Fashion Affairs - [Modern | Drama| Delicious Plots | LGBTQA+] [See last post]

[Nico]

Important Disclaimer & what we are all about

First things first:

Since there has been one or the other misinterpretion in the past:
No, this is not a group about models. Yes, they certainly are a part of the business like many other professions, but not the main focus. That would be a bit one-sided and quite restrictive.

Also - knowledge of the fashion business is not a requirement to join us. By all means, nobody of us is an expert. Improvisation is half the fun, sometimes.


Essentially, the group is about people in the Fashion Industry. Their lives, struggles, affairs and their work. That's all, you say? You would be surprised what all can happen. This industry is a playground for jealousy and resentments, everyone wants to be the number one, everyone wants to be better than everyone else. When people from all over the world get together, things can get heated up in the blink of an eye. Blame that on different outlooks, philosophies, ethnic backgrounds, the desire to be better than everyone else. You name it.

It is very difficult to pin it all down, though. There are so many different stories and plots going on by now. Characters spin their own tales, make friends and enemies alike, always fighting for a spot in the spotlight - while trying to keep their personal affairs away from the all too prying, merciless eyes and everpresent camera lenses of the gossip magazines and blogs.

It certainly can be a shark pond, this business. Only the strong survive!

The question is -  Will you dare to step into a world where beauty, vanity, glamour, fame and money meets vicious attitudes, hectic, stress, jetlag and the constant, merciless pressure and high demand?

After one year of awesome, fashionable craziness it is about time for a new, updated thread!

"Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." ― Coco Chanel

-click here for all the important information [Group Rules, Beginners Guide, etc.] -

Or maybe a peek at the gallery?

.. and here are some quick and dirty basics

GMs:

MaverickKane (with limited internet access and a crazy busy RL until further notice),  Nicholas & CShades
- though, our writers really are their own GMs, in the end. We really expect our writers to come up with their own ideas. We just make sure things run smoothly and we are here, if there is a problem or someone has new suggestions and/or ideas. Those are always welcome!

Is there an overarching plot?

Yes. There will always be one thing everyone can participate in. Aside from that - the sky (and common sense) is the limit! Our writers are more than willing and welcome to create their own little storylines and side-plots! This is exactly what makes a world alive and vivid!

Possible locations:

New York City - Paris - Rome - Berlin - London - Milan - St. Tropez  - Barcelona

Each location is possible. The fashion industry is a global business, after all and we wouldn't want to nail it down to just one city.

Right now - everything happens in Paris!

Setting:

Freeform/Sandbox. Modern contemporary (no magic, monsters, superpowers, aliens, etc.). Common sense is all it takes.

Current date:

January 2015

Is there a posting requirement?

Yes and no. See, we want to keep things moving and interesting and this requires participation and active writers. We do not demand a post per day, mind you. We just want to keep things flowing for everyone. Real Life always comes first, no matter what!

Characters:

Humans only, please. Characters must at least be 18 years of age. All genders/sexuality's/gender identities/ethnicity's are welcome.

Multiple characters (and/or NPCs) are allowed and encouraged (as long as you can keep up with them, of course.) You can create as many characters and/or NPCs as you need/want.

Why the NC Board?

Because it leaves a lot of wiggle room for a lot of directions without restraining our writers. Nothing is a must, of course. We encourage story, not porn. No NC action will be taken without writer consent, of course.

"You can never be overdressed or overeducated." ― Oscar Wilde

• Over one year of drama-free, friendly and engaging environment.
• A very fluid, open setting which allows for new characters to join at all times.
• Good communication between our writers
• IC Drama, intrigue, a multitude of relationships among the characters.
• Awesome stories and plots, a ton of fun and laughter.
• A diverse and well balanced cast of characters.
• The possibility to create your very own storylines and plots within an established setting.

• We are generally looking for levelheaded, grounded and mature writers. Out-of-character drama is a no-go in our group. We do not want it, we do not need it. There is a strict separation between In-character and Out-of-character and this will not change. During the past year, we maintained a comfortable, friendly and open atmosphere without any drama.
• A decent grasp of capitalization, punctuation and grammar. There is a spell checker for a reason. We do not expect perfection, but we expect proper effort.
• Writers that enjoy character development, good plots and stories over smut-oriented themes. Fashion Affairs is not a group orgy and not a 'dating game'. Notwithstanding, humans have needs/desires/passions/etc. but this shouldn't be an excuse for writing nothing but smut. It tends to get boring and pretty shallow if everything centers around the sexual aspect. There are so many other adult themes to explore.
• Beautiful and creative minds.
• Writers that are capable of writing posts with substance. One-liners are a no-go.
• We welcome writers of all genders/identities/preferences [Lords, Ladies and Lieges]. Cross-gender writing is quite common within the group. If this is something you do not like, please do not join us.
• You have to be capable of communicating your ideas. Sitting around and relying on others isn't going to work. Proper communication goes a long way, and it is a key factor of why our group works as well as it does.

