Hottest Trends - AUG 31

Men of Harem!

If you're the guy who enjoys a lot of space and freedom for your family jewels, rejoice!  The day of liberation is here!

Since last season, drop-crotch pants have been among  the hottest staples on the runways.  These punky pieces are made from various materials, ranging from cashmere sweatpants to jeans (see photo - from G-Star latest collections).  

The styling is likewise different from designer to designer.  Some are judiciously everyday wearable, while others are bordering towards haute couture. 

Too sissy?

Well, a thought to ponder:  John Mayer has been sporting this kind of style and allegedly, he has never enjoyed so much attention to his trouser mouse since he started stepping into these pants.  Now if you can only be brave, you too can be legendary.  

Grooming Essentials - AUG 21

New product from Kiehl's

FACIAL FUEL AGE COMBAT

Skin Revitalizer for Men

* Moisture treatment for men to combat skin-aging

* Helps improve skin's firmness while diminishing the look of facial lines and evening out skin tone

* Oil-free, fortifying skin therapy moisturizer and skin strengthener

* Appropriate for all skin types

Visit Kiehl's store at Greenbelt 5 Ayala Mall in Makati City, Philippines, or log on to Kiehl's website at www.kiehls.com for more info.

Featured Brand / Fred Perry - AUG 17

photo courtesy of Fred Perry official website

Hottest Trends - AUG 15

High tops re-invented!

Same cut, new styles.

Men who prefer ankle--length footwears will now have more options than the regular sports shoes, desert boots, and the perennial Chuck Taylors.

This season, brands from Bally to Tod's, and designers like Neil Berrett and John Varvatos have made some innovations to give the classic cut a contemporary look.

Some of the current versions are in canvas and soft leather finish, and are styled as boat shoes, sneakers, and other hybrid, modern concepts.

photo
(top: Lacoste / bottom: Sebago)
available in Mall of Asia

Must-have Items - AUG 15

We've seen the wide debut of these modern plaid shirts as early as the 4th quarter of 2008 but it seems that their expiration date has been surprisingly prolonged.

In fact, there are still lots of new designs coming out in different colors and shades, such as this shirt from Nike. Yes. The trend has fully extended from couture designers to sports brands.

Ask the Scots. Tartan has a potent staying power.

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In the Philippines, summer is definitely over but you can still be politically correct to fashion critics if you wear hats and shades during the sunny days.  After all, in a country where weather is unpredictable, it is rather practical to be covered...than never.

Straw fedora hats with narrow brim are still very much available in leading designer stores, while aviator and wayfarer sunglasses are up to this day the popular style in eyewear.

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Finally to complete your get-up, follow the latest trend in waist band by choosing leather woven belts.  They're sophisticated and classy.  No need to elaborate.  Just tighten up!

Arriving soon...in style.

photo courtesy of MagazineDee.com