In the humid, tropical Philippines, the warmest season does not forgive the usual layering of temperate countries; this can be done only with the thinnest materials.
The alternatives for style involve exploring cut, fabric, proportion, silhouette, and - you guessed it - accessories.
Gold-plated automatic watch, Omega Seamaster; pocket watch from a Beijing antique market worn as a pendant (using a stainless steel ball chain necklace); pocket watch chain used as a bracelet
At the underpass at the intersection of Ayala Avenue and Rufino Street, and then at Ayala Avenue
Shirt, Chevignon; semi-stretch trousers, Y-3; thrifted gold sneakers, Adidas; socks, Tommy Hilfiger; gray PVC belt (not seen), Izzue
Street photos by Paolo Joseph Lising