Blog by WhiteBox

Last Chance Charlie!

2011-07-24T11:37:00.002+03:00

This week will be the last week we will be open till September , making this the last week you can get your hands on some cool handmade designs! Many clothes, handbags, jewlery and accessories, at great prices...
come check the last of the Summer during opening hours 12-6 daily
excl. Mondays and Saturday 12-3.

Please call 210-3232343 to confirm hours before popping by!

New event this Thursday!

2011-05-17T11:41:00.003+03:00

Well, after a lot of thought what to do this month,
we decided to showcase 2 of our most talented designers!

Gaffer&Fluf will be presenting their collection, and help you try on the many ways their clothes can be worn, transforming one garment into too many too mention! Katerina is a stylist as well, so will know how to dress you according to your body type also!
Don't miss this opportunity to be pampered ;)

Also, MHW (aka Nagia Feredinou) is a young jewelry designer who has something to say. Her pieces are what you can statement pieces. Inpired by past civilizations, or unique materials, she combines elements to create jewels that will make you stand apart!

These compliment Gaffer&Fluf minimal clothing so well...

So come by Whitebox from 12 till 9pm this Thursday May 19th, relax and enjoy fashion as it should be.
Creative, unique and fun!

2011-05-01T17:43:00.002+03:00

More from the Whitebox Style Book

2011-05-01T17:28:00.005+03:00

Complete looks from our designers, as we mixed them up, in our own eclectic way...
check out the Style Book over at the Facebook FanPage

Dress me Up with Dimitris Strepkos

2011-04-16T13:51:00.004+03:00

We held a great event last week at Whitebox..!

Dimitris Strepkos, an amazing designer, stylist and Whitebox friend, was gracious enough to style our summer collections in his own expert and imaginative way! We were lucky to have many photographers who came and shot the catwalk as well as the space and people who came!

Another exciting aspect of the evening was the fact that we hosted the designs of 4 amazing people, all young, all talented and all quickly becoming household names, with awards and recognition in the industry.
These were Celebrity Skin(Dimitris Strepkos and Eleni Mparla), Christina Skarpeli, Panos Apergis and Ourania Kay...You can check out their work over at Facebook where they all are!

You can see many more photos from professional photographers at the event on our Fanpage
These are from my iphone :)

New fashion idea from Whitebox

2011-03-17T17:52:00.002+02:00

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We decided it would be fun to group together some items from our designers into a whole look...here is the first one!... we welcome your ideas and suggestions :)

Vintage, Used, As New Bazaar @ Whitebox + Craft Supplies

2011-03-07T19:04:00.001+02:00

check out the facebook event!

Summer 2011 @ Whitebox Preview

2011-03-07T18:59:00.003+02:00

Just uploaded a sample album with photos from most designers on board Whitebox for the Spring-Summer 2011 season!
Around March 20th you will find an album with the entire collection by each designer over at the Fan Page...
Don't forget to join Whitebox B Praxitelous our profile as well ;)

(photo from Gaffer & Fluf Summer 2011 Collection)

Sales till March 20th! Selected items from 10~15 euros!

2011-03-02T00:46:00.002+02:00

Whitebox goes to the Market!

2010-11-24T20:46:00.003+02:00

Whitebox will be at the Meet Market this Xmas season!
We take part a couple of times a year as we love the event and support the concept, plus it is always fun to meet new friends and new participating designers.
So come check out some of our resident designers and their wears :)

Design Event this Saturday at Whitebox!

2010-11-23T00:08:00.003+02:00

We are proud to present the Anti-Crisis designs of Olga Mergou, one of the founding members of Whitebox Union and Showroom.

The press release that follows is in Greek and unfortunately will lose a lot in the translation, so just check out the photos for idea of the awesome designs that will be presented that afternoon together with the designs of 15 resident talent and homebaked goodies :)

Η Ολγα Μεργου παρουσιαζει τη συλλογη της με αφορμη την επικαιροτητα...

WhiteBox goes Anti-Crisis!!

Ψηφίσατε;..δηλώσατε, τελειώσατε;;;
...
Δημαρχίνες, Μεσσαλίνες και Τσαχπίνες!!
Μαζί θα ξεπεράσουμε την κρίση!!..
....Την Ποια????

Εμείς στο WhiteBox..ψηφίζουμε Φαντασία, ψηφίζουμε Φως, ψηφίζουμε Χιούμορ...!!!

Το WhiteBox αγαπά τα κορίτσια με attitude
και πάντα τα έξυπνα κορίτσια βρίσκουν λύσεις!!!

Εξάλλου, μην ξεχνάτε...Λεφτά, υπάρχουν!!

Που;;;;....
Στις 27 του Νοέμβρη, ώρα 12.00-18.00μμ και για λίγες ημέρες....
η Όλγα Μέργου και το WhiteBox
προτείνουν...πλούσιο Anti-Crisis Management!!!

Pre-paid Glamour...Be prepared!!!

τηλ επικοινωνιας 210-3232343, 6935605541
Πραξιτελους 26, 5ος οροφος
πισω απο μετρο Πανεπιστημιο

An Interesting Cup of Tea ;)

2010-11-05T22:23:00.004+02:00

Always loved these custom mugs...

They can be custom created with your own likeness which is super cool!

Otherwise choose from these characters...

a favourite includes the chambermaid and the smoke inhaling nurse ;)

Find these and more Here

News

2010-10-30T18:16:00.003+03:00

Updates :)

... the event we did, inspired by our participation in the Green Design Festival, went very well, almost all items from our guest designer Aggela Mandilari are sold out...
here is a link to some photos...

...we are planning 2 new events till the end of the year at least. One is a fun Wardrobe Redux event and the other a personal exhibition of our designer Olga Mergou...

...we are starting to map out our next moves, including a website and a trade show for the summer...

...and are busy promoting the work of our 15+ resident designer at Whitebox.

This Saturday!

2010-10-18T00:43:00.002+03:00

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

(φωτο Σμαρώ Μπότσα)

Το WhiteBox παρουσιάζει

-στο χώρο του αυτή τη φορά-

τις δημιουργίες των σχεδιαστών του για το Green Design Festival

που πραγματοποιήθηκε το Σεπτέμβριο στο Σύνταγμα.

Ρούχα και αξεσουάρ ανακυκλωμένα, από υλικά με ανατρεπτική προέλευση,

που προκαλούν το θεατή να προσεγγίσει το θέμα της μόδας και της οικολογίας με μια άλλη ματιά...

Παράλληλα παρουσιάζεται η δουλειά της Αγγέλας Μανδηλάρη

που αγγίζει ακριβώς αυτό το θέμα με μια συγγενική προσέγγιση...

"Υβριδικά ρούχα που φέρουν ίχνη των ρούχων από τα οποία προέρχονται...

Παλαιά ρούχα που αποδομούνται, μεταμορφώνονται σε καινούργια, διατηρώντας ένα μέρος από την ιστορία τους.

Ο σκοπός δεν είναι μόνο η ανακλύκλωση του ρούχου-υφάσματος, αλλά και η αλλαγή της λειτουργείας του

...των στοιχείων που το αποτελούν, μέσα από μια διαδικασία επαναπροσδιορισμού τους.

Το φόρεμα γίνεται παντελόνι, τα μανίκια επωμίδες, ο γιακάς τσέπη, η γραβάτα ζώνη,

...και μια καινούργια ιστορία αρχίζει..."

Σας περιμένουμε να δείτε από κοντά όλες αυτές τις ανατρεπτικές δημιουργίες,

καθως και όλες τις χειμωνιάτικες συλλογές των 17 σχεδιαστών του WhiteBox.

