Monthly archives:November 2015

David Koma – Nude & Black

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David Koma is a young designer who has made it his trademark to transcend borders. His fashion pieces are both expressive and strong and contains the wow element. His talent allows him to explore the whole range of womenswear and is the reason why he has such a distinctive signature. Some...

Anastasia Romantsova: A LA RUSSE

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Behind the fashion label A LA RUSSE stands the inspiring designer Anastasia Romantsova. In her fall collection 2015, she discovers undiscovered realms and was inspired by a nameless star. Romantsova’s fashion is made for women who love to experiment and enjoy life to the fullest. The collection plays with contrasts and...

Elegant minimalism – Alexandr Kondakov

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Some designers seem to never stop looking for perfection, they never stop progressing and they never stop changing. Again and again, they surprise us with new innovations and thrilling twists, leaving us excited for their next collections. Then again there are designers like  Alexandr Kondakov who enchants us with clear...

Sexy sunglasses in black by Carrera

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Gwen Stefani and Kylie Minogue call themselves fans of the sunglasses by Carrera. Well, no wonder. We think the shades are super trendy as well. This black model with big angular lenses can be worn with any summer look. But they are also extremely useful if you still want to...

ipod Touch with Retina display

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The new iPod Touch features a brilliant 4inch Retina display, a slim aluminum case which makes it the thinnest iPod Touch of all times. It has a width of 6mm and a weight of only 88 gram. The best part is the battery: With your new iPod you can listen...

Menswear: Muhammad Ali Pullover by Philipp Pl...

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Many designers use celebrities and luminaries to reinvent their brand. Muhammad Ali was featured in several of Philipp Plein's designs already. Excellent choice because the result looks incredible. The grey sweater with a Muhammad Ali print in red and black appears discreet and yet very stylish. Wear dark blue jeans and white sneakers...

The Nutcracker on Ice

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The Nutcracker originally written by ETA Hoffmann is probably the most famous and popular Christmas story of all time. It's particularly the original ballet adaptation that won the hearts of dance fanatics and Christmas enthusiasts all over the world. The world-famous fairytale now comes to Berlin from December 1st - 12th, 2015, ready...

Russia’s First Street Art Museum

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Russia’s young generation isn’t only interested in sports and adventure, but also in art and culture. The fascinating country in Asia attracts young travelers just like culture-loving adults. The versatility of the country determines its charm, which has now gained a new attraction. In St. Petersburg, well known for the...

Geometric effects with Dasha Gauser

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Womenswear with a little twist – that is probably what Dasha Gauser had in mind when she created this years’ winter collection. Prepare to be amazed by combinations of pastels and black as well as exciting cuts and designs. Gausers’ fashion creations are extraordinary, which is probably why I love...

Volume meets Contrasts - Lilia Kisselenko

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Don’t know any designer from Russia? Then it’s about time to get to know one or two . In fact, there are extraordinary fashion design talents in this country which is situated on the Asian continent. One of such talents is Lilia Kisselenko. The Russian fashion designer is a shining,...

MacBook Pro Notebooks by Apple

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The new Macbook Pro by Apple is more than just a shiny, new gadget, it is a high quality notebook with amazing features like the Retina display with IPS screen technology. Another plus is the high-power hardware, plenty of random access memory, a quad-core processor, two Thunderbolt ports and two USB ports, so you can connect other...

Silver Bracelet by Donna Karan New York

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The silver bracelet by Donna Karan New York is truly a heavy piece for a delicate women's wrist. But I think this is what makes the curb bracelet so special. It's the contrast between heavy and delicate, rough and soft that women want. Combine this piece of jewelry with romantic...

Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac

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The soft, fruity and very piquant tasting Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac is a dream to come true for connoisseurs. The 0.7 l mahagoni-colored and intense essence is liquefied joy and the ideal gift for your loved ones. click here to get to the shop

Peeptoe-Pumps Ticie by Jumex

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Sexy, pink and strikingly beautiful. These words would make a perfect description of Jumex' peep toe pumps Ticie. The plateau heel is made of cork which creates a stunning look. The pumps go perfectly with dark dresses or tight jeans. Because of the bright pink color, the shoes will be the center of...

The secret of Slavic beauty

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[caption id="attachment_122022" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Irina Shayk[/caption] Long legs, a slim silhouette and a lovely face. Slavic women are known to be stunningly beautiful. Top models like Natalia Vodianova, Natascha Poly or Irina Shayk for instance are graced with a beauty that is second to none in the world. However, I think...

Let Putin be your next workout buddy

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In the course of our gym efforts, we come across many opinion leaders, gym inspirations that help us motivate ourselves to actually roll off the couch and drag our tired bodies to the gym. We have Jen Selter, who obviously showed us how nice squats can be for you or...

The Russian beauty standard

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Most Russian women are portrayed as very sexy way because they wear a lot of makeup, have their nails done and are always dressed in a very reveiling way. But this stereotype is of course not something that represents all women in Russia and is proven wrong in many cases. What is...

The World’s Best Clubs: Arma 17

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Moscow has an active and impressive club scene, which has a unique international reputation. Russia’s capital is home to the music scene, including everything from hip hop to techno. There, you can dance like there’s no tomorrow. That is why I want to introduce one of the most important clubs...

Alexander Terekhov’s Sparkling Coolness

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Here’s another Russian designer in a league of his own: Alexander Terekhov, a fashion designer with modern visions. His creations prove that he knows how to anticipate every woman’s wishes. He combines femininity with modern details and presents a result that impresses not just me, but most probably many others...

Comfortable Big Soul Armchair by Butlers

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The Big Soul Armchair by Butlers is incredible. This amazing piece of furniture is comfortable, cozy and will pimp your terrace, balcony or garden. It will make your home a better place. Of course, the cushions have to be protected from rain. However, with this armchair you will catch yourself...

Jewelry set in all colors of the rainbow

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This colorful and playful jewelry set contains earrings and a chain, both are products resulting from high-quality handcraft. Shining in all colors of the rainbow, this jewelry set is a stunning eye-catcher. A perfect gift for a special person. click here to get to the shop

Special Stark Small Studded Rucksack by MCM

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The Special Stark Studded Backpack by MCM in red is a fashion piece for rock 'n' roll girls. Featuring golden studs and swarovski crystals as well as golden zips, this backpack shines like a star. click here to get to the shop

Russian Tea Culture – Get high on Tea

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[caption id="attachment_121825" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Boris Kustodiev, The Merchan'ts Wife[/caption] Against the world’s general conception of Russian culture, the Russians don’t consider Vodka their national beverage but Tea. According to a study, approximately 82% of Russians drink tea on a daily base. Indeed, taking the cold, almost crippling temperatures into consideration that...