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Day....who knows anymore of quarantine. By now,

everyone who reads our magazine, has been in some

form of quarantine. And our lives as we know it have

undoubtably changed...but the question of for the

better or for the worst lingers in (I’m sure) all of our

minds. How can we not ignore the facts; we are safer.

We are now practicing, as we should always do, personal

hygiene and we are closer as a race....in SOME,

hell in a very little way. But it’s still to be seen, the worst

brings out the best in us.

No! This issue isn’t going to be about COVID-19. I’ll

make that clear. God knows we are all SICK and tired

of everything COVID. But to ignore the situation, would

be foolish. As it impacts so many of our lives. So, how

do we move forward? When the day FINALLY comes

when we are able to enjoy the company of others, go

back to work, travel, go to the movies even being able

to see loved ones without the use of Zoom. But honestly...was

it so bad? Was being quarantined really all that

bad? Before you answer with a quick “HELL YEAH”,

think about it. What have you learned from this experience?

What have you taken from it? How has this

made you and your family closer? What’s something

you learned about yourself? Questions we should all

be asking ourselves, as the world beings to slowly

open back up.

Those are some of the questions I ask our cover girl

and Creative Director of FLAWZ Venus. We travel

across the galaxy, and to her planet. To escape the

boredom of Earth. And see how she’s been during

these challenging times. To be inspired, with everything

going on is not as hard as it may seem...but even

the best of us knows, it can be daunting. So what inspires

people when the world feels like it’s come to a

halt?

The fashion world isn’t, by ANY means excluded from

this pandemic. If anything it’s been the hardest hit by it.

But as I’ve said before, we can all find sanctuary in the

midst of chaos. The industry has been going through a

slight metamorphosis. Changing how it handles deals

and produces the endless items of clothing left behind

season after season. As well as, becoming aware of

the worlds changing climate. It’s trickled down to this

seasons must-have accessories. Less trendy, and

more, dare I even say...practical.

That word is almost forbidden in fashion.

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Fashion has always been a mainstay within the virtual world of

Second Life. It has cultivated the very best it has to offer in terms of

clothing design, skins, mesh and the like. It is now our first anniversary

and I could not be more proud of what we have accomplished. For our

fifth issue, we have for the first time allowed those who are passionate

about fashion, oddity and couture to join us for this issue making it one

of our largest publications to date. I thank each and every one of our

photographers and models for sharing in this dream. Without you all,

we would not be here today.

Venus Germanotta, who is well known for her style of ‘Alien Couture’,

graces the cover of our first-anniversary issue. Having cultivated this

look for years she is one of the most influential and most sought after

photographers on Second Life. I always credit her for bringing me into

the world of Second Life fashion especially when I was a new resident

over 4 years ago. Without her, I wouldn’t be here today. Learn more

about our Chief Fashion Director in our exclusive interview from Editor

in Chief J’Adore Ronin.

Flawz Magazine is a publication that celebrates the artistry of fashion

and those who are unconventional. With every publication, we strive to

represent all aspects of beauty for it is in the eye of the beholder. There

have been many magazines and fashion organizations on Second Life

in the past and present that have spearheaded the effort to create

and represent couture, resort collections, models and the like. I want to

have that exciting star-struck feeling when participating in a fashion

show. The feeling of pride a creator feels when launching an exclusive

main store release. I want people to love Second Life fashion for the

creativity and work that's put into it, long before having to rush a release

for unorganized sales events and the like that have dampened

creativity on the platform.

Again I thank all of our staff and those who participate in each issue.

The applause goes to all of them. I am in awe as always of the talent,

dedication and effort that goes into each and every publication

making Flawz live up to the definition of its name. Please enjoy our 1st

Anniversary publication and stay safe, healthy and blessed.

Cheers!

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ARMAND PARKS

EDITOR AT LARGE

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Greetings everyone! Where has the time gone?! Well where do I

begin? About a year ago, I was just hanging out at a sandbox with

Armand, one of our awesome editors, when we met up with J’adore,

our editor in chief and founder of what you all now know as Flawz

Magazine.

