Dapper depot
In Berlin, the fashion pendulum swings from achingly cool denim and neon hi-top kicks to boardroom-ready three-pieces, with little in between. So what is a fashion-forward gentleman to do? Enter Dandy of the Grotesque, here to fill the void and the eclectic closets of sartorialistas with handmade, made-to-measure and RTW gents’ threads that are dapper and avant-garde in equal measure – because growing up needn’t mean dumbing your fashion IQ down.
Berlin chic, C'est Tout
As the new centre of Berlin, one of Europe’s most happening cities, Mitte’s vibe-ometer is never lower than drop-dead cool (unless you go before noon, when the people who design, wear and sell the swag sold in the area’s oh-so-hot boutiques are still recovering from last night’s party). While the big brands have invaded the main drag, Münzstr., a couple of skips further north will bring you to Mulackstr., a neat little strip just off Alte Schönhauser Str., which remains indie and heaves with homegrown fashion, lifestyle and more.
Simple Scents-ibility
In a world where perfumes are known for their celebrity endorsements and packaging, it’s easy to forget that fragrances are about personal style and taste. Frau Tonis Parfum in Berlin is a fresh reminder. Step into their minimalist, lab-white shop in Mitte, the city’s centre of hip, and you’ll find an array of simple glass flacons lining the shelves.
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