Σάββατο 23 Οκτωβρίου

12.00-6.00μμ

Πραξιτέλους 26

5ος όροφος

Κοντά σε μετρό Πανεπιστήμιο, Σύνταγμα, Μοναστηράκι.

tel. 210-3232343

email. whiteboxemail@yahoo.gr

Facebook Profile Page. Whitebox B Praxitelous

Facebook Fan Page. Whitebox

Blog. http://www.blogbywhitebox.blogspot.com

Green Design Festival

2010-10-09T16:54:00.003+03:00

Last chance to visit the exhibition
(we designed the fashion booth)
till this Sunday October 10th!

Green Design Festival 2010

2010-09-19T19:03:00.000+03:00

Whitebox @ Green Design Festival @ Syndagma

2010-09-19T18:56:00.004+03:00

Το καθημερινό ζητούμενο όταν ασχολείσαι με το design, είναι η έμπνευση...Ειδικά όταν κατασκευάζεις ο ίδιος τις δημιουργίες σου, βιώνεις κάθετί στο έπακρο..οτιδήποτε, το ελάχιστο, θα μπορούσε να περάσει από το φίλτρο των ματιών, του μυαλού και της καρδιάς σου και να καθοδηγήσει τα χέρια σου να δημιουργήσουν!
Και σήμερα; Πόσο παραμένει αυτό εφικτό;
Σήμερα η ίδια η εποχή μας καλεί να....ζήσουμε με έμπνευση! Να γίνουμε δημιουργικοί, εφευρετικοί, αποτελεσματικοί, ανθεκτικοί!
Κι όπως, όταν πάντα στα δύσκολα επιστρέφεις για λύσεις στη ρίζα, στην αρχή των πραγμάτων…εμείς αφουγκρασθήκαμε τους φυσικούς νόμους και τους εμπιστευόμαστε!
Το ίδιο το WhiteBox είναι μια ομάδα που δημιουργήθηκε ως απάντηση σε ερωτηματικά και ανάγκες του καιρού της.
Έτσι, όπως τα πλάσματα της φύσης συσπειρώνονται απέναντι στα δύσκολα και τους κινδύνους, οι καλλιτέχνες του WhiteBox, όπως και τόσες ομάδες τα τελευταία χρόνια, συσπειρώθηκαν απέναντι σε ότι έθετε σε κίνδυνο τα όνειρά τους και περιόριζε το οξυγόνο τους!
Με χαρά λοιπόν βρισκόμαστε εδώ, συμμετέχουμε ως designers και στηρίζουμε το δεύτερο Green Design Festival, μια κατεξοχήν ομαδική προσπάθεια, που επιμένει στην «πράσινη» προσέγγιση της ζωής, με προτάσεις, φιλοσοφία και ιδέες για να διαφυλαχθούν τα αυτονόητα και να βελτιωθούν όσα σήμερα βιώνουμε!

Η Φύση η ίδια αμύνεται, επουλώνει, αναγεννάται, δημιουργεί!
Το WhiteBox εμπνέεται και προτείνει.
Προτείνει τρόπους επαναχρησιμοποίησης των υλικών, «επούλωσης» της φθοράς και των ατελειών τους, τα βοηθά να «αναγεννηθούν» στο τώρα...Από σακκούλες και σύρμα, μέχρι ύφασμα, πλαστικό και καλώδιο...από μπάλες ξεφούσκωτες μέχρι κομμάτια παλιών πολυελαίων...νέες φόρμες, νέες προτάσεις, νέα ζωή...
Βιώνουμε το σήμερα, βιώνουμε το περιβάλλον μας – δεν μας τρομάζει! Το μετατρέπουμε σε έμπνευση, το μετατρέπουμε σε πρόταση υγιούς συνέχειας!

The WHITEBOX Team

September News!

2010-09-03T22:33:00.004+03:00

Hello ...after a long-ish break we are back!

This month
...we are slowly bringing out the new Winter Collections for 2010-11,

...we are welcoming many new designers on board (more about that soon!)

...and we are finalizing our projects for our participation in the Green Design Festival,
which is opening towards the end of September in Syndagma Square
and other locations around the city.

Will keep you posted :)

Happy Autumn, keep your spirits high and your creative juices flowing!

Summer Holidays!

2010-08-05T22:35:00.001+03:00

We are closed till September...at what time we will be back with new designs and exciting new projects!

Till then, check this out :)

Take care and have a lovely August!

Green Design Festival & Whitebox

2010-08-02T21:52:00.004+03:00

We started seing some press involving our participation in the anual Green Design Festival

Unfortunately all of them have been in greek, but as soon as i spot the english version bound to pop up somewhere i will post it :)

In the meantime check out their link which has english and greek versions but has the info for last years event (still) :)

Lego World

2010-07-29T13:27:00.003+03:00

I have seen a lot of lego recycled jewelry around but this simply stands out.

emiko-o reware creates pieces from lego but adds a sophisticated touch with sterling silver and semi precious stones. I especially loved this pair which is sculptural and airy.

Summer Sales Still Strong!

2010-07-21T15:17:00.003+03:00

Sale is still going on till we close for the holidays!

Discounts from 10-50% on selected items!

Our opening hours are 12-6pm daily and 12-3 on saturdays.

We might open selectivly during the first days of August,

check out facebook for hours, call us at 210-3232343 or email us :)

In the meantime

take a dip for us in the sea,

we are hard at work preparing for the winter collections!

Winter Preview :)

2010-06-27T17:40:00.004+03:00

I know we are still just over our first heatwave and up for more, but i couldn't resist!

Isn't this the cosiest, most snuggly sweater armchair (cover) ever?

you can find it here

P.S.

2010-06-21T00:44:00.003+03:00

To all Whitebox friends ...a short note to apologize for being M.I.A. (missing in action)

The blogger in charge -me- had quite a difficult surgery and it has taken a while to get back on the horse.

I just am managing the virtual world as of yet...soon will rejoin the real world as well ;)

Hope you are having a great summer despite all the bad vibes, be positive, drink lot's of water and accessorize!

Party-Sale-Anniversary-Event!

2010-06-21T00:41:00.002+03:00

MON 28/6
ωρα 8.00μμ

Hail! Hail! Summer!
PARTY@WhiteBox

Στην καρδια του Θερμού καλοκαιριού
Απ την καρδια της καυτής πόλης
Το WhiteBox γιορτάζει
το καλοκαίρι, το φως, την ελπίδα,
την αντοχή, την εφευρετικότητα,
τη συνέχεια....!

Good times do NOT end on Sundays!!
Δευτέρα 28 του Ιουνίου,
ξεκούραστοι απ τις βουτιες του Σαββατοκυριακου
συναντιόμαστε με ολους τους φιλους και τις φίλες
στον 5ο όροφο της Πραξιτέλους (26)
για χαλαρά ποτά, good spirit
και βέβαια, scanning στα special goodies των
καλλιτεχνων του WhiteBox @ special discounts!!!

Το καλοκαιρινό μας trip
Θα ντυσει με τις μαγικές εικόνες και μουσικες του
ο WaNax (aka Γιωργος Παπαιωάννου) and friends
σε μια audio visual
performance-pre launching
του event- εκπληξη για τη νέα σαιζον απο
το WhiteBox, το Σεπτέμβρη!

Hot People-Cool vibes!

WhiteBox presenting WaNax

WhiteBox opening of SuperCool buys!

We Are Having A Party!!!

....Can't miss it!!!

flyer/press release:Smaro Botsa

Whitebox @ TAF. Opening and performance today!

