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2013-10-11T21:47:00.000+08:00

It's been a while since my shift to Radar Magazine, which is claimed to be a hipster lifestyle online magazine based in Stockholm, Sweden. A brand new blogsphere, I mean, a new blogging platform refers to a new starting point and more potential opportunities. Back to the muttons, check out my new blog on Radar Magazine and keep following FASHION & FCUKER via Bloglovin'

GETTING SLEEPY

2013-09-07T21:05:00.002+08:00

silk printed pajama blouse: ZARA STUDIOS
white shirt: ZARA
baroque printed tie: GIANFRANCO FERRE VINTAGE
linen striped shorts: ZARA
leather bag: ACNE STUDIOS
patent leather derbies: (similar one here from MARNI)
classic eyeglasses: RAY-BAN

Blame it on a very-late-to-the-game inspiration from Simone Marchetti’s street style photos of going full-throttle in wearing pajama set as well as other talented fashionistas, the seemingly nonsense pajama chic comes into trend throughout the recent seasons. What’s more, the vivid interpretation of Marc Jacobs, who tended to design a complete shocking pajama collection for Louis Vuitton, also profoundly enhanced the trend of pajama chic. As a huge fan of paneled pants, the silver linings over the sets are just too appealing to get over. Leave it all to sleepwear!

INSPIRATION Simone Marchetti wearing head-to-toe pajama set during Milan Fashion Week / Marc Jacobs designed a shocking pajama collection for Louis Vuitton and interpreted pajama chic as well/ Natalia Joos matches her leopard pajama suit with an oversized patterned coat

ITEM ON THE LIST OLIVIA VON HALLIE Alba Maria printed pajama sets / STELLA MCCRTNEY patent leather booties with leopard heels / VALENTINO studded leather derbies

It does work out when going full-throttle in wearing pajama set, since silk pajamas are originally a sort of fancy sophistication. On the other hand, however, I’m not intended to dress like a funky dumpy who has just waken up and started to wander around for some leisure fun. Patent leather, especially for shoes, comes to my sight in the first place cuz its stunning texture is an edgy contrast to the soft silk. Still, some formal dressing elements as the slim-fit white shirt, printed tie, and leather bag ought to be matchy-matchy for a dashing ensemble, while accessorizing heavily with metallic cuffs( which I’d like to have a try) is somehow strongly recommended.

HARSH THE LEATHER

2013-08-20T23:53:00.000+08:00

faux leather jacket: BOY LONDON VINTAGE
floral print shirt:UNION STATION
faux leather shorts: SUN VEGAS
tassels leather bag: ACNE STUDIOS
two-tone sneakers: NIKE FITSOLE
metallic shades with leopard panel: ZARA

Eventually I make it to match floral print with leather garments.For times I've been indulged in the antique and harsh texture of leather which acts as a contrast of the elegant and delightful floral print. These two elements, which I both adore, come together a kind of effortless-chic ensemble that is either vision flattering or physically wearable.Also I'm just gonna tell you that I'm heading off to THE MIDSUMMER STATION LIVE IN HONGKONG tomorrow which I've been so whole-heartedly longing for for a while that I can almost sense the the Silhouette of the Bombshell Blonde.

HAUTE GRUNGE

2013-08-12T00:46:00.001+08:00

oriental print bomber jacket: ZARA

acid-washed loose tank top: VINTAGE

cut-out ripped denim shorts: WRANGLER VINTAGE

rings: H&M

"picnic" clutch: MICHELLY MO

metallic shoes: TOMONARI.CO.KR

cateye shades with leopard panel: ZARA

ITEM ON THE LIST ZARA printed loose jacket/ PULL&BEAR satin-alike kimono jacket/ ZARA oriental print bomber jacket/ ZARA oriental print kimono

I'm thrilled enough to have spotted my favorite denim shorts ever from Niky Lee on Etsy.

FAUX DENIM

2013-08-10T17:43:00.002+08:00

multi-texture denim jacket: CHOIES.COM

"LE REVE" sleeveless denim shirt: CHOIES.COM

patchwork denim jeans: 3.1 PHILLIP LIM

two-tone sneakers: NIKE FITSOLE

transparent clear clutch: KLEAR KLUTCH

eyeglasses: RAY-BAN

As a huge fan of denim,I will never get enough of spotting and snapping up those amazing denim pieces.I guess you've noticed the patchwork denim jeans from 3.1 Phillip Lim which I'd styled it with a navy top and a metallic clutch before, and what is more, my craze for denim has just been getting worse and worse.Thus, I'm thrilled enough to have found the multi-denim jacket from CHOIES.COM and this insanely spectacular hand-ripped denim shorts from Etsy. Profoundly inspired by the favor of dressing in double denim, again I put up an ensemble which not only involve the spirit of double denim, but also with texture mixing elements.And sure this sort of "faux fashion" will definitely appear again, again and again among my outfits.

