Laura

June 14, 2015July 18, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

When you walk into Laura, you have a feeling that you are inside of a spaceship. The sci-fi wall panels (which look like white orchidees) and a Star Trek lamp catches your attention from the very first moment. And then, you realize that the clothes are as extravagant as the interior…. Laura is the only place in Warsaw where you can find the latest Comme des Garcons and Rick Owens. Insane runway dresses, super cool leather jackets, plastic cowboy shoes and many, many more are here. This place should definitely be on the list of Rei Kawakubo fans who enjoy avant-garde!

Mokotowska 21 / Warsaw

Flash

June 13, 2015July 18, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

Flash is my favourite place in the entire Warsaw. With its super high ceiling, austere interior and contemporary art-works hanging on the walls, this place is a highlight. But the brands which are sold here, however, steal the spotlight – Lemaire. Acne Studios. Yohji Yamamoto. Only niche and high quality labels can be found here, with a very characteristic edge. Also, a great selection of sunglasses and jewellery is here. And the super chic shop-owner, who usually sits in the designer armchair, creates a stylish accent to the whole place. Flash!

ul. Mokotowska 26 / Warsaw

Mo61 Perfume Lab

June 12, 2015July 18, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

My trip to Warsaw began with a very aromatic accent. The first place we walked in was Mo61, so the first ever perfume lab in Poland. Here, you can create your own scent, totally customised by yourself! Stored in old glass bottles, different extracts, aromas and concentrates are on the spot, varying from vanilla and patchouli to oud and moss scents. The interior of this extraordinary place is kept in industrial, loft style, making it feel very spacious and cool. Definitely, if you are seeking an experience linked with perfume craft, Mo61 is the place for you.

ul. Mokotowska 61 / Warsaw

Concept 21 Store

April 11, 2015June 22, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

Concept 21 Store is more than an ordinary fashion boutique. Here, fashion fuses with cosmetics, perfumes, design and art. Located in the heart of Poznan, Concent 21 is the first place in Poland where the Milan-based label, No21, found it’s place; the sensual, poetical frgrances of niche-perfume brand, Meo Fusciuni have already enchanted the city’s most demanding nose. Ecological beauty products by ILA are ready to revitalise the skin of women which want to feel always beautiful and on the go! At Concept 21, arworks of local Polish artists and craftsmen are present, too. The interior is modern, but with many vintage, cozy details. As for the opening, Concept 21 feels very into the spring-time with a pop-up space by Kwiaty i Miut. I would love to hear what you think about our “baby”!

ul. WIelka 21 / Poznan

The flowers by Kwiaty i Miut

All clothes by No21

Fenek, local, hand-made bowls

Face mask for revitalising skin by ILA

Rose and Jasmine-scented candles by ILA

Meo Fusciuni’s day & night cycle, Notturno and Luce

More on Concept 21’s Facebook page & Instagram…

Ciekocinko Palace

April 4, 2015June 22, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

Let the Easter retreat begin! And what’s better than a country escape? This time, I chose Ciekocinko Palace, which is located in the Northern part of Poland. It took ten years for the owner to make it alive and beautiful again – wallpapers come straightly from San Francisco, the chimney are original remains of the 20’s while all of the furniture come from prestigious British auction houses. The hotel contains two amazing restaurants, which use local products and ingredients. I tell you, it’s so good – my favourite breakfast dish is the Kashubiam speciality: apple pancakes with natural sour cream. For dinner, I am a slay to the delicious tatar. If you ever come to Poland, visit this place – you will truly feel like a king (or queen) of a palace.

Ciekocinko