My MANy Bags Trendspotting #166

Below: Recapture your college days with Varsity jackets... love the look. It seems the jackets are slowly gaining favours with fashion fans...

Below: Girls can wear them too and look chic as ever!

Varsity Jackets For Him And Her

I am on the verge of buying a varsity jacket... College cool seems to be picking up pace and we see pics of fashion fans wearing them more and more. Such as this gentlemen and Caroline from Stockholm Streetstyle (wearing her Isabel Marant version). Love the look. It brings a certain youthful vibe, of yesteryear where you were young, still rebellious, full of energy and the world of opportunities awaits you:-)

Varsity jackets anyone?

Source: Stockholm Streetstyle

My MANy Bags News #317

Club 21 May Madness

I know this piece of news a 2 days late... but if you hold a Club 21 card with discount privileges... remember to shop till you drop this May Day long weekend. On top of your discounts, you get additional 10% off with 2 items purchased, and 15% off for 3 items and above. That's almost like 27% discount, if you are a Elite or Prestige card members (who enjoys 15% off regular priced merchandise) buying 3 items and above! WOW... it's like sale before the sale season level of savings:-P

Hurry down to Club 21 stores now. Promotion ends 2 May.

Source: Club 21 Global

My Shopping Conquest #122

Below: The closest I will probably come to getting a 'tattoo'...:-P Love my new Louis Vuitton x Scott Campbell Spring Summer 2011 étole tattoo bleu. 'Chinese Mafia' LV style?

Below: One of the key pieces in LV's Spring Summer 2011 mens collection... the cotton stole is fabulous under blazers and sweaters!

Louis Vuitton x Scott Campbell Spring Summer 2011 Mens étole Tattoo Bleu

Louis Vuitton is the king of collaborations. You have to applaud Marc Jacobs for his unusually acute sense of successful collaborative projects with famous artists. From Murakami to Richard Prince, Rei Kawakubo and now for Spring Summer 2011... celebrity tattoo artist Scott Campbell. I am usually not a fan of tattoos. I can tolerate seeing them in small amounts on other people (gives them a cool edge I must say, when done right), but never on myself. I will just get tired of the design very soon and regret it for life:-(

But it was love at first sight for this Louis Vuitton x Scott Campbell Spring Summer 2011 Mens étole Tattoo Bleu after I first saw Bagaholicboy flaunt his on twitter. I immediately got smitten by Scott's highly original style! His work for LV is street vs. fine art vs. fashion... all done with lots of personality and attitude. What's more, the oriental theme motif is what I deemed a contemporary take on chinese mafia style, 'bad boy' cool anyone?:-P

I told myself I must track one down. The LV gods heard my wishes and and I managed to find the seasonal-release cotton stole at Ngee Ann City's LV store. Only 2 pieces were available... of course one came home with me. I grabbed at the chance to own this fashion piece cum collectible art:-) (My friend said Scott Campbell is going to get even more famous:-) So this might be a highly sought after collectible in the future.)

Below: Oriental dragons and tattoo style LV monogram flowers... a cool intepretation of contemporary body art... Scott Campbell's work is amazing!

The stole features subdued colours of pale blues, brown tones and greys with motifs of chinese dragons and a series of reinterpreted tattoo style LV monogram. I also love the extreme creasing which give the scarf a used and nonchalant look. Perfect to peek out from under your blazers and sweaters, definitely a conversational piece at events:-)

Below: Close-up look at the prints on the extreme creased stole... lovely colour combination!

Can't wait to head to cooler climates soon to put this stole to good use:-) It's been so long since LV has gotten my 'shopping adrenaline' pumping this much... Very pleased with my purchase and love Scott Campbell!

Source: myMANybags, Style, Louis Vuitton

The Material Boy #464

Below: More ASOS finds for an early week 'guilt free' retail therapy... Check out these Shirt/Jersey Mix Polo T-shirts with contrast patch pockets/collars/sleeves of plaids and gingham checks! Love them... especially at only £15 (Free international shipping too)!

