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Welcome to this special mini mag from the team of Simply Scandi…

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ere at Simply Scandi, we get so excited by new-season collections from Scandi brands we thought we’d share a few with you in this special digital mini mag. Some of our edit might be new discoveries for you, while others might be old favourites (some have inspired for over 50 years). While they’re all based in Scandinavia, the good news is that many sell direct to the UK, or can be found in large and small stores, both bricks-and-mortar and online, making it easy to create your own Scandi style.

This mini mag was written by Nicola Capper, who curates our Simply Noted section of Simply Scandi. There was no better person for the job; Nicola’s love of all things Scandi is so amazing (and certainly contagious!). Give her a follow @nordicnotesblog for more.

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INSIDE THE SCANDI BRANDS WE LOVE…

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Bloomingville Driven by a fascination for Nordic style and living, Bloomingville is a popular choice for Scandinavian design lovers everywhere

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stablished in Denmark by Betina Stampe and her husband Simon back in 2000, this passionate and creative couple, have successfully grown their interiors brand into an inspiring name around the world. Deeply rooted in the traditional Scandinavian aesthetic, Bloomingville says it’s on a mission “to deliver happy changes to everyday designers just like you”. Offering a wide selection of fashionable, high-quality homewares at reasonable prices, Bloomingville products always add an informal warmth and modern feeling to any room in the home.

Bloomingville is based in the Danish town of Ikast in central Jutland and it is here, along with venues in the USA, Norway and Switzerland, that you’ll find its dedicated showrooms. Alternatively, and a little closer to home, shop online at AMARA, Connox, Nordic Nest, Beaumonde and Naken

You’ ll love its super-cute kids’pieces too

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BLOOMINGVILLE BUYS

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Paw cushion, £37, nordicnest.com Made from recycled cotton, this soft, graphic print cushion is sure to brighten up your favourite sofa.

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Bea jar, €24, bloomingville.com This pretty stoneware jar, with its embossed floral pattern, provides practical storage in any room.

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Guus chair, £467, madeindesign.co.uk This folding chair is perfect if you want all the convenience without compromising on luxury.

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Broste Copenhagen One of Denmark’s most-loved brands, Broste Copenhagen has been blending classic Scandi style with the latest trends since 1955

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rom contemporary furniture and lighting, rustic candles and ceramics to elegant textiles and tableware, Broste Copenhagen always adds a touch of intrigue and excitement to any room. With its long tradition of travelling the world to find inspiration, as well as the quality materials it uses, there was huge excitement back in 2020 when renowned Kristina Dam became its brand and design director. Together, with a growing number of dynamic and creative designers, Broste Copenhagen is proudly pushing colour, pattern and sustainable materials in exciting new directions each season.

Available from a huge array of UK-based independents, as well as well-known high street names, if you are looking for larger Broste Copenhagen pieces try Map Stores and Utility. Alternatively, for smaller additions, head to Selfridges & Co, Catalog or Coggles

The current collection includes beautiful glassware

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BROSTE COPENHAGEN BUYS

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Vera vase, £85, wild-swans.com This quirky mouth blown glass, will add lots of interest to a coffee table or windowsill.

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Oda chair, £458, olivias.com The perfect pop of powder blue for your dining room or home office.

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Seashell cushion cover, £63, spartoo.co.uk Covered in cheerful oysters and mussels these lovely, stitched motifs will perk up any sofa.

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Bungalow Vibrant, playful and versatile designs

Collaborating with artistans from Denmark and reaching all over the world, Bungalow loves being daring and bright

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wner/designer, Minna Hildebrandt, set up Bungalow in the summer of 2004, drawing on her extensive travels through India and south Asia as inspiration. Fascinated by the traditional crafts of the region and the repeating patterns and motifs produced, Minna embraced block-printing techniques, and today offers some of the best textiles and handmade paper products in the market. Through its products these thousands-of-years-old techniques are given a contemporary twist.

Bungalow has a fantastic showroom in the wonderful Nørrebro area of Copenhagen. Meanwhile in the UK, you’ll find Bungalow stocked at a large number of independents, including Willow Natural, Stripes, Bias, Jo & Co Home and Bode Living

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BUNGALOW BUYS

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Jazzy pitcher, £50, roseandlyons.co.uk Sure to look good on any table, this handmade deep blue ceramic jug has matching tableware.

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Leaf flowerpot, £54, curated living.co.uk The perfect little pot for a shelf or side table. Add in a tealight for cosy vibes.

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Cubic duo box, €48, bungalow.dk Delicate recycled paper boxes suitable for gifts as well the prettiest of storage.

