darkfaery subculture magazine @ TrickConTreat

Hey all! Well, you guys, it’s not too soon to be thinking about what you plan
to do for Halloween in 2008, or rather what you plan to do for the first weekend
in October! We are very pleased to tell you about TrickConTreat.

TrickConTreat is a fan-run convention right here in Oklahoma City dedicated to
Halloween culture and this year they are proud to be hosting Oklahoma’s first
Hearse and Horror-rod Show! Come see the creepiest cars from across the region.
Activities will include fun and games for the kids, hands-on makeup and
costuming workshops, an art show and auction, unique vendors and exhibitors,
ghost-hunting info from local paranormal investigators, a charity auction to
benefit
http://www.thebellafoundation.org/

  The Bella Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization based in
Oklahoma City created to assist low-income, elderly or terminally ill pet owners
with the cost of veterinary care when it cannot be afforded. They need your
support!

  If Halloween and horror is your thing it’s not too late to get on the
guest list! In keeping with the Halloween spirit, all entrants should be
Halloween, Horror, Costume, gothic, dark fantasy, or similar subject matter
whether you are an artist, model, writer, filmmaker, or cosplayer it would be
great to see you there! From T-shirts to comics, costumes to artwork,
TrickConTreat is bringing you a collection of exhibitors you won’t find anywhere
else.
  I’m sure you are wondering what Darkfaery Subculture Magazine has planned
for TrickConTreat and let me just tell you it will be delicious as usual! Great
costumed fun and scary guests!
  Remember, TrickConTreat Weekend memberships are $30. One-day memberships
will be available at Registration for $15 each day.
  Pre-registered members are guaranteed a program book. Weekend members
paying at the convention will receive a program book while supplies last.
  This will be at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Oklahoma City North
located just off Highway I-235 (Broadway Extension) and minutes from I-44, I-40
and I-35. The Oklahoma City Holiday Inn hotel is sited just 5 miles North of
Downtown Oklahoma City and Bricktown.

You do not have to live in Oklahoma to take part in this awesome event. You just have to love Halloween!

So check out
TrickConTreat
http://trickcontreat.com/

and do keep an eye on Darkfaery Subculture Magazine for more info!

 

Making Gothic and Punk Cute - Apply Pop Culture Style to Babies & Children

Making Gothic and Punk Cute - Apply Pop Culture Style to Babies & Children
By Sarah Freeland

Many of the current parents of newborns and toddlers are the pop culture generation children all grown up. These individuals were raised in a world of punk rock bands, wild music, and alternative styles. Yet even with the generational gap that exists between today’s parents and yesterdays, the style in children’s clothing has remained the same. For the most part, this is due to the fact that parents are afraid of changing the style at the risk of being called a “bad parent.” How can today’s’ parents express their own style in their children’s manner of dressing?

It’s quite simple really. All you have to do is make the unacceptable, acceptable. Take the edge off. Mix the styles of yesterday and today and create an original and universal new style. Of course, we aren’t referring to dressing a child in one article of clothing from yesteryear and one from current styles. It’s actually far simpler than that. All you have to do is to make Gothic and Punk styles cute.

Start with the two biggest icons of both generations. The pop culture punk main icon was a skull. The icon of your parent’s generation was a heart. Now, mix the two by creating a skull with hearts for eyes. Voila, instant cross-generational style. Even your grandparents will have to admit that this is cute.

Another popular style of your generation is black t-shirts. Your parent’s generation was cute logos. Again, mix the two. For example, take a black toddler t-shirt and put the slogan, “Mommy has got my back,” on it. How much cuter can you get than that? Creating the new style of inter-generational clothing is easier than most think. Some companies have already instituted this new style of baby clothes and can be found with a simple Internet search.

Shopping for baby apparel & kids clothing? The baby clothing industry today is vast and caters to every taste. Add style to your baby with a designer t-shirt, a hat with a catchy phrase or a unique diaper bag. We carry black baby onesies, rock n roll children’s t-shirts & punk baby clothing.

Soul Calibur IV

Soul Calibur IV
By Sharudin Rahmat

This latest installment in the Soul Calibur series will be released July 29, 2008. One of the first surprises is a guest character, Darth Vader of Star Wars fame. It also has a limited edition guide. Soul Calibur IV continues the ongoing struggle of good vs. evil being pitted against its anti-thesis, Soul Edge the cursed sword.

