Forever Stylish Journal — Sigrid Maria

Stockholm in September

Stockholm in September

I am back in London after spending a few restful September weeks in my hometown of Stockholm. This is always my favourite time to go and also when I think the city looks its most beautiful. There is a new freshness to the air coming in from the sea, and the colour of the leaves have just started turning but it doesn't feel like full on autumn yet - you can still pick a bright bouquet of flowers at Rosedahls Trädgård. It is when people still take their Fika (coffee and cinnamon bun for me) outside bundled up in knitted scarves and jumpers, see friends for the seasons last few glasses of rosé or even take a morning swim in the lake before work. This is the time of year to walk everywhere and really enjoy what the city has to offer.

Corners of the WorldNikie LundquistOctober 9, 2024Weekend, Style, City, Stockholm, Lifestyle

A Vintage Valentine 💌

A Vintage Valentine 💌

Nikie LundquistFebruary 14, 2024

January Moodboard

January Moodboard

As we reach the half way point of arguably dreariest month of the year, seeking comfort and joy in the small things is more important than ever. With fewer distractions and a slower tempo, we can recharge our batteries and fully enjoy the pleasures of cooking hearty, nourishing meals, catch up with friends over a coffee or glass of wine, and sit down and reflect on what this new year might bring our way. When we eventually have to venture outside, it will be bundled up in soft jumpers and big fluffy coats whilst daydreaming about the warmth of the sun.

Life MusingsNikie LundquistJanuary 17, 2024Moodboard, Weekend, Winter, Daisy Hoppen, Laila Gohar, Hosting, January, New Year, Enrico Baj, Swan Lake, Queen, Celine, Travel, Elsa Peretti, oysters, Cedric Morris, Dior, Christian Dior, Audrey HepburnComment

October Moodboard

October Moodboard

The season of mist and mellow fruitfulness is finally upon us; also known as the season of crisp air, tea and hot crumpets and of course, knitted jumpers and vintage blazers. Time to cosy up on the sofa and have a look at some things that have caught my eye recently…

Second Hand September

Second Hand September

This is the month to celebrate rewearing, donating and restyling your current wardrobe as well as embracing the joy of purchasing second hand clothing. We’ve put together a little mood board to get you inspired for the new autumn season…

Fashion InspirationNikie LundquistSeptember 19, 2023Autumn, Style, AW23, Style InspirationComment

Midweek Moodboard

Midweek Moodboard

This week I am inspired by Kate Moss off duty in the 90s, a summer nibbles still life, glossy green Prada Mary Janes, a Picasso and Jean Cocteau print, Isabel Marant cowboy boots in pink suede, Lovö armchairs by Axel Einar Hjort, Prada AW23 on the catwalk , a dog illustration by Luke Edward Hall, a brown suede Hermes clutch, white silk ruffle dresses with boots and a vintage Saks logo.

Midweek Moodboard

This week I am inspired by pleated a Molly Goddard dress from the AW18 collection, the OASE Magazine cover from 1991, an Italian brass mirror, a Picasso poster from 1957, the Kinetics lounge chairs from the 1970s, Amanda Goodge for WSJ Magazine 2017, a Gilbert Poillerat 1940s Metal Armchair, a Venetian wedding, a duck egg blue blazer over white jeans and a vintage Balenciaga evening coat.

Midweek Moodboard

Midweek Moodboard

This week I am inspired by bright yellow Mimosa, Old Céline campaigns, baby blue cardis from Deima Knitwear, pearls in a pod, the crochet designs of Fendi SS21, the simple aesthetic of Lié Studio and crimson red Prada peonies.

Midweek Moodboard - Style Icons

Midweek Moodboard - Style Icons

This week I am inspired by some of the classic style icons; Brigitte Bardot wearing a mini skirt, Jackie O in a silk gingham flowy dress, Gwyneth’s Kelly bag, Julia Roberts’ velvet blazer with razor collar, Carolyn Besette Kennedy’s faded denim and 90’s sunglasses, Elle’s red Adidas Galzelle sneakers, SJP’s tuxedo blazer and of course the inimitable style of Franca Sozzani…

Midweek Moodboard

Midweek Moodboard

This week I am inspired by new beginnings and the promise of spring, Parrot tulips in a ceramic vase, white silk on tanned skin, a spread of fresh oysters in Martha’s Vineyard, washed hair tied in a velvet ribbon, vintage Vivienne Westwood on the catwalk, party Kate Moss and the end of (dry) January, the dream of a vegetable patch, a bespoke cloud coffee table and a mint silk chiffon dress blowing in a breeze…

Midweek Moodboard

Midweek Moodboard

This week I am inspired by everything winter and snow 🖤 Brigitte Bardot on the slopes, Zermatt in the 50s and some great vintage ski outfits.

