Camouflage II

Well, what do you know? After the Fashion Essential post a couple of days ago, I found about Valentino's camouflage collection for Spring/Summer 2013. 

They have everything that I want, er, I want everything in that collection. See for yourself!

Probably my favorite of the bunch. Because I can wear it in the tropics.

This jersey t-shirt features a contrasting band at the bottom and is priced at € 340,00.

Model also wears the camo sneaker. Details below.

The shoe combines suede and technical fabric and has some red rubber studs at the heel.

The collection also has jackets and other stuff but I will leave it for you to discover.

Except for this lovely tote bag in fabric/napa leather.

Take your pick and pick one for me, too! Teehee!

See yah later!

Fashion Essentials: Camouflage

Totally late post, but I'm seeing a whole lot of camouflage everywhere and frankly, I'm starting to like it. I own only one camo shirt from bathing ape, and its not even green but purple. But I digress, I feel the need to go on the camo wagon. Come along!

1st stop is Topman. I visited their store the other day and found a boxy jacket in camo. Very interesting shape to say the least but being skinny me, everything looks boxy. Next!

Online at sg.topman.com, I did find a lot more camo than I bargained for.

Case in point, this lovely pair of slip-on loafers calling my name. 

Its the perfect mix of formal and quirk. Priced at SGD 169.

Me and my obession with gray couldn't pass out on this gray camo sweater. 

On sale at SGD43.

There were also some pants but I'm not yet comfortable trying on printed pants. Maybe next time.

Over at hm.com, found this pair of Hi-top sneakers with camo soles. Looks a bit bulky though.

This one seems promising, from Uniqlo's US online store. 

Paired with a plain colored tee, I might actually dig this.

Another interesting camo bottom, this time from cotton on. 

Though I'm not too sure about the rolled up chambray/denim part.

Finally, a decent jacket in camo, from zara. On sale at 50% off, too.

Even better, is this blazer also from zara. Also on sale at 50% off.

Seriously thinking about getting this knit sweater.

The star studs is quite a nice touch.

Since I'm still on the fence aboutcommitting to a full on camo print thing. 

How about accessories?

This leather belt introduces some camo without the jarring military/soldier references.

So which one should I get?

See yah later!

Fall Fashion Wishlist 2012

Living in the tropics has its advantages and disadvantages style-wise.

On the plus side, we don't have seasons. You can wear a tee, a pair of jeans and sneakers all year round. Maybe, you can pull off a jacket when it rains. This means that the t-shirt you bought in May will still wearable come December. This fits the bohemian in me. 

The downside is that it gets pretty boring. Because you wear the same things over and over again. My dandy side will not be happy. Stores do carry nice woolen coats and puffy jackets but unless I'm flying to some place colder, I'm not buying them.

So what's a guy gonna do? Buy in fall colors, that is. Think burnt orange, burgundy, brown, forest green, navy and/or royal blue, purple, teal and list goes on. Leave the neon stuff behind as fall calls for darker, richer colors. 

Below are a few stuff you might be interested to get this fall.

First on my list are chinos/trousers/pants. Something in deep red or green as a base for my  gray t-shirts. If you are not ready for full on pants in burgundy, try buying a pair of shorts in these colors instead.

I have been on the look out for burgundy trousers and this might fit the bill. 

This pair is from Topman and is priced at £28.00, roughly SGD$60. Although it will probably costs more in Singapore stores.

Second option is this pair of dark green trousers from H&M and is a steal at SGD$39.90 only.

I love that there is a slight stretch in the pant's leg. 

You can also choose a safer colored trousers like this pair from Asos (SGD$55.04) in navy.

It is slim and not skinny! With a straight leg and is 100% Cotton

Now for shoes, I guess most guys should have at least two pairs in their arsenal. Something in leather (genuine or not) for formal or corporate looks and a sneaker for play. I said sneaker, not your athletic one that you wear when running.

Loving the basic, no fuss shape of this shoe and it comes in burgundy or brown.

SGD 79.90 from H&M.

My go-to sneakers will always be a pair of white low cut Chuck Taylors.

Lastly, I am always on the look out for cardigans. Though, I live in the tropics, it gets chilly sometimes. I wear them all the time at work as our office temp gets pretty cold during mid afternoon. Or in theaters/movie-houses.

This cute burgundy cardigan from Topman gets my vote as polka dots is one of my favorite prints.

Another option is this cardigan from H&M.

It comes in perfect colors like burgundy, blue, green and this basic beige number.

Priced at SGD$24.90.

So there you go, I'm not saying you go out and buy them altogether and wear them at the same time. You can pair the trousers featured above with a white/gray dress shirt and call it a day. Pair the leather shoes with your trusty denims. Or wear the polka dot cardigan with a plain tee and cutoffs on a night on a beach perhaps. The choice is yours.

See yah later!