Expanded customization options allow you to give your character a more personalized look and feel in addition to unique skills and abilities. You can customized your characters and original favorites online as well. Another surprise in store for Soul Calibur fans: Yoda, another favorite from Star Wars will be challenging Soul Calibur warriors for the fate and future of the both the Soul Calibur sword and Soul Edge sword.

There are multiple game-play modes including:

1) Story

2) Arcade

3) Tower of Reminiscence

4) Training Practice

5) Character Creation

6) Museum View

In Soul Calibur IV we finally discover the origins of the Soul Calibur saga, and the motivation behind their possession: vengeance, honor and salvation. With its spectacular graphics and stunning visual affects, whether you are a Playstation 3 fan or Xbox, this game is an absolute must have.

It is important to note some of the following tips: Darth Vader will be a guest character on PS3 and Jedi Master Yoda on Xbox 360. The Apprentice is a key character in the upcoming Star Wars: The Force Unleashed and is a playable character on Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 versions of Soul Calibur IV. In the Tower of Lost Souls, the player will fight in special battles to gain rewards. Choosing your character’s clothing will not just affect their abilities in battle but also their appearance. Active Matching Battle (AMB) is a unique factor as it allows a character to fight multiple battles simultaneously under different circumstances. Under the new Critical Finish system there will be a Soul Gauge underneath the Health Meter. It fills up when you are on the attack and decreases when you are on guard. When that meter empties your enemy can strike you and break off part of your armor, altering your appearance and weakening you for the rest of the match. If you empty out your opponent’s Soul Gauge again, you have an opportunity to perform a Critical Finish move and kill the opponent instantly by pressing all four face buttons at the same time. I don’t know about you but I cannot wait until July 29th!

Not to be missed! Pre-order Soul Calibur IV now!

Sharudin Rahmat is webmaster for online video games store. Feel free to stop
by and check out the latest games and accessories.

On Final Fantasy VII - Crisis Core

On Final Fantasy VII - Crisis Core
By Nicholas Prieve

If you’re thinking about buying or downloading crisis core, spend no more time on the matter because it is worth it.

I have always been a fan of the series however I have learned to hold back my joy until I have my dirty little hands on the game and know it is a winner. While Square-Enix has released a host of terrific games, there have been some that are less than stellar to be sure.

Action:The game is certainly long enough, however it is an action RPG, so if that turns you off, it may not be the right game. The battle system was actually lacking a bit. Most of the first half of the adventure is hack and slash and the second half involved staying alive long enough to cast the powerhouse spells, pray for the right limit breaks, and fuse materia until your eyes are bleeding.

Story: Final fantasy storylines usually are fairly amazing. This one is no exception. Probobly the best feature of the game, the story got into the heavy issues of notions of god, man vs. machine, genetic modification, jealously, anger and all of the other subjects that make a person keep reading. This is bar none the best aspect of the game because it fills in many of the blanks left by the notorious Final Fantasy 7. This is enough reason alone to buy the game.

Graphics: Terrific. Enough said. I was blown away and for the first time, really saw the power of the PSP engine. You are treated to stunning summoning visuals, great in-game cutscenes and a very decorated enviornment to play in. There is a good deal of eye candy to be seen here.

Replay value: High. New game plus allows the player to go back and pick up all the goodies they missed out on. Without a strategy guide, it would be pretty easy to miss a good portion of the game and there are enough secrets to unlock that it gives the player plenty of value.

Overall, the game was very good. I give it an 8.5/10. It would be higher but for the somewhat boring and random combat system.

My background is in P & C insurance, sales, and marketing. I also work with invesments and bank products. I have worked in sales and marketing in various capacities for over six years. Much of the work has included heading PR and marketing campaigns and creating formulas for lead generation.
I can write a large number of subjects.

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Bakugan Set to Be a Hit in the UK

Bakugan Set to Be a Hit in the UK
By Thomas Baugh

A new craze has swept across the whole of America and Canada from Japan and that is the hit anime show, Bakugan Battle Brawlers. Now the show is set to make a splash in the UK at the end of 2008, but will it reach dizzy heights over this side of the Atlantic?

All the answers seem to point to yes. After all, Bakugan is actually a tried and tested concept. It revolves around a game where small spheres are thrown and large creatures magically appear out of them. Sound familiar? It should do. A similar show known as Pokemon was a worldwide phenomenon amongst children only a few years back and now Bakugan is aiming to take the idea to the next level.

