“Collecting fashion is a relatively recent phenomenon,” says the Danish, London-based stylist and creative consultant Alexandra Carl, who has written the book “Collecting Fashion: Nostalgia, Passion, Obsession”. The book gathers the preeminent collection of archival obsessives, capturing the closets of an impressive list of fashion and design talent, and gives the readers insight in how to collect an impressive wardrobe. Each of the 20 chapters in Alexandra Carl’s Collecting Fashion (Rizzoli, out this month), covers a subject and their accumulations – and each person recalls somethi ..read more

Queen Margrethe, who surprised her country by abdicating earlier this year, is back as ballet costume designer with Denmark’s famed Tivoli amusement park that celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Learn more about abdicated Queen Margrete of Denmark creating new ballet costumes. Since childhood, The Queen has been strongly interested in the worlds of theatre and especially ballet, inspired particularly by Frederik IX’s enjoyment in this regard. Early on, Princess Margrethe went with her parents to the Royal Theatre, where in 1948 she attended August Bournonville’s ballet Napoli, which m ..read more

Next year, Sweden will send a combat battalion of approximately 600 soldiers to the NATO Forward Land Forces (FLF). The FLF are multinational forces deployed by NATO in eight Eastern European countries. This marks that Sweden is now a NATO member. Before applying for NATO membership, Sweden had maintained a policy of neutrality in military affairs since the Napoleonic Wars, after which Sweden adopted a policy of “non-alignment in peace and neutrality in war”. The country was neutral in both world wars—though it cooperated with both Germany and Allied nations  ..read more

Designed for HAY by Danish designer Leif Jørgensen, the Loop Stand is a series of tables and clothing stands. The series has just been relaunched in a number of new variants, with the tabletop now offered in oak veneer and the trestles updated in deep tones of red and blue. Learn more about the Danish loop stand. These new additions bring freshness to the well-known series and extend the options and versatility of the tables. The loop stand family Characterized by its uncluttered, graphic expression, the collection features a distinctive three-legged design. All models in the collection are o ..read more

Google Flights not only allows you to see what days are the cheapest to fly and what site has the cheapest fares but also allows you to purchase the tickets by following the links provided on the site. Learn how to reduce your flight costs with Google Flights. When following the provided links, you will sometimes purchase directly from the airline, and sometimes it will direct you to sites such as Priceline or Expedia. So, how do you use the functions of Google Flights to book flights as low as $178 to get from Los Angeles to Europe? If you already know where you would like to go, grab your l ..read more

The waterfront in Denmark’s capital has undergone impressive redevelopment in recent decades and transformed into Copenhagen’s new recreational hub. Today, you can almost read the chapters of Copenhagen’s harbor from fortress and trading port through shipbuilder and business center to a modern, creative knowledge city with integrated urban districts. The Copenhagen waterfront has been transformed into a vibrant public space with recreational activities and residential developments. The urban regeneration of the harbor has been in progress for nearly two decades. Politicians, landowners, and i ..read more

Moving to a new country is a thrilling adventure, packed with opportunities for personal growth and discovery. With its stunning natural landscapes, exceptional quality of life, and robust social welfare, Scandinavia stands out as a top destination for those pondering why to move abroad. In this article we give you insider tips and advice from expats living in Scandinavia. Scandinavia, encompassing Sweden, Norway and Denmark, offers a mosaic of experiences catering to various lifestyles and preferences. Drawing on advice from expats living in Scandinavia, this article aims to equip you with i ..read more

More and more Scandinavians are choosing small apartments and smart solutions. They choose location and proximity to the city rather than square meters. Learn more about the art of Scandinavian small space living. This design trend is all about being practical and stylish, which are two things that are important in smaller homes with not a lot of space. The living room is a key area to decorate in this style, as it’s the area you likely use the most and the area that guests see. As our world becomes increasingly crowded and urbanized, more and more people are finding themselves living in smal ..read more

Mining has long been an important industry for countries around the world. Underground resources are essential for everything from building to jewellery, and as such, the income from the mining industry is a vital part of the global economy. Why is Scandinavia sauch an essential region for mining? Read on and find out. Areas that boast large reserves of desirable minerals and metals are deemed as important for the sector. Whilst you might typically think of Australia, Canada or South Africa as mining hotspots, one key collection of countries is a little further north. Scandinavia, with its va ..read more

Five of Scandinavia’s higher education institutions have been ranked among the 100 best in the world according to the newest annual assessment by Chinese company Shanghai Ranking Consultancy.  ShanghaiRanking of World Universities 2023 Unlike the QS and Times University rankings, which focus on student life and the experience of studying, the annual ShanghaiRanking judges universities based on their contributions to the academic world, i.e. the number of papers published or cited in journals and the number of accolades alumni have received ..read more