• Plots that center around smut. We do not want to write a porn script here. Instead, we want to write compelling, interesting stories, watch the characters grow, develop relationships, make enemies and friends, etc. This worked exceptionally well thus far, because there is so much more to explore than 'just' the sexual aspect of a character. That alone would be a bit shallow. We will not write one sex scene after the other. There is a point where it turns into nothing but porn and very repetitive. If anything, erotica should happen in the natural flow of a story and not because it was plotted that way.
• Passive writing partners. Collaborative storytelling requires plotting and solid communication.
• We try to avoid preformed romantic relationships, creating a character for someone elses character for romantic/smutty purposes or those 'love interest' things. Of course, in that line of work it is more than a little likely that people often know one another - but we really try to avoid this 'romance coupling up' before writing. It's quite restrictive and it leaves little room for development and storytelling. Characters can be related in many different ways, it doesn't narrow down to romance. Writing someones enemy can be as rewarding, if not moreso.
• Each character getting along with everyone else. That's unrealistic and not very interesting to begin with. Conflict is the salt in the soup! Rivalry, loathing, jealousy and resentments are such great plot tools! How does the saying go? 'Familiarity breeds contempt.'
• We only can repeat it - There is no place for OOC drama, immature and confrontational attitudes, arguments or ego trips in our group. We want to have a good time writing, that's that. We will not hesitate to remove someone who tries to stir up drama or brings turmoil to the group. We're not some highschool clique or a popularity contest. Please be mature and considerate towards your fellow writers and you will be rewarded with a comfortable environment. What goes around, comes around.
• Rapid post pace. We all have a RL to maintain, families, partners, jobs, etc. We believe that writing should be a hobby and something pleasant and not a chore. If you expect ten posts per day, we're probably not for you. Good things come to those who wait.

"Fashions fade. Style is eternal."  ― Yves Saint Laurent

Everything that fits into the general theme of the group is possible. The Fashion Industry is such a wide field and there are a multitude of professions/concepts to work from. Not to mention - people often come from all over the world, with different backgrounds and stories.

The gender/sex/orientation of a character is not half as important as that they fit in.

Right now, we only do not accept new model characters & designers because there are enough already. We aim for a diverse crowd and too many characters of the same kind tend to make things just a little bit stale and one-dimensional. Everything else is up for grabs. May it be a Fashion House Representative, a Journalist for one or the other Fashion Magazine, a Paparazzo or maybe a Stylist or a Blogger? Personal assistants is another option.  It's entirely up to you to create a compelling character that's fun to write! We have but a few character creation rules (see here) and they are, basically, all about common sense.

We would suggest you read through our Lineup Thread [aka. Character Sheets] to get a feel for what is already there and maybe it will help you finding an own concept. Having connections is a marvellous thing and it opens the door for jumping in right away! We try to integrate each new character and thus far it has worked splendidly. It is a quite fluid and dynamic setting, people come and go, from all over the globe. Thus, having new characters show up is easy as can be!

A little hint: Try to avoid 'making' a character for someone else. Be inventive, unique and individual. Things will all fall into place eventually. It's the way there that's often most intriguing.

Suggestions for character concepts

Mind you, this list is far from complete. Just a handful of suggestions! :-)

• Fashion House Representatives
• Stylists - Clothes/hair/Makeup
• Model managers/agents
• Journalists, Bloggers
• Fashion Merchandiser
• Set Designer
• Personal Assistants

Because it suits us so well

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pco91kroVgQ

You have questions or ideas you would like to discuss? Awesome! Just post them in this thread! :-)

[SmuttyReader]

I didn't read anything yet, because I just wanted to tell you how long I had my eyes on the roleplay (I even have the other thread on bookmark, patiently waiting until you accepted new characters). I am so excited will have a character sheet up, soon.

[Nico]

I didn't read anything yet, because I just wanted to tell you how long I had my eyes on the roleplay (I even have the other thread on bookmark, patiently waiting until you accepted new characters). I am so excited will have a character sheet up, soon.

Hello! :-)

Yes, the old thread was getting a bit outdated. Take your time and read over all the things. Yes, it is a lot of information but it is worth it! If there's questions, by all means, let us know!

[Beguile's Mistress]

I'd really like to give this a try again if you would let me.

I have an idea for a character, a young woman who is a very talented make up artist and hair stylist.  She's had dreams of being a model since she was a little girl and got to meet some fashion models who visited her grandmother's salon.  But she's a nerdy girl who doesn't see a model when she looks in the mirror.  She's realistic and sadly knows modeling isn't meant for her.  Her profession lets her be a part of the modeling and fashion scene and she's been working her way up to becoming better known in the industry.

Should someone think this character could be part of their scenes or be someone they could work with I'd be happy to hear from them.  Then I can work up a character sheet. 

I don't want to waste anyone's time if she isn't workable for you.

[Bloodied Porcelain]

*ponders*  ::)

[Nico]

I'd really like to give this a try again if you would let me.

I have an idea for a character, a young woman who is a very talented make up artist and hair stylist.  She's had dreams of being a model since she was a little girl and got to meet some fashion models who visited her grandmother's salon.  But she's a nerdy girl who doesn't see a model when she looks in the mirror.  She's realistic and sadly knows modeling isn't meant for her.  Her profession lets her be a part of the modeling and fashion scene and she's been working her way up to becoming better known in the industry.

Should someone think this character could be part of their scenes or be someone they could work with I'd be happy to hear from them.  Then I can work up a character sheet. 

I don't want to waste anyone's time if she isn't workable for you.

