Reykjavík Grapevine - 29.06.2007, Blaðsíða 18

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Pay Attention!
Attracting a mixed clientele with an eye for
unique design and quality fabrics, fashion shop
Liborius has relocated at Laugavegur 7. Opening
its doors three weeks ago, this one-of-a-kind
high-end shop boasts a nice selection of cutting-
edge designer clothing for both sexes.
Liborius stocks labels such as the Japanese
designer brand Undercover, as well as Geoffrey
Small, ThreeAsFour and Belgian designer Ann
Demeulemeester, who co-owner Jóhann says is
the biggest name in store and a pioneer in the
fashion industry. Her summer 2007 collection
features romantic and feminine clothing with a
rockin’ attitude while her menswear collection
is inspired by the 1910s and 1920s. Shoppers
will also find Schiesser underwear, Damien Bash
accessories, and limited addition shoes from
Bless, as well as fashionable multifunctional
unisex garments from Milano-based designer
label Marios and the grunge-meets-cowboy
menswear line from Number N(i)ne. An added
bonus is that the shop’s owners try to buy only
one item of each sort.
In a small side room inside the shop, one
will find a tiny gallery, entitled Dandruff Space
Shrine, created by curators Oddný and Uggi
and which is devoted to literature. The first
exhibition features an installation by Arnaldur
Finnsson where he has covered the walls with
pages from his old novel.
It’s also worth mentioning that tourists get
a 14% tax-free discount.
Liborius
Laugavegur 7, 101 Reykjavík
At Gyllti kötturinn (The Golden Cat), you’ll find lots of
stylish vintage belts in various colours, which go well
with a pair of jeans or a nice dress and add the final
touch to your look.
Gyllti kötturinn, Austurstræti 8
2,800 ISK Specializing in vintage clothing and accessories, downtown
fashion boutique Gyllti kötturinn (The Golden Cat) stocks
everything from shoes and jewellery to shiny leggings and
glamorous party dresses, all in good condition. A nice selec-
tion of cool wallets and handbags are now in stock.
Gyllti kötturinn, Austurstræti 8
2,400 ISK
A coffee thermos is an essential item to bring for
the camping trip or Sunday picnic. At Þorsteinn Ber-
gann, you’ll find them in numerous colours and all
of the plastic cups, glasses and plates you need.
Þorsteinn Bergmann, Skólavörðustígur 36
980 ISK
Undercover’s menswear line, designed by Jun Taka-
hashi, has gained a cult following around the world
for unique and sophisticated collections. Liborius
stocks his newest creations, including this stylish shirt
and jacket. Matching pants are also available.
Liborius, Laugavegur 7
89,000 / 32,000 ISK
Japanese designer label Undercover combines
rock and classics in an elegant way with this
trendy dress, sold at fashion shop Liborius. De-
signed by Jun Takahashi, the dress is from his
summer 2007 collection and only one item is
for sale at the shop.
Liborius, Laugavegur 7
79,000 ISK
Established in the 1940s, the small yet stuffed store,
Þorsteinn Bergmann, offers various selections of
household supplies and decorative items for a laugh-
ably low price, including this green scale which can be
a useful tool in the kitchen.
Þorsteinn Bergmann, Skólavörðustígur 36
1,580 ISK
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