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Fashion

Now On My Radar

I got invited to an event from the Superdry’s public relations team to check out the store, look over the pieces and choose what I would like to wear. Who turns down free clothes?Admittingly, the brand was not on my radar. I met the team at their event in Florence at Pitti Uomo, yet for some reason I never followed up on the relationship. The British brand was founded eighteen years ago. According to the press agent, outerwear were the key pieces of the brand’s early years, mainly parkers. The two story Kurfürstendamm Berlin flagship store on has a wide selection of mens and women’s wear styles. A person could spend hours trying on pieces. There is even a vintage sportswear section.

Going over the mens fashion, Superdry is influenced by American and Japanese styles, varsity jackets layered with graphic prints. There is no shortage of monogrammed hoodies and t-shirts to match with denim wear.

As I was not familiar with the Cheltenham base company, the sales assistant showed me around. Granted being a press invitee I expected a well mannered staff, but the genuineness was authentic. Even saying “ask me anything, I know the whole collection.” Shockingly, she did. Her knowledge made it easier to decide what to choose.

Superdry advertises itself as a premium brand not the typical ready to wear high street retailer. The black jeans I have are comfortable. The green jacket is stylish. However, longevity is judge of quality. For me, if I can wear clothing for over a year without major wear and tear, it’s good.

Stay tuned for follow up stories.

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Feature

Winter has arrived

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Winter finally arrived in Berlin. The first light snow hit the street.

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Feature

Anyone For A Glass

Galeries Lafayette Berlin is having a bit of a celebration and all are invited, Festival of Wines. Harvest season ended recently, that means a lot of bottles to open. The French department in Berlin’s Mitte district is holding a festival. A great selection of reds, whites and sparkling were placed on the basement floor. Having a weakness for Bordeaux, I got two bottles.

If you happen to be in the German Capital City this October, drop by to get a bottle or two. The Festival ends October 31st.

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Feature

On Hunting Mushrooms

Today, there was a national holiday in Germany. The weather has changed to fall with trees adding splendid colors. Venturing to the forest an hour outside of Berlin, to Brandenberg, mushroom hunting is a popular past time. This month the fungi were few and far between in comparison to past years.

Furthermore, the most noticeable aspect of being in the forest, clean air.

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Feature

InnoTrans 2022

What are some of the highlights from InnoTrans 2022? A lot. I will post more soon.

Exhibits that struck a cord with me at the transportation fair.

Grammer Seating, LG Lighting, Vienna Metro, VDL Bus, Koncar Tram.

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Feature

Folsom Berlin 2022

Folsom Street Berlin came back this year. The leather Cirque du Soleil did not disappoint this year with looks or lack of at times. It was all in the spirit of fun at Europe’s largest leather festival.

Check out the Podcast Series Men Reloaded.

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Technology

IFA Highlights Pt2

IFA came to a close on September 6th. Here are more highlights from the Tech Event.

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Technology

IFA Reconnect

For me, this IFA has been about connecting and reconnecting. I have not seen any major tech leaps but stay tuned, the fair has just started.

IFA Berlin 2022 starts Sept 2nd.

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Fashion

CSD Berlin Roars Back

The Christopher Street Day Berlin celebration came roaring back in 2022. After two years in a moribund state, Gay Pride hit the streets of the capital city for a 7k walk of fun and pride. Walking around I witnessed everyone celebrating having a good time. In the words of George Clinton, “Free Your Mind and Your Ass will follow”.

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Cinema

The Batman

Back in 2017 during a Robert Pattinson press conference, I could not have imagined he would become Batman. Pattinson’s performance has been well received by fans. The blockbuster DC Comic film at the time of writing has grossed $500 million at the box office.

Check out the Black and Paper Chat Cinema Podcasts.