We came together with the common interest of our love for fashion,

design, art and embracing the bizarre, the avantgarde and the out of

this world styles that exist in real life as in Second Life. It is truly humbling

to see how many of you have been following our journey from a

year ago to this very moment. I want to thank of course my team

members J’adore and Armand for being so amazing and I want to also

thank our unbelievably talented photographers and creators for joining

us as well.

You took a chance on us when we were virtually unheard of on the

grid, and we’ve made it this far. I can’t wait to see what heights we

venture into next. I don’t see any limitations so long as there are creative

people on the grid. Oh I guess I should mention that I was asked

to be on the cover this issue. I’ll be honest I was a bit nervous because

while I love showcasing my work the same way anyone would, to have

the spotlight shine on me can be very nice but at the same time

nerve-wracking. But I am very grateful and its an absolute pleasure to

come to you all now with this issue.

I also want to bring attention to some very real things happening in the

world right now. First I hope everyone reading this issue is safe and

sound from Covid-19, along with your families and loved ones. Secondly,

I wanted to shine a light on the Black Lives Matter movement.

This is something long overdue and in 2020 we shouldn’t have to be

worried about ridiculous concepts like racism, homophobia, transphobia

etc, but we still face these hurdles. While I hope you do enjoy this

issue, I want you to please keep an open mind, an open heart and a

strong sense of doing the right thing if ever in the presence of injustice.

With that being said, allow me to take you to my planet in honor of

Flawz Magazine’s 1 Year Anniversary!!!

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VENUS GERMANOTTA

CHIEF FASHION EDITOR

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LANET

Background image by Frédéric Duquette

By now we are all ready to pack our belongings, and head to another planet. Somewhere

far better then Earth. With everything going on with COVID-19 and being under

quarantine. Mars, Venus, even Saturn sounds lovely right about now. Even under these

circumstances, life will undoubtably go on. While we’re waiting for life to resume, I wanted

to check in with someone who, wouldn’t mind being beamed up to some ominous

planet.

Im closing my eyes imagining I’m flying first class, on a plane to see Venus in Florida. I

can hear the sound of the plane’s engine, as we take off...sadly, I’m in front of my computer,

via Zoom, catching up with our Creative Director from her home. Without dwelling

too much on...our reality, I wanted to see how she’s been holding up, and doing since the

lock down took affect and where she’s at mentally. There’s something to be said when

having to be confined in one place. Whether surrounded by family or by yourself, you

find time to really and honestly reflect on the situation, and life as a whole.

We all will have to adapt to whatever outcome COVID leaves on us as a race. From what

we do, to where we work, even to how we go about our daily lives. Life will never be the

same again....or will it be even better on this new planet?

How are you Ms Venus? Are you ready to take us to your planet? In my Gaga voice, lol.

Venus: Hi love! I sure am haha. And I’m doing well thank you, as well as anyone during

these times atleast. How about you?

Venus: Hi love! I sure am haha. And I’m doing well thank you, as well as anyone during

these times atleast. How about you?

I’m doing well! And so true. We’ll definitely touch on this more.

1. I want to start by asking you, I know I’ve asked you this before, but how are you with

everything going on? I know I’m ready for New York to open all the way back up.

Venus: Its really scary, and yeah I know we’ve talked about it too, especially in your state,

over here things have been in the middle, now that restaurants and other businesses are

opening back up its giving people a sense of calm like everything is over, but I just hope

people keep being cautious and not doing anything too reckless until the virus situation

is really under control.

2. The sad part is, I’m hearing that the numbers are going back up because people are

too anxious to get back out there. And yeah here in New York it’s dropping but still. We still

need to be careful.

Venus: 100% agreed. I’m glad you’re safe too and hopefully we can all get through this.

3. I feel like the general public is ready for life to get back to...some sort of normalcy.

What’s going on in Florida?

Venus: Oh definitely. Over here things have been somewhat under control but seeing

that now more people are going out to the beaches for example, its kind of upsetting

because we don’t know if that’ll cause a spike in people being exposed to the virus.

