Tuesday, June 5, 2007

Stockholm's boutiques offer fantastic brands and choice

Stockholm is a Mecca for innovation, fashion and design. If shopping is your thing, checkout some of Stockholm's brands.

Angela C

In the heart of Stockholm city, Angela C has been selling exclusive Italian footwear, for both men and women, since March 2005. Angela C stands for quality, whether in their range of shoes, bags and other leather accessories, the stores interior design or their knowledgeable staff. Although the greater part of the boutique’s range consists of their own Italian-manufactured products, they also carry items from Free Lance, Ralph Lauren and Sand.
Björn Borg
Björn Borg needs no introduction, being one of Sweden’s, and perhaps the worlds, most well-known athletes. But since the mid 80’s his name is also synonymous with fashion, and is a market-leading brand in men’s underwear. Björn Borg has grown to be one of Sweden’s leading fashion names, with sales throughout Scandinavia and the Benelux countries. The trademark of the brand is creative design with sporting references, and the company has been acclaimed for it’s spectacular, innovative advertising campaigns. Björn Borgs three concept stores in Stockholm offer the whole brand range, including clothing, underwear, bags, footwear and fragrances.
BYUS
If you’re looking for broad selection of exclusive brands combined with an excellent level of personal service, check out BYUS. BYUS offer hand-picked items from such chic, timeless brands as D&G, Day, By Marlene Birger and Bruuns Bazaar. They also carry a wide range of jeans from american lables Seven, Blue Cult, True Religion and J&Company. At BYUS you will also find contemporary names like DKNY Jeans, See by Chloé, 2707, Friis&Company, Nolita and Maia. BYUS/For You help you to expand and enhance your wardrobe after your own needs; they also guarantee a shopping experience that's second to none!
Dry Lake
Dry Lake offers exclusive, carefully selected items from the hottest new names in the international fashion world at their exclusive premises in the high-fashion Mecca of Sturegallerian. Their range consists of unusual, up-and-coming fashion items with a feminine, sexy look specially chosen to meet the expectations of their discerning, trend-conscious clients. Here you will find such brands as sass & bide, Botkier, Rock Republic, Ingwa;Melero, Earnest Sewn, Superfine, Ksubi, Juicy Couture, Alexander McQ, Strenesse, Patrizia Pepe, Paul & Joe among others, each individually displayed to great advantage at their elegant, minimalistic boutique space.

Design Torgets
''New, carefully chosen items. Every week.” That’s DesignTorgets idea in a nutshell. DesignTorget’s unique ’jury’ continuously select objects from established and new designers, which are then sold, in limited editions, through the company’s seven boutiques across the country. DesignTorget place high demands on quality and functionality, as well as exclusivity - their ambition is always to be the first to sell the item in Sweden. DesignTorget also prize humour and creative thinking when evaluating a new item for their range. Some objects have a DesignTorget lifespan of just a few weeks, while popular items may last months or even year.

DTAILS
At DTAILS you will find an unrivalled range of fashion watches, beautiful jewellery and trendy sunglasses hand-picked from leading brands, as well as exclusive limited collections from the four corners of the globe. DTAILS assembles its collection from both trade fairs and individual craftsmen, always with the criteria of being ”perfectly chosen”; simply put, the best and most popular goods in the range, always at attractive prices but without compromising quality.

Efva Attling
Although she began her training aged 16, Efva Attling’s career as an internationally renowned jewellery designer took a 27-year break as she fulfilled other ambitions to see the world, both as a model and musician. Returning to jewellery, she used the experiences and influences gained to create beautiful artefacts in gold, silver and gemstones, often engraved with texts, which have inspired such celebrities as Sharon Stone, Madonna and Lisa Marie Presley to wear them.

Face Stockholm
Born in a small village in the Swedish countryside, Gun Nowak, founder of Face Stockholm, had no greater ambition than to see the world. By the 1980’s she owned three of the hippest fashion boutiques in Sweden, but was increasingly frustrated at not being able to find make-up to match the neon-coloured fashion of the time.

She soon realised that the only solution was to get into the cosmetics business, and in 1980 opened her first boutique in Stockholm. Success was immediate, and a decade later FACE had established outlets at several exclusive locations in New York, including SOHO and Madison Avenue.