Early Week Shopping Temptations: ASOS Shirt and Jersey Mix Polo Shirt

This early in the week and I am scouring the web for some retail therapy. Work is especially trying especially when you just got back from a holiday! Retail remedies is imperative!

To avoid breaking the bank, I turned to my favourite online retailer ASOS for yet another successful dose of mood lifting shopping. Today's find are these fabulous preppy casual ASOS Shirt and Jersey Mix Polo Shirts which combines different panelling effects and materials for added interest! I love the navy colour version with gingham checks fabric lining on the placket and sleeves:-) How cute! And the black version with a pop of red plaid on the pockets, collar and placket is a welcome addition for any geek chic purveyor:-)

Below: Navy polo shirt with contrast red gingham checks lining on the placket and sleeves (£15)... So cute!

Below: Or this black polo shirt with contrast red plaid collars and placket (£15)... Preppy cool!

Wear with bow ties, shorts, thick rim glasses or fedora hats... there you go... 'Brad Goreski' at your disposal?

Best news... these amazing polo shirts costs just a mere £15 with free international to add! I just clicked on the purchase button... guess which one I got?:-) Click here to get yours:-)

Source: ASOS

The Material Boy #462

Below: Frivolous expensive wants for this Sunday! Love these Louis Vuitton 'summertime fun'
Ailleur Key Holders:-) How cute...

Weekend Things To Break Your Bank: Louis Vuitton Ailleur Key Holders

In this edition of frivolous material wants for the weekend, I am turning my attention to cute little expensive things that might bring a smile or two for Sunday.

While walking past Louis Vuitton at Ngee Ann City yesterday, I was duly charmed by these cute little Louis Vuitton Ailleur Key Holders displaying playfully inside the store windows. The adorable multi-coloured motifs of summertime fun, from palm tree, beach hut to parrot, immediately resonates with me. Beach vacation here I come! I am loving the tropical feeling that these vivid coloured key holders evoked. Perfect for decorating any bag, breathing island/beach time chic to your beloved arm candies.

Which one do you like best? I am in a love at first sight with the Ailleur City Key Holder. Somehow the greens and palm trees with an orange monogram flower combination is cheerful and super cute. I also like the mix of resin and gold metal materials which combines mundane and luxury for a quirky appeal to the key holders.

Retails for USD330. Yes, I did mention outfront that these are expensive indulgences for the weekend:-P

I am going back to LV to check them out in person today!

Source: Louis Vuitton

The Material Boy #461

Below: Christian Louboutin is unrelenting in letting up on your wallets... the new Spacer Flat with a tough biker style design is here to coerce your $$$! Comes in black and white leather or beige suede... retails for US$1195

Christian Louboutin Mens Spacer Flat

New Christian Louboutin mens shoes for all you 'red sole' fans! It seems Mr Louboutin is unrelenting in easing up our wallets. Here's a new design... taller, tougher to coerce more of your $$$! Introducing the Christian Louboutin Spacer Flat... at first glance, the black version looked to me like a biker jacket made into a shoe. Love the buckled straps that cris-cross on the front, with a zipper side to add to tough appeal. Comes in black, white leather or beige suede and retails for US$1195. Which one will make it to your shoe closet?

Oh no...more temptations...

Source: Christian Louboutin

The Material Boy #460

Below: Found these Prada S2011 Espadrilles in my size! So should I or should I not?

Prada Spring Summer 2011 Espadrilles Brogues: Should I or Should I not?

I finally spotted these in my size... (the mens version in tobacco brown colour!). But the question is, after seeing the thicker soles with a orange colour band on the sole of the women's version, do I still get the mens? That strip of orange colour makes the shoe pop even more... the thicker sole is also much more funky. However, sizing is an issue when getting the women's version... since it is cut narrow and the possibility of fitting into or getting one in my size is still questionable. So do I go for the men's version, readily available to me now (compromised on the much preferred Women's version) or try my luck for the version I truly love?

There's also a final worry that these shoes might become irrelevant after SS2011... too many people own and worn them. Not a good thing since these are pricey shoes!