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Ferm Living Since its launch in 2006, Danish design brand Ferm Living has grown into a leading name in modern Scandinavian decor

Soft shapes, rich textures and curious details

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hen Trine Andersen couldn’t find the right wallpaper for her own home, she turned to her background in graphic design to create exactly what she was looking for. Little did she realise that what began as a personal redecoration project would go on to become Ferm Living. With new products added every year, today Ferm Living offers an array of incredible furniture, iconic lighting, and creative home accessories. A clean, Scandinavian aesthetic mixed with bolder statements, whatever Ferm Living piece you choose, it will be a worthwhile investment and a joy to use every day.

A must visit when spending time in Copenhagen, the Ferm Living Boutique is located in the Christianshavn district, a short walk from the iconic Nyhavn. If you are looking for inspiration a little closer to home, then head to Truce, KIN, Maven, Lifestory or Is To Me

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FERM LIVING BUYS

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Alee bath towel, £55, truceonline.co.uk Nothing quite beats a soft, thick, 100% GOTScertified cotton towel after a day at the beach.

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Plant box, £209, kinhome.co.uk New for SS22, this bright blue plant box can be used for everything all around the house.

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Blue handle tray, £45, wearemaven.co.uk Perfect for drinks or as a striking centrepiece, this hand-braided tray is sure to be a talking point.

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Himla Swedish textiles brand Himla has all you need to create a home filled with a naturally luxurious atmosphere

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ounded in the 1990s by Helena Ingvarsson and Marie-Louise Almgren, whose initials form the name of the brand, Himla’s simple yet colourful textiles have sustainability at their heart. One of the first textile companies to be fully GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified, Himla creates timeless products made of linen, wool, silk and cotton. With so many colours, hues and shades to choose from the creative possibilities are endless, but every Himla piece is always designed to be mixed and matched, so you can invent your own, personal style.

Himla has its main flagship store and ‘Inspirations Outlet’ in Uppsala, as well as concessions in all the leading Scandinavian department stores. In the UK, however online retailers include ARIA, Royal Design, Divertimenti, Abode Living and Nordic Nest

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Sunshine table runner, £24, royaldesign.co.uk This finely woven, linen table runner will bring the warm of a summer’s day to any occasion, whatever the weather.

Mix and match across its calming palette

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Elin tea towel, £13, abodeliving.co.uk Made of pure linen with a woven stripe for a rustic look, these soft-to-thetouch towels come in a pack of two.

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Levelin throw, £169, ariashop.co.uk Crafted from 1linen and woven in melange yarn to give a crinkled surface, this throw looks and feels wonderful.

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#SIX

House Doctor From humble beginnings to an international design company, Danish brand House Doctor has been part of our lives for two decades

Best sellers to trend-led arrivals

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rought to life based on a desire to inspire and help others, sisters Rikke Juhl Jensen, Gitte Juhl Capel, along with their brother, Klaus Juhl Pedersen opened their first store in the town of Ikast in 2002. Over the last two decades, while the brand’s popularity may have soared, their deeply rooted sense of Scandinavian style with an industrial twist has remained the same. At House Doctor details matter, with its in-house team now creating over 1,800 carefully curated quality products, all made with feeling and designed with functionality in mind.

With showrooms in its native Ikast, Stockholm and Hamburg, House Doctor products are sold through an ever-expanding network of independent retailers. In the UK our favourites include Lifestory, Nordic Muse, The Little House Shop, Coffee & Cloth and I Am Nomad

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HOUSE DOCTOR BUYS

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Note lamp, £239, nordicnest.com This sleek lamp with its lightly textured grey glass shade will create the perfect cosy atmosphere.

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Heme throw, £59, royaldesign.co.uk Thanks to its thick cotton weave, this throw is wonderfully soft, while its stripes add soft colour.

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Hapur dining chair, £134, folkinteriors.co.uk Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, this braided chair is as stylish as it is comfortable.

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IB LAURESEN BUYS

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Watering can, £12, englishheritageshop.org.uk Available in an assortment of colours, this watering can has an elegant spout.

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Valencia votive, £18, trouva.com These simple ribbed glass tealight holders come as a set of two, available in pinks, browns and greys.

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Jute flower rug, £107, monpote.co.uk This charming, but hardwearing rug feels soft underfoot, perfect for hard-working rooms.

