Military gym

MANILA, Philippines - Utilitarian wear is one of the hottest trends in seasons past, and with everybody grabbing a penchant towards the genderless manner of dressing, its appeal continues to transcend without fail. But with the humid weather of a tropical country like the Philippines, it is near impossible to rock those military-inspired garments without sacrificing comfort.

United Colors of Benetton’s newest separates such as polo chinos, shirts, and bottoms — in hues of moss greens, deep-set browns, and shabby grays — has made utilitarian dressing more casual and accessible, providing the young local fashionable set options to mix and match, and achieve the military look while keeping cool in this hot tropical weather.

Back to school makeover

Gone AWOL: Neutral colors go all-out this season.

Score a free makeover — wardrobe, makeup and haircut — just in time for the new school year. E-mail your photo, contact info and why you deserve the makeover to jackieoflash @yahoo.com.