Sunday, May 20, 2012

Tuxedo alternatives

Invited to a party that isn't that formal, you may wear alternatives to tuxedos. Here are some tips.

  • Leather jacket, white dinner shirt, bow tie (colorful bow ties are great too), black skinny jeans and black leather shoes (perhaps more formal shoes, suede is fine too)
Chris Brown
  • Pink blazer, white shirt, bow tie or regular tie, black skinny jeans (could also work with chinos if it isn't formal) and formal shoes.
Bruno Mars
  • Black blazer, navy blue shirt, black formal pants and black woody glasses.


Just beware of formal requirements before you put on an alternative tuxedo.

Friday, May 18, 2012

You got designer shades...

...you wear them around like you're cooler than me.

It's summer. It's hot. And the sun is blinding us! No need to worry, I've got you covered on how to look stylish when you're out in the sun.

Here are my favorite picks:

#1: Aviator sunglasses from a-morir. Remember my post about a-morir? If you don't, then check it out. Now. These sunglasses are called Halford II, named after the famous heavy metal singer Rob Halford. Although they are covered in Swarovski crystals, they are completely functional. $400 at a-morir.com

famous singer/songwriter will.i.am (known as a member of the hip hop group The Black Eyed Peas) rocks Halford II

#2: PlastiChic is a Canadian company known for their colorful watches and sunglasses. Especially their Woody sunglasses have caught my attention. Made of real bamboo and available in 10 different colors, these glasses are definitely not the usual eyewear. Its dreamy pastel colors are ideal for the summer season. For only $105, not sure if Canadian dollars, you can buy them at plastichic.ca. My favorites are the yellow and green glasses.
#3: Carrera is one of the most famous brands of sunglasses out there. Affordable and worn by celebrities, these glasses are fresh and timeless. These particular glasses are called Carrera 6000 in soft black/crystal black. No price is stated.
#4: Aviator sunglasses - also from Carrera. More average but still very cool.
Vote for your favorite:


Sunday, May 13, 2012

My shopping spree

I've been on a shopping spree and here are some of the things I bought:


  • Two t-shirts from H&M with pockets; one in mint green and the other in light pink
  • A navy blue polo from H&M with white stripes on the collar
  • Black sneakers from Lacoste - exclusive in Foot Locker

I STILL DESPERATELY NEED A PAIR OF FREAKIN' SUNGLASSES!