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Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BEIGE, TAUPE, OATMEAL: Subtle shades that scream wealth quietly
Anne Hathaway wore a khaki trench coat with sequinned trousers at the Ralph Lauren Fall 2025 show (left)/Deepika Padukone exuded elegance wearing a beige embroidered kurta set at the WAVES 2025 (right) Colours evoke emotions and reflect personalities, but did you know they reflect wealth too? Shades like beige, ivory, taupe and more are known to exude elegance, luxury and prosperity. These neutral colours are a favourite of the ultra-rich, and there is a reason for it. Alessandro Sartori, the artistic director of Ermenegildo Zegna, an Italian luxury goods label, told The New York Times, 'The ultrawealthy don't want to show off, and beige colours are good in that sense… This class of people is super discreet and doesn't want to be seen.' 'To be fashionably super-rich,' he adds, 'is to be clad in the anodyne colours (colours that are neutral, bland and that are not intended to evoke strong emotions or statements)... It is all within a limited tonality — stylish, but not too much out of the perimeter of being noticeable.' PANTONE 'S MOCHA MOUSSE IS ALL ABOUT ELEGANCE Pantone Colour Institute named 'mocha mousse' its 2025 Colour of the Year. The Pantone committee was inspired by the feelings of comfort, indulgence and subtle elegance it evoked. Leatrice Eiseman, the institute's executive director, said, 'When we do colour/word association, the creams, the taupes, the camels signify that something has longevity, lineage, and is secure.' SHADES OF WEALTH & TIMELESS LUXURY Ivory Taupe Ecru Greige Stone Camel Oatmeal Dusty rose and blush WHAT NEUTRAL TONES CONVEY Soft browns and neutral shades convey various emotions and statements. Shilpi Gupta, a fashion designer, says, 'These colours elevate confidence and suggest a lifestyle that does not need external validation. They also highlight quality and craftsmanship.' According to Bhawna Rao, a fashion designer, 'Soft hues are visually soothing and are associated with mindfulness. Neutrals convey permanence and reliability. They suggest a lifestyle that is not swayed by fads. Essentially, they project a quiet form of power.' Muted tones and minimalist dressing are central to the visual language of modern wealth. They highlight quality over quantity… They signal 'old money' values. The understated tones suggest generational wealth, where luxury is lived, not flaunted Bhawna Rao, fashion designer HOW TO WEAR NEUTRALS Mix textures, not just colours Mix cottons, linens, knits and silks to add dimension to the look. Think oatmeal-toned linen shirt on white denim or a taupe silk slip dress with chunky ivory knit. Pair a cream cashmere sweater over wide-leg beige linen trousers with a textured waist belt. Go monochrome and layer smartly For example, layer an ivory tank with a stone-toned oversized blazer and wide-leg trousers in the same family, adding depth with tone-on-tone accessories like suede loafers or a nude clutch. Add an element that pops the overall look Add a rich chocolate brown leather bag, gold jewellery or tan sandals to a blush or camel outfit. For special outings, opt for a bold red lip or statement earrings to elevate the look. For glam evenings, go with satin Pair a dusty rose silk midi dress or a greige co-ord set in velvet with nude heels and minimal gold jewellery for the 'less is luxe' vibe. (As suggested by fashion designers Bhawna Rao & Shilpi Gupta) - With inputs from The New York Times Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Fashion United
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
Spotted on the catwalk: WGSN and Coloro's Colour of the Year 2027, Luminous Blue
Luminous Blue, a 'mysterious and eccentric' shade, was named WGSN and Coloro's Colour of the Year for 2027 on April 29. The choice of the strong blue pigment reflects what the duo said was an increase in demand for colours that 'provide a sensory link to tradition, culture and wisdom', with this particular shade offering both versatility and broad appeal. Luminous Blue (Coloro code: 125–28–38). Credits: WGSN/Coloro. While the trend forecasting platform suggested that Luminous Blue is to resonate from occasionwear to active, the shade had already made its mark in the runway through ready-to-wear, haute couture and accessories. Here is how it has been used in recent runway collections. Ready-to-wear Akris AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight David Koma AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Connor Ives Aw25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Sergio Hudson AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Laquan Smith AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Issey Miyake AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Alberta Ferretti Aw25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Couture Armani Privé HC SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Mariano Moreno HC SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Imane Ayissi HC SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Georges Hobeika HC SS25 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Valentino HC AW23. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Accessories Fiorucci AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Moschino AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Marni SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight White Mountaineering AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Dhruv Kapoor AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Menswear Walter Van Beirendonck AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Giorgio Armani AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Helen Anthony AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Alainpaul AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Y-3 SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight
Telegraph
15-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
A-list men love ‘mocha mousse' – here's how to wear it in real life
