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WHERE RETREAT AND CREATIVE EXCHANGE MEET: APPLY FOR THE LIBKEN SUMMER ACADEMY IN THE UCKERMARK
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WHERE RETREAT AND CREATIVE EXCHANGE MEET: APPLY FOR THE LIBKEN SUMMER ACADEMY IN THE UCKERMARK

Making summer plans already? How about a creative retreat in the countryside? Well, we happen to have just the place for you. Nestled in the outskirts of the quaint village of Böckenberg in the Uckermark lies a hidden gem called Libken. Housed in a four-story residential building, once home to agricultural workers, Libken now serves as a haven for artists, thinkers, and activists with residencies of up to three months. Last summer, the Cee Cee team embarked on a two-day excursion to experience a “mini-residency” at Libken, delving into creative workshops in the garden. The experience left us yearning for longer stays in this inspiring environment. While Libken’s exterior may retain the simplicity of its prefabricated origins, inside, it boasts a tastefully modern design. The building features eleven studio apartments, some dedicated to painting and drawing. In addition to the kitchens in the individual apartments, a spacious kitchen on the first floor serves as a communal cooking space; we delighted in preparing homemade pasta with wild herbs sourced from the surrounding area. Additionally, two multifunctional rooms are available for movement workshops, yoga, dance, exhibitions, and more. However, it was the expansive garden that truly captivated us. Here, one can wander among fruit trees, gather around the fire, or engage in lively discussions around the table. Libken provides everything that is needed for a rejuvenating retreat: spaces for solitude and focus, opportunities for the exchange of ideas, and room for creative expression and experimentation. Whether seeking a solitary escape or planning a group retreat, Libken caters to all needs. The breathtaking views from the garden windows serve as a constant reminder of the tranquility found in nature. If you’re tempted to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind this spring or summer and embrace new perspectives, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Libken team via email.

Text: Nina Trippel / Photos: Alexander Gehring & Stephan Bögel

Libken, Ort Böckenberg 17, 17268 Gerswalde; map

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VULVA DIVERSITY THROUGH ART — HOW ARTISTS FREE THEMSELVES FROM FEELINGS OF SHAME TOWARDS VULVAS
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VULVA DIVERSITY THROUGH ART — HOW ARTISTS FREE THEMSELVES FROM FEELINGS OF SHAME TOWARDS VULVAS

“Um, my vagina doesn’t look like this. One vulva lip is longer than the other.” This blunt observation comes from 17-year-old Aimee Gibbs in the Netflix series “Sex Education” as she holds a teaching model of a vulva in her hands. And this is exactly what Amorelie wants to shed light on with the exhibition Vulva – Diversity through art. Together with sexological bodyworker Iva Samina and curator Julia Meyer-Brehm, it provokes an important discussion because, with four billion women worldwide, diverse representation of vulvas is long overdue. The exhibition is a joint project by Amorelie and Iva Samina. The exhibition is three days long and includes photographs by four artists Jennifer Adler, Ute Klein, Lorelai Wimmer and Jaqueline Louan, which were taken during Iva’s “Vulva Watching” workshops. But it’s not only photographs that await you. There are also vulva sculptures by Vulvarium on display. The exhibition is both artistically inspiring and educational! Amorelie and Iva have also come up with something for your ears. At an audio station, you can be a fly on the wall at one of Iva’s past workshops and listen in, immersing yourself in the atmosphere. In addition, various vulva-related workshops will take place at three other locations. These have been organized by Iva, together with the coaches, and offer you the opportunity to brush up on your anatomical know-how, for example, what the term “body sex” means. There will also be plenty of sensual workshops on offer, including the “Yoni, Cacao and Clay Workshop”. So, if you’re curious, drop by the exhibition and embark on an enlightening journey that delves beyond the surface (of our clothes)!

Text: Alison Musch / Photos: ​Jennifer Adler, Robyn Steffen

Amorelie, Torstr.66, 10119 Berlin–Mitte; map

Vulva – Diversity through art, 08.–10.03.2024 Fri 12–20h, Sat & Sun 12–18h

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@ivasamina
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TIMELESS CUTS, HIGH QUALITY AND FAIR PRODUCTION — OFTT, THE SMALL FASHION LABEL IN PRENZLAUER BERG

