Poolside Appeal: Summer fashion accessories to make you look hot and stay cool

How best to elevate your poolside accoutrements this summer? Perhaps selecting a combination of the hottest fashion accessories (listed below) this summer will best pair with your beach-going attire with some much-needed flare, whether you will be diving in or lounging around.

Look 1
Panama hat by Hermès; Birkin Fray Fray 35 bag by Hermès; Heeled sandals by Hermès; Beach towel by Hermès; Rouge Hermès SS21 Limited Edition Lipsticks by Hermès; Ring scarf by Hermès; Swimsuit by Hermès; Suede sandals by Hermès

Look 2
Précieux Kelly long necklace by Hermès; Oval platter by Hermès; Nantuket watch by Hermès; Bracelet in printed enamel by Hermès; WOOF WOOF silk scarf by Hermès; Park Passifolia picnic basket by Hermès

Look 3
VA 2044 sunglasses by Valentino; Butterfly Blue Glossy Elaphe mini handbag with plexi chain by Jimmy Choo; Strap-detail open-toe sandals by Tom Ford; Pink Marmela leather sandals by Christian Louboutin; Chain belt with interlocking G charm by Gucci; Hobo handbag with woven handle by Jimmy Choo; Miami Mint Gel snake printed leather sandals with plexi heels by Jimmy Choo

Look 4
Small Blueprint bag by Byredo; Small perfume holders by Byredo; Argila and Ocra tinted lip balms by Byredo; Mini blueprint bag by Byredo; Dysco eyeshadow compact by Byredo

Look 5
Paula’s lbiza sunglasses by Loewe; Paula’s lbiza espadrilles by Loewe; Eclipse earrings in metal and mother of pearl by Loewe; Seven Chakras necklace in gemstones and brass by Loewe; Passion Fruit half moon purse by Loewe; Ruffles balloon bag in raffia and calfskin by Loewe

Look 6
La Medusa hairpins by Versace; La Medusa lacquered pendant necklace by Versace; Trésor de la Mer earrings by Versace; Trésor de la Mer charm bracelet by Versace; Trésor de la Mer visor by Versace; Donatella necklace by Versace; Water bottle by Versace; Wireless headphone case by Versace; Plissé nappa leather sandals by Versace; La Medusa soft tote bag by Versace

Hot Tropics: Breezy summer fashion styles

Fancy a tropical getaway to a Mediterranean island or to a sandy white beach off the one of Asia’s many beautiful coasts? Perhaps these vogue fantasy fashion styling ideas would inspire you to manifest your deepest sartorial desires…

Look 1
On Her:
Handbag by Byredo; Swimsuit by Hermès; Heels by Christian Louboutin
On Him:
Oversized button shirt, shorts by Balenciaga; Shoes by Christian Louboutin

Look 2
On Her:
Dress by Valentino; Heels by Valentino Garavani
On Him:
T-shirt and pants by Valentino; Cross-body bag by Valentino Garavani

Look 3
On Her:
Dress, bag and heels by Versace;
On Him:
Jacket and pants by Ralph Lauren

Look 4
Jacket, vest and pants by Gucci

Look 5
On Her:
Bikini top, long skirt, hand bag and heels by Loewe
On Him:
Jacket, shorts, cross-body and shoes by Gucci

Look 6
On Her:
Top, pants and heels by Emporio Armani
On Him:
Jacket, pants and shoes by Emporio Armani

Look 7
Earrings and top by Balenciaga

Look 8
On Her:
Crystal-embellished intarsia cotton-blend terry mini dress and crystal-embellished candy mini skirt by David Koma, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Pearl acrylic and gold-tone tote by Cult Gaia, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him:
Jacket and pants by Ralph Lauren; Handbag by Hermès; Shoes by Emporio Armani

Look 9
On Her:
Dress, handbag, boots by Stella McCartney
On Him:
Hoodie sweater, cross-body bag, pants, and shoes by Balenciaga

Photographer: Jack Ngai
Videographer: Kingsley Lau
Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma
Female model: Taya (Primo Management Limited)
Male model: Sasha M (Primo Management Limited
Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Joenny Lau

Soap and Glory: Awash with winners…

Washing your hands need not be an unnecessarily dreary business, at least not when you have an array of luxury soap brands to choose from. Indeed, many of these upmarket cleansers not only wash away unwanted microbes, but also add an element of olfactory bliss to this otherwise mundane mandatory ritual.