ITEMS ON THE PURCHASE LIST ETSY hand-ripped denim shorts/3.1 PHILLIP LIM patchwork denim jeans/ CHOIES.COM multi-denim jacket/KENZO parfum d'ete

LET'S GET PHYSICAL

2013-08-06T21:40:00.001+08:00

"zone music" t-shirt: ACNE

checked pyjama shorts: (UNKNOWN)

two-tone sneakers: NIKE FITSOLE

"crying girl" pop art faux leather clutch: (SIMILAR ONE HERE FROM ASOS)

half-frame classic eyeglasses: TOM FORD

80's Gym Fashion is currently on its way of a brand new comeback.Tanning is all the rage!These days I've been doing some jogging without sunburn cream. For one thing, my sensitive skin seems to be messed up during the burning sunlight while for another, I'm fed up with my seemingly girlish skin color.Sure I believe tanned tone looks better and it does.And nothing is more flattering than wearing a tanned skin to respond the call of getting physical.

As it has always been, contrast scent is the major topic I'd like to express via my outfits.Citron yellow works unprecedentedly outstanding on a large range of darker skin, while the clutch with stunning pop art pattern coordinates well with the simple structure garments.Surprisingly, except for the two-tone color block,there is contrast like mesh and cut-out, neoprene and textile fabric happening on the sneakers, which impresses me a lot.

BOMB THE JACKET

2013-07-24T23:52:00.006+08:00

baroque print polyester bomber jacket: VINTAGE (FROM KINSELLA)

acid-washed loose tank top: (FROM MY FATHER)

kimono-style origami satin belt: SUZUYA

slim-fit creased pants: tomonari.co.kr

"paper" clutch: MICHELLY MO

metallic shoes: tomonari.co.kr

multi-texture retro shades with leopard pattern: ZARA

Everybody wants a bomber jacket with elaborate print. Thus,that can explain why I think I'm fortunate enough to have found the seemingly humble KIINSELLA underground, where I spotted this spectacularly elaborate printed bomber jacket.Honestly speaking,peacock man is not who I am.That is to say, I am not the one who is willing to go too far or too hard in styling with the bomber cuz it has probably been quite a statement piece that shouts aloud itself.Head-to-toe print might be okay for the past me but not for the present one.Back to basic, same as the title of the notable album by Christina Aguilera, is the major topic I'd like to show from the following appendant garments.The simple black and white, the contrast of looseness and fitness, and also the most classic form of an eyewear...all those ordinary pieces shine on their ways when the origami satin belt is surprisingly added.

ITEM ON THE LIST BALENCIAGA floral print bomber jacket / MY1STWISH baroque print bomber jacket / JEAN PAUL GAULTIER VINTAGE baroque print silk jacket / GENNY BY GIANNI VERSACE VINTAGE printed silk blazer/ TABERNACLE TWINS 'Stone' bomber jacket / VINTAGE multi-print bomber jacket / JEREMY SCOTT baroque print silk bomber jacket / VERSUS printed Silk Bomber Jacket / ROMANCE WAS BORN futuristic print satin bomber jacket/ VINTAGE baroque print jacket

WEEKLY NEWS

2013-07-24T00:45:00.000+08:00

pajama-style silk blouse: ZARA STUDIO

pajama-style silk pants with panels: ZARA STUDIO

retro printed tank top: H&M TREND

floral printed shirt: UNION STATION

color-blocking tank top with denim trim: G.E.M.

baroque printed polyester jacket: VINTAGE (from KINSELLA)

ORIENTAL LOVER ~shade of grey~

2013-07-22T01:01:00.000+08:00

crane printed kimono: SUZUYA
transparent mirrored sunglasses: (similar one here from LLLESTEVA )
acid-washed tank top: (FROM MY FATHER)
yellow shorts: ZARA
transparent hand clutch: KLEAR KLUTCH
colorblocking basketball sneakers: NIKE ZOOM KOBE VENOMENON 3

Yes! This has been already my third, or more accurately second, oriental inspired look so far.Even though I'm open-minded, and not afraid of those unusual judgments, it's honestly a little weird to wear head-to-toe kimono style in a outta-Japan country, especially, in China, where is filled with guys having incomprehensible prejudice against Japan.But still, the truth is, this kimono, which was spotted accidentally at SUZUYA when I was in Tokyo, has completely blown me away and has gotten me insane. Thus, I have to make attempt to do some stying and transform with this killer.

