Fashion is going all white and it’s showing up everywhere. The runways of Jil Sander, Chanel, Chloe, Hermès, Hussein Chalayan, Karl Lagerfeld, Sass & Bide, YSL, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Gucci, Rochas, Stella McCartney, Michael Kors, Preen, Fendi, Givenchy, Cacharel, Oscar dela Renta, Derek Lam, Rag & Bone, among a few, have highlighted the colorless hue. The white-washed fashion trend radiates this season.
White is the prefect alternative to creating a minimal and polished look. “More than a blank canvas, white focuses the eye on form and line, and now runs the gamut from pure innocence to power dressing,” says Emily Zak, acting executive fashion editor, Vogue.com.
White's Glam Power
No longer is it only for the pure and innocent. White is also for the daring and seasoned. White is an integral part of the mod woman’s wardrobe. This recurring trend has also become a wardrobe color staple. White not only looks clean and polished but it also goes with almost everything and anything! So start whitening your wardrobe if you haven’t already.
Incorporate these fashion staples into your wardrobe. The versatility alone is a sure sell. You’ll find these keepers to lighten and brighten your look.
White has many personalities. Take your pick.
White’s glam power is defined in the latest white evening garb collections with refined details. Use your creativity to accessorize these and keep it all white to highlight its allure. Your event entrance will definitely turn heads with these high-class and sophisticated alternatives. White’s glam power is show-stopping.
White is chic. It’s flirty and feminine. Ethereal and bohemian designs add charm to your style repertoire.
White is also classic. Refined tailoring in this all-time favorite shade for casual and formal wear are wardrobe basics. White clean lines go a long way.
WHITE RAIN
But how do you wear white without getting it all dirty in rainy Manila? Simple. Accessories are the way to go. Moreover, a functional yet up-to-date accessory is a guilt-free purchase. Invest in a white Swatch. A statement piece white watch is casual enough for everyday errands but fancy enough for a night out. It’s all in the mix-and-match of your wardrobe pieces. I, for one, cannot live without my Swatch Skin Lustrous Bliss. It can be dressed down casual one day and go hot glam on another.
The rain shouldn’t stop you from wearing white. On the contrary, it’s a must.
It’s such a refreshing contrast to the gloomy Manila weather. Flash cheer to the rainy days and wear a white Swatch. Swatch goes all-white, too.
Swatch watches match those white style personalities. Take your pick.
For the glam yet sporty, choose from Swatch Irony Retrograde Cold Hour White, Irony Chrono Your Turn White or Chrono Plastic Mister Pure.
Go for the Swatch Irony Medium White Ceramic, Swatch Colour Codes Just White, Swatch Skin White Classiness or Swatch New Gent White Rebel if you want a classic look.
Swatch Lady Double Tour Cool Breeze is for girls who want to embrace their femininity.
For the hip and up-to-date, layer a Swatch White Colour Codes Bracelet. It’s a quick way to update your look.
You can be mod classic, flirty feminine, edgy glam, casual chic or sporty yet sophisticated. Remember: it’s all about having fun. So, who says you just have to pick one? Play dress-up for real.
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