A guide to men's casual wear
By Angelil Dai (That's Shanghai)
Updated: 2006-06-08 09:13 Ubersexual males getting hot
under the collar in search of hot summer clobber can officially relax. We've
taken the perspiration out of your June style file with a handpicked range of
menswear stores. Step inside our highly selective emporium and find a range of
goods guaranteed to bring out the (budget-conscious) playboy in
you.
Dense City
 The title may be misleading but this store's selection is far from
daft. And sure, it may seem zany to stack such a tiny interior with so much
gear; yet the goods on offer are of high quality and well-chosen. We like the
separates (RMB 200-500), but be warned, the bold colors and bright shades are
not for the fainthearted.
Location: No.38 Xinlelu
Tel: 021-54042969
Gu Ba
From Mongolia of all places, this brand features a
Wikipedia-inspired aesthetic. Which is to say, the design, fabrics and colors on
sale here are just what you'd expect from people who have done their research.
Or in this case, lived the life. Yes, this is fashion meant for nomads dwelling
in green veld country under a blue sky. In other words, the palette reflects the
environment. Pants, shirts and other mix and match pieces ranging from RMB 200
to 400.
Location: No.59 Xiangyang Nanlu
Tel: 021-54034696
Hot Wind
This store appears to have been hit by a
tropical tornado, such is the incredibly chaotic array of sportswear, shoes,
bags, hats, accessories and even bicycle goods (such as canteens) on offer.
Skate or cycle up to the door and get hip hop style at affordable prices (RMB
100-1,000). Perfect for students or anyone on a budget.
Location:
Xinxialu
Tel: 021-62417915
FUBU
Not a bizarre spelling error, or the name of the
owner's teddy bear, rather FUBU is an acronym: "For Us, By Us". While this may
seem a tad over the top, this shop is anything but pretentious. Indeed, FUBU
sells casual wear, of the American street-culture variety. The sort worn 'round
the basketball court on a hot summer day'. Jackets from RMB 500-800 and T-shirts
at RMB 300-500.
Location: No.800 Huaihai Zhonglu
Tel:
021-54045115
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