The Icon: Kid Cudi Redux

I already wrote about one of my style idols Kid Cudi in a previous post, but Time Out New York has just released this short-but-sweet interview profiling the musician's style choices. Actually my first time to hear from Cudi and judging from what I've read, I see a lot of similarities between our beliefs on style. Thing is, he just looks a lot more fly doing it. Now, a sneak peek!

Favorite Designers: “I love what Nigo does with BAPE, and what KAWS is doing for Original Fake. I hated suits until I wore a Calvin Klein; they just fit me. But I don’t know high-end designers and shit; that’s not my world. I dabble though. I like Louis Vuitton accessories, but I’d never wear their clothes. No offense, it’s just not my steeze.” (Take a gander at the whole interview and video here!)

Cudi making a denim Levi's shirt look fresh

Photo courtesy of Time Out New York

The Art: Nike's Human Chain

Nothing peculiar 'ere. Just Nike releasing yet another advertising gem with great effects and a star-studded cast. The multiple shots of the people in motion were quite the sight to behold and the accompanying soundtrack, in my view, was a perfect choice. It's what we've...Wait a sec, is that Quinton "Rampage" Jackson of UFC fame in a Nike commercial? Man, MMA's really is going mainstream now!

The Item: Fred Perry SS 10 Collection

I've been giving my slim jeans a rest lately and opting for trousers even on casual days. Not only do they set me apart, but truth be told, they actually are way more comfortable than denim. So lightweight and so so charming. Which brings me to this new collection of Fred Perry.

What jumps out to me more than anything are those wonderful trousers. Not slim? No problem! The seeming straight cut gives you that much needed room after all those years of skinny jean lovin'. That, and they pair well with slim shirts too due to the nice contrast they make. As with everything Fred, the new drops are timeless pieces which you'll probably be wearing years from now. Try 'em for yourself at the Laurel Shop in Greenbelt 5!

Those trousers look great folded up, wouldn't you agree?

If ever, I'm definitely getting this color!

Photos courtesy of Fred Perry

The Item: Gap Dual Collar Jacket

Just to make things clear, I'm not a fan of detachable dual purpose clothing. I just think they try a little too hard to be versatile to the point of being annoying. Remember those pants with zippers around the knees which you can turn into shorts? Dark days, man, dark days. Which is why I find this dual collar jacket from Gap confusing. Despite my hatred for two-in-ones, I can't help but be attracted to it.

After thinking long and hard about it, I think it boils down to the fact that jacket combines the collar types of my two favorite kinds of outerwear: the harrington and the baseball jacket. The execution of the tacky details are kept to a minimum in my opinion, with the zipper just slightly peeking out. The color's not bad too and because I'm into all things khaki nowadays, it's really a no-brainer. The only struggle is with the price. At P6,000+ a pop, it has me thinking if I should buy two jackets instead. Either way, another good job by Gap.

It's a harrington now...

But it turns into a baseball jacket, just like that!

The Happening: The Look of Lurve

Yeah, that's me, smiling and having a ball, mostly because of the person across me who took this picture and a wee bit thanks to the layering combo I have on. It seems as though I bought the safari/utility shirt from Gap just in time as the trend's just kicking in. To tell you the truth, trend or not, it really doesn't matter. It's one timeless purchase and the way it matches a plethora of undershirt colors has made it my go-to overshirt for every casual occasion imaginable.

Foolin' around after dinner. Quaint little house ain't it?

On her: Zara all over (basic shirt, pleated jersey skirt, strap-on flats), Longchamp Le Pliage
On me: Gap safari shirt, Topman polka dot shirt and slim trousers, Sperry Top-siders

The Happening: The Good 'Ole Days

To celebrate Valentine's Day, my girlfriend and I went to ancestral-house-turned-fancy-schmancy-restraurant La Cocina de Tita Moning for dinner. Before our meal, there was a brief tour of the old home, which was conveniently adorned by all things vintage. It looked like a museum if anything, but among all the awesome stuff, it was the picture albums which caught my attention the most.

This picture of groomsmen delighted me in particular. Just look at those dashing gray suits! My girlfriend pointed out how great the fit of the suits were for every single one of them and I totally agree. The skinny ties and the little flower on the lapel of their suits were great touches as well. It actually inspired me to consider the same outfits for my bros at my own wedding. No rush, though, no rush! There are still many great bachelor years left to be had!

I can only hope to have a wedding this stylish!

The glasses, the hair, the sleeve length = perfection!

What I like about this picture are grandpa's glasses. Why? Because they're exactly like my own girlfriend-given Ray-Ban browlines! It's just so funny how some stuff from the past come back in a big way. Actually makes you wonder why they even left in the first place. Hey, what's important anyways is that style sensibilities of glory days gone by is back. It's up to all of us now to make sure it's here to stay.

Will I look like this in 50 years? I'm bald now anyways...