Likus Concept Store (Warsaw, Poland)

Greetings from Warsaw! It's my first visit and boy, did I pick a great time to come here. It's freezing!! Sightseeing is a must (more so than shopping), but it was quite a painful, almost unbearable experience to walk around, despite UGGs and 5 layers of clothing. Never mind, I did of course find some stores and even though I was told in advance that this city "isn't for shopaholics" - untrue by the way - there are a few places worth visiting.

(image: Likus homepage)

One example is the Likus Concept Store. Like most self-proclaimed concept stores, you'll most likely end up spending more time looking at the surroundings than buying whatever they sell. Hidden in a backyard in a 19th century building that formerly housed the luxury baths and saunas, you'll be greeted by a receptionist in charge of the restaurant which is housed on the ground floor. I dined here with my significant other the same night and can definitely recommend the fusion cuisine, though the prices are quite high for Warsaw. The shop itself mainly features Diesel (entire basement) at the average European prices. Oh yeah, watch out for the pool which I almost landed in when I wasn't paying attention.

(image: Likus homepage)

Overlooking the restaurant, the upper level has a good collection of clothes and accessories by designer labels such as Viktor & Rolf, John Galliano and See by Chloe to name a few. Sales were still going on, but the store was completely empty so the staff were quite attentive. Unfortunately I didn't buy anything - I was too distracted (in a good way) by the store design to browse too much. Worth a visit even if you're not into designer fashion.

Address: 16/18 ul. Krakowskie Przedmiescie 00-325, Warsaw
Opening Hrs: Mon-Sat: 11:00-21:00, Sun: 11:00-17:00
Likus Homepage