Romanticizing the vintage
MANILA, Philippines - Go for color, romanticize the vintage, or turn rustic, as Charles & Keith releases its latest collection. Whether you go for scene-stealing brights and stripes, ’70s-era statement pieces, or lived-in, wilderness finds, the fashion-forward footwear brand delights with its array of well-made pieces, perfect to while away long summer days in. Charles & Keith is the thing for those restless road trips, with upbeat neon hues, candy-sweet popsicle tones, and pared-down earth colors, zapping one to the pastoral plains with a mix of contrasts, matte finishes and intricate details.
The L’Art Pop collection bristles with brights: citrus orange, fuchsia pink, lipstick red, lemon yellow, shocking green and electric blue. Silhouettes stay clean and minimal, letting the vibrant shades speak for themselves — a collection that’s not for the faint of heart.
The Modern Vintage collection roots itself in the ’70s, statement sandals, chunky platform wedges and block heels in brown, tan, nude and maroon. Fun and carefree, these styles come in feminine shapes that bring the influential fashion era into the here and now.
Finally, the Rustic Modernist collection takes us to the rural plains, with pastoral styles updated through new weaving techniques and high-heeled silhouettes like pumps or platform open-toed sandals. Moccasins and rattan totes are also great pieces to take, evoking a modern bohemian mood of chic abandonment.
On top of all this, Charles & Keith offers up all manner of bags, belts, sunnies, and bracelets. Bags include bowling bags, clutches, handbags, hobo bags, oversized tote bags, satchels, shoulder bags, and structured handbags. Belts come in high, low, and mid-waist heights. Eyewear can either be aviator, wayfarer or classically shaped. Finally, bracelets become classic affairs with genuine leather belt buckle and unique turn lock details — the final touch to a chic and understated summer outfit.
Charles & Keith is found at the following malls: SM Iloilo, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Southmall, SM Iloilo, SM Pampanga, SM San Lazaro, SM Masinag, Rockwell, Greenbelt 5, Robinsons Place Ermita, Global City, Newport, TriNoma, Glorietta 3, Eastwood Cybermall, Festival Mall, Alabang Town Center, Gateway, Ayala Cebu, Marquee Mall and soon to open at SM Manila.
