Marimekko is a Finnish company based in Helsinki founded by Viljo and Armi Ratia. The designs gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s, initiated by the cover of Sports Illustrated (December 12, 1960), and other Marimekko dresses that she wore during the United States presidential election in 1960, shown below.

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Their birght color palette, use of organic abstraction in basic forms are turned into garments and in home furnishings.

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They are still creating innovative works today, in part thanks to bringing on some new designers like Maija Louekari, shown below.

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As well as Sanna Annukka, shown below.

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Link to the Marimekko site HERE.