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Louis Vuitton Launches LV SKI

Louis Vuitton Launches LV SKI As winter approaches, Louis Vuitton introduces LV SKI, a sophisticated collection that seamlessly merges high-performance design with the Maison’s timeless elegance. The new line embodies the spirit of movement, adventure, and the art of travel — elevated for the snowy season. From technical outerwear to luxurious après-ski styles, LV SKI offers a versatile wardrobe crafted from cutting-edge materials. Ultra-light, waterproof fabrics bring warmth and flexibility to graphic coats and salopettes, while quilted recycled nylon jackets echo the House’s signature Malletage motif. Norwegian-inspired knits and Monogram-stitched sweaters are paired with sequin-embroidered denim, evoking the sparkle of snow-covered peaks. Louis Vuitton’s iconic leather goods also receive a winter makeover. The Alma, Speedy, Petite Malle, and OnTheGo appear in Monogram Miroir canvas — now in silver and a new coppery tone inspired by 19th-century metal trunks. For a cozier touch, merino shearling enriches pieces like the Capucines and Neverfull Inside Out BB, accompanied by the Teddy Muff, a playful hybrid between bag and handwarmer. The look is completed with accessories in soft neutrals and plush Monogram-textured textiles, wrapping wearers in effortless luxury. The Louis Vuitton LV SKI collection for women will be available in stores and online from October 17, 2025.

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Aino and Alvar Aalto: Two Visionary Icons of Nordic Design

Aino and Alvar Aalto: Two Visionary Icons of Nordic Design This autumn, Millesgården Museum presents AALTO – Aino & Alvar, an exhibition celebrating two pioneers who redefined modern design through creativity, equality and human values. Working side by side, Aino and Alvar Aalto developed a timeless vision where architecture, interiors and everyday objects formed a unified and organic whole. The exhibition features more than 200 pieces from the world’s largest private Aalto collection, including furniture, lighting, glassware and prototypes that reveal their experimental approach and shared philosophy. Together they created a design language that fused beauty, function and empathy, shaping the foundation of what we now recognize as Nordic design. Millesgården invites visitors to explore their enduring legacy, a celebration of form, harmony and the deeply human spirit at the heart of their work.

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Tiger of Sweden x The Hives – Tailored for the Stage

Tiger of Sweden x The Hives – Tailored for the Stage Tiger of Sweden unveils the latest evolution of its long-standing collaboration with iconic rock band The Hives. What began in the early 2000s has grown into a creative partnership that fuses Swedish precision tailoring with the band’s electric stage energy. For The Hives Forever Forever The Hives world tour, Tiger of Sweden worked hand in hand with frontman Pelle Almqvist, transforming his sketches into bold, custom made suits built for performance. Featuring architectural pagoda shoulders and Western style piping, each look embodies power, movement, and timeless rock and roll spirit. From stage to street, this collaboration celebrates two decades of craftsmanship and creative synergy, proving that style, like great music, never fades.

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Dr. Martens X Wednesday

Dr. Martens X Wednesday Dr. Martens and Netflix’s Wednesday are back with a second collaboration, blending gothic flair with the brand’s signature punk attitude. The new collection reimagines iconic Dr. Martens silhouettes with eerie elegance — from the Jadon Boot embroidered with stained-glass motifs from Nevermore Academy to the 1460 Boot, crafted in black velvet and Nappa Lux leather and stamped with “OUTCASTS ARE IN.” Other highlights include the Buzz Mary Jane, detailed with intricate embroidery and bold metal buckles; the Elphie Ballet Flat, featuring wraparound ankle ties and subtle gothic details; and the Mini Wednesday Backpack, adorned with spiderweb stitching and silver accents. Launching October 8, the Dr. Martens x Wednesday collection will be available on drmartens.com and in select stores worldwide.

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LH Cosmetics Bids Farewell to Their Iconic Advent Calendar — In Style

LH Cosmetics Bids Farewell to Their Iconic Advent Calendar — In Style text Elva Ahlbin LH Cosmetics is kicking off the holiday season with an advent calendar designed to bring out the joy and creativity that define the brand. It’s filled with exclusive launches, full-size icons, and some of the year’s most talked-about products — all packaged in a sleek, roomy pouch designed to live on well beyond December. After several years of releasing calendars, the brand has decided that 2025 will be their last one. “We’ve created calendars for years, always pushing to innovate and improve.  But we honestly feel it’s hard to top 2025’s edition — and we never want to release anything that isn’t 100%,” they say. The calendar includes 25 doors and 27 products, shaped by feedback from their community of beauty enthusiasts. Each day offers a small surprise — from bold color to easy everyday staples — aimed at making December a little more fun and inspiring. While the advent calendar tradition is wrapping up, LH Cosmetics continues to focus on what they do best: encouraging creativity, play, and self-expression through makeup.

