angels, my sl account name is Bouquet Babii, my brand name is Vero Modero.
always keep on going.
Its this your real name ? - No its not my real name, i created this account for my fashion business.
Do you remember the first design you ever did? - Yes! A chair for my development project and a red stripe top for VM.
Tell us a litte bit about your real life, you are in fashion busines too? - I m not in fashion business. I have a very hectic schedule in real life since I am running my Multi Media and Graphic
Your style has a very unique touch of , but at your own words how you will define your fashion style?
Design Business in Turkey. - Clothes for me are a way of communicating with my surrounding. My designs are casual, Most of the time, I log in to SL just to create outfits and stay in my skybox. I missed hanging practical and comfortable with some urban sophistication. The personality of my designs with my friends and wish I have more time with them. constantly grows with my style. High-value, handmade and unique textures as well as unconventional cuts compound subtle How did you came up with your brand s name? feminity with simplicity, that is the description of a typical VERO MODERO creation. - I like word games. “vero” means “true” and “modero” means “i moderate” in italian. My oldest Italian friend made a joke about these words when i was looking a brand name. Also you have a very sensual touch your think a woman can be sensual and elegant at the And i said ok lets do this as a name. same time?
Talk us about you start in Second life ? - I came across Second Life in a magazine article on gaming and virtual worlds and I knew it
- Yes! Its all about enhancing who you are by being individual and dressing to suit yourself. Its far more about style than fashion, its VERO MODERO.
was something that I wanted to be involved in. The idea of designing in Second Life attractted me. I was told there might be opportunities to be found on here for building and designing, I started Second Life Development Projects at 2006. My company represents Real Brands from Turkey in Second Life. After 4 years i started fashion business.
Talk to us about your creating process, what inspire you? - Inspiration always comes from the things that move you, something that blossoms and evokes a different feeling which you never felt before. Anything can move me from a particular design, a colour, song, movie or a situation.
Did you ever imagine to have a Vero Modero?
My inspiration comes from everyday life. Usually I am inspired by shapes and colours, a
- Yes ofc, i m a dreamer :)
certain colour can evoke many different levels of feelings. It carries many emotions, from being a symbol of evil, menace and sorrow to representation of power and sophistication.
How did you get into designs and of course to make your own brand? - Well i love fashion and I love to shop! I always gets excited in expressing my fashion views
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A STYLE QUEEN “- Inspiration always comes from the things that move you, something that blossoms and evokes a different feeling which you never felt before. ..�
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VERO MODERO fASHION Vero Modero - Diana Gown MODEL Onyx Phoenix
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How do you manage to keep a brand like yours
Night or day?
being in the top for so many years?
- Night
-Stability! Designing is my life in sl and rl, i never think a life without designing.
Favorite Music?
And Ofcourse we have a great team. I think you
- Blues
have familiarized myself with true friends. All my friends are like family. And for me a great
Second Life for you is?
feeling to see everyone defends our brand.
- Dream
From time to time to deal with people that create the problems we had related to us. But our
A moment you will keep with you forever as a
family to come together tightly, we’re doing
designer?
everything just fine.
- Happy customers feedbacks in sl/rl.
Continue to work and
designing ! If any problems again?... We’ll be do same just laugh and continue walking on our way.
The feeling you get when you done a new design? - Excitement
There are a lot of designers out there, what would be your advice,? - Keep on dreaming, now we have a second chance.
Size of the bed you sleep? - King Size
First of all; When you log in to SL, lets leave all the egos, jealousy, disappointment and disbelief in RL. Let us all treat Second Life as our dream world and leave all the negative vibes and dramas. Just learn to live a happy life in SL. After all these, i m sure all designers do their bests.
We all hear about the Fabulous Miss Vero Modero Contest
what you think it takes to represent
Vero Modero Brand? - Its not about only who is a good model or a good stylist. We are looking for “soul” and an
Favorite candie? - M&M’s Chocolate
What do you enjoy it the most? - Laugh.
I would like to thank you very much for your time on this interview. Do you have any final words for our readers? -Thanks to you!
ethic family member. Second Life What are the plans for Vero Modero? - We will all continue to grow up and have fun together.
is the best Inworld networking
opportunity. It all depends on you, if you take it or if you leave it. Second Life is very social dynamic and the majority of residents are here to entertain themselves and their friends.
What you havent done as designer and you will
You will never find so many people together
love to do it?
at one place from different countries with
- I liked fashion design in Second Life. I want to do
different cultural background.
it in real life too.
