Phoenix Rising Model of the Month Winners for September
We truly had an amazing selection of photo’s to choose from this month’s contest and we want to thank you all for submitting your amazing photos, unfortunately we can only pick 3 winner and they are listed below, congratulations ladies. We can’t wait to see the next round of photos for October’s contest.
Grand Prize Winner: Lile Bikcin (Photographer: Skip Staheli)

1st Runner Up: Raine McCellan (Photographer: Amerique Silverspar)

2nd Runner Up: Lucy Eberhart (Photographer: Keltoi Recreant)

Model: Lucy Eberhart
Photographer: Keltoi Recreant
Phoenix Rising Model of the Month ~ October

☆PHOENIX RISING MODEL OF THE MONTH☆
October Contest Entry Deadline: October 20th
*The model winners will be announced in the following month’s issue of ICON Lifestyle Magazine.*
☆Prizes☆
1st Place:
*Model will have a custom outfit designed for and named after her, and will appear in the vendor ad.
*Model will be added to the Phoenix Rising Model Pool for events and live modeling opportunities.
*Model will receive five (5) outfits of her choice from the Phoenix Rising collection.
*Winning photo will be prominently displayed in the Phoenix Rising main store for at least one month.
*Winning model’s winning photo will be featured in a future ad for The Phoenix Rising Model of the Month contest to be printed in ICON Lifestyle Magazine.
1st Runner Up:
* Three (3) Gift Certificates for an outfit of choice from Phoenix Rising.
*Photos will be displayed in the Phoenix Rising main store for at least one month.
2nd Runner Up:
* One (1) Gift Certificate for an outfit of choice from Phoenix Rising.
*Photos will be displayed in the Phoenix Rising main store for at least one month.
All winners will also be placed on the Phoenix Rising Flickr page and blog.
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This is NOT a voting contest! Entries will be pre-screened by Phoenix Rising staff and final winners will be chosen by Ashoka Eales, designer for Phoenix Rising. Any judges participating in the monthly contest will not be named publicly.
RULES:
(Please read carefully and completely)
****The model should be wearing a CURRENT OUTFIT or a combination of outfits from Phoenix Rising (NO DISCONTINUED OUTFITS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Previously submitted photos will not be accepted.).****
*No nudity allowed, all photos must be geared towards fashion and show the designs in a flattering way.
*The main focus of the photo should be the designs themselves, followed by the look and styling of the model and then photography quality.
*Only Phoenix Rising label clothing and jewelry should appear in the photo. No pieces from any other designer should appear.
*Models who already model for Phoenix Rising may enter, but previous 1st place winners are ineligible to participate.
*Men may not appear in the photo.
*No more than one female in any photo.
*Photo processing and artistic additions to the photos are accepted and encouraged, but alterations to the integrity of the basic design or color of the clothing or jewelry should not be made in processing the photos.
*Prizes will not be distributed until after the photoshoot is complete.
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HOW TO ENTER:
1. Create a folder titled “Phoenix Rising Model of the “Month – (Your Name Here)”
- Please do not include the quotations or parentheses in the title of the notecard
2. In the folder, place a notecard with the same title inside of it. Restate your name and the name of your photographer in the notecard.
3. List the items you are wearing in the notecard.
4. Place a FULL PERMS copy of your entry photo inside the *FOLDER*. NOT the notecard. Title the photo with your name only.
5. Drop the folder to RubyStarlight Writer by the 20th of the month.
*ONE photo entry per person, per month.*
*If the folder is not named properly, it cannot be easily located and judged and will be automatically disqualified.*
*If any of the guidelines are deviated from, the entry will be disqualified.*
Any and all inquiries and entries for the contest should be directed to RubyStarlight Writer and NOT to any of the designers or staff of Phoenix Rising.
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*We have supplied a location on Einstein that has a public studio for anyone who needs to use one can use it.
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Einstein/129/40/37
Most importantly… have fun and good luck!
September’s Model of the Month

PHOENIX RISING NEW RELEASE – WHISPER
Last week Ashoka Eales of Phoenix Rising release this fun, summery dress is 6 pastel colors (Green, Nana, Pink, Citrus, Purple and Ice). If you haven’t already gotten this amazing dress run down to the main store and pick it up now. As is common with Ashoka’s designs there are multiple options. You can wear a nice short skirt for a long walk on the beach or dress it up with the gown option for a night out on the town and the options keep on coming with a bikini option. See you there.


You can get them now at Phoenix Rising http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elf%20Fala%20Lands/140/142/38!
Chloë – New Release: REBIRTH IN VELVET

This sexy velvet choker is sure to complete any outfit! Dress up or go casual with this unique combination of diamonds and luxury!
And of course, the Rebirth in Velvet Set is both color changing, with our unique color changing pod you can select over 150 primary AND secondary colors! This necklace can be matched with any outfit time and again by a click of a few buttons!
And don’t forget our free gift is out and waiting!
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elf%20Fala%20Lands/186/173/38
Pssstt.. Keep your eyes open for an upcoming release of diamond encrusted flats! -WITH COLOR CHANGE
Want a sneak peak?
Visit our store in the D.C. District Style Mall to view a picture!
Einstein Model of the Month for April
After another round of tough decisions we have picked the best of the best you winners of “Einstein Model of April” winners:
Grand Prize Winner: Natasja Schumann (Photographer: Natasja Schumann)

Runner Up: Amira Footman (Photographer: Amira Footman)

3 Honorable Mentions are (not in particular order):
Beyonce Kuhn (Photographer: Alana Dagger)

Bell Decosta (Photographer: Bell Decosta)

Amerique Silverspar (Photographer: Amerique Silverspar)

Congratulations to all winners!!!
Author: sarahjane Bookmite
One Cause – Seven Designers
Please join us on April 26th for the latest Maseno Project fashion show!

Maseno - April 26
Chloe: NEW RELEASE RED WINDS II WITH COLOR CHANGE

Red Winds II: Classic Example

Red Winds II: Funky Example 1

Red Winds II: Funky Example 2
Drape yourself in luxury and glamour with Red Winds II Color Change.
This necklace and earrings set can compliment anyone.. Go for a bold and daring look. Or the simple classic!
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elf%20Fala%20Lands/186/174/38
Metal is available in three colors: Gold, Silver, and Onyx.
And of course the diamonds are set up to color change with 150 colors to choose from in both Primary and Secondary!
DEMO AVAILABLE!
**DON’T FORGET OUR PRIOR RELEASES FROM MARCH!**
Released March 9th!

Noel Pearls: Classic Example

Noel Pearls: Funky Example
The Noel Pearl set is simply elegant..use it to dress up any event!
OR!
Switch it up and changed the color of the pearls AND diamonds to make a casual outfit pop!
And of course, the Noel Pearl Set is both color changing, with our unique color changing pod you can select over 150 primary AND secondary colors! This necklace can be matched with any outfit time and again by a click of a few buttons!
AND

1879 Necklace and Earrings
The newest release by Phoenix Rising is edo’s Ohjoh.
Okay people Ashoka had done it yet again, no surprise. This fabulous outfit had two different skirt attachments for your own personal taste. It is sure to turn heads when you walk into a room. Available in multiple colors to fit your style come get yours today.

Come visit our main store today get this fabulous dress!
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elf%20Fala%20Lands/123/188/38
Available @ Phoenix Rising now!
Take a look at all the goodness available from Phoenix Rising in this amazing artwork brought to you by Amira Footman!

Purity Breaking

Taste


Frilled
You can get them now at Phoenix Rising http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elf%20Fala%20Lands/147/141/38!