2010-05-11T15:39:00.003+03:00

See you there...installations will run till May the 25th! Performance will be today at 9pm and on a later date soon to be decided.

This is the link to the Facebook event for more details!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=115222655179559&ref=ts#!/event.php?eid=115222655179559&ref=ts

Digipop aka Afroditi Ioannou shares...

2010-05-07T20:56:00.006+03:00

What is your name, (age if you want) location and business name?

My name is Aphrodite Ioannou, born in the summer of 1978, also known as digipop.

What do you create/design?

I am a digital illustrator and my main project is customized Digital Portraits from photos. Visit my site for more eye candies: www.digitalportraits.weebly.com (greek), www.digi-pop.weebly.com (english).

How many years have you been involved in your field? How has your work evolved since you started?

I am creating digital art actively since 2006 but I had always been attracted to various forms of art such as photography, drawing and sketching. Slowly but steadily, people started asking about my work and that’s about when I started working on the Digital Portraits concept. Since then, many portraits “have found their way home” and I am proud to say I have many satisfied customers.

Is it a part or a full time job for you? If part time with what other projects or jobs are you involved with?

It is a part time job for the time being. I also work as a secretary and personal assistant to an economist. However, most of my free time goes into my portraits project. Digital illustration has made its way deep in my heart ;)

What inspires you?

Mainly people with positive vibes. Dealing with portraits, I always try to bring out the best in everybody. I also love urban environments as much as nature and music plays a vital role when I’m designing.

What would you consider a unique, individual quality of your work?

I’d say originality. Making customized art directly for each one’s needs. Working along with my clients in order to meet their expectations and make sure that the final outcome expresses them completely. It is a very challenging and creative procedure.

Who was your first supporter or mentor?

Nausika Georgakopoulou (http://blackcatdesign.artworkfolio.com/gallery/184312) was the person who introduced me to digital illustration and my beloved teacher. She is also a very talented graphic designer. Check out her work and see why ;)

Who are some of your favourite designers?

I could go on and on forever …
However, I won’t mention huge names such as Shepard Fairey or Tara McPherson for example, but some young people like me whose work I adore. Go on and google them up ;)
Aris Falegos
Manolis Zoulakis
Moka ART
HOPE
Alex Mavrogiannis aka yellowish
Elina Tsonaki
Maradinn
Giannis Roubanis aka sugahtank
Dimitrios Fwtiou
Olga Tzimou
b.
Stelios Faitakis

(and many many MANY more)

What are some of your favourites websites?

Your new Whitebox blog for one cause it keeps us posted with everything new, fresh and hip concerning design/fashion trends/handmade creations in general ;)

Also:
http://www.artaz.gr (staying updated with the art world)
http://monkiemag.blogspot.com/ (online greek alternative magazine)
http://www.urbanstylemag.gr/ (online greek fresh magazine)
http://issuu.com/ (huge database with online mags from all around the world)
http://etsy.com (craft paradise)
http://www.techblog.gr (staying updated with tech news)
http://www.musicovery.com (music according to your mood)

Do you have a dream client or muse?

Nobody in particular. I think each client is considered a muse as my main purpose it to please and express him through my art.

What films, books, trips etc stand the test of time?

The ones carrying the most intense memories and maybe life altering moments. The ones that somehow manage to penetrate my thoughts, dreams and fears.

Something you love and something you hate about living and working in Athens?

I love the positive vibes and the multicultural feeling Athens has. Small neighborhoods in the centre of the city, graffiti, young and noisy crowds. I kind of hate all the red tape and bureaucracy involved in public administration and also the fact that we can’t seem to keep our city clean. I’d love to see Athens cleaner and greener.

How do you promote your designs?

Mainly through the internet. Before making my own site, I have had countless of online accounts (myspace, flickr, dripbook, etc) which I still keep updating. I also participate in various group exhibs and art events. Word of mouth is also very important and it’s always super cool when a person whose portrait I’ve designed, introduces me to a friend.

What do you consider your best and worse quality as far as your business persona?

The worse quality is my indecisiveness and sometimes ‘fear’ in making big decisions or trying something new altogether. I’m working on that …
My best quality I think is the fact that I’m very polite and considerate towards my client’s needs.

What are your plans for developing your work in the future? Any projects, ideas, plans?

For now my heart is set on the EyeCandies Project (www.eyecandiesblog.com), a blog focusing in the fields of art, craft, photography and decoration. I have been receiving very good feedback and I have to confess I’m really excited about the whole process. I also have the chance to get to know more about artists I love through Interviews I organize on a weekly basis.

A second solo exhibition is also on the way. It has been a long time (almost 2 years) since my first one and I really need to express myself through personal projects as well.

How do you imagine your life will be in 10 years time?

Super busy and I hope still very creative. Probably with huge dark eye circles due to the fact that I’m constantly stuck in front of my computer screen hehehe ;)

How can we contact you and where can we find your work?

www.digitalportraits.weebly.com
www.digipop.etsy.com
www.eyecandiesblog.com
aphrodite_ioannou@hotmail.com
digiportraits@gmail.com
Facebook: Afroditi Ioannou
6975567096

It’s been a pleasure! ♥

Some interesting places to visit...

2010-05-02T23:16:00.003+03:00

Online....

http://inyourwetdreams.blogspot.com/

(amazing finds, art, graphice, photography and stuff...all inspired!)

http://www.mshove.com/cakeland/index.htm

(some creepy but beautiful cake sculptures!)

http://photojojo.com/store/

(online corner for the polaroid,lomo,photography maniacs..check out the stick on lenses for your mobile phone! http://photojojo.com/store/awesomeness/jelly-phone-filters)

http://www.ihatemyacne.com/gatopoder/

the most amazing site for cat-art-freaks

P.S. we are busy with setting up an exciting installation/performance at the Art Foundation, hence the lack of regular posts...we promise we will be back with our regular programming soon and with info on this event!

2010-04-19T23:06:00.003+03:00

This is a pretty neat concept.

Even her website has ingeniously titled *Office of Kate Bingaman-Burt* :)

The concept is based on her daily drawings of the daily ordinary even mundane objects she and we consume daily! She then binds a selection of drawings together with one original piece and offers them for sale.

In her own words...

"I've been drawing something that I purchase every day since February 5, 2006. Obsessive Consumption represents a selection of these daily drawings. I draw objects that are rather ordinary: Coke cans, Post-it notes, toilet bowl cleaner-sundry items that a lot of consumers have a shared experience with; items that we interact with, but don't really think about. I love documenting the mundane and, in turn, putting a personal face on something that is mass-produced. I make work about personal consumerism, market economies, guilt, joy, excess, more guilt, gifts, celebration, repetition, and the community of these shared experiences." —Kate Bingaman-Burt

Teaser

2010-04-13T22:23:00.001+03:00

I know a lot of you are looking forward to the new SATC movie...(how obsessed are we?) so here is a link to a short interview of SJP while shooting the Vogue cover. How very Carrie of her :)

http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103301558176&s=1326&e=001ARZF5IkY7C-t_LQktdP4erj92fshY0Byj_HygnowitAbtUoaBemMzasW36Y0HgDH-D60Xzypl1V3PSv28TICTqzwdv_iEnBUU7j_YoSLouBkN1ThK46pfXb4QdT22nkyw3slvXsf_WLJWrzA60aaVgVrNi2Wpolx-VCB15oyBn7Ln2v8inZnMeolxBwVVMFdP1ehh7yfJmdRX6P0hQ7SuQ==

New from Anna!

