Der Berlin Mode Salon at the KaDeWe store

On the occasion of the Berlin Fashion Week, at the end of January, at the KaDeWe store a special corner was created displaying some creative work by fashion artists Made in Berlin. I recently visited this small shop - at the 2nd floor of the store - getting to know interesting creations. A project in collaboration with Vogue, the Salon was opened until the beginning of January.

To be honest, many of the names displayed on the transparent walls of the salon were completely new for me. The works were covering a big variety of styles, from casual to high-end elegance. For instance, if looking for a smart and glamorous office style, many of the items displayed by the Berlin and Paris trained designer Antonia Goy were the stylish answer to the cubicle challenges.

William Fan is more playful and street-fashion oriented. His pieces are ageless and bring the summer and youthful enthusiasm into your closet. 

Rianna+Nina are a different breed of fashion artists. Labeling their work 'exotic' is an under statement. The colourful silks are combined to create unique outfits inviting you to a journey around the world in full senses.

The normal match for those outfits are the postcards-like bags: small, elegant, an increasing the wanderlust.

For classical women, looking for a stable and staple look, Nobi Talai offers interesting combinations in pastel clearn colours. Beauty resides in the simplicity of the cuts and the little details, like the ribbons on the side of a blouse.

Spread between the dresses, some pieces of jewelry were also presented. Malaika Raiss, for instance, displays discrete pieces that are adding that needed personal touch of elegance to the general outfit.

Although it displays only a small share of the general fashion design world of Berlin, this year edition of Der Berlin Mode Salon was a good opportunity to get to know interesting works of fashion that will pop up for sure over and over again in my fashion and style Berlin radar.

Interior Design inspiration at Paper&Tea Berlin

Situated on a quiet street in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf area, Paper&Tea is a classical destination for those in love with high tea, Asian minimalist design and elegant shopping. 

Although the space does not abund, the shop is organised with careful attention to details. The many tea items and tea boxes or other ingredients are spread between the many shelves, without leaving the impression of crowded. The furniture is paint in pastel mild colours which matches the usual classical musical background of the store. Invitation to serenity.

The tea assortments abund, but for me, the most interesting experience is the chance to touch the texture and smell the various teas. Particularly my beloved Matcha.

The quiet Japanese porcelain is an invitation to silence and finding your inner strengths.

Each sortiment of tea is presented in detail, with information about the geographical origin and the description of the fragrance. Just like in a laboratory.

Apparently, there are so many utensils used for the preparation of the perfect tea, that you need to take some classes to understand how to use them right. Their website - in German and English - offers information about the products displayed as well as tells stories about tea and brings information about various events hosted. The information help in case when the customer service had a bad day, as it happened when we visited.

Tea&Paper is a place for inspiration and wellbeing, to visit even if you may not be that passionate about tea. Yet.

6 Products to spoil your baby from BabyKorb Berlin

I become a big fan of the BabyKorb store after the baby was born, and not only because it is situated very close from me and when passing-by I just stop frequently by for some inspiration. In fact, love the quality of the products and some well designed corners, although the prices are mostly high-end. It is also a one-stop store, where you can find everything you need for your baby, from small milk bottles to beds and prams, which will save you a lot of precious time. 

The customer service is also careful with many employees roaming around and ready to help.

As yesterday I visited again this cave of treasures, I selected up 6 gorgeous categories of products that would recommend to check on the friendly payment counter.

Toys from Sterntaler - This over 6-decade old German brand offers a large range of baby toys, stuffed animals, some of them singing or to be used as puppets. As usual in the case of the German toys, they always teach you some new skill, which I find a good idea. The prices range from 12.99 to 16-17 EUR.

Sleeping bags - A must-have item in the first year of baby life, considered important in preventing SIDS, but also that gives a chance of keeping the baby covered well during the night, especially when she reached the age of moving over and over around the bed. The choice is very high end, with elegant shapes and materials, for summer - fine white mouseline from Nouk for 45.99 EUR - and autumn or winter. Prices vary highly from 16.99 half-body from Belly Button, to 59.99 EUR. Basic Jersey, or 69.99 Anni cool.

Honolulu outfits from Dutch company BabyFace - I am in love with the boyish design and the quality cotton used, exactly the kind that suits my adventurer little boy. The prices are affordable too: 12.99, 17.99 EUR.

Design clothing from KANZ - These are the kind of products for environmental concerned parents. In addition to the joyful design, the products have been tested for harmful substances too. Their collection looks very cute for the summer, with prices around 24 EUR.

Heimess wooden toys - Just another serious German company selling educative wooden toys. Nice and safe colours, attractive shapes made to develop the intelligence and the spirit of observation. In the case of many, the quality was tested and certified by specialized German institutions. Affordable prices too, between 5-7 Euro.

Music boxes by the French creative minds from DJECO - My baby loves music and we purchased a couple of musical toys. These music boxes are not considered toys, which I agree as they should be rather included in the category of small pieces of art. Cute and delicate figures rolling over and over again, available for just 19 EUR.

Gucci spring inspiration

Even not always with the right budget on my card or in my purse, I never refuse myself the pleasure of having a look at the high fashion products. And as I am lucky enough to live in a city where luxury shopping is well represented, I checked recently some interesting items from the Gucci collection. There are a lot of accessible models, shape and design like. There are elegant colours, uni or in different combinations, such as the pink and deep blue or this green and pink with Chinese models. Maybe it is a too strong statement, but anyway, once in a while it can create a good impression.

This very elegant salmon pink dress with black pink adornment is courageous too and not modest, but if you put underneath a skin coloured blouse, it can work perfectly for a special occasion as a wedding or a particular celebration.

The aggressive pink dress is even more beautified by the black accessorize. The blue dress invites to Caribbean mood and some beach and cocktails too.
The items are available at the Gucci Store Galerie Lafayette Berlin.