These Two New Collections Are Designed to Elevate Your Everyday Wardrobe

If street style is your thing, you probably know that finding pieces worth keeping in your closet can actually take some digging.

As a big fan of streetwear myself, it’s not just about owning wardrobe staples that are up-to-date and trendy, but also curating pieces that have their own personality and provide comfort whenever I wear them.

A new Filipino street culture-inspired collection seems to aim at meeting these standards, featuring relaxed silhouettes, denim, camo, and textured fabrics that weave in Japanese-American casual fashion influences without losing contemporary style. It was heavily rooted in the vibrant cultural phenomenon, budots, that originated from Davao City.

I went into their store with pretty high standards. The latest collection, dubbed THE FINAL ROUND, was easy to browse, with pieces neatly grouped near the entrance, and the staff helpful enough throughout my visit.

At first glance, you can already see the overall direction of the collection: it’s streetwear with a youthful and trend-conscious edge, characterized by black-and-whites and occasional pops of bright or burgundy red, navy blue, and camo green.

The tops are the highlights of the women’s selection, with fits that are equal parts flattering and comfortable. The bottoms, however, feel a little too limiting.

And, to my surprise, one of my favorites ended up not coming from that section.

Just before heading to the counter, a denim jacket from the men’s apparel on the other side of the room caught my eye, eventually prompting me to swap out the cropped denim jacket I had initially picked. Aside from having a more current silhouette, its button details won me over by giving the piece extra character. A women’s version would have been nice — I would really love a cropped version of that specific style.

Overall, the collection works for shoppers who want chic staples that can help elevate their every look. I personally walked out of the store quite content with what I got. They have pretty strong pieces that could add more personality to your wardrobe.

Corpcore, But Make It Fashion

Of course, not every day calls for streetwear. There are mornings when you feel like going for a more relaxed or casual look.

This collection, which leans into preppy corpcore, is what suits that mood. GOT THE MEMO comprises everyday pieces, but with more polished styling.

Because the store I visited was under renovation, their selection was limited to a pop-up, making it quite hard for me to get a full picture of the collection. I’d like to give it to the staff, though, for making sure my experience was still smooth by accompanying me from start to finish.

The clothes themselves are mostly basics — think plains, textures, neutrals, and solid colors. So, if you’re looking for more fashion-forward or statement-making pieces, these might look a little safe. Where you can essentially use them is in building a corporate wardrobe — offering a variety of options, from blazers, cardigans, and button-downs to polo shirts and inner tops for layering.

Another plus for the collection is the versatility between sections. Several pieces from the men’s rack can surprisingly fit women nicely, too, and I know because I tried some on myself. Besides, there’d be more dynamic styles for you to choose from.

The selection, as I experienced it, is practical, easy to style, and reliable enough to be part of your next workwear hunt.