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Marimekko Holiday Gift Guide: Women’s Style Edition

Part II of III of the Marimekko Holiday Gift Guide. (Click here for yesterday’s installment.)

S H O P P I N G

1 Kallas, $539
Mika Piirainen designed the Pieni Villikaali print for this classic silhouette, originally designed by Maija & Kristina Isola. The blue and green color scheme has a cozy feel, echoing the wool fabrication.

2 Huppu Laptop Case, $99
Black with a subtle print, this 100 percent cotton cape is for aesthetes aiming to avoid neon-colored neoprene.

3 Penninen, $259
Tied with a sash, the Melooni print in gold and two tones of purple is festive enough for a party.

4 Ounas Tote, $195
New to the accessories line, this heavyweight cotton canvas tote, designed by Ristomatti Ratia works with weekend casual wear.

5 Huupa Dress, $229
A cotton dress with doman sleeves and a mid-thigh hemline, its best paired with tights.

6 Ilmapallo Top, $139

Annika Rimala designed the silhouette of this 100 percent cotton top with yellow Pallo polka dots.

7 Aronia Dress, $539
The horizontal, multicolor watercolor-like stripes infuse fun to this belted piece with a below-the-knee hemline.

8 Pasma Cape, $173
A cropped cape is cute for fall, and warm enough to beat a chill thanks to the mock turtleneck with pompom drawstring.

9 Ympäripyöreä Jacket, $416
The wide cut of this stripey wool coat allows for as much layering as needed. Plus, it’s got a hood.

10 Toimi Bag, $285
The sleek design is happily misleading; you can in fact fit a small laptop in each of the two compartments.

11 Piirakka Bag, $745
This leather, color-blocked beauty is a stylish alternative to the basic briefcase.

12 Mini-Unikko Scarf, $29
The Finns go French with this snappy little cotton square neckerchief in the classic Unikko floral.

Marimekko Holiday Gift Guide: For the Entertainer

This is a three-part holiday gift guide series sponsored by Marimekko, one of my favorite home design companies.

S H O P P I N G

1 Räsymatto Oilcloth Placemat, $24
Durable and easy to clean, it’s not just the pattern that makes this perfect for young families. It’s made of 100 percent cotton and phthalate-free PVC coating.

2 Räsymatto Teapot, $87
Sami Ruotsalainen designed this teapot as part of the Oiva dinnerware collection. The clean lines and serene character are inspired by Japanese design. The handle is natural wood and there’s a porcelain tea strainer inside.

3 Socks Rolled Down Glass Pitcher, $89
Sukat Makkaralla, which means “socks rolled down” in Finnish, is a collection of glassware designed by Anu Penttinen. The size and shape works for flowers too.

4 Lumimarja Dinner Plate, $27
Sami Ruotsalainen designed this subtle wintry pattern for Marimekko, which is a new addition to the brand’s pattern line.

5 Kippis Tea Towel Set, $36
Pretty linen-cotteon blend towels are great stocking stuffers, because really, who splurges on these for her own kitchen?

6 Vattenblank Plywood Tray, $82
Trays are made of fabric that has been pressed into birch plywood and laminated. The bright design shows off plain white dishes to perfection.

7 Socks Rolled Down Dessert Bowl, $49
Serving dessert is extra sweet on a pedestal. Anu Penttinen designed this whimsically named collection.

8 Irrbloss Mug, $49
Sami Ruotsalainen designed this mug as part of the Oiva dinnerware collection, using Astrid Sylwan’s abstract Irrbloss pattern.

9 Kuukuna Apron, $49
This new veggie print is super cute, and the dark color will hide your mess. Plus, it has handy deep pockets.

10 Vanhakaupunki Small Bowl, $20
This new design was also designed by Sami Ruotsalainen . The red, gold, and burgundy palette makes it perfect for breakfast on Christmas morning.

11 Lappuliisa Oven Mitt, $24
Makes baking more fun.

12 Socks Rolled Down Tumbler, $39/pair
These distinctive glasses are hand-blown and handmade of solid stained soda-lime glass with colors that run inside the glass, not just on the surface.

13 Oiva Serving Pot, $65
Not just for the table, this piece is practical too, since they’re dishwasher, freezer and microwave safe.

14 Siirtolapuutarha Plate, $35
Maija Louekari created this pattern for the forms in the collection so that each piece tells a different part of the story.

15 Siirtolapuutarha Espresso Cup & Plate, $35
This set is the newest addition to the Oiva tableware collection. In addition to this Räsymatto (means “rag rug” in Finnish) pattern, designed by Maija Louekari, it comes in solid white.

