Obsession Du Jour: Wide-brim floppy hats and Bow-ties

There are two fashion items I keep a look out for, as of these few weeks; wide floppy hats, and bow-ties. (I won't necessarily wear them together) Floppy hats being a polished choice for headgear this winter, and bow-ties, just because I love adding masculine edges to any outfit and the late "borrowed from the boys" trend. Let's draw inspiration from runways, street styles, past editorials, and some trendy celebrities.

Sources: style caster, hidden gems, fashionising, man repeller, style.com

Inspiration: Travel Wardrobe

So I have just begun to pack my travel wardrobe. I will be flying out in a few days, but I know myself too well, and if I don't start packing anytime soon, it'll be nightmare later. I'm thinking, neutrals like black, white, grey, khaki, denim and little hints of colour. I will leave most of my accessories at home, and buy local treasures. Warmth and comfort, and at the same time looking chic is the key. I'm hoping I will master the art of layering from the locals by the time I come back.

Source: stockholmstreetstyle

When Boy Meets Girl

I'm not gender-confused. I'm a princess to the core. I don't actually want to look like a man. I just like unisex clothes, and androgynous looks. Hey, I even like unisex names, and will be naming my kids Taylor, Jesse, London, Harper, Hayden, Ashleigh, Blaire, Reese and Noa. (Androgynous, definition: Uniting both sexes in one, or having the characteristics of both male and female.) I think I have a androgynous-driven wardrobe, to satisfy the sharp dandy in me. For example, oversized T-shirts, lace-up brogues/oxfords, bowler hats, distressed boyfriend jeans, tuxedo jackets, masculine high-waisted pants with feminine draping (a little more structured than a harem), jodhpurs, double-breasted waistcoat and leather biker jackets.
Moreover, when I design, style or draw, I find that I enjoy blurring the lines. I like to draw inspiration from menswear from the past, more often than by womenswear in the history of fashion. I like to play around with masculinity and femininity clothing because I think there is something quite fierce and sexy about this!

Girls Who Likes Boys

As a woman - one thing I envy about men's fashion is that it doesn't radically change. The style subtly adjust overtime allowing a stylish man to really enjoy the currant trends. In me, lives a few people and animals, but one sharp, urban and dandy 26 year-old male is quite dominant, (along with Laura-Ashley, my classy, romantic and delicate 42 year-old distinctly European woman). He comes through in the way that I dress. I become the 'me version of him' if that makes sense. He also manifests himself in the way I style. When I design, sometimes I design for him, and/or my inspiration comes from him. My colleagues have gotten to know him a little (he tends to show up once in a while), and say I should really name this guy! I think when I come across a particular name, I'll just know it'll be the right name suited for him. I'll let you know.

Sources: modenaarsmenstyle.blogspot.com, the urbangent.com, wolf-whistle.typepad.com, venessajackman.blogspot.com, waynetippetts.com

P.S. Oh, and one lesson I learnt from these inspiring street styles: men look better in colder climate. Noticed that?