On neutral ground

Manila is feeling the cold front nowadays with a slight breeze and less sunny skies. Global fashion is waiting for its major burst of color for summer. But in the meantime, style is playing on neutral ground in between seasons. Lingering still are favorable light knits, sweaters, cardigans and jackets apt for the unpredictable weather. The classic tones of camel and khaki of two seasons ago are here to stay.

It seems like the fail-safe trend statement of Phoebe Philo for Celine and Hannah McGibbon for Chloe is here for the long style overhaul. The new take on this look can be achieved by adding a hint of color to create that added chic, which will be convenient for day-to-night dressing. Separates in neutrals will never go out of style and are perennially must-haves for one’s everyday wardrobe. There is a certain looming mood of comfort nowadays, that defines what we call new luxury. Fashion is taking a short break from the experimental, theatrics and contrived thus embracing the ease of relaxed style. Feminine or masculine appeal on soft tailoring is rediscovering the look of less, devoid of excesses. The overall up-to-date look echoes hints of minimalism in casual to everyday workwear. Modern neutrals that are mixed and matched with classic silhouettes will never get you out of the radar. Fashion is no longer into the extremes but just into everything in between. Spot on these chic forever classics that are style investments beyond trend.

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