16 Oiva Pitcher, $52
The silhouette of this pitcher, made of hard, glazed porcelain like the rest of the line, is beautiful enough to display it full time.

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Style: Marimekko Spring 2013

Last night I attended Marimekko’s presentation of the Spring 2013 women’s clothing collection at the boutique on Newbury Street, Boston. It was informal and fun. Everyday girls and women were the models. They made several outfit changes, and walked through the space, mingling with guests. The colors, as expected where bright and cheerful, but not hard edged. Purples mixed with greens; aquamarines and turquoise; gray and yellow with a shot of coral; navy and hot pink. In terms of silhouettes, there were ’60s style shifts as well as more contemporary party dress shapes. The best was a floor-length piece with exaggerated, jutting pockets at the hips. There was also a flow-y hostess gown that my mother-in-law would adore. Let’s have a look through the Instagram filter.

the assistant manager, sporting a spring top and skirt

full length spring dress

cheers!

spring party dresses

a full-length shift for spring

full length dresses and hostess gowns for spring

the “official” photographer

uploading my shots to my macbook air

stylish guests

check out the futuristic detail at the hips

display of great holiday presents

shop girls in cute spring looks

funky lacquered wood necklace, also new for spring

video monitor showing spring 2013 presentation in nyc

my seat

black + yellow are big for spring

love the color combos in these two spring dresses as well

striped and belted, with 3/4 sleeves

another great necklace and groovy pattern

Marimekko, 140 Newbury Street, Boston, Mass.

Get the Look: 33 (Affordable) Pops of Color

Montage: 32 White Rooms with Pops of Color was meant to run yesterday not Wednesday, but hopefully you haven’t forgotten the fresh white rooms punctuated with bursts of brights. As you know, I’m concocting a decorating scheme inspired by those rooms for a Delray Beach condo. (The closing papers should arrive today!) As you also know, we’re on a serious budget. Here are some pieces I found while perusing the usual sites. They’re great, but would love suggestions for any other sources you know!

S H O P P I N G

1. PS 2012 TV Unit with Yellow, $179 at IKEA.

2. Ziggurat 5 by Superdeluxe, $24 at 20×200.

3. Aqua Herringbone Rug 8’x10’, $199 at Urban Outfitters.

4. PS 2012 Yellow Easy Chair, $149 at IKEA.

5. Kuhn Rikon Serrated Paring Knives, $11.95 at Sur La Table.

6. Dip-Dye Rainbow Silk Pillow Cover, $39 at West Elm.

7. PS 2012 Flatwoven Green Rug, $99.99 at IKEA.

8. DOKUMENT Pink Wastepaper Basket, $3.99 at IKEA.

9. Flip N Dine Dining Table, $499 at CB2.

10. Colored Crystal Runner, $199 at CB2.

11. Lightning Bolt Power Strip, $20 at Fred Flare.

12. Pegs Rug 5’x8’, $349 at CB2.

13. De’Longhi kMix 2-Slice Toaster, $99.95 at HSN.

14. Neon Angled Wall Shelf, $16 at Urban Outfitters.

15. Unikko Blue Shower Curtain, $69 at Marimekko.

16. Thesi Pool Loveseat, $499 at CB2.

17. Blik Tripod Light Wall Decal, $35 at Blik.

18. Metal High Gloss Clover Coat Rack, $19.95 at CB2.

19. Spindle Back Side Chair, $119 at West Elm.

20. GAVIK Pink Frosted Glass Table Lamp, $14.99 at IKEA.

21. Canvas Storage Bins, $36 at Uncommon Goods.

22. Yellow Zigzag Rug 8’x10′, $199 at Urban Outfitters.

23. KARLSTAD Corner Sofa in Sivik Green, $899 at IKEA.

24. Vienna Green 24″ Barstool, $179 at Crate & Barrel.

25. Fleet Hot Orange Chair, $149 at CB2.

26. 10 Colored Cups with Spoons, $8.48 at Pier1 Imports.

27. Room Essentials Towel Bundle, $11.97 at Target.

28. Go-Cart Yellow Rolling Table, $99.95 at CB2.

29. Cyclone Folding Chair, $198/pair at Chiasso.

30. PS 2012 Candlestick, $19.99 at IKEA.

31. Casa Tissue Box, $10 at Fred Flare.

32. DIOD Turquoise Glass, $2.99 at IKEA.

33. Sophie Headboard Wall Decal, $40 at Blik.

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