196 – On Paisleys, Parkas, And Wonderwalls

Oasis: one of the definitive bands of 90s Brit-pop. Memorable hits such as Wonderwall, Stand By Me, Don't Go Away, Don't Look Back In Anger, and Champagne Supernova were among the songs the band churned out during its 18-year run. Oasis had its share of internal bickering just like with other groups. But it was …

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188 – On Six Days’ Worth Of Outfits

As you may all know, I have a day job and this blog isn't my bread and butter. You might have read my previous post about eight staples in the mod wannabe's wardrobe, but I would be wearing that every single day in an ideal world. Let's be realistic here. The tropical weather isn't conducive …

170 – On Overseas Outfitting

Let's step aside from the usual food-related content for another outfit post. I'm no stranger to the classic polo-shirt-and-jeans combination, being the basis for most of my previous outfit entries. However, this one holds the record for the first combo I wore during a trip outside the Philippines. I could say that this white polo …

158 – On Skinhead Symphonies And Nutcases

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm-moFUCOZU Yes, call me crazy for wearing this outfit in tropical summer weather—more so with Manila's heat and lack of trees. Blame it on force of habit; Sundays are the only time I can freely wear these types of clothes, and mainly for the times CJ and I go out. Besides, button-down shirts like these …

153 – On Iconic Outerwear

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMeCLqs_khk Would you believe me if I told you that it took me more than a decade before I had this iconic piece of outerwear? A fishtail parka was one of the jackets I wanted to have—ever since I got exposed to the mod subculture back in high school. It was only in late December …