Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Womens Fashion Week (SS2011): The Street Styles (Part 2) - The Backpack & Shoes

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

When I think of backpacks, I think of school. I loved them so much back then very simply because they were roomy, perfect for all your school stuff. Alas, the love affair with the backpack was shortlived especially with the discovery of the huge bag community (sling bags, totes, clutch bags just to name a few). Recently, however, I've noticed more people being snapped carrying the backpack. A comeback perhaps? Then again, it probably didn't go away in the first place.

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

The backpack in all shapes and sizes.

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

There's a name for this kinda backpack I believe? Looks like something the army boys would carry or for when you go camping/hiking. Also can be used as a punching bag. Haha.

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

And then there's the shoes. This time round, it's shoes+socks V.S. the sockless look.

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

To many, socks are probably just an essential or expected piece to go with shoes. I personally think, like scarves, socks can be used as an accessorizing piece to jazz up an outfit. Wearing coloured/patterned socks with shoes of a single colour, especially if it's peeping out of a folded pants hem/rolled-up pants (like those pictured) makes the overall look much more interesting don't you think?

Love the details of the cut-out leather shoes (above) and how cool is that loafer that's entirely weaved (below)?

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme
Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

Wingtips/brogues are one of the most common footwear for men. Seems like it's rather popular for the Italians to go sockless while wearing these shoes. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know if there's some sort of style rule/tradition on that or it's simply just a personal choice? 

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

Nice flap detail.

Tommy Ton for GQ.com - SS2011 Womenswear RTW - Backpacks & Shoes @ StreetStylista.Homme

Colourful bright shoes!


For everyone in Singapore, enjoy the Hari Raya holiday tomorrow! For everyone else, happy almost-mid-week!=)

Photos: Tommy Ton for GQ.com

1 comment:

  1. "like scarves, socks can be used as an accessorizing piece to jazz up an outfit. Wearing coloured/patterned socks with shoes of a single colour, especially if it's peeping out of a folded pants hem/rolled-up pants makes the overall look much more interesting" - EXACTLY

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