4. Same here! They’re going to Central Park and not wearing any masks. It’s like people

are not adhering to wearing a mask. Then want to complain when this comes back...

again. It’s crazy asf!

Isn’t it crazy how during this time, we have actual time to reflect and be in our thoughts.

What has this time brought you?

Venus: It really is. I would say I’ve started thinking alot more about mine and the people

in my life’s mortality. What I mean is, I’ve begun to value life more, not that I didn’t before,

but with this situation you just never know who you might know today, and the fact that

they may be gone the next day, or yourself for that matter. But also, I guess it makes me

want to enjoy my life more and I hope other people feel that too in this time where everything

seems so low vibrational and depressing.

5. Well let’s change the subject, it’s our 1 year anniversary!!!!! FLAWZ has come leaps and

bounds since we released the first issue. What have you noticed since the first issue?

Venus: Its so crazy yet amazing to me that just a year ago the three of us editors were

hanging out at a sandbox, and simply talked about starting a magazine, and now here

we are on our 5th issue with extremely talented photographers and creators along the

way joining us. Probably the biggest thing I’ve noticed and was pleasantly surprised with,

is the fact that more people on Second Life do care about fashion, art and creativity than

I initially thought.

6. And the fact that they are interested and wanting more from us. I knew this magazine

was needed and wanted. So I’m happy that we can provide such a service.

Not only has the magazine come a long way, but as a team we have grown along side

FLAWZ. Even with what’s going on, I feel as if you have had to grow as a individual during

this time. How has this situation and the magazine (if in anyway) forced you to grow?

Venus: Oh definitely, I’d say it helped me grow in different ways, from working as a team

and collaborating and even in a creative way. Trying to always stay fresh and come up

with interesting ideas isn’t always as easy as some may think, and I’m sure other people

can relate to that, but FLAWZ has become not just a Second Life magazine but a platform

that I think has reignited a fire in me when it comes to making my own art.

7. When I was writing the question, I answered it myself as well. This situation, and FLAWZ

has both taught me patience and not just leaning on myself for inspiration. As well as,

during COVID-19. During this time, you have to lean on your friends and family to help

you get through the hard and difficult times.

Venus: Yes I can relate to that as well, its something that we have no choice but to kind of

deal with and its different for everyone I’m sure.

8. This quarantine has definitely delayed and even stopped many businesses but in a

weird way, has given some businesses time to really hone in on their craft. With the fashion

industry halted, this will give designers time to really give us a stellar collection. Do

you agree?

Venus: I was thinking about that myself actually. I think that in the fashion world, something

that designers probably struggle with is having the pressure of pumping out 5-6

collections throughout the year (If they’re high-end brands) and for all the seasons and

having to make sure they’re as immaculate as possible as well as, unique. I can only

imagine the stress they’re under. So right now, I think its an odd time, but probably something

in their favor for their creative minds to take a moment to breathe and refine their

collections. Its a blessing during dark times I suppose one could say.

9. Well being in the industry myself, I can says this is definitely a time where designers,

artist and photographers alike, can all take time to honestly perfect their craft. In these

uncertain times, one will either say to themselves “my work is fine, I’m good, lets move

forward”. Which is a f*cked up way of looking at it. But I think for many, they should be

dissecting their past work and previous work and figuring out how to better themselves

and their brand.

Venus: Right, so we better having some sickening pieces when miss couture season comes

rolling around, and everyone can get back to sitting side-by-side along the catwalk.

10. To be honest with you...and I have to say this because in my core I believe this...COVID

will change every aspect of fashion....the world as we know it. Which leads into my next

question.

Venus: I don’t doubt it, especially if this is pro-longed. We might see some innovation take

place because of a lack of resources for example.

