Bring on the ROUGE

This is going to be the bestest, bestest day EVAR.

Today, at 2PM SLT, history will be made in Second Life as the Rouge sim, owned by my beloved CodeBastard Redgrave, makes its debut. In what promises to be the party of all parties, the jam fest begins with DJ Azufr3 Catteneo spinning the beats, followed by several other prominent SL DJs, to include Nexeus Fatale, Amanda Shinji, and Nephie Eerie.

The sim is a work of art in itself, lovingly crafted by incredible creator, Eshi Otawara. As someone who has seen the sim, up close and personal, I can honestly say that the pictures do not do it justice. So don’t forget to drop by when the party starts hoppin’!

Rouge Walk and Code Red Lounge (Direct SLURL)

Rouge Boutique (Direct SLURL)

More details from the press release:

ROUGE – Saturday, July 5, 2008, marks the highly-anticipated unveiling of CodeBastard Redgrave’s new sim, simply named, Rouge.

Redgrave is the creator of the infamous Boudoir Rouge portrait series, developer of the MachinimaCam and Dramavatar fashion line, and owner of the Code Red Lounge and Gallery.

The aesthetic design of Rouge was conceptualized by Redgrave and legendary builder, Eshi Otawara.  From that point, Otawara used her skills as a builder, designer and artist to create a multi-purpose destination that will serve as the new home of the Boudoir Rouge Gallery Walk, Code Red lounge and Rouge Boutique.

Just over 2500 prims were used to create the basic structure, artwork and furnishings.  Otawara’s judicious use of mega-prims and unique textures has created a locale never before seen in Second Life.  The land is formed in the shape of a female silhouette outfitted with artistic touches signature to Rouge’s proprietress.  Visitors to the sim will instantly recognize Redgrave’s signature color, and the sim’s namesake, as well as her ever-present red stilettos.  A black and red feather boa serves as the roof of the Gallery Walk and a shock of wavy hair provides cover for the Code Red Lounge.

The Rouge Boutique is housed inside a dance pole shackled at the feet of the silhouette.  The boutique will offer selections of Redgrave’s own creations, as well as, offerings from some of the grid’s most notable designers.  All items available for purchase in the Rouge Boutique will feature the color red in keeping with the sim’s theme.  Designers who have already signed on to have their designs featured in the Rouge Boutique include, among others: Casa del Shai (Shai Delacroix), Juicy, Tesla, and Bluebell Productions.

Additionally, Rouge will be available for use by individuals and organizations wishing to host parties, fashion shows and other events in a unique and beautiful setting.

Rouge will open, officially, with a Grand Opening party that will begin at 2:00 pm SLT on Saturday, July 5, 2008.  Events are planned throughout the day and night so that the festivities can be attended by friends from around the globe.  Hostesses for the evening will be the luminous duo of Queen Coronet and LadyArwen Demina. The DJ line up includes some of Second Life’s most sought after mix masters:

• 2PM-3PM – DJ Azufr3
• 3PM-5PM – Digital Francis
• 5PM-7PM – Nexeus Fatale
• 7PM-9PM – Amanda Shinji
• 9PM-11PM – Init Hubble
• 11PM-1AM – Eris Alexander
• 1AM-3AM – To be determined
• 3AM-5AM – To be determined
• 5AM-7AM – Nephie Eerie – Stella Errans

Several of Second Life’s most prominent designers have signed on as sponsors of the epic Grand Opening event and will offer special gifts to invitees. The sponsors list includes:

• Tesla
• Casa del Shai
• Juicy
• Bluebell Productions
• Simply Silks
• Callie Cline
• Alexx Markova

Due to the expected high demand, access MAY be limited to Code Red group members. IM CodeBastard Redgrave for a group invitation and come join the fun.

This document is also available via googledocs, contact Gabby Panacek for information.

Be there, or be square, kids!!! Hope to see you at the PARTY!!! (click for larger pictures below!)