Helsinki
'Life is too short to take style too seriously.' These are the words of Minna Parikka, whose sense of humour is mirrored in her wonderland flagship shoe…
Must-see shopping in Finland
Johanna Gullichsen Textile Craft & Design
Helsinki
Take a careful look at any woven cloth and you'll understand where this designer gets her ideas. The weave is at the heart of the practical yet stylish…
Mariehamn
The concept is simple: Johan 'Joppan' Karlsson takes junk – old tools, appliances, sheet metal and other discarded stuff – and turns it into art. His…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Vintage Finnish-designed glassware from Oivatoikka, Nanny Still and Tapio Wirkkala; ceramics from Birger Kaipiainen and Annikki Hovisaari; and kitchenware…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Finnish designer Anna Ruohonen won the Kaj Franck Design Prize 2017 for her classic, feminine clothing. She has since relocated to Paris, and wows her…
Helsinki
Finland’s biggest bookshop has a huge travel section, maps, Finnish literature and an impressively large English section, including magazines and…
Karelia
Fresh lake fish from the adjacent Simpelejärvi, hot and cold smoked local salmon, salted whitefish and roe are stocked at this rustic roadside fish shop…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Glossy photo-filled books on Finnish design, architecture, art, fashion, music, photography and food are the big draw of this airy, light-filled bookshop…
Helsinki
The aroma of coffee draws you in to tiny Soul Vintage in Kallio. A love of quality clothing and the unwavering aim of stopping society's over-consumption…
Kallio
Vintage homewares from the 1950s, '60s and '70s, such as Finnish-designed lamps, chandeliers, crockery, vases, furniture and clocks, are scattered…
Helsinki
Gather together photographs depicting the natural world, aeroplanes and other urban oddities, add a mix of bright colours, print onto fabric, and create…
Helsinki
Globes in a dizzying array of colours and sizes (some illuminated as lamps), maps, compasses, telescopes, kaleidoscopes, hot-air balloon sculptures,…
Lapland
A charming buttercup-coloured wooden building houses this design shop. Most of the homewares (ceramics, cushions, light fittings, baskets, clocks,…
Lappeenranta
Lappeenranta artist Heli Pukki produces whimsical watercolours incorporating Finnish folklore, animals and landscapes, which she sells as prints as well…
Kuopio
An atmospheric narrow lane of renovated red wooden houses converted into quirky shops stocking jewellery, clothing, handicrafts and other items. Halfway…
Åland Archipelago
Inside the Post och Tullhuset, Venezuela native Mercedes makes exquisite pralines using Åland cream and cacao beans from her homeland. Unique varieties…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Eero Aarnio is one of Finland's most respected interior designers, with chairs and tables representing quirky classics of colourful modern Scandinavian…
Finland's West Coast
Browse shelves laden with local and/or organic Finnish produce and products: fruit, vegetables, cured and fresh meat, cheeses, jams, preserves, vinegars,…
Helsinki
Founded in 1862, Stockmann's 1930-built flagship store is Helsinki's biggest department store, spanning 50,000 sq metres. It carries luxury Finnish and…
Inari
In the Sajos building, this is the main shop of the Finnish association of Sámi craftspeople. It has a good range of Sámi books and CDs, as well as…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
If you're looking for a unique souvenir, look no further. This boutique features all kinds of unusual products, all of which are designed or produced in…
Finland's West Coast
This brand-new boutique specialises in accessories and housewares made from recycled materials. The unique hand-crafted items include slippers, jewellery,…
The Finnish Lakeland
Everything in this gorgeous atelier has been handmade in Savonlinna. Textile designer Mervi Pesonen uses natural materials such as flax, wool, park skirt…
Northern Lapland
Male reindeer drop their heavy antlers in November: see beautiful jewellery and handicrafts that Kikka Laakso makes from them – and leather and bone – at…
Turku Archipelago
Lots of arts and crafts, especially ceramics, soaps, candles and other household decorations. In summer there's an outdoor market with textiles and metals…
The Finnish Lakeland
Not far from Olavinlinna Castle, this lovely little shop sells all manner of homewares, rugs, textiles and other carefully chosen goodies. Some of it…
Inari
Down a small lane behind the library is the studio of Petteri Laiti, a famous Sámi artisan. His silverwork and handicrafts are very highly regarded; you…
Northern Lapland
Felt artworks and handicrafts are of extremely high quality at this artist’s studio 1km west of Njurgulahti. It's also possible to stay in cabins here.
Helsinki
All things Moomin are sold at this official shop, including author and illustrator Tove Jansson's classic books in English and Finnish. Branches include…
The Finnish Lakeland
Artist and fashion designer Maria Putus makes and sells stylish outfits (many made using Marimekko fabric) at her atelier in a timber house in Savonlinna…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Small but perfectly formed, MIA Design is a quintessentially Helsinki design store – casual but classy, and with a range of homewares that you can't…
Turku
Over a century old, Casagrande is run by a family that loves to play. There are lots of old-fashioned wooden and plush toys, in addition to other…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
At Kuura Cider, they're experts at finding ways to mix apples and alcohol. Concoctions for sale include Champagne-style apple cider and sweet apple…
Oulu
A timber-built former warehouse on the waterfront now contains this shop selling Oulu-made fabrics, clothing, jewellery, keyrings, ceramics and art.
Lapland
At the junction of the westbound and northbound roads, this local silversmith's workshop also produces pieces from antlers, horn, stone and gems.
Turku & Finland's South Coast
Adorable knits, especially hats and sweaters for children, are on display at this little boutique. Take a peek at the art gallery upstairs too.
Turku & Finland's South Coast
An eclectic selection of clothing, jewellery, accessories and other knick-knacks – especially from local and Finnish designers.
Mariehamn
Watch the glass-blowers at their craft in this workshop turning out ceramics and glassware in a wide variety of bright colours.
Mariehamn
Brooches, cufflinks and necklaces based on the islands’ flora and fauna. Some incorporate Åland’s red rapakivi granite.
Northern Lapland
In the centre of town, this jewellery shop is famous hereabouts for the gold and silver works of goldsmith Seppo Penttinen.