11. I’ve heard from around the industry, with everything that was going on surrounding

fashion needing to slow down. This quarantine oddly, to say, came at a time where the

industry was being bombarded with the demand for product and retail stores not being

able to keep up with the demand for inventory. As well as, designers being burned

out to deliver a collection for every season..they now have the time to stop, catch their

breath and rewrite how this industry will move forward after COVID-19. Even for us and

this magazine, going forward we will need to be more creative as far as future content

is concerned. Nervous? Lol

Venus: Not at all, I think any publication should always want to evolve and break new

ground, so i’m excited to see where the fashion industry goes, along with FLAWZ.

12. I’m ready as well...in a way lol, and nervous as it pertains to not repeating content

we’ve done or featured in the magazine already. My job in real life, we are, to be completely

honest with you, scrambling to come up with new material for the magazine,

without any fashion to show. Here on SecondLife we can show so many looks that haven’t

been covered yet, but are limited by creators.

Venus: Thats very real, and I think its just everyone in fashion feeling that along with you

guys. In a way we are lucky that on Second Life it can be limitless as long as people keep

creating and the grid never dies. But in RL its become a challenge. I think thats where

innovation will have to rise from somewhere, but from where I guess would be the question.

13. There are so many designers who actually have created around this idea of a post

apocalyptic world. Or a world after the apocalypse has happened. Others could find

inspiration from the fact that many will want to celebrate life and spend money or vise

verse. So yes we will see.

Speaking of creators....lol our favorite subject. A huge issue with many creators is the lack

of creativity. This doesn’t help necessarily, when it comes to those who do look to the industry

for inspiration. Those who look to celebrities and those in the music industry, they

will always have content. Which side do we feel sorry for the most? Lol I know which side

you’re going to choose. It’s the same side I continue to have a issue with.

Venus: Thats interesting, I can see many interpretations of this being done not just in

fashion but in music, its been happening already but I hope other designers/singers take

a more abstract approach to it too, for the sake of uniqueness. As for creators, It can be

frustrating because on the runways (as you know) we see that some just continue to recycle

the same collections, and the general public will eat it up and though today there

are a handful of amazing designers with breathtaking ideas, the problem is exactly that,

there are only a handful of them.

14. You know, this is the problem with fashion today. Creativity has been replaced with

“comfortability”. What’s familiar, what’s..in a sense, basic and easy. No shade but shade

at the same time. I get that we all want pieces that don’t take an arm and a leg to put on.

But at the same time we do want to be as diverse as we are as people, as the clothes we

put on our bodies. And with SL, the same applies. They want what’s “easy” because (here

comes the shade) most aren’t creating these looks anyway.

Venus: Oh yes thats been another issue, for years now, and most of us are aware of it,

but just like in RL, Second Life is a accumulation of people from all walks of life, and just

like the majority do consume the mediocre here or in RL, the minority would be the people

wanting more from designers in terms of creativity in a piece they meshed, and not

settling for another bra, panty, jean + sweater set with a side of thongs and socks, bloop.

I will say though, in the last 2-3 years and currently, I have been very happy to see that

couture is making a slow but steady evolution on Second Life, I just hope that momentum

keeps going and does not fizzle out.

15. I want to take a minute to, discuss our distaste with “urban” fashion. Now it’s not that

it’s urban, but it’s that, for SecondLife, we have been flooded with the same recycled looks

time and time again. And it seems like those who do take the initiative, to step outside the

walls of boredom, lol, I mean “street style” and expand their skills and creativity with couture

pieces, even a stellar high fashion (not couture but luxurious pieces), get ostracized

or deemed “unrealistic”. For me, I love street style. I honestly do, but when it’s literally, ALL

WE HAVE....it gets a little déjà vu.

Venus: Yeah don’t get me wrong, theres nothing wrong with a minimalistic style, and everyone

and their mother has a preference when it comes to what they love to wear and

their own style, but I would just like to say to consumers and creators, open your minds

to trying something new, and please don’t push something away so easily because its

“different” or “weird”. What one deems as “ugly” is stunning to another and I know for a

FACT there are creators on Second Life not naming names, that used to make gorgeous

high-fashion and even couture pieces, but they stopped because the general public was

not in support of them financially. It just wasn’t selling, and I understand that everyone

wants to make money, which is why I say, everyone in general should try to keep an open

mind about fashion, and bending the rules of what sells and what doesn’t.

