THOM KROM (Hannover, Germany) Unisex Tops

Working as a trend scout/cool-hunter for international European fashion brands for a decade, German-born Thom Krom alias Thomas Kromik’s constant travels took him across the world’s fashion metropolises, allowing him to hone a great sensitivity for visual influence. In 2009, he founded his own label Thom Krom with the objective of creating premium basics that combine quality fabrics and understated detailing.

Thom Krom is based in Hannover, Germany and is being sold in over 20 countries worldwide. The pieces stand out for their unique aesthetic of original details, asymmetries, and an interesting “avant-garde shabby” look. Plus, they’re werable both as tops for men, as well as tunics/mini dresses for women :-)

(RRP  €70~€119)

ACNE STUDIOS (Sweden) Denim Dress

Cut with a curved cape-like back, Acne Studios's pale denim dress is a Scandi-cool take on the classic sheath dress. The fabric is soft, washed-out Tencel, and you'll appreciate the side seam pockets, too.

Wear yours with ballerina flats, or you could team it with black leggings and wedged sandals for a different look.
(RRP €279)

CHALAYAN by HUSSEIN CHALAYAN (London) Shirtdress

A uniquely Chalayan take on the classic shirtdress, this piece features interetsing structured, tonal piping on each sleeve for an exaggerated shape, and an easy-going silhouette that would flatter any figure.

Offset the clean and crisp fabric with black accessories.

(RRP US$590)

HUSSEIN CHALAYAN

Renowned for his innovative use of materials and progressive attitude to new technology, Hussein Chalayan is one of fashion’s most experimental designers. With transformation ever his theme, Chalayan’s best-known designs include paper dresses that can be folded into envelopes, a coffee table-turned-wooden skirt, and dresses that mechanically morphed through a century of silhouettes. Conceptual he may be, Chalayan is also commercial. In 2011, he not only announced that he was shortening his label’s name from Hussein Chalayan to just Chalayan, he also created the wearable diffusion collection Grey Line. As creative director of sportswear label Puma, he additionally does an co-branded line of contemporary men’s and women’s wear.

The designer shares his thoughts on London in a 2009 interview for a Design Museum Series:-

HAUTE HIPPIE (New York) Lace-up Shirtdress

Shirtdresses are this season's have-to-have and this silky one from NYC label Haute Hippie also boasts a flattering high-low hem and skinny laces woven through gunmetal grommets. Wear with flats for a relaxed day look or pair with ankle-strap heels for a night out partying.

(RRP US$495)

ELIE TAHARI (New York) Luxe Mesh Dress

This Valentine’s (or CNY!), up the visual impact with this striking dress from Elie Tahari!

On the front, printed mesh fabric in undulating ombré hues drapes all the way down, creating a stunning sheer effect along the hem and neckline.

On the contrast back, the intricately crafted dress appears like separates.

Teamed with simple heels and a stack of bracelets, this feminine figure-flattering design is a faultless option for any special occasion.

GAP (San Francisco, USA) Striped Maxi Dress

An extended weekend getaway—happy replacement holiday for FT Day and a slightly early happy Thaipusam!—calls for cozy, throw-on-and-go pieces that can take you from morning lazing-arounds to afternoon excursions and even out to dinner, like this effortless, drapey maxi dress from Gap!

Some people say horizontal stripes are never flattering on a woman's body, but these celebs have proved the fashion critics wrong.

Sandals, oversized bag, cardigan/cropped jacket, a beautiful scarf, a belt, Starbucks coffee, baby—a striped maxi works with literally anything :-)