John Rocha FW2011

Just discovered this really awesome FW2011 collection from Hong Kong-born, Irish fashion designer John Rocha. Love the mix of faux fur and tweed, which reminds me a bit of both Burberry and Dries Van Noten. Pure love.

Photo credit: John Rocha via ModeMan

Top 3 High-Tops

High tops sneakers have definitely become fashion staples in any guy's wardrobe. They're so versatile and there's just some sort of mystical appeal to their shapes that instantly makes you feel more confident about your legs - I think it's the covering of the ankles, but I digress.  

First up, I am absolutely in love with this pair from Maison Martin Margiela's SS2011 collection. The earth-tone color is definitely on trend right now and the suede material makes it wearable around the year. It also has this understated glam-rock feel to it at the same time (see the metal chain details?) which I am totally on board with. They are now available online here.

Quilted leather have become a signature for Marc Jacobs shoes. These ones are from the brand's FW2011 collection and I'm really feeling the black ones because of the total badass vibe. (Leather mixed with suede AND gold metal details, anyone?) The brown ones, on the other hand, look very desert boots-like and are great to wear with jeans if you're into the explorer/safari look, which is very hot right now.

Finally, what is Spring / Summer without some colors? This is not the first time Missoni has collaborated with Converse and I have loved every single one of their collaborations. These are no exception. They are perfect for SS2011 with their colorful pattern and Missoni prints are just mesmerizing. I would pair these up with a pair of short shorts in a heartbeat. They are now available online here.

Photo credits: Highsnobiety and Selectism

Summer Shades: Grey Ant "Status" Sunglasses

From Usher to Rihanna to Pete Wentz to Beyonce, these gorgeous Grey Ant "Status" sunglasses have been burgeoning in the fashion scene for quite some time...

Aren't they just perfect for the Summer? What I love about them is the 80s vibe which is a continuation from the now ubiquitous Wayfarer. More importantly, they're bigger than the standard Wayfarers - ever since I bought mine from Ray-ban I've always thought they were a tad bit too small for my rather big face. Now "Status" totally kicks my Wayfarer's butt! The oversized look also reminds me a bit of Lanvin's aesthetics which definitely adds (a zillion) bonus points.

Photo credit: H&M

So here's the deal: the good news is that they're not super expensive, retailing at around US$250 (depending on where you go); but the bad news is they're sold out pretty much everywhere online (I've checked). There's another pair from Grey Ant that's along the similar vibe called the "Kennedy" though, which is now on sale at Tobi.

But I gotta say, "Status" looks better! Will be on the hunt for them in HK this week!

Photo credits: Grey Ant, Tobi

ZARA Young February 2011 Lookbook

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Zara SS2011 Lookbook

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Gossip Guys: Empire of the Son

This week on Gossip Girl, the inevitable finally happened. Lily finally had to come face-to-face with what she did, Chuck finally learnt about a dirty secret his father had kept from him, Raina finally realized his dad isn't the family-and-hot-dogs-loving businessman with a heart he pretends to be, Serean finally confronted Ben about his violent side, Ben finally had to come to terms with his past and start moving onto his future, and oh, Blair and Dan finally kissed.

On the fashion side of things, however, there was no end in sight for a change in the wardrobe department to finally transition from Winter into Spring. Still on the shoulders of these pretty Upper East Siders were coats, after coats, after coats. It's time for some Spring collections, people! But before that, our weekly fashion recap!

Photo credit: The CW

Dan Humphrey has been "walking around the city all night with one paralyzing thought" this week in this grey peacoat we've all seen a couple episodes back. He really needs another look.

Photo credit: The CW

Nate Archibald hasn't been wearing his plaid shirts lately. Instead, he was seen wearing this greyish knit sweater and it looks great on him. Knit sweaters always remind me of sorority girls in pearls. On Nate, the sweater similarly invokes a collegiate vibe.

Photo credit: The CW

Another grey sweater with thick knit collar was seen on Rufus Humprehy, marking the first time the resident trophy husband is included in our recap! Shawl cardigans have been quite popular over FW2010 and it's great to see Rufus catching on the trend.

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Shoe Mania: Puma x Alexander McQueen “Eagle Print” Sneakers

I've always been a fan of the ongoing collaboration between Puma and Alexander McQueen. Their sporty-chic aesthetics pretty much appeal to everyone. And now, I'm absolutely in love with these high top sneakers that is both a bit galactic and totem-esque. I've had an obsession with white sneakers since forever, and this one is going straight into my 'Must-buy' list.

Photo credit: Puma x Alexander McQueen via Highsnobiety