Tag: Ralph Lauren

Drop-Red Gorgeous – Effortlessly Slaying in Red Outfits

American fashion designer Bill Blass said, “when in doubt, wear red,” and he was surely not wrong because this bold and bright colour can always make you look confident and ready to take over the world by storm. Check out the red outfits that you should add to your wardrobe.

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Red Outfits

Earrings by St. John
Gloves by Gucci
Embellished cutout leather neck midi dress by Magda Butrym, courtesy of Net-A-Porter

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Red Outfits

Dress by Moschino

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Red Outfits

Gown by Ralph Lauren

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Red Outfits

Top, pants, handbag and heels by Versace
Handbag by Roger Vivier

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Red Outfits

Dress, ring, handbag and boots by Loewe

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Red Outfits

Necklace, dress and handbag by Gucci

Look 7

Red Outfits

Earrings by Roger Vivier
Strapless gathered floral-print silk-blend mini dress by Magda Butrym, courtesy of Net-A-Porter

Also Read: Natural Angst – Monochrome looks for the freakishly fierce DNA in you

(Photographer: Jack Law; Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma; Videographer: Jack Fontanilla; Model: Octavia Lam (Model Genesis); Hair and Makeup: Heti Tsang)

Trend Alert: Latest summer patterns for men and women

Nothing screams summer like pops of colour and floral motifs.

Vibrant and quirky patterns that are sure to catch envious stares –  bold, floral, graphic and watercolour prints are a hot commodity this season, courtesy the top luxury fashion houses –  Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior, Ralph Lauren and Gucci. Below are some of the modern prints that are chockfull of personality, every fashionista will be clinging to them…

For Her:
The sleeveless calf-length Cotton Poplin patchwork dress by Dolce & Gabbana is an ode to the bustling region of Sicily. Crafted from 100% cotton, this light and breezy attire will be perfect for any garden party or afternoon walk along the promenade.
Get the top here and the skirt here.

For Him:
Taking on a more pop-culture mix, the brand’s latest collaboration with American music producer, DJ Khaled, unveils a capsule collection that fuses the energetic vibes of  Miami and Sicily. The lush nature and animal print button shirt is surely one that screams summer party!
Get it here.

For Her:
For a more Colombian-inspired design, Agua by Agua Bendita has put out an alluring hand-embroidered Hedera Pimienta blooms printed off-the-shoulder top with puffed sleeves and a matching maxi skirt. Made with lightweight cotton-poplin we’re pining over this beauty. 
Get it here.

For Him: 
Versace definitely nailed the summer look with its nature-inspired Tresor de la mer print silk shirt. It’s an added a touch of luxe to the average casual vibe. We’re loving this short sleeves, print button shirt crafted from 100% pure silk twill and fashioning the brand’s iconic Versacepolis design DNA. 
Get it here.

For Her:
Perhaps you’d like to flare up your usual business attire with a summer-vibe that best brings out your complexion? For that, Ralph Lauren’s orange floral-print Hailey silk shirt patterned with floral print all-over and features front button fastening and a pointed flat collar. Minimalists will be converted with that dose of character in one attire!
Get it here.

For Him:
The Multicolor Watercolor Monogram shirt by Louis Vuitton takes on the summer shirt staple, the Hawaiian-shirt, and adds its iconic monogram pattern in a lighter watercolor painting-inspired design that’s made with 100%  cotton.
Get it here.

For Her:
Want to make a solid first impression on a date this summer? Dior’s got you covered with its Riviera pleated short dress from the brand’s Riviera capsule collection. Featuring the iconic Toile de Jouy Reverse pattern all over its flared silhouette with flat pleats, and crafted in raspberry cotton poplin, the design is an elegant summery addition to your wardrobe.
Get it here.

For Him:
For the gentleman looking to make the same impression, Valentino Men’s multi-color camouflage print Camo Logo jersey t-shirt features a crew neckline and the brand’s logo print front and centre. 
Get it here.

