November 2009

On The Cover:Model: Ausse Jinx Outfit: Silver Cosmos Minidress & Pantsuit by Silk DreamsShoes: Baiastice Black by Stiletto

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Contents

ChouChou

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Silk DreamsPage 3

LionheartPage 10

Founder Chris3474 Bailey

Owner

Raine Karfield

CEO PartnersRaine Karfield

Ausse Jinx Maxwell Mohr

Layout DesignerMaxwell Mohr

PhotographersAusse Jinx

Moksha NightfireMaxwell Mohr

ModelsRaine Karfield

Ausse JinxMoksha NightfireDeveau Zabelin

DiamondGirl ApplewhyteLextacy Poitier

Assistaint Moksha Nightifre

WritersCitrus GiordanoDeveau Zablin

Event PlannerLextacy Poitier

Chouchou, as described by one resident when asked if this was his first time to this place re-sponded, “No, I have lost count of how many times I have come to this place. In fact, this is the place where I spend most of my time”. On initial arrival, you may wonder why. What I saw was a piano next to a tree sur-rounded by water, with people stand-ing around doing nothing at all. But don’t be misled by the austerity; it lends itself to the surreal beauty which is Chouchou.

To really achieve the full effect of what everyone else is experiencing, turn on the audio streaming and adjust your advance environmental settings. Not sure how to work those environ-mental settings, then don’t fear, a note-card and a cinematic HUD is available at your point of arrival. Once you’ve adjusted audio and environment, wear the HUD and it feels like you

are at the cinema, overlooking a grand sweep-ing vista, with yourself as the point of cinematic focus.

Chouchou is a Japanese music group which only exists in SL, and the singer juliet Heberle has a voice like a fall-ing star gifted from the heavens. The music composi-tion is by ara-besque Choche, a rare talent. Their music transcends the boundaries of language as both voice and music

are haunting and soulful. It all

adds to the state-ment that Chouchou is artistry at its best in SL. In nothingness, we find richness of experi-

ence.

There is a breathtaking venue,

Music By:“Islamey” up a high-rise ladder where the group showcases their musical talents. The venue itself is worth a

peak at; it is skillfully done, reminiscent of a fairy cavern. It is set in the sky under a multitude of stars. The

concert itself, if the audio stream is anything to go by,

promises not to disappoint. But why wait, check out their music for yourself at http://chouchouholic.blogspot.com/.

This is the must go destina-tion and I can think of a

number of reasons. It’s the perfect place if you’re look-

ing to capture that ultimate artistic shot; a coveted prize of any photographer. Just an amateur photog-rapher, you say? No problem, come and learn how to improve your photos generally. It’s a great place to chill out, either alone or with friends. Better yet, bring that special someone, but be

careful for she may swoon over the depth of your

poetic abilities as you describe

your impres-sions of this place.

Once ex-perienced, Chouchou

gets under your skin, and

you will find yourself drawn

back to it, time and again. Enticing you like

the longing looks of a lover; so compelling that you answer, for you can do nothing else.

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Silk Dreams

The Unmistakable Sumptuousness that is

When you want to spice up your Second Life, the first thing you need to look at is your wardrobe; and what better way to increase your vamp factor then the fashions of Silk Dreams. We are certainly in luck; here store owner and designer Marisela Bouchard has brought her contemporary vision for us all, it is sure to sate even the most finicky fashion connoisseur.

Silk Dreams is a signature style for women with brash, yet alluring and sensual at the same time. With plunging décolletage, the cut of each outfit is intricately put together, some examples with colors so sumptuous it would make an artist’s palette seem mute in

comparison.

I need to make a special mention of The Nicci Lane collection, which comes with matching shoes, to ensure a complete look; this collection is called Art in Motion, and if you have a look for yourself in store, you would understand why. It combines the art of

Australian artist Nicci Lane, with the designs of Marisela Bouchard to give you something truly unique.

The fashion range of Silk Dreams is sure to cover all your requirements; spanning two floors, they also stock shoes, boots, formal wear and swimwear as well as skins and nails. All items are competitively priced, and for the budget conscious there is a discounted section, Silk Dreams Basement, with older stocked items. The store can be located at: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Silk%20Dreams/89/128/22. So if it’s time to put some va va voom in

your second life, don’t deny yourself from the designs of Silk Dreams.

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It takes a lot to run a successful business in Second Life, and the time and dedication required to run a successful enterprise can mean the difference between hard won success and bust. In effect, there really isn’t much difference between the concrete and glass version of the business world and the one that we find ourselves in, the cyber reality of Second Life. Therefore, the old adage of position, position, and posi-tion in real estate, and therefore the location of your business, is a vital component towards success. As busy entrepreneurs, the last thing you need to worry about is the aesthetic appeal of your surroundings. I have heard the now infamous lament of potential landowners that properties being sold look like they have been subdivided us-ing “cookie cutters”. Normally, there is a total lack of attention paid to finishing off that property being offered to you.

The community of Lionheart stands out from this old hackneyed formula. Here, you are not wasting your valuable time as professional landscaper and you’re

protected from covenants so that your neighbours don’t build ghastly eyesores

that detract from your business. This can vastly reduce down-

time so that you can more wisely spend it

in actually setting up and running your busi-

ness. While Lionheart is not the cheapest available

option out there, they are about getting the best return

on your investment, and they do have

a very generous extra prim count

bonus that is worth check-

ing out.

This is an extra bonus for us resi-

dents in gen-eral. With all the careful thought and consideration that has gone into creating Lionheart, the area will prove popular for busi-nesses, thus increasing our selection of vendors (and who can complain about more shops). Yet, Lionheart is a com-

munity, not just a pocket of shops. The Lionheart community is a combination of several Sims making up a large continent. They have residential land as well, with the same great benefits offered to com-mercial clients. This thoughtfulness is reflected in Lionheart Pumbaa; which has a community welcome area for new residents. There is also a well designed public space for either educational or entertainment purposes; with interesting places for you to explore, consisting of land that has been retained intentionally for that reason. Transportation by train is a novelty, so make sure you keep your eyes open for the underground stations. In fact, there is a Lionheart Central Railway Station which connects all the Sims, giving a different transportation experience in Second Life. With open roads, car ownership also becomes more enjoyable as you can drive around the various Sims. However, if the thought of all that concrete loses its appeal, there are Sims with more rustic aesthetics, featur-ing meandering hills and lakes. It all adds

up to give you a higher quality ex-perience to Second Life. More

information is available on the Lionheart website at http://www.lionheartsl.

com/. So, stop wasting your valuable time, and

take a serious look at Lion-heart.

Community Spirit and the Visionary Heart of Lions, all adds up to Lionheart.

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