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Mantle Launches The Daily SPF 50+ Mantle, the Swedish clean and clinical skincare brand, is launching its first facial sunscreen this June. The Daily SPF 50+ is a lightweight fluid offering broad-spectrum protection alongside hydration, designed to sit comfortably under makeup or on bare skin without a greasy or sticky finish. It is formulated for all skin types, including sensitive and breakout-prone. The formula centres on Lipochroman, an advanced antioxidant molecule that helps protect against free radicals from UV exposure and environmental stress, alongside Vitamin E for barrier support and Hyaluronic Acid for hydration. The finish is described as smooth and invisible, absorbing quickly and leaving skin balanced. “The best SPF is the one you actually want to apply every day. We wanted to create a sunscreen that delivers very high protection without compromising on texture, comfort or glow,” says Josefin Landgård, Founder of Mantle The Daily SPF 50+ is applied as the final step in a morning routine and comes in a 30ml bottle. It is priced at 280 SEK / 28 EUR / 24 GBP and launches in June 2026.  

Stockholm’s Plåtparken Returns for Another Summer Plåtparken, the container-based outdoor venue at Liljeholmskajen in Marievik, is back for the summer of 2026. After closing at the end of last season with no confirmed return, the response from visitors made the case for another edition. The venue opens on 8 May and will run daily in good weather through to early September. Built from ten reclaimed containers in varying colours and sizes, the format houses bars, kitchens, and seating areas directly on the waterfront, making it easy to combine a swim with food, drinks, and an afternoon in the sun. The concept was the first of its kind in Stockholm; the boxpark format, popular across European cities, uses container construction to create flexible, low-footprint outdoor dining environments. “After last summer’s response, it feels fantastic to be back and to keep developing Plåtparken together with the neighbourhood and its visitors,” says Peter Schröder, Co-founder of Plåtparken. This season, the offer includes Plåtparken’s popular burgers alongside an expanded snacks menu, markets, a basketball court, DJs, and programming around this summer’s football World Cup. Plåtparken opens 8 May at Marievik, Liljeholmskajen, Stockholm.

New Balance Grey Days 5k Run This May, New Balance brings its global Grey Days initiative to Stockholm through Grey Days 5k Run with sound curation by empetre – a community moment where running, music and coffee culture come together in one shared space. Grey Days is New Balance’s annual celebration of the color grey, originally introduced in the 1980 as a functional choice for urban running and now one of our most recognizable design expressions. The color continues to embody New Balance’s dedication to craft, quality, and fearless independence, in every field.  On May 1, New Balance will launch The Grey Shop in our stores and on newbalance.com, highlighting the classic shade across footwear and apparel released thourghout the month. The assortment ranges from timeless classics to new silhouettes across both running and lifestyle (see details below). This year’s campaign offers an invitation into the world of grey, brought to life by a cast of New Balance athletes and ambassadors including Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Darius Garland, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Andrew Reynolds. From Aminé raising the Grey Days flag in celebration to Quincy Wilson narrating “The Origins of Grey,” each individual lends their own authentic personality to the campaign, united by the unwavering foundation of grey.  The Stockholm event takes place on May 2, starting with a 5k social run at an easy pace through central Stockholm, led by run leaders from our local New Balance community. After the run, the energy moves in-store for a post-run moment featuring DJ sets by DJ Carli, Alexi and Femme Fatale Selection, along coffee and snacks in collaboration with Balue Stockhom. Sign up here Image courtesy of New Balance 

Lisa Yang Opens Its First Physical Store in Stockholm Lisa Yang, the Stockholm-based fashion house known for its complete cashmere offer for women, men and the home, has announced its first physical store. The 137 sqm space will open at Birger Jarlsgatan 8 in the second half of 2026, with the retail concept developed by architectural firm Studio Anne Holtrop. Founded in 2014 by Lisa Yang and Samuel Stenberg, the brand has, until now, operated exclusively online, building a loyal following through its approach to cashmere rooted in a dialogue between Scandinavian simplicity and the cashmere traditions of Inner Mongolia. “We took our time to quietly build a brand grounded in material intelligence and modernity. Translating this sensibility into a physical environment that unites creativity, craftsmanship and connection is a deliberate and exciting step we have waited for,” says Lisa Yang, Founder and Creative Director. For CEO Samuel Stenberg, the move into physical retail is as much about deepening client relationships as it is about visibility. “Our first physical destination will not only allow us to showcase our brand strengths, but it will also allow us to build deeper relationships with our clients,” he says, noting that Stockholm, where the brand has an established customer base, was the natural starting point. The store opens at Birger Jarlsgatan 8, Stockholm, in the second half of 2026.