The Cut is where boys go to become men (No, not the filthy way). If you're a guy with discerning…read moretastes, and the mall shops doesn't represent the real you, this is where you go. Located in a spot on Salcedo Village that is increasingly becoming hipper by the day, The Cut carries a lot of exclusive and limited release stuff, stuff you'd be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. They carry shoes, shirts, bags, wallets, cufflinks, hair care products, socks, tobacco, handkerchiefs, and everything in between.The items have been "curated" to bring out your inner swag and differentiate you from the heathens wearing those China knock-offs they bought from 168. Yes, the prices here are a bit on the high side, but that is a paltry price to pay for being the most well-dressed man in Manila. Man up, man. While you're here, you might as well go up the mezzanine and check out Felipe and Sons, the parent company of The Cut, where you can get a proper shave and cut, and probably get a suit tailored for you as well. Because that's how real men roll.

Just the place to get some bargain knock offs! Yep, I'm cheap. Everyone's respectful and no one…read morepushes their stuff on to you. Just check them out and get only what you want.

Over the years, Tumblr users have skyrocketed. It's so popular that a lot of kids, teens and hip…read moreyuppies get inspiration from Tumblr blogs. May it be photography, quotes, memes, gifs, art, pop culture, style and most especially fashion. My friend actually introduced my sister and I to Fashion Market. After learning about it, we go there every time were at this mall. Fashion Market is split into 2 sides on the mall - the left and the right. I suggest going through all stores. It can take hours though, haha, but you won't regret it. They have every style and trend you'd typically see on Tumblr, fashion blogs, Youtube beauty channels and fashion week! Inside, you'll also find spas, salons, money changers and ATM's. The prices range from super inexpensive to normal clothing price rates. A lot of stores sell super hip shoes, clothes, hats, shades and even prom dresses and traditional Filipino costumes. Definitely check out these stores I frequent when you're there - (right side) Push Thru, Mastermind Chase and Muradito, (left side) Nava, Berca and Ballow. Happy shopping! :)

I think in terms of men's fashion, there is a shift from the casual and the indifferent, to the…read morestructured and refined. The idea that men can also be fussy and sartorial about their fashion choices says a lot about how our attitude towards dressing up has changed, with many of the boys having a renewed interest in classic and timeless pieces that just set one apart from the crowd. It doesn't have to be anything striking - the fact that you are dressed in quality clothes that fit well already make you a standout in a city where people go for functionality over aesthetics. Boys can be "maarte" too, and in a good way. That just goes to show that we value self-branding and presentation now as much as the girls do. Shops like Signet in Legazpi Village will pave the way to a more fashion forward Manila. This multi-brand store carries a number of different brands and styles for the modern gentleman. If you like to splurge a little on a few basics, such as a pair of body-hugging Selvedge jeans, or really cool socks to match your power suit, or even fun every day footwear that highlight both comfort and looks, Signet has imported brands that must be in every man's closet. Looking for that Picasso-esque Breton tee for an effortlessly fashionable look? Signet has different brands that have a great fit for every body type. The overall aesthetic is gunning for a strong homage to vintage and classic styles that give the modern gentleman such a polished, refined and nonchalantly classy look. Savoir faire at quite a price, but it's all worth it. I chanced upon this store because I was intrigued by the really classy facade. I love the window display - simple yet elegant. I was waiting for a meeting so I went inside and had a chat with Kevin, one of the shopkeepers. He is very well-versed about his brands and he also gave me a few recommendations as to what brands will suit my lifestyle better. Their store is all about investment pieces that will age well, and though I'm not in a hurry to part with my hard-earned cash even for really nice clothes, it's nice to know that I now know where to shop.

I absolutely hate shopping for casual wear because I am at that awkward stage between fat and…read morechubby. I find it very hard to get clothes that fit me well. I have a problem with most store's sizing charts because they run notoriously small or they are too big and loose in some areas. One store that I keep coming back to for that perfect off-the-rack sizing (at least for me) is Flying Dutchman Shoes. I have always been a big fan even from their The Collective days. I have seen the brand grow from being the owners' thesis project, to a bazaar mainstay to their first store in Malugay, and now, their very nice and cozy store in Blue Bay Walk. The store's visual merchandising is on point: I love the decor, the interior design elements and the color story of their furnishings. Everything seems to be designed with the modern sartorial man's sensibilities in mind. I put little effort into the clothes that I wear, and so I appreciate The Flying Dutchman for their fun and functional pieces that spice up my hopeless wardrobe. The prizes are not too inflated, and I love how everything is well within my range (I don't bother with super expensive clothes and shoes, and as a guy, they are already expensive enough). I also absolutely adore their leather goods. I have several pairs of their topsiders and boat shoes. Their leather slip-ons go with any outfit, and they are cheap enough that I plan to get a number of different colors and styles to go with my clothes.

