Sometimes, we’re urban anthropologists, stalking Bangkok’s jungles in search of the best-dressed creatures therein. These are the spoils of that hunt – fetishists of fierce, take heed.
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Un and Nay, 31 and 36 respectively. They enjoy visiting CDC since the venue is close to their home. They believe high-waisted shorts and skirts, along with bright neon colors, are in at the moment.
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Kratai, 32, loves to visit CDC to hangout and enjoy meals with friends. She feels that leggings are in fashion. On casual Sundays, she often dons a Panamanian hat.
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Aom 30, comes to CDC twice a month to shop. She loves Topshop and Another F.C.K. She follows street fashion, but is more particular in her bags and shoes.
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Pierce, 27, lives near CDC. She takes her style inspiration from Elle, Instagram and other online sources. On her casual days, she loves wearing long skirts and showing off her hat collections.
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Pin, 32, believes that the upcoming fashion trends include high-waisted shorts and crop tops, along with chic-looking clutches. She often updates her wardrobe based on the Instagram and Facebook accounts of Thai celebrities. On her casual days, she loves wearing trousers but on special occasions will opt for a dress.
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Noey and Aey visit Siam once a week to shop and check out the latest trends. They keep up to date with fashion via the Instagram accounts of Thai celebrities and fashion brands. Noey says that current “must-haves” include matching crop tops and shorts by Thai designer like Milin. Aey feels that the stripes fashion is ruling the day.
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Pim and Ployroong also visits Siam once a week. They love the local brands like CHP and Lynn Around. They identifiy torn hot-pants and stripes as the trends of the moment. On their casual days, they go for easy fitting cloths.
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Adele comes to Siam fairly often to shop and keep up to date on trends. He says that spikes and studs are a must-have. He loves Christian Louboutin and Givenchy.
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Tor visits Siam often to hang out with his crew. He describes his style as indie, but doesn’t mind wearing other styles as he is an easy-going person.
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This fashionista comes to Siam five days a week. He keeps up to date on trends via Instagram and his friends. He loves wearing skinny jeans and casual shoes. His favorite brand is 5cm.
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Note lives near Siam, where she comes to shop and hang out. She bases her fashion sensibilities on the Instagram accounts of Thai celebrities like @chomismaterialgirl and @likestyle, along with Korean Fashion pages. She says that the up and coming trend is sexy, short leggings with matching crop top and shorts. When dressing casually, she loves wearing sports and street wear.
Photos: Zanyasan Tanantpapat
