I would like to introduce you to Ms. Jupi Noel, creator and owner of J Style. You may not believe this, but Jupi opened the doors to her first boutique in September of 2007 and three more locations since then. Her ever growing collection of evening gowns can be described as elegant and sexy yet, simple and classy. As I'm writing this article, I am standing in the middle of her studio and everywhere I look, I see designs that I could wear in my daily Second Life. During the day, I would wear the "Little Red Silk Suit" while I go about my business of meeting with designers and feeling like a million dollar baby. During cocktail hour, I would change into a pretty short dress, which would accentuate my curves and yet delicately drape me with a sheer layer of fabric (such as "Black & Gold Pretty" or "Snow White".)
| For that very special evening out, Jupi modeled for me one of her favorite gowns. This gorgeous gown is called "Glamorous Red" and would look striking on anyone daring enough to wear it. What the picture does not show is the extreme opening on the side of the skirt. |
Jupi Noel is a native of Tokyo and a world traveler. She has lived in the United States, Spain and Italy among many places and is fluent in many languages. Some of her future plans include the expansion of her collection into business outfits and casuals. Collections from Paris (her favorite city), Milan and New York inspire her to create designs well suited for the sophisticated woman. Jupi believes that anyone who loves making clothes like she does and has a real passion, can make it in the SL fashion industry. "Oh yes! anyone can do it, look at me ... well, like anything, all you need is the desire or wish to do it."
Did you know that Jupi initially quit SL after only four days because being a newbie was very frustrating to her? As you can see, she made an incredible comeback as a very talented fashion designer.
My meeting with Jupi Noel took place a few days before the MODA Fashion Spotlight where J Style was to be the featured house of fashion. Jupi could not wait to view her collection being presented on the runway by the MODA models.
| MODA model ToniT Oh wears "Black Stripe" | MODA model Liane Maertens wears the short version of "White Silver" |
