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Mea Culpa 1 years Anniversary!!! – It gets celebrated with a wonderful dress as a gift and a neat anniversary sale!!!

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Mea Culpa becomes one year old on the 25th of April. There for Tatanka Kaligawa decided something special for Thursday the 21st of April. There will be a 50% refund on all and everything that you buy between 12PM SLT and 3PM SLT. The designer himself will be in the store and make sure you get your 50% back 🙂

DO NOT MISS IT!!!

Who knows if you will ever again have the chance to get a Mea Culpa gown for 50% of the original prize!!! But that is not all… For all that have the Mea Culpa Mainstore in their pics section on their profiles, Tatanka Kaligawa designed a sweet, amazing anniversary dress that he will give a way for free to celebrate his first birthday. You will find that dress at the “Get your shopping card” board including a 10% discount card for another purchase.

But now let’s have a closer look on the dress I stole out of his laboratory to give you a sneak preview…

This dress is such a sweet idea to celebrate the first birthday of Mea Culpa. The short dress is a shows off very sexy the long legs and the texture of the clothing layers have an awesome shine. It is like you can feel the sun reflecting on each part of the dress. The shoulder prims add a light playful touch and the ornament on the chest make a lovely highlight. The neck collar as well is made as an attached prim. For me the hat is a total eye catcher. It looks like a neat umbrella that is directly worn on the head and so the name of the dress that I could see on a little piece of paper totally first for this design. “Sugar Candy” MeaCulpa‘s first anniversary dress is named and I am sure you will not miss it to get your “Sugar Candy” on Thursday the 21st at the Mea Culpa Mainstore!!!

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Mayden Ushimawa for “Claim the Fame” – Week 2 – Formal

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For the first week of Claim the Fame the designers had to create a formal attire for male and female and make a description that was read during the TV Show on Metaverse TV. (http://metaversetv.com/blog/2011/04/claim-the-fame-2/)

All designs of the Claim the Fame Shows are available at the KULT District (for surl please click here)

Mayden Ushimawa:”To make the “Monica” dress I was inspired by a memorable evening of spring. The dominant color is white, this is a pure color and different from the usual formal dress. Lace makes the dress most elegant. The collar with plumes and the flexi skirt gives movement to the dress.

For the “Brian” outfit I took inspiration from the very beautiful RL models, with a perfect body and a face to be kissed all over. For this reason I created this outfit. It gives the impression of a man who has just escaped from a crowd of girls, a bit messy and not even having the time to wear his jacket.”

Details

Outfits: Mayden Couture by Mayden Ushimawa

Female Hair: Mirone

Female Skin: Glam Affair

Female Jewelry: Finesmith Designs

Models & Photographer: Harsch Sharktooth & Wicca Merlin

Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Misha Flanagan for “Claim the Fame” – Week 2 – Formal

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For the first week of Claim the Fame the designers had to create a formal attire for male and female and make a description that was read during the TV Show on Metaverse TV. (http://metaversetv.com/blog/2011/04/claim-the-fame-2/)

All designs of the Claim the Fame Shows are available at the KULT District (for surl please click here)

Misha Flanagan:”This sleeveless formal “Timeless” gown is perfect for any special occasion.  It’s slim blue form has subtle highlights of light in special places to give it some added light effects.  The bodice is formed to fit snuggly around the bust and leads to a layered flaired tail skirt.  This dress is finished off with a lace and brocade bow placed perfectly on the tip of the corset.  Ladies this dress is a dream to have.

The “Jackyll” suit is Neiva Kumasi Coutures debut piece of the Men’s line.   Its first suit for men is made of its own unique herringbone fabric that is suited specifically for the men.  This suit consist of a light weight cream collard shirt with a unique brocade designed vest with silk lining,  its jacket is finished off with blue silk collar and lapels that gives it a beautiful shine. and the pants are designed to fit well at any height.”

