What's Hot What's Cool
On your marks, get set, go! Buy into this athletic inspired trend. Team old-school style, including classic gym shorts, letterman jackets and athletic stripes, with modern finishes to ooze uniformed glamour.
B&W
Keep all your summer essentials in this blue and white backpack. Complete with pockets on the inside, this backpack is sporty, chic and convenient.
RMB 399. Stradivarius. Hongkou Plaza, 388 Jiangwan Xi Lu, near Tonghuang Lu. Tel: 215 638 9260. Web: www.stradivarius.com
JOCK FOR LIFE
Once again, the varsity jackets return. It’s time to show off some game day spirit!
RMB 249. Pull and Bear. 168 Fangbang Lu, near Danfeng Lu. Tel: 6136 3918. Web: www.pullandbear.com
STEEL TIME
Sporty and modern Michael Kors has added a new watch to the Dylan collection. With a bright yellow silicone strap and stainless steel case, this watch is water-resistant up to a hundred meters.
RMB 2600. Michael Kors. Jing’an Kerry Centre. 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Tongren Lu. Web: www.michaelkors.cn
LEATHER ACCENTS
Exclusive at Intermix, this leather visor is both sexy and bold.
RMB 677. Intermix. Web: www. http://www.intermixonline.com
EXPOSED
Show off some skin with this loose crop top. Wear it on the run to give people a quick glimpse of your sexy, fit body.
RMB 139. Zara. 1196 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Shanxi Bei Lu. Tel: 6276 3282. Web: http://www.zara.com
AY YO WAVES
Who would have thought that gym shorts would become the next cool trend? Well, they undeniably look good so maybe it is not such a surprise.
RMB 119. Bershka. 155 Changshou Lu, near Shanxi Bei Lu. Tel: 3131 5011. Web: www.bershka.com
SNEAKY SANDALS
Prada fuses a sandal with a sneaker. Pair with colourful tube socks to make a statement when walking around town.
RMB 10526. Prada. Plaza 66. 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Shanxi Lu. Tel: 6288 0150. Web: www.prada.com
DELICATE TRIMS
This drop waist, crewneck dress is ideal for days of comfort and classic style.
RMB 1272 (sale price). Lacoste at Shanghai Kerry Centre Boutique. 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Changde Lu. Tel: 6217 2438. Web: www.lacoste.com.cn
STRAIGHT ACE
Show off those legs in this Alexander Wang skirt. Very feminine and sporty, look like you are about the play the match of your life.
RMB 3600 (sale price). Alexander Wang. IAPM Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Shanxi Nan Lu. Tel: 5466 9050. Web: www.alexanderwang.com
SPORTS LUXE
For those who aren’t familiar with Chitose Abe’s style, her signature style is creating hybrid designs by playing with materials. Mixing a puffy nylon jacket with a cosy knitted front, this top is among Talk’s favourites.
RMB 6900. Sacai at Lane Crawford. 99 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Pu'an Lu. Tel: 6135 8611. Web: www.lanecrawford.com.cn
SPORT MEETS CULTURE
Nike’s Tech Pack presents the Hyperfuse technology for clothes that allow breathability, durability whilst being super lightweight.
RMB 1199. Nike. Raffles City, 268 Xizang Zhong Lu, near Fuzhou Lu Web: www.nike.cn
OLD-SCHOOL ATTITUDE
Bring back that old-school vibe. Marc Jacobs' SS14 line is all about the athletic look. Team this jacket with the matching shorts and go running.
RMB 3416. Marc by Marc Jacobs. 1168 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Xikang Lu. Web: www.marcjacobs.com
CLASSY & COMFORTABLE
Feel the air breeze through your legs with these new emerald green shorts. It's a beautiful colour to don during the summer.
RMB 259. Mango. 918 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Shanxi Nan Lu. Tel: 6472 0558. Web: www.mango.com
MRS. PHELPS
The little black dress of the water. Zara’s classic black swimsuit brings the “Baywatch look” to a whole new level.
RMB 259. Zara. 1196 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Shanxi Bei Lu. Tel: 6276 3282. web: www.zara.com
Hit A Home Run
This baseball tee will bring out the competitive side in you.
RMB 54. Forever 21. 233 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Henan Zhong Lu. Tel: 40 0820 0236. Web: www.forever21.cn
BALL FEVER
Are you a basketball fan? Pair this top with some skinny jeans and nice heels to look stunning at any game.
RMB 3,019 (sale price). Gucci. Web: www.farfetch.com/cn