It first appears in m mind the variation of color-blocking. So I choose the yellow shorts from ZARA to add more contrast accent while the sneakers from NIKE ZOOM KOBE VENOMENON III play an extra role to strike a balance and add more sporty chic statement.You know I quite like the idea of matching kimono with sneakers, for I consider it an intriguing combo of classic beauty and modern energy. And for the sneakers themselves, my affection towards them has been beyond my words could tell.

ORIENTAL LOVER

2013-07-19T00:44:00.000+08:00

oriental printed loose bomber jacket: ZARA

striped loose structure pants: MIXSEVEN

acid-washed tank top: (FROM MY FATHER)

"paper"clutch: MICHELLY MO

transparent mirrored sunglasses: (similar one here from LLLESTEVA )

fretwork cuff: ASOS (SOLD OUT!)

structure rings: H&M

metallic shoes: tomonari.co.kr

I have to admit that my affection for Oriental culture has enhanced after my 10-day off in Japan.During my trip when I was at Hakone Town, which is a nationwide notable holiday resort for Japanese and foreigners, I happened to learn the manners of wearing a kimono and going to a hot spring.From those countless kimonos on the street, I spotted various fabrics, styles, patterns, as well as different prints and details. Sure I believe Japanese wear a variation on kimonos.However, their willingness of dressing in this traditional garments reveals the spirit of a people——self-confidence, self-conscious, and somehow pragmatism.

And as the French fashion designer Pierre Cardin once said whilst examining kimonos in Japan, “There is no need to change this perfect traditional costume.", Kimono spirit do inspires fashion a lot. Take Emilio Pucci' s spring 2013 collection for instance, a wide range of kimono silhouettes were brought into use with those oriental prints and satin fabrics. Not come singly but in pairs, the embroidered souvenir jacket from 3.1 Phillip Lim also uses kimono for reference to create a sporty oriental look.

ITEMS ON THE LIST ZARA printed jacket/ PULL&BEAR printed kimono/ATHENA PROCOPIOU geometric kimono/ ZARA oriental printed loose jacket/ RIVER ISLAND navy blue kimono/ TOPSHOP printed kimono/VIX St. Barths Helen floral tunic/ ZARA embroidered kimono/ 3.1 PHILLIP LIM embroidered neoprene bomber/ ZARA printed pajama blouse/ FRONT ROW SHOP printed kimono/ 3.1 PHILLIP LIM embroidered souvenir jacket

INSANE

2013-07-15T00:23:00.001+08:00

embroidered leather jacket: BOY LONDON VINTAGE
cut-out mesh vest: H&M
tailored striped shorts: CUSTOM MADE
denim clutch: AMERICAN APPAREL
half-frame classic eyeglasses: TOM FORD

Finally make a comeback here with some summer easy chic.During my trip to Japan, I was profoundly impressed by the loose, casual but edgy looks interpreted by the dashing Japanese. What inspired me most was their effortless attitude to dressing between up and down, for some of them even managed to interpret looseness by wearing head-to-toe leather or magnificent prints while denim would meanwhile be the secret weapon of cutting edge.

I hope you've remembered the mesh top from H&M and denim clutch from American Apparel since I had mentioned these two killers before.Though it seems that they have nothing to do with oriental essence, they are probably connected to the Japanese style in some words.And I have to admit my affection to the variation of this mesh top with cut-out style, which is by means able to reach various situations.

JAPAN ~episode I~

2013-07-06T23:50:00.000+08:00

Sorry for being probably silent for while, for these days I've been engaged in preparing my trip to Japan with my friends at primary school, thus, currently we are in Hakone Town about to complete the day four schedule.

Honestly speaking, it's my debut experience to another country, as for times I had been too lazy to make any practical plans.Nerve, insecurity, and a little bit of sudden homesickness filled in my brain on the first day of our trave l.However, as our flight landed punctually and safely at Natari Aiport, all that concern came out of my way in a sudden and I was so eager to explore a brand new culture and staffs in a new country ever than before.

We headed to Odaiba in Tokyo after checking in the hostel Khaosan Tokyo Labarory for some night treasure. Of course the Sky Wheel at the Platte Town caught our heart at the first sight we arrived. There was a moment I believe that the whole world had turned into complete silence except for us. And there was almost nothing better than overlooking the nightscape of Tokyo with the rainbow light flaring.

