SANDRO SCINTILLATES WITH SAVVY PARISIAN STYLE

The Parisian take on fashion can best be described in its own language: très chic, which translates to that savvy, nonchalant attitude so admired by fashionistas worldwide.

- VICKY VELOSO-BARRERA

The French have a style where nothing is too studied or planned. They never look too ornate or flashy; Everything must be en pointe, a ballet term, also meaning perfect.

Parisian women are practical, leading active lives that run from managing home to work to constantly walking those cobblestone streets to pick up flowers, baguettes and the other necessities of day-to-day living. She will pop in and out of the metro, meet up with friends at cafes, revisit her favorite museum, whip up a quick omelet at home. The daily outfit that meets all this must express her personality and the mood of the moment. Style, for them, includes knowing what best flatters their figures and lifestyle. The clothes they wear must be comfortable and relaxed so they can reflect that gracious sense of ease.

Meeting all these standards—and more—is the collection at the newly opened outpost of Sandro at the ground level of Greenbelt 5. In an upscale mall dedicated to fashion brands of impeccable style, Sandro quickly stands out for pieces that are finely crafted, timeless yet with a twist. Casual blues and denims, pinks and neutrals in top quality cottons, lines, knits and silk are embellished with just the right amount of beads, pearls, studs and lace, some of which take many hours to apply. You'll quickly notice that the easy mix-and-match pieces can be worn by any age, some even by any gender, and there are silhouettes for all kinds of figures as well.

Sandro is a brand that is not flashing on everyone's radar yet adds to its allure and appeal.