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Marimekko textile design figure, Vuokko Nurmesniemi, dies at 96

Finnish artist and designer Vuokko Nurmesniemi, known for creating several iconic prints that became classics for the Marimekko brand, has died at the age of 96, her niece announced to AFP on Monday. Architect of textile renewal She joined the clothing, textiles and interior design company in 1953 and would lead the house's artistic direction...

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Marimekko expands into Indonesia and the Philippines

Finnish textile group Marimekko Corporation is driving its growth in Asia. On Monday, the company announced its expansion into two new markets: Indonesia and the Philippines. The aim is to strengthen the brand's presence in the “dynamic markets of Southeast Asia”, according to a statement. According to the company, the first new openings in both...

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Marimekko's 2025 financial results: sales up, net profit unchanged

Finnish textile group Marimekko Corporation (Marimekko) has concluded the 2025 financial year with a further increase in sales. However, profit stagnated compared to the previous year. This was revealed in a recent business report published by the company on Thursday, February 12, 2026. According to the report, sales last year reached 189.6...

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Marimekko's Q3 sales and operating profit surge amidst market challenges

Marimekko Corporation reported a notable increase in both net sales and operating profit for the third quarter of 2025, showcasing its ability to thrive amidst a challenging economic landscape. During the July to September period, revenues surged by 8 percent, reaching 50.8 million euros, up from 47.2 million euros in the same period last year....

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Marimekko x Crocs collaboration drives sales growth in Q2

Growth opportunities for Finnish fashion house Marimekko lie in the Asian market and brand collaborations. This was revealed by chief executive officer Tiina Alahuta-Kasko during a webcast explaining the second quarter financial results. Marimekko's second quarter saw a 2 percent increase in sales and net sales of 44.5 million euros. Behind...

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Marimekko's profit shrinks despite sales increase

The Finnish fashion label Marimekko experienced a profit decline in the first quarter, despite increased sales. Revenue increased by 5 percent to 39.6 million euros, driven particularly by wholesale business growth and higher retail sales in Finland. However, total sales in its Finnish home market decreased by 3 percent, as domestic promotional...

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Marimekko and Crocs unveil limited-edition collaboration

Global footwear brand Crocs has unveiled a limited-edition collection with Finnish fashion and lifestyle design house Marimekko, launching on April 23. The collection, which marks the first collaboration between the two brands, draws inspiration from the optimism and sense of playfulness at the core of both brands and features Marimekko’s...

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Marimekko's chief business development officer resigns

Finnish textile producer Marimekko will soon be without a chief business development officer (CBDO). Riika Wikberg, who holds the position, will leave the company on June 10, 2025, Marimekko announced in a short statement. Wikberg is exiting the company to transition to entrepreneurship, Marimekko said. The CBDO was also a member of the...

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Thanks to a strong final quarter: Marimekko increases annual sales and earnings

The Finnish textile company Marimekko Corporation achieved growth in sales and profit in fiscal year 2024. This was due in no small part to record results in the fourth quarter. According to the annual report published on Wednesday, management anticipates further revenue growth in 2025 despite the continuing uncertain economic environment....

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Marimekko posts Q3 retail sales growth of 12 percent

Marimekko’s net sales decreased by 1 percent and totaled 47.2 million euros due to lower wholesale sales in Finland. On the other hand, retail sales grew by 12 percent. The company’s year-to-date net sales grew by 4 percent and amounted to 128.6 million euros boosted by the growth of retail sales in Finland and an increase in wholesale sales in...

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Marimekko Q2 and half year sales rise reflecting ‘strong competitiveness’

Finnish lifestyle label Marimekko posted generally positive results for the second quarter and first six months of the year, with net sales in both periods increasing by 8 percent to 43.7 million euros and 81.3 million euros, respectively. The boost was accredited to a growth of wholesale sales in Finland and Scandinavia, as well as an increase...

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Digital Product Passport: new guide by TrusTrace unlocks the Why, What and How

“I got into fashion because I love numbers and data …” said nobody, ever, as pointed out by the new digital product passport (DPP) playbook, launched by TrusTrace, a platform for supply chain traceability and compliance, and written by about a dozen subject matter experts. However, the European Parliament adopted the Ecodesign for Sustainable...