What I expected the most was the second day's schedule and sure it was. Not to mention the unbelievable view from the observatory of Tokyo Tower or the harmonious air at the Imperial Palace, we were fortunate enough to have met the Emperor of Japan when we are just getting of the railway station.I was also surprised to spot a supersonic vintage silk shirt with fire frame embroidery by Johnny Suede at Jumpin' Jack's and a gorgeous printed jacket at Kinsella.

On the third day we went on some busy walk around Tokyo including the notable Sensoji Temple, the University of Tokyo, Akihabara, Ginza area,and the significant Tokyo Skytree.

Right now I'm sitting in front of my notebook(though my roommates have all gone to sleep) and waiting for the fifth day to come after a dramatic foggy foggy day in Hakone Town enjoying the cool wind, moist air, hot spring, and a series crush of traditional Japanese yum!

Going to bed right now, talk to you guys later. Have a nice weekend!

WEEKLY NEWS

2013-06-12T23:54:00.000+08:00

white mesh vest: H&M

black leather belt: H&M

turquoise sunglasses: H&M

half-frame classic eyeglasses: TOM FORD

white leather sneakers: MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

denim clutch bag: AMERICAN APPAREL

SHEERNESS AND EDGE

2013-06-09T04:42:00.001+08:00

patchwork organza white shirt: (FROM DOOTA SHOP)

faux leather cut-out "F" vest: FRONT ROW SHOP(sold out!) + DIY

tailored striped shorts: CUSTOMMADE

embroidered leather jacket: BOY LONDON VINTAGE

transparent clear clutch: ONLINE SHOP

holographic mini clutch: H&M

fretwork gold bracelet: FOREVER 21

classic watch: CASIO

metallic shoes: www.tomonari.co.kr

“I feel like menswear has gotten to a point for me where it had to be thrown out the window and dragged back in,” the creativity-conscious designer J.W.Anderson, who is known for his unisex designs said backstage after his 2013 S/S menswear show,” There’s something that he's gone stale for a while in men’s, and I think you have to blow it up-then you've spawned a look.”

ON THE RUNWAY Dries Van Noten/ J.W.Anderson/Ports 1961/ GIVENCHY/ Costume National/J.W.Anderson/ Dries Van Noten

Just as clear as is shown on the 2013 s/s menswear runway shows, more so-called feminine elements, in particular, a variety of womenswear fabrics are added in a large scale. Designers tend to span menswear fabrics from the conventional butch canvas or twill to more “girly” voile, taffeta, or even the sheerest and clearest organza. Still, not focusing on creating a feminine or girlish mens look, masculine is turned more attention to in a shorter, tighter, or sheerer way.

the original faux leather sweatshirt from FRONT ROW SHOP

ON THE WISHLIST BLK DNM black and white leather jackets / ALEXANDER WANG Cutout silk-crepe and fishline top, shorts, sweatshirt, vest, and aline leather sandals / STELLA MCCARTNEY sheer plisse dress and black and white mesh sweater/ MAISON RABIH KAYROUZ sheer panel dress/ SKAIST-TAYLOR neon open-knit sweater / IRO taylor cutout cotton t-shirt / JIMMY CHOO Mila cutout mirrored-leather pumps and Mogul studded suede cage sandals/ ALAÏA leather cutout bag

I have to admit the difficulty of interpreting these growing prevalent sheer pieces, for they can probably make a slim boy look either slutty or sissy. Thus, in order to put up a complete ensemble which is appropriate but somehow still much revealing the hot trend of see-through, I choose an alternative path of playing with patchwork. Dressing in a large scale of sheer fabric requires a well-built physical shape as well as great bravo, while patchwork, which is of a little bit of structure and creativity on sight, makes it more comfortable and refreshing to reveal the body. To be more specific, I put a leather vest with cut-out detail which is re-constructed from a oversize t-shirt on the sheer shirt to strike another balance.

MOVES LIKE RACKERS

2013-05-26T03:01:00.000+08:00

navy "COLLAGE" joshi t-shirt: ACNE (sold out!)

patchwork color-blocking denim jeans: 3.1 PHILLIP LIM

metallic candy clutch: MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA WITH H&M

eyewear: OLIVER PEOPLES

askin metal silver shoes: ACNE

First time ever in Shenzhen,MIDI Music Festival fell last week for three days from May.17 to May.19. As newcomers in music festivals, I, along with Fay, Will, and Water, was filled with enthusiasm about that.