Georg Jensen Damask
Enter the world of Georg Jensen Damask and experience 250 years of weaving tradition and a unique collection of designed damask table cloths, runners& napkins, bed linen, terry towels, kitchen textiles and matching accessories. Classic and innovative designs created - and constantly renewed - by such visionary Scandinavian designers as Arne Jacobsen, Diana Holstein and Charlotte Lynggaard, combined with first-class materials and the traditional damask weaving technique. In our Swedish flagship boutique you will find the complete Damask Collection 2007 – as well as the damask tablecloth designed exclusively for the World Scout Foundation by H. M. Queen Silvia of Sweden and designer Diana Holstein in honour of His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden's 60th birthday celebrations and the Centennial of the World Scout Movement in 2007. Let us inspire you by creative table settings & beautiful home textiles to highlight your home - or to find the very special gifts to bring home in distinctive gift boxes.

Grandpa’s
Enjoy Grandpa’s relaxed ‘at home’ atmosphere while browsing their unique and varied selection of wares. Here you will find everything from brand-name men and women’s clothing and garments from up-and-coming Swedish designers, to designer items for your personal space, unusual gifts and second-hand furniture from the 60´s and 70´s. Grandpa is one of a kind, with it’s mix of high fashion and cool stuff, located in trendy SoFo on Stockholm's hip south island.

GUESS by Marciano
GUESS by Marciano is the new runway-inspired line from fashion giant GUESS. It's a highly sophisticated and sexy collection created for the contemporary trendy people. The collection offers everything from detailed tops to fabulous cocktail dresses and tailored jackets, creating a complete wardrobe that will take you from early morning to late night in fabulous style. In addition to apparel, GUESS by Marciano also offers shoes and bags in the new boutique. Also you will find the famous GUESS PREMIUM jeans concept together with a range of watches, sunglasses and fragrance. Apart from the great clothes, the boutique in Stockholm is a modern vision with elements of glass, wood and steel mixed together with custom-created shades of blue to accent the collection. It all comes together to create an atmosphere of luxury and indulgence.

Gucci
Founded in Florence in 1921, Gucci is one of the world's leading luxury brands. It designs, produces and distributes high-quality luxury goods, including ready-to-wear, handbags, small leather goods, luggage, shoes, gifts, fragrances, eyewear. Gucci manufactures all products in Italy. The Gucci shop in Stockholm, Sweden represents all product categories. Welcome to view the collection.

Gåvan
Gåvan is a classic interior design boutique which has been an established name in homestyling in Stockholm since the 1970’s. In addition to furniture and drapery, Gåvan carry a wide range of other accessories, including cushions, lighting, throw-rugs and other items designed to make your home more beautiful. The atmosphere in Gåvan’s premises is classically stylish and comfortable, and if you are looking to re-create the same feeling, their knowledgeable staff are happy to help. Gåvan also sew drapes to order, and their beautiful creations are often be seen in their window displays.

J.Lindeberg
With its roots in the golfing world, J.Lindeberg is today a globally recognised modern fashion label, worn by such celebrities as Bono, Brad Pitt, and Angelina Jolie. Four collections are produced for both men and women; j Lindeberg Concept, Progressive Tailoring, j.lindeberg.denim and Future Sports.Visit J.Lindebergs flagship boutique in Stockholm, where Johan Lindeberg himself creates the display concepts.

King Lily
The fashion conscious girl with an eye for unique design and top quality need look no further than King Lily. Here you will find a stylish blend of confidence, toughness and femininity in a range including dresses, skirts, tops, jackets, shoes, handbags and accessories. Opened in March 2006 by Karin and Sofia, King Lily is always on the lookout for new brands to boost their reputation as suppliers of new and exciting fashion wear, from both international and Scandinavian designers. Browse the King Lily collection in an eclectic interior comprising Art Nouveau murals and found furniture, and relax in white leather armchairs to contemplate your purchases.

