Prints + lace + denim = summer

MANILA, Philippines - Summer is a good time to bring something new and refreshing into your life. And your wardrobe.

Bench introduces a summer 2013 collection that features casual basics with unique cuts, textures, and playful prints, achieving comfort, style and well-being.

Wearing Bench’s latest collection are stars Dingdong Dantes and Richard Gutierrez, actresses Kim Chiu, Carla Abellana, Shaina Magdayao, Isabelle Daza, Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Kathryn Bernardo, Sarah Lahbati and Melai Cantiveros; heartthrob actors Enchong Dee, Rayver Cruz, Sam Concepcion, Steven Silva, and Jason Francisco; pop superstar Angeline Quinto; and tween star Ella Cruz.

Here are some tips from Bench on how to have a cool and fashionable start this season:

• Go for bold prints

Whether it’s a trip to the beach or a picnic date at the park, score the perfect match by pairing this season’s pick of printed tops in striking nautical stripes, polka dots, florals, and geometric patterns with your choice of shorts, skirts or skinny jeans. Guys will love the cool statement tees and hip graphic shirts as well as the fashion-forward pique shirt hybrids that mix florals with classic chambray elements.

• Try on some sexy shorts

Shorts are an essential staple for the perfect summer outfit. Bench’s latest collection has an assortment of comfy pieces that score style points for both day and night looks. Choose from fabrics such as cotton and denim with styles that range from low-risers that flaunt hourglass and pear-shaped body types to dainty pleats that add volume to thin and petite frames.

• Add a touch of sheer and lace

The love affair with sheer and lace pieces continues this season. Channel your cute side by letting loose in breezy pastel blouses during the day and unleash your urban chic vibe in figure-flattering lace tops for an exciting night out.

• Rule with denim

No matter what the season, a Bench collection is not complete without the brand’s signature Bench OJ denim line. Skinny jeans for ladies in eye-candy pastels such as purple, cream and turquoise elongate and flaunt in all the right places. Earth-colored skinnies and chino pants for guys in gray, khaki and orange spell hip for any occasion.

Fresh from the eventful year marked by the commemoration of its 25th anniversary as a leader in the Philippine retail industry, Bench is going full throttle, aimed at achieving even greater heights in 2013. The country’s premier global brand is getting a brand-new look and will be launching a new logo. Watch out for this milestone and stay connected by following Bench at twitter.com/benchtm and facebook.com/benchtmofficial.

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The Philippine Star | February 13, 2013 | Article Link