Running alongside the TV show is a toy/game that also carries the Bakugan name. Children can collect Bakugan cards and spheres and battle it out against each other. The cards hold a magnetic strip and the spheres can only be opened when they’re thrown down on the cards. This genius idea ties the game to the show very well and has proved staggeringly popular in the States.

You only have to see that Sega are part of the Bakugan team to know that this is a brand that means business. There are another four big names from the world of television and toys that are collaborating to ensure Bakugan is nothing less than a global success and so far, the plan seems to be working.

The target demographic for both the Bakugan toys and TV series is boys around the ages of 6-11 and this has proved accurate thus far in the marketing process.

The latest development is that Bakugan will now be screened in the UK but only (so far anyway) on the Cartoon Network, which isn’t a terrestrial channel. The question is, can Bakugan reign supreme if it doesn’t have a home on mainstream UK TV?

One thing is for certain though, if Bakugan does take off in the UK, then we will already know what the must-have toys will be come Christmas. So just remember, you heard it here first!

There’s more information on Bakugan at Bakugan UK.

Understand the Trend of Cosplay Costume in International Market

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Understand the Trend of Cosplay Costume in International Market
By Dave Page

Cosplay costumes are of Japan origin. These costumes are also designed by some of the international counties like USA, UK AND CANADA. These designs are entirely different in appearance and culture of japan. Some of the Cosplay models which are popular in these countries are star trek, science fiction characters like aliens, start wars etc. most of the popular costumes which are popular in Japan like Nazi are not of much use in international market.

Though the origin of Cosplay costumes began from Japan, the trend has become popular in western countries. With the introduction of Anime characters Cosplay has spread wide deep into the western culture.

There is one issue which is vital while designing anime and manga characters. These characters do not have bodily proportions which can be easily mimicked by Cosplayers. That is they don’t have incredibily long legs, muscles of high power etc. these is one of the important elements that has to be considred by most of the cos players.

In Mexico Cosplay is commonly seen in conventions like videogames and science fiction. Cosplayers organize their own re unions in order to make the themes free and also to take the pictures together. Cosplay is competitive in Mexico it is at a healthy level, because of well establishes representatives.

In Australia the costumres are selected from sources other than manga and anime. The costumes are mainly selected from American popular video games, fictions fantasy movies, tv shows, novels etc. The source of their interest is from an area which provides good graphic inspiration of a character and which gives importance to its costume.

In Australia Cosplay is seen in major popular cities and major regional centers. In Australia the display of costumes is not limited to conventions, but most of the small social grouping exist who conduct local events for Cosplayers.

In france Cosplay is a wide spread activity and uses most of the anime and manga conventions. Most of the Cosplayers here choose only manga and anime as ideal for their work. Most of the people like dressing of animations famous singers and TV shows. Un like Japan, French costumes are hand made costumes. They are used only on few occasions. French Cosplayers mainly focus on Cosplay contests. These contests are carried out on various conventions like manga, fantasy role playing and science fiction. Here buying or re using of Cosplay costumes is said to be an unfair act.

In Belgium Cosplay costumes have a wide use they use different dressed anime series.

Now Cosplay is entering into Philippines where Cosplay events are held in anime, manga gaming and scientific fiction.

With the evolving role of Cosplay costumes most of the anime characters of Japan are increasing their role all over the world. With high demand and efficient design strategies Cosplay costumes are serving the needs of many people all over the world.

There are many idols of Cosplay which grabbed more attention. All animated movies and graphical movies have gained much popularity in market through Cosplay costumes.

What Is Cosplay?

What Is Cosplay?
By Henry Hsieh

There’s no denying that anime characters are incredibly cute, beautiful, and handsome. Disproportional their facial features and body builds may be, they’re still magnificently good looking. In fact, it’s probably these imperfections that turn them into such good looking things. There are even times when they’re even more perfected than people both in their physique and face. And because of this, they often become objects of our adoration. And since imitation is the best form of flattery, there are people who just love to imitate anime characters… even going so far as to dress up as one. Dressing up as an anime character is what we call cosplaying.

However, you can’t just cosplay any time you want because people would think you were crazy. There’s a time and place for everything and for cosplaying; in the US it’s usually done during an anime convention while in Japan there are pockets of people that does them regularly in various cities or special cosplay cafes.