Why hello! You know what I told you that you always could come back if your time allows and you can keep up without getting stressed. ~hugs~

We have a hair stylist but I see no issue with another. My suggestion? Go look at the sheet in the Lineup (writer is Kendra) and maybe get in touch with her for some plot ideas? I think that it would make sense. Maybe they even know one another? Up to you! <3

[SmuttyReader]

Okay, I think I read everything that I needed to read and I got an idea of making a girl that is fresh out of highschool/ maybe a year or two out (This part is negotiable). Her parents are fashion icons in their own way (will think something up) and they don't want their daughter (my character) to use their name as means to get ahead in the fashion industry. Since she has no idea what she wants to do with her life, they set her up with a friend (Cesare De Laurentis), to get some learning experience and help her get into the fashion world on her own. That is how her journey begin.

Thoughts?

Is this a realistic character and will you go for it since Cesare is one of your characters (Nicholas)? If not I will go back to the drawing board.

[Nico]

Okay, I think I read everything that I needed to read and I got an idea of making a girl that is fresh out of highschool/ maybe a year or two out (This part is negotiable). Her parents are fashion icons in their own way (will think something up) and they don't want their daughter (my character) to use their name as means to get ahead in the fashion industry. Since she has no idea what she wants to do with her life, they set her up with a friend (Cesare De Laurentis), to get some learning experience and help her get into the fashion world on her own. That is how her journey begin.

Thoughts?

Is this a realistic character and will you go for it since Cesare is one of your characters (Nicholas)? If not I will go back to the drawing board.

Oh yes, I see no problem with that. :-) Cesare knows a lot of people in the industry since he basically grew up in there, so it is likely that he would know her parents, one way or the other. It also would give her a connection to his intern, Zoi de Luna. ~nodnod~ and maybe even to Cesares wife, Bianca.  And yes, a year or two out of school would be perfect because that wouldn't make her too young.

As an idea - her parents maybe know Cesare's fathers since they are both high rollers themselves. Dinner parties are a thing!

[Beguile's Mistress]

Why hello! You know what I told you that you always could come back if your time allows and you can keep up without getting stressed. ~hugs~

We have a hair stylist but I see no issue with another. My suggestion? Go look at the sheet in the Lineup (writer is Kendra) and maybe get in touch with her for some plot ideas? I think that it would make sense. Maybe they even know one another? Up to you! <3

Thanks, Nic.  I'll give that a shot. :-)

[Adufiniel]

Dropping in to encourage all you with curiosity to do it! Fashion Affairs is SO fun. And all I knew about fashion before I popped in was that there's a time of year called 'Fashion Week.' That's it. subject knowledge isn't needed, just enthusiasm and awesomeness.

[Nico]

As of now - female characters are on stop. Balance is an awesome thing!

Male or Trans-characters are still available.

[CShades]

BeMi!

We can always think of something for a makeup artist to do. Colette has this new shadow who clearly doesn't know how to put her face on yet. >.>

Alejandro could use someone to dab some powder on that sweaty forehead of his. *ducks*

And there's backstage. And, you know, funsies that have little to do with work and more with getting where one wants to be. There's this shoot somewhere in the works that is going to require /planning/ too.

~late to the thread, but bouncing anyway.

[Bloodied Porcelain]

I'm hoping that tomorrow I can get at least one of the sheets I have in my head done. Which person it will be, I'm not sure. Won't happen tonight though... I've been up since 2 am (it's almost 8 pm here now) so I'll be going  to bed in an hour or two, and hopefully this time I'll sleep through the night.

For those who might be curious, these are my ideas (bounced them off Nic, and while they're not officially approved, the basic ideas seem acceptable):

Male director - basically, the creative genius behind the lights, the sets, etc. He runs the show, and honestly treats it more like a theatrical performance than a fashion show. That's probably why he's so good (and more than a a little weird)

Female Choreographer -The above Sir's darling sister (they may be twins... not sure yet, they haven't told me). She's a currently out of commission dancer, her brother brought her in as a choreographer for his shows, and is threatening to not let her go back to dancing even if she gets cleared to do so. 

Spunky female reporter working for one of the big name papers (not sure which yet). She's pretty fresh out of college, and wants to cover REAL news, but her editor thinks she can't hack it/isn't experienced enough, so he's given her a bit of a "fluff job". She's more than a little resentful of being banished to the "girl's section" and thinks the whole fashion thing is stupid. She's also got some pretty firm feminist ideals, at least where things like fashion and socity are concerned. >.>

[CShades]

They sound like they would mesh really well with the rest and would find easy ways to both join and create RP. Looking forward to those sheets! <3

[Nico]

No rush, BP. :P That's kinda the FA-Mantra. <3

Told you in Skype already that I like all ideas.

I still don't get the "The Devil Wears Prada"-idea out of my head when I look at the journalist. ~dies~ I blame it all on you.

[The Dark Raven]

I'm hoping that tomorrow I can get at least one of the sheets I have in my head done. Which person it will be, I'm not sure. Won't happen tonight though... I've been up since 2 am (it's almost 8 pm here now) so I'll be going  to bed in an hour or two, and hopefully this time I'll sleep through the night.

For those who might be curious, these are my ideas (bounced them off Nic, and while they're not officially approved, the basic ideas seem acceptable):

Male director - basically, the creative genius behind the lights, the sets, etc. He runs the show, and honestly treats it more like a theatrical performance than a fashion show. That's probably why he's so good (and more than a a little weird)

Female Choreographer -The above Sir's darling sister (they may be twins... not sure yet, they haven't told me). She's a currently out of commission dancer, her brother brought her in as a choreographer for his shows, and is threatening to not let her go back to dancing even if she gets cleared to do so. 

