Boquet Babii, lovely and extraordinary designer of the popular brand Vero Modero, made this carefree yet stylish casual wear that shows off the fantastic contour of the body. The shirts are luxurious in texture and rich in color yet still comfortably casual. It fits on any occasion, whether hanging out with friends or dancing the night away at a popular hot spot. The shirts come in different colors and you can take a pick of whether long sleeved or short sleeved. The jeans are very form fitting whether you choose normal or boot cut. I just love the realistic textures which looks like my favorite worn jeans that I love to wear over and over again.
STYLE SHOW:
SHIRTS: VERO MODERO: Mask Red Long-Sleeved Shirt on Rico. Mask Black Short-Sleeved Shirt on Edi.
Love is in the air
Everywhere I look around
Love is in the air
Every sight and every sound
And I don’t know if I’m being foolish
Don’t know if I’m being wise
But it’s something that I must believe in
And it’s there when I look in your eyes
Love is in the air
In the whisper of the trees
Love is in the air
In the thunder of the sea
And I don’t know if I’m just dreaming
Don’t know if I feel sane
But it’s something that I must believe in
And it’s there when you call out my name
(Chorus)
Love is in the air
Love is in the air
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Love is in the air
In the rising of the sun
Love is in the air
When the day is nearly done
And I don’t know if you’re an illusion
Don’t know if I see it true
But you’re something that I must believe in
And you’re there when I reach out for you
Love is in the air
Every sight and every sound
And I don’t know if I’m being foolish
Don’t know if I’m being wise
But it’s something that I must believe in
And it’s there when I look in your eyes.
They wooed the judges with their openness, depth and ooooh the sex appeal.It was close very close . Want to thank the judges for doing an amazing job and to all the contestants who entered. Each and everyone is a true Man of style.
This year’s Fab 5
Khurt Vhargon
Zachary Zufreur
Thorn Abrahams
Ace Somersley
Guka Sparta
1st runner up Branden Macarthur.
These five men will be featured in Maniera’s August edition.. So keep an eye out!
It was by chance I entered Mr VW. At that time, I was photographing my client, BOSL Top Male Model RicoRacer Flux, when he mentioned that the Mr. VW contest is on and egged me to submit an entry. After much persuasion, I decided to take the plunge into the unknown. Being shortlisted for the audition was when things started to feel ‘real’. I did a crash course on runway / poses / prims and styling from my friends who are models. My first public runway walk was during the auditions and it was nerve wrecking knowing that so many people, including the judges were watching me. But soon as i was on the runway, I felt the adrenaline rush and I knew that I fell in love with modeling.
Winning the title of Mr. Virtual World would mean that many doors of opportunities would be opened not just for me, but also for many aspiring designers and photographers. I’ve always believed that SL is a bridge to the real world. That photoshop skills could be picked up, improved and polished and that skill could be applied to the real world. I also believe in discovering and endorsing talented new designers who deserve a chance to shine.
INFO: This is my tribute to the song “Born This Way” by Lady Gaga. I love this song because it is about loving who you are and loving everyone who seems different in the eyes of society. YES, I purposely wore female clothing and accessories to prove a point. There has been some flak about male models wearing feminine items. I say WHO CARES? Be who you are and wear what you want. Express yourself and don’t let anyone put you down especially in SL where you should be free as long as you are not hurting others. Remember, the unique and extraordinary are what people remember and love the most. Ty to my sis Lovely for taking me shopping. LOL.
FASHION: Top/Corset by The Abyss, HeaddGear by SoliDea FolliEs, Gloves by Graves and Stiletto by NeurolaB Inc.
MUSIC: BORN THIS WAY
ARTIST: Lady Gaga
WATCH:
LYRICS:
BORN THIS WAY
INTRO:
It doesn’t matter if you love him, or capital H-I-M
Just put your paws up’
cause you were Born This Way, Baby.
MY MAMA TOLD ME WHEN I WAS YOUNG,
WE ARE ALL BORN SUPERSTARS.
SHE ROLLED MY HAIR AND PUT MY LIPSTICK ON
IN THE GLASS OF HER BOUDOIR.
“THERE’S NOTHIN WRONG WITH LOVIN WHO YOU ARE”
SHE SAID, “‘CAUSE HE MADE YOU PERFECT, BABE”
“SO HOLD YOUR HEAD UP AND YOU’LL GO FAR,
LISTEN TO ME WHEN I SAY…”
I’M BEAUTIFUL IN MY WAY
‘CAUSE GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES
I’M ON THE RIGHT TRACK BABY
I WAS BORN THIS WAY.
DON’T HIDE YOURSELF IN REGRET
JUST LOVE YOURSELF AND YOU’RE SET.
I’M ON THE RIGHT TRACK BABY,
I WAS BORN THIS WAY.