Knits
Knits – modern knitwear and design offer modern designer knitwear for the woman who demands quality, innovative design and a high level of individuality. The collections, from new and established Scandinavian and international designers, come in a wide variety of materials and styles, from unique items of contemporary design with roots in Swedish traditional techniques and patterns, to fine gauge updated classics. Over half of Knits – modern knitwear and design’s selection are only available here, and comprise garments in wool, linen, cotton and even a handmade Alpaca wool collection. Located in the historic old town of Gamla Stan, the minimalistic boutique environment is designed to display the garments to their best advantage, with knowledgeable and dedicated staff providing a high level of service to their clients.

Bo Knutsson
For thirty years Bo Knutsson has been active in the world of antiques and art. Five years ago his son Fredrik joined the business, which today has two main areas of speciality; Scandinavian design from the 1900’s; and items of cultural value from the 17th and 18th centuries, whether glass, ceramic, wrought iron, brass, woodwork or items of furniture. As well as a sizeable collection of glassware from all of Sweden’s historical glassware giants, Knutssons also work with contemporary artists such as Ann Wolff, Kjell Engman and Klas-Göran Tinnbäck. Silversmith Wiwen Nilsson is doubtless Swedens best known, and Knutssons have displayed her works at home and abroad for the last twenty years, as well as work from a number of other well-known names.
Lars Y Johansson Smycken & Antik

As a contrast to all the hyper-modern fashion and design articles on offer through our butiques, why not complete your purchases with a Victorian lava cameo antique bracelet from the 1850s, or even a rococo crystal chandelier? At Lars Y Johansson Smycken & Antik you will find a wide range of antique jewellery, plus silverware, chandeliers and furniture, in many different styles, dating from 1700 and onwards.

Since the 1960’s, gold- and silversmith Lars Johannson has been active in the antiques world; since the 1980’s as a respected valuations expert both at Stockholm’s Chamber of Commerce and on Swedish Television’s Antiques Roadshow program, plus at major antique trade fairs in Sweden and Finland. Lars Y Johansson Smycken & Antik specialize in unusual pieces available nowhere else, as well as Lars’ own made-to-order designs.

Lundgrens Antikhandel AB
Whether your interest is fine Swedish antiques or runs to the more international, a visit to Lundgrens Antikhandel will be more than rewarding. Browse their selection of furniture, mirrors, chandeliers, bronzes and paintings from the 18th to early nineteenth centuries, chosen for their exquisite craftsmanship by three generations of the Lundgren family. Take home a piece of history! Lundgrens ship worldwide.
Modernity
Modernity offers vintage high quality 20th century design - furniture, lighting, ceramics and glass. The emphasis is on Scandinavian design, by amongst others: Wegner, Juhl, Aalto, Mathsson, Jacobsen, Salto, Friberg, Wirkkala and Sarpaneva. Modernity also have a good selection of pieces by other European designers as well as offering a source facility. Modernity is a member of SKAF, the Swedish Art- and Antique Dealers Association, and is consequently a member of the international antique dealers association CINOA.

Mulberry
Mulberry is a British design company renowned world-wide for its craftsmanship and quality. The brand's backbone is an extensive line of luxury bags for men and women that combine stylish, stand-out design with the finest leathers and detailing. In addition to leather goods like the rugged, sexy, Roxanne and the "all rounder" Bayswater which have become covetable fashion classics, Mulberry has grown to encompass women,s wear, mens wear and interior design . The design ethos, whether a loveable vintage print chiffon blouse, "old friend" soft leather field jacket or weekend bag in distressed Darwin leather, has its roots in the heritage of the company which was established by Roger Saul in the 1970s in rural Somerset. Mulberry flagship store is offering all product categories.
Nathalie Schuterman
Nathalie Schuterman is a multi brand store offering handpicked pieces from the worlds top designers such as Prada, Marni, Marc Jacobs, Chloé, Balenciaga, YSL, Michael Kors, Tod57's, Bottega Veneta and more. The store carries a perfect mix of high fashion and is situated in the heart of Stockholm’s fashion district on Birger Jarlsgatan 5. Nathalie Schuterman offers personal service and an ultimate shopping experience for clothing and accessories for women and men. Nathalie Schuterman also carries a complete selection of children's wear with brands such as Bonpoint, Caramel, Simple Kids, Quincy, Pépé, Start-Rite, Prada and more.