Communication conflict
hamper
problems
and
information
relationship exchange
in
Our readers would love to know a few things
diverse teams, and one way to reduce conflict
about you personally. I have a little word game
is to emphasize the common identity of the team.
that has become tradition, so i will be asking you
My team’s common goal is to provide great
a few quick questions...are you ready?
clothes and quality services to our loyal
- Yessss ;)
customers.
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VERO MODERO fASHION Dress: [VM] VERO MODERO / Star4 Dress MODEL Portia pexington
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VERO MODERO fASHION Gown: [VM] VERO MODERO / Phoebe MODEL leezah kaddour
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BLOGGER OF THE MONTH DANEEN SANDS
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Our blogger of the month shares what fashion truly means to her. Fashion to me is my everyday style, it’s in my clothing my accessories, how I do my make up, it’s my creative invention for that day, on how I am feeling and what to express..
She also draws inspiration for her blog pictures from a combination of new items and those already in her inventory to create compelling works of fashion art.
My inspiration comes from the designer, who’s outfit I am blogging at that present point in time.
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am in awe of the creativity that has been done, I am blown away by their work, to me it’s amazing, I look for what I think is their vision, and try to create that style or that picture, that they can be impress or blown away as I am with their work.. We’re looking forward to seeing more stunning styles from this great blogger!
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“Fashion should be Fun, Versatile and good enough to make you confident,...”
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My inspiration comes from the designer, who’s outfit I am blogging at that present point in time. I am in awe of the creativi ty that has been done,
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EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE BEAUTY TRENDS
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POWDER PACK
by Jena Adder
You cannot deny the lure and popularity of subscription boxes and myster y packs in recent months. The thought of paying one price for exclusive products that get delivered to your inventor y, and the feeling that you get when you open the boxes to discover some amazing products found nowhere else on the grid makes you feel ver y special. Your heart beats fast and you tr y to contain your excitement as you click, unpack and quickly sift through the contents.
I was delighted when Angels Kristan assigned me the inter view with Powder Pack, a monthly myster y pack consisting of 12 mesh head makeup appliers from favorite brands in Second Life. Powder Pack offers a unique experience that is more about the brands and the customers. Its focus is on the community that inspired the Powder Pack idea. So sit back and relax as you learn a little more about this fun shopping experience.
When did you start Powder Pack and what inspired you to get into the business of myster y packs?
The idea of Powder Pack came to us in the fall of 2016. I had been a longtime lurker in the CATWA HEAD Friends group chat at this point as it is always a great source for tips and tricks, and it made us realize how great the mesh head community is and how perfect the product is for a myster y pack. This was right around the time bento was coming out and CATWA was working on multiple layers which really opens up the possibilities for customization. It all made sense to make this happen—how fun to be surprised, experiment and play with new appliers each month from fantastic skin and makeup creators around the grid.
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der Pack Group: about. You can also visit their main store inworld or on SL Marketplace:
- , and copy and paste the following link into local chat inworld to subscribe to the Pow-
stay up-to-date with news and happenings at Powder Pack, visit the Powder Pack website
We are focused on perfecting what we do now with Powder Pack for Catwa and Powder Pack for LeLutka, implementing some type of Powder Pack for Men and growing into other markets.
Tell
us
about.
veys and discussions with shoppers and creators to assure
Powder Pack is about taking a risk and having fun. Our
a quality approach each month, and, finally, manage back-
motto is DARE TO BE DIFFERENT. We provide you an op-
end technology to secure seamless deliveries to subscribers.
portunity
what
to
Powder
experiment,
have
Pack
fun
is
all
and
enjoy
exclu-
sive appliers for your CATWA or LeLutka mesh heads.
Can for
Is
Powder
Pack
a
subscription
you
share
the
some
next
year
of at
your
plans
Powder
Pack.
service? We
When you purchase your Powder Pack you are pur-
with
chasing one month only, it is not a recurring purchase.
for
are
focused
Powder
on
Pack
LeLutka,
perfecting for
what
Catwa
implementing
and
some
we
do
Powder type
of
now Pack Pow-
der Pack for Men and growing into other markets. Tell us what the overall response has been from designers and customers since the launch of Powder Pack.
Is
there
to
tell
anything our
else
readers
you
about
would Powder
like Pack?
We have had overwhelming rave reviews from both customers and brands. We pride ourselves in our commu-
If you are hesitant and or confused, I suggest you check
nication with our brands and especially our custom-
out an unboxing video on YouTube to see what Powder
ers. We are always taking in feedback from customers
Pack is all about. Strawberry Singh (https://strawber-
and our Powder Pack group chat is on—it is a fun way
rysingh.com) has been gracious enough to create many
for everyone to show off their looks, help each oth-
great unboxing videos and also even created a few “Crash
er if they need help, or just chat with each other.
