Stockholm’s coolest record shops
With more than 20 record stores dotted around its streets, Stockholm is living, breathing proof that vinyl is far from…
Shopping
Scandinavia can be a fun place to go shopping, and whether you love Danish design or Swedish fashion, you’re sure to find something great to take home with you. There’s a really lively second-hand scene in Stockholm and Copenhagen – if you’re looking for a bargain be sure to get up early for a rummage around the flea markets!
Second-hand shopping in Malmö
The second-hand scene in Malmö is surprisingly diverse, with everything from messy warehouse shops to small boutiques selling carefully selected…
Flea markets in Copenhagen
Whether you’re a lover of Danish fashion and design or just want to buy something to remind you of your…
Exploring Stockholm’s unofficial art quarter
Most art lovers head straight to one of Stockholm’s big galleries, but an unassuming neighbourhood in Södermalm is emerging as…
Stockholm’s best bookshops and libraries
Stockholm is a real bookworm’s paradise with some fantastic public libraries and a small collection of quirky independent bookshops. Knowing…
Swedish shops worth checking out
Sweden has produced some pretty famous shopping brands. You already know the big ones but there’s much more to the…
A guide to Swedish fashion
Step off the plane in Sweden and it’ll hit you like a sack of potatoes: Swedes have style. Fashion is…
Second-hand Stockholm: where to go shopping
Stockholm isn’t all about grand department stores and pricey designer boutiques. There’s a thriving market for second-hand stuff…
Swedish souvenirs worth buying
Heading to Sweden? Want to bring back a little reminder of your trip, or a nice gift for someone at…
The best Swedish books ever
The best way to get under a country’s skin (apart from visiting) is to read some of its stories. And…