Mensaheros: Manila Bike Couriers

It’s hard to get deliveries on time these days, as traffic jams in the Metro continue to worsen on a daily basis. Thankfully, a group of creatives and bike enthusiasts composed of Desk Mullen, Mike Lorenzana, Ema Milan, and Marick Valdez, thought of running the Mensaheros Bike Courier services. Because bikes can weave through the traffic faster than other cargo vehicles, these bike messengers can complete deliveries within a 15-kilometer radius in just an hour. From documents to cakes and flowers, and even strollers and cribs, the bike couriers make sure deliveries come on time and in perfect condition. Their services are perfect for rush or urgent deliveries. 

For deliveries, you can contact them through the following numbers:

Desk Mullen – 09228214387

Ema Milan – 09326677378

For more info, click here.

Source: The Breakaway

Slick Barbers Sessions

Smooth, sleek, polished, these are some of the words that are synonimous to the session going around in Makati. The Slick Barbers session offers men an experience of grooming in a different level. Headed by Mak Azores and Ez Abinal, surely men are in definite good hands. Their session embodies a homespun feel because of the location, yet handled by the men with great expertise when it comes to grooming. Sessions usually happen on a Saturday depending on their schedule. 

Source: Slick Barbers

OS Accessories Volume V Lookbook

The bizarre local accessory brand OS has released the lookbook for their latest collection, "Volume V". When we say bizarre, it's an utmost compliment to a rather unique aesthetic which most of us are unaccustomed to. OS has solidified their presence as a pioneer in this line of accessories locally and has received huge support internationally. This new collection is another validation of why they are the best at what they do, even though it's probably not understood by everyone. The consistency and strength of the brand is what make OS thrive. And another thing, their emphasis to details is impeccable, take this lookbook for instance. It entirely encompasses the philosophy and aesthetic of OS, as an accessory brand, and as a lifestyle brand. The collection is now available in their website.

Scars Higher Than Truth Lookbook

SCARS is a streetwear label that is uncommon due to its class and intricacy. SCARS has recently released their “Higher than Truth” collection which consists a sort of far cry from your usual colorful designs. In this collection, they have black and white graphic tees as well as a Hoodie-Jacket hybrid and Cap which expresses their rebellious outlooks- for this collection it's “there’s no religion higher than truth”. SCARS celebrates the villain, the truant, the untidy, the unkempt, the delinquent, the thief, the scoundrel, the evil-doer, and the riffraff. “Although heroes always win it all, what’s important are the lessons we learn from them, the cross they bear, the SCARS to prove it.” They also have the 5th column crew cap available.

Comme des Garçons’ PLAY Box Pop-Up in Manila

Comme des Garçons’ PLAY sets foot into Manila's shopping center, Greenbelt 5 in Makati City. The fun-centric high-end fashion brand presents itself in a wonderful polka-dotted box pop-up space, which will be there until January 4, 2015. The iconic CdG logo has experienced great following throughout the year, even garnering lots of imitations around the country-though not really a positive thing, it is proof of its high-demand in the Philippine market. However, this is a great time for the brand to have its name officially introduced, and in a very interesting fashion. Other than attracting new eyes, the PLAY Box also impresses as they offer exclusive items perfect for the holidays. Their collaboration products with Disney's Frozen being the most notable. 

Source: Clavel Magazine
Photos by Kiko Nuñez

WIP Caps: The 'W' Black and 'W' Baby Black

WIP Caps releases one of their classics on a new colorway and double the fun this Christmas season. Check out the 'W' Black snapback cap, together with its kiddie counterpart, The 'W' Baby Black. This hat has the staple WIP 'W' logo for its 3D embroidery at the front panels. Embroidered on the right panel is the WIP 'Crown' logo. They used black polyester/wool fabric for both the dome and the bill. The 'W' Baby Black fits perfectly for kids age 1 yrs. to 5 yrs. old. Available now at www.wipcaps.com and through WIP official stockists.

Nike Kobe 9 Elite "Knit Stocking"

It's been a tradition in recent years for Nike Basketball to release a Christmas-themed footwear collection for all of the brand's signature athletes. Highlighted here is the year-end offering for Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant, which he will be wearing for the NBA's Christmas Day games. Taking inspiration from Christmas stockings, this Kobe 9 Elite is built with a festive red and white Flyknit upper that complements premium leather tongue detailing, while a marbled sole rounds out the design. Black Mamba fans can delight in the fact that this will be the only shoe from this year's Nike Basketball Christmas Collection to release locally. Check with your preferred retailers for availability as the shoe will release on December 26.

THE Holiday 2014 Lookbook

THE Clothing continues their December onslaught with the upcoming release of their Holiday 2014 Collection. This latest batch is set to drop on Friday, December 19 for #THEENDPARTY2014 at Cubao X, Quezon City. For now, peep the lookbook for their new shirts and pullover hoodies. Most of the designs circulate around the theme "Death Meets Glory". THE expresses the extremities that it'll take before they refrain from serving their supporters with streetwear and counterculture goodness. Their famous logo also reappears on a couple of "Staple" hoodies and in a white tee, this time on a teal variation. Click here for all the collection pieces.