TIMELESS CUTS, HIGH QUALITY AND FAIR PRODUCTION — OFTT, THE SMALL FASHION LABEL IN PRENZLAUER BERG

In 2005 I was in the midst of my teenage years. Y2k fashion was trending for the first time. I learned exactly what was in-trend from the senior girls at my high school and fashion magazines (printed on actual paper) targeted at an adult readership. At least that’s what it seemed like, although I didn’t know a single grown-up woman who read such magazines. What I learned in those magazines was not only the latest “styles” but also the language to describe them correctly. The words “key piece,” “basics,” and “boyfriend look” were particularly enlightening. When I read them I could clearly imagine a future life — a life full of romance, personal income, and a neatly organized closet. Over the years, I came to realize that successfully finding such pieces is as complicated as successfully mastering love, a career and a tidy wardrobe. But when I did succeed, it was usually accompanied by ecstatic feelings of happiness. The small Berlin label Oftt evokes such feelings. Founded by designer Ashley Marc Hovelle, Oftt is located in a small store on the northern edge of Oderberger Straße. The store is simple and cozy, and the collection is small. Every style can be worn with each other, a concept often pursued and failed by brands, but it works here. All cuts are designed for male bodies, but most pieces make perfect unisex looks. All materials are GOTS-certified, meaning the cotton is organic and grown with rainwater. The colors are simple yet incredibly beautiful — from the anthrazite vegan silk bomber jacket (cotton-based) to the pastel linen shorts,, the materials are thick, high-quality and well-made. Production takes place within Europe, in Portugal and Germany. Novelle knows the producers personally, and many of his customers. He often works in the store himself, offering advice and talking with warmth and laughter. He sold me a pair of jeans in January and since then, I’ve only taken them off to wash them.

Text: Hilka Dirks / Fotos: Soeren Jepsen

Oftt World, Oderberger Str.37, 10435 Berlin–Prenzlauer Berg; map
Tues–Fri 14–19h & Sat 14–18h

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KEEP DREAMING ABOUT THE FUTURE — DISCOVER YOUR DREAM MASTER’S DEGREE AT ONE OF THE BEST UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD AT THE QS MASTER’S FAIR
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KEEP DREAMING ABOUT THE FUTURE — DISCOVER YOUR DREAM MASTER’S DEGREE AT ONE OF THE BEST UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD AT THE QS MASTER’S FAIR

When I finished my Bachelor’s degree, I found myself in a bit of a rut. I didn’t feel ready for the world. I wanted to learn more but I was bored with my average German university. I yearned to pursue a Master’s degree but I wasn’t sure which field of study to pursue. The only thing I knew for sure was I wanted to study somewhere else — to meet new people, discover new interests, and overcome new challenges. In the end, I decided on business in Berlin. The city was new, the people were different, and the coursework was engaging. I came to appreciate and love it all. However, there were times when I wished I had aimed even higher, ventured further, and expanded my horizons and professional development. For those who have not yet pursued their Master’s degree (or are contemplating another), an informational event is scheduled for 12.03.2024. Attending this event will provide the extra ounce of courage needed to travel to destinations like the USA, France, Berkeley, INSEAD, and NUS. QS, the publisher of international university rankings, cordially invites you to the QS Master’s Fair at the Titanic am Gendarmenmarkt, where 25 top international universities will showcase themselves. Admission is free, and the event includes lectures on financing, feasibility, and, best of all, exclusive scholarships for attendees. What better motivation for shaping your dream future?

Text: Rosa Zwitscher / Photos: Cottonbro, Pixabay, Yan Krukau

QS Master-Messe, Titanic Gendarmenmarkt, Französische Str.30, 10117 Berlin–Mitte; map
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12.03.2024 16h30–20h. You can register here for free.

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FIRST, THERE WAS A DRESS — “PAST INTELLIGENCE: GIVENCHY, ULI RICHTER, STUDENTS” AN EXHIBITION AT THE KUNSTGEWERBEMUSEUM

FIRST, THERE WAS A DRESS — “PAST INTELLIGENCE: GIVENCHY, ULI RICHTER, STUDENTS” AN EXHIBITION AT THE KUNSTGEWERBEMUSEUM

Once upon a time, there was a dress. Designed in 1986 by French couture designer Hubert James Marcel Taffin de Givenchy, who also founded the House of Givenchy in 1952. The dress is long, made of velvet and silk, with a bow and everything else that comes to mind when you think of the words “dress” and “haute couture” — the dress of all dresses, so to speak. Perhaps it was this that attracted the West Berlin cult couturier and former UdK professor Uli Richter so much so that he reinterpreted the dress himself a few years later. His interpretation from 1989 sets the tone for the exhibition “Past Intelligence: Givenchy, Uli Richter, Students”, which can be seen at the Kunstgewerbemuseum in the Kulturforum until 26.05.2024. The focus of the discussion is: What can young fashion designers learn from the past? Based on the designs of two of couture’s godfathers, young students from Atelier Chardon Savard at Macromedia University Berlin explored this very question. Reconstruction, deconstruction, new construction for cut, material, and role models. The result is an entertaining and approachable exhibition, with samples to try on and an upcoming workshop entitled “I’m sewing my own Givenchy dress”, where you can sew a dress with help and guidance, and reflect on the question of where Givenchy ends and your unique design begins.   

​Text: Hilka Dirks / Photos: Franka Dehmel, Lola Schreiner, Noa Lesche

Kunstgewerbemuseum, Matthäikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin–Tiergarten; map
Tue–Fri 10–18h, Sat–Sun 11–18h
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Past Intelligence: Givenchy, Uli Richter, Students until 26.05.2024.

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