Spunky female reporter working for one of the big name papers (not sure which yet). She's pretty fresh out of college, and wants to cover REAL news, but her editor thinks she can't hack it/isn't experienced enough, so he's given her a bit of a "fluff job". She's more than a little resentful of being banished to the "girl's section" and thinks the whole fashion thing is stupid. She's also got some pretty firm feminist ideals, at least where things like fashion and socity are concerned. >.>

Holy shit, Cillian Murphy...

[Nico]

Because I am scatterbrained and don't want it to be swallowed:

We are accepting two more characters, tops.

Everything but female characters, please. We're full on females as of now (doesn't count for BP and everyone else having presented an idea already!)

[Bloodied Porcelain]

They sound like they would mesh really well with the rest and would find easy ways to both join and create RP. Looking forward to those sheets! <3

I'm quite excited! Started working on them as soon as I sat down today. :D

No rush, BP. :P That's kinda the FA-Mantra. <3

Told you in Skype already that I like all ideas.

I still don't get the "The Devil Wears Prada"-idea out of my head when I look at the journalist. ~dies~ I blame it all on you.

You heart me. :D

[Beguile's Mistress]

BeMi!

We can always think of something for a makeup artist to do. Colette has this new shadow who clearly doesn't know how to put her face on yet. >.>

Alejandro could use someone to dab some powder on that sweaty forehead of his. *ducks*

And there's backstage. And, you know, funsies that have little to do with work and more with getting where one wants to be. There's this shoot somewhere in the works that is going to require /planning/ too.

~late to the thread, but bouncing anyway.

Wow!  That sounds great!  I'm putting together a character sheet with an image I found.  She can free lance or be part of a setup that allows her to moonlight.  She'd be up for anything work related and want to do some exploring on the personal side. :-)

[Nico]

Wow!  That sounds great!  I'm putting together a character sheet with an image I found.  She can free lance or be part of a setup that allows her to moonlight.  She'd be up for anything work related and want to do some exploring on the personal side. :-)

Yay! So glad to have you back! <3

[Devilyn Sydhe]

Hello, I just wanted to say you all have created a very impressive game that I have been guilty of occasionally stalking. :-)

I had a vague idea about a slightly sleazy American magazine publisher likely hated by most for eagerly exploiting the deepest and darkest secrets of the fashion famous.  I'm thinking possibly a National Enquirer type where enemies could anonymously air each other's dirty laundry.  I don't know if such a character would fit in or if I can get things all put together, but I wish nothing but the best for everyone involved.

[Beguile's Mistress]

Yay! So glad to have you back! <3

You make me feel so good, love. :-)

[Nico]

Hello, I just wanted to say you all have created a very impressive game that I have been guilty of occasionally stalking. :-)

I had a vague idea about a slightly sleazy American magazine publisher likely hated by most for eagerly exploiting the deepest and darkest secrets of the fashion famous.  I'm thinking possibly a National Enquirer type where enemies could anonymously air each other's dirty laundry.  I don't know if such a character would fit in or if I can get things all put together, but I wish nothing but the best for everyone involved.

Thank you! :-) It is so awesome because of the people having made it all come to life!

That's a character that can work, certainly. I have a character (Dominic Harris) who is a paparazzo, just as eager to exploit all the dirty little secrets of the rich and famous. So that might work, indeed!

[CShades]

Wow!  That sounds great!  I'm putting together a character sheet with an image I found.  She can free lance or be part of a setup that allows her to moonlight.  She'd be up for anything work related and want to do some exploring on the personal side. :-)

Sounds good! Or maybe consider making her part of Zita's team (the player was looking for more before RL hit, and we can always write around her for scenage. Busy woman and all :D) That way she'd already have a shoe-in the door without having to work on making the first contacts - unless you are into that!

I'm quite excited! Started working on them as soon as I sat down today. :D

You heart me. :D

So #FAbulous!  I agree, too. Never a rush, we all have ups and downs.

Hello, I just wanted to say you all have created a very impressive game that I have been guilty of occasionally stalking. :-)

I had a vague idea about a slightly sleazy American magazine publisher likely hated by most for eagerly exploiting the deepest and darkest secrets of the fashion famous.  I'm thinking possibly a National Enquirer type where enemies could anonymously air each other's dirty laundry.  I don't know if such a character would fit in or if I can get things all put together, but I wish nothing but the best for everyone involved.

Hi, you! I am happy to hear you've been looking in. It is fun in there :D It is a valid idea; we have a freelance journalist that does that sort of thing, so they could work together - and on the other hand, he could always be a client (or try to, if he can get anyone to make him anything that he hasn't offended to death) See, possibilities :D


ETA: Freelance journalist, paparazzo, yeah, Dominic :P

[Nico]

ETA: Freelance journalist, paparazzo, yeah, Dominic :P

Damn right! ~laughs~

No, seriously, he would prefer the Freelance Journalist, anyways! :P

[Beguile's Mistress]

Sounds good! Or maybe consider making her part of Zita's team (the player was looking for more before RL hit, and we can always write around her for scenage. Busy woman and all :D) That way she'd already have a shoe-in the door without having to work on making the first contacts - unless you are into that!

I'm up for anything that gets things moving easily for everyone and in a positive direction. 

