We've discovered a collection of playful children's clothing, in a way that will stimulate the children to express themselves, perhaps like never before. I don't know if you were like me, who loved dressing up? From playing the princess in school to spending hours after hours in my mums wardrobe... I could never get enough of diving into luxurious pieces, generously fitted in extravagant fabrics...
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The average UK family will take three holidays a year and an increasing number head to off-the-beaten-track destinations to ensure children get new cultural experiences. And more families than ever are taking ‘edventures’ – long-term trips where children learn on the road. A few months or a entire year, off school and work, travelling and exploring together. Now, this delightful new...
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I am super excited to announce that I will once again work for CIFF KIDS. This season I'll be moderating the panel discussion. And I can't wait to talk trends, technology and last but not least, sustainable style in Copenhagen! We'll be addressing issues concerning today's kids fashion and lifestyle industry, an important aspect of this is of course sustainability. The UK based trend-forecast...
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We've just returned from our skiing holiday in Trysil, Norway and I just wanted to share this amazing Winter destination and ski resort with you... Trysil is situated in the heart of Norway, merely a 2 hour drive north from Oslo Airport (watch this space as they are building a second airport only 45 min away - ready for travellers for the winter 2019/2020 season) with airport transfer directly...
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Violet is the color at the end of the visible spectrum of light between blue and the invisible ultraviolet. Pantone has announced that it is indeed Ultra Violet which will be the colour of 2018. So I decided to see wha't currently available in this dramatic shade... In history, violet and purple have long been associated with royalty and majesty. It's more blue than purple and it can definitely...
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Open to all is perhaps the most magical celebration of the year, the Lucia concert. Tickets are still available for the London Swedes event taking place in the Asylum Chapel from the 10th to the 14th of December. 100% Christmas Spirit and happiness guaranteed. For the third year in a row, the organisation LondonSwedes are hosting a set of unique Christmas concerts in the stunningly setting of...
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We'd love to see you in-store for a Scandinavian themed afternoon and evening of Christmas festivities. The event will be at BONORDIC in 124 Upper Street on Tuesday 5th of December, from 1 to 8pm. Bring the kids down in the afternoon for some creative fun or just come by later for a festive drink and a spot of shopping. We are so proud of being part of BONORDIC's event alongside some of our...
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How to make the most out of Christmas? Let yourself inspire be these Scandinavian traditions! Visit a Christmas Market It's a tradition to visit a Scandinavian Christmas Market. These are usually outdoors, selling Christmas decorations, cookies and sweets as well as hand made gifts. There are no less than four Scandinavian Christmas Markets in London, usually taking place the last weekend in...
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This is not a blog post about how sublime the smoked salmon from the Norwegian smokehouse in Hackney is. Nor is it to tell you about the opening times or the last order date before Christmas. Hansen & Lydersen has had an incredible journey from its humble begins in the courtyard of a derelict building in Stoke Newington - and straight off to a flying start onto the London food scene, loved by...
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Just in time for the 1st of December, here are the most fabulous Scandinavian Advent Calendars to buy for Christmas 2017. From sleek and sophisticated to charmingly handmade... here are our favourites! Lakrids by Johan Bülow Liquorice Advent Calendar Seasons greetings with this gourmet advent calendar... This is the advent calendar I usually end up with as I absolutely love liquorice. And you...
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