2010-04-08T02:36:00.004+03:00

New designs from Anna Economou Handmade... As i fondly call them

...Limited Edition PetLover bags!

I promise to love and cherish...

2010-04-08T02:21:00.005+03:00

Well nowdays, weddings don't always last forever, but you are sure to cherish these unique ideas for wedding bands...!

The first comes from Fabuluster at http://www.etsy.com/shop/fabuluster and features rings imprinted with your and your loved ones fingerprints!

The second crazy idea from Sakura Koshimizu at http://sakurakoshimizu.blogspot.com/

and are bands with a cut out of your voice pattern and of course of your significant other.

...pretty unique ideas with a deeper sentiment that goes beyond

contrived ideas of unity and marriage...

I love the contrast!

2010-04-07T13:00:00.004+03:00

Discovered this Australian artist/illustrator/creative guy

who has a great blog with an even greater title and enjoyed the contrast between his intricate and dark-ish work ;)

Visit the world of Jefferton James here!

http://cuteasfudgefactory.blogspot.com/

p.s. this photograph below was taken by a friend of his while a bunch of people were playing around in a forest on a Sunday??? what was that about i wonder!

The Meet Marketeers strike again!

2010-04-06T10:59:00.002+03:00

Don't forget to visit the Meet Market @ Gazi!

...the last part of the style pics from our SATC event!

2010-04-01T22:47:00.004+03:00

Cute 50es style tutu outfit! Razzmatazz cloths and Anna Economou clutch
The princess of the enchanting evening! Designer and stylist extraordinaire Sofia Tsopela
aka Razzmatazz!

Asymmetric top by Razzmatazz

Spring is in the air with Marika Poulopoulou *Chrystal* dresses

Kung Fu fighting!

at the end... Mutual respect!

These a-line skirts are made from vintage fabrics and are all unique.

Razzmatazz skirt and vintage clutch.

Summer slideshow ;)

2010-03-31T20:13:00.000+03:00

More SATC @ the Box! (can we EVER have enough?)

2010-03-28T16:20:00.010+03:00

The Girls were there!The tutus were there! so were the Cosmopolitans and the Paparrazzi!

In random order, here are the photos courtesy of Smaro (thanks!)....from a night to be remembered for the Carrie's (of course! ...ok, i'll throw in a couple of Samantha's) the fun, the styling, the designs by everyone and the overall merryment :)

The pics are so many, i will post in two installments!
Note: All Tutus were designed by Razzmatazz (aka Sofia Tsopela) in short and longer lengths...We all know these are cute, but who knew they would be so wearable! Also the Whitebox designers created accessories especially for the event and SATC!

Fuschia vision...Necklace {Flu:k} Smaro Botsa, rings Jewels by Jessica, clutch and hair corsage Razzmatazz, Clutch Anna Economou handbags.

All outfit by Razzmatazz!

Marika Poulopoulou aka Chrystal (of the lovely dresses) poses with two creations modeled by cute girls and Anna Economou clutches, Jewels by Jessica necklaces and original vintage pumps!

Thalia Geladaki of the famous Life in Athens blog with our Strigla (quite the opposite!) Xristinaki
Again the girls, while i spy Xristina's hubbie taking a break on the lounger!

The 3 fashionistas!

Mistress of Cosmopolitan Ceremony Anna Economou dressed as Samantha!

Tutu Dress by Razzmatazz and Chrystal dress by Marika and a lovely Mademoiselle!

Here i draw your attention to our Summer decor, the shredded paper installation that is Olga's design for this season! (Do you remember the showroom filled with her paper flowers? or bubblewrap? Always ingenious!)

Girls being busy!

Checking out the new Summer designs!

Quite a pose!

From right to left!... Haritini Krez of the OTHER famous blog The Soho Symposium, Athina Koutromanos of Ermou MAG and Catherine Rippi of Cloe Under the Sky blog, pose in front of the famous Red Wall!

Catherine in a very chic pose with Smaro's designs...

...hugging them actually!

Athena in Angela Rapti Shoes, Razzmatazz skirt, {Flu:k} necklace and Alla bag!

Wow!

Happy and beautiful!

Razzmatazz tutu, Olga Mergou silkcreen flower cuff and Jewels by Jessica necklace.

Haritini in a Razzmatazz tutu and hair corsage and a (Flu:k} cuff...She is stunning!

A bit of Audrey Hepburn mixed with a bit of Audrey Tautou!

Olga Mergou Blythe pin, Nikos Glavinas clutch, {Flu:k} Bracelet.

More photos coming soon!

SATC & the Box!

2010-03-26T01:09:00.005+02:00

Here are some pics from our last event! More will follow soon...
All images courtesy of Haritini and her uber cool blog
http://thesohosymposium.blogspot.com/

Hello Rewind!

2010-03-18T10:36:00.005+02:00

Just stumbled upon this great, small, inspiring, green company...

You have to read about them, it is not just about what they do (recycling YOUR old t-shirt into a sleeve for your laptop) but also the ethics and beliefs behind it,

as they are strong supporters of female sex trafficking survivors in New York City..

check out the website and store http://www.hellorewind.com/

and their blog http://blog.hellorewind.com/

Strange Women

2010-03-14T20:42:00.002+02:00

We just love the quirkiness and individuality of this lil' shop on Etsy!
She handblends fragrances and other body curios but has such a distinctive style and with names like Decadence & Debauchery and Astral Projection, you will want to try them all :)

Check her wears out here

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ForStrangeWomen

Get the Look @ Whitebox!

2010-03-11T11:04:00.010+02:00

Introducing a new nifty lil concept for our blog!

We will pick a theme (style, decade, star, character etc) and try create the look with designs from Whitebox, ok and maybe help from some other places! Feel free to send us suggestions for looks we can put together for you!

Here we go...first Look

*50es* Summer Retro

Chrystal by Marika Poulopoulou Summer 2010 gingham dress, Jewels by jessica birdie earrings, Anna Economou Flower Handbag, Angela Rapti cherry platforms, {Flu:k} by Smaro Botsa vintage inspired cuff, all can be found @ Whitebox and a bakelite vintage cherry brooch can be found online!

So Romantic a Gesture...

2010-03-11T10:53:00.003+02:00

I admit this Green Art Installation is not very doable or practical, but i adore the concept and how it interfears with the hostile and austere enviroment of cement paved roads....

http://www.petedungey.com/2009_02/project_pages/pothole_gardens.php

(just scroll a bit to the right to see the images...)

Just imagine implementing this idea here in Greece....We would have millions of little gardens in all out *lakouves* but they would be seriously squashed and flattened by all the cars....

Could Not Resist!

2010-03-11T10:47:00.002+02:00

...Sharing this I-POD cover design I saw on Etsy.... No comments, just enjoy :p

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41832785

Some Fashion Moments & Quotes from SATC :)

2010-03-08T18:24:00.003+02:00

SATC @the Box!

2010-03-08T18:19:00.002+02:00

WhiteBox & Razzmatazz invite you to a fun fashion afternoon dedicated to the Iconic SATC!

Razzmatazz by Sophia Tsopela will be presenting her unique Tutu designs & many Whitebox designers will create unique accessories inspired by the series!

We will be styled by Sophia & Marika as our favourite character with finishing hair & make up touches by Kiriaki watch episodes of the stylish Sex and the City,

....and of course sip Cosmopolitans and enjoy being girls!

That day as an extra bonus Whitebox will be unveiling it's Summer 2010 Collections for the first time!

As usual...! A gift basket to one lucky winner:)

See you there!