16 I would be messy and say the name, because I know who you’re referencing, and it’s

ANNOYING asf. I touched on this point with Kaitlyn in our 4th issue. How on SL, with her

BBL body being considered “urban” and how even some still didn’t want to create for it.

It’s confusing with some of these creators.

Venus: haha! It is a few of them, but whats great is that there are other creators filling

up that void now. And that is strange, because we’ve seen how you can dress up a curvy

body, slim body or anything in between. Theres no excuse, anyone can wear high-fashion

and haute-couture, but the designers have to be bold enough to make the move.

17. I would say it’ll never happen, but who knows. Well just have to see at this point. Lol

Well with you, especially, being so amazingly creative with your images and style. How

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furniture. comes to the fashion or lack of it.

Question: i’m always fascinated with what creators do next. Where the future maybe

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(Respond) room for improvement.

OOOOOOOOO! Okay for the secrets.

Question: What would you like people to take away from you being bold and trying

something 18. You’ve been I know an so icon many and wish trail they blazer had with done? your looks and your take on beauty.

Answer: Where do If you I could get have your inspiration people take from? something And what’s away kept from it going everything for this I put long? out there it

would be just do what you want. Stop caring about the “What if’s” and just go for it because

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person to fashion just and like beauty anyone if we’re else. There looking isn’t at pop-culture, something that would makes be artists me better such or as; makes Cher, Nicki

Minaj, as though Bjork and I am my above all time anyone. favorite I believe ofcourse, as long miss as Gaga. you remain And the humble fashion and industry true to

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yourself, I think Alexander with exception McQueen for when was who you I have first saw to let that a bitch blew know my mind, LOL! You then can Thierry accomplish Mugler

anything. and as of late Iris Van Herpen. Besides those individuals, I’ve always had a thing as well

for alien-esque beauty, or the concept of beauty from another dimension and what that

would look like to humans.

without any fashion to show. Here on SecondLife we can show so many looks that haven’t

been covered yet, but are limited by creators.

19. As we look forward and move forward past COVID, what’s next for you? What will this

next chapter look like for Venus?

Venus: Well, I feel really fortunate to be in the situation I’m in, so Im always thankful for

that, especially in times like these. As far as the future is concerned, I’m focusing on my

career in RL alot more but as far as Second Life goes I can’t wait to see how far we take

FLAWZ. I also may be dabbling in some cosmetic creations in SL but that’ll be something

I’m trying to further develop.

20. Wowww! I can definitely see you getting into the beauty brand. Or collaborating with

a collection. Whatever you do, it’ll be creative and beautiful. So I’m looking forward to it.

Venus: Thank you so much!!

21. You’re welcome love.

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EDITORIALS

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ARTIST: EVE WEST

SERIES: DARK GODDESS

I'm Eve and I like to say that my work reflects

my emotions, it depends a lot on how I'm feeling

and how I want life to be represented. For

me a photo can tell a thousand stories but only

one of them should be told. I particularly created

this concept, of three dark goddesses who

rule the underworld, each representing a personality

or attribute, and they need to be in

harmony for their kingdom to prosper.

PHOTOGRAPHER: ARMAND PARKS

SERIES: SPRING CHIC

In celebration of our 1st Anniversary I wanted

to go chic for this season of spring. Many fashion

brands have renamed Ready to Wear collections

as Resort Collections and I wanted to

put my spin on it. With this collection I wanted

to showcase several talented designers on the

grid. Featuring my most favorite brand,

Rowne along with Mowie, COCO, Fashionism

and Salvadori to name a few. I hope you enjoy

this wonderful collection and that you will be

inspired by our 1st Anniversary issue of Flawz

Magazine.

