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S treet Chic
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : text by Sammi Zhou, Photos by Tim Huang
Oct 29, 2008
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As is the case for most expats in Guangzhou, you may find you have very limited choices
when it comes to fitted clothes. Quite a few foreigners have told me that they seldom
buy clothes here, and when they do, they go to the boutiques on Huale Lu only if it is
really necessary. I have been to the shops on Huale Lu, and they mainly sell a selection of largesized
T-shirts and jeans with no decoration or style whatsoever. Clothes are hung or piled up
helter-skelter. What is the worse is that they also look second-hand.
Well, you don't have to worry about it any more. A few select shops have opened in Guangzhou
in the past few years. They have impressive selections of stylish, brand-name clothing in the
sizes you need. These products are mostly either selected overseas or designed by local designers.
Selling genuine goods, those shops are a tribute to the acute tastes of their bosses, which
becomes apparent when talking to them, as their ideas concerning fa ... ... |
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Sexiest Suits
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : by Sammi Zhou, photos by Tim & Woody
Jul 17, 2008
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Sexiest Suits
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| A sexy must-have swimming suit makes for a perfect summer!
Supermodels you may not be, but with the right suit on, you're sure to turn a few heads. Here are some tips to help bring out the best in you...
A-Cup Ladies
For those worried about the lack of assets in particular areas, fear not! Choose bra tops with paddings, some crumpled design or bold colors
and patterns.
Baggy Hips
Straight pants and mini-skirts will give you a slimmer look.
Wear lighter colors to visually lighten the weight of your lower
body.
Short Legs
Avoid straight pants in heavy color tones, which will only make your legs look shorter and fatter. Replacing it is the high-leg design.
Short Legs
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Watch out, ladies!
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou
Jul 15, 2008
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Watch out
ladies!
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| Do you think a sturdy casing and a durable mechanical structure equates to a nice watch? Of course not! Fashion fanatics, especially
females, will tell you that watches are definitely a must-have accessory. Check the trendiest watches this summer.
The Classic look
Exuding fond memories, classicalwatches are simple but irreplaceable.An age-old watch chain, European patterns, highquality and implicit culture…
Omega 160 Anniversaries Special: 50,300 RMB
Case: Rose-gold steel with real diamonds
Dial: Pearl shell
Chain: Rose-gold steel
Neo-ladies
Neo-ladies are confident, graceful and individualistic; its no wonder these simple but exquisite watches are their top pick. It's suitable for ... ... |
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Get the low-key look
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou
Jun 5, 2008
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| Being the world's richest and hottest supermodel, the Brazilian goddess Gisele always offers styling tips about how to look "it" in daily life.
Her latest creation obviously illustrates a low-key subtlety with a successful collaboration of black-and-white. A plain white shirt with good texture is simply modern, while the black skinny trousers with flat ballet shoes bring out those cool lean curves. To wash away any preening, she has worn her hair in loose braids. Lastly, those killer sunglasses and petite black handbag keep her style on the fringes of "now".
Ballet shoes:
Mamas 478RMB, 422RMB,
488RMB 120, 1/F May
Flower Plaza, Zhongshan
Wu Lu, Guangzhou
(020 8319 8080) 广州市
中山5路五月花广场首层
120号
Handbag: Club
Monaco 1850 R ... ... |
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We heart sneakers
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou
Jun 5, 2008
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| Levi's — Limited Denim
Try hitting the streets with a pair of Levi's limited denim shoes. Only 300 pairs are sold in China at the decent price of 499RMB. Moreover, other canvas shoes are also available. Large Levi's logo prints, canvas uppers with frayed edges, fabric lining and comfortable insole feature in their details. All are sold from 329-439RMB.
Teem Plaza, 208 Tianhe Lu, Guangzhou
广州市天河路208号天河城广场
Evisu — Humor Sense
Evisu sticks to exaggerated Japanese humor from its main Osaka factory. A large red character
"乐"( meaning "happy") and its oversized fat "M" logo may give you a giggle or two.
399, 3/F World Trade Building, 371-375 Huanshi Dong Lu, Guangzhou (020 8776 2860) 广州市环市东路371－375世界贸易中心3楼399号
101 NOVO Department Store, 163 Mix City, CRC Center, 118 Bao'an Nan Lu, Shenzhen (0755 8266 8402) ... ... |
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Battle of the haircuts!
