It's almost June and it's still hot outside. The weather here in Manila is really at its boiling point even when the rainy seasons are nearing its approach. What better way to dress up to this sauna weather than cool and light tones to freshen up your look. White and cool gray tones are just some of the basic essentials a stylish man should own, your favorite plain white tee, a unique light gray trousers, and your all around white leather sneakers. 

This look can be worn to the mall, a quick event, or a fun day with your barkadas. It's casually trendy and stylish for the modern man and is very comfy. Gone are the days that we dress like going to Carribean cruise. It's almost the end of the summer season, so better pack up those floral shorts and Hawaiian shirts for next year. Remember that hot weather doesn't really mean "Shorts Weather" you can wear something light and airy that would make you look classy and dapper-like without looking like going to a summer getaway.

If you have been reading my previous blog posts, you would know that I went to Singapore last week. We took this picture at Changi airport when we arrived there at around 8 o'clock in the morning. I always travel light, well, not too light, probably 7.8 out of 10 kilos max. Haha. When traveling, make sure that you always wear your heaviest or biggest piece of garment that you'll be bring in your destination, that way you won't have a hard time squeezing it all in your luggage and you won't be charged extra for exceeding your baggage limit. My silver luggage is from Urban (SM Department Store) and it is very light and well-designed in terms of it's ergonomics.

As you can see, I wore my favorite black hat, and paired it with a monochromatic outfit. The shirt is a one piece long shirt from Bershka. It has a long silhouette and a very modernist, minimalistic design. I wore my black jeans from Topman and my comfy Adidas Black running shoes. Make sure you are comfy enough to stroll and wait around the airport. 

Outfit:

Black Hat, Bought in Korea

Shirt, BERSHKA

Pants, TOPMAN

Rubber Shoes, ADIDAS

Sunnies, URBANOUTFIT MNL

Luggage, URBAN at SM Dept Store

- T.E. Lawrence

Since it's pretty breezy these past few summer nights, I decided to wear my black coat (that I got from Korea) over my plain black shirt from Topman. I matched my all black tops with my favorite black Hat (also from Korea). I then paired it with my dark navy Jeans from JAG USA to give some texture and color transition from black to a dark navy. 

To add a hint of color and character, I wore my Gold watch together with my Canary Yellow leather Loafers I got from Milanos at SM Department Store. If you love affordable and unique shoes you should check them out, they have a really cool and fresh selection of shoes and loafers there. If you're an online shopper, I saw a big collection of men's shoes at ZALORA that you should definitley check out as well.

I wore my gold watch from Valentino as an accent piece. Then I toned it down with plain black skinny jeans from Forever 21. 

Then, I got this awesome leather mandals from Milanos at SM Department Store. It's so chic and trendy, and it's also very comfortable in the feet. It will also go well with any of your summer outfits because of it's color and style.

 Summer, once again, is bringing back the intense heat that we've all mised, or not. There are so many things we can do this Summer Break to avoid idleness and boredom and one of those is to travel. No matter where we go, how far it is, whom we're with, a journey will always be a new experience for all of us. 

To some people, traveling with friends/ family is a stress reliever, it is where they are comfortable at, surrounded by love ones. However, there are also some people who love to take on journeys alone. It is  a way to self-discovery and exploration, and it is how they get to relax and chill. As a traveller, I've always traveled alongside my family and friends but there is still a part of me that wanted to disconnect from all of them. Maybe it's the self-discovery thing or probably I just want to be alone and independent.

 I wore a modern 2-toned style button down, it's half white denim and half washed denim. I bought this shirt at Burton Menswear in SM Megamall. It's a good piece especially if you're the type of guy who loves denim and loves to wear simple elegant pieces and also if you're a minimalistic trendsetter. This top will look even better if layered with a white, black or another denim piece like a jacket, hoodie, blazer, or a coat but I decided no to so I could show you how it looks when work as is.

About three months ago, I was featured on The SDA Project sporting this outfit. The SDA Project is a blog for DLS-CSB SDA students, it revolves around style, fashion, food, news, etc. They'll show you what's in and hot this season for Benildeans and LaSallians.

"Investing on timeless pieces such as a bomber jacket is always a good idea. These have been around for decades, tracing back to WWI. It obviously won’t be going anywhere, any time soon. No matter how you’d wear it, you’d still look as equally cool. Think James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause or perhaps mega dream boat, Ryan Gosling. Today, PJ shows us how he styles his bomber jacket."

--  Jeline Catt

Simple doesn't mean being boring or bland. Simplicity in one's outfit dictates a strong perception of being fashionable because this is where audience can see whether you look good wearing plain. Also, this is a chance for them to see that YOU are wearing the clothes, not vice versa (the clothes are wearing you, okay you got that already, sorry haha). 

Black is always a safe color to wear and can make you look tall and slim. An all black outfit even is a good look but make sure to add some details that would stand out because you wouldn't want to look like a goth or a hairdresser in salons. A simple jacket, even in a muted or dull tone can look good in an all black outfit especially you want to keep that dark elegant look you'd like to project. Simple details in your jacket like buttons, pockets, shape, pipings make a difference. Make sure to choose one that can make an outfit looks complete. Accessories also does the same trick as well as your bag and shoes.

I this look I wore an all black outfit and layered it with a shade of a moss/ olive/ grass green (sorry i'm not particuar with the exact color) with vintage gold button details. I paired it up with the same Vintage Gold tone of watch from Aldo and added a Houndstooth-patern tote bag from SM Department Store (which I got for P99 only, how coolr is that?)

Plain Black Tee, TOPMAN

Black Skinny Jeans, 21 MEN

Gold Watch, ALDO

Houndstooth Tote Bag, SM DEPT STORE

Black Suede Slippers with tassel, MILANOS at SM DEPT STORE

For me, button-down shirts are must-haves. The classic shape and sillhouette of a button-down can make you look slim and proportion especially of you get one in your exact size. Also being a "button-down" it looks neater, cleaner and more classy and stylish than regular polos because it holds up the collar to avoid flapping and unwanted awkward sillhouettes.

Rucksacks have been the new craze since last year and this my second RuckSack I bought at Flying Dutchman. I love the Navy Blue canvas and Mahogany Brown leather details and how it can match different color pallettes of different outfits. Also, the bag is very strong and can carry lots of stuff like books, SLRs, extra clothes, headphones, tablets, Macbook Air, etc.

I have always been a fan of Vans and their cool fresh designs. This Black Canvas with gold details and Brown sole is a must buy for fashionistas and fashionistos who would want to wear sneakers but still looking classy and sophisticated. Also, it's a perfect buy for people who have difficulties in matching clothes because this pair is a master match to any of your palettes and outfits.

Button-down Shirt, FLYING DUTCHMAN

Black Skinny Jeans, 21MEN

Black Hoodie (Used as Wrap-up), BENCH

Black Sneakers, VANS

Rucksack, FLYING DUTCHMAN

Summer is just around the corner for most students and it's again a perfect time to bring out

 those bright colored shirts and statement glasses. For some people, color blockings aren't

 for their everyday outfit expecially when you're all stressed out from schoolworks and stuff

 like that. If you're that type of person then worry no more because you can bring back the

 color iin your fashion life.

They say orange is the color this Spring/Summer season, well it's good to agree and

 disagree. Being on trend or not you can still look good and stylish. You don't have to follow

 the trend but if you do, it's alright. But for some who don't have the money to buy new