Fay is wearing: HOLLISTER navy printed bra top and mini skirt/ T.U.K platform shoes / VINTAGE red leather bag

I have to make it clear that we are definitely all RACKERS for real, since participating in a music festival is for us a kinda of leisure treasure.Pogo, geek shoulder bags, crazy scream, or day-to-night MIDI camping? I say NO! We say NO! The warm refreshing touch of the summer light, the soft and wild wind, and also the intoxicating air——that's ALL what it is! Though we had been mocking ourselves as true RACKERS rather than loyal rockers all the time, wandering around the grassland, dropping by on occasion for those outrageous and phenomenal bands, and spotting MIDI-exclusive snacks are honestly another forms of enjoying a music festival.

Water is wearing : TOPSHOP "GEEK" slogan top & striped pencil skirt/ NEW BALANCE color blocking sneakers/ VINTAGE red leather bag

Weirdos as we are, still, none of us will deny the charm of of the band Chochukmo, an independent experimental rock band from Hong Kong. There is no doubt that Jan Curious, the vocal of the bans, rocked up the MIDI stage to be an irreplaceable highlight that day.Either exceptional or indispensable, there were probably no flattering words could be more appropriate than the powerful voice itself. Fortunately, we by chance made it to meet Jan at backstage and posed for the pictures with him.So damn amazing!

LEATHER

2013-05-18T23:21:00.001+08:00

studded T-shirt： WWW.DANDYINNE.COM

acne inspired leather jacket: A-BOW

striped pants: CHOIES.COM (sold out)

hologrphic metallic clutch: BACKSTAGE

askin metal silver shoes: ACNE

rings: H&M

eyewear: OLIVER PEOPLES

Sadly speaking, I'm kinda hate the super hot and humid weather in subtropical zones, I mean, the blooming awful weather in Shenzhen. I'm dragooned into dressing more simple, sheerer and shorter outfits instead of playing with layering. Thus, these spectacular "resort" jackets, which have been worn less than four times, are stored deep inside the dark and dusty wardrobe currently.

For the record, I'm enthusiastic about tomorrow's event right now, charging my physical battery in case being knocked down.However,I'd like to keep you guessing first. Anyway, talk to you guys later, and, nice weekend!

STRIPE! STRIPE! STRIPE!

2013-05-10T22:01:00.001+08:00

blue and white shirt and shorts： WWW.DANDYINNE.COM

baroque print tie: LANVIN VINTAGE

hand-drawn floral bracelets: from street stand

tassels brogues: WWW.FABRIXGUARE.COM

"Time for Lunch" clutch: MICHELLY MO

eyewear: OLIVER PEOPLES

Whether horizontal, vertical, thin, thick, black and white or in living colors, stripes make a graphic statement, which has been always known to all. However, sometimes we get bored of wearing stripes, considering they are too common, plain, or similar in patterns to make a unique statement. The truth, we’ve got used to the head-to-toe monochrome stripe looks reinterpreted by Marc Jacobs from his S/S 2013 collection. Thus, we expect more on the innovation of stripes.

Generally speaking, there are three kinds of stripes impressing me most from all the spring/summer 2013 collections. To begin with, Michael Kors' little trick of blocking the stripes in contrasted color patterns as decorations caught my eye at the first sight. They look modern, clean, and are seemingly having a story to tell. Then we can’t have overseen the indispensable Dolce & Gabbana, which the 50s spirits and unconventional stripes of Sicilian style are dexterously combined. And still, Jonathan Saunders never fails to blow us away by playing with a large range of holographic fabrics on stripes.
Alas, stripes are cool. And as for those invented ones——superb! It’s alluring that one can probably embrace both the summer easiness and spectacular designs when dressing in those stripes garments.

ON THE CATWALK DOLCE & GABBANA spring/summer 2013 collections

ITEM ON THE LIST MARC JACOBS striped sequin-embellished jersey top / DOLCE & GABBANA striped pencil skirt,dress, pointed flats,pointed heels,shoulder bags, shorts, blazer, and sunglasses/ UNKNOWN striped pillow /EQUIPMENT sloane striped silk sweater / J.CREW cotton-blend mini skirt/JASON WU striped crochet-knit cotton-blend sweater / ÉTOILE ISABEL MARANT malo striped cotton-blend sweater /BY MALENE BIRGER trille striped cotton pencil skirt/ J.CREW pastel Vienna striped cashmere sweater/ JONATHAN SAUNDERS issy holographic striped crepe pencil skirt/ BAND OF OUTSIDERS blue and white striped blazer

