Fashion Trends: Monochromatic outfits are here to stay…

Timeless, seasonless and simply classic, black and white style is absolutely the way to go if you’re aiming for a look to suit any occasion. This monochromatic palette remains a constant staple throughout the seasonal fashion cycle and here, we’ve put together some of our favourite ensembles from this season’s high fashion collections.

Look 1

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On Her: Drop earrings, jacket, skirt, handbag and heels by Prada
On Him: Jacket and pants by Gucci; Shoes by Salvatore Ferragamo

Look 2

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On Her: Earrings by Jimmy Choo; Nylon-strap mini-dress by Ganni, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER
On Him: Cross-body bags, jacket, pants and sandals by Balenciaga

Look 3

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On Her: Shawl, top and long shirt by Chloé
On Him: Top, shorts, handbag and sandals by Salvatore Ferrgamo

Look 4

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Jacket and pants by Brunello Cucinelli

Also Read: It List: Spring fashion accessories to invest in right now

Look 5

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On Her: Button-embellished midi dress by Rasario, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heels by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Jacket, pants and shoes by Dunhill

Look 6

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On Her: Necklace, bracelet, ring, top, pants and handbag by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Top, jacket and pants by Versace

Look 7

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On Her: Jacket, bralette and pants by Hermès
On Him: Top and pants by Hermès

Look 8

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On Her: Necklace, ring, jacket, bra and heels by Gucci
On Him: Jumpsuit, bracelets, socks and shoes by Prada

Look 9

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Long-coat, bodysuit, earrings and mid-heel pointed toe mules by Shiatzy Chen

Also Read: High fashion, glam ideas for your next vacation

(Photographer: Jack Law Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma Videographer: Jackie Chan; Female model: Kiranjeet Gill (Elite Model Management Hong Kong Limited); Male model: Leo Umanskiy (Elite Model ; Management Hong Kong Limited); Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Owen Ko)

Chromatic Charisma: Bright and Bold spring trends are here

Nothing announces Spring quite like a splash of colour to your ensemble. Bold, bright and electrifying, check out Gafencu’s edit of high street fashion styles to step into the new season.

Look 1

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On Her: Cropped jacket, pants and boots by Versace
On Him: Jacket and trousers by Diesel

Look 2

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On Her
Dress and heels by Prada
On Him
Bucket hat, jumpsuit, bag and shoes by Prada

Look 3

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Long trench coat and sweat pants by Balenciaga

Look 4

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Earrings, top and long skirt by Shiatzy Chen

Look 5

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On Her: Hoodie, long denim skirt and heels by Balenciaga
On Him: Hoodie and trousers by Diesel; Shoes by Jimmy Choo

Look 6

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On Her: Oversized jacket by Diesel; Handbag by Roger Vivier; Heels by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Jacket and pants by Dunhill; Cross-body bag by Rimowa; Mule sandals by Salvatore Ferragamo

Look 7

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On Her: Dress and wedge sneakers by Isabel Marant
On Him: Jacket, pants and sneakers by Diesel

Look 8: 

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On Her: Dress by Ports 1961; Handbag and heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him: T-shirt, shorts and shoes by Diesel

Look 9

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On Her: Dress and boots by Valentino
On Him: Jacket, button-up shirt, shorts and boots by Valentino

 

(Photographer: Jack Law Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma Videographer: Jackie Chan; Female model: Sonia B (Quest Artists & Models) Male model: Maksim B (Quest Artists & Models); Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Owen Ko)

Step out in your finest winterwear with these soirée stylings

Hitting the mark on all levels of glam, edgy and irresistibly modern, these fashion winter styles will inspire your next party look and ensure you step out into your next big soirée with styles to turn heads and a wardrobe to impress.

Look 1

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Earrings, bracelet, long jacket and boots by Loewe

Look 2

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Earrings, and dress by Shiatzy Chen; Cross-body bag by Jimmy Choo; Heels by Dolce & Gabbana

Look 3

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Ring and belt accessory by Roger Vivier; + NET SUSTAIN Beneventotie Together one-shoulder cutout maxi dress by ARTCLUB, Courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heels by Jimmy Choo

Look 4

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Earrings, necklace, gloves, fur wrap, corset, skirt, heels and bag by Gucci

Look 5

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Turtleneck and pants by Dolce & Gabbana; Heels by Christian Louboutin

Look 6

Step out in your finest party looks inspired by these soirée stylings gafencu look 6

Dress by Shiatzy Chen; Handbag by Christian Louboutin; Heels by Jimmy Choo

Look 7

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Earrings, top, shirt and heels by Miu Miu

 

(Photographer: Jack Law Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma Videographer: Kes Lei and Jackie Chan; Model: Liza M (A1M Management Limited) Hair and Make Up: Owen Ko)

Retro Fashion: Timeless ensemble for a classic vintage look

Nothing really goes out of style in fashion — they only turn vintage.