Dilemma, dilemma... decisions, decisions:-)

(PS, both men and women's version are of the same price)

Source: Prada

My MANy Bags Trendspotting #164

Below: Pierre Hardy Cube Pattern Clutch looking fab in this latest pic by Jak and Jil!

Pierre Hardy Cube Pattern Canvas Clutch Spotted!

This latest pic by Jak and Jil affirms my love for the Pierre Hardy Cube Pattern Canvas Clutch that I recently got. Apparently the clutch comes with a biege coloured leather trim (Mine's black) as well, fabulous combination with the cube pattern's Khaki undertones. I would not mind this version!

A nice statement piece that serves as a base for bright tone colours, such as the red and blue stripes on the pic.

Love!

Source: Jak and Jil

The Material Boy #459

Below: Weekend things to 'break' your bank... retail temptations this weekend from ASOS... Love these multi-coloured brogues (was £45 (i got mine at his price! yay!) but recently the price went up to £50! Yikes!). Fabulous combination, great for cropped pants geek chic:-P

Below: From geek to ethnic... love these t-shirts with graphic ethnic prints too (£14 each)

Weekend Things To 'Break' Your Bank: ASOS New Arrivals

Okay maybe these weekend temptations will not set your bank account into a deficit... so you can joyfully enjoy some online shopping with minimal guilt. These ASOS new arrivals are simply a delight while being very well priced.

I am already in love (and ordered) the Grey Navajo Print T-shirt which features 'hand-sketch' patterns on the yoke of the t-shirt. Love the position of the print which wraps around the neck and front, an unusual placement of t-shirt prints! Will be cool to pull off an ethnic look with cropped skinny pants:-) Love it.

And if you have some biceps and pecs to show off, grab that Vest With Ethnic Print on the front and solid black panel on the back, very graphic with a tribal twist:-) All these to set you back £14 each... you cannot complain.

My biggest love for this week has to be these ASOS Multi Coloured Leather Brogues in shades of tan and chocolate and black tones... lovely lovely panelling effect, it's an instant dandy hit in my books! Love the textured and smooth leather combination:-) The wooden sole is also endearing for a classic design, but done in a fun sartorial way. Brogues are huge this season, so this one is a must buy especially at only £45 (the price went up on website to £50!... Yikes)! (Just ordered the brogues as well! I forsee this to be a hit, just like the ASOS Anchor Buckle Belt (SOLD OUT)... Hurry before sizes run out:-p)

And if you need one more reason to indulge, ASOS ships FREE internationally:-)

(Click here for some weekend retail therapy)

Okay, I am off to make some mouse clicks and enjoy some shopping cart filling time... Happy weekends.

(One little trivia: ASOS = As Seen On Screen... in case you are wondering. ASOS started out as a shopping sight offering pieces that looked similar or was what celebrities wore.)

Source: ASOS

Ad Campaigns And Catalogues #211

Below: Love those runway featured Fendi bags from Spring Summer 2011! The multi-coloured Silvana bags are a visual delight, elegant and colourful!

Below: Fendi's new 2Bag is practical and graphic in appeal with bold stripes and colours!

Below: Fendi's Peekaboo is a classic, timeless chic any day! Love those snakeskin linings and materials...

Fendi Spring Summer 2011 Womens Bags

I have been featuring a lot of the mens content lately on my blog... and I feel I have somehow left out my female readers. So here's a dedicated womens themed blog post for all those lovely ladies who supported me. Time to get you into a shopping mood! Be tempted by Fendi's gorgeous and colourful Spring Summer 2011 bags collection.

Out of the season's offerings, the most outstanding have to be these 3 series of bags which I am very impressed. Fendi used to be a perpetrator of ugly bags, pre-Peekaboo days. Thankfully they got better and better over the past 4 seasons. These are the designs I would snap up in a heartbeat if I am a gal.

