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Katalin Hampel Put on the Hungarian design map with her unique marriage of
traditional Hungarian clothing with a modern flair, Katalin Hampel designs women's
clothing marked by delicate precision of handmade embroidery. Open Monday
through Friday 10am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm. V. Váci u. 8. &
1/318-9741.
www.tangoantique.com. Metro: Vörösmarty tér (Yellow line).
La Boutique Showcasing the products of significant high-end shoe designers, the
shop specializes in men's shoes and the prices match Western designer label prices.
Open Monday through Friday 10am to 7pm, and Saturday 10am to 4pm. VI. Andrássy
út 16. & 1/302-5646. Metro: Opera (Yellow line).
Látomás Run by 25 suave creative designers, the shop is a fresh addition to the grow-
ing Hungarian fashion marketplace. The sexy, chic, and unique hats, jewelry, and acces-
sories are intended mostly for women—although men might find some must-have's as
well. Browse through their spicy secondhand clothing stock as well. Open Monday
through Friday 11 to 7pm, Saturday 11am to 3pm. VII. Dohány u. 20. No phone. Tram: 4 or 6.
Manu-Art Handmade by local designers, these warm clothes are likely to cheer up
those who work in the cool outdoors. Odd fluffy sheep, crazy snails, or curlicue non-
figurative designs suit all ages. Open Monday through Friday 10am to 7pm, Saturday
10am to 2pm. V. Károly krt. 10 & 1/266-8136. Metro: Astoria (Red line). There is a 2nd store in the
busy Mammut mall (same phone).
Náray Tamás Situated in the posh Ybl Palace, across from the Central Kávéház,
this elegant and spacious shop sells the creations of one of Hungary's most celebrated
designers, Tamás Náray. The clothes are tasteful, yet the materials used have much to
be desired. The cutting-edge status of the collection is reflected in the extreme price
range. Monday through Friday noon to 8pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm. V. Károlyi M. u. 12.
& 1/266-2473. Metro: Ferenciek tere (Blue line).
Retrock A group of young contemporary designers swimming against the main-
stream fashion-current established this colorful boutique comprising one-of-a-kind
clothes and accessories. Sanctuary for extreme fashion aficionados. Open Monday
through Friday 10:30am to 7:30pm, Saturday 10:30am to 4:30pm. V. Ferenczy István u.
28. & 1/318-1007. www.retrock.com. Metro: Astoria (Red line).
Tisza Cipó A former Soviet-era brand, Tisza Shoes has been smartly resuscitated
into a retro shoe brand that shot up on the must-have shoes in Hungary. It is now
enjoying its laid-back, high-end segment market position. Open Monday through Fri-
day 10am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm. VII. Károly körút 1. & 1/266-3055. www.tiszacipo.
hu. Metro: Astoria (Red line).
The Art of MAG Design Jewelry
Nine gifted jewelry artists joined forces in 2001 and now offer quality jewelry
under the label MAG Design, managed and directed by the friendly Péter Lip-
ták. Best in show: Klára Abaffy combines silver with various exotic materials;
Eszter Zámori works with gold, silver, and colorful precious stones (and some
pieces make slight sounds as you move); and Gyöngyvér Gaál once combined
miniature flowers with silver, coral, and polyester. See the MAG Design wares
and talk to Peter in the VAM Design Gallery, which is open Monday to Friday
from 8am to 6pm (Tues 1-4pm), at Váci utca 62-64 ( & 30/984-3616 ).
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