Openings

You know it's the fashion crowd when there is one pop of colour for every ten black, albeit flawless, outfits. The fact that the ratio became 1-in-20 for the opening party of RA 13, Antwerp's newest concept store, only meant there were very fashionable people in attendance indeed.

Jonak is popular in France for its on-trend footwear at accessible prices, and now we are fortunate enough to have our very own store here in Antwerp.

There may be many North American nuances that alienate our European neighbours, but our affinity for caffeine and consumption created a market for Starbucks. And for that, we all benefit.

With retailers and retail brands alike folding left and right, it's no surprise to find discount outlet stores popping up in their place.

Although the Belgian rain has fallen elsewhere these past few days, we cannot deny the dreariness that is too often present.

12/09/2008.

Starbucks has finally come to Belgium and opened its first store at Brussels airport. And word is, Antwerp's next!

Cosmeticary has long been one of my favorite beauty shops. Not only because of the superfriendly people there (you have to love Vogue and Jean!), but also because of their great range of products and brands that you can't find anywhere else. So I was more than delighted to find out they were coming to Antwerp!

Levi's was determined to open their Antwerp Pop Up Store with a bang, so they called upon Das Pop to set off the dancing last Thursday night.

It seems like Louis and Walter have finally got some serious competition! The opening of Sien this weekend, brought Antwerp its newest boutique that offers a wide selection of high-profile Belgian designers, completed by several heavy-weight international names.