1) The Fendi Silvana Bag is a sophisticated tote handle carry all that befits an equally stylish woman for day and night. Crafted with contrasting materials, some with exotic skins and textured leather of up to 3 different colours (perfect for colour crazed Spring Summer 2011), it is a stunning arm candy to build colours for your looks. You just cannot miss out on those gorgeous colours that add visual depth any style. The brass buckle design (on the handle) is also one of the best Fendi has come up with. Love the rounded and chunky feel branded with their 'F' insignia. Understated but not too obscure:-)

2) The next series of bag is my favourite of the lot... and I had wished they came in larger sizes. Fendi's 2Bag is an interesting slouchy shaped tote that uses the most beautiful colours and materials. Playing again on multi-panel designs, the 2Bag has a strong graphic appeal, especially those with striped canvas and leather materials, which are modern and fun at the same time. Nautical charm (breton stripes)? Colour blocking? 2 major key trends for SS2011 all embodied in one bag. Brilliant use of contrasting coloured key fob and handle colours which gives the 2Bag up to 5 colours at one go! Fendi's 2Bag is definitely indispensable for colour fans and one that is practical and yet stunning enough to take you from day to day.

3) Lastly, (of course) I have to give mention to Fendi's Peekaboo bags... Fendi's most successful creation to date for a iconic house design. This season, the highly chic and yet practical tote gets done up in exotic snakeskin, but in contrasting stripes with a matching pequin lining. Very graphic and almost harlequin-like. It's a statement piece for a true fashionista. Surprisingly, I also fancy the logo rope version with subtle weaving of the house Zucca Checks into the material, unique and clever way to do branding. However, I had wished they lined the bag in the any material other than the Zucca fabric. Zucca fabric on its own screams 'knock-offs':-(

So much to choose from. So many colours to get bewildered. Check out my facebook fan page for more pics of Fendi's Spring Summer 2011 bags collection. Some are thumbs up, while others are simply brash and best avoided. Love to hear your thoughts by commenting on my Facebook fanpage.

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(The above mentioned Fendi bags can be found online at www.luisaviaroma.com)

Source: Fendi

The Material Boy #457

Below: Monday obsession... something to give Christian Louboutin's spikey creations a run for its money...

Love this 3.1 Phillip Lim Studded Wristlet!

Spikey Infatuations: 3.1 Phillip Lim Studded Wristlet

Christian Louboutin is the 'culprit' for getting every fashionista crazy about anything and everything studs. Bad boy/girl attitudes never looked this desirable until Christian Louboutin gifted the fashion world with his TDF Rollerball (Rollerboy for girls), Spiked Louis and Freddy Flats shoes. Now we are obsessed and cannot get enough of it.

Today I am ready to extend my love for spikes beyond those red soles. Finally a piece of accessory worthy of a match to those Louboutins. Presenting 3.1 Phillip Lim's super 'badass' but oh so dangerously cool Studded Wristlet! I love the idea of a small wallet that you can hang around your hands... with that spikey hand strap! It's similar to wearing a knuckle buster, tough and ready to kick some butt! Watch out pick pockets... meddle at your own risk:P

Below: Gorgeous when worn! Love the studded hand strap.. comes in black! (Pic from Burbailey)

Shane from Burbailey got himself a gorgeous all black leather version (Cool stuff! I want one too!), but Net-a-porter stocks a grey suede option which looks equally stunning.
3.1 Phillip Lim's Studded Wristlet measures 5 cm (D), 12.5 cm(H) and 10 cm (W). Retails for £264.09 (w/o VAT) here.

NEED!

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Source: Net-a-porter, Burbailey

My Bag Collection #60

Below: I am an avid fan of clutch bags. This is one welcoming addition with 'Flower Power' to match! Love my new Jil Sander's Neon Flower Print Canvas Clutch Bag!
Below: Special ink has been used for printing that gives the floral patterns a brighter than usual appearance! Love the neon effects:-)

Jil Sander Neon Flower Print Canvas Clutch Bag

Flowery prints has always been shy away by men due to its association to feminity since eons ago. Women's fashion has always played with floral designs while mens kept to it's masculine graphic shapes and subdued colours. But for Spring Summer 2011, floral motifs is blooming all over for guys! Jil Sander, Yohji Yamamoto, D&G all embraced nature's best creation to the world for Spring Summer 2011. That said, flower prints may not always work on some guys. Even for me, where I embraced certain levels of experimentation with fashion, thinks it's a tad too overwhelming when worn as a top.