As soon as I get my character sheet done I'll let you know.  Thank you for being so helpful. :-)

[Devilyn Sydhe]

That sounds great, I could definitely see my character coming to Paris for the fashion, arrogantly thinking himself too important to not be wearing the latest style, but still keeping business in mind by meeting with Dominic and the freelance journalist.  Anything to sell more copies regardless of how others are affected. :-)

I apologize if I overlooked him, but is

Dylan McDermott

face claimed already?

[CShades]

That sounds great, I could definitely see my character coming to Paris for the fashion, arrogantly thinking himself too important to not be wearing the latest style, but still keeping business in mind by meeting with Dominic and the freelance journalist.  Anything to sell more copies regardless of how others are affected. :-)

I apologize if I overlooked him, but is

Dylan McDermott

face claimed already?

His likeness hasn't been used thus far!

[Bloodied Porcelain]

Hello, I just wanted to say you all have created a very impressive game that I have been guilty of occasionally stalking. :-)

I had a vague idea about a slightly sleazy American magazine publisher likely hated by most for eagerly exploiting the deepest and darkest secrets of the fashion famous.  I'm thinking possibly a National Enquirer type where enemies could anonymously air each other's dirty laundry.  I don't know if such a character would fit in or if I can get things all put together, but I wish nothing but the best for everyone involved.

*pounces and cuddles* Long time no see, lovey! Happy to see you around. I look forward to my spunky, snarky journalist looking down on your gossip rag guy. ::)

[Devilyn Sydhe]

Great to see you again, BP, and I'm looking forward to writing with you and everyone else in this game.  The muse is so whispering about an ugly American and aiming for all sorts of IC hate. :-)

"I don't care if it's France, why can't they just speak English?!"    :P

[Nico]

Great to see you again, BP, and I'm looking forward to writing with you and everyone else in this game.  The muse is so whispering about an ugly American and aiming for all sorts of IC hate. :-)

"I don't care if it's France, why can't they just speak English?!"    :P

~snickers~

Oh the fun! ~insert French cussing here~

XD

[Bloodied Porcelain]

Two sheets down! One more to go. I apologize to the GMs for my spam. :D

[Nico]

Two sheets down! One more to go. I apologize to the GMs for my spam. :D

Good things are never spam. <3

[Bloodied Porcelain]

Finally done flooding the GM's inboxes. <3

[Nico]

Finally done flooding the GM's inboxes. <3

I demand cookies and coffee now!

[Relikai]

Is this open? Looks promising!

Face claim - Watanabe Miyuki

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[Bloodied Porcelain]

Is this open? Looks promising!

Face claim - Watanabe Miyuki

Because I am scatterbrained and don't want it to be swallowed:

We are accepting two more characters, tops.

Everything but female characters, please. We're full on females as of now (doesn't count for BP and everyone else having presented an idea already!)

[Nico]

Yes, I'm sorry, but we are full on female characters as of now. We try to aim for decent balance like we always have done.

[Relikai]

Right will come up with a male in a while!

[Beguile's Mistress]

I have a character sheet done for Sophie, my stylist.  Do I send it to someone for approval?  I forgot what I did last time.

[Nico]

I have a character sheet done for Sophie, my stylist.  Do I send it to someone for approval?  I forgot what I did last time.

Yep, send it to Shades, Kane and to moi! <3

[Beguile's Mistress]

Done! :-)

[Relikai]

Submitted my app as well  :-X

[The Dark Raven]

Was trying to plot some with BP and my sheet is gone completely.  I was on hiatus, but I guess I'm gone?  And if i come back does this mean I have to completely start over from scratch?

[Nico]

Submitted my app as well  :-X

You will have to send you sheets to the other two GMs as well, please!

Was trying to plot some with BP and my sheet is gone completely.  I was on hiatus, but I guess I'm gone?  And if i come back does this mean I have to completely start over from scratch?

Give it a few, please! Sheets shall be restored soon.

[Relikai]

Yes, I BCCed to them!

[Nico]

Yes, I BCCed to them!

Okay, thank you! :-)

And, as sorry as we are, we are going to close recruitment at this point. Thank you everyone for the interest, but we do not want the group to get too big and vast!

[Devilyn Sydhe]

Sorry to hear that, I sent in my character sheet just now but I completely understand if I am too late to join.

[Nico]

Sorry to hear that, I sent in my character sheet just now but I completely understand if I am too late to join.

You aren't. ;)

[Devilyn Sydhe]

Good!  *cheers* :-) 

[Nico]

Good!  *cheers* :-)

We just don't want to get too big. ~nodnod~

[Nico]

We are not actively recruiting right now, but we are always open to hear peoples ideas/concepts. Approval will happen on a case-by-case basis. We do not want to get too big. But if we are presented a really good concept, we might make an exception. It is essential to read the first post of this thread and click through the links. If you have questions, please ask them here in this thread. Thank you! :-)

[Nico]

-GM Notice-

Since we had someone drop out because of health and RL reasons - The spot of a Personal Assistant to my character here has become vacant!

[Nico]

I am still looking for a PA for one of my characters. Their gender/identity/orientation is completely irrelevant. See above post. ;D

[The Lovely Tsaritsa]

I'm interested in playing PA, what are you needing?

[Nico]

I'm interested in playing PA, what are you needing?

As I said, a PA for the character that's lined above. ;)

Other than this, it is entirely up to you. We do not tell people how to make their characters. We empathize that things eventually will fall into place, instead of demanding certain 'types'. Individuality in characters is one of our top-priority in the group.

