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Players of the online game Star Stable can now ride the legendary horses H&M All In and H&M Indiana. Even better, the equestrian fashion brand All In Equestrian has created show jackets that will be available both in the game and in real life. A few years ago, Star Stable Online had the honor of […]
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Christmas at Nordiska Kompaniet has officially begun with the reveal of the new holiday shopping windows. This year, NK’s 110th anniversary coincides with Pippi Longstocking’s 80th anniversary, and Pippi takes center stage in the department stores, becoming a playful element in NK’s own environments and expressions. For over a century, NK’s holiday shopping windows have […]
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This holiday season, PATOU unveils a heartwarming collection celebrating the world of the Moomins. Available starting November 18th, the Patou x Moomin collaboration captures the charm, whimsy, and joy of the holiday season Founded by Jean Patou in 1914, PATOU has long been recognized for its pioneering spirit. Jean Patou revolutionized fashion by liberating the […]
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This year’s fairytale window displays at the Stockmann department store in Helsinki feature a winter day in Moominvalley. The window reminds passersby of how the holiday season can also be a challenging time for some, with the Groke embodying the feelings of loneliness. The display window in the largest department store in the Nordic countries […]
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The ongoing collaboration between Teemu Järvi and Joseph Abboud continues in Japan with the AW25 collection, where Nordic stillness meets refined craftsmanship. Rooted in nature and guided by quiet design, the collection draws inspiration from the subdued beauty of the northern landscape. Joseph Abboud is a renowned US menswear brand founded in the 1980s. Following […]
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Fazer celebrates 80 years of Moomin with a special collaboration between Fazer and Moomin Arabia – a limited-edition gift box that includes two collectible items: a Karl Fazer milk chocolate bar in a Moomin-themed wrapper and a commemorative Moomin bowl from Moomin Arabia. Tove Jansson’s cooperation with the Finnish candy manufacturer Fazer started eight years before the first Moomin story was […]
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Newcomer children’s book author Linn Henrichson joins the contention for the 2026 Runeberg Junior Prize together with Maija Hurme, Matti Rönkä and Matti Pikkujämsä. Greedy Gull (Fuskmåsen Fy, 2025 Förlaget M), the daring and skilled snack swiper featured in Henrichson’s debut picture book, explores themes of foul play and deception. Its skillfully lyrical text, combined […]
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To top off this award week, we are thrilled to share that the lauded debut novel by Elli Salo is one of the five nominees for the 2025 Torch-Bearer Prize. The prize, worth 5,000 euros, is awarded annually to promote Finnish book exports and presented to a title with the most potential to succeed in […]
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Returning to Svenskt Tenn for the 2025 festive season, Sam Wilde has created Poison of Eden, a series of seven handcrafted brass and glass Christmas ornaments inspired by poisonous plants. The legendary interior design company Svenskt Tenn was established in 1924 by the visionary entrepreneur Estrid Ericson. About a decade later, Ericson recruited Austrian architect and […]
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We are thrilled to share that author Elli Salo’s debut novel, The Gatherers, is one of the six titles shortlisted for the most prestigious literary prizes in Finland. Elli Salo’s debut, The Gatherers (Keräilijät, 2025 Otava), is a tragicomic novel about gathering and gatherers, where three women and a retired dog find themselves randomly convened […]
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The nominees for the 2025 Adlibris Awards in both Finland and Sweden have been revealed. We are delighted to share that authors, illustrators and brands represented by Rights and Brands are among the nominees. Sofie Sarenbrant’s Följeslagaren (The Follower), the twelfth standalone instalment of the Emma Sköld series, is shortlisted in the Crime & Thriller of […]
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An exciting week continues as another author represented by Rights & Brands is nominated for the most prestigious literary prizes in Finland. Maija Hurme’s Where Do All the Days Come From? is one of the six titles shortlisted for this year’s Finlandia Prize in Children’s and Youth Literature. Maija Hurme’s Where Do All the Days […]
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We are delighted to share that author Jenni Räinä’s newest non-fiction book, Shifting Waters, is among the six nominees for this year’s Finlandia Prize in Non-Fiction. Shifting Waters: A Journey Through an Altered Landscape is a beautiful, intimate work about the disappearing nature. The book travels along waterways, from the shores of ancient seas to […]
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This fall/winter, Nordicbuddies brings the spirit of Moominvalley to life with a playful mix of retro vibes and modern attitude. The collection blends cozy autumn warmth with a spark of disco and timeless Nordic design — celebrating friendship, love, and adventure in true Moomin style. From Moomintroll and Snorkmaiden’s sweet love story to the vibrant […]
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Get ready for a smurfy new adventure! SKIDOS brings the little ones an all-new interactive pretend play experience featuring their favourite blue friends, perfectly designed for kids aged 3 to 7 years. SKIDOS’ learning games turn passive screen time into active learning time by creating and providing a playful, creative, and physically engaging world of […]
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One of the highlights from last weekend’s Helsinki Book Fair was when author Elli Salo stepped on the main stage among the finalists competing for the Helsingin Sanomat Literature Prize, awarded to the best debut work of the year by the most prominent national newspaper in Finland. Elli Salo’s debut, The Gatherers (Keräilijät, 2025 Otava), […]
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Lovely news for Aino Havukainen & Sami Toivonen, Sanna Pelliccioni, and Mikko Saarainen, who have all been nominated for the 2025 Rudolf Koivu Prize. The prestigious prize awarded by Grafia biannually is presented to the Best Children’s Book Illustration in Finland. This year, the top ten nominees were selected from 139 books. The Tatu and […]
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Swedish brand Rodebjer’s latest capsule collection pays tribute to Carl Larsson by translating his famous watercolors into wearable prints. Rodebjer is a Scandinavian fashion brand known for its eclectic and expressive collections with a conscious approach. Founded in New York in 2000 by Carin Rodebjer, the company celebrates unapologetic womanhood and a carefree attitude with […]
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Fran&Co introduces a new collection of teas and confectionery infused with contemporary design by British artist Sam Wilde. After the success of the popular collection with Stig Lindberg, Fran&Co continues to pair exceptional design with delightful treats. This time, the spotlight turns to British artist Sam Wilde. Known for his work with Adobe, Apple, Svenskt […]
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We are delighted to share the news that Linda Bondestam, Siri Kolu, Jenny Lucander, Sanna Pelliccioni & Arndís Þórarinsdóttir are all nominated for the prestigious Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award 2026. The full list of nominees was announced earlier this week. The award was created in 2002 by the Swedish government to promote every child’s right […]
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