A Virtual Dae

For Immediate Release: SECONDLIFE’S FIRST “NON-PROFIT” MODELING AGENCY!

2008-05-15T19:41:00.000-04:00

“We don’t like what we are seeing out there in SL as far as the modeling industry is concerned…actually we don’t like the way the entire fashion industry is being run, but we will start with helping the models finally get what they deserve…we want fairness...we want the models all over SL to be able to make money too, not just the agencies, designers, and retailers,” says Daeden Jessop, the owner, founder, and designer for “A Dae of Elegance,” a new company in SecondLife that currently consists of two branches, a modeling agency branch, and a high-fashion clothing design and retail branch. This new upcoming company pledges to not only provide SL’s most realistic fashion shows and the most gorgeous "Super" models SL has to offer, but now also has added to their pledge that they will not take a single penny from their models. “We will tell the clients and models upfront what the prices are and what the pay is…no secrets, no games,” says Daeden.

The agency has also pledged to do its best to change they way models are treated in SL, as well as try to fix the broken SL fashion industry. Daeden says they have decided to lead the way in revolutionizing the SL Fashion industry one problem at a time. When Daeden, her partner KookaMonga Walpole, and Information Director Sofie Knoller looked into what models are being paid for their hard work, as well as what other agencies charge clients, they kept hitting brick walls. It seems no one wanted to talk about it.

"The consensus was that models all over SL are working basically for free or for just the clothes they are given to showcase. Some models are being told that working for free is normal, and that they should be thrilled about being able to keep the clothes as payment, and that it takes a long time before a model can make money in the industry; meanwhile everyone but the models are raking in the Lindens," said Daeden. A few models did report making a little actual money on occasion, and a couple of agencies do openly list their prices. However it soon became quite apparent that this wasn’t common. “We know what people are being paid out there in SL for the different jobs available, and we have decided it’s high time that fashion models get their fair share of the money being made in the fashion industry. And believe me, there is lots of money being made out there…we hope to set a new standard in the way things are done…I’d love to see all models begin to refuse to work for free, it would have a huge impact on the industry” says Daeden.

Daeden went on to spell out their new policy in a simple way, “For fashion shows, our clients will be charged $500 per model. For photo shoots, our clients will be charged $500 per model, per hour. The next and very unique part of their plegde is that our models will make $500 per show, and for photo shoots, our models will make $500 per hour. So basically the models make all the money.

This announcement will for sure have a huge impact on the industry; finally giving models a way to earn the money they so much deserve. You can expect big things from this new agency and look for this new paradigm to begin affecting a change all over SL. It’s time the SL fashion world sat up and took notice of this upcoming new leader in the fashion industry. They have turned over a few rocks, exposed some bad things, and there is no going back. Things will never be the same.

ABOUT A DAE OF ELEGANCE:
http://daedenjessop.blogspot.com/
A Dae of Elegance can be found in Moraine (5, 185, 52) in Second Life. Their groups and landmarks are available in “Places” and “Group” searches. Based on quality fashions and the top models in the industry, A Dae of Elegance plans to focus on all facets of the fashion industry, by affecting change and making it a happy profitable world for everyone.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Daeden Jessop, Owner
KookaMonga Walpole, Owner
Sophie Knoller, Information Director

Berry Rich Party Dress

2008-04-17T17:37:00.001-04:00

Hey, finished this week, a new party dress in a rich berry tapestry with floral imprint. An above the knee skirt features under skirting in krinalin and a gold belt with heart emblem and dangling chains on the back of the gown. Also comes with matching fish net stockings and feels good against the legs as you move and twist, turn and dance. The skirt flows really nicely and seems to fit all shapes with little to no modification necessary (but you can mod it if you need).

I'll upload a pic of it here when blogger's technical difficulties about pictures passes. In the meantime, take a peek at Daeden's Berry Rich Party Dress at our main store in Moraine today :) Thanks for visiting!

A Dae of Elegance is NOT a part of Certified Model SL, please read.

2008-04-13T20:20:00.000-04:00

A D A E O F E L E G A N C E
Quality Fashion Designs from Daeden Jessop
http://daedenjessop.blogspot.com/

First, we want to state that A Dae of Elegance, Daeden Jessop and KookaMonga Walpole never have and never will ask for or require money or fees from our models/staff, for any reason, to be a part of our organization or to participate in any functions or events!!!

With that said ... there have been some very valid concerns that have been brought to our attention regarding the "Certified Model SL" group that we have been promoting as a good thing for our models to join.

Please note, neither our organization or either of our partners/owners has ever been affiliated with Certified Model SL other than to be regular members. We are not part of the ownership of that organization, we do not collect any fee's or income from it and are not partnered with the organization or it's owner in any way.

Previously we were making it a requirement that our models become certified with this group. Upon further consideration and hearing more opinions, A Dae of Elegance has chosen to break ties with this unaffiliated organization at this time. If you choose to become a part of Certified Model SL, that is up to you. It is NO LONGER a requirement of employment with A Dae of Elegance.

