The latest fashion to keep you up in style

For the past four years, fashionistas who want to find their favourite catlook looks have been heading to MO Outlet. Here, fashion enthusiasts will be able to update their wardrobe with styles from Paris, Milan, New York and London all year round.

Conveniently located just outside the city centre, MO Outlet is only a 10-minute drive from Suria KLCC and is touted as a one-stop fashion paradise for men and women, featuring unbeatable discounts of up to 70% on all of its featured brands.

Last month saw the boutique celebrating its fourth anniversary and there were more promotions than usual to entice visitors.

Housed in a luxurious and spacious interior, shoppers at MO Outlet are treated to a kaleidoscope of authentic apparel, bags, shoes and accessories from over 50 labels.

“From young professionals to seasoned fashionistas, everyone loves a touch of luxury and international style in their wardrobe, at an accessible price range,” said Azrina Wahi, the boutique manager of MO Outlet.

“MO Outlet shares this passion for fashion by providing shoppers the privilege to enjoy up-to-date collections fresh from the principal boutiques with serious reductions. For some, it’s a dream come true, giving them a chance to own something really special.

Premium products: A view of the MO Outlet at Taman Shamelin Perkasa in Kuala Lumpur.

“For others, it’s the spree of a lifetime. After all, we have over 50 designer labels to indulge in!”

Shoppers can browse menswear fashion such as Hugo Boss and Alain Figaret for their European heritage and sophisticated urban design, while women’s labels Emilio Pucci, Farah Khan and Stuart Weitzman offer luxurious clothes, shoes, bags and accessories for everyday and glamorous occasions.

Those who desire quality leather accessories can indulge in premium products from Aigner, Cole Haan and Furla.

For the contemporary edge, the offerings include D&G, GF Ferré, Galliano, Just Cavalli, C’N’C Costume National and many more.

For individuals who are looking for something truly Asian, but with a universal appeal, MO Outlet offers a range of top Malaysian and Asean designer fashion and modern styles of handdrawn batik.

Located on the ground floor of The Melium Group headquarters, MO Outlet’s collection of fashion and accessories come in good condition, bearing the hallmarks of quality and offering visitors genuine high-end brands with major savings.

To complement one’s shopping experience, the visitor can enjoy a little respite at the Dome Cart a delicious selection of beverages and meals.

Snack delights include cakes, pies and croissants while hearty meals like nasi lemak and pastas are also available.

14 Mens Fashion and Style Icons

Fashion has always been, and always will be dynamic. But style is timeless. The former is largely concerned with the what is cool, or what trends are at what time, etc. The latter, is not. Few men exhibit times timeless cool and display of good taste, and those that have shone in the public eye deserve mention. The following fourteen men are ones which we believe deserve mention as having some of the most iconic style, during the last century

Frank Sinatra

Sinatra embodied an era of men’s style and grace. The hard-drinking, heavy-smoking ‘Rat Pack’ founding member seemed to never lose his cool, even in the midst of his son’s kidnap debacle. People questioned his potential ties to the mafia, but no one ever denied that he was the entertainer of the day. Old Blue Eyes always seemed well put-together, and our hat goes off to him for his matter-of-fact and effortless style.

Joe Namath

The panache it took to wear saddle shoes, a fur coat and wayfarers while on the sidelines is second to none. Joe Namath was a football player back in the days when athletes could still be national heroes, not petty criminals or castmembers on third-tiered reality television shoes. Namath also showed us that athletic prowess and a penchant for dressing one’s best were not mutually exclusive. Kind of a Sean Avery of yesterday – but without the pomp and circumstance. Broadway Joe was also famous for predicting his Jets would win Superbowl III and in later years, he would don a mean fu-manchu – before it was ironic, or cool to have one.

Marlon Brando

We’re not talking bitch-tits, Dr. of Island Moreau Brando, we’re talking bad ass, A Street Car Named Desire Brando. Widely considered the first noticeable male sex symbol of the silver screen, Brando would later come out and appease his entire fan base, by admitting to being bisexual. Brando’s take on men’s style would spawn generators of emulators, and his iconic style would only be emboldened by later roles in The Godfather franchise, and breaking the jaws of paparazzi. Interestingly, his grandson, Tuki Brando, is currently the face of Versace.

James Dean

Not a whole lot of commentary is really needed to help explain why Dean is on the list.

