Marimekko s/s 13, The Art of Printmaking - Colour for a Reason

This season there was no Marimekko fashion show in Helsinki, instead it was held at New York fashion week – the fact that we are all so proud of!! Couple of days later, Helsinki crowd gathered to a movie theatre, where the NY debut was shown on the big screen. There was a lot of colour and prints– the core of Marimekko. Models took to the runway barefoot or sporting some Marimekko print Converse, smiling; the casting was also interesting as it showed a variety of different models. 

Images courtesy of Marimekko - Runway photo credit: Billy Farrell Agency

Impi dress

Kosmos dress & Mansikka Converse platform shoes

Jooa trousers & Uimassa blouse

Hurmaus dress - Limited Edition

Salsa necklace & Rytmi, Liike, Humppa, Pyörre bracelets

Pastelli dress

Sitruunajätski dress

Planeetta dress & Pluto hat



Pyrstötähti bag

Bassi jacket, Visti dress & Lisa wooden clogs

Pinkki dress

Koboltti dress

Matikka dress & Lisa wooden clogs

Mervi dress

Hengaillaan leggings & Nautiskellen shirt - Asleep

Iltauinti dress

Heilahdus dress - Limited Edition

Marimekko macaroons

Toimi, Kauko, Olga & Pasi

On Wednesday evening it sure was cold outside but not so inside of Marimekko’s flagship store, where a new ‘Normi’ -bag line was launched. The atmosphere was cosy & relaxed: 60’s tunes were played on the decks while organic snacks were served, but what about the bags...Called Pasi, Olga, Toimi and Kauko, they come in four sizes either in colour or black, each finished with a leather handle. Designed for Marimekko by Tuula Pöyhönen, these bags are predicted to be future classics. 

(Images by Marimekko and me)

Kauko

What to fit inside!

Toimi

Comme des Garçons @ Artek

Last night I attended the opening of the Comme des Garçons pocket store at Artek Helsinki. Titled as ‘The Two Towers’ it is an installation of merchandise literally in a form of two towers. Selection includes beautiful wallets, ‘Shirt Forever’ button down shirts, perfumes, t-shirts etc. Event also included the launch of the new CDG perfume and meet&greet with the husband of designer Rei Kawakubo and CEO of the company, Adrian Joffe. Great night and more importantly great to have this concept in Helsinki!



Images by Artek and me.

 

 

 

 

Filippa K flagship store opening

Yesterday I popped in at the new Filippa K flagship store grand opening. The store (that stocks women's clothes, shoes and accessories) opened for public as of today at the Kämp Galleria in Mikonkatu, Helsinki! Lots of lovely pieces there, I can tell you, minimalistic and timeless yet very contemporary & stylish  – well worth a visit! My personal favourites included a hand knitted, off-white jumper with details at the front and a light beige, simple and oh so practical beanie – both in 100% wool. Might have to go back for those, I reckon! Company that lists its values as style, simplicity and quality will be a welcome addition to the Helsinki's shopping scene!

Going to start using this wallet straight away, it is a perfect size! Most wallets are just too big for my small handbags and I always find myself going back to use these iffy Marni cloth bags, which I have tons of. This is going to be a slightly more elegant and grown-up version!

Images by Filippa K / Spalt PR / Fi Aikon and me.

Marimekko spring/summer 2012

“The fragrance of spring’s first flowers. The sounds of arrival and departure in the busy port. The colourful market, alive with smiling people, fresh vegetables, fish, seagulls. Long, leisurely hours spent with friends in cafés, parks, the nearby islands. Bike rides to the allotment garden to witness the miracle of growth.”

Images by Marimekko and me.

I love going to the Marimekko shows because they always make an effort with the set design, no exception this time as it featured barefoot models on a water-covered runway. Collection was presented at the Caple Factory yesterday and it was based on moments of life in Helsinki. After the show the guests were shown to the separately build area with cosy tables&chairs and lights hanging from the ceiling. Marimekko fabrics, prints and crockery were strongly present as traditional Finnish bun and drinks were served.