Journal

Marimekko Day: Discover the patterns of joy

On May 22, the Marimekko Day fashion shows brought the joyful spirit of summer to Helsinki, filling Esplanade Park with patterns of joy. Thanks to our one-of-a-kind community and live performances by Ruusut, the day was pure summer bliss. Experience the joy of bold prints and bright colors.

How Erja Hirvi’s love of flowers became prints

Kukasta kukkaan, a new print by Elja Hirvi, is a design woven from hand-painted flowers, expressing a joyful ensemble of blossoms. As its name suggests, meaning "from flower to flower," it is inspired by the playful movements of bumblebees lightly flitting among summer flowers.

Pillow talk with Laila Gohar

When Laila Gohar is involved, everything becomes something special. Her dreamy capsule collection of bedroom items, "Laila Gohar for Marimekko," which embodies her unique sensibility, was unveiled at Milan Design Week 2025.

Celebrate the art of printmaking with limited-edition items

To commemorate the brand's 75th anniversary, a Japan-exclusive anniversary bag has been released.
It will be available at the official online store along with the new Maridenim and home collection. A special design novelty item will also be available in a limited edition of 75 pieces.

From her sketchbook to your home and wardrobe: Petra Börner's wearable art

The "Marimekko Artist Series" has so far featured three artists. For its fourth installment, we introduce Petra Börner, an artist born in Sweden and based in London.
What process did her works, characterized by bold colors and organic forms, go through to be transformed into Marimekko products?

Marimekko SS25: A parade of flowers

To celebrate the arrival of summer, the paths of the Opera Park are transformed into a parade of flowers, and Marimekko flags flutter high in the sky, adding to the scenery. DJ Nene H's hyper-fast beats will draw out positive energy.

Queer Aesthetics and Renaissance Motifs: LGBTQIA+ Artists for Pride Month

There is only one strength—love. This month, Pride Month, the words of Marimekko founder Armi Ratia are vividly recreated through an art installation by Zander Schlater and Emma Thomas.