Love Scandi style? Yes, we do too. And turns out that there are some really cool Scandinavian brands that make travel gear perfect for your next trip to the Nordics. We know it may be a while, but some day we’ll be free to roam again. And now, we’ll be ready! Our correspondent and expert on all things Scandinavian, Jillian Tangen, has curated a list of the best luxury Scandinavian travel and apparel brands, including suitcases, sunglasses, outerwear and more, so that you can travel the world in Scandinavian style the next time you head out.
Scandinavian Style Travel Brands and Gear
Even though the opportunity to travel the world is on pause right now, our dreams to explore the world are not. While we’ve been home over the past couple weeks, we’ve been dreaming about some of the favorite places that we’ve visited.
How to travel the world with Scandinavian style suitcase and outerwear brands.
There’s the summer stays in Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard and The Hamptons. The enchanting week in Ljubljana. And of course, the unforgettable European ski vacations, to name a few.
But there’s one region that our mind always goes back to – Scandinavia.
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Despite having visited almost all of the region’s major cities (Reykjavik, Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo) we can’t seem to get enough of the Nordics.
How to travel the world with Scandinavian style suitcase and outerwear brands.
From their famous interior design to their easy-going approach to life – filled with concepts like hygge (coziness) and allemannsretten (right to roam) – we’ve become enchanted. Add to that breathtaking fjords, summer nights filled with lingering sunlight and the devastatingly cool fashion, and it’s no wonder we can’t wait to go back.
And while we can’t travel to our favorite region right at this moment, we can prepare for the next time we can. We’ve pulled together 12 of our must-have items from Scandinavian style travel brands perfect for visiting the Nordics in the summer, to tide us over until we can be there again.
The Best Luxury Brands to Travel the World in Scandinavian Style
Because even though many of the borders around the world are closed today, they will open again. And when they do, we will be ready with a suitcase in hand for our next adventure to Scandinavia. We don’t know about you, but we can’t wait.
outerwear
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The right kind of outerwear can make or break your visit to Scandinavia. Be sure to pack a raincoat for the inevitable rainy days during your journey. We love the adjustable waist on this Rains jacket, which gives it a more feminine fit.
The Rains Long Jacket ($140).
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Despite the calendar telling you that it’s summer, the varying temps of Scandinavia may tell you otherwise, so be sure to pack a warmer jacket option, too. You won’t regret having it when you end up enjoying drinks into the wee hours of sunlight in the evenings outdoors.
The 66° north vatnajokull jacket ($325).
accessories
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A versatile scarf is always a good idea. Not only will it dress up any outfit, but it will add a little extra warmth too.
The Holzweiler Silk Scarf ($215).
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Sunglasses are a must have in the land of the midnight sun, regardless of the time of day – or night.
Han Kjøbenhavn Timeless Sunglasses ($118).
bags
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Every seasoned traveler knows you need a carryall with more than enough space for your essentials (and nonessentials, if we’re being real). This slouchy chic tote fits a reusable water bottle, a camera and an afternoon’s worth of applesauce pouches for the kids, plus it has an extra-wide shoulder strap to support everything.
The Acne Studios Adrienne Tote ($1,450).
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These backpacks are internationally popular for a reason: they fit way more than you’d think, making them a great travel bag. Even better is that it flattens out and weighs almost nothing, so it’s a great bag to pack for when you need extra space.
The Fjällraven Kånka Backpack ($80).
suitcases
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Looking for a suitcase to do all the heavy lifting? Look no further than this Helly Hansen sport trolley. Our family of five has been packing up for twice yearly trips to Norway in two of them for more than 9 years.
Helly Hansen Sport Exp Trolley ($280).
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We understand that rugged luggage isn’t for everyone, so for something a little more sleek we love the minimalist polycarbonate bags from Away that come in an array of colors and sizes. Though they aren’t from Scandinavia, they sure look like it.
The Away Suitcase ($295).
tech gear
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You’re gonna want a serious camera to take flawless pictures of the jaw dropping scenery of the fjords. True to its Scandinavian heritage, Hasselblad cameras are renowned for their iconic ergonomic design, uncompromising image quality and high performance.
Hasselblad x1d Digital Camera ($5,750).
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Not only are these headphones beyond comfortable to wear, they are noise cancelling too.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay e4 ($250).
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After a long flight treat your thirsty skin with a nutrient rich mask to replenish moisture.
The Tromborg Multi Vitamin Facial Mask ($51).
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We cannot recommend a sleeping mask enough when visiting Scandinavia during the summer. The midnight sun can make it hard to fall asleep at times, and a mask will ensure it’s blocked out for you. Scandinavian style travel brands like Flight 001 are a great source for eye cover. And bonus – this mask even comes with a set of ear plugs to keep your surroundings quiet too.
The Flight 001 Molded Sleep Mask ($15).
The Best Luxury Brands to Travel the World in Scandinavian Style
That’s it, our top 12 picks for Scandinavian style outerwear and travel brands to ensure you have a stylish and comfortable trip wherever you choose to roam. In the meantime, we’ll be here dreaming with our bags at the ready for when the time comes to travel again.
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Jillian Tangen is the Head of Research at Dandelion Chandelier and a former Senior Research Analyst at McKinsey & Co and Analyst at Shearman & Sterling. She is an avid fan of Nordic design, having owned an independent lifestyle store and sales agency focused on emerging Scandinavian design. Jillian lives in New York and is married with three young children. She loves cross-country skiing, the New York Rangers, reading, travel and discovering new brands.
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