Nutida Svenskt Silver
Welcome to Nutida Svenskt Silver, Stockholm´s exclusive modern silver gallery. Nutida Svenskt Silver offer unique silverware designs such as candlesticks, bowls and pots, as well as exciting jewellery pieces, created by Sweden’s foremost silver- and goldsmiths. Quite simply an exciting and innovative gallery, showing the best of Swedish silver design. They also host special exhibitions throughout the year.

Nymans Ur 1851
Nymans Ur 1851 is Sweden's leading outlet for exclusive watches from Rolex, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Officine Panerai, Audemars Piguet, Chpoard, Breguet etc. An excellent level of service combined with unrivalled knowledge of Haute Horlogie, plus our sole rights to several brands have made Nymans Ur 1851 Sweden’s most successful retailer of exclusive, quality timepieces.

Oriflame
While in Stockholm, you simply must not miss the opportunity to experience the only Oriflame retail store in the world! Since 1967 Jonas and Robert af Jochnick have supplied their skin-care products, based only on natural ingredients, directly to their customers. And although Oriflame's products are today available in 55 countries worldwide, nowhere else can you experience the whole range of cosmetics under one roof, as well as enjoy a manicure or other beauty treatment at the hands of our highly-trained experts.

Orrefors Kosta Boda’s
Swedish glass mesmerises and entices audiences the world over. Visit Orrefors Kosta Boda’s sole European boutique, which exhibits high quality glassware and exclusively designed art glass to great effect, with items drawn from the Orrefors and Kosta Boda lines. Orrefors Kosta Boda has a history spanning four centuries, and today sell beautiful glassware from a team of over 20 known designers. The range includes everything from glasses, tableware, vases and bowls to artistic pieces which are displayed at galleries and museums worldwide.

Oscar & Clothilde
English eccentricity meets French individualism to glorious effect at interior designers Oscar & Clothilde. The designers are passionate travellers, dedicated collectors and visionaries for beauty. Drawing on their common experiences for inspiration, the design duo has created a wonderful showroom on Nybrogatan in Östermalm. So take a step into their universe of aesthetic feeling and discover the beautiful, different, irresistible and energetic forces of Oscar & Clothilde's fittings and furnishings!

Palmgrens
At Palmgrens we have the same passion for quality leather wear as our founder Johannes Palmgren had when he founded the company in 1896. This passion has evolved into our hand picked range of bags, accessories and other leather goods which combine beauty, quality and function, all sewn by experienced saddle makers at our premises which have been at the same location for 110 years.

Patrik af Forselles
Since 1985 Patrik af Forselles has been creating stunning jewellery in combinations of gold, platinum, diamonds, pearls and other precious stones, often as special designs created individually for his customers. Patrik is constantly present at international trade fairs in Europe, and gathers inspiration from the latest trends in the jewellery world which is reflected in his collection of rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets produced in his workshop and on show in his boutique, located in the heart of fashion Stockholm.

Silversmeden Rey Urban
Rey Urban founded "Silversmeden Rey Urban" while studying at the Swedish Royal College of Arts, Crafts and Design in 1950. Rey was awarded his master certificate as a silversmith in 1955, and over the years, his work has won acclaim at various exhibitions in Sweden and abroad. Producing practical and purposeful jewellery, Rey Urban's beautiful designs fuse classical craftsmanship with contemporary techniques. All manufacturing still takes place in-house and the business remains family owned to this day.

Reiss
Reiss are internationally renowned as an innovative, trend-setting company with their own design and production of men's and women's clothing. Reiss's unique concept is to fill the gap between large boutique chains and international designer brands, supplying an individual, self-aware style with fantastic combination possibilities and high quality at affordable prices. Now you can visit their first Scandinavian outlet here in Stockholm.

R.O.O.M
The first R.O.O.M. store opened in 1987. Founders Hans Axelsson and Klas Litzén, who both admit to not having known much about furniture, interior design or architecture at the time, had a firm belief that things will turn out fine if you really, really enjoy what you’re doing. You can judge for yourself, as you experience a unique blend of impressions; sight, sound, smell, taste and touch are all catered for in the stores. Leave the stress and noise of the city outside for a while, as you skim R.O.O.M’s extensive assortment of furniture, textiles and home- and gardening-accessories.

