LOOKBOOK | Sauntering around town in an oversized trench

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It’s that time of year again when mercury levels start dropping and when people tend to wear clothing in layers—just not here in the Philippines. Nevertheless, some folks are fortunate enough to experience autumn elsewhere. This is me recalling that feeling from two years ago in Tokyo.

I’ve always wanted to wear trench coats, so this was one of those chances where I could. While most folks tend to go for dark and neutral hues, perhaps because they pair nicely with just about anything, I seized the chance to go for some color, hence this dark cornflower blue (or dark teal blue) number. It’s enough to stand out from the crowd but not to the point of sticking out like a sore thumb. I also went with an oversized over a slim silhouette just because.

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Underneath the coat, which can be an inconvenience when indoors or when it gets a little warm, is a pullover with uni-style patches. It’s stylish enough without the coat but won’t clash with it either. My jeans are also baggy for a relaxed vibe and one that I can wear again with different pieces because I needed to manage our luggage for this trip. 

What’s ironic, though, is why I went with leather shoes when I would be walking a lot. Worse, these bulky, square-toe leather shoes are really heavy. Crazy, right? Aesthetics over comfort? Maybe. Let’s just say that I took inspiration from those fitness buffs who would wear added weights while running. Ergo, it’s for fitness purposes.

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Anyway, till the next chance I can wear this trench coat.

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