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BRAND NEW WARM VIBES IN VOGUE As summer hits town, fresh, fun collections are the norm in fashion, as presented by these top brands. SMART AND STYLISH For this season’s Spring/Summer 2019 collection, French menswear brand Celio has culled out two distinct sartorial themes, namely ‘Artcore’, a modern smart wear look, and ‘Playground’, defined by a casual, sporty look. Each of the themes have been inspired by the story of a man’s journey and offer a range of products, right from must-have essentials and everyday basics to a wide range of denims as well as tailored classics. From easy, comfortable and practical pieces that combine with sober and geometric graphics to colourblock silhouettes, the Celio’s Spring Summer 2019 collection is sure to take the style quotient of your wardrobe up a notch! Artcore consists of shades ranging from off-white to camel, all tones of beige and sand, complemented by light and medium greys to darker shades of water green, rosewood and light blue, mimicking the progression of spring to summer. The theme features modern graphic and plaid lines for casual tailoring that emphasises easy luxury rather than structure. A certain fluidity balances the rhythm of the tiles, thanks to the light materials. To highlight the importance of comfort and practicality, the details and technical matters are mixed with the traditional fabrics of the male wardrobe. Playground is an urban theme inspired by essential, comfortable and practical pieces that combine with sober and geometric graphics. The warm colours in this theme are highlighted by neutral and dark hues. The theme boasts of a passive aggressive statement that delivers WHERE TO BUY: a fun and responsible eco/art message. It is mostly dominated Available at all Celio stores in India and on www.celio.in. by muted primary colours, with basic ’90s sportswear shades accompanied by urban neutrals such as grey to camel/beige. PRICE POINTS: The browns act as new essential neutral bases. R799–R8,000/- A MEDLEY OF COMFORT AND STYLE AKS, the leading fashion couture brand in the women’s ethnic and fusion clothing line, unveiled a splendid Spring/Summer 2019 collection offering a range of traditional suit sets with a good blend of modern utility and style in them. And to keep the feminine souls cool, calm and confident, this collection from AKS consists of ethnic kurtas, pants and palazzos in the elegant and glamorous hues of pastel blue and sea green. Stitched from organic cotton fabrics, the outfits look effortlessly chic, edgy and above all are comfortable to wear at any time of the day. The Spring/Summer 2019 collection of AKS is a benefitting blend of contemporary needs matched with superior design and colour sensibilities that complement well with the tastes of women of all ages. The cool yet classy pastel hues combined with the elite embroidery work will add an instant sense of elegance and glam to any occasion, party or outing that the wearer is part of. Onlookers will be left amazed by the elegant colour blends and won’t stop praising the feminine beauty sporting it. WHERE TO BUY: U@HK@AKDNMŰwww.aksclothings.com. PRICE POINTS: R 1,200/- onwards. 100 I APPAREL I May 2019