street dapper

Here are some fashion finds that you might also like to check. 

Thanks to this shirt, I got into this Instagram account that sells cool (and affordable items)

Check this link for more!

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Cool right? 

Check them out!

MAKE LOVE NOT WAR

GET A 70'S NOSTALGIA 

with this modern twist of the well loved 

HIPSTER VIBE

Military Stripes Tee 
MTCBSR-10623-CA-07
Php500.00

from MINT

check more from their Facebook page here

#washed

pairing two light colored ensembles?

well try this on

denim top 

khaki bottom 

and an aviators 

viola

MR.TIME TRAVELER

GOING VINTAGE?

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TAKE THIS FORMULA

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GREY TUX

BLACK BOW TIE

WASHED LIGHT BLUE SHIRT

...and your good to go.

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Model : David Callum / Anne Curtis-Smith

photo (c) : callumdavid.com 

We Summer Boys

SUMMER 

is definitely the time to get out

and play.

The sun, the sand and the sea 

are just too irresistible.

Check these suggested ensembles for this season's warm and colorful days.

Get these colors

and start the fun.

Asian Men's fashion is pretty much more throw back and laid back than

western fashion, and colors are best when worn loud.

It is also the best time of the year to sport pastels,

and shades in between pastels and solid shades.

More than anything,

its the best time to play with colors

and LET YOUR INDIVIDUALITY SHINE!

So whatever it is that makes you tick,

summer is the best time to 

PLAY!

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 (o.0) 

  

DOPE

Like I did in my previous blog 

I would feature here random guys I find worthy of  being part of the 

STYLISH GUYS GUILD.

These dudes of the brood are stylish enough and deserve being commended for simply pulling a smart swag.

So as a primer...

Check this DOPE guy out. 

(original source: Kuya, why so pogi?)

 This set of selfie pics only shows how good this guy is! 

Check my favorite ensembles he pulled here. 

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First stop, VARSITY jacs! 

This dude knows how to pull a classic. 

Varsity jackets took a huge comeback last year, 

but this ensemble is simply not gonna drop off the lime light. 

A buttoned up tee perfectly matches any jac of this nature. 

Add chinos on and a dope pair of vans, and you're good to go.

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NEXT. A military inspired look. 

This guy knows his style. 

Camouflage jackets are best worn oversized, 

especially if you are of Asian built. 

This top goes well with just about anything. 

Although like this guy, 

I'd wear it with a fitted pants for added appeal.  

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Lastly, the BOW tie!

This guy knows his contemporary fashion.

And nothing beats the HIPSTER FAD. 

I, myself is a huge fan of this style.

nothing turns the style notch higher than a bow tie. 

Check this baggy top he wears with a black bow tie.

PARTY is it? then this guy knows how to dress cool

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So there you go! 

want to appear in this blog, too?

Or perhaps you have a person in mind?

Tweet me @pilyongBrentTzu

or our @myfoldedpants account.

Keep the swag guys!

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Five Points to Casual Wear

Probably the hardest ensemble to sport for men is the dubbed ‘Casual Wear’. Thing is, it’s the line between formal (business) wear and street wear. Unfortunately though, there are no universal rules on this - esquire.com says so, too.

The judgment then lies on all of us.

I did some reading and found out some common practices that have become acceptable when it comes to men’s casual wear.  Here are five points to perfecting such ensemble.

1.       JEANS. It’s all about the jeans. Casual wear translates to comfortable wear that does not resemble everyday clothes and is presentable enough to wear within and without our work spaces. Jeans are the epitome of this ensemble. Pick nicely pressed and fitted jeans for this look. Avoid short pants as they would look too casual, thus streetish.
 A chino can be an alternative, though.

2.       Collared. Tops should be collared. The best pick would be a white orthodox shirt. Playing with colors and textures would also be great, provided it has a collar. Cotton tops are also highly recommended. As for the top’s fit, it should never be neither tight nor loose. Fitted, is the word.