This is first to alleviate any confusion or potential misconception or negative views of our organization that could occur as a result of our perceived relationship with "Certified Model SL."

We were excited by the concept of the group, we still think in concept, it's a great idea, but we are not comfortable, as many are not, with the way it is being operated, its goals and its statements regarding the money one must pay to be a part of the organization. We would like to keep an eye on the group for a while and see how it evolves before any further or continued association.

Kooka and I are going to stay as members of the group for now, however, anyone that we personally sent to the Certified Model SL group, that wishes to no longer be a member can see Kookamonga Walpole for a refund of the entrance fee of $350 L.

We are both terribly sorry for any confusion, concern or misunderstandings this situation has created for you!

Sincerely,
"The DaeDae" & "Miranda Priestly"
Daeden Jessop & KookaMonga Walpole

Modeling photoshoots & being prepared

2008-04-04T22:42:00.000-04:00

I had an interesting experience yesterday, that I wanted to share ... food for thought and all ... or maybe lessons learned, who knows lol.

I was contacted yesterday by one of my favorite designers (no lol not me :P). I had contacted her before I started making clothes, asking for a chance to model for her. Well, she contacted me today.

She informed me that her new outfits were very 70's disco style. So I already had this in mind when I chose my hair and makeup and my arriving outfit (my own Snakeskin Spirit lol and a long flexi style hair that's half phony, half down and partially covering the face).

So I went. She was hoping we'd have time to do at least one of the 4 outfits she had just completed. She was tired and wanted to spend time with her guy and I had to go out lol.

Anyway, I arrive, she was very sweet and welcoming. After some light banter and comments of "ooo's and aahhh's" over my AO's poses, she said she was so god awful tired of her poses and was wondering if I had any of my own. Well, luck had it (well, luck or cuz I read up on some things, who knows), I had quite a few that I had purchased for just such an occaision.

She was amazed with them, was so grateful ... she told me, "just keep flipping through them and I'll just snap away." During the shoot a friend of hers showed up and they together were marvelling at my preparedness, my skin, my AO, my poses and my professionalism. I was quick to change, always confirmed with her that I had her styles on correctly and would make sure she had rezzed before I did anything.

Before we knew it, we were done all 4 outfits ... each having 2 versions ... and only about 20-30 minutes had passed. Her friend had made a comment to her that I cannot remember now, but she replied to him, "well, this is how it is when you work with a professional."

Here is one of the many pics she gave me from the shoot. Please feel free to contact her to ask her about me if you want :D.

I hope you found this story enjoyable, inspirational and most importantly, helpful!!

Hugs,
DaeDae

Burning Desire

2008-04-04T22:32:00.001-04:00

Just released today, by far my best work yet (I guess you do get better the more you do this lol). Burning Desire has many parts to it. It can be worn as a formal skirt complete with sheer midriff covering and hands in the gloves, or as a sexy party gown with bare belly and bare hands. Even the pants are decorated to look really nice when worn alone with either the sheer or bare tops. The skirt has a belt with long gold chains on hips, pelvis and bottom that the solid black fabric accentuates, while the belt also comes without these dangling flexi chains to be worn with the pants alone.

This gown marks the start of my line in "sizes" as this particular release was made for women with rounder more full hips and bottoms (NO that does not mean fat!). My own shape, as my good friend and associate Kooka says, has no ass and no boobs. Actually, it's a great model's shape I made so that I would have less mod's to make when buying prim clothing. My shape represents "small" whereas more full figure shapes like Kooka's will be designated as "medium." This just means you have breasts c-cup or larger and a lush bottom with wider hips.

Hope you enjoy and look for my past gowns to be released very soon in Medium sizes as well (they are all small for now).

Hugs,
DaeDae

Snakeskin Spirit

2008-04-04T22:30:00.000-04:00

I had a moment of wanting something fun and flirty to carouse in. So I made Snakeskin Spirit. The bustier and belt are in an amazing shimmering rainbow snakeskin. The bustier sports 2 purple feather flexi plumes.

Frosty Tiger Lust

2008-04-04T22:27:00.000-04:00

Isn't it always the way lol ... you create it in gold, they want silver. You make it red, they beg for blue ... ok, I always aim's to please :). Also launched this week ... Frosty Tiger Lust, cousin to Flaming Tiger Lust. Enjoy!

Updates to an Old Favorite

2008-04-04T22:25:00.000-04:00

I had a lot of requests for Black Velvet Desire and Purple Splash in silver (originals had gold jewlry/accents). Here they are ...

Flaming Tiger Lust Dresses

2008-04-04T22:15:00.000-04:00

New Gowns ... Flaming Tiger Lust

I've added these 2 new dresses to the line this past week. I hope you like them. The gown is a long double skirted creation while the belly is it's single skirted bare-belly cousin. Each feature gems of roaring tiger faces set in 14k gold.