Take for example a 80s inspired dress suit with an edgy side slit by Miu Miu for the power-forward modern woman or a classy yet snazzy disco- flashy jacket and trousers by Gucci… These snapshot-ready fashion styling ideas will jazz up your Instagram feed any time of the day.

Look 1

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On Her
Earrings, cropped jacket, long skirt, handbag, thigh-high socks and heels by Miu Miu

On Him
Sweater, long jacket, trousers and shoes by Dolce & Gabbana

Look 2

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On Her
Earrings by Gucci; Ruffled mesh-paneled mini dress by David Koma, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Bag by Miu Miu; Boots by Jimmy Choo

On Him
Sweater, pants, shoes by Loewe

Look 3

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On Her
iPhone 13 in pink by Apple; Button-up shirt, jacket, trousers, handbag and heels by Gucci

On Him
iPhone 13 in white by Apple; Button-up shirt, jacket, pants and loafers by Gucci

Look 4

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On Her
Jacket and trousers by Prada; Heels by Christian Louboutin

On Him
Button-up shirt, jacket, pants and shoes by Prada

Look 5

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Jacket, pants and loafers by Gucci

Look 6

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On Her
Dress by Gucci; Headband and handbag by Roger Vivier; Heels by Jimmy Choo

On Him
Jacket, long jacket, trousers and boots by Hermès; 

Look 7

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Long dress, chain belt and knee-high boots by Shiatzy Chen

Look 8

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On Her
Cropped button-up shirt, cropped jacket and pants by Prada; Heels by Jimmy Choo

On Him
Turtleneck, long coat, trousers and shoes by Hermès

Featuring: iPhone 13 and iPad Pro by Apple (#ShotoniPhone13ProMax)

Look 9

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On Her
iPhone 13 in red by Apple; Jacket and trousers by Shiatzy Chen; Heels by Jimmy Choo

On Him
iPhone 13 in blue by Apple; Turtleneck, vest, pants and shoes by Prada

 

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In Shapes: Framing your fetching looks with these fashion accessories

From captivating jewels to adorn the ears, wrist and neck by Mulberry, Dior and Loewe to a patchwork chambray square scarf by Christian Dior, check out this season’s trendiest fashion accessories that will frame your best assets…

gafencu In Shapes Do you dare reject the square with these fashion accessories

Look 1
1. Baroque Grace pearl earrings in mother-of-pearl by Mulberry
2.Gold-finish metal, white resin pearls and multi-colour crystal earrings by Christian Dior
3. Gold-finish metal 30 Montaigne bracelet by Christian Dior
4, 6, 7. Emerald Petal earrings, pink bracelet and nude Petal necklace, all by Mulberry 5. Sphere bracelet by Loewe
8. Secret Garden squirrel necklace in gold brass by Mulberry

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Look 2
1. Joia crystal-embellished silver-tone belt by Isabel Marant, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER
2. Oversized portobello bag in printed python and black silky calfskin by Mulberry
3. Balloon bag necklace tan/gold by Loewe
4 – 6. F-heel slingbacks in vicuna, yellow and optic white, all by Salvatore Ferragamo
7. Horsebit 1955 mini top handle bag by Gucci

gafencu In Shapes Do you dare reject the square with these fashion accessories (2)

Look 3
1. Plissé nappa leather mules by Versace
2. DiorClub V1U visor by Christian Dior
3 – 4. Airpods case and Medusa pink chain shoulder bag by Versace
5. Pink long chain shoulder bag by Tom Ford
6. Radji leather-trimmed crystal-embellished suede shoulder bag by Isabel Marant, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER
7. Air Slides slippers by Stella McCartney 

gafencu In Shapes Do you dare reject the square with these fashion accessories (4)

Look 4
1. Shell tote bag by Loewe
2. Dior Poème laced ballerina flats by Christian Dior
3. Studded laser-cut leather boots by Shiatzy Chen 

gafencu In Shapes Do you dare reject the square with these fashion accessories (5)

Look 5
1. Navy blue Dior patchwork chambray pavots square scarf by Christian Dior
2. FT0882 Neughman sunglasses by Tom Ford
3. Edith acetate sunglasses in Havana by Mulberry
4. DiorClun M1U sunglasses by Christian Dior

 

 

 

Photographer: Jack Law
Videographer: Andy Wan
Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma

