The pantless trend came in 2023, and the “no-clothes season” emerged in 2024, but there has always been someone ahead of the curve. Unabashedly pantless before it was in fashion, say hello to the Sonny Angel. Wearer of many hats, with a smile like Mona Lisa’s, the mini figurines are a cornerstone of contemporary girlhood and a fashion icon in their own right, accessorising outfits and inspiring countless crochet creations. Now, they are the muse for our latest lookbook, a collection of Sonny-Angel-inspired outfits, so you too can dress like an angel that brings joy to people’s lives.
Tomato Girl
The Tomato Sonny Angel is ripe for a Tomato Girl Summer. A pointelle knit set by Calle De Mar sets the (tomato) tone while the multicoloured Valentino headscarf, and raffia Mary Janes channel summer vibrance with their pop of colour. Completed with Miu Miu gold-tone sunglasses, the outfit is as good as gold.
- Calle Del Mar Pointelle-knit Shirt ; HK$4,848
- Calle Del Mar Pointelle-knit Wide-leg Pants ; HK$5,391
- Loeffler Randall Leonie Grosgrain-trimmed Raffia Mary Jane Ballet Flats ; HK$2,115
- Bottega Veneta Sardine Raffia-Effect Tote Bag ; HK$37,800
- Valentino Chevron 24 Silk And Cotton Head Wrap ; HK$4,095
- Miu Miu Square-frame Acetate And Gold-tone Sunglasses ; HK$3,150
- Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in Bichette ; HK$400
- 42 Suns 14-karat gold emerald anklet ; HK$12,275.76
Mob Wife
Match a loud print with an even louder trend. The Zebra Sonny Angel turns heads with its black and white stripes, just like how the mob wife demands attention with her jewellery. This mob wife wears Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas on the wrist, and Rainbow K on the ears. She makes a statement with her fuzzy shearling coat, the opening piece of the Gabriela Hearst Autumn/Winter 2024 runway, and paints her eyes with Dior before taking the city by storm.
- Gabriela Hearst Prufrock Shearling Coat ; HK$124,093
- Fendi Black Cotton Silk Dress ; HK$23,800
- Balenciaga Avenue Leather Over-the-knee Boots ; H$15,100
- The Row Simon Leather Gloves ; HK$14,600
- Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Watch ; HK$378,000
- Yves Salomon Twist-front Shearling Headband ; HK$920
- Rainbow K Magnetique 14-karat Gold Diamond And Sapphire Single Earring ; HK$54,410
- Dior Diorshow 5 Couleurs in 073 Pied-De-Poule ; HK$610
- Chanel Le Vernis in 155 Rouge Dior ; HK$250
BOHO 3.0
Equal parts ethereal and eccentric, welcome Starfish Sonny Angel. This ensemble stars a yellow Christopher Esber ruffled silk shirt, La DoubleJ metallic jacquard flared pants and the Loewe flamenco purse in emerald green to tie everything together.
- Christopher Esber Floating Ruffled Silk-Georgette Shirt ; HK$4,833
- La Double J Hendrix Metallic Jacquard Flared Pants ; HK$5,600
- Christopher Esber Minette Crystal-embellished Mesh Ballet Flats ; HK$6,593
- Loewe Flamenco Leather Purse ; HK$22,950
- Laura Lombardi + NET SUSTAIN Fillia Recycled platinum-and gold-plated Hoop Earrings ; HK$990
- Jenna Blake 18-karat gold, Nubuck and Diamond Bracelet ; HK$127,660
- Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint in #31 ; HK$455
Blokette
With its yellow and black stripes, the Tiger Sonny Angel is destined to be a blokette. Match the Onitsuka Mexico 66 SD with an Open YY bubble skirt, Adidas x Wales Bonner zipped jacket and plenty of accessories, including an Open YY Dachshund keychain just to show who’s really the king of the jungle.
- Adidas x Wales Bonner Embroidered Trefoil Zipped Jacket ; HK$1,996
- Ottolinger Logo-embroidered T-shirt ; HK$2,421
- Open YY Beige Gathered Mini Skirt ; HK$952
- Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 SD ; HK$1,290
- Open YY Black Stud Pillow Mini Bag ; HK$3,130
- Balenciaga Panther Mask sunglasses ; HK$4,524,91
- MM6 Maison Margiela Silver Bolt Necklace ; HK$2,560
- Sylvia & Cie 18-karat Gold And Sterling Silver Diamond Necklace ; HK$157,235
- Lelet NY Inez Leather Bow ; HK$1,089
- Ashley Williams White ‘I Heart Me’ Socks ; HK$450
- Open YY Dog USB Card Keychain, Camel ; HK$427
Ballet Core
The one and only Rabbit Sonny Angel — everybody knows them but can anybody be them? Those with a blush pink outfit might have a good shot. Nensi Dojaka’s new collection with Calvin Klein serves as the cosiest base. Layer with Acne’s whipstitched sweater and accessorise with Lelet NY’s airy bow for a sweet touch.
- Acne Studios Cropped whipstitched knitted sweater ; HK$4,500
- Nensi Dojaka For Calvin Klein Nensi Dojaka x Calvin Klein Logo-waistband Stretch Modal And Cashmere Thong ; HK$410
- Nensi Dojaka For Calvin Klein Nensi Dojaka x Calvin Klein balconette underwired stretch modal and cashmere bra ; HK$640
- Nensi Dojaka For Calvin Klein Nensi Dojaka x Calvin Klein elasticated-waist slim-leg sheer-knit trousers ; HK$1,280
- Maison Margiela Tabi leather ballerina shoes ; HK$5,623
- Nensi Dojaka Floral Appliqué Silk Belt ; HK$1,750
- Lelet NY Amy Bow ; HK615
- Anita Ko Trillion 18-karat White Gold Diamond Earring ; HK$16,830
- Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in Pink Sugar ; HK$187.30
- Dior Rosy Glow in 001 Pink ; HK$380
Corpcore
Both donning neutral tones, the black and white Dalmatian Sonny Angel naturally pairs with the corpcore aesthetic. Look no further than Miu Miu for a pleated miniskirt, and Prada for sleek, pointed pumps. While a French hair pin is the accessory du jour, nothing is quite as timeless as a good nude lip. A good lippy is every office siren’s secret weapon, and yours is the tried and true Rouge Dior Forever.
- Norma Kamali Lazy Diana One-shoulder Jersey Top ; HK$1,240
- Miu Miu Pleated Pinstripe Skirt ; HK$14,400
- Nour Hammour Henri Belted Leather Trench Coat ; HK$15,124
- Prada Triangle Patch Slingback Pumps ; HK$10,200
- Alaïa Teckel Small Leather Shoulder Bag ; HK$19,110
- Cartier Rimless Rectangular Frame Glasses ; HK$6,750.68
- Miu Miu Nylon Tights ; HK$2,700
- Miu Miu Cotton Socks ; HK$1,900
- Machete Petite Oval French Hair Pin ; HK$552
- Dior Rouge Dior Forever Transfer-Proof Ultra Pigmented Matte Lipstick in 100 Forever Nude Look; HK$370
Editor
Karrie Lam