15 Scandi Items To Covet Ahead Of Arket’s London Launch

Because our northern neighbours do it best...

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by Danielle Fowler |
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It’s official. We’re experiencing the second wave of the global fashion epidemic that is, Scandi-mania.

Last winter, we rushed to invest in all things ‘Hygge’ from sweet-smelling candles to Ganni's cult tee. And surely enough, just months after the Danish trend infiltrated the British market, we were introduced to 'Lagom' - the sustainable approach to life.

But this season, we’ve stepped our obsession with all things Scandi up a notch. Yep, we've even gone so far as to ship the Swedish go-to brands the fash pack rely on to our shores.

Scandi go-to Weekday is setting up shop in London this summer alongside H&M's newest brainchild, Arket. Intrigued? Just imagine if & Other Stories and COS had a fashion baby... Yup, it's set to change our shopping game forever.

So in celebration of the impending Scandi invasion, we've scoured the shops for must-have items to covet ahead of the grand launch...

The 'It' Swimsuit

It's finally that time of year again. And you're soon going to have to make the biggest fashion splurge of the season on the 'It' swimsuit. And good news, as the Scandi fash pack do swimwear well. We have our hearts set on this copper one-piece from Swedish high street fixture, COS.

Copper Swimsuit, £39, COS

The Scandi Answer To The Summer Tee

There is no denying the formidible influence Ganni has on our tee game. The Scandis rock up to fashion month in the latest 'It' t-shirts and somehow always manage to make such a casual garment look luxe. So we couldn't round up the best buys from our northern neighbours without including a Ganni tee. You are very welcome.

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'Peach Me' White T-Shirt, £45, Ganni

The Logo Shopper

This season, we're experiencing the rise of the logo. Case in point, Vetement's DHL tee and our newfound obsession with Ikea. So look to Danish born Samsøe & Samsøe for the 'It' bag of the season. Carry it over your shoulder on your annual city break or trade in your basket bag when hitting the beach.

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Graphic Shopper, £29.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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COS has been one of our favourite Scandi brands since day one. And these v-neck block heels just about sum up why. We'll be teaming ours with a bell-sleeved spring dress and a basket bag, pronto.

Chunky Heel Pumps, £125, COS

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We've been coveting a striped bag ever since Balenciaga introduced us to their market-esque numbers. We'll be taking ours to the beach.

Large Striped Canvas Bag, £35, COS

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Forget the bikini this summer and opt for a chic one-piece instead. We'll be donning ours with babouche shoes with a wicker tote in tow.

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You cannot possibly get more Scandi than with a pair of slip-on mules. Consider these a must when heading straight from the office for after work drinks.

Beverly Sandals, £185, Filippa K

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Every Scandi-wannabe requires a minimal leather shopper. We have our eyes on this dreamy accessory from Danish go-to, Filippa K.

Paper Thin Black Tote Bag, £120, Filippa K

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The Scandi fash pack prefer origami-style pleats and straight-cut silhouettes. So in the Danish spirit, we plan on investing in this v-neck blouse by Filippa K.

Layered V Neck Navy Top, £180, Filippa K

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Yup, another word-emblazoned tee. The Insta fash pack have this look nailed so seek inspo from your Scandi favourites. We'll be layering ours beneath a silky slip dress.

Brenda T-Shirt, £59.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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See if you can define athleisure any better than this skirt. We didn't think so. We'll be pairing ours with a white tee and trainers.

Mabel Skirt, £69.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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Perfect the 'drouser' look this season and team this floral dress with the co-ordinating flares. We challenge you to find a more Instagrammable look...

Boise Dress, £104.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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The whole trodden in look is totally fashion forward. Bonkers but great. We'll be wearing ours this summer with ruffled florals.

Saphire Backless Loafers, £144.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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Slogan tee? Check. 'It' hue of the season? Check. What more could you possibly need? We'll be teaming ours with deconstructed jeans, mules and a basket bag.

Lida Pink T-Shirt, £54.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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We've obsessed over printed tees all season and now, we have our eyes on logo-emblazoned shoppers. This canvas bag will not only prove useful but will perfect the smart/caj look.

Graphic Shopper, £29.95, Samsøe & Samsøe

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Ganni will forever be our go-to Scandi brand when it comes to t-shirts. And if you've already stocked up on enough 'Space Cowboy' tees to make your heart content then why not invest in their latest cult number? We most certainly will be...

'Peach Me' T-Shirt, £45

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Baum und Pferdgarten launched in Copenhagen back in 1999 and ever since, the Danish brand has been teasing us with Scandi must-haves . And the latest spring/summer drop is calling us.

Alisha Striped Dress, £209, Baum und Pferdgarten

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Trade in the basket bag this summer and team this Weekday number with a minimal one-piece and raffia sandals.

Black 'Kim' Bag, £20, Weekday

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