There are however other ways to wear floral prints without becoming a visual eyesore. I'd reckon having flower prints on accessories is the best way to tone things down and avoid an overdose of nature's beauty. Bags, shoes, belts.... something smaller to accent a plain outfit for maximum visual impact.

Below: I may love this flower print, but wearing it as a t-shirt may not work for me... would you dare to wear this?

I chanced upon this beautiful Jil Sander Neon Flower Print Canvas Clutch Bag at Club 21 Mens, Four Seasons Hotel a couple of weeks back. I will not wear the t-shirt (see below) done with the same floral print, but this clutch bag I would carry any day! The flower print also spots a neon coloured ink, churning out brighter than usual colours. Outstanding and interesting to make you pop any day. I love the size (32cm width x 21cm height. Great size for guys) and the soft leather trimmings, giving a luxurious touch to the otherwise all canvas clutch.

Comes in a silk material as well with bigger florals for women (£190). But I still prefer the stronger colours and smaller, denser flower patterns on this mens version.

Below: Fret not, the womens have their own version in silk material with pinkish tones and bigger florals... still lovely for the ladies!

Flower power for the boys and girls! Yay!

(Check out my other post on nature's inspiration for Spring Summer 2011. More pics on my facebook fan page)

Source: myMANybags, Jil Sander

Ad Campaigns And Catalogues #210

Below: Burberry unveils new faces (Sophie Kennedy-Clark and Matthew Beard) for their April advertising campaign, just in time for the launch of SS2011's April Showers Capsule Collection. Bright colours are 'invading' Burberry! Don't you love the red acetate trench coat on Sophie or the blue quilted leather biker jacket on Matthew?

Below: Some of my favourite pieces from the April Showers Capsule Collection... I want that blue quilted leather biker jacket and even those Burberry checks umbrella! Rainy days has never been this fun:-)

Burberry Launches April Showers Collection, Just In Time For April's New Ad Campaign!

Another month has passed and it is time yet again for Burberry to unveil new faces for their Advertising Campaign this SS2011 season:-) This April, Burberry introduces 2 new British cast members, Sophie Kennedy-Clark and Matthew Beard who will have the honour of representing the luxury British brand. Coinciding with the launch, Burberry has also released 2011's April Showers Capsule Collection that is featured prominently throughout these new ads. I am sure, you cannot miss the fresh pop of bright colours of red, yellow, green and blue that immediately steals your attention! Colour blocking is now in full force for Burberry too:-)

For SS2011's April Showers capsule collection (Love the lookbook images starring British models Cara Delevingne and Seb Brice), I am a fan of those colourful and fun transparent Nova Perspex totes (SGD1095), colourful sunglasses and even those Nova Perspex Walker umbrellas (SGD450)! I want one for Singapore's rainy weather these days:-P I also adore that quilted Blue Leather Biker Jacket. How refreshing a colour to wear for summer:-) The capsule collection includes men's and women's ready to wear (trench coats, outerwear, denim, knitwear) as well as bags and small accessories. I am sure you will find something to your liking. I am already visually invigorated by the bright hues! Check out many more pics on my facebook fan page. (LIKE my fan page if you enjoy reading this post)

Below: The April Showers Capsule Collections' dynamic and beautifully shot lookbook pics starring Cara Delevingne and Seb Brice... (More on my facebook fan page)

The collection is now available online at Burberry's website. So what are you waiting for? There's no stopping colour invading your wardobe this SS2011... especially such gorgeous pieces from Burberry!

© Copyright Burberry/Testino

Source: Burberry

My Shopping Conquest #121

Below: Spring Summer 2011 is a 'belt tightening' season!

Belts Ahoy! Spring Summer 2011 Is 'Belt Tightening' Season...