As for my ensemble, I’m aiming at constructing a sense of casual wearing but meanwhile with a sneak peak of edge. Thus, I pick the blue and white stripes suit from WWW.DANDYINNE.COM, which is made of linen and has unconventional stripe pattern. I have to say I’m so into the unpolished touching of linen fabric, and moreover, it is light and porous enough to breathe the summer freshness. For the accessorizing part, a vintage LAVIN printed tie is effortlessly necked around the collar as necklace to flaunt a sense of humor chic. Last but not least, my favorite hand-drawn floral bracelets are definitely included to echo the casual spirit.

WHITE AESTHETICS

2013-05-04T21:48:00.000+08:00

"MARGIELA 57" T-shirt： LES(ART)ISTS

acne inspired leather jacket: A-BOW

tailored white pants: ASM (sold out)

metallic candy clutch: MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA with H&M

metallic shoes: ACNE

fretwork gold bracelet: FRONT ROW SHOP (sold out)

eyewear: OLIVER PEOPLES

For ages, there has been affection to the color black. Black, in their mindsets, represents the most profound part of the nature and human’s characters. They believe in black, though it seems untouchable, mysterious, and somehow invisible. And as Karl Lagerfeld once stated “One is never over- or under- dressed with a little BLACK dress”, it’s widely convinced that black, among with its cryptic idiosoma, contains an unpredictable power.

White, which is always considered as the opposite of black, has been named some definitely contrary explanations. Blank, colorless, pale, or even hollow or sick, these words are most commonly used to interpret white. However, except for those negative thoughts of white or the differences between black and white, they actually share relevance, at least for one thing, as far as I’m concerned, they both flaunt the unique power in their own way.

We've all heard of the eternal safety of dressing in black, which is somehow too suitable and wearable to show more personalities or make an outstanding statement, for I believe that black is always acting like an embellishment. In some circumstances, some become a little bit more conventional in black. For one’s original curves or physical shape are well wrapped and rebuilt. They rely on black to regain “confidence”, rather than letting their inner inherent power tell.

White, however, provides an absolutely “blank” opportunity for one to speak aloud. Sure you've heard of the miraculous stories of a white slogan tee changing the world. With white garments, one's inherent physical shapes will probably get completed shown. It's another sort of confidence, the confidence comes from your temperament and innermost——the real confidence. And even though we step back from those changing-the-world moments or confidence sayings, it's summer now and for sure the exact time to wear white on. Just turn up the volume of your white aesthetics, and enjoy the power of white as well as embracing the sunshine!

SICILIAN FOREST

2013-04-30T01:11:00.000+08:00

Baroque style shirt and T-shirts: WWW.DANDYINNE.COM

With the arrival of the footsteps of the hot, dry summer, it's another fab time for those outrageous ones to wear treasures of prints.No matter meeting unexpected sections of anaglyph fantasies in Baroque period, or sensing the liberated gospel of the neoclassical art. Even if the whispers wandering across the pillows and tracing back to Sicily will make you re-experience the real means of prints.

Recently, I'm in collaboration with one of China menswear leaders DANDYINNE ( WWW.DANDYINNE.COM ) to select my favs from their spring/summer 2013 collection and get them re-styled. This collection, as you may have caught some evidence above, is inspired by the Italian drama film "Malèna" which begins in Sicily.In the film, Renato is deeply obsessed with Malena and starts fantasizing about her. From his Sicilian white shirt and his bluer back shadow, we can dimly touch the heartbeats of the flipping times. Though time flies, chances are, we can still recall the sentimental years when dressing in these garments.

JERSEY ADDICTION

2013-04-20T22:02:00.000+08:00

#7 Anthony New York Knicks blue NBA Replica jersey： ADIDAS

moto jacket: BOY LONDON VINTAGE

keen suit tailored surf shorts: CUSTOM MADE

metallic candy clutch: Maison Martin Margiela at H&M

metallic shoes: http://tomonari.co.kr

fretwork gold bracelet: FOREVER 21

rings: H&M

glasses: H&M

ITEMS ON THE LIST ADIDAS #1 Amare Stoudemire New York Knicks NBA Replica jersey; ADIDAS #7 Anthony New York Knicks white NBA Replica jersey; New York Mets Cooperstown Royal Replica jersey; ADIDAS trefoil fitted caps; New York Yankees Home jersey; Hakeem Nicks New York white NFL Game jersey; New York Mets David Wright Replica Home Baseball Jersey; New York Yankees messenger bag;NHL New York Islanders 91 John Tavares white hockey jersey

After times of stepping in your favorite department stores downtown or searching passionately on the online vintage shops for fresh pieces, you, as well as me, may probably touch a sense of aimlessness or boredom. All the time, we're attempting to be unique, to be creative, and to let ourselves stand out in the crowd. However, as department stores literally provide commonly prevalent garments, while we suddenly find vintage pieces fabulous but still a little stereotyped to wear, why don't we take a chance on some other things apart from those edges—— I mean, sportswear will be good!