A clear recommendation to anyone here would be Zenology’s Mandarin Green Tea. Loaded with nourishing perks, its formula helps retain the skin’s naturally smooth texture thanks to its blend of PCA hydrating sodium, aloe vera extract, and vitamins E and C.

A fine alternative, meanwhile, is L’Occitane’s collection of Shea Butter Soaps, which is said to keep your hands silky smooth thanks to its blend of botanical oils and Shea, while invigorating the senses with its citrusy verbena fragrance.

Not to be overlooked, however, is the Poppy & Barley body-and-hand wash that comes courtesy of Jo Malone. This promises a two-in-one multi-sensory experience, which is soft to the touch and immerses you in a lavish floral, berry and cotton-soft barley aroma.

Similarly sublime is the Byredo range of Hand Care liquid soaps, a collection of four sublime scents – Vetyver, Suede, Rose, and Tulipmania – all of which are said to offer a truly deluxe deep-cleansing experience for your digits.

Finally, Aesop’s woody aroma Reverence Aromatique takes a somewhat different approach to keeping your hands hygienic. Favouring a vegan and cruelty-free option via the use of botanical extracts and finely-milled pumice, it is said to both exfoliate your skin while optimising your self-care routine.

Spring Accessories: Seasonal must-have items to add to your collection

With the long-awaited arrival of spring finally here, discerning fashionistas can look forward to revamping their collections to inject a welcome seasonal flourish. To help get you started, we’ve curated a selection of sophisticated spring accessories to add an unmistakable flair to any occasion.

Mythic Pens
For nearly five years now, the luxury German accessories company Montblanc has released an annual collection in honour of oriental culture. This year, the brand celebrates Eastern beliefs through three limited-edition pens – The Rat Limited Edition 512, which pays homage to the zodiac animal of the year, and the Vermillion Dragon Edition 8 and the Vermillion Dragon Edition 88, with both featuring stunning carvings of the mythological creature. The collection also comes complete with a glass bottle of golden colour ink and a notebook in gold Saffiano leather.

Ace Cases
For this Spring 2020 season, the high-end luxury travel and lifestyle accessories brand Tumi has focused on creativity and practicality in its line of bags and suitcases. Combining luxury and innovation, TUMI’s new seasonal offerings also include the 19 Degree Aluminum collection available in two colors – blush and bright lime. With the corners curved in perfect angle, these travel cases are both functional and stylish.

Luxury Luggage
The European luxury house Byredo has perennially committed itself to producing the best in fashion and this is more than evident in its latest leather collection. By using a variety of different leathers in the collection, the brand effortlessly showcases its take on classic craftsmanship. A high point here is the Blueprint Bag, made of contrasting calfskin and lambskin and complete with silver or gold brass hardware straps. Available in a range of colours, including black, white, blue, yellow and more, the bag comes in two sizes – mini and medium.

Focal Points
The German manufacturer Leica Camera AG has launched three new takes on its range of M lenses. These include the APO-Summicron-M 75 f/2 ASPH in silver, which is perfect for clicking portraits, and the limited-editions Summicron-M 28 f/2 ASPH and APO-Summicron-M 90 f/2 ASPH in olive green. With markings in red and white on these olive-green lenses and red and black on the anodised silver lens, good clarity is said to be ensured in every item.

Blue for You
With America’s Pantone announcing ‘classic blue’ as the 2020 colour of the year, luxury label Il Bisonte’s selection of blue bags represents a style statement quite in keeping with this thrilling trend. From crossbody bags to wallets, there is a huge selection on offer, with something here for every taste. If you prefer something edgy and bold, then keep a particular look out for the Ciprea in leather – a revolutionary round-shaped bag.

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