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New times in Communication

November 29, 2009 by Cristina S. | Comments (0)

The communication EXPO week is a yearly event held by InHolland HogeSchool, where students and companies are brought closer together. On one side by a great offer of guest lectures from national and international organizations. And on another side by strong pitches, where students work on a case for a week in order to solve a communication related issue for the companies.
This year the Expo theme is ‘New times in Communication’. “Hereby we will concentrate on all communication developments of the past, present and future. The new media is the highlight during this event, at which we will look back on the past, retro in a playful way.”

Last week, CRAVE amsterdam participated in the event as a guest lecturer.
I am delighted to see that the university has intention to let these young students get involved with the real business world. Marketing requires not only the attractive creativity but also the practical sense. It is important to integrate the new ideas from these young people, while proceeding the concept with the more practical steps. It is win-win situation if the students ideas are being considered: students learn the lesson and the companies get the direct contribution from the markets.
At the end of the event I was happy to see that our CRAVE team won the student competition within the university.

Art in Heaven

November 24, 2009 by Cristina S. | Comments (0)

Unlike most ateliers that are based in souterrain, Daniella Rubinovitz’s Atelier is situated in an inspiring attic of a monument building on Prinsengracht.

Daniella runs the Atelier Werkplaats Molenpad, which was established in 1975 by Michiel Dhont. At this Atelier, Daniella gives intuitive painting courses for personal development.

She connects intuition and emotion with art, guiding you to make contact with your own inner wisdom.
The meditations start upon climbing the stairs. When you enter her studio you are invited to leave your thoughts behind to start painting. Then you can continue with personal dialogue with your own creation. This process supports the mindlessness of being where you can experience your own inner peace. Aesthetics judgments are set to the side, allowing the existence of freedom.

She gives group courses, one off workshops, and individual sessions. If you want to be in the know, you can sign up for her newsletter.

Pamper, Protect and Purify: Best of Facials

November 18, 2009 by Cristina S. | Comments (0)

Your face. It’s one thing that sets you apart from everyone else on earth, which is why you need to keep it looking fresh and fabulous. Cancel that morning appointment and indulge in some facial therapy. Taking care of yourself is a necessity, caring for your skin will empower and energize your inner goddess. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa facial and hit the holidays running!
We’ve compiled a list of where you can find the best facials in town whether you’re looking to get away from the crowds of the city or somewhere to go during your lunch break.

Soap Treatment Store

Entering into the tranquil atmosphere of a Soap Treatment Store, you are stepping out of the tension and stress of daily life to take some time just for yourself. Here you will be cared for by people, treatments and products of the highest quality. The SOAP skin therapists are real authorities in skin care and skin improvement.
Before every facial, the SOAP skin therapist makes a thorough skin analysis to decide the emphasis of the treatment and how we can work together to get a softer and radiant skin forever. The SOAP skin therapist will make a personal program for you to achieve maximum result and to keep them.

Aveda Dayspa

In our Aveda Lifestyle Spa, directly beside the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam, we offer several treatments to nurture your total body. We pay attention to quality, personal touch and details. Our “Purefessionals” combine Oriental philosophies and Western techniques to obtain a physical and mental balance. Our spa services are broad yet exclusive. Besides the Aveda facials, we offer several unique massages and spa treatments.

Ariane Inden

Entering an Ariane Inden shop feels like a relaxing break after a busy day. The interior is nice and modern and radiates peace and beauty. To try, feel, smell, and apply different products. That is important to us. Perfectly relaxing. Relief of stress and rush. A calm feeling. Just doing nothing. The Ariane Inden salons stand for quality and extraordinary results. It is a fact. Facial treatmenta are based on the 32 skin types. Skin renewing and problem solving. Special masks and sophisticated ampoules. Perfection. That makes a huge difference.

Express Yourself – Amsterdam’s Best of Thank You Cards

November 12, 2009 by Cristina S. | Comments (0)

Have you ever walked into the standard grocery store, browsed through the greeting cards section in hopes of finding something decent with which you could express your gratitude, and instead found yourself deeply disappointed with the tacky designs and clichĂ© messages that they offer? We have! So we’ve investigated the small local businesses that know their stuff when it comes to stationary good and accessories. Take a look!

A bit of BLOND everyday

BLOND-AMSTERDAM started in 2001 in Femque and Jannekes first ever studio at the Spuistraat in Amsterdam. The colourful and sometimes naughty style of the earthenware and paintings immediately appealed to a large audience. The personal illustrations are carefully created at the girls shared desk.
The reason for the enormous popularity: Blond Amsterdam represents a certain attitude to life: light, positive, naive, cheerful and accessible.

4CARDS

“4CARDS was born in April 2006 after my own need for hip, cool and fresh designs for a birth announcement and wedding invitation. I love to design birth announcements, wedding invitations and other cards as it is always for a very special occassion. People trust such an important card to you which is very special to me. Our style is colorful, fresh, hip but also sweet and soft.” – Muriel Idema

DaskasÂź

DaskasÂź, the place to go to for unique gifts and presents. Daskas has been on the Haarlemmerstraat since 1990, one of the quaintest shopping streets in Amsterdam. Conveniently located near Central Station and the Jordaan, our customers include local residents, tourists and people visiting Amsterdam for the day.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT
CRAVE COMES TO AMSTERDAM!

November 4, 2009 by Cristina S. | Comments (3)

For several weeks we’ve been working on the idea to bring the CRAVE concept to Amsterdam. This is a dream come true: I want to introduce you to our CRAVE Amsterdam team.  Yes, the CRAVE book is coming to Amsterdam and we are on a mission to find the women in this city doing cool things. On your left is Barbara Barnes @fashiontweet, Melody Biringer (CRAVE creator) @melodybiringer, Cristina Stoian @kittynel, Isrid van Geuns @ISlinks. In addition not show is Annelies Osinga @styliesh and Athalie Stegeman @athaliestegeman
I am so pumped to work on this project with these awesome women!

If you want to be in the know, follow us at the facebook fan page or twitter.

Stay tuned!!