Sunday Bazaar

 Today was not a lazy sunday spent lounging around the house, but rather a relaxing sunday spent at the Culture Beat Pazar (I consider shopping to be a productive activity). This bazaar was mainly featuring bulgarian designers, but was also selling some vintage pieces. My highlight was the origami jewelry made by Emiliya Skotnik. Yes, it might have something to do with my obsession with everything japanese... but also with the fact that her pieces were so cute and original. It was very difficult to choose! I love these gatherings, where we can discover local designers, and find unique treasures. So much creativity under one roof...very inspiring!

Origami earrings and rings

Interesting headpieces

Vintage cameras

Enjoying the sun

Comfy bed in case you need a break from shopping

I want...NEED...a summer bed like this one...!!!

Summer Report

The summer flew by, and for the first time in many, many years I was able to fully enjoy it (i.e. be a bum). This summer was filled with a few trips to the beach, street festivals, and many lazy days, lounging by the pool, or in cafés. I am not ready for the Fall yet!

Mojito on the beach= summer

Hibiscus flowers= summer as well ;)

Colorful cocktails and lazy days

I love the sea and the beach

This cat has been having a lazy summer as well

Relaxing atmosphere with a great view...can't get tired of this!

Something old, Something new

Following the last post, I came across another interesting designer who is successfully mixing tradition with modernity. This time it is a japanese brand from Tokyo, Tsukikageya, specializing in yukata (summer kimono) and all its accessories. The designer uses traditional methods for making and printing the clothing, but creates contemporary and funky patterns. The obi (kimono belts) are available in leather, snakeskin, or decorated with crystals; adding a punk twist to the classic sash.

Yukatas look so light and comfortable...perfect for hot summer days! Another thing to add to my wish list...

Some yukatas and fun patterns by Tsukikageya

All images used in the montage are taken from Tsukikageya's website


Click HERE to read an interview with the designer, Natsuki Shigeta!


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Shoes...enough said!

Kimonos are so pretty and elegant but since I don't live in Japan, there aren't many occasions where I can wear them. Therefore I love it when I can find a way to- at least- incorporate kimono fabrics and their colorful prints into everyday life.
The mixture of the old and the new can produce some really interesting results...For example, these lovely, lovely handmade pumps by Hetty Rose... Stilettos covered in vintage kimono fabrics....aaah...I want...!

Hetty Rose: Kimono Collection 3

Summertime...and the living's easy

It's officially summer! Yay for everything associated with the season: sun, heat, beaches, flip flops, cocktails, terrasses, cocktails on terrasses, friends, road trips, and fun music!

Punk is not dead

Camden Town may have become one of my favorite places in London...Colorful shops with huge Doc Martins or Converses above the door, and salesmen with the most fascinating mohawks walking around with signs advertising their shops, are among the first things you will notice. If you keep walking and turn into one of the side streets, you will discover food markets with the most delicious foods from all over the world. I found bubble tea, one of my favorites! A piece of advice, don't eat before you go there...you will want to try a little bit of everything. If you're patient enough to walk through all of the markets' shops offering clothes, accessories, and art work, you can probably discover some little treasures. And weather permitting, enjoying a beer while overlooking the canal sounds like the best way to spend a sunny Saturday/Sunday afternoon!

Camden Town

Voyage, Voyage