Where to buy your winter sun wardrobe
Jetting off to a sunny climate for a beach holiday is a great cure for the winter blues. But at this time of year, where do you begin looking for summer wear when the shops are crammed full of ski clothes, furry boots and woolly hats? We scoured Munich to find the best places for summer fashion in February.
Miss Brasil is the answer to all your holiday prayers—you can stock up on a lot of the things you need under one roof. The store opened last July, and has introduced a much-needed dose of color to closets across the city. As the name suggests, everything in the shop comes from Brazil, including the owner, Sonia Ferreira Stärker. She specializes in swimwear—bikinis and bathing suits—plus sports, fitness and leisure wear, but you will also find sandals, dresses, jeans, bags, jewelry and more. If you associate the words “Brazil” and “bikini” with a garment resembling a piece of string, fret not. Mere mortals will be relieved to know that Miss Brasil stocks a huge variety of shapes and sizes, so there is something for everyone. Perhaps you won’t find a present for granny in this store (although she would probably love the pretty bags), but you will find an Aladdin’s Cave of bright, beautiful and unique items. The designs are quirky, and many incorporate hand-beading, embroidery or shell, making them original without being over-the-top. This is the place to buy a gorgeous new bikini—the bold designs will get you noticed and you can rest safe in the knowledge that you will not bump into other women wearing the same one. To complement your new swimwear, why not buy some sexy sandals, a funky bag or a cool tunic dress to top off your beach look? Even if you’re not going on holiday just yet, Miss Brasil is certainly worth a visit for a burst of color that will brighten even the grayest winter day!
Miss Brasil,As a year-round fashion accessory, sunglasses are not hard to come by, even in the depths of winter. But if you’d rather spend your holiday fund on pina coladas than a pair of specs, here are a few options. If you are looking for something basic but trendy, check out accessory shops such as SIX at Kaufingerstrasse 13 or Bijou Brigitte on Marienplatz, where you can also buy bright, summery jewelry and accessories. If you prefer something a bit more upmarket, good second-hand stores often stock designer sunglasses for a fraction of their original price and also sell quirky, vintage models. Try Second Hand at Schellingstrasse 73 or Macy at Johannisplatz 20. <<<