Details

Outfits: NK Couture by Misha Flanagan

Female Skin: Glam Affair

Female Hair: Tukinowaguma

Female Jewelry: Finesmith Designs

Models: Harsch Sharktooth & Wicca Merlin

Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Marita Overland for “Claim the Fame” – Week 2 – Formal

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For the first week of Claim the Fame the designers had to create a formal attire for male and female and make a description that was read during the TV Show on Metaverse TV. (http://metaversetv.com/blog/2011/04/claim-the-fame-2/)

All designs of the Claim the Fame Shows are available at the KULT District (for surl please click here)

Marita Overland:”Wicca wears a lovely white gown consisting of a scuplted top and half skirt.  You can’t help but notice the stylish silver armor on the shoulders and waist along with a structured bow in the back.  As if the skirt wasn’t elegant enough, it glitters even more with a second layer of fabric.  The shoes are also included in this romantic, yet edgy, ensemble.

Harsch is wearing the “Romeo” version of the formal wear. A miliary style jacket and pants, in white and gray, are a wonderful compliment to his “Juliet”.  The jacket is adorned with a high collar, cuffs, armored shoulders and belt.  The boots are also included with the outfit you see here.  Seemingly for seeing his own fate, the belt includes the poison he will take his own life with and the dagger Juliet will use to perish herself. True love never looked so stylish.”

Details Outfits: Runway Couture by Marita Overland

Female Skin: Glam Affair

Female Jewelry: Finesmith Designs

Models: Harsch Sharktooth & Wicca Merlin

Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Lexi Vargas for “Claim the Fame” – Week 2 – Formal

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For the first week of Claim the Fame the designers had to create a formal attire for male and female and make a description that was read during the TV Show on Metaverse TV. (http://metaversetv.com/blog/2011/04/claim-the-fame-2/)

All designs of the Claim the Fame Shows are available at the KULT District (for surl please click here)

Lexi Vargas, designer of  Brocade Tiger, brought a neat firework of amazing textures with the “clockwork” couple outfit that was not just formal in my view 😉 As well I saw a light steampunk touch in that as well what really touched my soul 😉

Lexi Vargas:”‘Lady Clockwork’, a striking formal gown in the Steampunk tradition. A three-layered skirt gives depth with two layers of striped fabric topped with a draped and partially jeweled top layer in the signature clock print fabric. The fitted, square necked bodice is a combination of the striped and print fabrics and the same theme carries into the beautifully shaped and traditionally fitted sleeves embellished with puffs at shoulder, elbow and wrist. The whole ensemble is drawn together by a semi opaque bow and drape effect that makes a dramatic silk waterfall down one side of the gown. Sure to be an eyecatcher at any formal event where Steampunk/Victorian dress is required.

The male model strikes a dashing note in ‘Lord Gear’, a formal outfit that has its roots steeped in Steampunk tradition. There is much attention to detail in this suit. A duel fabric jacket of chocolate leather and striped fabric skims the shoulder line, with the same effect carried into the pants. These clever styling details make for a simply stunning outfit. The jacket lapels and collar are decorated with gears and cogs and the pants with buckles and straps. A cream satin edged shirt with frilled jabot collar and brooch completes the look. This outfit could be worn at any suitable formal occasion enabling the wearer to stand out from the crowd and it would certainly delight any Steampunk gentleman worth his cogs.”

Details

Outfits: Brocade Tiger by Lexi Vargas

Jewelry: Alienbear

Female Hair: Vanity Hair

Female Skin: Glam Affair

Models: Harsch Sharktooth & Wicca Merlin

Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Inga Wind for “Claim the Fame” – Week 2 – Formal

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For the first week of Claim the Fame the designers had to create a formal attire for male and female and make a description that was read during the TV Show on Metaverse TV. (http://metaversetv.com/blog/2011/04/claim-the-fame-2/)

All designs of the Claim the Fame Shows are available at the KULT District (for surl please click here)

Inga Wind, Designer of Inga Wind Designs, started with “Penelope” and “Bartelby”, a wonderful details and lovely looking couple outfit.