OOO THERE AIN’T NO OTHER WAY
BABY I WAS BORN THIS WAY
BABY I WAS BORN THIS WAY.
DON’T BE A DRAG -JUST BE A QUEEN
DON’T BE A DRAG -JUST BE A QUEEN
DON’T BE A DRAG -JUST BE A QUEEN
DON’T BE!
GIVE YOURSELF PRUDENCE
AND LOVE YOUR FRIENDS.
SUBWAY KID, REJOICE YOUR TRUTH.
IN THE RELIGION OF THE INSECURE,
I MUST BE MYSELF, RESPECT MY YOUTH.
A DIFFERENT LOVER IS NOT A SIN.
BELIEVE CAPITAL H-I-M (HEY HEY HEY).
I LOVE MY LIFE I LOVE THIS RECORD AND
MI AMORE VOLE FE YAH (LOVE NEEDS FAITH).
DON’T BE A DRAG, JUST BE A QUEEN
WHETHER YOU’RE BROKE OR EVERGREEN
YOU’RE BLACK, WHITE, BEIGE, CHOLA DESCENT
YOU’RE LEBANESE, YOU’RE ORIENT.
WHETHER LIFE’S DISABILITIES
LEFT YOU OUTCAST, BULLIED, OR TEASED.
REJOICE AND LOVE YOURSELF TODAY
‘CAUSE BABY YOU WERE BORN THIS WAY.
NO MATTER GAY, STRAIGHT, OR BI,
LESBIAN, TRANSGENDERED LIFE.
I’M ON THE RIGHT TRACK BABY
I WAS BORN TO SURVIVE.
NO MATTER BLACK, WHITE OR BEIGE
CHOLA OR ORIENT MADE…
I’M ON THE RIGHT TRACK BABY
I WAS BORN TO BE BRAVE.
I WAS BORN THIS WAY HEY!
I WAS BORN THIS WAY HEY!
I’M ON THE RIGHT TRACK BABY
I WAS BORN THIS WAY HEY!
The Nautical style outfit comes from Chantkare Male Designs by Applonia Criss who is such a sweetheart. I love this sweater with the blue and white stripes. The choice of texture and color is amazing. This sweater is called Raven due to the bold print of a raven in flight at the front of the sweater (Not Shown in the Pic). A perfect outfit for a casual cool summer night. The pants is also from Chantkare Male called Thermal Legs. LOVE LOVE LOVE the texture and fit which shows comfy casual wear. The jewelry is a limited edition from FINESMITH Designs called Valeria which model Valeria Endrizzi is the Inspiration. The necklace looks like a delicate beautiful shell. The hair/hat is from White~Widow called The Dark Knight. I am so happy that White~Widow have men’s hair now. I love their selections and I hope they will make more. I choose this hairstyle because it is cute and quirky…just adorable. Garded Secret’s Evil Eyes make-up/tattoo layer finishes the look to fit the theme of despair and loneliness of the scene. I hope you like this casual wear style by these awesome designers.
There’s a fire starting in my heart,
Reaching a fever pitch and it’s bringing me out the dark,
Finally, I can see you crystal clear,
Go ahead and sell me out and a I’ll lay your ship bare,
See how I’ll leave with every piece of you,
Don’t underestimate the things that I will do,
There’s a fire starting in my heart,
Reaching a fever pitch and it’s bring me out the dark,
The scars of your love remind me of us,
They keep me thinking that we almost had it all,
The scars of your love, they leave me breathless,
I can’t help feeling,
We could have had it all,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
Rolling in the deep,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
You had my heart inside of your hand,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
And you played it to the beat,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
Baby, I have no story to be told,
But I’ve heard one on you and I’m gonna make your head burn,
Think of me in the depths of your despair,
Make a home down there as mine sure won’t be shared,
The scars of your love remind me of us,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
They keep me thinking that we almost had it all,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
The scars of your love, they leave me breathless,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
I can’t help feeling,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
We could have had it all,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
Rolling in the deep,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
You had my heart inside of your hands,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
And you played it to the beat,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
Could have had it all,
Rolling in the deep,
You had my heart inside of your hands,
But you played it with a beating,
Throw your soul through every open door,
Count your blessings to find what you look for,
Turn my sorrow into treasured gold,
You’ll pay me back in kind and reap just what you’ve sown,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
We could have had it all,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
We could have had it all,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
It all, it all, it all,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
We could have had it all,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
Rolling in the deep,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
You had my heart inside of your hands,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
And you played it to the beat,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
Could have had it all,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
Rolling in the deep,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep),
You had my heart inside of your hands,
(You’re gonna wish you never had met me),
But you played it,
You played it,
You played it,
You played it to the beat.
M
The Mind & Musings of RicoRacer Flux 