Reykjavík Grapevine - 01.09.2023, Blaðsíða 41

Reykjavík Grapevine - 01.09.2023, Blaðsíða 41
41 Th e R ey kj av ík G ra pe vi ne Be st o f R ey kj av ík 20 23 Best Goddamn Store KIOSK Grandagarður 35, 101 Reykjavík Owned by a quintet of designers, Kiosk has been putting the work of Icelandic fash- ion brands front and centre for years — even before establishing their storefront in Grandi. It is the place to go, whether you’re shopping for some seriously stylish everyday looks or that perfect outfit for a special event. “What’s best is that it’s an all female designer run space focusing on small batch, sustainably made pieces,” one panellist said. “It’s a store where one walks in and feels seen, realising that at long last they found their designer.” Runners-up Fischersund Fischersund 3, 101 Reykjavík What can be said about Fischer that the Grapevine hasn’t already raved about. It’s more of an extrasensory experience than a standard shop. Walking in to the historic house on the laneway from which the shop borrows its name requires your eyes to first adjust to the low light, then your ears will pick up the soundscape curated specifically for the space, your olfactory senses will be brought to life by the herbaceous and earthy scents wafting through the air. Luckily, Fischer is a shop, so you can select perfumes, candles, beauty products, art and even an album to try and recreate that experience in your own home. Góði hirðirinn Köllunarklettsvegur 1 “Inexpensive, sustainable, humanitarian aid and a treasure hunt all in one,” is how one panellist summed up beloved second-hand store Góði hirðirinn. It’s a place where you can find anything you could imagine and a whole bunch of other things you didn’t even know you needed. It’s an adrenaline rush in a shopping trip and it’s all fuelled by Sorpa. We’re standing by (and saving up) while they relocate to their new and bigger location. Previous Winners 2022: Yeoman 2021: Kiosk 2020: Fischer Best Design Store Rammagerðin Skólavörðustígur 12, Harpa, Kringlan Rammagerðin truly celebrates Icelandic design. Whether you’re in the market for a vibrantly-coloured wool blanket, striking ceramics, one- of-a-kind candle holders or artisanal beauty products infused with plants foraged in Icelandic nature, you’ll find it at Rammagerðin. What’s more, Rammagerðin doesn’t simply stock Icelandic design, they support and work with designers on collaborative products and special releases. Runners-up Epal Laugavegur 7, Skeifan 6, Kringlan If you’re looking to capture that Scandi aesthetic in your home, look no further than Epal. This design mecca, with locations on Laugavegur and in Skeifan and Kringlan, has all the timeless classics from Nordic masters and the hottest pieces from Icelandic designers. “The range of what Epal carries is really what sets it apart,” one panellist said. “I can buy a kid's water bottle (a very nice one) and a 200.000 kr. dining chair in the same trip.” As for those prices, another panellist recommends keeping an eye out for Epal’s very worthwhile sales events. Mikado Kolagata, Hafnartorg Bear with us here, because Mikado isn’t currently a brick and mortar shop for you to visit. They’re between digs, but their webshop is wide open for local and international shoppers to benefit from Mikado’s impeccable curation. Whereas the other shops on the list are Scandi, Mikado is Japandi, stocking wares of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics that highlight just how beautifully the two sensibilities complement each other. Plus, they have some truly whimsical items for sale. Do we need a knife shaped like a whale? No. Are we getting one? Yes. Previous Winners 2022: Rammagerðin 2021: Rammagerðin 2020: Akkurat (RIP) Best Fashion Boutique KIOSK Grandagarður 35, 101 Reykjavík Our Best Goddamn Store also takes the cake as Best Fashion Boutique. We’d wear nothing but the designs they stock if we had it our way, but on our Grapevine salary we’ll settle for working a few pieces into our wardrobe here and there. The Icelandic designs at KIOSK are all so unique and special, you’ll be making a statement in them no matter the occasion. Plus, it’s not unlikely that the person in the store looking after you is the same person who designed the silk pant set you’ve been ogling for months and are finally buying. Runners-up Andrá Laugavegur 16 Andrá was a breath of fresh air when it landed on Laugavegur a few years ago. “All the pieces are so beautifully curated, it feels like having a personal shopper,” said one panellist. Whether you’re shopping for an every day (though elevated) t-shirt and jeans look or something to make a splash on a night out, you’ll find that special something at Andrá. Yeoman Laugavegur 7 The patron saint of Icelandic fashion, Hildur Yeoman is known for her dreamy patterns, lush textures, spacey body-cons, and beautiful tailoring. Walking into her Laugavegur storefront feels like walking into an art gallery, with every suspended dress the masterpiece of a great artist. Buying a Yeoman creation is an investment in your closet's longevity — it just never goes out of style. Previous Winners 2022: Andrá 2021: Yeoman 2020: Kvartyra No49 (RIP) BEST OF REYKJAVÍK 2023 Shopping Money can be a burden — give it to us Is there anything better than accumulating a whole bunch of stuff? Yes, and it’s accumulating a few amazing items from the best of the best shops that Reykjavík has to offer. Whether you’re on the hunt for a new book to lose yourself in, a cosy wool sweater to wrap your- self in, or some jewellery with which to adorn yourself, our shopping picks won’t steer you wrong. View locations and opening hours at kronan.is Proud to be crowned! We are thrilled to receive Grapevine's 2023 Best of Reykjavík Shopping awards for our discount grocery stores. First place: Krónan, Skeifan Second place: Krónan, Hallveigarstígur Stop by our stores for low priced groceries! You'll find them in various locations in Reykjavík and the capital area, and also on your journey around Iceland. Krónan offers a great selection of top-quality, fresh products, including a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan options. 26 stores across Reykjavík and Iceland with low prices!

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