Hanger Managemnet: Time to take stock of your new spring look

If the last few weeks were any indication, the warmer days welcomes in a new season to reform your wardrobe for the forthcoming Spring season. And what better way to complete your fresh new Springtime outfits with the perfect pop of Spring colours to accessorise your looks, courtesy of this month’s Gafencu fashion accessory feature…

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Look 1
Medusa aeternitas choker necklace by Versace; Openwork viscose turtleneck sweater by Prada3; Light blue leather shorts by Versace; Pendant necklace by Hermès; Necklace with horn charm in brass by YSL; SC necklace by Shiatzy Chen; Medusa necklace by Versace; SC earrings by Shiatzy Chen; Top by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Myscelus Amystis crispinella by Novel Fineries; 80’s vanity case in black quilted leather by YSL; SC belt by Shiatzy Chen;  Thick belt by Shiatzy Chen; Heels by Dolce & Gabbana; Zipit flats by Stella McCartney; Wool tweed jacket by Gucci

gafencu fashion accessories Hanger Managemnet Time to take stock of your new spring look

Look 2
Hat by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Overalls by Hermès; Polaroid camera by Mr Porter; Prada Cleo brushed leather shoulder bag by Prada; Black and cognac striped eel leather knee-high boots by Jimmy Choo; Pink and white serpentine knots by Novel Fineries

gafencu fashion accessories Hanger Managemnet Time to take stock of your new spring look (2)

Look 3
Canvas hooded raincoat by Prada; Scarf by Gucci; Shoes by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Ken Scott print Dionysus super large bag by Gucci

gafencu fashion accessories Hanger Managemnet Time to take stock of your new spring look (3)

Look 4
Niki chain bag in ox print by YSL; Coat by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Leather cropped jacket by Versace; Top from ba&sh; Shirt by Gucci; Pants by Gucci; Scarf by Hermès; Handbag by Hermès; Ankle boots in ox print by YSL

gafencu fashion accessories Hanger Managemnet Time to take stock of your new spring look (4)

Look 5
Multicolour check top and pants by Salvatore Ferragamo; Brushed leather handbag by Prada; Ballet flats by Gucci

 

Photographer: Jack Law
Videographer: Andy Wan
Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma

Ok, Bloomer: Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath

Early on set, the warmer month of March offers a blossoming new beginning to brighter and bolder affairs in bloom. As is the case with sartorial flourishes that dress to impress, here are some floral-inspired outfits that best welcome in the springtime.

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 1

Look 1
On Her:
Hat by Gucci;Top by Prada;Skirt by Loewe;Strap-around heels by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio
On Him:
Top by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Danaus Plexippus pocket square by Novel Fineries; Pants and shoes by Prada

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 2

Look 2
On Her:
Headscarf by Gucci; Knitted dress by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him:
Sweater by Salvatore Ferragamo

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 3

Look 3
On Her:
Lace collar top by Shiatzy Chen; Chain belt by Gucci; Pants by Dolce & Gabbana; Heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him:
Sweater by Dolce & Gabbana; Pants by Hermès; Boots by Ermenegildo Zegna

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 4

Look 4
Ear cuff, rings, butterfly badges and gorget by Novel Fineries; Gold flower by Gucci; Top by ba&sh; Belt and bracelet by Shiatzy Chen

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 5

Look 5
On Her:
Headband, skirt and socks by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Dress by Stella McCartney; Heels by Gucci
On Him:
Tank top by Dolce & Gabbana

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 6

Look 6
On Her:
Necklace, bracelet, ring and heels by Hermès; Dress by Alex Perry, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Handbag by Gucci
On Him:
Top by Prada; Oleria Onega crispinella by Novel Fineries; Pants by Salvatore Ferragamo; Boots by Ermenegildo Zegna

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 7

Look 7
On Her:
Earrings, sheer dress top and skirt by Simone Rocha x H&M Studio; Turtleneck by Prada; Stockings and heels by Gucci
On Him:
Colias Euxanthe Hermina Pocket art and Golden Cobra & Indigo Cobra serpentine knot by Novel Fineries; Suit jacket and pants from H&M Edition by Héctor Bellerín; Shoes by Prada

gafencu magazine Ok, Bloomer Discover what that leaf motif may bequeath fashion feature march look 8

Look 8

Jacket and pants from H&M Edition by Héctor BellerÍn; Sandals by Hermès

 

 

Photographer: Jack Law
Videographer: Kes Lei
Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma
Models : Julie Cheng and Louie Langston (Elite Model Management Hong Kong Limited)
Hair and Make-up: Angel Arlen Pasco and Anthony Sum