3.       No shine. A matte shoe is the best for casual wear. A common mistake of Pinoy men when it comes to casual wear is the ever famous, boat shoes. They are, by nature, for boating, yacht sailing and all those outdoorsy events. Pick a loafer, canvas shoe or a slip on leather shoe – again, minus the shine. A little grass stain is never a bad adage, it would make the look perfect actually.

 4.       Blazer. A blazer and nothing else is advised. A signature jacket that resembles a blazer may be an alternative, though. No hoodies or sweat shirts. Pick a matte full colored blazer. Do away from black or grey for a change. A blue, brown or shades in between would be great.

 5.       Watch it.  Watch the details. One can experiment with belts, watches and bracelets. But like with formal wear, the lesser the details, the better. To cap it off, a nice wrist watch would be enough.    

In the end, 

when it looks too formal – it is not fit for casual wear. 

When it looks overly comfortable and streetish 

– then it is not fit for casual wear, too.

Trust your taste and you’re good to go.

12:51 // a LookBook post

You came into my life with all your charm and sweet songs,

you got me head over heels when you came biking that night, 

for it is me you hope to sing your songs to, 

we kissed good night

12:51

and the fairy tale started 

but now you took all of those fantasies

away.

so with a sad heart,

today I took comfort in the sun's warmth

and a friend's blubber. 

Shirt by: Folded and Hung 

Specs: Vintage Aviators by RayBan 

 

Photography by: Jean Rodriguez

Photo editing by the blogger 

...

p.s. forgive the resolution, 

we used a NOKIA ASHA for the pics

STYLE GUIDE | SHIRTS 101

Shirts are cool. I still think that the coolest ensemble is simply made of a pair of jeans over a sleek sneaker, topped with a white v-neck shirt. A wrist watch and a Blackberry would complete the ensemble, but that’s basically it. Simple and plain, that either it is gonna rock or you’d simply look like nonexistent. We know the secret how to rock it, right? ATTITUDE, just in case you forgot.

Thing is, tee tops or t-shirts as we commonly refer to them may look simple; it’s actually not that simple at all. Many guys out there still commit mistakes in donning one. So my man, my fellow Pinoy Fashion savvy guys, let’s take a little tour again at the shirts department.

Here are some of the things to remember when wearing a tee top or a tee shirt at that.

• TUCK it out. T shirts are never meant to be worn tucked in, only collared tops can be.

• Either it is crisp or ripped. A crisp, meaning new and seemingly polish (commonly white ones) is perfect under blazers. They should be worn when you want to look a little laid back but suave. Ripped ones are those loose at the sleeve and neck area, these are best for our play times. It can be good with short pants (Bermuda shorts) while you drive around the metro for errands, basketball or a simple coffee.

• Pick Cotton. The softer the fabric, the better. Although since guys tend to be more rough, a blended cotton-polyester fabric is also a good choice.

• Never ever wear them TWICE. Guys, we can do that with denim pants and jackets and hoodies and caps, but never with shirts, especially t-shirts. Have them washed before wearing them again.

• GO plain, or go BOLD, nothing in between. Com’on, what are you fourth grader? A simple print is a stunner; remember that when it comes to men’s fashion, it is in the details. Chicks would dig a plain white shirt with a small logo of Mickey Mouse on the left chest. They think it is cute, that’s one point for getting attention.

• SCHOOL pride? Know your limits when it comes to wearing your school pride shirts. I am a proud Atenista, but I just don’t wear it during conventions, business meetings etc. What am I a braggart? Tone the pride down, it helps.

• Hole on the Wall. Give yourself some decency. A hole on a denim might look cool if worn appropriately, but on a t shirt? Com’on. Oh com’on.

• Know your neckline. Certain facial shapes look good with a certain neckline. Round faced guys look best with v-neck or ones with a placket. Certain kinds of round necks also look good. Bottom line, know which look good on you, neckline-wise, then stash a number of that t-shirt. Check my blog soon, I’d post an article that’s entirely focused on this top.

