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made for children, they’re loaded with philosophy that adults can appreciate. They’re also available on DVD in English.
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LIVIKO
In addition to the shops listed below, CDs and DVDs of Estonian music and cartoons can be found in Tallinna Kaubamaja and Stockmann department stores.
Apollo Estonia’s national liqueur, Vana Tallinn, is a sweet, potent drink that can be found in any alcohol shop. It goes down easy on its own, but is also great when mixed with coffee or dribbled over ice-cream. There are two main varieties: the original, with its rum and citrus flavour, and the newer Vana Tallinn Cream Liqueur.
Music For music lovers, bringing home a CD of Estonian classics (Arvo Pärt and Erkki-Sven Tüür) is a must, especially if the performance is by the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir. Recordings of Estonian folk music also make a fine addition to any music collection.
Animation Film buffs will be glad to hear that Estonia is home to a small but active animation scene. The most famous artist in the field is Priit Pärn, whose surreal, primitive-style works have been winning awards since the 1970s. More recently a series of films by Heiki Ernits and Janno Põldma have become a success: “Tom and Fluffy,” “Lotte from Gadgetvill”, “Lotte and the Moonstone Secret”, and “Ladybird’s Christmas.” Though the cartoons are
Estonia pst 9 , Solaris Centre • www.apollo.ee
Lasering
Naiiv
Viru väljak 4, Viru Centre • www.lasering.ee
Pikk 33 • www.naiiv.eu
Rahva Raamat
Highly original label by Liina Viira, where traditional Estonian folk patterns are used as a basis for modern clothes and accessories.
Viru väljak 4, Viru Centre, 3rd and 4th floor • www.rahvaraamat.ee
Estonian Fashion
Home Design
Estonia is home to an active fashion industry and produces several commercial labels, each with a personality of its own. Look for clothing brands like Mosaic (www. mosaic.ee), Monton (www.monton.ee), Bastion (www.bastion.ee), Baltman (www.baltman.eu) and Sangar (www.sangar.ee).
Estonian-designed housewares have been making a splash on the international stage for their fresh, modern look.
Estonian Design House Kalasadama 8 • www.estoniandesignhouse.ee
Tucked away in Kalamaja historic fishing area is the Estonian Design House, home to designers' studios, design companies and Estonian Association of Designers.
Baltika Kvartal Veerenni 24 • www.baltikakvartal.ee
A refurbished factory complex selling Estonian fashion by the renowned Baltika group and other local designers.
Etno.ee Tartu mnt 6 • www.etno.ee
Wide array of contemporary design items made using Estonia’s colourful folk patterns.
Ivo Nikkolo Suur-Karja 14 • www.ivonikkolo.ee
Sharp-looking clothing by the nation’s best-established designer.
Lutheri Stuudio Vana-Lõuna 39 • www.lutheristuudio.ee
Kristina Viirpalu
The studio introducing and selling the products and product ranges of Estonian designers and smaller furniture manufacturers.
Suur-Karja 2 • www.kristinadesign.ee
Collections, created using traditional skills and natural materials.
Mang Mustamäe tee 3A• www.mang.ee
This boutique of an upholstered furniture producing company showsoff the work of Estonian designers.
Nu Nordik Vabaduse väljak 8 • www.nunordik.ee
Fresh, offbeat clothing, fashion accessories and home décor.
4 Room Paldiski mnt 102, Rocca al Mare Centre • www.4room.ee
ANU VAHTRA
Vana Tallinn
An Estonian lights producing company with a unique style and philosophy. Friendly and functional pieces.