The Costumes

As you probably noticed, anime characters are usually clothed with very weird outfits. They sometimes wear clothes that are virtually impossible to be made in real life; after all, they can afford this since they’re simply ink on paper. This poses as a primary challenge for all cosplayers. But somehow, people are resourceful and they can always manage. Even the most complex of costumes can be duplicated by the means of some cardboard and some fabrics. Some cosplayers are so good that they’ve even managed to dress up as a real human robot from ‘transformers’ and is able to transform from a robot to a car. That must have taken a lot of time, effort, and brains.

Some of the more popular subjects for cosplay are the Naruto as well as the Naruto Shippuden characters. In every cosplay convention, there will always be people dressing up as the Naruto characters, even the minor ones. There’s an especially large number of Akatsuki Cosplayers because those black cloaks with red clouds are incredibly easy to make and to wear.

The Look

The costumes are a breeze as compared to emulating an anime character’s look. You’re lucky if the one you’re cospaying as looks like a normal human being. But try copying those anime characters that have out of this world hair and inhuman skin! Just imagine trying to cosplay as Freeza or Cell from Dragon Ball Z! The anime look is incredibly hard to pull off.

And to top it all off, you need to be relatively good looking yourself if you don’t want to be a laughing stock. It also helps if you’re of Asian descent because Asians are naturally better at cosplaying anime characters, even those anime characters who are supposed to be European.

The Attitude

Emulating a characters attitude is a huge plus when you’re in an anime convention. It adds to the overall feel if you’ve adopt the attitude of the character you’re cosplaying as well. Imagine cosplaying as Sasuke and acting like Naruto! That would be totally inappropriate. Just never take the assimilation of the character’s attitude too far or else you might just end up scaring people.

During cosplays, those who are able to emulate a character as accurate as possible are usually lauded with awards and praises. And there are several people who go to cosplays just to have their picture taken with other cosplayers, surprisingly? To the most of us yes it is, but then that’s the world of cosplaying.

Henry Hsieh has multiple interests and he enjoys talking about them. As a fan of anime, he likes to watch Naruto, discuss them in Naruto Forums, and listen to Naruto MP3 at tailedfox.com the best Naruto site with the newest Naruto Episodes of Naruto Shippuden out first.

Corset Designers

Corset Designers
By Jennifer Bailey

A corset is a closefitting garment that gives the wearer an alluring hourglass shape. It flatters the figure by accentuating the curves. Corsets are usually made with steel boning to create an hourglass fit. During the earlier days, corsets were made with whalebone to provide the strength and flexibility to the garments. Today, the popularity of corsets and the changing fashions have brought in an array of designs and improvisations. One can buy corsets in a wide range of fabrics such as satin, silk, velvet, brocade and leather.

Many fashion designers have included corsets in their repertoire. Corset designers design corsets in many styles choosing from a variety of materials and colors. They source their fabrics from quality suppliers and create beautiful and elegant corsets. Corset designers continue to make corsets that give women the look of an hourglass figure together with the back support that a traditional corset gives. Corsets, especially leather corsets have become very popular. Corset designers design beautiful authentic leather corsets that give women an exotic look and allure.

Designers construct corsets using flexible materials and stiffen it with boning. Boning also known as ribs or stays is inserted into channels in the fabric. Nowadays, steel and plastic are commonly used for boning corsets. Designers use steel for creating high quality corsets. They also use ivory, wood and cane for boning.

Corset designers specialize in a wide array of sophisticated, fine looking corsets including traditional and modern corsetry. Designers also make custom designed corsets that are used as prom dresses, wedding gowns, ballroom dresses, and party wear and for other special occasions. Corset designers have given corsets new dimensions. Designers create innovative corsets recreating and translating the traditional Victorian original into casual daywear garments. Today corsets can be worn over a garment or pulled over like a jumper. Designers create the shape of the corset in suits, dresses and shirts too.

Whatever evolution the corset might undergo, they will continue to hold women’s fascination and inspire the designers of tomorrow.

A Guide To Plus Size Corsets

A Guide To Plus Size Corsets
By Kim Beckers

The world of lingerie for the plus size woman is exploding these days. In fact, thanks to the Internet there are more options available to you than ever before, both in styles, fabrics and colors. In this article, we’ll talk about a specific type of lingerie — plus corsets. I will review with you several different plus corsets.

Tatiana Plus Size Corset 169 — this corset has a front zipper closure, and also a back that can be laced up, for tight cinching. In addition, there is an inner cincher band connected, which can help create a slimmer looking waistline. For the cups, they come with removable pads, and are underwired.

