Make way for the guys BOLSTERED by a round of preview parties and an investment of close to S$2mil (RM4.Breitling bentley replica 85mil), the Men's Fashion Week (MFW) 2011 in Singapore was off to a roaring start. As the first Asian city and only the third in the world (after Paris and Milan) to host such an event, expectations were certainly running high but the organisers did not disappoint. Held at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre, the five-day men's fashion event, held from March 30 to April 3, showcased the Autumn/Winter 2011 collections of over 30 renowned brands from Singapore, the Asian region and international names as well. Homme by Eun Gil focused on outerwear, with emphasis on colour-blocking and layering. Chairman of MFW 2011 Singapore, Frank Cintamani, said: "We are honoured to have the full support of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands for this fashion initiative and are well-geared to put together a stellar event in such a world-class venue. " Named the Fashion Metropolis, the venue was divided into a Fashion District (retail outlets nestled around a garden setting, venue for concerts and after-parties, VIP/Media lounge and media hub) and Fashion Ground, the main show area with a 30. 5m runway and nearly 1, 000 seats. While not much was known about the Asian designers beforehand, the organisers scored big with Shanghai Tang previewing its Autumn/Winter 2011 at MFW Singapore, even before London, New York, China and Hong Kong. Likewise, Singapore's global fashion brand, Raoul, previewed their first ever all men's Autumn/Winter 2011 collection on stage. The event was definitely not short on hype, with MTV Asia VJ Utt featured as the face of MFW, hosting a rock concert after-party (which our very own DJ Lapsap later took to the decks). Homme by Eun Gil depicted the emergence of hope through a collection that focused mostly on outerwear: wool coats with an asymmetrical front leather panel and matching cuffs, pony fur jackets, and padded wool tunic vests layered over blazers. There was also colour-blocking seen in the use of contrasting wool panels, layering (short over long) and acid bright accents. Warm and snug: Fur collar, shorttrench and knee-high boots complete the autumn/ winter look from Dresscamp. "Hope is something that arises out of the dark. Then, slowly, layer by layer, it gets brighter and stronger until it emerges and becomes a reality. This Autumn/Winter 2011 collection is a depiction of the process as the hope inside us transforms into something real on the outside, " he said in a press statement. Knee-high swashbuckling boots, animal prints and rococo print shirts might not be high on your shopping list, but there were plenty of other things that you could have taken back from Japanese brand Dresscamp. Helmed by creative director Shinichiro Hosokawa, sharply cut A-line military coats and macs balanced the wilder elements on show. As a solemn reminder of Japan's current troubles, the designer sent three models out on the runway at the end of the show in T-shirts emblazoned with the words "Pray for Japan". Visitors could also leave messages of support and encouragement on the wall at Dresscamp's booth. Spanish brand Emmanuel played up the Latino/machismo man with models in dark eyeshadow and T-shape silhouette in a collection entitled, "The Illusionist". It featured casual trench coats, crocodile leather jackets and evening tuxedos.Rolex submariner replica Filipino designers Jerome Lorico and Christopher Ubaldo of Jail Jeans both showed strong collections, with the former imbuing his mostly black collection of hand-knit jumpers and shawls with a exaggerated fringe and intricate weaving. Ubaldo made a statement on the relevance of denim in the fashion arena with a model clad in a wrestling mask, transforming a denim blazer into a pair of bottoms. There was a ruffian-like quality to the denim, with distinctive pocket and button detailing on the thighs paired with razor-sharp tailoring and a mirrored suit for festive seasons. JBB by ex-assistant menswear buyer for Club 21 Thailand, Jirawat Bote Benchakarn, offered a fine collection of mix-and-match formal and casual wear separates including a blazer jacket in camouflage material, fair isle knits and collegiate blazers with contrasting green upturned collars. But, it was Korean-born Songzio that really took menswear to another level with a collection of otherworldly travellers walking at a glacial pace, clad in voluminous outerwear and supine-like furry gloves. Testament to the finesse of the clothes were the intricate details on the back of the models. There was definitely a suggestion of protection in the elegantly oversized shapes and zippers that snaked their way across models' heads. Exquisitely crafted, no wonder the designer has a strong cult following.