THE FANCIFUL FASHIONS OF FEY BRIGHTWILLOW

Part Five in a series, featuring Selectees of New World Notes Fashion Expo 2004. (Context here, here, and here.) Today we present Fey Brightwillow, whose fashions can be purchased in-world at Fey's Designers Unlimited Store in Tehama (160, 223).

FEY ON HER FASHIONS SHE IS SHOWING HERE

"'Goth Plaid'-- this was a design that started from me doodling one day. I wanted to do something a bit different, a bit Gothic with a splash of color. There are five Prims in the hat, which I feel completes and sets the whole look off.

"'Goth Elegance' - this is a formal gown designed specifically for a client, a design I created. It has layers of sheer veils in front with side flounces and a long train in velvet, and another layer in silvery webs. The blood red colour set off with black gives this ensamble grace and style. Total prims... [smiles] a lot.

"'Chains & Locks' - this design was thought up after doing some research on Gothic and D/s clothing. It was modeled at the fashion show for Alana Monde and David Valentino at Perilous Pleasures a few weeks back. I came up with several ideas in this line. This particular style being one of the more popular outfits. Lots of chains, locks, black vinyl and pure sexiness.

"'Burgundy Tux' - has a touch of the old west dress and elegance. Deep burgundy jacket trimmed in deep gray. Black slacks, tailored vest and spats. Very detailed, and makes a guy look dashing.

"Wedding Dress, Antique & Gold' - this dress was designed after a picture Jade Jenson gave me of a prom dress; she wanted something similar for her wedding. Done in antique cream with gold trim laced throughout the bodice and skirt. The veil is also sheer cream with gold setting it off. I believe it is one of my best designs yet. Prims... in the veil, twenty four."

FEY ON WHAT INSPIRES HER FASHIONS, AND ON WHAT INSPIRED HER FASHION BUSINESS

"I can get my inspiration from just about anything. Movies, pictures, going out and watching people in real life.

"I do fair in the fashion business, I keep busy and enjoy what I do. I've done a couple of fashion shows, the first being with Baccara [Rhodes]. That started of a grand friendship and business of Spellbound. My main advertising is word of mouth. If people like what I create they tell their friends.

"I started creating clothing and costumes in Second Life because friends during Beta [pre-June 2003 - HL] saw what I was making myself. They encouraged me to design more and open my own store. At that time, there was only a couple of clothing stores in our world. So I searched for what I considered a perfect spot (At that time there was only fifteen or twently simulators.) I bought the land in Tehama in March of 2003 and have been there ever since. The store officially opened April 1st of 2003. The rest is history."

FEY ON THE WORK AND TALENTS BEHIND HER FASHIONS

"Depending on how detailed an outfit is, it can take anywhere from four hours to several days. I really don't keep track of how many hours I put into something, as I become pretty immersed in the creation. Time just tends to slip away. I also have a bad habit of taking something apart and starting over 'til I am pleased with the look. [laughs] So I really have no idea how long some take.

"[In real life,] I do not work outside the home at the present. But I have always painted and sketched. Also I began sewing clothes at an early age. I designed my first outfit at 8. By my teenage years I usually tailored about three-fourths of what I wore. As an adult, I continue designing my own things once in awhile, along with clothes for my nieces, and even Halloween costumes. I don't do sewing as much any more, as it's very time-consuming. So I create in Second Life. In fact, some of the things I sell in my store are from styles I actually made myself in the real world."

FEY ON THREE FELLOW DESIGNERS SHE ADMIRES

"I've seen so many I admire it would be unfair to list only three. Many have their own style and flair. I think i'ts wonderful so many show off their talent and hope they continue such great designs."

FEY ON TRANSLATING HER TALENTS INTO REAL WORLD FASHION

"Oh, I'll probably continue designing clothes for myself and family members from time to time. But beyond that I don't plan on going further."

FEY IN SECOND LIFE, WHEN SHE'S NOT DESIGNING FASHIONS

"I enjoy going dancing. I find it relaxing; odd, but it does for me. I enjoy going to events once in awhile. Also, I like to wander the world and see all the wonderful things others build. The talent in Second Life is astounding, our world here just puts me in awe at all the creative minds."

FEY ON THE FUTURE OF HER FASHION

"I've been working towards a Gothic fashion show after being asked by Cinde Fate. I'm hoping to have that ready somewhere around Halloween. I'm pretty excited about it, as it stretches my mind on creating new styles.

"Also, I'm involved with the Gorean fair that is coming up at Black Tarn Island. Hoping to have time to add to the silks collection along with new harem style costumes and clothes. I believe this will be a fun and interesting event."