Made from satin, this prevents the give and stress that typical lingerie corsets have. Finally, there are adjustable, detachable shoulder straps and garters that come included with the Tatiana Plus Corsets. This particular style comes in both black and white, from a size as small as 36B up to 48DD.

Patent Leather Plus Corset — this plus corset has a beautiful pink leather color to it, and comes equipped with hook and eye front openings, a lace up back, a sexy plus g string and boning. Also, the sizes range from 1x to 3x. There are also additional options in the style of corsets, and at other available colors such as black with red laces and black with pink laces.

Patent Leather Plus Bridal Corset — made by Allure Leather, this plus corset comes with a veil, g string, and detachable garters. Lace is run up the front and back of this bridal corset, and comes in sizes 1x up to 3x.

When looking for plus sized corsets, look for something that will flatter your curves, and give them a beautiful and seductive shape. In addition to buying something that looks sexy, aim to find something that is also comfortable. If you’re purchasing online, look for some reviews of the different corsets that you’re interested in, to get a perspective on how comfortable they fit.

Corsets do not have to be worn just for intimate occasions. They can be worn every day under normal clothing, to help further define your figure. In fact, many women will wear them as outer garments in environments such as nightclubs.

In conclusion, I have given you some reviews of some of the more popular plus size corsets that can be purchased on the Internet.

Check out My Plus Lingerie for all your Plus Size Corset needs.

Choosing Between The Corset And The Bustier

Choosing Between The Corset And The Bustier
By Jessica Katz

Everybody likes to try new things in terms of fashion from accessories to clothes and even lingerie. If we wear some accessories just because they are trendy, some of the lingerie items are used to improve one’s cleavage, to make one look slimmer, and even to make one appear she has a longer body. Women love to look sexy through their mini dresses and their lingerie. If one does not usually show her panties or bras, there are a few items in the lingerie category that can be considered tops. These pieces of lingerie are the corset and the bustier.

The both come in different sizes and different colors and designs. Some of them come in sets that have matching panties or briefs. Unfortunately a lot of people think the two items are the same and thus fulfill the same functions. In reality the corset is different from the bustier and vice versa. The corset is a piece of lingerie that wraps the body from the breasts to the hips. Thus the effect of the corset is to make you look thinner. The bustier is a piece of lingerie that draws attention to one’s breasts and it is not longer than the waist.

While designers, models and famous actresses made both of them successful items especially for the evening attires, the problem that arises now is which one to use and when. Both of them are intended to make one look sexy and top designers create different shapes and make the corset and the bustier from a variety of materials and can use a zipper or a lace to make sure they are close to the body. If the bustier is meant to draw attention to one’s cleavage and is usually made from lighter materials, the corset is meant to give support to the body and hide a size.

The original corset used a lace for closing. The lace is easier to tighten and can adjust the corset perfectly. The lace should not be too loose so that the corset stays in place, but it also should not be too tight since it might cause breathing problems or even worse broken bones. However if worn correctly the corset can be a comfortable and sexy piece of lingerie that makes your hips and cleavage sexier and your waist smaller. A lot of times the corset is used in the design of the wedding dresses thus helping achieve the princess look, but it can also be successfully used in evening outfits when one wants to look ravishing. Whatever the case a corset should not be worn for the first time at the event because when you wear one the breathing changes and the corset itself needs time to mold to your body.

Corsets create wonderful curves when correctly fitted. The key to a good fit is measuring yourself accurately. This is best accomplished by measuring yourself in front of a mirror. With your bra on, measure your full bust, under bust and waist. A corset is designed to fit a proportionate figure, which most manufacturers assume is a waist 8 inches smaller than the under bust. Another important piece of information is that corsets are not intended to be laced fully closed in the back. If your waist is a bit fuller, you will need to adjust the size of the corset up a bit. Also, if your bra cup size is DD or more, you will need to adjust the size of the corset up one size. For example, your full bust is 40 inches, your under bust is 37 and your waist is 32 inches. The correct size is 36 or 38. The size 36 will leave about 4 inches of flesh peeking through the back laces; the size 38 will leave about 2 inches. In this case, the 36 is more desirable for most ladies.

Jessica Katz has been selling sexy lingerie for years, and owns Lingerie Exposure. She does extensive product research for lingerie items that are most in demand and negotiates price so you can get the styles you want at the prices you’ll love. Want to see these wonderful deals?
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