Sunday March 21st
hours: 16.00-21.00pm

WhiteBoxPraxitelous 265th floor entos stoas

210-3232343 (12-6 daily)

email: whiteboxemail@yahoo.gr

Facebook: Whitebox Praxitelous & Whitebox fan Page

News!

2010-03-01T20:44:00.004+02:00

Well, it's been a while since we updated the blog but we were busy with the first summer orders!

We have an ongoing sale on for a few more days and soon we will be unveiling our 2010 Summer designs to everyone -will keep you posted-.

We also had some great press in the Kapa of Kathimerinis Sunday's newspaper-see pic with a hard working Smaro!-.

We promise to be back with many new posts soon :)

Cyber Fashion!

2010-02-01T00:56:00.005+02:00

Here are some cool sites and blogs out there for you to discover.

...all about fashion of course!

http://www.whowhatwear.com/
Quote: WhoWhatWear.com is your immediate access to fashion as portrayed by the world's finest trendsetters.

http://www.garancedore.fr/en/
i posted the english version but there also is a french one...from the girlfriend of the beloved Sartorialist, comes an interesting glimpse of Fashionable and beautiful people.

http://lookbook.nu/
People posting their style, very cool!

http://showmeyourwardrobe.blogspot.com/
people...well...showing us their wardrobe ;p

Sales!

2010-01-28T12:50:00.002+02:00

from 10 to 40% off!
from 10 to 40% off!

One day...

2010-01-28T12:24:00.007+02:00

One day...I woke up and desperately wanted to go Shopping!...
But all around me were stores with the same fashions, faceless people buzzing around, and a deeply anonymous interraction... Then i came across Whitebox! A bit by chance, as you have to know where to look and go up to the 5th floor at 26 Praxitelous street, but a good friend suggested i visited... So just a skip and a hop from Ermou street, my usual shopping area,they opened the door for me, offered me a hot tea and a place to unload my coat and bags and after a few minutes of relaxing, told me to have a look around... I took a few minutes to check out their amazing view first!

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I saw many many goodies, from plastic, fabric, vintage to silver jewelry pieces ....

girly dresses, polymorhic garments and vintage slips...
...shoes,
(fortunately for me they were sample sizes 37 which is my size! otherwise you have to order.)

, belts, gloves, shawls, very unique collage tshirts, and amazing hanbags or every style and size!

Prices were a pleasant surprise as they were all handmade pieces and nothing was above 100 euros! Many items starting around 10-15 euros! Now from now on, when i need some pampering, shopping therapy and unique discoveries...
i know where to go!
Whitebox=26 Praxitelous str.
5th floor
near Metro station Monastiraki, Syndagma and Panepistimio
12-6 daily & 12-3 Saturdays.
210-3232343

Photoshoot again @ Whitebox

2010-01-13T22:10:00.003+02:00

This time our own Jewels by Jessica was aided by an amazing talented team who captured the style and designs of her Summer 2010 collection of jewels and clothes...

Nikos Pitsilos photographer.

Kyriaki Douka hair & makeup, who also captured these *behind the scenes* sneak preview shoots for you!

Sofia Tsop styling.

Alison Damianos (MeetMarket Athens) model.

Thanks to everyone who did such an excellent job...

and we had fun as well :)

Modern Creations Summer Trade Show @ M.E.C.

2010-01-11T17:37:00.003+02:00

Whitebox is going to participate in it's third Trade show, this time for Summer 2010.

We will showcase the work of 10 designers in jewelry, clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories.

Lots of colors and fresh ideas at stall A45 in the arts building.

Flyer by Smaro Botsa!

Whitebox Hosted a New Year's Party!

2010-01-11T17:26:00.004+02:00

Well, it seems our space is loved not only for the cool designs and the creative people

but for the ambience and location itself!

So Whitebox was booked for a New Year's party and over 300 people came and enjoyed themselves with great music that the hosts had installed...

Next week our space is hosting a wedding party as well but more about that later ;)

Nikos Pitsilos @ the Market Weekend

2009-12-28T19:12:00.005+02:00

Here are some photographs Nikos took from the bazaar at 6Dogs

and The Meet Market @ Technopolis. Both took place before xmas.

check out our previous posts on these events.

Anna (Economou Handbags) & (Jewels by) Jessica enjoying the crowd at 6Dogs

with some much needed hydration

A view of the 6Dogs space

Di Depux tending her stall

Tell Mamma and her funky ties

Oh so Merry Xmas rings and earrings from Sugar Line Productions!

A view of the circular space at Technopolis location for the Meet Market

Cruel Candy & her retro designs

Sygar Line Production extravaganza

Afroditi Ioannou and her digital world

Natural Handmade Body & Bath

One half of the talented duo B12

Ifigeneia's Home . Funky vintage revisited.

i.k. design. cool new designer @ the market

This little WhiteBox piggy went to Market :)

2009-12-23T00:23:00.004+02:00

For those who aren't familiar with the nursery rhyme...

It was to teach little kids about their toes :))

We went to the Xmas edition Meet Market located at Techopolis Gazi,

in the cool round glass thing :)

A great space where we saw several new faces and also we were pleased to witness a growing excellence in craft quality.

Alison is doing an amazing job with organizing the Market and it is growing so much in popularity we think with so many interested in participating and visiting, it could be a weekly event!

Here are some pics from the event!

Alison's creative spot

Olympia will *Rubberize* you!

Kleo and her *Skinny Legs*

Holo's upcycled oh so famous bags

Koutalitses...a tasty paradise after all the event hopping we did that day!

Posers Valia, Marta & Elissavet

Please let me know who this colorful crafter is!

(After 6 hours of visiting bazaars and talking to so many designers and friends i admit ...i was a bit fuzzy....)

New acquaintance i.k design and her funky pieces

Ioanna from *Preloved* which is a new shop in town specializing in vintage

...more soon when we visit and report back!

Ifigeneia's Home and her bohemian luxury...again, more info soon :)

A great crafty site!

2009-12-21T18:39:00.002+02:00

For those into stitching and embroidery!

http://www.sublimestitching.com/

Wag your tail if you Love Fashion Bark if you Live for Fashion

2009-12-21T14:41:00.012+02:00

The Six D.O.G.S Xmas Shopping party was yesterday as well! Located right next to the Swap not Shop event it was the next stop on our Sunday tour of Athens bazaars!

Some favourite designers and friends were there as well as a few new faces... always nice to check out the new talent! Sorry for those not mentioned...the photos were not all great :(

Despina aka Di Depux with her adorable smile...after we pleaded for one!

Decorative papier mache Art by NS Papertales

Great little frame from Drama Queen...new creations by Marina!

Perfect for your bathroom!

Nikos Pitsilos, our official photographer and Whitebox member doing his thing...I will post all his photos from the events in a separate post. Amateurs don't mess with professionals :p

funky eggs? nope, Rings! by Antonia Gkoufa

Earrings also Antonia Gkoufa

Amazing Hepburn tie necklace from TellMama

Adorable fabrics cluches and a great display by F.isalida

Sunday Stylish Events #1.... Swap Not Shop

2009-12-20T19:57:00.006+02:00

Today we went to our first Swap not Shop event hosted by 6Dogs...

it certainly won't be our last!
Brought a bag with some super wearable stuff that found new owners and left with a bag with some great finds, especially since they were original vintage pieces! A pair of cream pumps by Mouriadis, a housewife 50'es pale blue houserobe-so kitschy!- and a long vest in a velvet fabric completely hand sewn, plus some other bits and pieces!

Anna Economou from Whitebox rushing in to catch some cool pieces!