During our first anniversary, Pau (the boyfriend) wore a statement (YES, STATEMENT) piece to our…read moredinner. He was sporting a polo with bear prints. BEAR PRINTS. Downright hipster, right? Hahaha. I loved the polo on him, though. It was quirky but not outlandish. So I asked him where he got it and he said he'll just take me there one day. That day came. And bless the hipster gods because this place is GOLDEN. At Flying Dutchman, you can see collections of printed buttoned down polos, colored shorts, summer tank tops, rucksack backpacks and crisp leather boat shoes - all at very reasonable prices. When I scoured the shop, I almost went crazy seeing all these super rad prints on men's pieces! I was flipping out! The more I scoured the men's section, the more depressed I got that they weren't exactly done for females. And then lo and behold, Flying Dutchman's counterpart. The Flying Duchess is their female line counterpart which carries skirts, tank tops and casual dresses. The store is perfect if you're looking for summer casual-themed clothes. Or if you're just a print-aholic, this store should be on your top list of shopping haunts. What i liked about this store is they offer unique, trendy and hip designs as part of their collection.. They only produce designs in limited quantities to make sure that you don't bump with someone wearing the same clothes, and that is something I absolutely love. Price range for their clothes is between 600 (Tanktops) to 950 (Buttoned Down polos) while rucksack bags are priced at 1,100 and leather boat shoes from 1800 - 2500 (very reasonable indeed). The store has a very laid back ambiance and as you enter, chill & relaxing music will welcome you.Perfect for that hipster vibe that you are looking for. Can't wait to go back and check on their new collections!

Absolutely awful. Worse customer service, clothes are super cheap extremely poor quality…read more Everything is shipped from China and the size chart is wrong. Clothes are much smaller than chart provided. Dont waste your money!

Barely respond! Requested a refund as size is inaccurate! Reported to Better Business Bureau!read more

Shirts are great. Service is friendly and professional. The value of the shirts are grea.read more

T. M. Lewin is a gentleman's shirt retailer. They started out in London in 1898 when Thomas Mayes…read moreLewin opened his first shop in Jermyn Street, St James's, London. Since then they have a long and successful history. And today they can be found in SM Aura on level 2 as well. I love T.M. Lewin because it's always so difficult to find work shirts that fit well and are not super boring at the same time. When you go to department stores it's always such a hassle to find the right size. At T.M. Lewin, size comes first. So e.g. when you are 17/34 you just go to that section and then all the shirts that fit you are there. Easy and effective! They do quite a bit of funky shirts which make you stand out a bit more compared to the white/blue/grey shirts in the office. All their other items (except for suits) are very affordable too: knitwear, ties, cufflinks, tie bars, bowties and wallets. Wait to buy untill they have their quartely promotions.

Being full-bodied like wine (see what I did there?), I am quite limited with the clothing brands I…read moreget to buy clothes from. Most Asian brands' sizes are too darn small, and more often than not, the foreign brands that do carry my size are either too darn expensive, or have limited styles. Jeans especially are a pain to find, being limited to stretch and slim or skinny cuts. This is why it was such a joy to find Jail Jeans. They have ready-to-wear stocks and can customize jeans as well. They proudly use raw demin, which as I have learned, is way better than buying washed denim. The difference? Washed denim is already pre-stretched, which means that the denim is not it it's natural flow or "bagsak". Also, the process of washing or bleaching is also very harmful to the environment. Whereas raw denim, the more you wear it, will take your body as mold. It sounds odd, but those who have had the luxury of owning a pair swear by it. The quality is just impeccable! The owner, designer Chris Jasler, is usually at the store to recommend what would fit your body shape well, so it also makes it a lot easier for those who can get a bit confused with fitting raw denim for the first time. Plus, it's not just jeans they make. They also have their own line of shirts, jackets, accessories, even shoes! Not yet convinced? Well, stars like Leo Valdes and Martin Nievera swear by it. Heck, even foreign DJ Nic Fanciulli bought a suit from Jail Jeans. Is that enough?

