We love Scandinavian clothing brands! Northern Europe labels are known for their minimalistic style and casual look and feel. Simple items with striking details made of good quality and beautiful fabrics – that are worth the splurge.
1. COS
COS, H&M’s sister brand, is known for its elevated basics and contemporary wear. A minimalist brand that’s focusing on modern, functional and considered design. The classic, graceful lines of Cos’s clothing will appeal to minimalists who appreciate simple but elegant clothing.
2. Gestuz
Basic clothing with a touch of edgy-ness. Gestuz is made for women who love casual and cool clothing at once. We are especially fan of their jackets and cool coats.
3. & Other Stories
This popular label started life as a cosmetic brand and has since expanded into wider fashion collections. & Other Stories‘ collections are made from three design ateliers in Paris, Stockholm and Los Angeles.
4. Ganni
You need to get to know Ganni – a Danish fashion brand which is found by duo Ditte and Nicolaj Reffstrup nine years ago. Ganni melt us over with the most beautiful prints and materials and unique combinations.
5. Arket
Arket focuses on high quality wardrobe staples. The mission of Arket is to democratise quality through widely accessible, well-made, durable wardrobe classics, designed to be used and loved for a long time.
6. H&M
This brand has to be included in this list, of course. H&M is our go-to pit stop for all our fashion emergencies. Our favorite section is H&M trend label where you can find basics made of high quality fabrics and materials.
7. Dr. Denim
Jeans label Dr. Denim launched in 2004 creates good denim with an affordable pricetag. Thie Swedish label offers classic styles jeans like skinny jeans, but also denimshirts and jackets with a modern twist.
8. Weekday
Weekday is known for it’s good denim and ‘zeitgeist-y’ pieces that easily can be mixed. Every collection is filled with good quality styles at affordable prices.
9. Monki
This brand has become one of the most popular brands in Scandinavia. Monki’s collections are filled with quirky and comfortable clothing for an affordable price.
10. Acne studios
This popular brand started life as a denim label and has since expanded into wider fashion collections. Acne Studios‘ cool cult collections are inspired by the founder’s interest in photography, art, architecture and contemporary culture.
More Scandinavian clothing brands
Filippa K
This Swedish label represents style, quality and simplicity in minimalistic designs. Think: timeless blazers, basic longsleeve tops to feminine women’s suits and dresses. Filippa K perfectly fuses comfortable styles with on-trend details.
Rut & Circle
Rut & circle is a Swedish fashion brand that creates affordable pieces inspired by the latest trends. With a wide range of items for every occasion, from everyday tees and jeans to a fancy dress for a night out and about.
Selected Femme
Clean, ladylike and stylish: that’s Selected Femme in three words. Are you looking for clothing that is made of beautiful materials with a luxurious look and feel? Then this Danish brand is definitely worth watching.
By Malene Birger
By Malene Birger started in 2003, BMB embraces artistic styles and creating modern, relevant pieces with a clean finish. Beautiful fabrics and intricate, handcrafted details define each collection.
Stine Goya
Copenhagen-based label Stine Goya is known for its playful and colorfully printed tops, shirts and flowy dresses. The collections also include timeless and wearable pieces in feminine silhouettes.
Mbym
Beautiful basics in simply every color you can imagine. Festive dresses and classy tops made of good material and quality. Are you fond of basic pieces with an urban chic twist? Then Mbym is your brand.
Modstrom
Modström is a beautiful Scandinavian clothing brand with stunning fashion pieces with feminine, edgy and an elegant touch. With six collections on yearly basis, Modström is always innovative.
Ichi
Ichi’s collections are known for their gotta-have-it factor. A fashionable Scandinavian clothing brand that delivers beautiful items each season. Cute tops and dresses with lovely prints in pastel colors. A Scandinavian clothing brand that makes us happy!
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