Thalia, one of the team who founded Swap Not Shop, trying to decide whether this black and white number is worthy of her stylish self :)

big bowl of accessories

love the bold mismatched color combo!

goodies waiting for a new owner

Odette, one of the 3 girls organizing this super event, with the stylish Glamour magazine correspondent

I actually wanted to grab these funky vintage chairs!

warm wine with cloves!

digging for treasure....

Odette again posing with a disarming smile!

Thanks to all the team -Odette, Thalia & Viviana for a great fun event...
looking forward to the next one!
Their website http://swishing.gr/

Today, Tuesday & Wednesday!

2009-12-20T10:32:00.003+02:00

FIND GIFTS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES & FOR YOURSELF
( ... AFTER ALL, YOU HAVE BEEN GOOD ALL YEAR!...)

CLOTHES, HANDBAGS, SHOES,
ACCESSORIES, JEWELRY, ART
PLUS ALL HOLIDAY ITEMS AT SALE PRICES.

******************************************************
SUNDAY 20th OF DECEMBER 12-6PM *OPEN DAY*
&
TUESDAY 22ND & WEDNESDAY 23RD OF DECEMBER
FROM 12 TILL 10PM !!

(Monday 12 till 6pm as usual!)
MUSIC, DRINKS & FABULOUS FUN!

@ WHITEBOX
PRAXITELOUS 26. 5TH FLOOR
210-3232343
near METRO stations
PANEPISTIMIO, SYNDAGMA, MONASTHRAKI

Mohop Madness

2009-12-19T00:46:00.004+02:00

I wanted to blog about this designer for a while now :)

Annie is a talented and ingenious craftwoman from Chicago U.S. who developed and perfected the ultimate ecological and multifunctional shoe. Also dubbed the infinity sandal!

I am a proud owner of a pair and i can attest to the functionality and beauty of them!

You can pick height, wood, sole shape and a collection of ribbons for your customized pair that will carry you throughout the seasons! check her website and designs out here : http://www.mohop.com/

Skinny Legs, Tall Talent

2009-12-19T00:17:00.008+02:00

Who is Skinny Legs?

Name: Kleo Xirou,
Location: Athens, Greece
Brand: Skinny Legs by Kleo Xirou

When & how did you start out creating your unique designs?

I started making jewelry in 2001, two years after I opened the KleoDrums workshop in Athens. I make hand-made percussion instruments, so I have a lot of tools and materials to play around with. My first accessories were layered two-tone leather and plastic cuffs – very retro 80’s now that I think of it.
Later I studied silversmithing at the Benaki Museum and the Psychiko Cultural Center with Lila Nte Tsaves. She was passionate about hand-made jewelry. Another great designer and craftsman, Pantelis Pittas, helped me refine my technical skills. I’ve tried to assimilate all their wisdom into my designs but admit I’ve utilized only a fraction of it so far.

What are the characteristics and philosophy or your work?

The defining qualities of my work are eclecticism, simplicity and quality craftsmanship. I often incorporate objects with a history, like the cinematic film of my View Carré series and the vintage poker chips of Beginner’s Luck.
I approach these “materials” as lost works of art, canvases that lack a frame, only the frame I provide does not necessarily “match” the content. This coexistence of distinct aesthetic styles, different epochs, comprises the Skinny Legs “look” as well as my personal world-view.
As a designer with no technical “background” in the arts, I exploit my ability to work intuitively, to extract design from my materials rather than conform them to a preconceived idea. This limits my potential in markets that thrive on quantity and constant variation. At the same time, it leads myself, and many designers, to seek more fitting environments, in fact, to collectively create them.

What do you see happening in the independent creative field recently?

The myriad of successful events, organizations and show rooms that promote local designers prove we are heading in the right direction. For some, these are stepping-stones towards mainstream markets. For others, they are the only way to be. We are not all scrambling up the same peak. And that is exactly why we can coexist in this landscape that’s being carved out as we go along. I’m convinced that what is emerging from the process will be greater than the sum of its parts…

Where can we find your work?
Find Skinny Legs by Kleo Xirou:
Online:
http://www.kleoxirou.etsy.com/
At the monthly Meet Market:
http://www.themeetmarket.gr/
Shops In Athens:
B612 * Karaiskaki 35 * 2103255040
Eleni Marneri Creative Gallery * Agathoupoleos 5 * 2108668195
HO::LO * Asklipiou 57 * 2103633564
Orfanidιs * Kolokotroni 27 * 2103235643
RazzMatazz * Didotou 18 * 2103643645

Big Smile!

2009-12-18T02:17:00.006+02:00

I just had to rush and share this discovery :)

It will almost certainly put a smile on your face if not a huge grin!

Georgos Vasiliadis is a vector illustrator, -not sure what that means, something technical i suppose (;p)- and is an artist bursting with color, shape and ideas about magical places and creatures...

Warning: His website is addictive...i just spent 5 minutes just looking at my happy screen :)

http://sloorpdesign.webs.com/

2010 Holiday Ideas @ WhiteBox!

2009-12-17T19:41:00.003+02:00

Even though we are in full swing, busy creating Summer designs for the January Trade Show, we had so many requests about hosting a Xmas event, that we were happy to set out a few days for our friends with longer opening hours and a twist of fun ;)

So you can visit us on Sunday 20th, the last Sunday before Xmas, -combine your visit with the Meet Market, the Swap Not Shop Event and many other downtown bazaar events on that day!...We will be open from 12 till 6pm...

and then again, on Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd from 12 till 10 pm!

We will have music, tea, snacks, good spirits and a variety of goodies to choose for your gifts and for yourself!

Go on... treat yourself to something sweet, bring a smile to our face and celebrate in style:)

Absolute Green Jewelry

2009-12-16T17:30:00.004+02:00

A garden designer turned jewelry designer...

Paula Hayes creates magical landscapes to adorn your neck but they are like your own garden or microcosmos, which you must love and care for.

Sounds like the ultimate commitment to being green wherever you go...

last image from http://www.designglut.com/2009/04/the-living-work-of-paula-hayes/

(where you can find an interesting interview)

the rest from the designer's website http://paulahayes.com/

Weird & Wonderful Art

2009-12-14T21:52:00.007+02:00

I just discovered this guy, ArtAkimbo, and i am in love! I am not one for Dali-esque type paintings or sculpures but this artist merges Dadaism, Surrealism and i am sure lots of stuff from his own unique brain cells into fun and wacky art.

He offers sculptures (not on the cheap side...), prints, magnets and other functional whimsy...check his work out and smile :) http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtAkimbo

Fashion Photoshoot @ Whitebox

2009-12-14T01:29:00.007+02:00

Today was a very creative Sunday @ Whitebox! We hosted the fashion photoshoot of the amazing designes by Thomais Straycat.

Nikos Pitsilos, photographer extraordinaire, friend and Whitebox member directed these theatrical and stylish photos, to compliment the avant garde clothes that Thomais has created.

The effect was completed by the creative touches by Hair Stylist Christos, Make up Artist Danae Tselou and the shoot was assisted by Maraki Love!

Special thanks to our model Xenia Founta who was patient, inspired and so stunningly beautiful!

Here are some appetizers ..more -final, photographer approved- photos soon, with an interview with the talented designer :)

Razzmatazz

2009-12-07T14:41:00.005+02:00

Sofia Tsopela aka Razzmatazz, has one of the coolest boutiques in town, filled with handmade goodness and some unique clothing designers from France and Spain.