Rowne - Eetan Ruffle Dress

Mowie – Estera Beret, Brooke Earrings, Sierra

Sunglasses

Salvadori - Helena Satin Suit

Mulloy - Sunglasses

COCO - Straw Hat with Scarf

Mowie - Hysa Face Set, Estera Beret

Indigo - Oyia Structured Corset

Fashionism - Metallic Tube Earrings

Fashionism - Bertha Beret

Rowne Jeune - Fur Top, Ajak Ruffle Skirt

Aurealis - Rhyland Bag

ARTIST: TW X

SERIES: REINCARNATED

When the lights go dim I find myself infatuated

with death. During these crazy times, the art in

creativity and self expression is more important

than ever, to get lost in something and take our

mind away, a distraction from the evil among

us. This issue’s theme of FLAWZ is spring couture,

however I chose to base my works around

elements of nature, earth, air, fire, water, ect.

Some club kid inspo (Leigh Bowery), music,

drag, and another inspo from someone among

us, Winter Jefferson.

LODE, AIR, NANI, FOXWOOD, NAMINOKE, BOILDEGG,

Nefekalum, Modulus, Conviction, Clef de Peau

Suit - Deadwool - Hard suit

ZIBSKA, Mat Kungler, Tableau Vivant,

Ghoul, FAKEICON, HUMAN GLITCH

DOTTY’S SECRET, BAMSE, NOCHE, Letituier, FAKEICON,

BOUDOIR, Clef de Peau, FLite

HUMAN GLITCH, ANXIETY, Abedul

ARTIST: PARADOX MERCURY

SERIES: IN BLOOM

For this issue of Flawz, Paradox has created a

very captivating series of editorials that seem

to tell a story about love and purity but in a very

abstract and unique way. Blending elements

that seem unorthodox, he knows how to make

a very memorable series, as you’re about to

find out.

Headpiece: Peony Flowers Tribal Wreath by Zenith

Jacket: Toreador Jacket Men Bordado by Zafair

Hand Prop: Bouquet of Bloody Black Roses by CAS

Makeup: Hecate Eyeshadow by Zibska

Hair: Crown Avant by Bon Amour

Headdress: Roses Mega Hat (modified) by AD Creations

Jacket: SADO Rubber Jacket by CheerNo

Skirt: Elayne Skirt by Artificial Hallucination

Rings: Asdar Ring Set by FAKEICON

Headpiece: Thinking of Love by AD Creations

Neck Gems: Mary Gems Collar by FAKEICON

Neck Paint: Ninja by Nuuna

Headpiece: Titania Headpiece by MiaMai

Dress: Zangzi by Titzuki

Lightbulb Head: Dusty Ideas by DISORDERLY

Jacket: Tailored Jacket PolkaDot by chronokit

Pants: Gin Pants Black Sakura by Caboodle

ARTIST: FRANKIE DEL REY

SERIES: SPRING ILLUSION

Hello there, I'm Frankie and I am honestly

thrilled to be a part of FLAWZ. I am usually

shopping or spending time with my family on

Second Life and also learning to build up a

business and work on my photography so that

I can enhance my creative eye. For my submissions,

I went for an urban twist with some

spring couture but in different environments. I

went for a different approach when it comes to

representation of flowers rather than using the

actual background. For my portrait I wanted to

go for something simple but eye catching with

optical illusions and editing tricks.

+MB+ Nena Bodysuit (Sheer)

Asteroid Box. Keir Earrings

Dappa - Septum [Silver]

i.Mesh - Enzo Hair (Black)

[PUMEC] Faradenza Mesh ears

Wasabi Pills - Ginny Mesh Hair

FAKEICON - Jeane Ruffle Stole (Special)

MOGUL - Yasmeen Sheer Suit (Dove)

Moon Elixir - Gothique Gacha (Sleeves)

Mug - Witchy Hands (#2 Metal Fingers RARE)

Toksik - Amai Heels

V-Tech - Body Roses (Legs)


Wasabi Pills - Ginny Mesh Hair



Moon Elixir - Gothique Gacha (Sleeves)


Toksik - Amai Heels

V-Tech - Body Roses (Legs)


i.Mesh - Enzo Hair (Black)




Toksik - Amai Heels

ARTIST: GHOST

SERIES: FLOWER BOY

I am Ghost, I love going around finding unisex

fashion or combining two things to make

something a little extra special. I enjoy what i

do and express myself and i hope that i inspire

people of the like, just how people have inspired

me. My looks are very diverse from

Femme Fatale to casual but still with my own

twist. So inspired by pastels, nothing says

"Spring is here" more than flowers and pastels.

