Category Archives: Good Taste

Michalis Kampourakis: Greek God Reincarnate

Yes yes yes…summer is here – and we muses are loving all that’s beautiful about Greece these days. We hate to brag, but…how can we not? I mean, we’re got it all. Islands, mountains, sea…but the latest beauty to come … Continue reading

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Let There Be Light

It’s summer in the city, and that means heat, skin, long walks, outdoor cinema, ice cream and long days. More light – a good thing in a time when people are feeling dark and annoyed a lot of the time. … Continue reading

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Fashion + Art = Art + Fashion

What do you get when you juxtapose Gustav Klimt, Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet with Jil Sander, Prada, Celine and Mary Katrantzou? Genius. Because if the work of Christos Mouchas doesn’t literally prove that fashion is art, then … Continue reading

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So Much More Than Vintage Furniture

The boys at 2objectrepair both love old stuff. And their store in Thessaloniki’s city center is a space that could easily be their home. Memories and images from days of yore compliment modern pieces from the 60’s and 70’s. Restored … Continue reading

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Turbans are Terrific

It’s June, and we’re obviously already melting in Thessaloniki. Soon, most locals will be packing up and getting out of town for most days at a time, returning to the heat of the city only for brief visits. Only for … Continue reading

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Design, Asymmetry And Clutches Made Of Cork

Symmetry is overrated, and so asymmetry is where it’s at. In life AND in fashion. Think about it. Some of the most interesting things happen to us when we veer off the path a bit, no? Thessaloniki-born designer Georgina Skalidi … Continue reading

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Old Hollywood Summer Style Muses

It’s officially summer here, and no one loves that more than me.  The sky is permanently a bright, electric blue. The smell of jasmine is everywhere. The days are long, and the nights are…magical. Even plain ol’ Tuesday nights are … Continue reading

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The Art of Clean Up

Even the freakiest of all neat freaks indulge, let loose, and allow themselves to feel the pleasure of disorder every so often. It can be as simple an act as leaving dirty dishes in the sink overnight. Or something more … Continue reading

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Making Gemista Like A G

I’d like to let you in on a little secret. The truth is, one of the things that’s kept me drawn to Thessaloniki is the produce. Everything about fruits and vegetables is different here in Greece: the smell, the taste, … Continue reading

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Mellifluous Musings

Helen’s post on Greek beauty tips got me thinking about the gloriousness of honey.  Honey contains amazing nutritional and healing properties and is naturally antibacterial.  Aside from using it to sweeten your cup of green tea, you can slather it … Continue reading

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