Last Thursday LVMH launched the all new Belvedere IX at Club NL in Amsterdam. We always were a big fan of Grey Goose. We still are, but there is a new sherrif in town: Belvedere IX.
Belvedere added herbs to make the vodka spicier than other vodka’s, giving it an unique taste. Mixed with rootbeer this now is one of our favorite drinks. Together with Parisian artist André, Belvedere created the very recognizable bottle.
Fady Ferraye played his hot beats and the people seemed to enjoy this new drink. It shouldn’t be long before Belvedere IX hits the shelves.
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The all new Belvedere is around for some months in most countries… Finally it’s coming to The Netherlands. As from this evening, Belvedere IX is coming to our little country. Sweet!
Kanye West’s latest track ‘Monster’ is out for some days already. But this big blog post by Kanye is something that we had to share. Genius. Monster ft. Rick Ross, Jay-Z, Nikki Minaj and Jay-Z.
We’ve been following Kanye as from 2001, when we noticed his producing skills on Hova’s album ‘The Blueprint‘. His style has – naturally – changed. Compare the following to ‘Monster’ and hear for yourself. Which style do you like more? The backpacking Ralph Lauren rocking Kanye, or the hard beats rappin’ Lanvin rocking Kanye?
You’re a connaisseur, but do your friends know? Coffee table books are the best way to show all of your friends how good your taste is. But seriously, this new Louis Vuitton book called ’100 Legendary Trunks’ is the newest limited edition collectors item from Louis Vuitton. This book is showcasing their history of trunks.
Available from October 2010. We estimate the price at 120 euro’s but it could be more.
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Are these the best Louboutins ever made? We think so. And if not, they’re probably the best Louboutins available right now. It’s not very strange that Mr. Louboutin decided to call these shoes ‘Poseidon‘…
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Antwerp Meir
Meir Festive Hall
The Festive Hall (or Stadsfeestzaal), pictured above, is a small shopping center, with the allure of New York, London and Paris combined. Two champagne bars can be found here, where you can enjoy your glass of champagne. A lot of big stores are located in this center, I recommend this so you can begin, or end, your day relaxing. If you walk into the city center, you pass by this mall. On the meir (market), it can be found on your left.
Address: Meir 78, Antwerp
Verso
Great shop. Verso is owned by the agency that imports brands like Dolce&Gabbana, 7 For All Mankind, Pinko, Fendi, McQ, Missoni, and so on. At Verso you can find brands like Dolce&Gabbana, Gucci, Prada, Prada Sport, Les Hommes and Dior. Furthermore you can have lunch or dinner at Verso Café, or enjoy cocktails in the Martini bar. Second Martini bar in Europe.
Address: Lange Gasthuisstraat 9 – Tel: +323 226 92 92
Princess Blue
With brands like Acne Jeans, Helmut Lang, J.Lindeberg, Marc Jacobs, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Moncler, Margiela and See by Chloé, you can’t go wrong at Princess Blue. Have a look at Princess Blue next time you’re in Antwerp.
Address: Schrijnwerkersstraat 7 – Tel. + 323 231 21 22
Princess
Ladies only is the credo of Princess in Antwerp, located on the Meir. Here you can find brands like Acne, Burberry, Armani Collezioni and Armani Jeans, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, Tod’s and Trussardi. A big, big store.
Address: Meir 51 – Tel. +323 231 21 22.
COS
COS is short for Collection Of Style. Owned by the Swedish fashion mogul H&M, COS is the little brother of H&M in the higher segment. Nothing reminisces of H&M. Good quality, better designs and overall more stylish. Located in the big Meir Festive Hall.
Address: Hopland 31 – Tel. +323 231 98 00
Dany May
Dany May is probably the first store you encounter when you start your Antwerp shopping spree. Located on the Meir, you can find brands like D&G, For All Mankind, Paul Smith, Iceberg Jeans and Tom Ford eyewear.
Coco&Co
In this small shop you can find every basic you need. From sweaters to dresses. Small accessories can be found here too. Ladies only.
Adres: Oudaan 4 - Tel. +323 226 96 16
Ordning&Reda
Ordning&Reda is a small store for office supplies. What’s cool about this? The line with crocolook, for your desk, pens and paperwork is great, the collabbo with Stabilo is also great, a heavy duty pen and pencil, available for about € 40.
Address: Groendalstraat 17 – Tel. +323 231 19 66
Vilebrequin
The best swimwear. Enough said, go check it out.
Address: Schuttershofstraat 33 – Tel. +323 234 09 60
Hospital
Hospital is located out of the city center, but is worth the visit. Brands like Viktor&Rolf, D&G, AF Vandevorst, Marc Jacobs, Alexander McQueen, Sonia Rykiel and Tim Van Steenbergen can be found here. Apart from the fashion, you can find a winebar where you can buy the best of wines, selected by Jurgen Lijcops (Vinipure). Each month you can buy here another oldtimer (see the picture to understand what I mean). Cool store!
Address: De Burburestraat 4 – Tel. +323 248 69 11
A.P.C.
The best quality for the best prices. The French A.P.C (or Atelier de Production et Creation) brings us perfect basic jeans, jackets and coats, collabbo’s with Nike and Supreme and recognition worldwide.
Address: Lageweg 121 – Tel. +323 827 91 13
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