EDITOR'S PICK: BROGUE TRADER

BY POP KAMPOL

It's all about the brogue - any menswear fashion-week survivor will tell you that it featured on every major runway, from Dries Van Noten, to Giorgio Armani, to Paul Smith. However, I feel that the most interesting of all is Prada’s marriage between the classic brogue and big, chunky platforms with espadrille detail.

On our travels this week, we spotted a cool cat sporting a complete R&R look with these great shoes.

PHOTOGRAPH: SARAH BRIMLEY

Name: Lewis Phillip MacGregor, 21
Hometown: Kidderminster
Occupation: Student / Full-time musician and songwriter
T-shirt: All Saints, Shirt: Superdry, Jeans: DKNY, Hat: Paul Smith, Watch: TAG Heuer Aquaracer, Shoes: Prada

OT Style: What do you think about your shoes?

Lewis: Platforms have always been considered fashionable in the past and we’re now finding iconic pieces are frequently coming in and out of fashion. It’s good to separate yourself from others and be different. As a musician, I think creatively, why not express this on the exterior as well.

For me these Prada shoes with the classic colours and high heels do just that as they tend to stand out among the rest - if women can wear a heels why can’t men.



SHOP THE LOOK:  ‘Grand Shoe’ distressed gold/silver coloured uppers from Paul Smith

Here’s my pick: the best pair of rocker-brogues that you can get online. Paul Smith offers an interesting take on the classic brogue – made from distressed gold and silver with perforated brogue detailing.

TOTELER

Forget everything you know about totes. This season, totes are one of the easiest fashion statements that every fashion house offers to their customers. They come in every kind of material, and one thing is certain, they’re so versatile - the perfect bag to buy for the month to come.

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Left – Calf leather tote from Bottaga Veneta | Right – Nappa leather tote from Prada

If you’re looking for a luxury statement, go for Bottega Veneta. The calf leather tote with beautiful wiped-off colour details and intrecciato handles. It’s the ideal bag for a fashion event and roomy enough for the over-nighter.

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Left – Canvas utility tote from Burberry | Polyester beach print tote from Marc by Marc Jacobs

Or go for Lanvin who offer a luxurious touch with washed silk satin and lambskin leather patchwork. This creates a beautiful, but yet still practical tote. While Prada’s tote comes in nappa leather. If you willing to pay a little extra, you could treat yourself to their specialised service and personalise your tote with your initials.

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Left – Iconic trainspotting stripe nylon tote from Bally | Right – Washed satin and lambskin leather tote from Lanvin

For utilitarians, Burberry offer a tote in beige, and Hermès in orange canvas – both with leather straps. While Bally offer an iconic trainspotting stripe in waterproof nylon. These are the best choice for those who need something 24/7.

For holiday-makers, Marc by Marc Jacobs has come up with a coconut and beach print for their tote, whereas Vivienne Westwood offers a polyester ‘Get a life’ recycled canvas for their customers. These are the best bags to take for a city break or weekend in the country.

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Left – Africa get a life shopper from Vivienne Westwood | Right – Etrivière shopping tote from Hermès

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Artists Jirayu Koo + Yota | Fashion Editor Pop Kampol