So there you go. Hope this article helped, in the end, allow me to yet again remind you that style is but what we make out of fashion. Be it a plain tee shirt you have bought from Ukay-Ukay or a Burberry shirt worth another man’s monthly income, it is how you carry yourself that shall define what boys call swag, what young men like us call style – and what they, the established men call character. If you can sport a t-shirt looking like a man on top of his game, then you got it my man.

PINOY MENS FASHION 2013

First of all, am not a believer of trends, I'd rather stick with a style that's definitely my own. But the thing is, as we try to live our daily lives, we actually slowly conform to certain trends of the time. There is a difference though in making a trend jive with your own personal style and making a trend your personal style. There's just a whole lot of difference. Anyhow, as the year begun most mens fashion houses have come up with their lines for the year. Here's a run down of the mens fashion must haves for 2013. 

This is not like a prediction, but rather a kind of my personal pick out of the many choices the world of style has laid upon us after we have apparently survived the Mayan's end.

Dig in...

 HUGO BOSS
goes laid back and mineral-toned. It has a whole new line that's perfect for the urban outfitter.

MANGO, anyone?

 SCERVINO
is plain and simple as always. This look is best for those who like it simple but significant.

BURBERRY does it prim and proper, as always. This is a cold season staple for the man of his time.

Colors are making its way into the mens wardrobe,
the Salvatore Ferragamo Spring/Summer 2013 collection are a proof.

Raglans, a classic, are actually resurfacing.
These are pretty much cool shirts - perfect rain or shine.

Preppy Brit inspired looks are still in, only this time, colors are getting into the scene.

The fedora hats are coming back. The summer season is going to give it more fame. Black and leather ones would be in after, when the rain starts to pour.

These geek chic shirts are still the most stylish tops to sport this year.

Apparently the super hero shirts are not yet out,
as mall giant SM Department Stores introduced affordable shirts of this design.

All sorts of shoes are stepping into the scene as many brands start to enter the Pinoy fashion scene.

LASTLY,

I have said this before, and I would say it again;

ATTITUDE - it would never goes out of style.

STYLE GUIDE | 4 T-SHIRTS THAT EVERY GUY SHOULD HAVE

Let's tour the t-shirts department with this style guide post.

I have made a little something that tackles the

 4 T-SHIRTS THAT EVERY GUY SHOULD HAVE.

You’d never go wrong having a stash of these, even just one per type. These are year round must have shirts that are perfect for the country’s weather. Am not particular with brands, but am pretty much pushy on the kind of fabric (get them all in cotton, please). 

Check 'em out…

1.       PLACKET. Nothing goes wrong with a t-shirt with a placket detailing. It looks classy and perfect either worn on its own or under a blazer. A word of advice? Wear this with a blazer on top for a date, and she’s (or he) is gonna dig your porma. It’s just simply Roman, so reminiscent of Italian sunsets.  

2.       SPORTS SHIRT. It would come in handy when you have to hang with the boys. A sporty t-shirt is the safest one to wear. Besides, the print would usually stir conversations. // I prefer football prints. 

3.       VINTAGE. My favorite, my forever favorite. A real vintage, meaning an old, really old t-shirt that has a graphic print is among the most stylish shirt there is. It has a character of its own that’s perfect for daily use. Rain or shine, vintage never goes out of style.

4.       V-NECK SWEATS. Yes, it goes together. A sweater with v-neck. Invest on a brand as this would usually come handy only during the cold months. Pick something with a color that fully flatters your skin tone. 

5.       SCHOOL PRIDE. Show your school some love and get a school shirt. It would come handy during certain events that would reunite you and your barkada. And if you’re a fan of collegiate basketball, the t-shirt is your ticket to the fun. Come to think of it, am missing cheering for my team! 

So there you go, 4 T-SHIRTS THAT EVERY GUY SHOULD HAVE. 

Have I missed any? Let me know guys, drop your comments anytime :)