Fashion Show Review: DreamBuilders Mall
by Alphaville Herald on 04/12/05 at 9:26 pm
by Chipsen Queso
Fresh on the heels of my last highly-commented fashion show review from Cloud Nine, I decided to go out today to a show for an agency I hadn’t previously heard of – the Divine Dreams Models. The show featured designs by Sparkle Designs (Leona Kitty), Avide (Inari Saito), and Whispers by Zelinna (Zelinna Jacques). There were certainly positives and negatives to this show.
I’ve picked out five example outfits out of the 18 outfits that I believe were indicitave of the entire show to present here in this review. The first is “Persian Silk” up above, modeled by Anastasia Ferdinand. This design is unique, but I don’t like the color combination at all. What look like attempts at folds in the skirt also could use quite a bit of work to further develop that technique.
This outfit shown above is “Wine,” modeled by Vixen Lehane. I personally like this design. The texture could use a bit more detail to give it better appeal, as well as varied textures in the prim skirting in order to give it a better appearance. Other than that, I do like it, and would consider purchasing it if the need arose.
Our next outfit is “Dark Heart with Mask Deep Red,” shown by Lola Rosebud. I personally can’t stand the mask that is apparently included with this dress. I think it’s tacky and appalling. Lola also chose poorly with her poses, and selected ones that make skin show through her skirt. The skirt itself could use a bit more detail and variation, but certainly isn’t the worst that I’ve seen lately.
This dress is called “Chic,” and is modeled by the unfortunate Joy Honey. The host of this show called this set “elegant.” I would have to strongly disagree. The detail on this outfit is strongly lacking. The skirting looks like it has a slit down the front with Photoshop paintbrushes of random sizes imprinted along the sides of the slit. This outfit could seriously use some major work, and should be revamped with more detail and better painting, and then re-released.
This final dress is “Paris,” modeled once again by Vixen Lehane. I tell you what, Vixen sure got the large straw for this show. First she gets the gorgeous “Wine” ensemble, and then finishes up her afternoon with “Paris.” The top is very nice, though the skirt itself could use a LOT more detail. Seriously, slapping a color down and painting a few dots isn’t a finished product. That’s not even close. This model also made the mistake of talking while on the runway, and wearing bling in her nose. Both of these things strongly distracted from the dress itself.
Overall, this show was pretty bland. I was getting very bored towards the end. This certainly wasn’t one of the best fashion shows of the year, but it wasn’t one of the worst, either. I’d probably give it 2.5 stars out of 5.
I do have a few general comments about the entire show, in conclusion:
1. NEVER talk while on the runway (nemi and Vixen unfortunately did this). It distracts from the outfit you’re wearing and makes you look like an attention whore.
2. Don’t wear any bling while on the runway. It not only lags the sim, but once again, it distracts from the outfit that is supposed to be the center of the attention while you’re out there.
3. Always make sure your hair fits your head. You’d think this would be common sense, but it obviously wasn’t for Anastasia.
4. Never let skin show through your dresses. There’s something called sliders you can use to adjust your shape (specifically leg muscularity and saddle bags) to prevent this.
5. In a multi-designer show, the host ALWAYS needs to announce who designed the outfit. This is something that Circe forgot to do today.
Urizenus
Dec 4th, 2005
dang, that chipsen is one tough mama.
Albion
Dec 5th, 2005
I, for one, know that the models had a great time putting on this show. They were relaxed and enjoyed themselves immensely, which I personally find surprising given that the show organizer was given a mere day and a half to assemble the show and practice.
This was also Dreambuilders’ first show.
My compliments go out to the models for being great sports and doing such a great job on such a horrendous deadline, a lot of effort was put into this, and frankly I think some of the comments were unnecessarly rude to those models.
inari saito
Dec 5th, 2005
I’m glad to report that despite Chipsen’s obvious ennui with the show, the models, the designers present (namely, me), and the audience had a great time.
Personally, I feel Chipsen’s critique of Zelinna’s gowns is just downright rude. Zee is a wonderful designer – one of the best in SL IMHO.
As for Ms. Queso’s comments on my designs, I guess I’ll work on that “tacky and appalling” in my (cough) spare time LOLOL
Lis
Dec 5th, 2005
Was we even at the same show? I loved it! The models were professional, the mood there was very good and joyful, the outfits was stunning, models did a very good job.
And what’s so negative about models talking? I loved that! Have been to way too many cold fashion shows. This was one of the warmest ever.
Interaction with the audience is important, something Circe, mall owners and models really succeeded with. Gave warmth to the entire show
We all had fun there – isn’t that sl is really about?
Keep up the good work Dreambuilders! Looking forward to your next fashion show!
simone
Dec 6th, 2005
I encourage models to interact with the crowd. It’s a show, and I want the focus of the models to be on the viewers as well as what they are doing. Shows are supposed to be fun, and if the models are clever enough to get an extra chuckle or two out of the audience, bonus points!
And I agree about the bling. It’s unnecessary unless it is part of what is actually being modeled. I ask all models to remove all jewelry except for wedding/partner rings, unless of course the ring leaves a trail pf particles behind it the size of the model’s head, and then it’s got to go as well.
I also agree about not letting skin show through the clothing. There’s ample time before a show to cycle through poses and see what pose works for what outfit. That is, given the designer has passed out the clothing in advance, and that -should- be the case.
However, these are small things, in comparison to some shows I’ve attended and even had the misfortune of being a part of. All in all, if the worst that happens is a litttle bling, a little chatter, and a little skin, I’m counting my lucky stars and humbly thankful to the ladies for pulling off a near flawless show.
Harlequin Salome
Dec 6th, 2005
*Chuckles* I think Miss Queso is doing her job perfectly. Its the job of a critic to be harsh, and it pushes you to correct the problems and become better.
Albion
Dec 7th, 2005
Part of being a good critic is making sure you’re giving constructive, unbiased criticsm, and making absolutely certain you’re not mocking the person you’re criticising for the sake of a little readership.
Fashion Gal
Mar 29th, 2007
Chispen, you ABSOLUTELY have a right to express your own opinion – after all, this is YOUR OWN vision the readers want to see, not some “objective” “scientific” description! Good article, thanks a lot, and don’t pay attention to nasty comments!We love ya!