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AMSTERDAM #2 - Stoner

For the second part of Alien-Local photo shoot I chose a green color themed outfit, covered with heavy leather coat. I heard dutch people don’t like impressing with their couture, so it had to be toned down to something more wearable, but still grungy, comfortable and suitable for a Weed theme. This way I could freely perform as a constantly-falling-man figure, without stress of getting dirty or soaking wet. It occurs, there was no reason to worry - streets of Amsterdam are as clean as my kitchen. And, unless there’s some dancing on the table on Friday night, my kitchen is squeaky clean.

Clean streets with beautiful greens, growing out of every house entrance, was just one among many things, that changed my mind about the city. The second one was Local people. People who think. Think about what matters - less pollution and more art; what is best for them and the new generation - sex-ed on TV and exercising together in the parks; what is OK and what is not - discrimination, bus driver, saying “Hi” through a speaker, straight men holding hands to support gay rights...

Nowhere have I somewhere seen such a creative approach towards architecture as well - the small area next to Cafe de Ceuvel, made out of unused barge ships, transformed into studios, is worth visit alone. And the tiles all over the city... Beautiful ornaments, decorated entrances, floors and ceilings. I am a weird maniac of small things, so we just couldn’t leave the photo shoot without taking one snap next to a deep-blue tile puzzle.

"It appears, decorative tiles are hard to find in a city center nowadays!”, - photographer Melanie giggled, as we keep walking for over a half an hour, looking for the perfect ones.

Not sure was it a fact, that me, as a non-smoker, smoked a whole cigarette of strong tobacco, or was it really a friendliness in the air, that left me with a longing feeling after we separated. I miss you, Amsterdam, despite your terrible language and high prices. Please forgive me for everything incorrect I was thinking about you.

Sincerely Yours, Alien.

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Even though the sales season is coming to the end and shops are getting new drop of  F/W 18 19 Collections, here is my subjective list where to go for a shopping spree in Warsaw: 

1. LUI STORE

courtesy: Lui Store

Actually, Lui Store is the most Instagram-able concept store in Warsaw - located in the most trendy area in Warsaw - Mokotwska Street. The store is surrounded by pink walls with many marble  accents. If you are a fan of Attico, Ports1961, or  Jonathan Simkhai you should definitely pay a visit. Besides that, you can find there many projects of young designers  from across the globe. 

courtesy: Lui Store

The store was established in 2017 by Central Saint Martins Graduate - Luiza  Kubis an yet is one of the most adored shops in Warsaw. The owner picks the items with  tremendous precision.

Mokotowska 26 Street 

https://lui-store.com/

2. KYOSK  

courtesy: Kyosk

Kyosk was established in September 2014 by Edyta Rojek - fashion stylist and Istituto Marangoni  and University of The Arts London Graduate. After living abroad she returned to Poland with intention to start unique concept store in Warsaw. 

Kyosk promotes the idea of slow shopping with carefully selected clothing and accessories of brands mostly from Scandinavia  - such as Custommade,  Filippa K, or Rodebjer.

courtesy: Kyosk

After shopping you can drink delicious coffee and browse magazines.

Koszykowa 1 Street 

http://kyosk.pl/

3. MYSIA 3 

courtesy: MYSIA 3

MYSIA 3 is a a five-storey townhouse boutique department store in the center of Warsaw - in between De Gaulla Rotary and Three Crosses Square. It houses many contemporary Polish brands including the lace lingerie label Rilke, unisex fashion brand Nenukko and the Svoi Fashion Store, stocked with clothing from up and coming Polish designers. On the second floor is located Leica Gallery with great selection of photography exhibitions all year long.

courtesy: MYSIA 3

MYSIA 3 has special industrial space dedicated for the events, conferences and workshops. 

Mysia 3 Street

https://mysia3.pl/en/

4. CLOUDMINE/PARYSKA 17 

courtesy: Cloudmine/Paryska 17

After many years of being present online - Cloudmine.pl made their dream come true and opened a boutique on magical Saska Kępa (on the other side of the Vistula River) They offer a selection of the best Polish designers and Polish brands. On Paryska 17 you will find beautiful clothes that will last, jewellery, bags, illustrations, books, lingerie  from such a brands as  Anna Ławska, Kaaskas, Cyvonyuk or  Kopi. All the items are carefully selected in the classic and minimalism style.

courtesy: Cloudmine/Paryska 17

Moreover, Cloudmine/Paryska 17 organizes art exhibitions and various events. 

Paryska 17 Street 

http://en.cloudmine.pl/paryska-17/

5.  GALILU OLFACTORY  

courtesy: GaliLu 

Even though all shops above are fashion stores this one is exception. GaliLu is a really cool perfumery concept store and was one of the first of this type in Poland. They have range of unique perfumes and cosmetics from Frederic Malle, Le Labo, Byredo, or  Dr. Barbara Sturm. 

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courtesy: GaliLu

If you are a lover of Art Deco, definitely this unique store is a must see, besides the dazzling selection of fragrance is just waiting for you to “try” them. 

Mokotowska 26 Street 

Zuzanna Przedpelska for Cloudmine