Just make sure to read all the information from the first post. It's really essential. :-)

[The Lovely Tsaritsa]

Oh ok, that's good! I just didn't know, if you wanted me posting my character idea here, first, or PMing you a character sheet.

[Nico]

Oh ok, that's good! I just didn't know, if you wanted me posting my character idea here, first, or PMing you a character sheet.

You can either post something here, or send it to the GMs. -nodnod- Both is fine.

[The Lovely Tsaritsa]

Here is my character idea, I hope it's ok!

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Yelena Solova is just nineteen, she's daughter of a Russian diplomat. She wants, very much, for working in the fashion industry. But she's spoiled rich girl, she doesn't ever work hard before, or at an office. She does want doing a good job, and pleasing her boss, but she gets frustrated easy. She pouts and throws tantrums, when she doesn't get her way. And, she likes flirting with people, for getting them doing her work!

Yelena loves to party, she maybe drinks too much when she goes out. She loves both boys and girls, no preferences. She never falls in love before, but has many, many one nights stands. She is very playful, and sweet, with her friends. She talks before she thinks, sometimes, that gets her in trouble! And she's exhibitionist, too, which is fun, but also gets her in trouble!

[Nico]

Personally, I'm not comfortable with someone so young as my characters PA. Because she doesn't have any experience at that age and a PA for him certainly would need vast experience because, realistically, he has no time to teach her and he wouldn't bother because that's how he is. An intern would be a completely different premise, but a PA really needs experience, connections, know their way around, etc. If you read his sheet, he's an international designer and his PA would have to be top notch.

[The Lovely Tsaritsa]

Oh ok, thank you.

[Nico]

No worries. We just try to keep things realistic to a point.

[Beguile's Mistress]

Yelena looks like an interesting character, though.  Maybe it would work if she were older and a little bit more settled but because she has led a somewhat sheltered life so far her lack of life experience gets her into some difficulties.  She could have done some work for her father or mother that would give her some of the job experience she needs.  I don't know if you can write that in or not.

[Nico]

Yep, a PA for my designer needs experience because otherwise he wouldn't consider it. He's a perfectionist, pedantic when he wants to be and highly professional and he wouldn't take second best for that job. It should be someone who is at least somewhat settled in the industry.

[The Lovely Tsaritsa]

Yelena looks like an interesting character, though.  Maybe it would work if she were older and a little bit more settled but because she has led a somewhat sheltered life so far her lack of life experience gets her into some difficulties.  She could have done some work for her father or mother that would give her some of the job experience she needs.  I don't know if you can write that in or not.

I thought someone young, and lacking experience, maybe would make for fun drama. I'm sorry that's not fitting what you want though.

I think if I can change her, so she's not as bad for this game.

[Nico]

I thought someone young, and lacking experience, maybe would make for fun drama. I'm sorry that's not fitting what you want though.

I think if I can change her, so she's not as bad for this game.

Oh, don't be sorry. :-)

A person doesn't have to be so young to lack experience in certain aspects of life. ;) She still can lack it, just not in the professional department.

[Beguile's Mistress]

*nods*  I've known some people who were terrific PAs but were kind of challenged in other areas like relationships and things.  She could have a wild social life as long as she does her job like a champ.  The fun with this character would be how she manages to do both.

[Nico]

*nods*  I've known some people who were terrific PAs but were kind of challenged in other areas like relationships and things.  She could have a wild social life as long as she does her job like a champ.  The fun with this character would be how she manages to do both.

Exactly! It also would give a character a lot of depth. Nobody is perfect and everyone sucks at one thing or the other. ~nodnod~

[orderNchaos]

So just to clarify are you looking for new characters or not?  The title for the last post actually says closed.

I could see myself coming up with either a manager or a house representative.  I think the manager position could lead to some fun interactions.  Someone strong and sleazy!  ;)

[CShades]

It comes and goes!

Nic reopened it to ask for a PA for the Roberto character, but as I said before we have lost a writer or two, so if you have a good idea for a character, feel free to send it to us (this is true even when we are closed, generally speaking) and we'll definitely work with you.

[Nico]

It comes and goes!

Nic reopened it to ask for a PA for the Roberto character, but as I said before we have lost a writer or two, so if you have a good idea for a character, feel free to send it to us (this is true even when we are closed, generally speaking) and we'll definitely work with you.

This!

You are more than welcome to send us a character and we will work from there. :-)

[Nico]

And since we are striving for balance - as of now we will not accept any more female characters. Male and trans characters only for the time being!

[Nico]

On another note - I am still looking for a PA for my designer!

Happy Sunday!

[Nico]

The PA spot has been taken!

We only accept male or trans male characters right now.

[Ambie]

Super interested in this but I need to wait for the ratio to clear/open up.

[Nico]

Super interested in this but I need to wait for the ratio to clear/open up.

Hello! :-) Just keep checking back here, it's likely just a question of time!

We are currently accepting...

• Cis-male characters
• FtM characters

[Ambie]

FtM?

[Nico]

FtM?

Yes. Transgendered. We do value diversity.

[Nico]

Since it just came up - we could use a Fitness Coach.

We are currently accepting...

• Cis-male characters
• FtM Transgender characters

[Ambie]

FtM?

Oh ok...wasn't sure what the acronym stood for is all...

Thanks!

[Nico]

Oh ok...wasn't sure what the acronym stood for is all...

Thanks!