Brad Pitt

Fight Club. Mr and Mrs Smith. Snatch. Oceans Eleven. Legends of The Fall. While some of these movies might not be everyone’s favorite, they all contributed Brad Pitt’s superstar status. Pitt consistently tops the ‘Most Attractive Men’ lists in the celebrity gossip rags, and his performance in Fight Club alone would merit his inclusion to this list. In the last decade, Pitt has shown the world that he can play serious roles too, and seems to never be caught off guard by the paparazzi. Whether he’s working with orphans in Addis Ababa, or he’s cruising on his Triumph in New Orleans, he seems to do so with a masculine grace that has only developed as he’s entered middle age. We look forward to the release of Inglorious Basterds.

Paul Newman

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This picture (above) is a perfect illustration of the actor that would go on to embody the titular role he filled in Cool Hand Luke. Newman was famous for his fidelity, even though he could have had any woman in the world, at the drop of a hat. And integrity is never in bad form. His decision to go into organic food production before it was the in thing to do, only adds to his status as a a trailblazer. One of the few actors to transition from 1950s cinema to that of the 1960s and 1970s, Newman remains an institution of America male style, and arguably one of the coolest guys of all time.

Johnny Depp

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After his work on the Pirates franchise, Depp seemed like he was taking his role as a Keith Richards-as-Jack Sparrow a little too serious, but this ended up not being the case. No one has gone from 1980’s teen heartthrob to critically-acclaimed actor quite like Depp, and we appreciate his take on the Hollywood superstar that seems to not appreciate the attention. While his appearance might actually be the choreographed workings of a team of stylists, it seems very thrown together and carefree. This fits his demeanor, and is one that most everyone can appreciate in terms of aesthetics.

Steve McQueen

Steve McQueen was rumored to smoke a pack of cigarettes and consume whiskey, marijuana and cocaine on a daily basis, all while maintaining a 2-hr daily exercise regimen. That’s what we call dedication – both to a serious affinity for vice, as well as to maintaining a well-defined physique. The King of Cool had an effortless and oft-imitated style, that seemed to be just what the world was looking for at the time. He was a sort of anti-hero, and his style transcended the clothes he wore; the guy raced motorcycles and pretty much all of his own stunts.

Jason Statham

This former diver-turned-actor has proved to bald men everywhere that it if you are losing hair, there is still hope: you just have to get in really good shape, acquire a street-smart Londoner accent, and kick a lot of ass. But in all seriousness, Statham has been able to earn major roles even though he shares few characteristics with the stereotypical Hollywood leading man. He also tends to carry himself in a confident way that never looks bad. He is probably the most unassuming inclusion in this list, but deserves mention nonetheless.

Cary Grant

Cary Grant was for many decades the prototypical leading man: debonair, handsome, and charming. Try finding a picutre of him in anything other than an impeccably tailored suit – they simply do not exist. His public image represents all that should be masculine about men’s fashion, and his timeless appearance has become the benchmark for black-tie events, awards presentations, and galas. Grant also deserves special mention for the fact that he was an ardent Republican, but never used his stardom as a soapbox, to preach his political opinions. Only later in his life, when his friend Ronald Reagan ran for President, did he come out and publicly support any candidates.

Robert Redford

Robert Redford was Brad Pitt before there was a Brad Pitt. Packaged to audiences as the quintessential all-American male, Redford has a number of accomplishments in various capacities. If you need a reminder of what Redford was like in his prime, watch The Natural or Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The amount of trim he was able to rack up, probably rivals that of Wilt the Stilt.

Sean Connery

This foul-mouthed Scotsman was not what James Bond creator Ian Fleming had in mind for an on-screen adaptation of his beloved character. But, it just seemed to work. Rumor has it that after Dr. No, Fleming was so taken by Connery’s ability to morph into the suave, special agent that he worked into the character’s back-story a half-Scottish, half-Swiss ancestry. Even into the early 1980s, wherein Connery donned a number of questionable head-rugs, he still was able to give believable performances as the ultra-masculine, sexually charismatic Bond that subsequent actors have only attempted to recreate. To many, Connery is Bond.

David Beckham

Love him or leave him, Beckham has got style. While the personal lives of professional footballers and their lady friends have recently become a thing of undeserved scandal, Beckham’s is the real deal. While some claim he is overrated as a mid-fielder, the long-serving captain of England’s National Team has done a lot for the game, including (many argue) contributing to the increased popularity of the sport in the U.S., and he is often lauded for his many charitable works. To top it off the guy always looks well put together, with either long hair or a shaved head, and he can pull of his many tattoos even in business-casual attire. Even his high-pitched voice seems appropriate, and slightly capable of cutting him down to size – but it doesn’t.

Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan’s style has always seemed effortless, whether he was on the court, or in a well-tailored, Italian suit. Many basketball players look a bit funny in suits – truth be told – because it’s hard to look sauve when you are nearly 7′ tall. But Jordan pulls it off in swell fashion. Jordan also merits special distinction for balding with grace and dignity. He actually met his receding hair line head-one, by just shaving the whole thing. When you are the most dominating basketball player of all time, no one is going to bring up the fact that you are losing your hair.

Bob Dylan

Many claim Bob Dylan is really a poet, but he just happens to sing and play music as well. Regardless of your take on that bit of whimsy, no one can deny Bob Dylan’s contribution to musical style and innovation. Fashion wise, this rolling stone is also one of the most widely-emmulated individuals the entertainment and arts industries have ever experienced. The above picture does a good job of summing up why this is the case; he’s basically on the same level as Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, but without the decade-long periods of fashion insanity and peyote.

Cool maternity clothes for hot summer days

Between the surging hormones and added girth, pregnant mamas need all the help they can get to stay cool this summer. Check out our cool maternity clothes tips to help get you though the dog days of summer.

Stock up on dresses: Nothing keeps you cooler than a light, airy sundress. Look for an empire waist dress that is long enough to keep you covered thoughout your pregnancy. Stock up on prints and solids for an easy summer wardrobe.

Lightweight pants: Wear lightweight drawstring pants paired with a printed top and sandals for summer look that is ready for work or play.

Wear light colors: Pack away the dark colors and opt for whites or light pastals to help reflect the sun and keep you cool.

Swimsuits: Nothing will cool you off faster than lounging in the pool this summer. Whether you prefer a one-piece, bikini or tankini, you are sure to find plenty of stylish maternity options.

Dress Young and Look Young

Let us face it. Whether we admit it or not, deep inside, we want to look younger than we really are. Who has not lied about her age in the past month? Who has not fussed over the new strand of gray hair that seems to have sprung on her forehead this morning? Who has not worried about the new crow�s feet she found while putting on makeup?

Whether we are open about it or not, at least once in our lives, we have felt this longing to be eighteen again � young and carefree, not laden with responsibilities. Or perhaps it is a desire to feel less tired and stressed than we usually are, or to feel as pretty and attractive as we used to be when we were still young. For women who have actually taken the steps to turn back the time, the solutions they have taken are usually costly and painful. The bad thing about it is that not every answer to recapturing and maintaining youth works.

If we want to look young, the steps can be as simple as caring for our skin and spicing up our wardrobe. Oh, of course, we have to dress our age, but there is nothing wrong with updating ourselves and dressing young once in a while. Here are a few ways we can look young simply by dressing young.

1. Wear a nice pair of jeans that flatter your figure and disguise the waist that has thickened and the hips that have become wider through the years. These jeans do not have to be the latest skinny jeans; that could spell nightmares for some of us. A good pair with a bootleg cut and a dark wash would be enough to create wonders for you.

2. Wearing a pretty print dress can cut back the years, too, especially ones that are pastel-colored and bare a little bit of skin. Having a pretty dress on makes one instantly feel young and feminine, less of a career woman and definitely less of a matron. If you are not comfortable with baring skin anymore, a shawl or a light cardigan will provide good cover.

3. Hide the sags and bulges that age and constant stress have given our bodies. Wear pantyhose, tights and undergarments that provide support to your legs, thighs and hips. However, do not punish yourself by wearing things that pinch your body too much and are too uncomfortable for you. You are supposed to smile and feel good about what you are wearing.

4. Do yourself a favor and ditch the matronly handbag. Sure, the big and bulky handbag has seen you through so many emergencies, but there are more stylish bags out there that can provide you and your things enough space without looking too old and outdated.

5. Do your hair and face simply, the way you used to do when you were still young. Just put on some face powder and a touch of fruity lip gloss, and then do your hair up in a ponytail. That takes you back to high school, but without the hang-ups of our age.

Fashion Style Trends For '09

What's old, what's new, what's right for you? The future of fashion may not seem all that important at the moment, but it can actually provide plenty of inspiration and information to help you plan for purchases or pull hidden treasures from the back of your closet. While I don't have a crystal ball, I do have runways and red carpets to help me predict the trends. You may be surprised to know that what’s already in your wardrobe will even give you a great head start on dressing with flair in this new year. Bobbie Thomas, TODAY Style editor and author of the Buzz column for In Touch Weekly, tracks 2009’s upcoming trends.