Course” videos that have many great tips and tricks for CATWA and LeLutka heads—you are bound to learn
Please
tell
us
more
about
Powder
Pack
Princess.
something you didn’t know from watching those videos.
Powder Pack Princess is a fun way to participate in a
We pride ourselves in our customer service, we sin-
giveaway and be featured on the Powder Pack web-
cerely try and reply to every contact as soon as pos-
site. We choose one photo from the Powder Pack
sible. If you have direct questions not answered in
Flickr Group that features Powder Pack appliers and
our FAQ, the best way is through the website CON-
the winner will then receive the next 3 Powder Pack’s.
TACT US page as those do not get lost and most of all thank you for your support of Powder Pack and to the
Tell us about your team at Powder Pack -- who they are
wonderful brands that make Powder Pack possible.
and how they contribute to the Powder Pack brand.
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Thank you to the team at Powder Pack for the chance Our team is one that focuses less on our own perso-
to get to know more about the brand. We appreciate
na and more on the creators and shoppers. We work
the time and effort that goes into the monthly mystery
as a team to manage brand selection and marketing, sur-
packs, and we wish them well with all of their future plans.
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Bodysuite : [Maitreya]The Secret Store Kitty Sequined Bodysuit - Stripes Blazer : DIRAM - Shoulder Coat - Black 3 Sandals: [MAITREYA] -KC- HIROMI HEELS / PAIR Hair: .Shi Hairbase . LBlonde 3 ,.Shi : Batach Eyeliner : Izzie’s - Smokey
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Top: Virtual Diva Couture - Glowing Couture Carmin Roses Pants: Lavian&Co - Silver Springs Bag Shoes: Garbaggio - Strapped Sandals - Gold Bag: LEGENDAIRE - Rufus Bag Glasses: VERO MODERO - Sunglasses’15-4 )Hair: Fab-U-Lous - Sara ( Black
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FASHION MAGAZINE
*A Fashion trend for the upcoming Summer. You can wear a Short for a Shopping trip, at work or in Evening on a date. the only thing is to look how you wear it and combine it! The difference between appearing socially awkward or sharp and confident is often reduced to the fit of your clothing.,Some of this is identifying the right tailor, but a lot of it comes down to you and the fitting room mirror. Picking the right fit is not some innate, instinctual ability, but is learned from paying attention to detail. If you’re dressing to impress, remember some people like preppy clothes and others like streetwear. A good balance is blank stuff without graphics, huge branding or any trendy stuff like side zips or rips.I actually like fashion�
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EVENTS
SWANK DARK ROMANCE It’s such a pleasure to bring to you Dark Romance as Junes theme for Swank Events. We are asked all the time to send out themes several months or a year in advance. We will never do that more then 2- 3 months at a time. At Swank Events we are not just another sales event. I hand pick each and every designer, blogger and staff member. Attention to quality and detail in products is so important just as important as the themes we choose. Like in RL we have style trends and some of those RL trends flow over into SL, but not all. We recognize that SL has it’s own trends as well. We are a virtual world and in such it’s not just about a human form. This event does not target a specific gender or race. We are here for all genders of all races and of all creatures. Themes are fun but we make sure they stay within whats trending in SL because this is where your second life lives. Thanks to this amazing virtual world and creators of all walks of life we have new trends emerging and fads every day. From a new style of high fashion that exists only in SL to new creatures of the dark, magical and mystical worlds. We are here for you all. Themes, products, creations and Swank is your one place to literally have it all. Working with over 100 creators to bring you the very best and exclusives just for you in Fashion, Beauty, Home & Garden and everything in all dimensions in between your imagination. Dark Romance is a reflection of just one of the amazing trends in SL we are proud to bring to you. With all that said we are not an event that focuses on just the biggest and best brands. We give new creators a chance to open their minds and bring you products that come from those little