IB Laursen With its romantic and rustic style IB Laursen has been helping to create cosy Scandi homes for over 50 years

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Homeware that looks new yet loved

ounded in 1971, and still based in Denmark’s oldest town of Ribe, today it is IB Laursen’s son Peter who leads this much-loved brand. Perfectly combing Scandinavian nostalgia with inspiration drawn from fairs, flea markets and trips around the world, IB Laursen’s unique collection of furniture, glassware and home accessories manages to look modern and vintage at the same time. All designed inhouse and sustainably produced, IB Laursen also offers a growing number of beautiful outdoor pieces too, helping to make a patio, balcony, or terrace just as welcoming as any room in the home.

With its only dedicated showroom located on the outskirts of Ribe, those looking to add IB Laursen to their collection here in the UK should try Folk Interiors, Butikken, The Little House Shop, Mon Pote and The Danes S I M P LY S C A N D I

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Lapuan Kankurit For Finnish company Lapuan Kankurit weaving is more than a way of life – it’s been in its blood for over a century

Textiles to fall in love with around the home

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amily-owned, and led by its fourth generation of weavers, Jaana and Esko Hjelt, Lapuan Kankurit produces sophisticated linen and wool textiles adorned with delightful patterns. With its own weaving mill in the small town of Lapua, the 30-strong production team takes pride in preserving ancient crafts and traditions, sourcing quality materials and producing cloths, blankets, towels and scarves of impeccable quality. What makes Lapuan Kankurit really stand out however, is its approach to design, with new designers from both Finland and abroad are given the chance to try new approaches and techniques.

Lapuan Kankurit’s flagship store can be found in the heart of Finland’s capital city, Helsinki. Here in the UK fans can pick up their products from the Finnish Design Shop, Skandium, Cloudberry Living, Couverture & The Garbstore as well as Hus & Hem

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LAPUAN K ANKURIT BUYS

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Triano tea towels, £15, cloudberryliving.co.uk This geometric two-toned design is double woven so its soft to the touch and super absorbent

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Tulppaani cover, £69, finnishdesignshop.com The lovely tulip pattern will bring a feeling of freshness and lightness to any chair, sofa or bed.

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Sara blanket, £132, skandium.com Probably the softest blanket around, the Sara is made from the highest quality wool.

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Nordal This family-run brand from Denmark believes your home should reflect who you are and what you love

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un by three passionate siblings Signe Nordal Madsen, Mads Nordal Petersen and Emil Nordal, Nordal was originally founded in 1991 by their father. Fusing a rustic aesthetic with classic Scandinavian functionality, Nordal products are packed with character and personality; they are inspired by trends, but not dictated by them, and strive to offer pieces that look good as well as serve an everyday purpose. Inspired by the family’s roots on the east coast of Jutland, the colours, textures and shapes used in its seasonal collections are all found naturally in the Nordic landscape.

Nordal has a number of customer showrooms in Denmark, Norway and Holland, but sells a broad selection of its products online, including at AMARA, Choice Furniture and Wayfair; selected pieces are also available through North Home and The Forest & Co

Seasonal collections of furniture, lighting, textiles and home decorations

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NORDAL BUYS

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Kleio portable lamp, £149, theforestandco.com Perfect for use indoors or outs, this rechargeable LED lamp offers 10 hours.

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Tepin drinking glass, £14, northhome.co This beautifully patterned glass will make the perfect accompaniment to a cool summer drink.

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Trogir basket, £152, amara.com Made from seagrass and in two sizes, this basket is perfect for laundry, toys or storing cosy blankets.

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#TEN

OYOY It’s a very special year for Danish brand OYOY Living Design as it celebrates its tenth anniversary

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ade to accompany modern family life OYOY Living Design offers creative and playful home accessories for all those in search of re-calling childhood memories and creating new ones. Founded by Lotte Fynboe, while studying for her product design degree, many of the pieces developed during her studies went on to become part of the first OYOY collection, and some are still running today.

Whether it’s items for your home, the super cute Mini collection, or the latest outdoor range, everything OYOY produces follows the mantra, ‘less is more’ to ensure all designs are simple, functional, and long-lasting.

With a growing number of stores across the UK stocking OYOY Living Design products, alongside a number of online retailers, we recommend heading to Skandium and Object for homewares, or Scandiborn, Really Well Made and Kidly for the Mini collection

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OYOY BUYS

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Outdoor Kyoto mattress, £104, folkinteriors.co.uk This mattress is perfect for sunny days at home or an adventure out.

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Follow the Rainbow wall rug, £90, kidly.co.uk Brighten up a little one’s bedroom with this super stylish woollen hanging.

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Mizu glass, £30, scandi born.co.uk These elegant and graceful mouth blown glasses come in a set of two.

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