The world of fashion moves very fast, as the saying goes - "One day you're in, the next day, you're out." Though for Hong Kongers, it doesn't work that way because nobody really has a clue about what's in or out, or why the proverbial cat flap of good design sense lets everything but cats through.
Fortunately, this broken cat flap (aka I.T store) allows those who cling doggedly to dreams of becoming one of Hong Kong's most sought-after 'fashun icons' a distinct possibility; this illustrious list, among others, features the likes of Bosco Wong, Hilary Tsui, Hello Kitty and ... Luke Skywalker... <<<record scratch>>>
"Ladies and gentlemen, on our left is Exhibit A: a special display of various materials commonly spotted on women in Hong Kong back in 2010. You can see a careful selection of crochet, suede, patterned lycra, faux fur, and faux leather... " HK Museum of Fashion docent, Gucci Wong told his group of visitors.
Here's another Hongkie spotted in the MTR displaying a mashup of every possible trend fad known to man: (faux) fur, cropped vest, brights, ruffles, leggings, leopard print, boots and wedges. Way to go...(to MK, that is)!