Sara Clausin
If you’re after the hottest in clothes and accessories, you have to visit the ultra-trendy SoFo district on Stockholm’s south island. And while there a definite must is Sara Clausin’s newly opened boutique with it’s vintage interiors housing such internationally renowned brands as Ann Louise Roswald, See by Chloé and Seven. And why not be first in your crowd to own a piece from London-based fashion icons lou lou and law’s latest range of bird-motif T-shirts?
Skajs Antikhandel
Established in 1933, Skajs Antikhandel has 4 generations of expertise in 18th century Swedish furniture, silver and artwork antiquities. Moving from our present location close to fashionable Stureplan, on 1 January 2006 we will open the doors to our new premises opposite the Royal Swedish Theatre. At Skajs you will also find exquisite objects in tin, porcelain and glass, as well as antique mirrors.

Sandkorn
At the end of a long days shopping, what greater pleasure than to relax amid scented oils in a steaming bath, surrounded by the fragrance of natural herbs and spices? Sandkorn offers a range of bath salts, massage oils, shower gels, shampoos, body and essential oils from the prize winning Harnn & Thann range, in an Asian-inspired oasis dedicated to the harmony of body and soul. Sandkorns range includes over 50 bath soaps with more than 25 different fragrances including cinnamon, basil, eucalyptus, lavender, lime and lemon grass, as well as bathroom accessories such as towels, dressing gowns and slippers, all aimed towards the ultimate home spa experience.

The secret ingredient in Sandkorns range of products is rice bran oil extracted from the Oryza Sativa rice plant, which, when blended with typical herbs and spices from the Asian kitchen, gives Harnn & Thanns products their unique Thai character. Sandkorn; the perfect place for the finest gifts.

Sneakersnstuff
Since opening their first store in 1999, Erik Börjesson and Peter Jansson, both of whom had a lengthy working experience within the field of sporting goods. as well as being crazed sneaker collectors themselves, have developed and expanded their business; selling exciting and limited edition street footwear in exclusive styles, unavailable in other stores. They now have two boutiques in Stockholm and one in Malmö, and have even designed a number of their own sneakers. Whatever your style, you’ll find something at Sneakersnstuff.

Stockhome
Smart name, smart shop, smart prices. Stockholm offers well-designed, fun stuff for your home, and much more. In a modern urban shopping environment with surprisingly natural touches, you will find Stockholm’s wide range of own designer products, ranging from glass, towels and cutlery through to travel gear, bicycles, books, food and toys.

SVEA
Clothing brand SVEA, with its distinctive crown logotype, was originally created in 1999 as an after-skate label. Today SVEA produces modern clothing with a Swedish accent and a good dose of humour, drawing inspiration from American and British college life, as well as traditional western Swedish clothing manufacturing.

SVEA strives to promote a genuine feeling for fashion, quality, enjoyment and service. SVEA’s hand-made clothes are meant to be used and loved, gaining in looks and comfort with age. Bold t-shirts emblazoned with lifestyle messages are a speciality of the label.

Svensk Hemslöjd
Although traditional souvenirs and handicrafts are widely available in Stockholm, Svensk Hemslöjd is the only outlet offering products from the entire country. Established in 1899, Sweden’s oldest handicraft boutique sells genuine, hand-crafted objects in wrought iron, glass, textile, yarn and wood, as well as embroidery supplies. Svensk Hemslöjd is the very essence of Swedishness.

Svenskt Tenn
Sweden has today a leading role in interior design and home furnishing, and Svenskt Tenn, which this year celebrates it’s 80th anniversary, is a leader in the field. In addition to unique textiles and timeless furniture, Svenskt Tenn also offers glass, china ware and gifts, as well as vases, glasses, candlesticks and utility goods designed by Josef Frank and Estrid Ericsson. 80% of Svenskt Tenn’s range are their own production, available nowhere else.