For Her:
Looking for an all-day outfit to fashion until the evening, Dolce & Gabbana’s Tubino polka-dot cherry-print halter midi dress might be just the ticket. This sleevles halter dress is rich in detail with its cherry and polka-dot pattern and mermaid silhouette and pleated hem line that falls below the knee. The form hugging dress is made of silk and spandex. 
Get it here.

For Him: 
Dior, on the other hand, has put out a multi-colour cotton and silk jacquard collar shirt that fits like a glove. Part of a collaboration with artist Kenny Scharf, this short sleeved buttoned shirt was crafted in silk and cotton and boasts multicolor Dior and Kenny Scharf motifs all over
Get it here.

 

Featured image from Dolce & Gabbana.

 

Hot Tropics: Breezy summer fashion styles

Fancy a tropical getaway to a Mediterranean island or to a sandy white beach off the one of Asia’s many beautiful coasts? Perhaps these vogue fantasy fashion styling ideas would inspire you to manifest your deepest sartorial desires…

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On Her:
Handbag by Byredo; Swimsuit by Hermès; Heels by Christian Louboutin
On Him:
Oversized button shirt, shorts by Balenciaga; Shoes by Christian Louboutin

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On Her:
Dress by Valentino; Heels by Valentino Garavani
On Him:
T-shirt and pants by Valentino; Cross-body bag by Valentino Garavani

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Look 3
On Her:
Dress, bag and heels by Versace; 
On Him:
Jacket and pants by Ralph Lauren

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Jacket, vest and pants by Gucci

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On Her:
Bikini top, long skirt, hand bag and heels by Loewe
On Him:
Jacket, shorts, cross-body and shoes by Gucci

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Look 6
On Her:
Top, pants and heels by Emporio Armani
On Him:
Jacket, pants and shoes by Emporio Armani

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Earrings and top by Balenciaga

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On Her:
Crystal-embellished intarsia cotton-blend terry mini dress and crystal-embellished candy mini skirt by David Koma, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Pearl acrylic and gold-tone tote by Cult Gaia, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him:
Jacket and pants by Ralph Lauren; Handbag by Hermès; Shoes by Emporio Armani

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Look 9
On Her:
Dress, handbag, boots by Stella McCartney
On Him:
Hoodie sweater, cross-body bag, pants, and shoes by Balenciaga

 

 

Photographer: Jack Ngai
Videographer: Kingsley Lau
Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma
Female model: Taya (Primo Management Limited)
Male model: Sasha M (Primo Management Limited
Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Joenny Lau

Eternal knot: Favoured by high fashion and high street fashion, scarves are here to stay

As any fashionista would vouch for, scarves are the true chameleon among accessories. Made iconic by yesteryear Tinseltown divas like Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn, this most versatile of accessories seems to have stood the test of time and fickle fashion trends much better than others.

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Audrey Hepburn immortalised the humble scarf for posterity. Img courtesy: abposters

Inevitably adding to its appeal is the fact that scarves are truly for all seasons – whether you wrap a cashmere one around your neck during winters or throw a sheer chiffon one over your dress for a summer’s day date. Bestowed with a beguiling versatility, a scarf can glam up an otherwise plain dress or can even act as a sarong on a beach day. Even the dapper gentlemen are not blind to the allure of this humble piece of clothing, with everyone from football star Cristiano Ronaldo to silver-screen heartthrobs like Johnny Depp and Benedict Cumberbatch jauntily sporting the scarf. Not surprisingly then, for the Fall Winter 2018 season, the runways have been awash with this particular accessory, with each brand trying to beat the next in the game of one-upmanship with a plethora of unique styles and combinations, highlighting the scarf. Check out the gallery below for the best scarf looks from this season.

P.S. Just one secret tip from the fashion pundits – lose the infinity scarf already, before it is winter.

Text: Suchetana Mukhopadhyay