Please enjoy…

Hair: .Shi - Eirene

Necklace: *LODE* Head Accessory - Wild Sakura Wreath [apple]

Jacket/Top: :::Breath::: - back zipper jacket

Accessories ( suspenders): .Shi : Unisex Suspenders

Pants: BOYS TO THE BONE nittio - jeans

Shoes: ..::ILLI::..Sander Platforms

Hair: KUNI - Camii

Stole: FAKEICON - Jeane ruffle stole

Corset/skirt: +Artificial Hallucination - Elayne Skirt

Headpiece: Gumi’s Flower Shop - Floral Hair

Suit: Zaara : Classic Suit jacket

PHOTOGRAPHER: NUNU TOMOE

SERIES: SUMMER NYMPHS

Nunu joins us for the very first time, and just

in time for our anniversary issue! Her style

varies but she’s very much into showcasing

cute anime styles combined with provacative

and even high fashion looks with a

touch of cyber punk. The followig series

you’re about to see showcases Nunu’s own

personal style, as it relates to Spring and it’s

colorful elements.

PHOTOGRAPHER: CRUELLA DE VIL

SERIES: MOTHER NATURE

First of all, I want to give my thanks to Flawz

Magazine for even considering to put me in

their magazine, I've never done it before so

the pressure was on to make everything look

professional and clean. When I was introduced

to the theme which was Spring Couture,

my mind immediately went straight to

flowers and mother nature, however the looks

I had in mind were NOTHING that came out

when I finished it. My looks are obviously inspired

by nature, the embodiment of the flora,

the red rouge gown that is from Moon Amore

was pretty big on me, and how do you wear

something that big and make it look amazing?

I did not want to wear another gown and let it

wear me, I wanted to do more, I wanted a

huge cluster of petals, flowers, and a magical

feeling to it, I usually don’t add a huge amount

of stuff on my avatars, but what can I say?

Bigger is better.

ARTIST: eden murfin

SERIES: POSH SEASON

This is Eden’s debut with Flawz and we couldn’t

be happier to have her. She is a glamorous girl

for sure and her images prove that. Demonstrating

a very sophisticated and high fashion

take on her images, the following series will

take you on a posh and chic spring fantasy.

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REAL LIFE

Second life

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TRENDZ: Spring/Summer Trends Real Life and Second Life 2020

If it isn’t clear yet, by the end of the Spring show season, It was LOUD and clear, the industry

needs to be smart about our stuff. The accessories that dominated the runways in New York,

London, Milan and Paris were more functional than lux. Items that can live in our wardrobe

for seasons to come. So don’t worry about being shaded about carrying “last seasons” bag.

Bags will be oversized or bucket-shaped, all the better to tote our possessions. Shoes must be

walkable, so no carrying an extra pair of flats. The fact that all these trends coexist alongside

rainbow sunglasses, and unstoppable straw bag renaissance, highlights Spring 2020’s other

important message: when it comes to accessories there’s never a “wrong”. Buying, wearing,

and repeating what you love is a good way to keep your closet sustainable and yourself in

style.

GRASPING AT STRAWS

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Real Life Reference:

Without a doubt, the most popular material

of the entire Spring season was

raffia. The fiber was woven into shoes,

bags and belts in collections as diverse

as Simone Rocha, Valentino, JW Anderson,

and Dior. Want eco friendly details?

Consider this, as a plant-derived material,

raffia is biodegradable, promising

that your new IT bag will have less of an

environmental impact.

Second Life Reference:

Vive Nine “Straw Basket” bag. Nutmeg

“Straw” bag.

