Marimekko!
Pretty cool name right? I first heard of Marimekko when I started my first job
(still current). It was so different. So colorful. So
creative. So modern, chic and
sophisticated. The store itself is a playground, ready to shop in.
Marimekko
was established in 1951 and is a Finnish (1 of the 2 official languages of
Finland) textile and clothing design companies known for its original prints, colors
and readymade products. The brand is so distinct it is almost impossible to
pass by a print and say: “THAT is Marimekko”. They heavily stand apart from
everything else and that is what I love about them not to mention their very
creative, bold prints.
In 1960
Jackie Kennedy herself posed on the cover of Sports Illustrated in a sleeveless
red Marimekko dress. It was an instant hit and soon spread the word on this
newly developed company. In 1974 over 300 patterns had been printed on fabric. They
went from fashion clothing, to bags to home accessories! Marimekko’s textiles
are printed on cotton and linen fabrics. The collections also include a variety
of goods such as kitchen and tabletop products, bed lines and bathroom
textiles.
Marimekko
can be seen in magazines, Crate and Barrel, Banana Republic and even on
airlines! They continue to grow their company and I can’t wait to see what is
next! Below get a small glimpse of Marimekko and tell us what you think!
Color Stripes
Shop some of our favorite patterns/accessories from Marimekko!
1. Kukkuluuruu Pillow Sham / 2. Unikko Mug / 3. Lumimarja Pillow Sham / 4. Rasymatto Pitcher / 5. Kippis Plywood Tray / 6. Kurjenpolvi Paper Napkin / 7. Unikko Red Paperless Post / 8. Kukkuluuruu Coasters / 9. Mini-Unikko Medium Coin Purse
“The themes for the prints are drawn from life and the world:
nature, events and people.”
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