Sophisticated separates
For the past few years, a matchy-matchy look felt like a fashion faux pas, but now ensemble dressing is making a comeback. Whether you want to mix it up or wear one whole look from head to toe, just keep in mind that separates are going to be the big story in fashion. And it all starts with the suit — both skirt and pant sets. This return to classic tailoring allows for versatility, a favorable option for these economic times. While a dress is a one-day outfit, ensembles allow you to mix and match the pieces, and transition items to not only expand your work wardrobe, but also blend these separates into your weekend wear. One of the best pieces to take from work to weekend, the blazer, was not only a must-have for fall 2008, it will continue to be a trend in 2009. Styles are morphing into feminine versions for spring, and these soft, structured jackets will start to replace cardigans and wraps. Menswear in general is getting a feminine makeover with light fabrics, delicate details and curved lines. We’re going to see every possible reinvention, including lots of softer spins with shawl collars, draping and asymmetrical hems, as even the most girly designers, such as Rebecca Taylor, put their twist on this classic piece of clothing. While floral tops, like those seen on the Jill Stuart runway, are also an abundant trend to look out for, the biggest (and most controversial) style seen on 2009 runways: fancy pants. Bottoms are back in a new way, from parachute to crop — and even jumpsuits — all odd shapes and cuts were on display. Contemporary designers such as Tibi put forth every imaginable silhouette and form. The best news is that you’ll have no trouble finding a pair of pants that suits you.

Weekend wear
In the casual category, a signature jacket is a must-have for the modern woman. A seasonless staple that will swing both ways, expect fall elements to bloom as the weather warms up, and summer coats like those seen on Milly’s spring runway to take center stage. Long gone are the days that you need just a basic to cover up in. With so many styles and colors to choose from, consider these coats an extension of your personality!

When it comes to denim, ripped jeans are tearing their way back. Hollywood has already cut the line, and trendsetters like Cameron Diaz are sporting spring samples of destroyed denim that are rumored to be back-ordered before the ball has even dropped in Times Square. Scissors anyone?

And while he's much more than her “boyfriend’” we’ve already reported that Katie Holmes has snagged “his” style and worn Tom's jeans. Other ladies, like Reese Witherspoon, have been out and about in relaxed-style jeans, and Levi’s is getting in line with their loose-legged blues. While skinny jeans may be taking a backseat, is baggier better?

But it’s not just about the basics — you might not normally think to embellish during the afternoon, but holiday sparkle shines on with evening elements for sunny days. Glitz and glimmer is everywhere, from the satin and beading seen at Nanette Lepore and Foley + Corinna, to even a disco flash that came to life via lame at the Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs shows.

And finally, maxi dresses made their official comeback in the summer of 2008 thanks to contemporary designers like Gypsy 05, and celebrities like Angelina Jolie, who practically lived in the longer length. This summer expect skirts to sweep in, too. These easy, breezy pieces are meant to be thrown on and paired with flip-flops for a casual-chic summer style.

Dress designs
Dresses have been back in such a big way over the past few years, and there’s a style for all, from one side of the spectrum to the other. First up: floral prints. They blossomed last summer, were in full bloom this fall, and they won't be wilting anytime soon.

And sculpted, formed frocks, with crisp lines and even bold shoulders, may bring you back to “Dynasty” days. Smart and savvy collections like Karen Millen use clean lines and smart paneling to literally help shift your shape. Bold black-and-white will be a color combination to take note of, and Amy Adams and Lucy Liu have already stepped out onto the red carpet in spring designs by Carolina Herrera and Giambattista Valli.

On the softer side, those who prefer an ethereal, fairy-talelike look will be happy to know that a flow of Grecian and goddess frocks will also be available. These sheer, fluid and draped designs feel fresh with asymmetry. From the neck to the hemline, imbalance is in, and Aurelio Costarella offers great examples of this trend.

Accents
When just a little wardrobe update is all you need, 2009’s edgy extras have the potential to make a big impact. Expect fringe to be everywhere and on everything, as demonstrated on William Rast’s runway. If you want to just touch on the trend, scarves and accessories are a great way to go.

And there’s no need for diamonds, as big and bold costume baubles stay in the spotlight. Statement pieces such as those by Roberta Freyman and Cynthia Rowley will help transform the look of any basic. And finally, from funky to fabulous, footwear remains a focal point in 2009, with everything from nude classics to cutout creations. Sh-booties and platforms from designers like Stuart Weitzman still support a heavier-looking foot trend.

As you can see, designers inspire with couture creations, while stylists and celebrities help them step into the spotlight, making it possible for us to predict the future! But now that you know what next year will bring, it’s time to take advantage of this knowledge (and the January sales!). Be savvy by shopping off-season, and also don’t forget to pull from your own wardrobe. You’re likely to have items that hit on at least a few of these trends buried at the bottom of your drawers or in the back of your closet!