Raising the mercury with Samuel Hoque
After a killer 2016 with two successful collections under his belt and a mountain of accolades for his showing at the Weavers Festival last year, Samuel Hoque has every reason to be flying high.
Not one to rest on his laurels, the UK-based Bangladeshi designer is back this season with an extensive, exclusive collection of menswear for Eid-ul-Fitr 2017.
Reflecting new age elegance, the new collection promises a wide range of comfortable kurtas in soft pastels and surprising colour combinations. As always, the key to a Samuel Hoque number lies in subtle details, and in this, he doesn't disappoint.
From a six-button silhouette that fits like a dream, to velvet button details, zippered collars, and an additional line of panjabis with studded collars, the menswear maverick has pulled out all the stops.
There's a sizable line of t-shirts available this year too, all bearing the designer's signature hand-painted zoological motifs. There are plenty of unique prints to choose from, many bearing the sterling silver studs that are the key notes for 2017.
The pièces de résistance in the collection would be his Mujib coats. Borrowing from his experience from last year's Weavers Festival, Hoque has designed some jaw-dropping numbers in muslin, backed by satin this time. While the fabric is notoriously difficult to cut, the result has been nothing short of spectacular.
Expanding the range, there are a lot more options for Dhaka's fashionable menfolk this summer. Prices start from Tk 3,000 for some pretty nifty football jersey inspired kurtas, all the way to Tk 60,000 plus for a signature three-piece ensemble. Bespoke services are also available, and although a separate junior's line isn't there this time around, you can place orders for your stylish little boys.
So if you want to add some oomph to your Eid, drop by at Samuel Hoque's Style Sanctum and grab your pick!
Samuel Hoque's Style Sanctum is located at 32 Progoti Sharoni, Baridhara Block J.
Operating hours are from 1pm-11pm daily
By Fatima Hussain
Photo courtesy: Samuel H
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