She is also a great stylist and will help you create the best outfit and accessorize it with shoes, handbags and jewelry.
But Sofia is also a designer herself !and creates funkiness for the girls who want to make a splash! Check out some of her pieces below and on herself modeling them :)
She is having a party-bazzar on the 17th of December so come hang out with the cool crowd and the check out some amazing things to get for yourself or gifts for the holidays and party season!

"Oh well I saw you at the doctor's,

Waiting for a test.

You tried to look like some kind of heiress,

But your face is such a mess.

And now you're going to a party,

And you're leaving on your own.

Well, I'm sorry, but didn't you say,

That things go better with a little bit of razzamatazz? " (pulp)

.................................................

SOMETIMES THEY DO.......CAUSE WE ALL NEED A LITTLE BIT OF Razzmatazz

JUST TO MaKE IT through THE DAYDon't we?

Lomo & Holga

2009-12-06T12:46:00.008+02:00

No it is not a character from a Harry Potter film :)

It's a technique or should i say philosophy of photographing that is quite the rage right now...You could call it Happy Accident Photography!

The Lomo effect started almost by chance ...The beginning was in 1990 with the discovery of an obscure little Russian camera by 2 Austrian guys....

What followed was a new trend in photography worldwide.

In Greece, it is slowly catching on, with several people we know being involved with taking & experimenting with Lomography photos

(yes, it has a serious name!)

Holga is part of this phenomenon

The Holga is a cheap camera which through it's low fidelity image capturing and low quality technical construction, creates images that are distorted, blurry or have light leaks and such...which in turn *might* result into artistic photographs, some have even won awards worldwide.

There are many types of cameras and film, like the Fish Eye camera or the Super Sampler

check out more about Lomo here http://www.lomography.com/about

and their gallery of featured artists http://www.lomography.com/photos

Art Book & Mag Bazaar & Video Projections @ Gallery Rebecca Camhi.

2009-12-04T13:36:00.004+02:00

A cool idea for a late afternoon visit just after sharing a hot cup of coffee with your friends :)
Grab Art books or magazine editions (prices start at 0.50 euros!)
Also you can view Videos by artists Tracey Moffat, Dianna Maggana,
Aggelo Plessa, Andrea Aggelidaki and others...

Thursday, December 10th till Wednesday 23th From 12.00 till 8.00pm
Saturday 12.00 till 5.00pm
Location: Rebecca Camhi gallery
Street: Leonidou 9 Metaxourgeio
City/Town: Athens, Greece

Images from artwork by Brian Dettmer - Brave New World, 2008, altered books, 5-3/4 x 11 x 8 inches

Find more of his work http://www.mitobcn.com/brian/brian.html

Bootie Candy

2009-12-04T02:17:00.010+02:00

Feet are all the rage recently.... It is a shoe fetishist paradise!
Sculptural, impractical, statuesque, sometimes almost alien looking...
Ankle boots in particular are going strong this winter as well, with more platforms, gadgets and weird wonderfulness than ever.
Not sure if all are wearable but they are interesting eye candy :)
Here are some picks that seem practical enough to provide pleasure to those wearing them as well!
...Most images taken from http://www.net-a-porter.com/

Recycling at it's most Fashionable!

2009-12-02T15:43:00.006+02:00

Another event is scheduled from the Swap not Shop! team

just in time for Xmas :)

It's the Swap not Shop! Xmas edition @ Six D.O.G.S.

Instead of hitting the shops (again!) be a wise fashionista,

go through your closet for all your unwanted wears & accessories

....everything is requested to be in clean and good condition!....

& bring it over to the:

*come with no money-leave with a bag of new goodies* party :)

Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009
Time: 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Six D.O.G.S.
Street: Avramiwtou, Monastiraki

check out their Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=134820&id=727370898#/group.php?gid=132292216551

from where i picked up the photos ;)

Xmas/2 Year Anniversary Meet Market!

2009-12-02T15:11:00.005+02:00

At last...People were edgy, showing withdrawal symptoms...

When is the next Market, where is the next Market?

Voila & Behold, all the details for you!

The Meet Market XMAS EditionSat 19 & Sun 20/09 @ Texnopolis, Gazi

3pm - midnight each day.

This December, the Meet Market celebrates the holidays,

and its 2-year anniversary in a bombastic-bazaar-bonanza!!

Come find plenty of gifts for you and your loved ones, ranging from clothes, accessories, records, vintage finds, books, art, toys, photography, objects, christmas decorations, tasty treats, bath & body products, interactive games, free prizes and a whole lot more.

All with a full line-up of festive sounds from local djs and an infinite flow of free wine.

More details soon!

Urban Art II

2009-12-02T02:00:00.009+02:00

Art Expertise EkthesiS invites youto the opening of URBAN ART II

on Tuesday 1st December 2009 @ 8 pm

Venue: Technopolis, Gazi, 100 Pireos str., Athens

contact details: ekthesis@artexpertise.gr

Urban art is accessible for all as it is created and freely exhibited on streets and city walls. Since the time of wall painting, urban artists capture the dynamics, vibes, energy and fast pace of the cities they brighten/decorate. Their aim is to awaken their audience (all passers-by) to portray/ project underlying social issues and to light up the modern metropolis’ shadowy corners. Claes Oldenburg’s words, “you stand in the station, everything is drab and grey and suddenly one of these spray painted trains comes along and lights up the place like a large bouquet of flowers from Latin America” summarise this quite nicely.

Nikos Pitsilos, Whitebox Member and Official Photographer (!) was there and documeted the vibe and color explosion of Art & People!

Anna Economou, Katerina Sugarline Productions, Thomais Straycat -all designers-

and Madga Kaloriti -stylist- were there!

Meet Designer Stella Galanti

2009-12-01T00:17:00.007+02:00

What is your name, (age if you want) location and business name?
My name is Stella Galanti, I am 42 years old, I live in Athens.
My business name is Galanti Jewels.
I am Italian, living in Greece for many years now.

What do you create/design?
Jewels, mainly one of a kind, with sterling silver and gemstones.

How many years have you been involved in your field? How has your work evolved since you started?
I started making jewels on 1986.A gradual but strong evolution.

Is it a part or a full time job for you? If part time with what other projects or jobs are you involved with?
It is a full time job, but I am also involved in teaching Face exercise -gymnastics for the face muscles-
(For more information on the sessions contact Stella directly)

What inspires you?
The universe is my inspiration

What would you consider a unique, individual quality of your work?
Pieces of jewellery created directly from my heart according to my source of inspiration in that very moment

Who was your first supporter or mentor?
My mother

Who are some of your favourite designers?
No one in particular. It always depends on what and if I like something

What are some of your favourite websites?
Those concerning things about the universe, and everything it includes.

Do you have a dream client or muse?
My muse is my spiritual connection to the above

What films, books, trips etc stand the test of time?
Those really touching the deepest part of you

Something you love and something you hate about living and working in Athens?
I love working with my partner side by side….I do not hate something, roughness of people bothers me a little bit……

How do you promote your designs?
Through Internet (personal website), through exhibitions (important and less important ones) shops and of course through my beloved friends who choose to wear my creations proudly!!

What do you consider your best and worse quality as far as your business persona?
Best and worse? I cannot lie… if I don’t like something on you, be sure I will tell you!
But I love what I do and I am very patient with people.

What are your plans for developing your work in the future? Any projects, ideas, plans?
Future…let me work in the present to build my future! I would like to open a little shop and sell my jewels…

How do you imagine your life will be in 10 years time?
Beautiful and happy!

How can we contact you and where can we find your work?
You can contact me at the 6932913823 – 210 3245981, or go to my website www.stellagalanti.com. Some designs can also be found @ Whitebox!

