Style Manila on Five Fashion Trends
If you step out and truly observe your surroundings, esp if you’re like me who like going out a lot, you’ll notice how styles change. One day you’d see a lot of women in shorts, or perhaps the height of chandelier earrings, or loose tops that drops on one shoulder then you’ll see a different trend.
Unlike some people who think that fashion is dictated by the “season”, my two cents are quite clear, here in our country, we don’t really follow any particular season. Sure, we do add layers and the like to adapt to weather changes but it can’t be compared to the season changes that fashion in other countries seem to adapt.
Here are some of the fashion trends I’ve observed:
1. Bangles
Yes. Admit it, bangles are everywhere. I’ve seen a lot of sellers (both online and off) selling the fun accessory. It’s a chance to re-invent the art of accessorising minus the danger of the 80s fashion mistake of going overboard. LOL. But like I said, I have yet to see it on arms (all I need is a photo of you wearing it, you know).
2. Peep-toe & Flats
At the beginning of the year, I’ve already told you guys about Pumps, Patents, Flats are becoming all the rage and now I’m adding the fact that peep-toe shoes are bursting into the scene, from flats to stilettos. See number 4 for my thoughts on Patent.
3. Tunics & Dresses
Do I really have to explain it? Apart from the fact that you can actually see them left and right, there’s an extensive variety to choose from. Tunics are so versatile that it’s worn with jeans for a casual look to leggings for a more chic look. Dresses are worn in a variety of ways, too. I’ve seen it on women sporting it in the flirty, feminine to the posh, sophisticated style.
4. Patent & Polka dots
I still remember my patent square-toe heeled mary janes back in 2000 (it’s also the time when printed socks were in style, hehe), which is still alive but sitting quietly in its box. Who would think that patent will flourish once more? Now, you can see it on bags and shoes. As for Polka-dots, it’s quite obvious since I’m sure you’ve seen at least one lady wearing either a top or a dress, right? Hehe.
Patent pump is from Topshop
5. Big Stud Earrings
This is one trend that’s trickling in. I bet most of you aren’t really aware of it yet but yes, dear fashionistas, it’s quite a treat for all of you who simply love accessorising. Earrings are my first love when it comes to accessories. And these beauties will soon abound in my trinket box (I already have two and one more incoming, hehe).
Image courtesy of Eve Accessories
Over-all, I reckon there’s an abundance of accessories. I’m quite glad that women in our country are now becoming more fashion forward by the minute. Yay! Like what my bestfriend said, she just came back from the US, “why do people from other countries think that our country is behind in fashion?” Yes, just take a good look around and you’ll see how the country is seemingly over-run by fashion options and fashionistas. LOL. Manila fashion is quite flourishing, wouldn’t you say?
What about you? Do you notice any upcoming trend?
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Hmmm, i’m not really into stud earrings like the one in the pictures. real diamond stud earrings maybe
but I’m all for the rest of the list 
There are other kinds of stud earrings available. I’ll post a sample photo soon. They’re so adorable. Honest!
My first visit to your blog. I am thrilled to have found it through Splendicity. I am planning a trip to Manila within the next two years, I can’t wait to go shopping there!
Hi and welcome, Christa! Visiting Manila? Oh, feel free to ping me when you do. I’d be glad to show you the ropes — from high fashion to bargain shopping — you’ll definitely love shopping here! LOL. Note, I’m only 5′3″ though petite is not something I’m used to having people describe me. Hehe. Hope to see more of you!
I was searching for 80s fashion when I chanced upon your blog. I remember those bangles. I had a few of them.
[...] I tell you that I have these adorable trinkets coming? Well, they arrived a couple of days ago. Thanks to Eve Accessories, I now own a pair of these [...]
Glad you can join us, Rach! The fun and funky oh-so-80s bangles are quite the novelty nowadays. I hope I’d get to see you wear them (post a photo on your blog!).
Anyway, welcome to Style Manila!
Check this site for art-inspired wooden bangles
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Great call! Those 5 were real trends alright.
Wow! I have those stuff! Does that mean I’m a trendy girl Ms. Sasha? Haha! But seriously, I have a love affair with flats while my sister has one with bangles.
I like the earrings. Are those all yours?
hmmmm.. i like what you have post in your blog..but is it okay if i will wear those stuff even though i’m a bit chubby?
Joyce: Thanks for sharing that!
Tessa: Thanks!
Dianne: Perhaps you and your sister are.
Ana: No, I got the image from the seller.
Marj: Weight is not an issue. If you think you can pull it off plus you feel comfortable with a particular trend then I’d say you can wear pretty much anything. Damn what other people will think, know what I mean?
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