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou and Shane Qin,photos by Woody Lai and Zoe Pan
May 4, 2008
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| Gwyneth Paltrow
A mid-length, classic with wave
Texture: medium, fine
Hair body: medium
Face Shape: broad, round or square-jawed
Stylist: Vince (Senior Designer at MOMO)
Vince has been in the industry for over nine years and won the Schwarzkopf hair coloring championship in 2007.
Tips
"One can easily achieve this style with round brush techniques for a smoother, dressier look. Or, if you have naturally wavy hair, all you need do is apply a medium-holding hair product and let it dry naturally."
MOMO
Cuts: 150+RMB
Color: 500+RMB
Perms: 780+RMB
201, 38 Hua Le Lu, Guangzhou (020-8355 1161)
Kristin Cavallari
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This sporting life
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou, photos by Joe Chen
Apr 1, 2008
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| Get the look before you get hooked.
Now the fine sunshine is back, getting into sports again is a must. There is a well-known phrase among women – "You don't have to play it well, just wear it well." In other words, simple yet directional pieces like these can complement your sporty look. .
Jogging
Take your dog for a quick jog in the morning sun and feel the stress flood out of you.
The Rules
A nice sporty look may make for a more pleasant walk. Pink or light purples go well with spring colors. Throw away baggy bottoms; replace them with fitted cotton trousers.
The new pink Apple ipod nano will add to your look micely. You can even enjoy TV shows, movies, videos and podcasts. 4GB and 8 GB models start at just 1,798RMB.
Where To Jog:
Baiyun Mountain 广州白云山
Baiyun Da Dao Bei, Guangzhou (020 3722 2222)
It enjoys a reputation as "The First Beauty of Ram City" and covers a green area of 30sq kms. A cha ... ... |
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Four flavors for spring
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou, photos by Joe Chen
Mar 11, 2008
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| New womenswear gets the "wow" factor.
Fresh Light
Dots, chiffon, and flower prints play a pivotal role this season. Light baby doll dresses go with super-cropped jackets; a low-cut midi-length silk dress pairs with slender long jeans; while extra-long shirts mix well with cargo shorts.
Color Opposites
Color crossovers like lemon yellows, brilliant purples, bright reds, elegant violets, sharp pinks are here to produce subtle contrasts and sharp brightness.
Back to the future
Clean lines, ultra-light, geometric motifs, plastic wind clothes and high-tech materials reflect the spirit of the future with bursts of shiney silver, polished greys and metallic blues.
Blue revolution
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Cool holiday gear
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou
Feb 4, 2008
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| Ditch the sporty winter wear and think smart-casual.
FOR GENTLEMEN
A printed cotton polo shirt is a real asset to your overall look.
Levis, Highsun Sport City, 93 Dongchuan Lu, Guangzhou (020 8388 5933) 广州市东川路93号
This deep brown poacher bag is made of buffalo leather. In other words, very "now".
Dunhill, G/F, Friendship Store, 369 Huanshi Dong Lu, Guangzhou (020 8357 4220)
广州市环市东路369号友谊商店
These rhinoceros leather shoes mixed with canvas allows you to kickback and chill over Spring Festival.
MFG, E1107B, B/1. Estern Section, Comic City, Zhongshan Wu Lu, Guangzhou (020 6282 1282) 广州市中山五路动漫星城东区E1107B
Tartan trends are back, so why not wrist-up with this watch with tartan belt and double spliced surfaces?
Guess, 2/F, World Trade Center, 371-375 Huanshi Dong Lu, Guangzhou 广州市环市东路371-375号世界贸易中心2楼
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Killer coats
Lifestyle / PRD Fashion
Written by : Sammi Zhou, photos by Joe Chen
Jan 28, 2008
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| Winter warmers can work womanly wonders . . .
Romance is finally in the New Year air and the cold(ish) winter days are a perfect time to dress up in your finest coats and outer wears. Besides the usual "thick" and "heavy" styles, always remember that the layers between your coat are also very important. Underclothes can certainly push out with boldness this season. Breaking through the traditional styles, more unique concepts and combinations are waiting to be explored. So why not mix up your wardrobe with some extra special creativity? We have four essential styles of wearing your winter coat with panache and style.
Coats are everywhere this season, from fresh newly-designed numbers to shorter lengths and exquisite cuttings on sleeves. The umbrella-like sweet cape and the refined belted-style are especially attractive. As for Tartan, well, that is forever trendy. Enormous soft tartan has been applied to the Fall & ... ... |
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