Inga Wind:”Penelope” is an amazing blue formal dress. The basic is made in a non symmetrical manner that makes a bare right shoulder while the left shoulder is decorated with an amazing detailed sculpted prim. The top layer has a very elegant texture that is broken by an awesome lace stripe that runs diagonal from the right upper to the left hip.
The skirt as well continues the non symmetric look. On the left side it goes further down with a wonderful ornamented sheer texture that is framed by an opaque looking satin border and the left is lightly shorter.
Gloves, shoes and the lovely headpiece come with the whole outfit so you have no trouble to match the right color and look.

“Bartelby” was made to match “Penelope” perfectly. The black basic makes a wonderful tailcoat with amazing flexible prims in the back, where the seams carry the same texture that you already saw on “Penelope” as well the little neat bow tie. The white shirt shows off folds and shadows in a very realistic way. Collar, bow tie, cuffs and Sleeves are made of sculpted prims what ad as well a very realistic touch. The black pants complete the elegant male look and the sash round the waist again shows off the amazing blue texture decorated with filigree ornaments and buttons.
“Penelope” & “Bartelby” are the perfect couple for the perfect couple :)”

Details

Outfits: Inga Wind Designs by Inga Wind

Jewelry: Finesmith Designs

Female Hair: Baiastice

Female Skin: Glam Affair

Models: Harsch Sharktooth & Wicca Merlin

Photographer: Wicca Merlin

Vanesa Jinx for “Claim the Fame” – Week 2 – Formal

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For the first week of Claim the Fame the designers had to create a formal attire for male and female and make a description that was read during the TV Show on Metaverse TV. (http://metaversetv.com/blog/2011/04/claim-the-fame-2/)

All designs of the Claim the Fame Shows are available at the KULT District (for surl please click here)

The first Couple of outfits I would like to show you was created by Vanesa Jinx, designer of Coco’s Design.

Vanesa Jinx:”Valentina is a party dress, elegant and sensual with flexible fabrics like satin, silk and embroidered organza, his top metalise thread embroidery adds a sleek and sensual, accessories will make you look more elegant and modern. Valentino all very elegant and modern, made ​​of purple-printed cashmere chalk stripe, purple silk shirt, accessories modern and daring do.”

Details

Outfits: Coco’s Design by Vanesa Jinx

Jewelry: Finesmith Designs

Female Hair: PurpleMoon

Female Skin: Glam Affair

Models: Harsch Sharktooth & Wicca Merlin

Photographer: Wicca Merlin

SL Art Couture – Claim the Fame – The 20 finalists!!!

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:::FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:::

PR Contact:  Seth Diabolito, Marketing Manager, SL Art Couture & KULT Magazine

Claim the Fame
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SL Art Couture, in association with Metaverse TV and supported by BOSL Magazine, is proud to present the “Claim the Fame” Designer Challenge. It offers new designers & those who have not yet found recognition within Second Life the chance to become a well-known & respected brand. After processing countless applications, carefully reviewing sample pieces and much deliberation, only twenty fashion designers have been selected to compete. Each will have to create two outfits per week. These will be reviewed by a panel of guest judges – a veritable who’s who in SL fashion today. Beginning on April 6, each televised show, brought to you by Metaverse TV, will feature these designs and also two eliminations. The top ten designers will continue to compete weekly, with one elimination during each show, until our “Claim the Fame” finale which will be held on July 6.

What’s at stake? Plenty! The winner will receive L$100,000, a feature in KULT Magazine to include the cover and a six-page fashion spread, a six-month ad campaign provided by SL Art Couture/KULT Magazine and a highly-publicized fashion show complete with custom-made runway, top fashion models and production team.

We are happy to announce the top twenty designers who have passed through our rigorous selection process. These talented individuals will vie for the top spot – the one who will ultimately Claim the Fame!

Txus Alderton
Lybra Rage
LovelyMiwako7399 Menna
Mayden Ushimawa
Misha Flanagan
Nefertiti Kimagawa
Ashleey Andrew
Inga Wind
Kalyabreeaa Capelo
Karissa Silversmith
SynsualSyn Sawson
Nuala MacMoragh
Rogue Falconer
Bubble Cyberstar
Brutus Martinek
Lexi Vargas
Thetra Blackheart
Vanesa Jinx
Didier Rascon
Fashionboi Landar

Congratulations to our top twenty and to all others who participated in the selection rounds! We look forward to seeing these contestants and you at our first show on April 6, brought to you by Metaverse TV!