Belts are often one of the most overlooked clothing item on a guy. And no, not all belts work magic and fit all looks. Belts are as equally important as all your other wardrobe pieces (the belt is worn at a strategic position of your body, very visible!). Besides serving a functional purpose of preventing you from indecent exposé (trousers falling down!), it is a fun item that lets you enhance your personality or add depth to an outfit. Forget logo belts (those are for occasional flaunting of your swelling bank account), wear belts that takes on the season's trend or expresses a certain mood you are feeling.

This Spring Summer 2011, I am feeling all the colour blocking craze seen on all levels of fashion. I am also dreaming of setting sails to the high seas, just in time for summer! So here's my latest acquisition for this 'Belt Tightening' SS2011 season:
1) Zara Narrow Yellow Leather Belt – SGD59.90
(Comes in red, orange and blue as well, most affordable colour blocking! Get all colours to mix & match)

2) Jil Sander Orange Red Textured Leather – SGD390
(The red is almost neon!)

3) ASOS Brass Anchor Buckle Leather Belt – £15
(I love anchor motifs)

4) ASOS Twisted Rope Belt – £15
(Sailing chic, where's my yacht?!?)

What are your 'belt tightening' finds this season?

Zara available at all Zara Boutiques. Jil Sander available at Club 21 Mens, Four Seasons Hotel. ASOS available at www.asos.com

Source: myMANybags

My MANy Bags Lookbook #25

My Marine Style: Spring Summer 2011

I have blogged about the nautical influences in Spring Summer 2011 collections. The key to wear your sailing inspired pieces was not to be too literal.

Here's my take on My Marine Style, merging city and the sea, dandy and the sailor.... Khaki earth tones with sea faring blues, nautical iconography with classic plaids and stripes... it's all about contrast.

Dries Van Noten's Contrast Checked Sleeve Cotton Shirt, Junya Watanabe's Cropped Trousers with Fold Up Contrast Hem and Swear's 'Chaplin 1' Stripe Canvas Lace-ups get some classic dandy styles going. Burberry's Twisted Cord Necklace and ASOS's Brass Anchor Buckle Leather Belt adds a hint of high seas adventure. Finally, a touch of blue (From Prada's Canvas Briefcase) to round off the nautical flair... and my Marine Style is complete:-) City or the sea, here I come!

So what's your marine style this season?

See my other lookbook posts here

Source: ASOS, Farfetch, Net-A-Porter

The Material Boy #456

Below: Fashion fast forward... only for the brave fashion brigade! Buy into Fall Winter 2011's Prada Mens Lurex Polo Tees now instead of 6 months later:-) Made for women, but works for guys too... these Fred Perry x Richard Nicoll Lurex Polo Tees gives an instant metallic touch!

Prada Mens Fall Winter 2011 Lurex Polo Tee vs. Richard Nicoll x Fred Perry Spring Summer 2011 Lurex Polo Tee

Are you ready to buy 6 months ahead of Fall Winter 2011 trends? Well, today while shopping over lunch break... I spotted the Spring Summer 2011 collection from Fred Perry's collaboration with Richard Nicoll. One of the memorable pieces is the Metallic Lurex Polo T-shirts that resembles those seen prominently on Prada Mens Fall Winter 2011 runway.

Below: Replace the Pearl buttons on the Fred Perry x Richard Nicoll Lurex Polo Tees and you can pull off these womens shirts without anyone knowing:-P

Although Fred Perry x Richard Nicoll's Lurex Polo Tees are made for womens, the cut is unisex in my opinion. Just replace the pearl buttons with regular ones and you will be wearing Prada's Fall Winter trend way ahead of any fashion pack:-P

Of course, the pricing of £125 will probably be a fraction of Prada's version. These limited edition Fred Perry x Richard Nicoll Polo Tees comes in an Aqua Haze colour and a pearly silver tone. I love the silvery ones! (Check out Fred Perry's website for more info, or visit the boutique at Fred Perry Laurel, 19 Ann Siang Road, Singapore. Tel +65 6325 3018.)

Do you dare brave 6 months of trend forward experimentation?

