Loewe Flores

November 19, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

The place I would love to visit right now is the newly opened flower shop at Madrid’s Casa Loewe. The entire space is tremendous – filled with “myriad of natural Spanish materials, from the spectacular central staircase made of Campaspero stone to the Valencian clay floors below, all imbue the interior with provenance” as the brand says. But the spot with freshly cut flowers steals my heart especially. For this occasion, Jonathan Anderson, the creative director of the house, invited Ariel Dearie (a New York-based florist) and Steven Meisel to create a series of still-life flower portraits. The entire collection of these enchanting photos is now on display at the Jardin Botanico de Madrid.

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#InstaLOVE – November

November 17, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

@frolburimskiy

I am an Instagram maniac and I openly confess that I spend too much time on filtering my feed. But it’s irresistible, when you have so many great accounts to follow! If you are ready for a dose of beautifully curated walls, inspiring photos and delightful shots – see my November recommendations!

@hannitarae / What I love about Hannah Rae’s Instagram feed? Her truly #NoFilter photographs from Peruvian mountain expeditions and Andean ceremonies. Those photos are filled with love, and it’s visible that she’s in love with Peru. The one above is my favourite.

@camillamengengstrom / Camilla’s illustrations and prints make my day. They will make your day, too.

@ontherocks_mag / An independent biannual magazine on the subject of jewellery. The editorial from issue 4, featuring Aida and Charlotte Wales’ photographs, is captivating. Glamour! Opulence! Feeling it.

@frolburimskiy / Burimskiy is Ulyana Sergeenko’s (the tsaritsa of Moscow’s fashion) business partner, but also her stylish right hand. Right now, both of them are in Los Angeles, taking photographs next to palms and Matthew McConaughey (casually). But on the daily basis, Frol shares inspirational images of Mother Russia in its full grace, past and present.

@inezandvinoodh / I love Inez & Vinoodh photographs; I love Lady Gaga’s Joanne, just like her style transformation. Obviously, the editorial from the latest Harper’s Bazaar is too good to be true, immersed dreamy spring-summer 2017 Marc Jacobs. Ahh.

Autumn Escape

October 31, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

Autumn is my favourite season.

Lena, all in No21.

Real honey.

Bee yard.

Still life in nature.

Mushroom planet.

Kamila, wearing a No21 knit.

Red.

Another mushroom planet.

Layers.

Lena, all in No21.

Gold.

No21 clothes from Concept 21 Store. Photographs by Edward Kanarecki.

#InstaLOVE – October 2016

October 21, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

@lemaire_official

@concept21store / A concept store located in the heart of Poznań, Poland, which sells such high-end brands like No21, Stella Jean or Ca & Lou. Great space and lovely atmosphere. From time to time I take photographs for them – like the one above!

@blueaida / One of the most beautiful models of today. Simultaneously, she’s truly anti-Instagram, if you contrast her with social media “raised” models. Aida Becheanu follows only one person (her boyfriend), and doesn’t tag her photos. She doesn’t really care about her internet appearance. Instead, you will fall in love with her very intimate, moody images. Simply saying, a gem.

@thurstanredding / Instagram, during fashion week, is a very tough place – every person feels like posting 10 photos in a row of the same Prada knit. But Thurstan Redding is different – his backstage photographs are like artworks. Take the one above, featuring Miu Miu’s wedges in a plastic bag.

@lemaire_official / Oh, how I love Lemaire.

@luncheonmagazine / A magazine, which is an evidence that both fashion and art form a beautiful, artistic symbiosis. Seeing Guinevere Van Seenus sipping beer (photographed by Roe Ethridge and styled by Marie Chaix) is priceless. Follow Luncheon, if you’re this type of person who loves food, and fashion at the same time…

AND, if you want to follow one more account on Instagram… why don’t you follow, ta-da, @designandculturebyed?

Yumcha Heroes Manufaktur

October 20, 2016 | Design & Culture by Ed

Why here? The best Chinese dumplings in town. All hand-made, without any preservatives or colorants added. Meal at Yumch is quick and nutritious – a perfect lunch before (or after) an exhausting stroll in the Mitte district.

What to eat? ‘Black beef’ (steamed dumplings with beef, ginger and Szechuan pepper), ‘Pink lamb’ (baked dumplings with lamb, cinnamon and oyster sauce) and stripes of beef with fresh coriander. And of course, a glass of home-made lemonade is a must!

The atmosphere is… crowdy, steamy and filled with beautiful Berliners. Reserve!

Weinbergsweg 8 / Berlin