Midweek Moodboard

This week I am inspired by: Romanian floral headpieces, Faye Wei Wei, Blanca Miro’s all white outfit, revival style jewellery and silk print patterns 🖤

Vintage for Ukraine

Vintage for Ukraine

Nikie LundquistMarch 16, 2022Ukraine, Vintage, Sale

Five Photos I Saved on Instagram This Week

Five Photos I Saved on Instagram This Week

This week I am inspired by: The vintage copper jelly moulds in the kitchen of Skye McAlpine, the Zazi Vintage collaboration with Moroccan rug maker Limala, a snapshot of the studio of Luke Edward Hall, Aimee Lou Wood for the Vampires Wife, and a vintage photo of Martha Stewart preparing for Thanksgiving. 🖤

Sustainable Swimwear - a Small Guide

Sustainable Swimwear - a Small Guide

One of the hardest things to find sustainable options for is swimwear. Along with underwear and workout clothes, these are items that you’d rather not source second hand! Unfortunately, swimwear for the last 50 years have been made almost exclusively made out of plastic based materials, with no natural fibres in sight.

Fashion InspirationNikie LundquistJuly 19, 2021Sustainability, Fashion, Swimwear, Guide, Sustainable Fashion, Seaquelle, Gyko, Youswim, Tona, Paper, EconylComment

Five Favourite Things with Sophie Elliott, Co-Founder of The Sette

Five Favourite Things with Sophie Elliott, Co-Founder of The Sette

This week we chat to Sophie Elliott, PR guru and co-founder of The Sette. The Sette is an online shop for artisan and unique kitchen and tableware, with focus on fun and original, yet classic designs. The Sette offers a curation of both table and cookware, seamlessly bridging the previous gap between the two. Sophie and Cloe’s main mission is to bring people around the kitchen table and create lasting memories with an aesthetic that is laid back and timeless - yet a little fun.

The Sigrid Maria Dress Collection is Here!

The Sigrid Maria Dress Collection is Here!

So excited to bring you the first small selection of made to order dresses from the brand. The pieces are all handmade in East London using either vintage or end of roll Liberty Tana Lawn cotton. They are special items to love and cherish for a long time, and perfect for any occasion!

Fashion InspirationNikie LundquistApril 1, 2021Sigrid Maria, Dresses, Dress, Made to Order, Craftsmanship, Liberty, Print, Floral, Vintage, Raw Silk

Five Favourite Things with Jemima Herbert, Co-Founder of LAY London

Five Favourite Things with Jemima Herbert, Co-Founder of LAY London

This week we chat to Jemima Herbert, co-founder of LAY London, about some of her favourite things, and how to make hosting even more special. LAY is London’s first tablescape rental company, which delivers colourful party settings straight to your door, set up by Jemima and her sister Alice. They both grew up in the countryside and were always encouraged to be creative whether it be mad Easter tables at home or over-the-top birthday celebrations; more was always more in the Herbert household. With a mum who had an amazing ability to make the little things feel special, how to make decorative dining tables and personal interior touches were instilled in them from an early age, and the interest grew even more later on when they started hosting friends in their own homes.

Art Obsession - Painter Fatima Ronquillo

Art Obsession - Painter Fatima Ronquillo

Whilst going down one of many rabbit holes on Pinterest recently (this one concerned paintings of Victorian lovers’ eyes - can highly recommend) I discovered the work of artist Fatima Ronquillo. Fatima is a self-taught painter who combines old master techniques with a playful modern sensibility to create a world where art history meets with imagined characters from literature, theatre and opera.

Life Musings, ArtNikie LundquistFebruary 9, 2021Fatima Ronquillo, Art, Artist, Art Work, Painting, Flora, Fauna, Mystical, Old Master, Victoria, Gucci, Alessandro Michele Comment

Swedish Cinnamon Buns - Recipe

Swedish Cinnamon Buns - Recipe

I don’t know how many times in 2020 I made these cinnamon buns, but it is definitely one of the few things that I can now proudly add to my baking repertoire. Swedish cinnamon buns (they also have to include cardamom, an unusual ingredient for sweet things in this part of the world) are a traditional treat, usually consumed when having fika - a short break with a coffee and something sweet. Fika is an institution in Sweden and is a chance to catch up with colleagues, family or friends to share a hot drink and a sweet bun or cake, usually more than once a day. My mum even craves a pre-fika around 11 (I guess it’s her version of elevenses) before her proper fika in the afternoon. Anyway, these buns will make a perfect treat with a cup of tea or coffee, and making them is a labour of love so be prepared to devote a few hours in total to create these heavenly cinnamon swirls.

Life Musings, RecipesNikie LundquistJanuary 20, 2021Recipe, Swedish, Cinnamon Buns, Baking, Cooking, CardamomComment