Reykjavík Grapevine - 04.05.2007, Side 38

Pay Attention!
Concept shop Kisan on Laugavegur is a true
paradise for shoppers in desperate need of a
last minute birthday gift or in search of some
fashionable or nifty new items for the house-
hold. Founded by Þórunn Anspach and Ol-
ivier Bremond, Kisan is today an essential part
of the downtown-shopping district. Over the
years the couple has travelled all around the
world and, discovered a wide range of quality
products and high-street brands from top of
the list manufacturers, which can be found
in the shop. An almost overwhelming diver-
sity of interesting stuff greets you from the
first step inside. The aim is to have a little bit
of everything and bring together unusual as
well as luxury items that meet the owners’
demanding standards.
Inside you’ll find accessories, clothes,
shoes, stuffed animals, interior decorations
and various indulgence products such as hair
and bath goods. A nice selection of photogra-
phy books, CDs and well-made baby clothes
make for perfect gifts as well as the funny
lamps in the shape of dinosaurs or penguins.
Now also in store are new bags and wallets
from the noted Irish designer Orla Kiely and a
colourful jewellery line by Nathalie Costes.
If you haven’t discovered Kisan yet, the shop
is worth a look. Whether you like it or not,
you’re bound to discover something new and
exciting you just need to get your hands on.
Kisan
Laugavegur 7, 101 Reykjavík
Second-hand shop Glamúr sells all types of accessories
with which to adorn yourself. The selection carries not
only these cool necklaces, but also various costume and
designer jewellery including earrings, rings, hairpins,
belts and headbands.
Glamúr, Laugavegur 41, 101 Reykjavík.
Luxury products are the key to a nice relaxing bath. The se-
lection at Kisan includes the Vanilla bubble bath from Côté
Bastide as well as bath oils and scented candles from the re-
nowned French brand. Also in store are perfumes, shower
gels and massage oils with various fragrances. These qual-
ity products in beautiful packages should be a perfect gift
for just about anyone.
Kisan, Laugavegur 7, 101 Reykjavík.
1,200 - 4,600 ISK
2,900 ISK
The beautiful warm woollen sweaters from the Ice-
landic company Farmers Market are available at Kisan.
The collection features designer clothing for children
and adults, hand-knitted from Icelandic wool.
Kisan, Laugavegur 7, 101 Reykjavík.
14,900 ISK
The summery vintage Japanese Kimonos come in
various colours and different patterns at Glamúr.
Glamúr, Laugavegur 41, 101 Reykjavík.
9,900 ISK
At the Mál & Menning bookstore, you can find Icelandic
movies with English subtitles on DVD. The selection is rather
poor at the moment, but includes the Icelandic/French film
Stormy Weather by director Sólveig Anspach, which was re-
cently released on DVD. The film premiered at the Cannes
Film Festival in 2003.
Mál & Menning, Laugavegur 18, 101 Reykjavík.
2,490 ISK
French quality baby clothes are for sale at the shop
Du Pareil au meme, including this adorable green coat
for small girls. The shop offers a wide selection of rea-
sonably priced outfits and accessories for newborns
to 14-year-olds.
Du Pareil au Même, Laugavegur 17, 101 Reykjavík.
3,900 ISK
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