I have to say that I'm not an athletic spirit.But jerseys, which providing wearing comfort and meanwhile embracing color-blocking designs, prove to be an alternative choice for wardrobes.Honestly, they are more commonly worn by mountains of guys.However, I'm not encouraging you to dress yourself with head-to-toe basketball jerseys.(otherwise you may probably be considered to be picking up a basketball from your straight roommates and rushing to the playground as a basketball idiot..) Since jerseys represent flexibility and oversize looseness, sharp and edgy pieces such as leather jackets or stunning shorts are advisable matching.Moreover, as I usually do, metallic accessories with alluring structures are also in need.

TECHNOLOGICAL ROMANCE

2013-04-13T13:17:00.003+08:00

JUUN.J alike taupe robot print neoprene sweatshirt: BY THE R SHOP

keen suit tailored surf shorts: CUSTOM MADE

flipped sunglasses: H&M

whie shirt: FANNY MOCHA

metallic shoes: tomonari.co.kr

holographic clutch: ONLINE SHOP
plastic clear clutch: ONLINE SHOP

When tracing back to the 16th century——the Renaissance Splendor, men clothing expressed an assertive, confident masculinity through bulky layers that increased a man physical presence. Huge shoulders, broad chests, and an emphasis on exaggerate silhouettes all enhanced a sense of the active body.

Back to the present, from the current womenswear collections, there is a distinct shadow of the masculine inspiration. Excessively wide shoulders, oversize shapes, outta-space silhouettes were reinterpreted by designers like Olivier Rousteing, Stella McCartney, and Nicolas Ghesquière. However, thanks to the advances of the technology, instead of using padding to achieve the exaggeration, designers these days have drawn much of their attention to new fabrics and textiles to recreate the inspiration. Transformed compound cashmere, lightened but strengthened colored leather, or even Neoprene(widely used in diving suits), these fabrics, which are considered to be easily-shaped but meanwhile lighter, are developed and put into use to embrace the designers’ fantasies. Elements which used to act as the signature features of garments’ decoration such as heavy embroideries, strong vertical lines of cut, and trims encrusted with sumptuous jewelry and gold threads, are now abandoned and replaced by elaborate digital prints.No matter fusions of futuristic fantasies, unconstrained geometric structure, or the transcended versions of those famous photography, technology innovation provides us with an ultimate expression of beauty and romance.

an alternative way to have a try on hi-tech fashion: ACCESSORIZING

ITEM ON THE LIST STELLA MCCARTNEY/ PROENZA SCHOULER holographic/NASTYGAL/CHANEL/UKNOWN/KLEAR KLUTCH/STELLA MCCARTNEY/STELLA MCCARTNEY/SOMEWHERE NO WHERE/SOMEWHERE NO WHERE/UNKOWN/STELLA MCCARTNEY/UNKNOWN/NASTYGAL

Some people are complaining about the flashiness of hi-tech garments, claiming that they are too exaggerate or bold for the ordinary to wear. However, there are some wisdom of styling these pieces, where as for me, matching these loud garments with plain and tailored ones. A simple white shirt, well-tailored pants with a pair of inventive shoes will be good, and what's more, picking just one of those sophisticated hi-tech accessories like the holographic clutch from Stella McCartney will also be a proper choice.

COOKING MODE

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salad beef with potatoes & broccoli

fresh taste dumpling soup

Guilin Rice Noodles with meat sauce & rich cheese

Tofu with shallots

HOT SPO(R)T

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royal blue oversize coat: Jimmy Kwok

monochrome pajama suit: SODAWATER

"Time for Lunch" clutch: MICHELLY MO

PVC clear clutch: ONLINE SHOP

flipped sunglasses: H&M

colorblocking sneakers: NIKE LUNARFLY +3

Fashion never compromises, and never will.Recently I went to Guangzhou and watched the "Culture Chanel" exhibition. “Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. "Coco Chanel stated, "Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening."In 1913, Coco Chanel founded a new store and created an innovative sporty style ——with Jersey dresses and sailor clothes.

