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For viewers who are currently watching "Lethal Weapons of Love and Passion," you may find Bosco Wong Chung Chak's character to be the most endearing among the cast, often bringing a chuckle to his actions. You also can't help but notice the extreme makeover in Bosco's character, Hon Pak. As he gains recognition and status in the Emperor's court and the "kong wu," he becomes much more better-dressed. His extreme makeover literally goes from wearing rags to the finest silk and embroidery.

When "Lethal Weapons of Love and Passion" started filming in 2004, many of Bosco's fans shouted in protest when his photos were revealed online. His hair was too messy; his costume too plain etc. But the stylists in TVB's drama department redeemed themselves, as Bosco gets a healthy does of hairspray to keep his unruly hair in place and he gets better hair accessories etc.

As the plot for LWOLAP gets more complex and intense, Hon Pak learns world-class kung fu and gets an exciting makeover too!! Please see below for a humorous analysis of some of the fashions he sported in LWOLAP.





Hard Labor

Hon Pak's had a tough day collecting fire wood. He whistles, "There will be a time when the sun will set." Yes Hon Pak's early life may consist of hard physical labor, but he still has an upbeat and cheerful attitude. Notice that Hon Pak's hair is usually messy and needs a good combing in the first few episodes. The man is too busy to comb his hair, but doesn't forget to accessorize it with a simple strand of beads. Although Hon Pak's clothes look to be made of very coarse cotton, he's color coordinated!





Rolled-Up Sleeves and Pants

Ah, rolled-up sleeves, another sign of heavy manual labor. But why does he roll up his pants too? Hon Pak is not a farmer! His shoes are plain, but Hon Pak shows his edgy taste despite ancient drama restrictions: they look just like ballet slippers! Hon Pak prefers his slippers tied at the ankles too.



The key to maximizing a minimal wardrobe is accessories. Hon Pak's choice is again in hair accessories, as he chooses to wear a straw-woven hat that does nothing to camoflauge his face really!


Hon Pak, "Ah Yuet, don't be angry; I promise I'll dress better as soon as I can afford it!"



Copy Other Fashionably Dressed Men

While Fung Hung Lit takes a short meditation by the lake, Hon Pak takes a step back and admires this fine gentlemen. Fung doesn't show unnecessary skin at the ankles; Fung wears long boots, etc. While Hon Pak carries a cloth purse made to match his outfit, where does Fung keep his expensive items? Hon Pak, "Dare I copy Fung's hairstyle too? I'm not sure about those braids of his...."





After getting to know Lo Ye Yuet and her father, Hon Pak emerges in finer robes. Lest General Lo is critical of his past choices in fashion, Hon Pak looks to the elder man as his inspiration. Notice their robes are remarkably similar now; Lo’s is in tan and Hon’s in light blue. Hon Pak, “Sir, I hope my new look is more pleasing; my headgear is just like yours too!”





Good friends share the same styling tips and color preferences. Notice however that Hon Pak prefers to wear shiny, luminous silk.



Hon Pak’s position continues to be in the Emperor’s favor. Hon Pak has abandoned his baby blue color preference in the past and now wears deep, sober colors. Hon Pak’s clothes must be that of a mature man in the Emperor’s presence. Wider shoulders and richly patterned silk are also very similiar to what the Emperor would wear himself too! Is the Emperor now Hon Pak's fashion role model?



As Hon Pak’s status increases and he becomes head of a large army, the first thing he does is change his headgear. “The more power I have, I’ll buy my hair accessories taller. I’ll make sure my troops can recognize me on the battlefield!”

lol~~ great article! :keke: I haven't seen LWOLAP yet, but I think after reading this, when I finally watch it.. I'll prob be focusing more on Bosco's clothes than the series itself... haha~

lol. i love the last quote "the more power i have, the taller i'll buy my hair assessories. i'll make sure my troops can see me on the battlefield."

who made these fashion gags up anyway?

hahaha, very funny quotes of bosco. Very in depth view of him and all his customs as he progresses in the drama. I look closely later on of his charater and customs changes in other drama that he will star in. :thumbsup:

haha that is so darn funny! i think ive read it in um jayne stars or something like that

ROFL ROFL ROFL. I think that last quote is really funny too!

It's really interesting to see that while Hon Pak's earlier costumes were to deliberately make him look scruffy, it was coordinated with care and much fashion sense. Didn't even notice that he was wearing 'ballet' shoes that were tied at the ankles. I like those! haha..think I shall look out for such shoes the next time I go shopping. :hmm:

hmm..i know this is somewhat off topic-i think LWOLAP so far is the only ancient series how bosco was not 'half bald'..hhaha..i know it sounds kinda straight foreword but its true. I may have forgotten about a few series though..xP