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You know artisanal trends have become widely accepted when people recognise it for what it’s worth. In fact, it was a little street style cred Yasmine Patpatia received in the heart of London, for her handbag purchased in India, that prompted her to start Hux The Label. The online store is a curation of her eclectic taste for handmade, small-batch goods from independent artisans sourced around the world, but beyond that, highlights her eco-conscious stance. A self-professed “mismatched and happily off-trend’ fashionista, Yasmine’s quintessential style is summed up with her love for kaftans and its boho-chic statement. We profile her fashion philosophy, wardrobe essentials, and tips for rocking the loose and luxurious trend.
Above Yasmine Patpatia by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
Yasmine Patpatia by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
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How does Hux The Label represent your personal style?
"I wanted HUX to produce beautiful, unique accessories. I don’t like to look like everyone else so I wanted the products to be limited in quantity too. Also, to be affordable as a designer brand."
Above Yasmine takes her Hux boho style to Oslo. Photo: Courtesy of @anotherbohemianqueen / Instagram
Yasmine takes her Hux boho style to Oslo. Photo: Courtesy of @anotherbohemianqueen / Instagram
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What feeds your imagination?
"Travelling! I’m constantly inspired by other cultures and customs and try to reflect that in my products."
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Above Iris Apfel. Photo courtesy of Landmark
Iris Apfel. Photo courtesy of Landmark
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Name your style icon.
"Without a shadow of a doubt, Iris Apfel. To me she is what it means to be truly bohemian and a massive inspiration for my @anotherbohemianqueen Instagram profile."
Above Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
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Why is the kaftan your choice of attire?
"I wear kaftans every day. I would do EVERYTHING in a kaftan if I could. It’s so comfy and versatile. I love clothing that can be styled in many different ways. It is the perfect day-to-night outfit because it really is the most versatile and interchangeable of all the wardrobe pieces."
Yasmine wears a vintage kaftan from a small boutique in India. Bag by Hux.
Above Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
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Punching up the day look
"For daytime, I throw it on with a bold lipstick and a statement bag – super boho!"
Kamili bag by Hux
Above Photo: Courtesy of Just Cavalli
Photo: Courtesy of Just Cavalli
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Get the day look
Just Cavalli Long Zebra Fern kaftan
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Above Photo: Courtesy of Emilio Pucci
Photo: Courtesy of Emilio Pucci
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Get the day look
Emilio Pucci kaftan with mix pattern trimmings
Above Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
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Kaftan by night
"All you need to add for the evening is a hair tie and a necklace. For necklaces, I love to go for something very ‘out there’, which speaks for itself. Bold, bold and more bold."
Yasmine wears a handprinted Balinese kaftan, HUX bag and necklace from India
Above Photo: Courtesy of Tory Burch
Photo: Courtesy of Tory Burch
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Get the night look:
Tory Burch Alcott beach kaftan
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Above Photo: Courtesy of Missoni
Photo: Courtesy of Missoni
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Get the night look
Missoni V-neck kaftan
Above Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
Photo by Shaffiq Farhan / Malaysia Tatler
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What’s a style motto to live by?
"Nothing is ever too much. Throw it all on!"
Hux tribal pattern handbag
Above Photo: Courtesy of Paul Smith
Photo: Courtesy of Paul Smith
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Share 1 style hack every girl should know.
"Buy all your tops a size or two bigger, especially anything buttoned. That way you can tie them up into a crop top or leave them open as a cardi. Multiway shopping is key!"
Paul Smith white brushstroke stripe shirt
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Jessica Liew currently shuttles between London and Brighton, having traded her former role as deputy digital editor for life as a student in her dream city. The thought of meeting new and intriguing people gets her up in the morning, but not before a round of Vinyasa yoga to fully awaken. She remains an ardent food porn consumer, and is often found procrastibaking till ungodly hours. Follow her on Instagram @kookycrumb.
