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Summer Fashion in Barcelona

Mónica Boixeda Barcelonian, Only-Be

Fashion is always one step ahead and during the recent fashion weeks we could see the trends for winter and spring of next year. Here’s a short summary of this year’s summer fashion. Barcelonais a popular tourist destination, especially during the summer when many people come to enjoy the beaches and nightlife of the beautiful Catalan capital. In fact, it’s not surprising that styles found on the streets here are of all types and often blend influences from all over the world. But there are always a few trends that determine a particular year’s “summer look”, in a similar way that a certain song will dominate a season. Walking the streets inBarcelonaI have noticed some trends: Neon Let’s start with colors. Each season has certain colors that dominate, and this season they are fluorescent colors, a trend that very much reminds me of the eighties. Shoes, accessories and nails in fluorescent colors call for attention and are also a bit daring. Maxi skirts One trend that has stayed with us since spring is the maxi skirt. You can see it in many variations. Some are very formal in chiffon, for example, and worn with heels, but with a pair of flip flops and your bikini underneath, this can be your go-to outfit for the beach or whatever. Backs Baby got back! With such high temperatures it is normal to wear less clothing, and this summer one sees many backs. Girls are wearing a lot of dresses and shirts with an open back. Patterns Patterns this summer are very colorful and lively. And people aren’t afraid to mix different patterns,... read more

Feist’s first time in Turkey. Her ‘Metals’ Tour comes to Istanbul.

Mónica Boixeda Istanbulite, Only-Be

We have to go back to the distant 2004 to mark the beginning of the professional background of Feist, the official “solo career” to understand her because before, in 1991, being only 15 years old, the Canadian singer had begun her musical career. It was in May 2004 when her first album, Let It Die, saw the light thanks to being nominated three Juno Awards, of which she won 2. Best Alternative Album and Best New Artist. Hence her popularity was in crescendo, until her name hit the mainstream and her music began to spread around every corner of the globe. Three years later, in autumn 2007, it was the turn of another extraordinary work, The Reminder, which was consecrated on the Olympus of the Gods of canadian music. Everyone will remember the cut 1234, Inside Out, I Feel It All or My Moon My Man and the success which it was accounted for . Then silence. For 4 years we heard nothing new from her. Still her fanbase kept growing. After this pause for reflection, relaxation and exploring new ideas, Feist returned to give his public her last album, Metals, in 2011. The tour is now the protagonist, it has exactly this name: Metals Tour. On Saturday August 25, she will step in Istanbul within the framework of the Istanbul Jazz Festival, is the first time at all that the singer will tread the Turkish capital. Therefore, if you are in Istanbul, finally time to enjoy the music of Feist properly has arrived. Half Europe, half Asia. Between tradition and modernity. Istanbul´s cultural scene is so broad, fresh... read more

3 open-air pools in Rome

Mónica Boixeda Only-Be, Roman

Do you feel hot visiting Rome? Is the heat not going away? Is it hampering your progress through all the landmarks you want to see? Of course, one always prefers going to the beach when it´s hot in summer and, although the beaches aren´t far from Rome, many go to Rome to visit monuments and the idea of leaving the city breaks all the plans. Don´t worry. Here´s a list of a few small oasis where you can cool down without having to rent a car to go to the beach. Here they are from most expensive to cheapest: If you want to treat yourself Pretty Woman-style and show off that great body around the glamorous pool of the Hilton Hotel, you can do so for 45€ on weekdays and for 85€ on weekends (as long as you´re not staying there, in which case it would only cost you 18€) OSClub: Right behind the Trajan thermal baths, is this pool, which has a fabulous bar that also serve you fresh drinks and homemade food. If you go all day long, from 10am until 7pm, it costs 20€ but if you go from 2pm, it costs just 15€. However, these prices are only for weekdays, with it being more expensive on weekends. Circollo belle arti: This pool finds itself in the Flaminia district. Pros: it only costs 12€ all day or half a day if it´s a weekend. Cons: there are many activities going on, which means there are a lot of children and teenagers running up and down. However, it´s good to keep it handy in case you want to... read more