AC: LOL.
is just a heaven for that.
TR: Not even on purpose but I don’t know. I can do leggings at the most haha. But my style is so mixed. I think that’s the great thing about your 20’s though, you know, still finding out who you are. One day I’ll decide.
AC: Do you have any plans we can look forward to from Republic Fashions?
AC: So when you set out to design, what inspires you? TR: Oh my, it changes so much. When I did my first designs, I was heavily influenced by Jannifer Modo, and other high fashion designers. I think I’ll do more of that for sure, but right now I’m really feeling the ultra-girly vintage vibe. My personal style, in RL and SL, is very eclectic. One of the challenges I know I’ll face soon is trying to keep Republic’s brand identity, while still making designs that are from all genres of fashion. I know that my coming collections are going to be very well rounded. AC: What does fashion mean to you? TR: Well, in RL, I make my living in retail. So I see the less glamorous side of fashion. You know, I hear a lot of people say that fashion is art, and it is... it so is. But I think that the real world has gotten away from that. But in SL, there are not any of those limitations that retail stores have. I can have haute couture, something I may never be able to afford in RL. I can experience that particular design the way it was meant to be experienced. I think in that case it doesn’t become a work of art, when it isn’t bound by costs of materials, etc... I think that’s when creativity truly takes wing. And SL
TR: I have a lot of big plans for Republic. I’m putting the finishing touches on my new line of skins. I’m very excited for it to launch, it’s called Quinn, and she looks great. I’ve also begun work on a men’s shoe line, and even begun to scribble some dresses. So the possibilities are endless at this point. AC: Do you have any words of advice for designers and future designers? TR: Well you know honestly I’m very new to this, but I will say this to those who aren’t designing but wish to. Go for it! You NEVER know unless you try. And if you put in the work, and stick with it, then even if you never make a sale, who cares? You accomplished something special. A shopping addict turn designer, Teresa Republic is making her name known throughout Second Life and the fashion world. She has been creating a line of fashion designs to not only make SL residents look good but bring out their own personality in creative style in the process. Her flair for styling and knowledge of what looks well has helped her create pieces in her store that shoppers will just adore. Constantly feeling inspired, Teresa keeps coming up with new things for her store REPVBLiC that I cannot wait to see. You can check out Teresa’s blog (teresarepublic.blogspot.com) to see her different fashion styles and for more information about her store. A