Reykjavík Grapevine - 14.07.2017, Page 62

An Opportunity To Play
Text: Paul Fontaine Photo: Varvara Lozenko Stylist: Vigdís Rán Einarsdóttir
Models: Lovísa Tómasdóttir, Anna Kristín Magnúsdóttir, Ásdís Gunnarsdóttir and Jóhanna Sif Þórðardóttir
Anna Kristín is a firm believer in the pin-up aesthetic, turning its association with objectification on its
head. “It's an opportunity to play and also to celebrate being a woman,” she says. “It reclaims feminin-
ity in an empowering way. There isn't an age limit. To be quirky feels good. Pin-ups today really are a
wonderful way to pay tribute to the women of the past, and to embrace our personal beauty. It embraces
a wide range of body types. Strength is encouraged.” The four women shown here work together at the
boutique Kjólar & Konfekt, on Laugavegur 92, where “you can find many pin-up clothing brands, along
with many other adventurous things. We also make our own dresses in the store as well.” Grapevine
joined the quartet for a picnic in Breiðhólt, where a good time was had by all, as can be seen.
LIFE IN PICTURES
First, a quick
couple of snaps
to mark the
occasion.
A flower, yesterday.
No picnic is complete without an electric goose.
It's true: they also have Chinese jumprope in
Iceland (although they call it teygjutvist.)
All the flowers are in bloom on this gorgeous summer day.
The best of Icelandic produce
with a nod to Japan and South
America. Modern Icelandic
flavours, share plates and award
winning cocktails.
Sushi Social
Þingholtsstræti 5 • 101 Reykjavík
Tel. 568 6600 • sushisocial.is
Our kitchen is open
17.00–23.00 sun.–thu.
17.00–24.00 fri.–sat.
SOCIALIZE
WITH THE
LOCALS
ICELANDIC
SEAFOOD
makes world’s best sushi
62 The Reykjavík Grapevine
Issue 12 — 2017