The Bite Magazine - Autmn/Winter 2020 - Issue 28

bitefashion T allinn, the capital of Estonia, is a place where visitors from all over the world come to admire the beauty of its Old Town, the best-preserved medieval city in Northern Europe. It is in this town boasting Gothic spires, winding cobblestone streets, and charming architec- ture that couture designer Kristina Viirpalu opened her atelier in 2009. This exclusive luxury brand for the passionate modern woman celebrates strength and timelessness through opulently detailed couture pieces.  Kristina Viirpalu’s couture creations pay deep homage to historic Estonian embroidery and knitting techniques. With playful romantic patterns, styles, and ornaments, they are mixed with contemporary sources of inspiration to meet the needs of a modern woman. The masters of this unique craft create the exuberantly elaborate hand-knitted dresses with exquisite gowns and detailed couture pieces inspired by the Haapsalu shawl, a preferred accessory of the Estonian upper-class ladies of the 19th century.  Heart  My Jada Brookes explores the stunning Estonian-influenced couture creations of dynamic designer Kristina Viirpalu.  Images courtesy of Siim Kohv Ltd