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10 Estonian style items you can add to your wardrobe Vincent Teetsov Spring is here, and you might be looking through your closet wondering how you can freshen up your look. Here are 10 Estonian-made/designed items that are built to last. 1) Duchess of Lore: Celestial Poly Chiffon Scarf (50 Cana dian dollars) Ashley Lennox, an EstonianCanadian illustrator and crafter based in Toronto, created this
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spread of disinformation. They also enable us to address climate change issues and speed up the transition towards a green economy. Estonian IT-cluster companies organized the “Hack the Crisis” hackathon, which rapidly grew into a worldwide movement. Over the Easter weekend, the Estonian initiated global online hackathon provided solutions that were inspired by aspects of practical life and by the UN sustainable development goals. Similarly, the EU Com mission hosted the pan-European “EU vs Virus” hackathon to develop innovative solutions aimed at fighting the pandemic. Fully integrated public services and full compliance with data privacy rules is the way to build a secure and broad-based digital society. Today, the world is concerned with an imminent and deep economic recession, and a disruption of existing global supply and value chains. In the post-pandemic world, economic growth needs an accelerator. Digitalization of society, employment of new technologies and business models using the potentials of information technology may become a key factor. Last February the European Commission unveiled its White Paper on Artificial Intelligence: a set of ideas for a digital transformation of Europe. Over the next five years, the Commission will focus on three key objectives: technology for people, a vibrant and sustainable economy, and sustainable democratic society. The digital future of Europe reflects and reinforces the concept of European integration and solidarity and the importance of shared freedoms and values.
mystical scarf. It elicits feelings of long sunny days and mys terious summer nights. At 50”x50”, it’s long enough to cover your neck and shoulders to protect from the sun or to wear as you go for an evening stroll. https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ KiisuNurr 2) Wooden Lifestyle: Balendin wooden bowtie (32 Euros) A fast Estonian favourite, this particular tie stands out with its light colour and natural wood patterns. The fabric in the middle, which then ties nicely around and under your shirt collar, can complement another trace of blue in your formal get-up. https://www.woodenlifestyle.ee/ mod_shop_013a006f03db c5392effeb8f18fda755_ Balendin_eng 3) Tanel Veenre Jewellery: Fruits of Doris earrings (130 Euros)
The New York Times recently assessed that some countries might have a competitive edge on their way out of the COVID-19 crisis. Estonia is among them due to the digital nature of its society, the thriving startup ecosystem and its agile business and government partnerships. Estonia’s experience in the digital state is unique to the world. Because of its digital society, Estonia has been able to keep most of its national systems and infrastructure running smoothly. The coronavirus knows no borders and, therefore, international cooperation is our best weapon. The spread of the coronavirus has shown that there is a great need to support the development of countries in their digitization journey and to ensure access to secure digital services. Estonia is ready to share its experiences and help other countries to implement large-scale public sector digitization projects. Digital skills can contribute to resolution of international crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic. As the coronavirus constitutes a serious threat to international peace and security, Esto nia, a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, intends to pay special attention to the these aspects during its UNSC presidency in May and beyond. Employing digital methods and new innovative solutions to organize public life may face failures and risks along the way, but it is even more risky not to embrace digital change at all. Estonia has the necessary ex perience and references to share the skills of building a secure digital society. Digital solutions, if used smartly, make economies grow, governments more efficient and the world a better place. Digital society, if widely practiced, is not just a norm but a lifestyle.
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being in a car crash are far lower than getting coronavirus and needing to self-isolate.
