Marimekko Oyj is a Finnish lifestyle design company renowned for its original prints and colors and founded by Viljo and Armi Ratia in Helsinki in 1951. When Marimekko was founded, its unparalleled printed fabrics gave it a strong and unique identity. Marimekko made important contributions to fashion in the 1960s renowned for its original prints and colors. The company’s product portfolio includes high-quality clothing, bags, and accessories as well as home décor items ranging from textiles to tableware. Bursting onto the scene in the ’60s and ’70s, Marimekko has established itself in the worlds of fashion, design, textiles, and pop culture and is globally recognized as a leader in the Finnish textile industry. In 2021, the ’company’s net sales were EUR 152 million and brand sales of the products worldwide amounted to EUR 376 million. Globally, there are roughly 150 Marimekko stores, and online store serves customers in 35 countries: the key markets are Northern Europe, the Asia-Pacific region and North America, and the group employs about 410 people. The company’s share is quoted on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.
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