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JUMO FASHION CONTEST I LOVE HER ORIGINALITY IN HER D E S I G N S , A L WAY S S H E I N N O VAT E B U T K E E P .H E R S T Y L E *
JUMO BRAND ONE OF THE MOST PRESTIGIES BRAND OF SL FASHION INDUSTRY
DECIDE TO DO AND OUSTANDING CONTEST TO PROMOTE THE BEAUTY OF HER DESINGS AND HAD THE OPORTUNITY TO GET TO KNOW CLOSER ALL HER FOLLOWERS AND LOYAL FANS AFTER A VERY HARD TIME AND SEEING ALL UNIQUE TALENT THE WINNER WAS LOLITA PRAGNON ONE THE MOST POPULAR BLOGGERS AND MODELS ALL AROUND SECOND LIFE WITH THIS STUNNING PICTURE INSPIRED IN SUMMER COLORS AND SUNSET LOOK HERE IN VITUAL DIVA MAGAZINE WE WANT TO SHARE WITH YOU THE WINNER AND HER STUNNING PICTURE THAT SHOWS PERFECTTLY THE UNIQUE TALENT OF OUR DEAR JUMO IN WORDS OF LOLITA SHE FELT HONOUR AND WAS SO SORPRAISE WHEN SHE FINDS OUT SHE WAS THE WINNERR AS SHE SAIDS IT WAS A HONOUR!! WE MAKE HER A FEW QUESTIONS TO SEE HOW THIS EXPERIENCE WAS FOR HER HOW DID YOU DECIDE TO ENTER THIS CONTEST WHAT MOTIVATE YOU JUMO DOES A CONTEXT FOR BLOGGER... AS BLOGGER, I DO MY POST FOR THIS NEW SKIN, I JUST DO A HEAD SHOT WITHOUT RETOUCH AND RESPECT THE RULES WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO MAKE THIS PICTURE? IT IS A CONTEST FOR A SKIN, THEN I DO A SIMPLE HEAD SHOT WITHOUT MODIFICATION. I WANTED TO RESPECT THE COLOR OF THE SKIN. AND TO BE MORE CHIC I PREFERED TO WEAR A HAT THAN HAIR, TO SEE WELL MY FACE, AND EARRINGS TO BE GLAMOROUS. HOW YOU WILL DESCRIBE JUMO BRAND? AND WHAT YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT THIS BRAND? JUMOFASHION, IT IS A LUXURY AND COMPLETE BRAND. SHE DOES SKIN, MAKE UP, HAIR, COMPLETE OUTFIT CASUAL OR EVENING, JEWELS... HER TEXTURES ARE VERY ORIGINAL, WITH A TOUCH OF GOLD OR SILVER. I LOVE HER ORIGINALITY IN THIS DESIGN, ALWAYS SHE INNOVATE BUT KEEP HER STYLE. CONGRATULATIONS LOLITA YOU ARE ONE OF AT KIND!
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Hello Readers,
listeners to be able to feel it too, and be moved by it. Regardless if
In this issue of Virtual Diva, we have the Handsome and talented
it’s country, broadway, opera, or pop.
Djembe Dragonfire . a Fantastic Singer within SL. This is fabulous Djembe ! A lot of hard work and determination has I would like to thank you for taking the time to tell our readers a little
obviously gone into your career as a SL live singer.
about yourself. We are most excited to learn who Djembe Dragonfire is, and what inspires you as a Singer within SL. Shall we start off with a few questions for our readers?
Q. Did you find it a challenge to get started? What would you say was the hardest part of beginning to get your name out there within
A. Sure, it would be my pleasure!
SL?
Q. Can you tell us here at Virtual Diva about how you decided to
A. Well, the hardest part is getting people to come hear you. You’re
become a Singer in SL? what was your inspiration to do so?
just a name and information in a notice. People have their routines, and favorite singers, and they stick by them, and often times miss
A. Well I really didn’t know much about the Live Music scene in SL. I
out on other great singers too. But you can’t force people to come,
played a recording I did years ago, at a DJ set for a friend of mine, just
or to listen lol. I still try to get out and hear new singers, and some
for fun and he told me I should be singing live in SL. I was flattered,
of my favorites too.
but that wasn’t how I started... I sang a song “Bring Him Home” for my partner one evening when we were testing out Karaoke files on
Q. Would you offer a bit of advice to our readers out there? What
an in world TV and he said it brought him to tears. He encouraged
would you tell a Inspiring singer that is just starting out in this indus-
me to do the live singing, and helped me get the needed equipment.
try? What would they need to consider when starting to reach for
If it weren’t for him I wouldn’t be singing in SL today.
their goals?