These earrings are made of cubic zirconia, wood, silver, and “cosmic dust” as described by award-winning jewellery designer Tanel Veenre. The cherry red stones balance the teardrop shape of the earrings. The brand’s slogan is “King dom of Dreams”, and indeed, this unusual shape is dreamlike, almost like a tropical fruit. https://tvj.ee/product/fruits-ofdoris/ 4) Aegaon: Tabula Rasa 44 quartz watch (249.38 Euros) “Aegaon” is a reference to the Estonian phrase “Aega on” (as in “take your time”). Aegaon’s ethos is one of making time and space for your own way of life. The watch face is 44mm in diameter, about 5mm larger than normal, with the crown placed prominently on the upper left edge of the watch face, making for a confident timepiece. The Ronda caliber 17 Swiss quartz movement in place is claimed to make the internal battery last for 60 months. https://aegaon.com/collections/ gentlemen/products/tabula-rasa44-quartz-1 5) PRII: soft cotton hommiku mantel (bathrobe) with silk collar (169.62 Euros) If you’re outside of the city this summer, you may indulge in some sauna and lake swimming. On a cool, misty morning, you might go out on a dock with a nice cup of coffee. In both instances, despite it being summer, you’d benefit from a comfortable robe to cut the cold a little bit. All of these robes are sewn in Estonia, with soft fabric that’s agreeable and comfortable against skin. This particular robe stands out with its contrasting paisley trim cuffs and silk collar. h t t p s : / / w w w. p r i i . e u / l i s t ing/649270025/perfect-gift-formen-high-quality-robe 6) Katre Arula Meistrikoda: MARIE Yellow handbag (54 Euros) Working from her seasonal studio in Põltsamaa Castle, Katre Arula personally makes each of these bags, including the delicate velvet roses on the front. As an added bonus, these bags are sustainably manufactured out of the leftover ma terial of furniture production. There’s plenty of interesting background story as to how this bag was created, which will bring lots of character and personality to your wardrobe. https://www.katrearula.com/ product-page/marie-yellow 7) Estcraft: Long linen trou sers (82.80 Euros) How do you like to spend the spring and summer? Playing
frisbee on the beach? Wood working outside? No matter the activity, these breezy linen trousers will keep you cool outside and can be ironed nicely and matched with a dress shirt if the occasion calls for it. These trousers are relaxed and smart at the same time. https://estcraft.com/linen/men-strousers/long-linen-trouserswhite 8) Népra: Fortuna logo top (56 Euros) This top is soft and breathable, with a medium-high neckline, comfortable for intense sports like weightlifting and rock climbing, where you need lots of space and flexibility to move your arms. Though Népra’s designers are Finnish, they chose to partner with Kamilla, a manufacturer in Tallinn. The 13 women of Kamilla, along with the two women who founded Népra, work with dedication to produce active wear that considers ergonomics and style, but also ethics in terms of the environmental impact of the materials they use. https://www.wearnepra.com/ products/fortuna-logo-top 9) MyGrannySocks: Granny knit woolen socks (48.81 Canadian dollars) Wouldn’t it be nice to have socks made with love and care? This Saaremaa vanaema (grandma) hand-knits socks just like that: socks that could be worn over athletic socks when you go on long hikes. They’ll keep your feet comfortable. Plus, the beauty of wool is that even if it gets wet, you stay warm. https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ MyGrannySocks 10) TOKU: “Helsinki” men’s leather sandals (69.17 Euros) Wide soles, comfortable padding, and distinguished brown leather: TOKU makes these sandals in the town of Kirum pää in Võru county, building on a 93-year tradition of making shoes. It’s a tradition that will serve your feet well! https://tokushoes.com/product/ helsinki-him-bordeaux/ ••• I hope this list has given you some inspiration for the next few months. Even just one of these 10 items of clothing and accessories can spiff up your style in a noticeable way.
Perhaps the worst interpretation of empty shelves is from the people who compare this situation to life under communism. Modern supermarkets have sophisticated supply chains with “just-in-time” deliveries, which helps lower costs for everyone but doesn’t give us much flexibility when there is a sudden change in shopping behaviour. Slight fluctuations can lead to empty shelves, but they will keep getting restocked every day. The supermarkets will need to adjust to the new patterns of shopping behaviour during this crisis as people buy larger quantities less frequently. Still, I don’t think anyone would want to pay more for their groceries so that their local supermarket can switch to in-house warehousing over just-in-time de liveries. The most irrational examples of “panic buying” are simply based on inadequate information, which can be fixed with adequate information. Food security is not under threat and neither are toilet paper supply chains, but you can forgive some people for being a bit confused in this rapidly evolving situation instead of sneering at them. By the way, toilet paper takes up lots of shelf space, which is why a small number of hoarders can create the impression that everyone suddenly rushed out to buy it. Don’t let anyone break down our trust in each other Bad information can flourish without good leadership based on trust and transparency. It’s also being amplified by disinformation campaigns. Our adversaries don’t just want to create panic but also make you believe that everyone around you is panicking because they know that’s a destructive mentality. By encouraging that perception, the ultimate aim is to break down our trust in each other and in our way of life. So if you are thinking of denouncing panickers, perhaps by sharing a video on social media about people fighting over toilet paper, pause and consider whether that is really anywhere close to a fair representation of the reality around you. I would encourage you instead to look out for acts of bravery and kindness during these times. There are endless stories to choose from. Don’t fall into this cult-like mentality that assumes everyone else around you are stupid and panicking. They are not. Have a bit more belief in people. Be kind. We are all in this together and we will get through this. Times of crisis bring out the best in people and if you are sitting at home anxious about what is going to happen then I think it will bring out the best in you too.
