What’s Hot What's Cool

2015-07
This month, we love androgyny; shirts, blazers and boots aren’t just for men. We’ve picked some of our favourite masculine styles, with subtle, feminine twists, for you to try out this summer.
 
WORK IT
This ‘workers’ style shirt is perfect for the summer season. Button it up with a statement necklace to look chic yet simple, or pair with some culottes for a laidback brunch.
RMB 139. Forever 21. 233 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Henan Zhong Lu. Tel: 400 820 0236. Web: www.forever21.com
 
WIDE LEG CULOTTES
For a more formal look, go for these navy blue culottes from farfetch.com. Team with a cute crop top during the hot summer season.
RMB 5802.70. Farfetch. Tel: (010) 8405 4779 Web: www.farfetch.com
 
MONOCHROME
Step out in these tailored monochrome trousers. Dress them down with a pair of sandals or dress them up for a night out with statement accessories and a buttoned up shirt.
RMB 2277.14. Farfetch. Tel: (010) 8405 4779 Web: www.farfetch.com
 
DOUBLE DENIM
Be daring in denim and try this pair of culottes with a buttoned up dark denim top. Do you dare to double up the denim?
RMB 807. @REVOLVE. Web: www. revolveclothing.com
 
BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK
Small, pink, flowery bracelets stand aside! This daring accessory from Josie Chen empowers its wearer with a bold, statement-look for any occasion.
RMB 400. Jianguo Xi Lu, near Taiyuan Lu. Web: www.josiechenrange.co.uk
 
SKATER GIRL
Leave the heels at home this summer! These sneakers, available at New Look, would look great with a skirt or dress, and will keep you comfortable as you dart about the city.
RMB 249. New Look. Cloud Nine Mall. 1018 Changning Lu, near Kaixuan Lu. Web: www.newlook.com
 
CHECK IT OUT
Forget floral this summer and go for a boyish check print. This check skirt would look great with a plain top for the day and some statement jewellery for an evening look.
RMB 190. Cloud Nine Mall. New Look. 1018 Changning Lu, near Kaixuan Lu. Web: www.newlook.com
 
SMART CHIC
Wear these smart leather shoes with a shirt and jeans, or match them with a pair of shorts and a crop-top.
RMB 299. New Look. Cloud Nine Mall. 1018 Changning Lu, near Kaixuan Lu. Web: www.newlook.com
 
GO LONG
These tan, wide-leg trousers from Forever 21 are one of our favourites! Perfect for the day with a simple crop top or for work with an elegant shirt. These trousers will give any occasion a certain edge; let the legs do the talking!
RMB 169. Forever 21. 233 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Henan Zhong Lu. Tel: 400 820 0236. Web: www.forever21.com
 
GET LOOSE
Tight fitted clothing is not ideal in the heat. Try out these cord shorts with a loose t-shirt and exude androgynous-chic style.
RMB 190. New Look. Cloud Nine Mall. 1018 Changning Lu, near Kaixuan Lu. Web: www.newlook.com
 
COOL CUTS
Suits aren’t just for guys! These pastel pink culottes add a girly touch to a traditionally masculine style. Match with a plain white tee and trainers for heaps of street cred.
RMB 807. @REVOLVE. Web: www.revolveclothing.com
 
SUN'S OUT
 
These tortoiseshell, retro sunglasses will toughen up any look and are ideal for the summer sun.
RMB 69. Bershka. 558 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhejiang Lu. Tel: 6386 1900. Web: www.bershka.com
 
PINSTRIPES
Stick with stripes this month. Pinstripes aren’t just for the work place.
Wear this baggy, pinstriped shirt from ASOS in the summer for a trendy, laidback look.
RMB 518. ASOS. Web: www.ASOS.com
This pinstriped crop-top from Bershka would look great paired with baggy, ripped jeans or an A-line skirt.
RMB 99. Bershka. 558 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhejiang Lu. Tel: 6386 1900. Web: www.bershka.com