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Vaarnii 2025: Fredrik Paulsen’s 001 Collection in Black

Vaarnii 2025: Fredrik Paulsen’s 001 Collection in Black Finnish design house Vaarnii continues its exploration of pine with a new black-stained edition of the 001 series by Fredrik Paulsen, the 001 Stool and 001 Dining Chair unveiled at Nordiska Galleriet in Stockholm. Known for transforming pine from an everyday material into something architectural and refined, Vaarnii treats each product as a study in honesty and craft. The deep black finish has been developed through a long, considered process with Finnish artisans, designed to enhance rather than conceal the wood’s natural grain. The result is a black that feels alive, subtle, warm, and tactile revealing the pine’s rich character beneath the surface. A final oil-based lacquer seals and protects, giving the pieces a lasting presence. With this launch, Vaarnii once again proves that true sophistication lies in material integrity, finding modern expression within one of nature’s most traditional woods.

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HERMÈS BEAUTY – POUDRE ROCABAR

HERMÈS BEAUTY – POUDRE ROCABAR For the 2025 festive season, Hermès Beauty presents the limited-edition Rocabar Silk Powder, created by Gregoris Pyrpylis, Creative Director of Hermès Beauty. Inspired by the house’s emblematic Rocabar motif—originally a striped horse blanket from the 1920s—the powder translates this heritage design into intricate marquetry. The pattern, which has appeared on everything from fragrances to silk scarves, is reimagined in a compact featuring a finely drawn horse emerging from the motif. Five luminous shades with a rosy, sunlit undertone and light-reflecting mother-of-pearl particles create a warm, radiant finish. The silky, finely milled texture melts seamlessly into the skin, allowing for buildable intensity. It can be applied as a blush or swept lightly across the face for a sun-kissed glow. Rocabar Silk Powder will be available in limited quantities from November 2025 in selected Hermès stores worldwide.

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MERIT BEAUTY Arrives In Sweden

MERIT BEAUTY Arrives In Sweden text Elva Ahlbin Minimal effort, maximum impact. This October, American brand MERIT Beauty makes its long-awaited debut in Sweden and Denmark through meritbeauty.com, marking its first step into the Nordic market. Known for its thoughtful, skin-friendly formulations, MERIT has built a loyal following since 2021 by creating routines that are nearly impossible to get wrong and by using carefully selected, well-thought-out ingredients that seamlessly fit into everyday life. Since its launch, MERIT has become a go-to name for those who appreciate a minimalist approach to beauty—one that emphasizes doing more with less and focusing on essentials. In the Swedish market, where simplicity and efficiency are highly valued, MERIT’s philosophy feels like a natural fit. As MERIT’s CMO Aila Morin notes, “Scandinavia has always been a source of inspiration for us. We’ve long had the Scandinavian woman in mind—practical, driven, yet playful. There’s a shared sense of functionality and aesthetic minimalism that aligns perfectly with our philosophy.” MERIT’s product lineup consists of 17 carefully crafted items, all vegan, cruelty-free, and designed with skin-friendly compositions. Highlights include The Minimalist Complexion Stick, Great Skin Instant Glow Serum, and the Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum, which all reflect MERIT’s commitment to thoughtfully chosen ingredients and a seamless user experience. In essence, MERIT isn’t just bringing its products to Sweden—it’s bringing a perspective on beauty that resonates with a Nordic way of life: simple, effective, and designed with care.

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Sézane and New Balance present their collaboration on a limited-edition sneaker

Sézane and New Balance present their collaboration on a limited-edition sneaker This fall, Sézane and New Balance come together for the first time to reimagine the iconic 471 sneaker. Months in development, the collaboration blends French elegance with the functional spirit of New Balance, resulting in a design that is both refined and effortless. Crafted in elevated materials and warm autumn tones, the Sézane x New Balance 471 captures the essence of timeless style. It is a sneaker made to move through the seasons, from morning to night, with ease and confidence. Available exclusively from October 5 on Sézane.com, the Sézane App, and in select Sézane Appartements. The global launch with New Balance will follow on October 16 in selected stores and online. Discover the collection and step into a new expression of everyday elegance. www.sezane.com | www.newbalance.com

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Roxette Honored in Exclusive Photo Exhibition at Hotel Diplomat

Roxette Honored in Exclusive Photo Exhibition at Hotel Diplomat text Ulrika Lindqvist photography Fredrik Etoall Photographer Fredrik Etoall’s intimate portraits of Roxette are now on view in an exclusive exhibition at Hotel Diplomat in Stockholm. Captured in 2012, the images—also featured in a photo book—portray Marie Fredriksson and Per Gessle in a rare moment of creative connection. The exhibition coincides with the Stockholm premiere of the musical Joyride, celebrating Roxette’s timeless pop hits and enduring legacy. Behind the project is Tres Hombres Art, the Tylösand-based gallery founded by Per Gessle and Lars Nordin. Roxette – An Exclusive ExhibitionSeptember 13 – November 10, 2025The Library, Hotel Diplomat, Strandvägen 7C, Stockholm

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