Takeuschi
Takeuschi is a trendy street wear men57;s store with brands like D&G, Ijin, G-Star, Paul Smith, Teenage Millionaire and Worn By. The shop represents clothes, shoes and accessories and it also holds an espresso bar which in the summer extends outdoors where you can enjoy the summer sun and people-watching.

TLC
Welcome to a unique concept store in the heart of Stockholm’s most exclusive shopping district. From their stunning first-floor premises, TLC (which stands for Tender Love and Care) offer high-end luxury brands like Alexander Mcqueen, Alessandro Dellácqua, Y and Kei and Zac Posen, together with Homeline from Blumarine, perfume from E. Coudray, as well as a carefully chosen selection of books and music cd’s. Exclusive designer items can also be specially ordered from Industrielle and Bookan.
Tiger of Sweden
Tiger of Sweden was founded in 1903, and has its foundation in a strong confection tradition coupled with solid tailoring skills. Tiger has gone from being a tailoring brand for gentlemen to an international design brand, which today includes men’s and women’s collections as well as a range of jeans. Tiger stands for the unexpected when it comes to silhouette, cuts, material and details, which has given the brand its own market-leading position. Tiger of Sweden products are also available in Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, United Kingdom, Holland, Belgium, Luxemburg, Switzerland, Germany and Canada.

Tomtar & Troll
Nothing strikes a stronger note in the average Swedish heart than the deep, dark forest, a forest inhabited by gnomes and trolls. In fact gnomes, known as tomtar in Sweden, and their less cuddly allies the trolls fill a very special place in the Swedish national psyche, and most households own paintings, engravings or sculptures which depict these magical beings, as do many of the nations art treasures. Should you wish to acquire your own, Tomtar & Troll is the place to look.

TOUS
The only TOUS store in Scandinavia is located on Stureplan in Stockholm. Naturally. At TOUS you will find stunning jewellery and accessories for all occasions and all ages, presented to you with a high level of personal service. Founded in 1920 in Barcelona as a family business, the Tous family has taken the company to international prominence and made TOUS into one of the leading fashion brands in the world. The company philosophy is to create jewellery imbued with beauty and timelessness. Practical, easy to wear pieces that combine aesthetic innovation with informality mark TOUS as a fresh concept in jewellery design.

WE
When street-fashion brand We was launched back in 1999 the founders already had a solid background in clothing, skateboarding and snowboarding. We is all about ideals; ideals of personal engagement and conviction; a theme of shared ideas and common values, friendship, trust and honesty among equals, together with it’s unique network of athletes, artists, companies and media, working together to create a feeling of solidarity. We’s catchphrase ’Superlative Conspiracy’ symbolizes what WE as a brand and company represents: a group, a family of good and competent people working toward the same ideal. WE is neither a skateboard nor a snowboard clothing company; it’s a street fashion company with a background in skateboarding and snowboarding. We call it ’life after skate’.

Widforss
Widforss is synonymous with hunting and outdoor pursuits, and its wide range of specialist clothing, equipment and accessories is famous wherever they are practised. Widforss is Sweden's oldest retailing business, mentioned in records from as far back as 1729. By the turn of the century, Widforss had become a pioneer in hunting and outdoor pursuits equipment, and one of the earliest in the country to use mail-order distribution. Their range is constantly updated with the latest goods at most competitive prices.
Åmells
Founded in 1922 by the grandfather of the present owner, Åmells is the leading specialist fine art dealer in Scandinavia, with galleries in both Stockholm and London. Both carry a large stock of important Old Masters, as well as paintings and sculptures by the most renowned 19th and 20th century Scandinavian artists, such as Anders Zorn, Carl Larsson, Carl Milles, Vilhelm Hammershoi, Peder Severin Kröyer, Edvard Munch, Frits Thaulow, Helene Schjerfbeck and Albert Edelfeldt. Åmells have a long and well-established cooperation with professional international art shippers, providing excellent service to our clients globally, among which are private collectors as well as several European and American museums, e. g. J Paul Getty Museum, The Kimbell Art Museum, the Toledo Museum of Art, the Sterling and Francine Art Institute, Le Musée du Louvre, and The Swedish National Museum.

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