ASOS.com, Online Shopping Haven

It's a given fact that we feel like shit when we stroll around the mall and suddenly we see a person wearing the same shirt as we are. That's the problem when buying ready-to-wear clothes off the rack, there's a great chance of walking into someone who's wearing the same thing. Which is why, buying clothes online is a no-brainer.

I have always been a fan of buying clothes online for reasons that are least inclined to vanity. I opt to buy clothes directly from the brand's website to ensure authenticity and quality - and also, it's much cheaper. ASOS (http://www.asos.com/) has always been my to-go-to site when in comes to online shopping. It carries a wide array of brands that would cater to each person's liking.

What's great is that they offer FREE DELIVERY WORLDWIDE. Delivery to the Philippines takes up to 11 days, which is not bad at all. It's better than seeing someone with the exact same shirt as what you're wearing.

Be sure to check out what they have on SALE. They have an amazing range of sale items to choose from.

So, here's what I've bought...

ALL ON SALE! ^__^

ASOS BLACK Staggered Eyelet Hi-Top
Php 1, 693

ASOS Mid Top Leather Sneakers
Php 1,410

Reclaimed Vintage Exclusive To ASOS Canvas Backpack
Php 1,340

Casio Pink Dial Black Strap Watch
Php 1,410

ASOS Color Block Striped Sweater
Php 1,234

Fred Perry Reprise Sneakers
Php 2,257

ASOS Suede Brogues
Php 1,621

ASOS Nylon Climbing Boots
Php 1, 058

Puma Exclusive To ASOS 2nd Round Gore-Tex Sneakers
Php 4, 232

and my mom told me that I SERIOUSLY need to stop clicking the ADD TO CART and BUY NOW button...

Happy shopping!

x,

D.

MIADORE: LITE 2nd Series - - A LOVE AFFAIR WITH NEON

Succeeding Yekky Balingit's collection for Miadore S/S 2012 Collection, CULT OF HALCYON, which was pretty much high fashion in every angle, Yekky had fun in his new collection.

The Miadore LITE features pieces that are eye-poppingly colorful, quirky, and fun. Each piece exudes energy and can definitely liven up a seemingly dull or plain outfit.

The pieces, being so colorful and vibrant, I can easily picture breakthrough pop vixen, Nicki Minaj wearing them in her videos of live performances.

The collection features pieces that are inspired by avatars and creatures that are insanely too cool to be cute.

Apart from the creature-inspired pieces, the collection also has statement neck pieces, which bears words that will make anyone say, "Man, this one's so cool.."

The collection proved not to be a far departure from Yekky's signature high-fashion pieces which Mr. Rajo Laurel came to love. The collection also has a line of neck and arm cuffs that are both fun and high-fashion.

If you loved what you've just seen....

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'til next time, guys.

x, D.

Maison Martin Margiela for H&M

Before we get too excited about MMM x H&M's collaboration, let me just take you back in time. Back to where it all began. Since 2004, H&M has become the choice of top designers to work with to deliver pieces that are made more affordable to those fashion-savvy people on budget.

In November 2004, fashion designer, Karl Lagerfeld teamed up with H&M and spawned pieces that were sold sold-out in fashion-savvy countries in less than an hour.

In November 2005, the company released a collection by Stella McCartney, which was then succeeded by avant-garde Dutch designers Viktor & Rolf in 2006.

In 2007, H&M hit two birds with one stone. The company launched collections by Roberto Cavalli and Australian Superstar, Kylie Minogue.

2008 marked the company's collaboration with the Japanese company, Comme des Garçons.

In the Spring and Summer of 2009, the company launched two collections by British designer, Matthew Williamson - the first being a collection entirely dedicated to women. The second collection marked the designer's foray into designing menswear.

On Novemebr 14, 2009, the company released a limited-edition collection from the iconic luxury lifestyle brand, Jimmy Choo, which featured shoes and handbags, including a range of men's shoes. the collection also marked Jimmy Choo's first attempt in designing clothes, many of which were made from suede and leather. On the same year, the company also collaborated with French fashion designer, Sonia Rykiel, and released a line of knitwear and lingerie.

For Fall 2010, H&M released a collection from one of the first Fashion House in Paris, Lanvin.

For H&M's S/S 2011 collection, the company worked with fashion blogger, Elin Kling. It was a first for the company to release a line featuring creations of a fashion blogger.

On November of the same year, the company released a collection which was a collaborative effort with Versace.

Just recently, H&M released a collection with an Italian fashion label founded by Consuelo Castiglionia, Marni.

And now, not to be outdone, come November 15 of this year, the French fashion house Maison Martin Margiela is sharing their unconventional fashion framework with H&M.

Maison Martin Margiela was founded by Belgain-born Martin Margiela, who has worked with Jean Paul Gaultier and became the creative director of the Hermès women's line. Though his collections are received with such jubilant delight, the elusive designer has never appeared on the runway. Now retired, Margiela's Maison Martin Margiela is now a home to in-house design team which continues the Margiela's legacy of pusing the envelope in art and fashion.

Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2012: MENSWEAR Collection

Twelve notable fashion designers take on the stage with their new menswear collection. Each had it's own unique quality that sets it apart from other designer's collection; dark and mysterious, to crisp and clean, to colorful and loud. The collection from each designers didn't pale in comparison to the other.

Here are some of my personal favorites:

ANTHONY NOCOM

Anthony Nocom's collection clearly caters to the new age of young professional men. From tailored suits to structured blazers, any man wearing a Nocom signature will look sharp any time of the day. The looks does not only take you through the day, but can also save you the worries of what to wear during an unplanned night-outs.

DODJIE BATU

It's a war between patterns with Dodjie Batu's collection. Business suits and dress shirts cut in very peculiar ways sashayed down the ramp one after the other.  The collection may irk some, but it may also win some over with it's quirky take on the usual clothes for men.

DREI SORIANO

Wolverine will be so happy when he sees this collection from Drei Soriano. Nothing else makes a man tougher than a leather jacket. Soriano's new collection does just that - just with a chic twist. Combining the roughness and toughness the leather gives with the instant chic gold does to an outfit. The collection is nothing short of "to-KILL-for".

FREDERICK POLICARPIO

Frederick Policarpio's collection didn't veer away too much out of the ordinary, but still managed to look modern and NOW. With it's masterful use of colors and asymmetrical cuts, the collection is nowhere near ordinary, but chic.

JESSON CAPUCHINO

Street wear has never looked this good. The simplicity it exudes and it's wearability are a definite plus, coupled with his use of chunky metallic skull neckpieces, Capuchino's collection is safe to say, my favorite from the HOLIDAY 2012 MENSWEAR COLLECTION. The piece that took Capuchino's collection to over-the-top greatness was his Spanish Matador-inspired bolero (bottom-right).

EDGAR BUYAN

Think about the images we see in a kaleidoscope, tone it down a bit, set it in a neutral shade of khaki, what do you get? Edgar Buyan's collection. His collection boasts pieces that are whimsical and fun.

RONAN OPINA

What I love about Opiña's collection is how it upgraded menswear classics into something modern and romantic. Who would've thought that men would look good wearing lace? Opiña shows just that - and more.

ZXANDER TAN

Armed with his impeccable skill in tailoring, Zxander Tan took us into another  dimension with his collection. Showcasing pieces that are reminiscent of the armors used by warriors from the outer space and textures that seemingly mimic the skin like that of a reptile, Zxander Tan blew the competition away in a heartbeat.

The Complete collections of all the designers in the Menswear show can be checked out through the Philippine Fashion Week Live website!

Credits:

Photos from http://holiday.philippinefashionweeklive.com/2012/gallery