IN PLACES NO ONE WILL FIND

This season, we’re taking a break from the noise of Y2K and looking back to the understated cool of the ’90s NORMCORE—think relaxed silhouettes, classic pieces from PENSHOPPE, and just enough attitude to make basics feel anything but basic.

TITO VIBES

Grey jorts and an oversized black button-down? It’s giving ’90s COOL Tito, but make it fashion. There’s something effortlessly familiar about the look—like your cool Padi’s Point hang out in Timog on a Saturday evening. Relaxed, roomy, and completely unbothered.

LAID-BACK

Skinny jeans are back, babies! Paired with a gorgeous cropped polo, this look proves that the women’s section deserves a little attention, too. A weekend going to CD Warehouse, and looking for your favorite CD singles from Garbage or Blur. We loved the silhouette so much, we had to get it—and even Ororo, Rxandy Capinpin Studio’s resident labrador and unofficial fashion critic, approves.

MODEL ESSENTIAL

Every model needs the perfect black shirt. This XS number keeps things simple, while the classic PENSHOPPE logo gives it that polished touch. It’s giving ’90s rave kid party at Cubao X—minimal, fitted, and effortlessly hot.

HOGWARTS HEAD BOY

Maroon and white stripes? Suddenly, we’re at Fully Booked lining up 8 in the morning to buy your reserved HP Goblet of Fire. Add oversized glasses and an oversized suit, and Hans has officially transformed into our very own Hogwarts Head Boy. A little preppy, a little nerdy, and accio Firebolt!

OLD SCHOOL

And finally, the ultimate essential: a crisp white PENSHOPPE shirt. Paired with white polo and black shorts, Hans channels the clean-cut charm of an old-school crushie in the 90s. It’s simple, polished, and proof that sometimes the strongest look is the one that doesn’t try too hard. Tambay in SM Centerpoint after school? G? #CoolisinSession