Exceptionally InKARLcerating

Exceptionally InKARLcerating
By: Sky Gavin

Imagine a nurse wanting to give you meds while wearing androgynous clothes; mostly in dark colors. Its most likely that you are in a fashion rehab being nursed by a brave and famous fashionista.

Karl is a 22 year old Nurse-slash-Fashionista here in the Philippines. He may be spotted going through thrift shops or on the hottest events. Despite busy shifts, Karl makes it a point to escape from his white scrubs to his androgynous ensembles.

Growing up in a fast-phased environment we will definitely know where Karl gets his inspiration but he considers European guys like Charles Guislain as his number one inspiratio because he says that he is not afraid of crossing the borders of gender and sexuality when presenting themselves through clothes . “I’m blessed with with kind and loving relatives abroad who showered me with designer pieces like Number (N)ine, Alexander Wang, Hemut Lang,” Karl continues.

People thinks he is crazy when it comes to fashion but in his blog he put up a quote that says, “u laugh at me coz im different.. i laugh at u coz u all look the same”. Karl’s style is definitely unique and stands out, fashion is his way of expressing himself and he considers his body as an empty canvas that is ready to be splashed and decorated by marvelous clothes. Drapes are usually peoples perception of this fashionistas trademark, “My trademark as people would tell me are the playful drapes I incorporate in my outfit. Also the Chains, buckles , Black, White and GRAY and boots. I always wear boots. It greatly perks up any outfit,” Karl explains.

This Style Icons fascination with life and style has brought him to explore other branches of fashion such as styling. His attentiveness to the latest fashion here and abroad is definitely a way to express and challenge himself to explore new opportunities. He had always believed that, “Style cannot be bought. It is the way of expressing and executing oneself not just in fashion but in revealing the uniqueness of his/her behavior , lifestyle and character.” He currently love Rad Hourani, Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh and Tatsuro Horikawa just to name a few designers he keeps an eye on.

The Philippines is not very lucky to have all designer stores so Karl's shopping habits are a bit like every Filipino fashionista; he loves visiting ebay and multiply for fab finds, thrift shops and when all else fails he goes to the generic; Zara, Landmark and some local stores. “I usually splurge on shoes because shoes are a higher form of artwork if you know what i mean. Clothes and accessories can be made or D.I..Y.-ed easily but shoes are SHOES,” he continues elaborating on his buying practice.

The hospital and the fashion world is two different universe and its amazing how Karl lives in both worlds. He is definitely worth your attention and amazement because despite all the glory he achieve, he still manages to keep his feet on the ground and does not forget to be real. With all this being said, Karl is definitely on the right track to career success whether in his scrubs or in his unique garb.



Check out Karl Leuterio at totallyinkarlcerating.blogspot.com.