4 affordable Scandi brands that will make you forget H&M
Do you love Scandi style? Are you into all things minimalist, especially when it comes to price? Then we’re betting your wardrobe is filled with H&M shoes and accessories. But did you know there are lots of great alternatives to the high street giant? If you’re looking for better quality without breaking the bank, here are four brands to check out to get your dose of Scandi style!
1. & Other Stories
Fashion girl favorite & Other Stories has design ateliers in Stockholm, Los Angeles and Paris. Its Stockholm designs are contemporary and cool and include lingerie, accessories, and affordable statement pieces and their shoe collection is always filled with the hottest shoe trends!
-72%
& Other Stories
Pants Red
$36.00
$129.00
Yoox.com
-60%
& Other Stories
Belted Wide Leg Knit Jumpsuit in Black Dark at Nordstrom, Size Medium
$62.97
$159.00
Nordstrom
-51%
& Other Stories
Blazers Brown
$86.00
$176.00
Yoox.com
-61%
& Other Stories
Belted Wool Blend Coat in Mole at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$93.97
$239.00
Nordstrom
-40%
& Other Stories
square neck mini dress with shirred bodice in blue floral print
$66.60
$111.00
ASOS
-50%
& Other Stories
alpaca blend cardigan in gray melange
$59.50
$119.00
ASOS
-30%
2. Wood Wood
A Danish streetwear brand with a cult following, Wood Wood offers a cool-casual range of clothing for the fashion-savvy woman. Offering a muted colour palette of black, white and grey, this label is about cool minimalism. Prices are a little higher than H&M, but it’s still very still affordable. A small compromise for the benefit of uniqueness!
-75%
Wood Wood
Sweatshirts Gray
$47.00
$187.00
Yoox.com
-40%
Wood Wood
Womens Alma Logo T-Shirt In Sky Blue
$52.00
$87.00
ShopSimon
-34%
Wood Wood
T-shirts White
$89.00
$134.00
Yoox.com
-40%
Wood Wood
Womens Alma Logo T-Shirt In Off White
$52.00
$87.00
ShopSimon
3. Baum und Pferdgarten
Aline Kaplan wearing Baum & Pferdgarten wide leg blue denim pants, & other stories white flower pattern cropped blouse and orange summer heels and Mango orange black shades
Founded in Copenhagen, Denmark, by designers Rikke Baumgarten and Helle Hestehave, the brand embodies the Nordic aesthetic while infusing it with unexpected twists and bold patterns. The brand is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this year!
Known for its impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail, Baum und Pferdgarten is known for it’s luxurious fabrics, expert tailoring, and intricate embellishments. From tailored blazers and flowing dresses to statement knitwear and eye-catching prints, each piece exudes a sense of effortless elegance with a modern edge.
Baum Und Pferdgarten
Cattia Cotton Floral Sweater White
$329.00
Anthropologie
-29%
Baum Und Pferdgarten
T-shirts Blue
$60.00
$84.00
Yoox.com
-34%
Baum Und Pferdgarten
Aney Denim Mini Dress Blue
$229.95
$349.00
Anthropologie
-62%
Baum Und Pferdgarten
T-shirts White
$44.00
$115.00
Yoox.com
4. ARKET
At the core of ARKET’s ethos is a commitment to offering well-made, essential pieces that stand the test of time. Drawing inspiration from Scandinavian design principles, ARKET’s aesthetic is characterized by clean lines, understated elegance, and a neutral color palette. The brand’s collections feature versatile wardrobe staples ranging from tailored outerwear and crisp shirts to relaxed knitwear and organic cotton basics.
ARKET also places an emphasis on sustainability, priortizing the use of sustainable materials, such as organic cotton, recycled polyester, and responsibly sourced wool.
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Arket
Blazers Blue
$148.00
$175.00
Yoox.com
Arket
heavyweight jersey boxy T-shirt in white
$51.00
ASOS
-47%
Arket
Jackets Beige
$87.00
$165.00
Yoox.com
-30%
Arket
linen mix denim top with volume sleeves in clean indigo blue
$78.50
$112.00
ASOS
-54%
Arket
Blazers Blue
$80.00
$175.00
Yoox.com
Arket
heavy weight jersey t-shirt in black
$51.00
ASOS
-67%
Arket
Pants Black
$49.00
$149.00
Yoox.com
-40%
Arket
Lupine stretch cotton high rise wide leg jeans in black
$74.40
$124.00
ASOS
