With the rainy season in check for the next few April days — whether one might find themselves returning to the office, or if you’re lucky to continue work from home — take a moment’s break to catch up with the latest items you need to include in your wardrobe now. Here, the Men’s Folio team picks out the most exciting menswear items you can buy now — hopefully without a waitlist.
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Editor-in-Chief Wilson Lim
Dior Men Shirt with Bandana Detail
It’s a classic white shirt with a bit more “oomph” — discreet details in the forms of a bandana and mother of pearl buttons — deserving of a permanent spot in any man’s wardrobe. Dress it down, tucked out with jeans or wear it under a suit set — the permutations are endless.
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Valentino Garavani Calfskin Slide Sandal in Tan
A beautifully-made, easy pair of sandals in an avalanche of sneakers are a refreshing welcome. Especially one that is artisan-made with 3D rose details like this Valentino Garavani pair that will make a quick run back to the office so stylish and acceptable.
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Christian Louboutin Santiago Bag
More than just purveyors of elegant shoes, Monsieur Christian Louboutin also makes exquisite bags. Other than the iconic Kypipouch that I’m already a fan of, the new Santiago bag that can be used as a messenger bag or bum bag is a roomy wallet-on-chain for me (it has 12 card compartments) to also stash two mobile phones for a 24/7 hands-free experience.
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Deputy Editor Bryan Goh
Saint Laurent Jacket in Sequined Hibiscus Velvet
Maybe it’s the post high and depression from finishing Call My Agent but I think this jacket will change my life and make me look like Andrea. It’s not going to make me a powerful and pregnant celebrity agent who flings her phone down four stories while chewing her colleagues out but one can certainly hope. And it even comes with sequins.
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Ermenegildo Zegna Accettate Leggerissimo Sunglasses
I wear sunglasses all the time thanks to a hang up from my previous job and also, I lose them all the time too. I’d probably pay these ones extra attention: they’re going to make me look like a Marvel villain who is gonna give The Avengers a bad time. Or probably just a really well-dressed calefare.
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Hermès Crew Sneaker
I’m one of those people who now go “Wait, but I want to count my steps. Why are we even taking a two-minute taxi ride?” and I’m planning to walk a lot in these sneakers. The goatskin insole is going to feel like I’m perpetually stepping on cushions and my body is ready.
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Art Director Izwan Abdullah
Bottega Veneta Wool Cardigan
As Miranda Priestly once said, “I don’t know… that lumpy blue sweater, for instance because you’re trying to tell the world that you take yourself too seriously to care about what you put on your back. But what you don’t know is that that sweater is not just blue, it’s not turquoise. It’s not lapis. It’s actually cerulean.”
Well in this instance, it’s not cerulean, it’s duck green.
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Prada Brushed Leather Shoulder Bag
I’m sure we’ve all fantasised over a more gender-neutral Prada Cleo, with longer straps and a bigger, more sculptural silhouette. But for now, this would do.
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Dior Atlas Sandal
The former fashion faux pas is now back, and better than ever. Time to channel your inner Toro y Moi or your inner grandpa.
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Watch & Features Editor Asaph Low
Onitsuka Tiger COLORADO leather sneakers
The versatility of the jogger-shaped COLORADO shines through as it can be easily dressed up or down with its retro influences and slightly chunky fit.
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TOD’s Nylon windbreaker
Given the unpredictable inclement weather of late, having a water-repellant windbreaker on standby is pretty handy. With other catchy detailing, it’s a piece that combines functionality and sought-after details.
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Fendi Canvas shopper bag
Probably the ultimate flex when doing grocery shopping at Dempsey, the canvas shopper offers two-ways of carrying to match your own comfort levels.
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Fashion Stylist & Writer Manfred Lu
Louis Vuitton Trainer leather sneaker
When picking out the most exciting menswear item now, you can’t discount what Virgil Abloh has been putting out for Louis Vuitton. I might not be much of a sneakers person, but in another world I’d imagine wearing this pair with a pair of black jeans and a crisp white T-shirt.
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Versace La Medusa nylon messenger bag
Aside from being the perfect size for any occasion, the nylon material of Versace’s La Medusa bags ensures everything stays dry and unexposed to the harsh elements of Singapore’s unpredictable weather.
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Berluti Leather duffle coat
If you know me, you’d know that I love coats. In fact, the longer the better. So here’s a Berluti duffle coat that will either kill you in the heat or snuggle you up when it gets colder.
Once you’re done reading our picks for the most exciting menswear items now, catch up with our April 2021 issue if you haven’t!
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