For information on becoming a sponsor of Claim the Fame, please contact any member of our management team listed below. Thank you!
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Founded by Arisia Ashmoot, CEO of Body Talking, Tatanka Kaligawa, Owner & Designer of MEA CULPA and Wicca Merlin, CCO of MEA CULPA, SL Art Couture is a fresh and dynamic company with the ability to fulfill your wildest dreams in the fashion world. The purpose of this company is to bring in new elements and shine a light on the fashion industry by adding the artistic element to events, taking them to a whole new level.

Formed by a team of experienced professionals, designers, builders and models, we aim to bring you absolutely the best experience possible.

Arisia Ashmoot, CEO
Tatanka Kaligawa, CEO
Wicca Merlin, CEO
Cade Nansen, Editor-in-Chief
Seth Diabolito, Marketing Manager
Taylor Wassep, Marketing Manager

Our team also provides you with specialized services for other events you may wish to hold so please check the “SERVICES” tab to see what we have to offer.

http://www.sl-artcouture.com

For pricing on our services, pricing on ad space in KULT Magazine or to book what you need, please contact SETH DIABOLITO. Also, be sure to join our group on moolto.com. Thank you!

http://moolto.ning.com/group/slartcouturekult

SL Art Couture – The Fashion Teller presents: “SEX”

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Also to read at: http://issuu.com/slartcouture/docs/sex

 

Models (in order of appereance):

Arisia Ashmoot
RicoRacer Flux
Wicca Merlin
Steffy Ghost
Leandra Breen
Miaa Rebane
Cade Nansen
Harsch Sharktooth
Trouble Inglewood
Takeshi Kiama
Lybra Rage
Mikey Batriani
Todd Anton
Louise McWinnie
Serene Faith
blackLiquid Tokyoska
Cieleste Magic
BlackBarbie Bravin
Harrison Diesel

Photographers:
Lybra Rage
blackLiquid Tokyoska
Mikey Batriani
Cade Nansen

Designers:
Glam Affair
Blacklace
Angel Dessous
Vitamen

Jewelry:
Finesmith Designs

Poses:
Body Talking

Layout:
Wicca Merlin
Tatanka Kaligawa

News at Mea Culpa!

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Tatanka Kaligawa again shows his great designing skills in a nother wonderful creation of a wedding dress. Made for an awesome wedding this gown was made for a very special lady and now it is available in the store for all of us. 🙂 “Priceless Wedding”…

The big train is amazing flexible and if you take a closer look at all the details of the upper part… that lovely texture for the corsage, the amazing prims that make this bridal gown to something special and fashionable… the wonderful head piece… simply stunning. It would be a pity to wear that amazing gown just once, so I decided it also can be a wonderful ball gown with the very special touch I love so much. And it is not made in pure white so… no need to just wear it once in your life or only for a wedding 😉

And we have another fantastic gown named “Fairytale Queen”. Inspired by a wonderful gown that Monica Belluci was wearing in the movie “the Bothers Grimm” playing the Evil Queen.

(http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/dimension_films/the_brothers_grimm/monica_bellucci/grimm_teaser2.jpg)

A total eye catcher is the huge head piece for sure…

The “Fairytale Queen” is a very sophisticated gown with a big train in the back as well as the “Priceless Wedding”. The dark brocade red is broken with a lot of facile textures in gold and multicolored. The wide arm sleeves give a very sophisticated look. Make sure you make your way to the Mea Culpa Mainstore and take a look at all the new outfits you will find there… I am sure you will find one that suits you best and that you like 😉

Details

Gown1: Mea Culpa – “Priceless Wedding”

Gown2: Mea Culpa – “Fairytale Queen”

Model & Photographer: Wicca Merlin