The best fashion and gift stores Svealand

Impeccable with its bright neon lights and the rotating light clock on the roof. If it rains or snows, this modern building is a pleasant refuge. Market with fresh products, bakery, butchery, everything in a pleasant mess. Cafés abound, restaurants also abound.

It is the most luxurious department store in the country. In NK-Trend, the latest fashion fanatics will find the largest selection of clothes designed by Swedish designers such as Marcel Marongiu, Anna Holtblad, Acne or Filippa K. If you are looking for a fashion gem, this is definitely the place to go, even if you have to prepare your wallet! In the basement, you will find a supermarket and a bakery to eat.

This chain of interior design stores is a kind of cheap design laboratory where designers express their science of pure Swedish design: very colorful and avant-garde... In 15 years, the concept has grown with many outlets throughout the country. In Stockholm there are several outlets, the most important of which are at the airport and the central station. A good address to make interesting purchases without breaking the bank, and to decorate your home in Swedish style.

Located in the heart of the city, this store will enchant you with the diversity of its objects and their originality. Take a foldable bag in your suitcase to fill it with objects from this chain of stores that offers Swedish design objects for very low prices! It is also a good address to bring back nice original souvenirs, far from the "I love Sverige" key rings or magnets for the fridge. We don't hesitate to stop there for last minute gifts, because we are sure to find something interesting!

In this huge and austere building in the centre of the city, you can find on several floors important collections of clothes produced by this important Swedish chain. A kind of equivalent of Printemps or Galeries Lafayette, Swedish version. It is one of the most known and used chains by the locals, offering all the big brands as well as local and less known brands. They are also known for their Scandinavian design items, offering new designers as well as the classics.

Marimekko is one of the pioneering brands in the textile industries of the 1950s. Originating in Finland, this brand put forward very innovative designs for the time, having used patterns created by different artists. Marimekko freed women from stuffy corsets to more flexible and straight cuts. Today, the brand is recognized worldwide. Its style is part of a Scandinavian aesthetic, and has been a major influence on Swedish design, including the famous collaboration between IKEA and Marimekko.

Fashion victim in Stockholm? Welcome to the temple of fashion. The shopping mall located in Hamngatan street (37), offers more than 80 stores, most of them fashion! Between two stores, it is easy to be tempted by the stalls from which escape the scent of melted chocolate and which offer giant muffins and ice creams, and by the cafes whose terraces animate the place. However, if you are looking for something local be warned, this is not a very authentic place, but rather a well-stocked mall!

Since 1983, this beautiful shop is specialized in rock, pop and psychedelic music from the 1960s. Well separated, two rooms are dedicated to CDs (special editions, many rare imports from Japanese labels) and the other to vinyls, all formats. If you're looking for rarities that can't be found elsewhere, this is the place to be. The friendly owner Lasse Nerbe will advise you in the light of his great knowledge of this kind of music, so it's a good address to make musical discoveries in Stockholm!

You will find in this chain of stores a lot of accessories and utensils for the house. But also bags, nice photo albums, very tasteful tableware; and many other objects... In short, it is difficult not to be tempted in this big store, and to resist the desire to acquire new things! The design is modern and uncluttered, the atmosphere not rather relaxed, and the materials natural. All this at very reasonable prices, so it's a good address for gift ideas at low prices!

Only bookshop specialized in French books in the city.

For Scandinavian sweaters, such a special style. It will also be found in the shops of Västerlånggatan Street, still in Gamla stan.

If you are a fan of the legendary Viking people and have come all the way to Sweden, don't leave empty handed! This small store with the Viking sign offers all the crafts and knick-knacks, figurines, tools, books on the theme of this famous people. What to learn more about their culture, discover new objects and enjoy yourself. It's also a great place to buy local and original souvenirs at good prices!

This flea market is the largest in the country, and you will find absolutely everything. You can find, sniff, search, search, shoot… Bref!

Located in the chic district of Östermalm, in a very charming street and a stone's throw from many other galleries, the Jackson Gallery is a must. Specializing in Scandinavian and international vintage design, it focuses on ^20th century Scandinavian classics. Since opening in 1981, Paul and Carina Jackson have built one of the most extensive collections in the category. After your visit, head to Humlegården, a lovely garden right next to the store, to chat in the sun about what you saw.

A gallery-shop that is a change from the usual souvenir shops in the old town. Here you will find perfect gifts for friends, family or yourself! Among the (tastefully designed) products: art prints, trays, fine china cups, textiles, books and much more. Everything is created by Swedish artist Charlotte Nicolin. With over 40 years of experience the artist creates portraits of wild animals with compassion and humour. Each piece of art takes between one and three months to complete.

Behind the central station, in a fast developing area where very contemporary buildings are being built, this old brick shed has been rehabilitated to house several businesses, including Kaleido. Between the concept store and the art gallery, there is a nice selection of works and handicrafts from different regions of Sweden. Ceramics, blown glass, knitting, woodwork, weaving, soaps... the creations are varied and will suit all budgets. It's the perfect place for truly authentic souvenirs!

This is the only store in the world for the famous Swedish brand, founded in 1924 by artist Estrid Ericson and designer Josef Frank. On Strandvägen Quay, stop by to admire the timeless creations of a company that has marked the history of Swedish and world design. The interior is beautifully decorated with colors and patterns, and you will find beautiful textiles, vases, tea accessories, tablecloths and more. Everything is carefully selected and the items make great gifts to take home.

Material is a fine arts store in Södermalm, where you can find practical accessories and tools for making perfect gifts! With a wide and varied selection, you'll find everything from postcard-making, painting and drawing to gift-giving! There's also a stationery section, with pens, notebooks and more. The store is small but has a great selection, without being too expensive. Why not explore everything to make that project you've always wanted to do?

Run by a group of artisans, 125 Kvadrat is a shop and gallery in Södermalm that offers a variety of nice objects. You'll find an inspiring mix of colours and shapes, with jewellery, bags, ceramics, decorative items, textiles and more. While strolling through the trendy Sofo area, why not stop here and pick up a little gift for someone special! With about 20 members and artisans, you have a rich and varied selection of items for all tastes.