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Pure Santa Eulalia Perfection

12 April 2011 By Vera Ciria 1 In Fashion, Things that make me Smile & Dream

Once upon a time, in 1843 to be exact, a small store opened just a few meters from Las Ramblas on Pla de la Boqueria. Domingo Taberner Prims was a discerning man, a man who knew that Barcelona needed a store that would cater to the people’s needs. This store would become the eye-witness to Barcelona’s history, the upheavals and victories, changes and modernizations that occurred over the years. In 1848, the Liceu was inaugurated and Taberner provided both men and women with the perfect garments to visit this grand opera house.

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Barcelona Alta Costura en Palau Robert

14 December 2010 By Vera Ciria 3 In Exhibitions, Fashion

Barcelona was far more widely recognized as a fashion city during the 20th century. Even the Spanish Civil War would not be a deterrent for those looking to acquire new garments. From the 1920s and continuing until 1974, Spain truly lived through a golden era of fashion. The unfortunate “Luxury Tax” would snuff out practically all of the designers in one severe blow.

Balenciaga, carmen mir, gratacos, montpalau, palau robert, pedro rodriguez, pedro rovira, Pertegaz, rosser, spanish couture

Entredós 2.0

02 December 2010 By Vera Ciria 0 In Exhibitions, Fashion

From the 9th of November until the 30th of December, a small window of memories has been opened at the Setba Zona D’Art, located in one of the buildings that circumscribe Plaza Real. Termed an intimate dialogue between fashion and art, this small installation and accompanying art tributes are a blend of past and present.

Balenciaga, Barcelona, fiona capdevila, pilar ayarza, setba zona de art, taller de sastreria

Last Day of Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week

24 February 2010 By Vera Ciria 2 In Fashion

Yesterday was the final day of Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week. It seemed like time was running out as ten designers were programmed throughout the day and were also doubled up. That meant two shows going on at the same time. This is nothing out of the ordinary in other cities, but considering that Cibeles is on the small side, it didn’t seem all that necessary. Unfortunately, the week didn’t end with a bang, although there were a few interesting and creative proposals.

anais nin, Balenciaga, Carlos Díez, Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week, cotton candy, diana vreeland, El Delgado Buil, elsa schiaparelli, gold accents, Ion Fiz, Jesús Lorenzo, Juana Martín, Maria Barros, Maria Escoté, Miguel Marinero, neil gaiman, Nicolas Vaudelet, paloma picasso, paul auster, pencil skirts, Teresa Helbig

Second Day of Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week

21 February 2010 By Vera Ciria 3 In Fashion

Second day of Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week. A total of eight designers spread throughout the day. Getting up for an early start, Juanjo Oliva was the first to show his collection. A lesson in military elegance, his pieces are destined for a strong, confidant woman.

1992 barcelona olympics, Angel Schlesser, Antonio Alvarado, Balenciaga, catwalk, Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week, Duyos, Hannibal Laguna, Juanjo Oliva, Lanvin, Miguel Palacio, navy blues, Roberto Torreta, strawberry reds