Shirt stories

Fashion is fit to a tee. The classic T-shirt emerges this season as one of the biggest trends to hit the shades of summer. In the Spring-Summer 07 collections, the legendary piece is liberated from its stereotypical utilitarian function to be brilliantly worshipped as the hottest style declaration. The unparalleled basic of all basics is no longer restrained to the home, a sport or the gym but a straightforward statement piece of relevance to modern times.

Fashion history makes a mark as the major-league wardrobe staple takes centerstage in these unconventional times. Where the manner of wearability and versatility of style parameters are explored, the current spin on the shirt displays a wonderful exhibition of creativity. The evolution of the classic silhouette today has advanced into the domain of formalities and informalities creating a new level of chicness without any exceptions. The ultimate fashion necessity is now a playground of designs that are streamlined, functional and playful.

Dressing up the tee as a fashion piece showcases a variety of looks to one’s personal taste — from a feel of romantic to rock ‘n roll, a range of styles such as shine, print or iconic; and a play of silhouettes that are draped, oversized, shrunk or layered. These modern shirt tales can be paired with summer’s sexy skinny pants, towered with the allure of short shorts and frolic with the feminine appeal of skirts whether micro, mini or pencil.

In the world of Philippine retail, maverick brand Folded and Hung takes the shirt to a new level of chic inventions. Inspired from the drama and fascinating appeal of haute couture, the brand commissioned young design visionaries Joey Samson and Ivarluski Aseron to create masterpieces from the most popular form of fabrication — the pique. The aspirational innovation is an amazing execution of modern style that’s cutting-edge and fashion forward. Though materialized in the most primary of colours, F & H offers a charade of trendy tones fit for those who want to be at the forefront of style this summer. The brilliance in design on the shirt aims to stimulate the market and creative minds into the infinite possibilities of style. It is a hopeful movement that goes beyond your ordinary fashion tee-fix.

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