Go to my facebook fan page for larger pics:-P

Source: Fred Perry, Prada

The Material Boy #455

Below: Bryanboy’s coverage of Thai Designer JBB* by Jirawat Bote Benchakarn’s Fall Winter 2011 menswear collection (at the recent Singapore Mens Fashion Week) inspired me for some military fashion inspirations this Monday. I need to combat serious Monday blues!

Below: Love these pieces from MR PORTER that carries the military flavour without being too literal...

Below: Most of all, I want this pair of Trussardi 1911 Camouflage Print Espadrilles!

Military Monday: 'Butch' Up!

Inspired by Bryanboy’s pics covering Thai Designer JBB* by Jirawat Bote Benchakarn’s Fall Winter 2011 menswear collection (Shown at the recent Singapore Mens Fashion Week 2011)... I decided I am going to seek ‘military retail enlightenment’ today. Love JBB* by Jirawat Bote Benchakarn’s take on Military Camouflage pattern, pairing it with refined sartorial suiting and shorts. Not entirely a new idea, but I love the contrast these looks create.

Hence, I browsed online and found these lovely pieces to share here. Pieces that fit the military theme without going too literal. Trussardi 1911 has an amazing pair of camouflage print espadrilles (￥43,050) that presents a relax resort feeling...while ready to rough it out in any terrain:-)

Marni’s contrast panel short sleeve shirt (£196) is perhaps the army version of colour blocking, using jersey and cotton fabrics in olive and black tones for effective panelling effect. I love the way the back of the shirt looks... it’s a timeless and interesting piece that will command attention! I also love Burberry Brit’s dark olive green slim fit cargo trousers (£125), which breaks away from the sloppy looser versions and gets you into a more streamlined and smarter silhouette.

Wear all the above pieces together then round it up with Trussardi’s Camouflage Print Laptop Sleeve (use it as a clutch!) ... tada... you have a hot military look, ready to brave thru any Monday Blues!

Marni and Burberry Brit available at MR PORTER: The Mens Style Destination.
Trussardi 1911 available at RESTIR.

Source: Mr Porter, Restir, Bryanboy

The Material Boy #454

Below: Boring Sunday evenings are best spent doing some online retail therapy... here's what I spotted on www.asos.com! Colourful candy coloured suede brogues (£50) for the modern dandy... but without burning a deep hole in your pocket:-) Love the sky blue colour!

Below: Match the cute shoes with B-Store Polka Dot tees (£39)? Comme Des Garcons style?!?!

Sunday Evening 'RETAIL' Research: Online Edition

What better way to spend boring Sunday evenings than to trawl the internet and have some virtual retail therapy (all in the comfort of aircon, cool music and some magazine inspirations:-P Literally without breaking into any sweat, except when you over-indulged over your shopping basket!)

Well, I was browsing thru a few of the familiar online shopping sites... and one of my new favourites has to be www.asos.com. Yes, I may faced some prior problems with the online store, but they have resolved matters satisfactorily and hence let's bury the hatchet. To be honest, I just cannot resist the wide selection and most of all, the unbeatable prices and FREE shipping internationally! Where else can you get £10 trousers and £15 leather belts? Only ASOS!

Here's the gems I uncovered within the last 2 hours... ooooh... how I love those ASOS candy coloured suede brogues (Only £50)! I have blogged about the rising popularity of brogue style shoes... These ASOS brogues will get you on the trend wagon while not burning a hole in your pocket. Love the sky blue suede version, so dandy and cute! The pistachio green colour is equally appealing with sophisticated but not over the top colour. Imagine some smart chinos or tailored shorts and you are all Geek+Dandy chic for summer!

(PS. if you have more budget, these Church's Bi-colour brogues I blogged about a while back are also not to be missed!)

Below: Brogues are huge this season!

While on the topic of cuteness... how about some 'Comme Des Garcons' style polka dot tees to match those candy coloured shoes? I love these B-Store polka dot t-shirts (Only £39), adding a spot of colour and quirkiness to any weekend ensemble. I want! Cuteness rules!

ASOS is addictive! Online shopping anyone?:-P Click here to start shopping!

Source: ASOS