Q. What goes through your mind when you are doing your Live
A. It’s expensive... buying tracks, music, equipment so that you
Shows? What are you feeling? I know i would be somewhat scared
sound good. And there are ways to do it cheaply but I don’t rec-
to sing for so many.
ommend it because it doesn’t sound as good. Then go out and hear other singers, learn from what they do. Talk to venue owners. Sing
A. I do occasionally get nervous, especially at special events for large
at open mic’s and karaoke clubs as much as possible.
groups. But mostly what goes through my mind is how can I make my music reach out and touch the people listening to it. Music is pure emotion, translated into sound. I feel my music, and I want my
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♦ Q.When you are singing, What was going through your mind as far as What will i sing, what type of style? and what do i want to achieve as far as the overall projection ? i guess i mean, what type of genre was you focused on? A. In many cases the audience determines the genre... by their requests lol. I love requests because then I can get a better feel for what people want to hear. But there are some events where venue owners ask for a specific theme, such as mostly classical and broadway, or oldies and I try to stick to that unless I get requests. You also get to know an audience after several shows there. I try to learn new songs I think people will like, or that others have suggested for me to learn as well. Q. What is your most favorite song to sing? is there a specific style you like to sing?...country, alternative, love songs perhaps, ect? A. It’s really hard for me to pick one favorite. But I do love to sing Nessun Dorma because it suits my voice well and lets me belt it out. However probably some of my favorites are my Michael Buble and Robbie Williams tunes. Q. Now that you have stamped your name out there for SL, and become a well known singer, what is your next journey? how do you see yourself going forward? A. Oh I wouldn’t say I’m well known yet at all lol. I need to keep getting out there to new venues, special events such as SLB14 (which I’ll be singing at several times this year) and reach as many as I can so my fan base can grow. My manager (and partner) does a great job promoting me and finding new gigs as well. So it really never ends. Jay just finished a great website too that should help www.djembedragonfire.com Q.What can we expect to see from you as your career goes forward? A. More new music, possibly more trumpet playing (I also play trumpet and flugelhorn) in my shows. Q. Before we close, can I ask you a few of your favorite things to do in SL? A. I love to be creative in SL... I build a lot on our sim, or not really build but decorate I guess. Q. What is your favorite store? A. All of them? HA... no, I love a lot of stores though, What’s Next is nice, and We’re Closed, stores with beautiful textures. Q.What is your favorite past time? A. Exploring SL, and creating I’d say. Q. Do you plan to reach out further in SL as far as places to sing? A. Absolutely Q. What would you like to say to all our readers out there in SL? A. Come hear me sing! I’d love to share my singing with you all, and touch you with the passion of music in my heart! I am happy to have had this opportunity to interview you Djembe, and our readers i am sure are just as excited to hear your story. Thank you on behave of Virtual DIva, and we look forward to seeing your journey unfold. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. by Saddii Kristopher
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Where SL takes us – Maison de L’amitie
Maison de L’amitie is a is a small village surrounded by a sea. The landing point is in the village area where you can find Mediterranean look hamlets, flower and fruit stall, and small restaurant. The small village is separated from the sandy beach by a wide road. From this road you can see rowing boats close to the shore and also some small boats a little bit further. Some pelicans are also hanging around the beach as if they are watching you. A small lighthouse located on a small piece of land separated from the main are. Maison de L’amitie is a perfect hang out place especially during summer time.
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NEW ERA.. NEW LOOK!
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e would like to introduce to you our new Section, New Era New, Look we are so excited to share with you the beauty of our new era! In this section you will find the most original looks and you will be able to create your own! Please look closely at the stunning faces and original pictures, it will be blow your mind! We are now in a new era that second life has brought to us, there are concepts like bento, mesh heads, mesh bodies, appliers, etc, they are all over the place and you don’t want to be the last one to enjoy this new era that second life offers you, that is why Virtual Diva Magazine as always in search of the last updates, and we present them to you in the New Era! New look!
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUSANNE Drechsler
)Shape: Insol – Mara Shape (Catya Body: Maitreya – Meshbody Lara V4.1 @ Mainstore Head: CATWA – Head Catya v 2.10 @ CATWA Skin Applier: Insol – Mara Applier (Catwa) tone Cinnamon + Applier for
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY RAINI MELODY
Shape: Insol – Mara Shape (Catya Analog Dog Ciera - Blacks Catwa Catya Bento Mesh Head LEPUNK Aksinja Eyes Brown Updated Essences Thea [Catwa Catya Bento Applier] *New @ Kustom9 Nanika::. Eyeshadow ASTRA [CATWA] *New::. New Faces - Belle Catwa Lipstick *New
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUSANNE Drechsler
Shape: Denver´s – Bruna Shape for Catwa Kimberly Body: Maitreya – Meshbody Lara V4.1 @ Mainstore Head: CATWA – Head Catya v 2.10 new-icon @ CATWA
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY TUKIHANA BOA
Accessories:Cae :: Sydney :: Collection @FaMESHed NEW Details:Necklace, Earrings & Bracelet. 4 metals, 14 .stonesHUD scripted texture change Nail:DP - Koffin Nails - FatPack - Shattered Dream NEW
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