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

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.

Postcard from Stockholm

Sunday was spent outside in the Stockholm autumn sunshine, walking in the royal park that is the island of Djurgården. We stopped for a coffee and cardamom bun (the most important Swedish tradition ‘fika’) in an apple orchard at Rosendals Trädgård, a cafe and bakery which also has a plant shop.