You're quite welcome! :-) Always happy to educate. If you care for more information, here you go!

We are currently accepting...

A characters sexual orientation and preference is completely irrelevant. What matters is that a character fits in concept-wise and that -you- enjoy writing them. :-)

Also - We couldn't care less about a writer's gender. We do not discriminate. ;)

• Cis-male characters
• FtM Transgender characters

Not available professions at this point

• Models
• Designers (unless it is a really, really good and new concept)

[Bibliophilia]

I'm thinking of making a cis-male photographer/indie film director.  I just want to check that Joseph Gordon-Levitt hasn't been claimed, yet.

[Nico]

I'm thinking of making a cis-male photographer/indie film director.  I just want to check that Joseph Gordon-Levitt hasn't been claimed, yet.

Hello! :-)

Nope, he's up for grabs. If you need anything or if you have questions, just get in touch!

[Nico]

We are currently accepting...

A characters sexual orientation and preference is completely irrelevant. What matters is that a character fits in concept-wise and that -you- enjoy writing them. :-)

Also - We couldn't care less about a writer's gender. We do not discriminate. ;)

• Cis-male characters
• Cis-female characters
• Genderqueer characters
• FtM or MtF Transgender characters [Please, no 'futa'-style characters. Nope. Keep it real.]

Not available professions at this point

• Designers & Models (unless it is a really, really good and new concept)
• Photographers
• Journalists

All this notwithstanding - please make sure to read the first post for more information. Merci!

[Nico]

We also could use one or the other security person, come to think of it! All those celebrities need protection! ;D

[Nico]

Small update on what we are currently accepting. Photographers are available again!

We are currently accepting...

A characters sexual orientation and preference is completely irrelevant. What matters is that a character fits in concept-wise and that -you- enjoy writing them. :-)

Also - We couldn't care less about a writer's gender. We do not discriminate. ;)

• Cis-male characters
• Cis-female characters
• Genderqueer characters
• FtM or MtF Transgender characters [Please, no 'futa'-style characters. Nope. Keep it real.]

Not available professions at this point

• Designers & Models (unless it is a really, really good and new concept)
• Journalists

All this notwithstanding - please make sure to read the first post for more information. Merci!

[Caedy]

Seriously!

Astrid needs some competition!  I need an awesome photographer to play with ^_^ That and someone else to gossip with over getting those epic photography opportunities...

Asella still needs a PA of her own...to use and abuse...I mean, train and ensure that they are perfect in everyway...and better than Mary-Anne's :P

[Nico]

I totally picture Asella like

this

now. Tyvm! ~dies~

[MaverickKane]

If anyone is interested in playing a personal Assistant to one of my characters (Diego De La Fuente, Model Manager), that would be really cool. He's finding it hard to be in two places at once, sometimes.

[Nico]

If anyone is interested in playing a personal Assistant to one of my characters (Diego De La Fuente, Model Manager), that would be really cool. He's finding it hard to be in two places at once, sometimes.

Hah! About time! ~laughs~ We can't have a Diego clone running around. :P

[MaverickKane]

Also, there is a NPC character I am giving up playing if anyone wants to pick him up as a playable Character.

Last I left off with him, he had a thing for the model he was supposed to be protecting (Nicholas plays said model) and had begun being classically creepy and stalkery.

Anyone who would take up this character has free reigns for the most part, change his picture if you like even. Just get with Nicholas to plot if you want to continue down the same story line I had begun to lay out.

NPC Name: Benjamin
Writer: MaverickKane
Age: around 50
Occupation: Security/Member of Leonardo Belloni's security team

[Nico]

Oh yes!

There is a little bit of background story between Ben and my model character but other than this, it's completely flexible and up to whoever might be interested. He's only been established as member of the security, everything else is up in the air. There is likely tension and conflict involved however.

The stalker part is something we do not yet have among all the awesome characters!

If someone is interested, my PM box is open!

[Nico]

If anyone is interested in playing a personal Assistant to one of my characters (Diego De La Fuente, Model Manager), that would be really cool. He's finding it hard to be in two places at once, sometimes.

I am going to mark this one as taken since someone will be making that PA character!



The other suggestion above (about the stalker) is still open and also is this:

Photographers are available again!

We are currently accepting...

A characters sexual orientation and preference is completely irrelevant. What matters is that a character fits in concept-wise and that -you- enjoy writing them. :-)

Also - We couldn't care less about a writer's gender. We do not discriminate. ;)

• Cis-male characters
• Cis-female characters
• Genderqueer characters
• FtM or MtF Transgender characters [Please, no 'futa'-style characters. Nope. Keep it real.]

Not available professions at this point

• Designers & Models (unless it is a really, really good and new concept)
• Journalists

All this notwithstanding - please make sure to read the first post for more information. Merci!

[MaverickKane]

Throwing up a list of jobs I found, if anyone is wanting to join the group and doesn't know what sort of occupation they could give their character. I hope it is helpful.