PIN IT UP


Boutonnières might have begun as a

menswear trend in the early 19th century,

but thanks to recent designers such as

Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, and Nicolas

Ghesquière, they’ll prove to be essential

for women’s wear this spring/summer.


Rowne “Ertel” Pearl choker. FAKEICON

“SEC02” shoulder fur wit brand new

fashionable pins. Mowie “Jamie” brooch.

FAKEICON “Secession” shoulder fur.

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SOFTIES


The new super size bag are not only

useful, but practical. Pile all of your possessions

into Hermès’s scarf hobo and

watch it expand, or Bottega Veneta’s

woven crossbody, and carry it like a harness.

This season, bigger is better.


Spectacledchic “Fearless” backpack.

Spectacledchic “Identity” bag.

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IN LIVING COLOUR


Sunglasses have been big, small, sporty,

and square over the past few years.

Now, it really doesn’t matter what they

look like, as long as you see in color.

With designers like Armani, and Anna

Sui positing fantastical shades in every

hue under the sun. If whimsical is more

your style, Clare Waight Keller’s practical

shield glasses in moss for Givenchy

or Michael Kors’s marigold aviators.


USA “Enu” sunglasses. AUREALIS “Eyeshield”

glasses. LEN$ “Style 68” glasses.

SORGO “XNX” shades. SU! “Hell Freak”

sunglasses. AUREALIS “Techino” glasses.

[Meisu] “LIMERENCE” glasses.

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SQUARE UP


Thanks to one of my personal favorite

designer, Demna Gvasalia, the strong

square toe has ruled the decades most

experimental shoe silhouette. Balenciaga

has definitely led the pack, others

have followed, cutting sandals, boots,

and pumps with startlingly straight toes.


ARCHIVEFACTION “Lace Up” derbies.

Spectacledchic “Chelsea” platform

boots. Yentements “Yersace 90s” heel.

Yentements “PVC One strap” heel in

black and white.

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BUCKET LIST


Bucket bags have made a come back!

At Marni there were gardeners totes, at

Missoni they held actual flowers, and at

Loewe they were as classic as they come.

The popular bag shape that has come

full circle for the new decade. Smaller

then the season’s oversized shoulder

bag, the bucket is a handy alternative

for women on the go. The styles are endless.

It’s going to be hard to beat on the

streets next spring.


7 “Round” hand bag. Mowie “Madie”

bag.

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STANDING ON PLATFORMS


Gone are the sneakers (for now), they’ve

lost their luster on most runways this

season. But emerging, ever-practical

platform and flatform sandal, has come

flopping down. At Erdem, Simone Rocha,

and Giambattista Valli, platform sandals

offered a more glamorous alternative to

the always-in Birkenstock or Teva.


EQUAL “Frida” platform.

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Photographed by Elocuencia Resident

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REAL LIFE LIFE

Second life

ARTISTS

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ARTIST: RAH AMEEN

SERIES: BLACK EXCELLENCE GALLERY

I created the gallery because I felt that art,

specifically black art, was lacking. In real life

we don't get to experience black art like we

should, we see them less in museums and they

often are pushed to the back or aside even in

independent art communities. I figured that I

could bring something meaningful and creative

to the grid.

I love art in all forms, paintings, photography,

music, etc. Because it comes from a real place

of emotion and it makes you think. I loved the

gallery because it was something that I curated.

I was able to introduce something that

meant something to me in hopes that it would

mean something to everyone else. Like everything

else, its trial and error. I've moved around

a few times, I've been extremely inspired and

also extremely uninspired, and everything else

that comes with creating and maintaining

something.

I have kind of stepped back a little bit from it. I

want to focus on some other projects and

sometimes it does get draining trying to keep

up with everything and ignore outside influences

and stay positive. But I do enjoy the love

I get from it and the people who push me to

keep going and keep me inspired. For the time

being I am going to move most of the art onto

a marketplace and I may do some updates

and rebranding and reopen soon. For details,

contact Abstrak.mercury Resident.

JUNE 2020

FLAWZ Magazine ◊ 5

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