OLD & NEW

Guys, it's not all about side shaved hair these days. Long, waxy hair is da shit! And with that ol' school beret and even ol' school glasses, I'm in love with Ahmad's style.

I was at Paul Smith's Spring/Summer 2013 shop launch last week where I met Ahmed who works as the flagship store's sales assistant. I know it's expected that his clothes are all sponsored from hat to toe (except for his accessories), and looking so awesomely preppy and cool is part of his job (he has two looks a year and gets to keep all of them!), I would very much consider a career change.



So you are entitled to Paul Smith's goodies but how do you stand out from your counterparts? Or so, turning the brand's signature into something of your own? Ahmad's hair, glasses and wrist accessories make all the difference. Berets have such a long history (worn since the Bronze Age) and Ahmad pairs the traditional headwear with his modern clothing so well, it looks relevant even today.

Style Tip: For a casual yet preppy look, wear the unexpected beret and never forget your ol' school glasses.

I am very intrigued by his skull bracelet. Ahmad managed to score a deal (at a very very VERY affordable price) at eBay! Never have I thought that eBay would be a fashion haven but better late then never right?



Here's the roundup: Beret, shirt, pants and shoes are all from Paul Smith, glasses from Haji Lane, skull bracelet from eBay and Balenciaga leather bracelet.

Off to eBay!

RAD RED GIRL

Red top, red jacket, red bag, red shoes and red socks, Issa's look is red hot like fire! I first met Issa at an event two years back and shot her for a freelance street style feature. I knew I had to meet Issa again to share with you one of her outfits and more importantly, the details that summed it all up.

The lead designer of local lingerie line Les Affaires and a style blogger, Issa not only has an eye for styling but loves to mix luxury brands with high street and travel finds. I like how she balances her red pieces with a striking printed pencil skirt - perfect to prevent a colour overload. With such a bold outfit, Issa chose to wear silver accessories to torn it down a little. Great investment on silver pieces I say, they are classic and so versatile. 

Check out her Comme des Garçons manicure! Thou I may not be a crazy nail art girl (I'm so addicted to peeling them off you won't see mine last for a week) but this is super cute and I would do whatever it takes to make sure my hearts are in perfect condition. 

Here's a roundup: Shades, from Taiwan; Jacket, from online; Top, Kenzo; Skirt, from Korea; Bag, Balenciaga; Bracelets, Hermès H bracelet, other two from Far East Plaza; Manicure, Nails Paradise;  Shoes, Dolce Vita.