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With a name said to derive from silK/Knit + ANGora + woOL, Kangol headwear has a legendary heritage dating back to 1938 England. Since then, it’s crowned numerous famous heads including the Beatles, Princess Diana, hip hop legends, Madonna, Brad Pitt, & sports greats. Of late, whether it’s the influence from celebrities, the universal style, or simply the kangaroo logo, men, women, the young & the old can’t seem to get enough of Kangol. Ever the innovator, Kangol has been leading the fashion pack back to hat-wearing as an expression of personal style, confidence, & originality.2008 is Kangol's 70th year & the iconic 504 (Kangol’s most popular model created circa 1954) received a timely remix from none other than Hiroshi Fujiwara (aka Fragment Design), the revered godfather of Japanese (& international) street-style.The special 504 features a contrast-colour peak, the logo of both brands, & a tropic yarn knit that permits breathability in warm weather. Fans everywhere have gobbled up pre-sale orders -- don’t miss this tough find!Sidenote: HF himself has been wearing Kangol for over two decades & is rarely seen without his trademark headgear. The classic ivy cap even became part of the get-up of the collectible vinyl toy (designed & produced by Chinese tastemakers Jukai & adFunture) made in HF's likeness.
Want shoes that no one else is likely to have? Here’s one that you won’t see many people in your neighborhood walking around in. The Mono Jane Hi from United Nude fuses our favourite features: peep-toe, wedge heel, & heel height! The combination of moulded EVA*, leather lining & rubber sole construction provides the perfect balance of lightness, comfort & flexibility. So much so, United Nude calls this their ‘most comfortable style of the season.’
Total heel height is 3½”, but what’s unique is the ½” hidden platform inside. (No one’ll be able to tell!)
A contrast leather strap with Velcro fastening allows a comfortable fit & smooth line across the foot, too.
*Although sometimes more popularly known as ‘EVA rubber’, there is actually no rubber in EVA. An elastomeric material, EVA (Ethylene-vinyl acetate) is soft, pliable, yet sturdy. It also possesses good clarity, gloss, barrier properties, stress-crack resistance, UV radiation resistance, & -- unlike rubber -- little or no odor. EVA provides superb cushioning in shoes & sport goods. Being bisphenol-a free & non-toxic, it’s also widely used in baby teethers & toys. Hot stick glues, used for arts & crafts activities, are made of EVA. EVA also happens to be what Crocs use in their signature shoes.
Classic slip-ons get a modern new twist in these Tretorn Strand sneakers.
Celebrated on the weekend closest to 24 Jun, Midsummer marks the longest day of the year in Sweden, where the sun never seems to set & many Swedes retreat to the countryside to enjoy the outdoors. The relaxed fun & vitality of spirit this holiday signifies formed the inspiration behind the Strand sneakers. (Strand is the Swedish word for ‘beach’.)
Utilitarian yet stylish, these shoes do away with laces & up the whimsy with bold graphics on the left foot -- a perch, an artichoke, etc. The right side is simply left blank.
Canvas upper provides comfortable durability, too.
117 years old this year, Tretorn is on the up again lately & these unique, unfettered Strands are certainly helping to fuel the brand’s exciting rerising.
While an accessories editor at Mademoiselle Magazine, Kate Noel Brosnahan noticed a void in the handbag market & decided she’d fill it. In 1993, with the help of then-boyfriend, now-husband Andy Spade, Kate kicked off her venture with 6 handbag prototypes that emphasised playful chic. The company was named Kate Spade -- Andy’s idea, even though he hadn’t yet proposed. (That would happen a few years hence.) The night before an accessories trade show, Kate was inspired to unpick all the Kate Spade labels sewn inside the bags & reattach them outside -- thus the signature Kate Spade look was born.Today, that famous label graces not only bags but also wallets, stationery, shoes, eyewear, beauty products, homewares, & more.Clean-looking, well put together, with a nod to the classics & an element of surprise, you’ll adore these useful & irresistibly optimistic wallets by Kate Spade.
Happy Mother’s Day.Just wanted to add our voice to the chorus of well-wishers.This year is the 100th anniversary of what is widely known as the first Mother’s Day. The challenges of motherhood have multiplied; yet, mums remain the glue that holds so many families together.If you need a little inspiration (be it to pamper the chic mum, salute the stay-at-home mum, or honour the new mum), do stop by the shops as we might just have that wonderful & cool gift for the amazing mum(s) in your life.Happy Mother’s Day to all of you who believe in your kids & nurture their positive dreams.
Enjoy the day in style!