There's been a steady drip, drip, drip of coffee's influence on the fashion scene for a while now – see the one-upmanship over how you take your flat white (and where) – but Pantone's latest Colour of the Year confirmed it recently. Chosen by a secret cabal of representatives from various nations' colour standards groups twice a year since 2000, Pantone's Colour of the Year celebrates a particular shade they feel will capture the zeitgeist for the year ahead – a tone that's trending in pop culture, in design and, of course, in fashion. For 2025, that's 'Mocha Mousse', described by Pantone as 'a warming, brown hue imbued with richness which nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort'. The translation? An earthy, creamy tone sitting somewhere between dark and light brown. Of course, we're not saying the shade is revolutionary; it likely forms the staple of your weekend wardrobe. But brown in formal settings is a different beast entirely. Suiting and seriously glamorous evenings are embracing all spectrums of the coffee shop menu this year. If you look at the red carpets, for example, shades of brown are definitely percolating and bubbling away. After years of jewel tone and slimmer-than-slim black suits, men in the public eye have embraced a new era of casual tailoring. Dressed-up but not buttoned-up is the order of the day, with more relaxed cuts for suiting in softer, more neutral shades. American actor Colman Domingo is a prime example. Earlier this week, he arrived at the Critics Choice Awards (at which he was nominated for best actor for his role in Sing Sing) in a head-to-toe Hugo Boss ensemble in a rich shade of syrupy, warming cocoa – a sharp double-breasted suit slipped over a molten-chocolate silk shirt with a co-ordinating brown neck scarf tied nonchalantly around his neck. And it's not the first time he's embraced all things barista. Earlier in the month at the London Critics' Circle Film Awards, he wore a look by LA brand Amiri that layered a maroon leather blazer over a rich brown cotton dress shirt with a wide cream tie. Last month at another event in New York he wore a chest-baring double-breasted pinstripe Burberry suit in a shade I can only describe as caffe latte. The British are also embracing the full coffee-chocolate spectrum in their styling too. Hot on Domingo's heels at the the London Critics' Circle Film Awards, Daniel Craig arrived in a louche, and very un-Bond, three-piece Giorgio Armani suit in a colour sitting somewhere between mink and chocolate Angel Delight. Delicious. Elsewhere, White Lotus alum Leo Woodall has been a strong proponent of the trend on the press rounds for his role in Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, wearing both a totally tonal Caramac-coloured look from Loro Piana (complete with Adidas' Ristretto trainers) in Rome, and a dark roast slouchy corduroy Loewe suit in London. 'Subtle tones of brown are something that can be a little more adventurous for men than the typical black tuxedo, without going too crazy,' says celebrity stylist Christopher Brown, who masterminds Woodall's red carpet looks. 'The luxury with brown is there are so many different tones that tell a different story. For example, with a darker brown corduroy, you can reference the Seventies for a throwback feel, while a lighter, creamier mocha colour feels more contemporary – it's a colour we've been seeing on the European catwalks.' To quote a Hamlet monologue that all three of these men have probably recited at some point during their careers, ay, there's the rub. Much like those pillowy swirls of Angel Delight, brown is a colour inherently connected to the 1970s – and, in menswear, usually with memories of an elbow-padded blazer on a frazzled geography teacher. A smarter way in is to lean in to the heritage, but err more into the decade's more decadent side. Less detention, more disco – opt for a velvet tuxedo in the shade for that after-dark feel, if you're particularly brave, or for a more everyday in a lustrous silk tie in a chestnut tone, or plush corduroy trousers that have a luxurious amount of heft to them. 'Brown is definitely working its way onto the business and wedding tailoring circuit,' says Jake Grantham, the owner of buzzy Marylebone tailoring house Anglo-Italian. 'Dressing environments are becoming less predictable, so a soft shade of brown – contemporary and cold in tone rather than the yellowish shades of yesteryear – is receiving plenty of interest in the shop.' Having recently returned from the Pitti Uomo trade fair in Florence, Grantham notes that while blue and black have always been the default colours for suiting in Britain, more of his customers have started to take a leaf out of their more peacocking Italian counterparts' style books to add a brown two-piece into their regular officewear rotation. 'It's not unusual to see Milanese men propping up the espresso bar on their way to work in these chocolate and coffee shades of suits – they're still formal and respectable but have an unexpected dash of character.' So how to embrace these colours, especially if the whole head-to-toe thing is a bit too bold for your day-to-day? When it comes to casual wear, stylist Brown recommends a long coat as a great investment: 'It's something that can be teamed with the most simple wardrobe pieces like jeans and a hoodie to really elevate a look.' Consider, too, blending brown with complementary tones; a nutmeg-hued jacket with a plum-toned polo neck, for example. Olive and russet tones also look great alongside it. But the real key is not to overthink it. 'The key to wearing this colour is remarkably simple,' assures Grantham. 'Whether a jacket or suit, just wear taupes and browns in the same way you'd wear navy – these tones pair just as well with blue striped or plain white shirts, dark ties and brown or black shoes.' And a double espresso on your coffee break, of course.
South China Morning Post
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
10 Hong Kong bakeries and shops embracing the pistachio trend
Published: 7:15am, 6 Feb 2025 Updated: 7:17am, 6 Feb 2025 We are well into 2025 but the pistachio frenzy of 2024 shows no signs of subsiding. This is thanks largely to the global sensation that is the Can't Get Knafeh It chocolate bar, commonly known as Dubai chocolate , which combines a rich pistachio cream filling with crunchy kataifi pastry. Going nuts for pistachio is not confined to bakery display cases: its hues have been spotted on 2025 spring/summer fashion catwalks and red carpets from Los Angeles to London, and cult fragrance brand D.S. & Durga bottled the essence of the humble nut in a US$210 perfume. With the amount of pistachio we have seen, it is amazing it was not named Pantone's Colour of the Year. Pistachios are called hoi sum guo (happy nut) in Cantonese because they look like they are smiling. Photo: Shutterstock Pistachio has dominated social media feeds recently in Hong Kong, too. In a city where no food is too niche to have its own Facebook concern group, you can bet there is one for pistachio people. Created in October 2021, the Hong Kong Pistachio Concern Group currently has 78,000 members. The community mostly posted about Western-style confectioneries and desserts until last year, when there was a noticeable shift to members talking about pistachio-flavoured takes on traditional Chinese pastries and Hong Kong street snacks.
