How do you think Coco Chanel's home would look like if she lived today? She famously once said 'Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance.' A Danish design company has bravely brought fashion designer extraordinaire Coco Chanel's living room into this century. In conjunction with Paris Fashion Week, the Danish design company & tradition was given the opportunity to redesign the living room...
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Soft Gallery launches 'the artisan' collection for AW17. We've had a look and here are our favourite pieces. Dream, risk, create. We are artisans. This is what we do. 'The Artisan' collection emphasizes the faithful and heartfelt essence behind the Soft Gallery universe, the sensitivity of an artist and creative inputs from modern life and the world that surrounds us. This is how Soft Gallery...
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The news of plastic being found in tap water is the final straw. Reusing our shopping bags is not enough. We need to reduce waste, plastic in particular. Recently we discovered Bulk Market; A zero-waste, plastic free grocery shop in London. And it's simple! You'll bring your empty containers, or buy a reusable one there. The weight of the container is deducted when you pay at the till. So what...
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A small but wearable collection in soft jersey cotton, featuring whimsical prints and practical details for dressing... The new collection from Monsieur Mini is one not to miss! The collection, fittingly named 'the bear collection', is presented in a soft colour palette; powder pink, chocolate brown, forest green and charcoal grey as well classic stripes. The print colours are organic and will...
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H&M's next exclusive designer collaboration will be with ERDEM, the London-based label loved by celebrities and fashionistas alike. So, when can we expect the collection in store? Designer Erdem Moralioglu is one of fashion's most romantic creators, whose exquisitely crafted pieces celebrate the power of beauty by exploring historical references and personal narratives. Erdem Moralioglu was born...
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Have you seen the new Angulus Kids autumn collection? There's no latest hyped trend or poor fit... Just timeless crafted children's shoes; lovingly handmade chelsea boots and mary janes, in the finest leather quality. Angulus was founded in Copenhagen in 1904 and is today a leading shoe brand in Europe. Their shoes are handmade with much attention to detail during every step of the manufacturing...
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For Autumn Cecilie Bahnsen presents a collection of nicely tailored, contemporary yet super feminine garments. It's a true mix of Paris and Copenhagen, wonderfully minimalistic yet so full of intricate detailing. You see soo many collections and you think; 'How hard can it be to make something nice, something wearable yet something new and fresh!?' And then Cecilie Bahnsen comes along... "Is the...
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There are not many Nordic restaurants to be found on the London food scene. Some come and go, some are only 'Nordic inspired'. But the authentic, the real deal... Here are the top 5, from Michelin Star restaurants to pop-up supper clubs. Texture is all about head chef, Agnar Sverrisson. At the Michelin-starred restaurant in Marylebone (opened in 2007) Sverrisson successfully combines seasonal...
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Scandinavian children's clothes, less colourful but still cool and arguable more than ever; quality kidswear that allows children to be children and play freely. There are a myriad of options online so we thought we'd share our favourites - where we recommend to buy Scandinavian children's clothes in the UK. So, in no particular order... and please, do add your own favourite shops or suggestions...
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If you are looking for a getaway to experience an authentic white Christmas, there are some truly fabulous cozy cabin style hotels, tucked away in Winter Wonderland far, far North... We have chosen three truly amazing hotels where you can spend an unforgettable holiday! Scandinavian Christmas is one of the most searched topics on this blog. And I can only assume there's many of you dreaming of...
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