LFW A/W13 Street Style Edit

The first thing a fashion week street style-snapping rookie like me realises is how underdressed one is. Spotted on the most creative, democratic catwalk of all, here's a list of my favourite trends.  I've chosen unique but not-overtly-attention seeking ones that can be adapted for day-to-day wear. 

Apologies for the quality of photos - 'twas my first attempt and I've much to learn. I've a newfound appreciation for photography and had an eye-opening time doing it. 

If it all sounds a bit exciting, check out my LFW A/W13 daily highlights for LIVE Mag, for street style, backstage and music exclusives.

1. Floral print trousers

Go full bloom or contrast with muted or customised pieces

 

(One-of-a-kind jacket and Japanese platform shoes!)

 2. Pastels and neons 

(don't forget to act preoccupied with your phone/notepad)

3. An timelessly cool coat

Wrap up warm in shades of grey, black, tan, in any shape you'll wear again and again

 

 

(My favourite coat and the only kind of camel toe I wouldn't mind wearing)

4. Checks on checks/plaid on plaid

 Go crazy, and don't forget your socks. 

5. Statement bags

Animal or bright coloured backpacks

(Ok, it's a tote not a backpack, but I just can't get enough of Dame Viv Westwood's historical x naughtiness)

Freshly Brewed Hong Kong Blogs pt 2 - Ztylistas and TOUGHLOVE

In the second part of  Freshly Brewed Hong Kong bloggers special, discover Ztylistas and TOUGHLOVE.

 

Ztylistas

The Chinese Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Topshop Unique oversized vest , Cheap Monday jersey pullover

 Thakoon addition utility skirt c/o Shopbop ,Pamela Love dagger rosary necklace c/o Shopbop 

Topshop Unique creeper boots

1990s flashbacks in that funny heet stuff you get in craft shops! Yes really!
 Cheap Monday cropped turtleneck top, Yasmin Kianfar lasercut neoprene skirt

Watch your back - Lanvin en bleu tweed tee, on the streets of
Shibuya, Japan

Getting some Vit D in H&M denim blazer and Karen Walker sunnies

Perfecting the Emily the Strange deathstare. Opening Ceremony knitted contrast sleeves dress c/o Shopbop , vintage YSL denim jacket , Givenchy Obsedia bag , Topshop Unique creeper boots

The most high-fashion stylistically out of the Brew & Post gang, Ztylistas is the lovechild of CSM friends Melinda Wang, who models and Derek Ho, who photographs. No two snaps are the same, mesmerising in its own chemistry, character and narrative. I hate falling into the cliché of making comparisons to titles that frankly don’t need further publicity, but the photos could easily been torn Nylon pages.  Expect dynamic poses that experiment every work awkward body angles and plenty of hair swishes. Treat your eyes with this designer x street paradise shot in derelict spaces and overgrown yards. 

Ztylistas don’t churn out content on a thrice-daily basis.  But when they do, boy it’s worth the wait. 

TOUGH LOVE

 

You've got to respect a guy who risks stealing the bride's limelight wearing a purple/pink print tie to a wedding. Valentino Suit, Club Monaco Dress Shirt, General Knot & Co Floral Print Tie, Raf Simons Chain Derby Shoes

Club Monaco Men’s Pop-up Shop in Wan Chai HK. http://www.anthemstore.co.uk/ are London stockists of the brand.

 

Nike Flyknits, Carl the Camel in a bright floral number

Here's a dilemma for you.  Converse sneakers or greasy burgers? (Orange wheat print plastic cups - very working class HK)

Made in U.S.A. Shirt HKD 1390, Persol Vintage Sunglasses HKD4550, Vintage Omega HKD45,000. Sumo the dog (POA, kidding, not for sale)

“A New York/Hong Kong creative trying to find out what kind of man he’s inspired to be and how handsome he can look while doing it." 

You’d be forgiven assuming he’s a poser, but he’s actually a softie who is very, very funny. Not to mention the epitome of that new breed of sophisticated Asian metrosexual − girlfriends, be very afraid − mixing cool, emerging urban labels no-one’s ever heard of with classics like Club Monaco. He has a unique, confident style that compliments deadpan faces and flora/fauna tattooed arms. I liked the fact detail shots of clothes are clean and simple. Men will appreciate honest fashion advice, like his preferred method of dealing with pushy tailors. 

The best photo stories chronicle exotic travels, like riding Carl the Camel on the Great Wall, or exquisite ‘Yum Cha’ dim sum sessions accompanied by Chinese art Sir David Tang’s (of Shanghai Tang) members-only China Club (中國會).