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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...

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,...

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...

The Art of Metamorphosis - Ulyana Sergeenko

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Haute Couture stands for high fashion, which is almost unbeatable in its sophistication. This also applies to the couture collection of Ulyana Sergeenko. Although couture usually cannot be worn on a daily basis, Ulyana Sergeenko managed to create a winter line that is absolutely wearable. It’s perfect for those with...

The Love of Luxury - Valentin Yudashkin

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The designer Valentin Yudashkin has dedicated his eponymous label to both the ready-to-wear and the haute couture. His extravagant womenswear is defined by unique jewelries and accessories, offering the woman a complete package of luxury. Valentin Yudashkin stands for modern luxury and the beautiful things in life. His creations were...

The enchanting world of ballet

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The effortlessness in something that requires absolute control - that is what captures me in ballet. For me, it’s the perfect combination of brilliant proficiency and pure aesthetics. And now that it’s Christmas, we get to see all the classics from Tchaikovsky’s “nutcracker” and “swan lake”. They are the embodiment...

Denis Simachev: The Russian „Enfant Terribl...

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[caption id="attachment_121805" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Denis Simachev himself[/caption] Since the theme this week is all about Russia, I have to introduce Denis Simachev to you. There is just no way around this designer! The passionate couturier does not only impress local fashion fans, but has already received enthusiastic responses from all over...

Chapurin: Where Glamour meets Sexiness

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Igor Chapurin is a successful Russian designer whose eponymous fashion house offers seasonal collections which will impress you at first sight. Chapurin’s fashion has nothing to do with the mainstream, but comes in futuristic styles. Sensuality, self-esteem and classiness come together in this year’s fall and winter collection. The ready-to-wear line...

Alena Akhmadullina’s Lady in Ice

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The passionate designer, Alena Akhmadullina, presents this winter from its freezing cold side, combining joyful colors with icy blue, grey, cool lavender as well as black and white. It’s all about jaunty prints and restrained monochromy, represented by various contrasts such as the loud and calm, the extrovert and subtle, and...

KUCHI Restaurant Berlin

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If you’re looking for a super delicious Japanese restaurant in Berlin that is furthermore characterized by a pleasant ambience  you should totally pay the Kuchi Restaurant located in several hip and trendy boroughs in Berlin a visit. In Mitte and Charlottenburg, the Kuchi Berlin offers the most delicious food from Japan, mainly specializing...

San Francisco - the Old Skool Cafe

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The Old Skool Cafe in San Francisco is probably one of the most individual cafes ever. The restaurant or cafe not only offers delicious food, it is also based on a social concept that makes it really worth spending your money here. The main goal of the cafe is to offer young people with a difficult background defined...

Primadonna & Primadonna Twist

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Let’s introduce an intimate brand that specializes in large bust sizes! Primadonna has just launched their new collection - the label provides great fit and a unique design at the same time. They've been mesmerising voluptuous women with their two lines that provide support for cup sizes up to I. While...

The perfect fit by Jockey

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Jockey is the right name for the ladies who want to feel good during their daily life. This brand offers everything the modern, dynamic woman could long for, and sets an emphasis on wearable comfort. They shy away from the complicated and the unnecessary ornate - instead, they focus solely on...

Lingerie Trends 2015: The Bodysuit    

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This year, the bodysuit celebrates a prodigious comeback! It's being rediscovered as a feminine highlight, making its way from the category of intimate wear to leisurewear. It's a great alternative to tops, and gives you a fantastic body shape when worn under a pullover. Needless to say, new forms and...

The story of Gerhard Rösch GmbH

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The history of this company was kickstarted back in 1949 by a certain textile engineer, Gerhard Rösch – a company whose "made in Germany" label still continues to stand for quality today. They conquered the mid-20th century ladies' fashion scene of Tübingen with their extravagant nightwear, especially with their pieces made...

Elle Macpherson Intimates

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20 years ago, lingerie label Elle Macpherson Intimates saw the light. 20 years later, the label has won the hearts of many women, and strolled into the higher ranks of the fashion world. They started in Australia, headed to the United Kingdom, and today, the whole world is their oyster. Nowadays, Elle...

Corino Coxxxano Underwear

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Never heard of Corino Coxxxano? Well, it’s time to get to know this naughty underwear label. Their collection is youthful and features a perfect fit and trendy colours, resulting in modern shorts for him! Its figure-hugging fit creates a new kind of comfort - no wonder that Corino Coxxxano Underwear...

Calida „Naturally Me“

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When it comes to housewear and underwear, comfort comes before design does. That's why Calida has made the decision to go for comfortable creations that put the wearer in the limelight. Their design is sophisticated and unique, but above all, their most important feature is their comfort. The typical Calida look is...

Lingerie Trends 2015: The Negligee

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In the past, negligees simply meant clothing to be worn at home. Today, it stands for sensual, seductive and elegant dresses, usually worn solely in the bedroom. The negligee is an integral part of lingerie fashion, and its delicately feminine shape and fabric makes it a prime contender for replacing...

Lovely Lingerie by Hunkemöller

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Lingerie can be a difficult issue for many women. It's either too uncomfortable or too scratchy, the bra is either too tight or too loose, the design is either too cheap or too old-fashioned...the struggle goes on! Sometimes, it can be a real headache to find a pair of bra and panties in...

The New Berry Shades from Passionata

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Passionata  beckons us to dive into the colourful world of lingerie, and to rediscover feminine lingerie. Here is where tomorrow’s trends are coalescing into existence! Passionata knows all about lingerie. It should breathe a seductive zephyr that enchants you as well as your lover, and Passionata is able to perfectly balance...

The new collection from Triumph

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Triumph is a huge name in the lingerie business, and their loving collections, which emphasize feminine grace, have earned them many fans. Triumph understands that it’s not just about the design, but more importantly the needs of the wearer. They're constantly improving the comfort of their designs, and that’s the...