Lifestyle
Colour-coordinating under the sun
Styling Brown Jeans is Easier than You Think
Hello to my first pair of brown denim, so here are my tips for pulling it off without looking like a hobo or a Gen Z wannabe.
White Cotton Tank: The Versatile Unisex Look for Hot Months
I love basics. And I love white. So it’s no surprise that white staples are my go-to during the warmer months in Hong Kong (let’s be realistic, that’s most months of the year).
Blue Chambray Shirt: Denim’s Softer Cousin
Still confused about whether chambray is a subcategory of denim? The answer is no, but that doesn’t make them any less enticing as a spring fabric. Blue chambray shirts make fantastic capsule wardrobe pieces, as they combine the down-to-earth quality of denim with the comfort and familiarity of a lived-in shirt.
Saint James Breton Top: Stripes of Brittany
Synonymous with seafarers, the iconic Breton shirt originated from Northern France and has since become firmly embedded in capsule wardrobes. Finding the right kind of stripe takes time, however, but I’ve finally found a contemporary piece for all my sailor dreams!
Head-to-Toe in Sandro this Chinese New Year
Sandro, the impossibly French brand, embodies effortless chic in its fondness for patterns and prints. I’ve pieced together my favourite winter pieces from the brand, just in time for the recent cold spell.
Cream Open Back Sweater: Demure with a Twist
Red taxis, breezy days, golden sunlight. Beautiful yet feels like a Hong Kong from so long ago.
Camel Linen Shirt: Laidback Western Vibes
In my mind Muji has always been the queen of natural fabrics: its designs always carry timeless, minimalistic silhouettes in an array of neutral colours.
“You need to learn how to select your thoughts the same way you select your clothes. That is a power you can cultivate.”
— Elizabeth Gilbert