Fashion Jobs List

Fashion Job Titles
A - C

Account Executive
Administrative Assistant
Area Brand Coordinator
Assistant Buyer
Assistant Merchant
Assistant Sales Manager
Assistant Store Director
Assistant Stylist
Associate Designer
Bedding Designer
Boutique Assistant
Brand Ambassador
Brand Strategist
Buyer
Client Services Manager
Creative Director
Curated Merchant
Customer Service Representative
D - G

Department Manager
Design Assistant
Design Associate
Designer
Digital Media and Advertising Coordinator
Director, Design and Product Development

Director of Sourcing
Director of Stores
ECommerce Coordinator
ECommerce Planning Manager
Events Manager
Event Planner
Factory Manager
Fashion Buyer
General Manager
Graphic Artist
Graphic Designer
Graphic Production Artist
I - M

Import Production Coordinator
International Sourcing Agent
Inventory Planner/Analyst
Jewelry Product Manager
Layette Designer
Logistics and Customer Service Manager
Logistics Associate
Luxury Fashion Recruiter
Manufacturer Sales Representative
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Manager
Merchandise Coordinator
Merchandise Planner
Merchandiser
Merchandising Assistant
Model
N - R

Online Merchandise Coordinator
Operations Manager
Pattern Maker
Personal Shopper
Planner
Planning Assistant
Product Developer
Product Development Manager
Product Planner
Production Assistant
Production Coordinator
Production Sourcing Director
Publicist
Public Relations Director
Real Estate Staff Attorney
Receptionist
Research and Development Manager
Retail Buyer
Retail Fashion Recruiter
Retail Footwear Buyer
Retail Salesperson
Retail Store Planner

S - W

Sales Associate
Sales Development Specialist
Sales Executive
Sales Inventory Analyst
Sales Representative
Senior Brand Manager
Senior Merchant
Senior Sales Manager
Showroom Assistant
Showroom Manager
Showroom Model
Store Director
Store Manager
Style Specialist
Stylist
Technical Designer
Textile Fabric Colorist
Warehouse Manager
Fashion Design Skills
A - G

Accessory Sourcing
Adobe Illustrator
Advertising
Buying
Color Sense
Communication
Computer
Computer Aided Design
Construction
Costume Design
Couture Design
Creativity
Development
ECommerce
Education
Event Coordination
Fabric Sourcing
Fashion Design
Fashion Promotion
Flair
Freehand
Fundraising
Graphic Design
H - M

Illustration
Imagination
Initiative
InDesign
Jewelry Design
Karat
Management
Manufacturing
Marketing
Market Research
Media
Merchandising
MS Office
N - S

Passion
Pattern Grading
Pattern Making
Photoshop
PrimaVision
Product Design
Product Development
Prototyping
Quark
Retailing
Sales
Sewing
Sourcing
Sketching
Styling
T - Z

Talent
Textiles
Training
Translation
Using Computer Software
Versatility
Visualization
WebPDM

[Nico]

That list is actually amazing! #Happy

There's just so many professions and angles! Thanks Kane! <3

[SweetSerenade]

Several of you probably 'recognize me' and know that I don't usually join Group games, but Nich made this seem so deliciously appealing (and what can I say I was reading character sheets for the game) and a character from my earlier roleplay years bloomed inside of my mind again.

Basic system, she is a Personal Assistant that is usually rather skilled in working for Modeling Agencies - and those in high power positions. She works best as a singular personal assistant, or having at most one other PA to work with. She is so work focused that she is essentially 'married to the job'. She will be about 27, possibly 28. Multilingual, having taken many courses of it during her growing years - and coming from a family where her Father was an Interpreter that worked for the United Nations. The only reason she entered the Fashion world is because her mother was at one point a rather famous Model.

It was during a special dinner at an Embassy (Foreign Country still being decided) that her father and mother met. My character was the result, and she was pretty much raised with a life of languages and Fashion. Not that she ended up very fashion conscious herself. In fact my character has completely abhorred the idea of becoming a model so much, that she goes for the biggest coke bottle glasses you can find (as she's quite incapable of seeing distances away without them) - much to her mother Chagrin and displeasure about how 'pretty' her daughter could be if she wore contacts instead of glasses... and let her hair down, and heavens could you wear anymore atrocious of a color? {Yes this is what her mother is like}

Instead she was extremely business minded, and found a knack for numbers and managing schedules.

Points about this character - She keeps Business and Personal separated, and has a distaste for the thought of dating models. (This is primarily because her last boyfriend was a model, and their relationship didn't end well because of the last PA job she was in.) - She was recently fired from her last PA job, or 'let go'. The 'official' reason is because of 'Personality Differences', but the reality of it was her 'boss' - A Modeling Agency owner, had a taste for sampling his PAs and Secretaries, and my character was not having any of that. Once again, keeping Business and Personal very separated.

So this is pretty much what I have so far?

Any interest?

Oh, and Cis-gendered female.

Currently looking for a job as well... since she was 'let go' from the last one.

Languages available to said character: English (Native), Wherever I decide where her mother is from, Japanese, French, and ASL (really useful, people don't know how useful it is for a PA to know this). Oh and Sarcasm... lots of Sarcasm, and don't get her started on 'nerd' related things because her language skills in "Nerdese" are legendary. (But really, this is the only thing she's passionate about other than work, don't get her started unless you actually want to hear it.)

[Nico]

It's all totally not my fault! ~laughs~

Okay.. maybe it is. A bit. :P

[MaverickKane]

I'd say go ahead and work on an official character sheet and PM it to Nicholas, CShades and myself for approval.

If your looking for connections, my character, Diego De La Fuente is looking for a PA to help with some of the calls, paper work coming in regarding his star model. Get in touch with me in PM and we can talk about it, if that is something you would be interested in.

[Nico]

Yep, sounds good to me! Looking forward to the sheet! :-)