Paint it black

MANILA, Philippines - Just ask any top stylist, or model-off-duty, or a designer, either from the world of high couture or street.

Both cutting-edge and classic, basic and dramatic, black has the uncanny ability of turning any silhouette into a striking piece of work, as well as the wearer into a dominant presence.

This is the feel behind Human’s latest collection, a whole wardrobe of separates in black, along with complementary tones of white and dark gray, that can be layered for a runway-worthy yet street-ready look.

For the girls, check out well-cut tees that fall right at the hipbones. Instantly, the classic piece becomes that much more sexy, especially when paired with the label’s black jeans. Flare-sleeved blouses, basic short skirts, pleated trousers, Japan-esque asymmetric-hem dresses — with contrast-textured bodices — as well as jackets and paneled black-on-black dresses, all add to the well-designed mix.

For the boys, pair the same pair of black jeans with basic long-sleeved pullovers, worn under a burnout tee, graphic-striped tees, diagonal-buttonline polo shirts, and semi-cowl vests, to create a fashion-forward inventory, which becomes easy enough to assimilate because of the basic black color way.

There are also unisex tees to up the edgy, androgynous factor of the collection, best worn on casual days — to school, the mall, or just hanging out with friends. The statement-making pieces add just the right high-fashion touch to an everyday ensemble. It’s a silent statement, a subtle yet powerful set of colors that translates and transports well, a great day-to-night, or avenue-to-venue option.

Human’s black collection is available at Human boutiques in leading malls nationwide.