THE “-BRR” (get it?) months are coming, and one can’t be caught red-handed — or out in the cold (as cold as it can get in the Philippine tropics that is) — wearing last season’s styles. Here are some cozy offerings perfect for warming up your heart, and well, the rest of your body.

TOD’S
The later part of the year and into the next contains the moments where a person can stride inside a hotel in a leather coat and boots without calling too much attention to oneself. Italian brand Tod’s coming season’s collections, which have an air of Old World refinement, highlights upper-class pursuits like riding, as seen in its Double T Bandoliera, a shoulder bag that channels saddles. Meanwhile, quilted leather lends a quiet and luxurious femininity to riding boots and moccasins, which can all be topped off with the Boyfriend Coat, a loosely fitted leather coat that provides stability and volume to one’s outfit.

In the Philippines, Tod’s is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc.,and is located at Greenbelt 4 and Rustan’s Shangri-La, Shangri-La Plaza. Follow @ssilifephon Instagram for more information.

BEN SHERMAN
British Menswear brand Ben Sherman looks to the Mod movement of the 1960s — fancy yourself in a swinging London nightclub? — next season. One can now copy their look today with Ben Sherman’s Autumn/Winter 2017 Collection. The keywords for these collections are “streamlined” and “sleek,” much like the cars these blokes drove. Crisp tailored suits in soft fabric evocative of the country side, along with colors of moss green and charcoal are seen here, while more solid pieces fit for the city are seen in classics such as black and navy. For sportier, dressy-casual looks, a handsome chessboard-patterned sweater is in order, and one can also dress in black turtlenecks à la Andy Warhol, perhaps topped off with a straight-lapelled beige coat.

Ben Sherman is exclusively distributed by the Anthem Group in the Philippines. Visit its first store on the ground floor of Glorietta 4. Soon to open: a branch in SM Mall of Asia.

SPRINGFIELD
While adding layers to stave off the cold, one can layer with basics and classics that can be worn all year round, as provided by brand Springfield, a clean-cut brand by Spain’s Grupo Cortefiel. Polo necks in pastels can be worn all year round, yes, even in the winter, should one wish to evoke the more delicate hues of the winter sky. Button-downs are always present, in small patterns or solid pastels, for all-year round. Striped shirts in monochrome will make a statement in any season, and one can use a cardigan or two in a soft fabric for travelling or windy days.

For the ladies, Springfield presents billowy jumpsuits, flowy day dresses, and skirts channeling the carefree spirit of boho-chic fashion. Ethnic prints, floral embroidery, and tribal accents are present for the season’s collection, as if breathing in spring even in the coldest of climes.

In the Philippines, Springfield is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., and has stores at Corte de las Palmas in Alabang Town Center, Blue Bay Walk, Eastwood City, Estancia in Capitol Commons, Greenbelt 3, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, and TriNoma. — JLG

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