New stores
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Men & Women
Entering International Wardrobe, located on Almstadtstrasse in Mitte, you are first greeted by the warm smile of owner Katharina Wallner and the bright colors of traditional handmade folk blouses, skirts and jackets strongly contrasting against the all-white interior. Fusing the owner's interest in fashion, ethnology and art history, International Wardrobe functions somewhere between a textile gallery and a retail store. Wallner appropriates folk costumes with slight customizations and loves to tell the stories behind the one-of-a-kind pieces she offers. Buying directly from artisans during her travels around the globe, she focuses on items from Romania and China. Her favorite jacket, for example, from the Hani people in Hunan, features seven layers of indigo and reflects the landscape of rice terraces found in the Chinese province. Along with contemporary clothing, a nice selection of vintage kimonos is on offer as well as eye-catching trinkets and accessories. read more
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Men & Women
Sustainable, vegan clothing and high-end fashion are not always an easy match, but Umasan is out to change that. Launched in 2010 by twin sisters Anja and Sandra Umann, Umasan's sleek silhouettes attract men and women who favor a holistic approach and green ethics when it comes to design. Located at Linienstrasse 40 in Mitte, the flagship store features Japanese-inspired garments in an eye-soothing monochrome palette influenced by Yohji Yamamoto - the renowned designer whom Anja assisted in Paris. Notable features of the label are smart cuts and attention to detail, like pants with higher inseams in the back designed to ride a bike comfortably, or a t-shirt so luxuriously soft you'll want to sleep in it. Conscious customers who would like the option of having style and substance will happily find wardrobe staples here. read more
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Women's Clothing
Located on Zehdenickerstrasse in Mitte, Don't Shoot the Messenger's modest shop exudes a sense of refined minimalism. Shiny black floors, a chandelier, and a few touches of gold and antique furniture warm up the space, but the clean white walls let the clothes take the spotlight. The color black reigns supreme in designer Jen Gilpin's high-end, sexy mix of bodywear and accessories for men and women. Playing with contrast, the interplay between fluid silk and body-hugging leather suggests both softness and strength, with a sense of sophisticated craftsmanship present throughout the collection. Displayed throughout the space, edgy images from the label's campaign (photographed by Gilpin's boyfriend, Maxime Ballesteros) give off a slightly dangerous vibe. But the clothes, made of all-natural materials, feel great on the skin, and can easily be played up or down with great versatility. The customer service is friendly and attentive, and custom orders and alterations are offered in addition to custom bridal orders. read more
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Shop Windows as Art
Lutz Matschke Exhibition at Unterwegs bookstore until July 4thWindow displays form an inextricable part of our experience of the city. Surreal arrangements of humanoid forms demand our opinion on what is desirable. Constantly changing with the seasons, sometimes joking with us or playing with our perceptions, these windows are the subject of a new exhibition by Lutz Matschke at Unterwegs on Mitte's Torstrasse, Berlin. … read more
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Open Air Shopping Season Kicks Off In Berlin
After the darkest winter in recorded history, pink blossoms have suddenly transformed the canal footpaths and there's even the odd pasty bare ankle or forearm on display. With the sun finally emerging there is a tangible upswing in mood and enthusiasm for everything outdoors. Parks are full of kids playing and tourists picnicking, and partygoers are beginning to shun clubs and seek… read more
