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A Different Kind
JOE N JOYCE. The brand is characterised by comfort, contemporary design, and high-quality materials. The focus is on comfort, which is why the range is based on shoes with anatomically shaped soles made of cork, rubber, and leather in two widths. The Munich-based company applies the soles to sandals and clogs made of various materials in a wide variety of colours and designs. All models are manufactured in Europe by companies that have specialised in such footwear for a long time. The label strives to work primarily with natural materials. It attempts to limit the use of other materials to those areas where they offer significant benefits in terms of wearing comfort or function. The non-slip EVA sole is but one example. In addition to leather, the label uses hemp, cotton, and nickel-free metal buckles. Alongside basic models for men and women, it regularly offers sandals and clogs in trend colours and new designs. The range is complemented by fashionable espadrilles. The retail price for the latter stands at 15 Euros, while sandals and clogs cost between 35 and 69 Euros. JNJ GmbH, Munich/Germany, T 0049.151.54449137, Randolf Friedel, friedel@joe-n-joyce.de, www.joe-n-joyce.de
For Minimalists
SA.AL & CO. Tyrol is not the first place that comes to mind in the context of luxurious men’s cosmetics. This may change. Istvan Laszloffy’s start-up is eager to shake up the men’s cosmetics market. The vegan label uses 100 percent high-quality ingredients such as Macadamia oil and Shea butter. The product range has been reduced to five essential products: shower gel, moisturising lotion, deodorant, shaving cream, and after-shave lotion. All products are literally “Made in Tyrol”. Clean packaging in brushed aluminium tubes and bottles appeals to minimalists. In addition, the packaging can be personalised. The travel package with shower gel is a recent addition to the range. In addition to being listed at concept stores such as Ludwig Beck, KaDeWe, and Lodenfrey, the label is also of interest to high-quality perfumeries. On an international level, it is stocked by Mr. Porter, Merci, Le Bon Marché, and The Conran Store. At a mark-up of 2.3, prices range from 22 to 32 Euros. SA.AL GmbH, Vienna/Austria, T 0036.30444577, info@saalskincare.com, www.saalskincare.com
Widely Travelled
STYLE HEAVEN. In 7th heaven - Sabine Ritter and Sukey Brandenburger are the founders and managing directors of Style Heaven, the eponymous Munich-based online shop. Their business model is based on taking stylish accessories, furniture, and fashion from different cultures and blending them into a unique whole. During their travels around the globe to Norway, Bali, Morocco, Thailand, India, and Burma, they are constantly on the hunt for unusual, high-quality products that represent the hippie and Boho-chic trends. Ritter and Brandenburger support small family businesses, some of which develop products exclusively for Style Heaven. Their findings, which are mostly hand-crafted using traditional techniques, range from stylish home accessories to fashion and jewellery. The jewellery selection is especially unusual. It includes real silver, pearl, and onyx necklaces, elaborate bracelets, and crystal items. In this segment, retail prices range from 20 Euros for a crystal bracelet to 170 Euros for a tourmaline necklace. Style Heaven, Sukey Brandenburger, Munich/Germany, T 0049.89.28806281, info@style-heaven.com, www.styleheaven.de
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