Jail jeans is awesome. After being in the US for years I found it hard to find a brand here in the…read morePhilippines that uses fabulous materials and has perfect fit. Before they sold me my first pieces they asked me to send in pictures of me for sizing I felt surprised because no one ever did this before. Chris even delivered it to me in person and after that he said now that I have seen you , I know your size. I went home and tried my new Jail Jeans shirts and they were perfect. Great material, outstanding design and inter mixable with my existing wardrobe . How fantastic now I can be edgy but still maintain my identity. He promised to send me pictures of new items as soon as they are available what else can I ask for.I really think that this will be a great relationship and a great addition to my clothes collection. I also loved a bracelet I got which is part of their accessory collection .Thanks Chris

Brooks Brothers comes of a very posh and stuck up place. But actually it is not trying to be…read morepretentious. They do just have a very long history and they were the oldest men's clothier in the USA, founded in 1818. We learned in business that you always have to be truthful to your brand and use things that set you apart as your unique selling point. Well, Brooks brothers does this. They are very good in the providing classis clothes with a leisurely and comfortable feel. So when you want to put yourself in the same league as Abraham Lincoln, become a brooks brother customer ;) Sure they are expensive, but they regularly have good sales.

When Univers Homme et Femme opened a few years ago, many a fashionista squirmed in their skinny…read morejeans anticipating the chance to finally fit Dick Ovens or Kawakubo's Cash Cow (a.k.a. CDG Play). Yet it was only last year that the same company unveiled a retail space dedicated to more conservative (and slightly more affordable) menswear: Hoodwink at SM Aura. Their knack for putting together a stable of brands both compelling and quaint resulted in Manila's best place for menswear's brightest talents: Ami, the eponymous label of Alexandre Mattiusi; Over All Master Cloth, from former Supreme and Carhartt contributors; Folk, British purveyors of easygoing casual wear; and APC, a veritable Kanye favorite. The yellow and white interior offers a playful space to browse their selection of Kitsune sweats, though the store's location on SM Aura's ground floor--notorious for being noisy and crowded--seems rather out of place. On the other hand, anyone with a keen eye will be drawn to this menswear oasis and will shut out everything other than the clothes. The dressing rooms might be a little too dim for a WAYWT-worthy selfie, but if you already know about these brands, you probably don't need to be dressed by the internet.

Another winning design concept store from the Homme et Femme group. Located at SM Aura, this small…read moreshop is a cool place to spot items for the special male or androgynous someone in your life. This fun and playful store offers a well-curated selection of Men's wear from designers and brands like Kitsuné, Lazy Oaf, Comme des Garçons, Bearbrick, Grenson, Oliver Spencer, Men's Society, Les Artists, YMC, Volta, Eytys, and many more. I like going to this store when I'm looking for something unique to buy for my brothers or close male friends. Prices aren't crazy and it sure as hell is worth paying the price for good quality and unique pieces that aren't so commercialized. Men and guys who like to dress up in funkier and cooler clothing are highly encouraged to go here. Packaging is also cool for all the guilty items that you will purchase...but trust me, it is so worth it and he will surely be happy to be sporting anything from the brands that they sell.

The mom of Carlo is a "suki" (loyal customer) here. So, when he said it was time to buy the fabric…read morefor his suit, his mom knew where to go and when. Yes, we went here the morning of Chinese New Year! There were so many people! But, there were discounts in all the stores. :) To get to the shop, you have to squeeze your way to the Yangco Market building. Once you're inside you have to walk to the very end. The shop will be right in front of a Barong and Jusi shop. The reason why we went all the way to this shop (honestly, this section of Binondo is the fabrics and textiles area) is because Carlo's brother bought his fabrics for his wedding at this same shop. So, of course, we expected discounts! The fabrics here are of very good quality and, from what the owner told us, is sourced from the "original" fabric warehouses. Not sure if that's true but, I felt the quality in the fabrics he showed us. Note: we made the mistake of saying that we were making a suit for the groom. The fabric price for a groom's suit to a normal suit is way higher. We did get a discount but, seriously the same fabric was Php200 less when you say it's a normal suit.

Very bad customer service!!! I called them on their landline, and they say the signal is bad he…read morecan't hear the material i was looking for. I texted the materials to their company number and gave it a couple of mins before calling them again. And when I called he was so rude saying he didnt get the text yet and for me to call back. I wouldnt have mind if I have to call back but the way he says it. And I called again and still got the same arrogant tone. Even scolding me for asking a question. Is that how you treat customers??? The arrogant staff is named William. I hope management will do something about the situation.