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1) The Minna Parikka Store

Aleksanterinkatu 36, 00100 Helsinki

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Images: Minna Parikka & Ian Lee

Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and Kylie Jenner are all fans of this super quirky 10-year-old Helsinki-based accessories label. And we can totally see why! We’re loving the brand’s iconic bunny-themed pumps and sneakers, and this season’s whimsical sushi sandals. If you’re not planning a trip to Helsinki anytime soon, you can also shop the label at www.minnaparikka.com.

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Leather d’Orsays, 350 euros.

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Leather d’Orsays, 295 euros.


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Denim sneakers, 260 euros.

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Patent leather pumps, 350 euros.

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Patent leather sandals, 395 euros.


2) The Marimekko Cafe & Outlet Store

Puusepänkatu 4, 00880 Helsinki

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No visit to Finland is complete without hitting one of Marimekko’s print-tastic stores. And if that leaves you wanting more, you’ll have to check out the cafe at Marimekko’s HQ, where you get to have a full Marimekko-style lunch (that includes coffee, soup, bread, salads and sides) for about 10 euros with the brand’s signature patterned plates, bowls and cups – great for Instagram moments! It doesn’t hurt that there’s a Marimekko outlet store in the same building, with off-season items on discounts of about 50 per cent off.


3) Breakfast at Klaus K

Bulevardi 2, 00120 Helsinki

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Yes, the Finnish indulge in sweet treats for breakfast. If you have a sweet tooth, the Klaus K boutique hotel is a great place to stay – homemade blueberry cheesecake, cookies and brownies, anyone? Food aside, Klaus K is just a five-minute walk to some of Helsinki’s best shops including department store Stockmann (that stocks Acne Studios, Filippa K and Tiger of Sweden) and multi-label store Della Marga (you’ll find Saint Laurent, Valentino and even Chanel here).

 

4) The Helsinki Cathedral

Unionsgatan 29, 00121 Helsinki

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One of Helsinki’s key landmarks, this neoclassical style cathedral (that was completed in 1852!) is a sight to behold – and although we only managed to squeeze time for a quick snap outside, we have to say that the stunning, almost all-white-buidling makes an amazing Instagram photo!  

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