Move your ASH in ART!

2009-11-30T23:48:00.004+02:00

Posting details for the Xmas Bazaar with the cool name *Move your Ash In Art!*

19 & 20.12.2009, στο ASH IN ART, ώρες 12:00-23:00

Η επικράτεια του καλού γούστου επεκτείνεται...για να φτάσουν τα δώρα της σε όσο περισσότερα αγαπημένα σας πρόσωπα. Τις μέρες που έρχονται φροντίζουμε να πάρετε όμορφα χειροποίητα αξεσουάρ, όλη την τελευταία παραγωγή από σπουδαίες χειροτεχνούσες σε κοσμήματα, εικαστικά αντικείμενα, γλυκά και χριστουγεννιάτικα στολίδια που ολοκληρώνουν τη γιορτινή σας διάθεση και ακτινοβολούν εξαιρετικό γούστο... Οι γιορτές στο Ash In Art έχουν κάτι από τα όνειρά μας.

Συμμετέχουν: ΜΑΓΔΑ ΣΤΕΛΜΑΧ, ΝΑΤΑΛΙΑ ΔΕΔΟΥΣΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ, ΜΑΡΙΑ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΥ, ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ ΘΕΟΔΩΡΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ, ΕΛΕΑΝΑ ΣΤΑΘΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ, ΜΑΡΙΝΑ ΝΗΣΩΤΑΚΗ, ΕΦΗ ΚΟΡΠΟΥ, ΓΕΩΡΓΙΑ ΤΟΛΗ, ΕΛΕΥΘΕΡΙΑ ΒΛΑΧΟΥ, ΕΛΕΥΘΕΡΙΑ ΣΠΑΝΤΙΔΑΚΗ, ΧΡΙΣΤΙΝΑ ΑΓΓΕΛΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ, ΣΟΦΙΑ ΚΑΛΛΙΑ, ΔΗΜΗΤΡΗΣ ΠΑΛΑΙΟΛΟΓΟΣ, ΜΑΡΙΝΑ ΜΥΣΙΡΗ, ΑΝΝΑ ΘΕΟΧΑΡΑΚΗ, ΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΕΛΑ ΜΗΤΣΗ, ΕΛΕNΗ ΣΑΡΑΦΟΓΛΟΥ, ΦΩΤΕΙΝΗ ΜΑΝΟΥΣΑΚΗ, ΗΛΙΑΝΑ ΜΟΥΣΟΥΔΑΚΗ, ΑΘΗΝΑ ΦΡΑΓΚΙΑΔΟΥΛΑΚΗ, ΕΥΓΕΝΙΑ ΤΣΕΡΝΙΣΕΒΑ, ΚΑΤΕΡΙΝΑ ΑΠΟΣΤΟΛΙΔΗ, ΡΑΝΙΑ ΚΑΜΑΝΑ, ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΑ ΛΟΥΚΑ κ.α.

Prada Marfa

2009-11-30T13:10:00.005+02:00

What is this? A sculpture? An installation? A symbolic building?

Prada Marfa is located in a desolate area of Texas. Almost like a mirage or an ironic statement, it startles passengers usually driving through these non descript planes with it's presence.
It is supposed to stay there letting the elements take their toll on it...

A non functional cityscape in the middle of the desert...
Weird and wonderful, or plain weird?

A Great Book for Fashion Lovers

2009-11-30T13:01:00.004+02:00

I just saw this the other day i was at Public in Syndagma.
It is a book filled with the Sartorialist's photographs and many comments...
If you by some odd chance don't know who he is, check out the link on the right...it will take you to his almost mythical blog :)
An amazing book with great fashion and aesthetics. Go get it ;)

Fashion styling and photoshoot @ Whitebox!

2009-11-28T20:30:00.006+02:00

Here are some pics from the amazing girls that came to the Beautiful Inside & Out Event and allowed us to pamper or torture (!) and transform them!
Thank you to the fashion blogs (Life in Athens, Fashion Paths, The SohoSymposium, AleccaRox), our stylists Gaffer&Fluf & Marika Poulopoulou, make up artist Georgia Kotsiopoulou, make up artist Kyriaki Douka and the photographers (Smaro Botsa, Nikos Pitsilos, Gregory Thanopoulos) who were there to document this fun, girly and lively event! You can find everyone on Facebook :)

Beautiful Inside & Out @ Whitebox

2009-11-28T20:10:00.004+02:00

This is our invitation to our November event *BEAUTIFUL INSIDE & OUT*

WHERE FEMALE CREATIVITY MEETS INNER BALANCE
& FASHION MEETS BEAUTY

SCHEDULE
1.00-2.00
SHIATSU PRESENTATION & DEMONSTRATION
*FREE PRIZE DRAW
2.30-3.00
ORGANIC SOUL -PRESENTATION, RECIPES
*FREE PRIZE DRAW
3.00-3.30
REPEAT SHIATSU THERAPY SESSION
4.00-5.00
FACE EXERCISE PRESENTATION AND FULL SESSION. ADVANCE BOOKING FOR
10 ACTIVE PARTICIPANTS MAXIMUM. FREE ATTENDANCE.
*FREE PRIZE DRAW
5.00-6.00
TEA BREAK & CONSTRUCTIVE GOSSIP
6.00-7.00
MAKE UP PRESENTATION. TIPS & DAY 2 NIGHT
*FREE PRIZE DRAW
7.30 TILL LATE / ΕΩΣ ΑΡΓΑ!
INTERACTIVE FASHION STYLING EVENT WITH
PARALLEL FASHION SHOOT BY THE BEST FASHION BLOGS!
*WHITEBOX PRIZE DRAW

*PLUS: ONE LUCKY FRIEND WILL WIN A FREE CUSTOM DIGITAL PORTRAIT
BY AFRODITI IOANNOU
*PLUS: GIOULI WILL CREATE BEAUTIFUL HENNA TATTOOS FOR YOU FOR A SMALL FEE
*PLUS: FIND ORGANIC FOOD, SNACKS AND SWEET TREATS

PARTICIPANTS
SHIATSU
EVAGELIA KOULOGLOU- www.zenshiatsu.gr
ORGANIC SOUL
JESSICA JOSAFAT- www.organicsoulbyjessica.blogspot.com
FACE EXERCISE
STELLA GALANTI
MAKE UP
GEORGIA KOTSIOPOULOU
DITITAL ART
AFRODITI IOANNOU - www.digitalportraits.weebly.com
HENNA TATTOOS
GIOULI
INTERACTIVE FASHION STYLING
KATERINA VAMVACA-ΚΟΣΤΑΣ ΠΑΝΤΖΙΟΣ-FLUFFER & GAFF
MARIKA POULOPOULOU -www.chrystal.gr
GEORGIA KOTSIOPOULOU MAKE UP-KIRIAKI DOUKA HAIRSTYLING
FASHION PHOTOSHOOT
BY FASHION BLOGS "FASHION PATHS" "LIFE IN ATHENS" "THE SOHO SYMPOSIUM"
www.fashionpaths.blogspot.com
www.lifeinathens.blogspot.com
www.thesohosymposium.blogspot.com

HOST WHITEBOX= FACEBOOK: WHITEBOX PRAXITELOUS FACEBOOK FAN PAGE: WHITEBOX

Brand New WhiteBox Blog!

2009-11-28T16:48:00.000+02:00

Welcome to our new Blog!

Stay tuned for regular posts, photos, news, events etc
concerning Whitebox
but also many interesting tidbits from the worlds of
Fashion, Design & Art!