Kate Spade Fall 2014 Collection

Fashion and travel is a great fusion where inspiration brews new creations.  The diversity of culture, tradition, landscapes, gastronomy and the passion of adventure   shapes and molds amazing ideas in the world of design and style.  

In the Philippines, Kate Spade New York introduces their Fall 2014 Collection with Raffles Makati's launch of their Pret-A-Portea series held at the Writers Bar. A style setting journey to Asia such Tokyo, Shanghai and the Transcontinental Express(old world train travel) brings to life an amazing presentation of beautiful hues and prints, metallic details and relaxed silhouettes. Modernities of the first world as seen in colossal skyscrapers and cityscapes inspires anew in the collection with a chic spin on orientalia. The secrets of the orient reveal hints of Art Deco, graphics and color blocks giving a refreshing take on prints for any occasion.  Cheeky chic brings Tokyo's Harujuku district to the world with quirky but noteworthy handbags and clutches that adds a punch to any ensemble.  

Kate Spade's successful fashion statement of global fusion brings to life fun without going overboard.  The modern tale of more than two cities reveal an amazing collage of wearable tapestry.

Travel cross country with style with Tod's train clutch from the "All Abroad" collection.

Enter the wild side with cheetah printed accesories in the concrete jungle.

Fashion east meets west with Kate Spade's tale of two cities.

Fashion fun with mixed prints with a statement clutch.

Kate Spade 2014 Fall Collection

High Tea at the Kate Spade event in Raffles Makati with (L-R) Top Blogger Rica de Jesus of "Heart to Heart", Preview EIC Pauline Juan, SSI's Malu Francisco, Style Weekend and Manila Bulletin's Liza Ilarde-Cuenca and the author.

In the Philippines, Kate Spade New York is exclusively distributed by Store Specialists, Inc. and is located at The Power Plant Mall, Greenbelt 3, Rustan's Makati, Newport Mall, Shangrila Mall and Bonifacio High Street Central Square.

Orient Express

ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA's  AUTUMN WINTER 2011 collection is in the mood for China.  After arriving and successfully establishing in the country  20 years ago, Zegna this season is celebrating the extraordinary fusion of the East and West. The mixing of both worlds create an interesting fashion narrative taken from vintage uniforms and 1940's clothing in subdued hues such as Anthracite greys, tea and mahogany tones ranging from red to brown and touches of bamboo green.  Zegna's tailoring excellence is exemplified in contemporary silhouettes fitting for the man who knows the true meaning of luxury and how to wear them from day to night.


Style is in the detail from apparel to accessories as seen in highlights of shiny woven silk with an image of classical Chinese art, suede embroideries inspired from the imperial paintings, bamboo cane shapes in their “15milmil15” wool pinstripe,silk satin/velvet garments in modern cuts, silk ottoman jackets with light padding in kimono-cut version, leather combat-type boot with a slightly up curved tip,‘slipper-like’ shoes, holdall bags in printed leather, and “Duo Ties” with a hidden Zegna seal in Chinese handwriting. Zegna captures the historical tales of the East in smart chic luxe that define modern menswear dressing.  
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Ermenegildo Zegna Jacket & Trousers in Burgundy-Brown Herringbone

 Wool & Nylon Fabric.

Ermenegildo Zegna Jacket in Waffle Cashco Special 3 Buttons Model and 

Flatfront Trousers in Waffle Cashco. 

In the Philippines, Ermenegildo Zegna is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Rustan’s Makati.