Time flies, but the sporty spirit in fashion stands still.Especially when taking a glance at several Spring 2013 collections, you may probably sense the trend of sporty chic. Jackets and pants made of sportswear fabrics,sportswear silhouette,maxidress-with-sneakers combos...When it comes to styling a flowing chiffon dress nowadays, one may no longer just simply match a pair of edgy heels with it, instead, she will possibly choose a pair of spectacular sneakers to make a statement.

INSPIRATION Vika Gazinskaya, Vintage CHANEL "sportswear",MARC JOCOBS spring/summer 2013, Simone Marchetti, Susie Lau, sporty chic 2013, Celine

ITEM ON THE LIST Alexander Wang lace-up leather boots

ITEMS ON THE LIST Asics Gel Lyte III/ NIKE AIR MAX/ ADIDAS by Stalla McCartney/ NEW BALANCE

It was not until I found Vika Gazinskaya matching a cute couture dress with sneakers and cap did I made up my mind to attempt sporty style.In my look, just as I have mentioned before, I got the NIKE LUNARfly +3 sneakers at discount in Hongkong. Since the shoes themselves are of highly cathy attraction, I only select a "pajama suit" with monochrome stripe, which has been proved to be another tremendous hit in this season. Moreover, I place the oversize blue coat on shoulders as a response to the sneakers.

ETHEREAL MOMENTUM

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It has always been some fashion reviewers chattering how London Fashion Week lets them down by complaining the endless use of prints. However, Mary Katrantzou did prove them wrong this time by providing us a spectacularly gorgeous collection.

Despite the strong, stiff experimental shapes - often resembling deconstructed geisha costumes, with origami-like panels of printed material bound with industrial belts.It seems that Mary Katrantzou shifted away from the prints and color palette that have contributed to her meteoric rise, to a strong focus on shape and silhouette. Inspired by Edward Steichen's and Alfred Stieglitz's photographs, we can probably sense the impressionistic tone of their black and white photos. Katrantzou took full advantage of her remarkable techniques of pattern and cuttings to reengineer nature effectively.

Not to mention more about the blossom-laden tree print with the midst moonlight, or the amazing Perforation technique of Zen scenery, Katrantzou's option for the architecture of asymmetry and contrast are the major events of this collection. A series of ethereal and slightly melancholic Origami dresses, a black mohair dress patterned with white woven lace evoking the graphic latticework of an iron bridge, a long black leather dress with cape sleeves embossed with graphics derived from a city scape print, intarsia knits glistening with iridescent prints, and a structured black jacquard suit with a shadowy pattern of trees. While less catchy than past seasons, the collection was impressive in its artisanal handiwork. It is clear Katrantzou is looking to strip back in order to evolve, but she has to be careful not to stray too far from her brand identity.

VALENtie ~ Bonne Saint-Valentin~

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plaid three-piece suit: www.dandyinne.com

Slim Fit White Shirt: FANNY MOCHA

"Time for Lunch" clutch: MICHELLY MO

baroque print tie: LANVIN Vintage

tassels brogues: www.fabrixquare.com

Romantic flounce, large scale of red, classy illustrations, and elegant waves, these are my first impression on LANVIN by Alber Elbaz.Not to mention what Alber once said that he created those extremely romantic garments to make women look more charming and alluring, just take a glance of the perfume names from the house: "Marry Me!","RUMEUR","Jeanne La Rose"......we can somehow sense the connection between LANVIN and Valentine's Day.

Thus, for Valentine's day, I decide to dress in a very LANVIN way (although just dress up alone for myself, so poor....anyway...)From my own perspectives, a LANVIN man is passionate,rigorous,circumspective but still a little bit frivolous. He will definitely chooses a classic two-buttoned check suit with only one button buckled-up. He loves those refreshing but timeless prints, so the tie, the pocket square must be carefully considered before being put into use.

ITEMS ON THE LIST

LANVIN bow ties, tie pins from the menswear collection

And as long as I've got my suit and tie/

I'mma leave it all on the floor tonight/

And you got fixed up to the nines/

Let me show you a few things /

All pressed up in black and white/

And you're dressed in that dress I like/

Love is swinging in the air tonight/
Let me show you a few things....."

Just dress up tonight, swinging and dancing to the beat of "SUIT and TIE" by Justin Timberlake. No matter you are single or not, stay chic——and have fun~