Second Life Fashion Directory With SLURL Teleport Links

Fashion Slurls is a new directory of in-world fashion stores, all with a direct SLURL teleport link.  Conceived by Cajsa Lilliehook and Gidge Uriza of It's Only Fashion and launched last week, it already has hundreds of locations.  They're slowly categorizing each by fashion type (jewelry, lingerie, etc.), and if they introduce more functionality, could become an invaluable resource for fashionistas.  (Some kind of Digg-style rating system, for example, would be a great addition.)  With the Lindens' recent acquisition of the xStreetSL virtual e-tail site, it'll be interesting to watch how this list is impacted.  Many SL entrepreneurs believe web-based shopping spells the end of in-world stores; on the other hand, others have argued that buying SL fashion works best as a fully immersive, social experience, and will probably remain strong in-world.  I suspect that's right, at least for the very most innovative locations and designers.  Image credit: cajsalilliehook.wordpress.com.

Comments

[Gidge Uriza]

Hi, thanks for sharing this. We're always looking for new/better info. So if someone knows that a store has moved, or would like their store listed - please don't hesitate to contact us.

And, my two cents - shopping is a social adventure for most of us. I can't imagine it going on the web 100%.......I only shop online when I'm in a crunch for time.

[J7Sue]

far toomany in world stores add nothing to the shopping experience but lag and the need to walk about a lot

[Iggy O]

Need my new (very stylish) bifocals! I read the headline as "fashion sluts" and had a great early-morning laugh.

I've been called one of those in both lives, btw...and seriously, this service is a great idea. Shopping for decent men's wear is not a joy in SL...and it's more than the lack of selection.