Custom Tailoring

2008-03-27T17:33:00.000-04:00

I know that it's hard to make one design (with prims anyway) that fits all sizes and shapes. For this reason I offer custom tailoring to all who purchase my designs for an additional $200 Lindens per outfit (it's kinda time consuming lol).

I hope that you will take me up on this if you have purchased one of my designs. I want very much for it to look as good on you as if it were custom made for you! If you look good, I look good lol.

Please know that the prim items are copy/mod so there are some adjustments you can make yourself, but some shapes need more extensive tailoring to make them "just right."

Thanks for visiting and for purchasing a design from the collection of A Dae of Elegance.

Hugs,
DaeDae

Designer Clothes by Daeden? grins

2008-03-26T17:50:00.000-04:00

So, check this out ... I'm makin clothes now :). This is the first of my elegant line of gowns.

I call it "Daeden's Black Velvet Desire." It includes the long belled sleeved under-scalloped shirt in an attractive dark blue shimmered black velvet with matching slightly belled pants and flexi-prim long skirt. Also included is the gold belt and accent bustier.

I made sure the prim parts are copy/mod so that wearers can custom tailor their gown to fit their shape perfectly.

This outfit is actually two in one, it can be worn very easily, as a trendy pants outfit. It's currently only available on SLexchange here: http://www.slexchange.com/modules.php?name=Marketplace&file=item&ItemID=618470.

The second in my new line of gowns, I call "Purple Splash." Another gown/pants outfit, this one features a strappless custom tailored top in dark purple with subtle designer pattern with gold decorated bustier that wraps around the chest.

The tight-ankled pants would work well in boots or with shoes and the floor-length skirt turns this trendy pants outfit into an elegant evening gown.

The custom made belt has three tiers of gold wrapping around the hips with an abstract design with gold focal beads.

This design is also available on SLexchange.com, here: http://www.slexchange.com/modules.php?name=Marketplace&file=item&ItemID=618476.

Please give them a look and let me know what you think :).

What does it really take?

2008-03-25T10:06:00.000-04:00

I've been applying to designers and agencies, entering contests and trying my darndest to find where the elite meet to greet to get to know people in the fashion industry. What I find interesting is how different everyone handles choosing their models.

One day in one of the modeling groups, someone posted a comment that they were having an open audition right that minute for a modeling contract and to contact them for a tp. So of course I did. Upon arrival, we all stood around making light chatter while our host was rather quiet. We were told to turn off our ao's or any scripts and wait. After a looooong wait for everyone to arrive, we were sorted into groups based on our modeling experience. After a short while, people started to tp out. I was wondering at first until I got a IM that said "I'm sorry, you're not what we're looking for, please leave." So I did.

I was left wondering ... oooookay, so what were you really looking for considering this is a virtual world and I can change my appearance to match anything you want. What are your priorities and under these circumstances, would I really enjoy working with you?

A week later, unrelated to the previous experience, I was chosen for an interview at a modeling agency where they brought me to their facility, sat down with me and talked -- asked questions -- bantered -- strived to get to know me and for me to get to know them. It was a wonderful experience.

I realized at this point that I didn't just want to be hired for modeling gigs, although to gain any recognition I did need to get my face out there ... but I wanted to work with people that I would enjoy. I mean, what's the point if I'm miserable???

It also gave me pause for thought ... I mean really, if you're looking for a model to work with, in a virtual environment, what's most important? The person's personality and ease of working with? Or their current Avie configuration? Any of us can change anything at any time! Insta-Plastic Surgery lol. Gotta Love It!

DaeDae's Tricks

2008-03-18T07:54:00.000-04:00

Howdy all :). Thought I'd give this blogging thang a go.

For my first trick, I put up my modeling portfolio on slexchange to purchase for $0 lindens :). Hope you'll take a gander and if you have any modeling needs, that you might give me a hollar. You can find it here: http://www.slexchange.com/modules.php?name=Marketplace&file=item&ItemID=604503.

For my second trick, aside from modeling, I also have started building some cool stuffs. It's a ton of fun. All I have available right now is on slexchange. A complete list of all are available here: http://www.slexchange.com/modules.php?name=Marketplace&Remind=1&SearchKeyword=daeden+jessop&SearchPriceMin=&SearchPriceMax=&SearchRatingMin=&SearchRatingMax=&sort=&dir=asc.

For my third trick, be sure to check out mah friend's blog, http://jrophotographystudios.blogspot.com/. Jess is a great photographer and a really cool person. Always remember you get what you pay for when it comes to anything you are looking to buy! She took some really cool pics of me :D I'm pasting a few in here.

If you need your pic taken, or just want one of you and your sweetie, be sure to look up Jessica Rocco! :)

anyway, more bloggin when i have more topic to chat on :D thanks for visitin!!

DaeDae