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Editorial

Featuring a selection of interviews, articles, recipes, and snippets of research gathered over the years, our editorial archive explores the topics that inspire and influence our work and daily lives: notions of quality and beauty, craftsmanship, well-being, and our connection to the natural world.

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The simplicity of the Skedblad chair
Design|September 2024
The wooden Skedblad chair is a distinctive and quickly recognisable feature of our cafés and store furnishings. Designed in 1933 by Carl Malmsten, one of the most well-known furniture designers and interior architects in the Nordics, the chair is as simple as can be, consisting of only six pieces, with a soft, oval backrest resembling the bowl of a spoon.
Paula Ayet on embracing change through movement
Interviews|September 2024
Paula Ayet left her big city life and career in fashion to develop her yoga practice in the Pyrenees and carve out her own route to creative work. As the big wave of transition is about to pass, she’s ready to reap the fruits of her hard work.
Jeremy Torz on the potential of better coffee
Interviews|September 2024
Speciality coffee pioneer Jeremy Torz of East London’s Union Coffee Roasters talks about his passion for great flavour and the importance of dodging elitism.
Charlie Porter on the non-mystery of fashion
Interviews|September 2024
If getting dressed every day has inspired some introspection, it is with good reason, and you’re not alone. The work of fashion journalist Charlie Porter builds, in fact, on the idea that what we wear and how we wear it are inherently tied to the way we live. Awareness of this notion may spark beautiful dialogues and insights about who we are as people, allowing us to feel more in tune with how we choose to show up to the world – and ourselves.
Johan & Nyström
Suppliers|September 2024
A Swedish speciality coffee roastery with a wide variety of premium coffees, located just outside of Stockholm, provides ARKET CAFÉ with fantastic coffee, every day.
Wild medicine and the freedom of trusting in nature with Signe Siemsen
Interviews|September 2024
Plants have always been a source of both food and medicine, and the knowledge of how to use them has been passed down through generations. However, for most people today, that link is broken, and nature often represents something we need to approach with care. For Signe Siemsen – an herbalist, doula, and craftswoman living in Stockholm – having a relationship with the wild brings healing and meaning to what it means to be human.
Moments of presence with Mario Milana
Interviews|September 2024
The works of Mario Milana focus on the interaction between the body, mind, and objects. With this approach, the Milan-based furniture designer attempts to integrate the habit of presence into everyday life, looking to expand the meditative practice beyond an assigned time and place. ‘If you have to interact with something both physically and mentally, then you're present in that moment.’
Marconi
Suppliers|September 2024
Marconi is a Chinese garment manufacturer, specialising in high-quality pieces for men and women.
How to care for down
Care guides|September 2024
Down is ideal for lightweight insulating outerwear because it creates a warm thermal barrier next to the body. Treat your down products with special care to maintain their level of performance.
The hidden features of our typeface ARKET Sans
Design|September 2024
Meant to reflect our preference for simplicity, functionality, and longevity, the ARKET logo isn’t a logo but merely the name of the brand set in uppercase in our own bespoke type family, ARKET Sans, which was developed in 2015 by the Icelandic and Danish design duo Or Type.
Pickled vegetables
Food|September 2024
This recipe works well with all kinds of vegetables, so get creative with what's available in season. Our favourite pickles include red onion and red cabbage – they add a beautiful pink tint to other vegetables, providing a decorative topping for salads and sandwiches.
How to care for synthetic fibres
Care guides|September 2024
Synthetic fibres such as polyester, polyamide, acrylic, and elastane have many useful properties that can be enjoyed in a variety of garments, including activewear and swimwear. They’re usually comfortable, quick-drying, and keep their shape well. However, they also shed tiny plastic particles that can enter the sea and cause harm to our ecosystems. Here’s how to care for synthetic garments.
How to care for canvas
Care guides|September 2024
Canvas items, such as shoes and bags, are popular for their durability and versatility. Proper care can help maintain their appearance and extend their lifespan.
Guide to a perfect sandwich
Food|September 2024
Sandwiches and wraps are the perfect easy-to-serve option when prepping for lunch, brunch or picnic with family and friends.
Lemon iced tea
Food|September 2024
Our signature iced tea is a savory, non-alcoholic aperitif, tailored for summer get-togethers. Bursting with natural flavour, it's a refreshing accompaniment to any outdoor gathering.
Nordic cookies
Food|September 2024
Our signature cookies offer a sweet treat for the coffee break in four different flavours following one simple method. Prepare some extra dough and keep it in the freezer – this way, you can have the cookies ready in a flash.
The soy tahini dressing
Food|September 2024
This dressing is a pantry staple at our cafés with its creamy texture, nutty notes and an umami character. Enjoy it with grilled or steamed veggies, or as a topping on salads and sandwiches. Best of all? It only takes a minute to make.
BAK Bakery
Suppliers|September 2024
A shared appreciation for craftsmanship and quality forms the foundation of our collaboration with the bakery behind ARKET CAFÉ’s signature bread.
How to care for linen
Care guides|September 2024
Linen is a strong natural fibre that gets softer with use and time. It’s breathable and has a soft texture. Caring for linen properly helps maintain its natural characteristics.
How to care for brass jewellery
Care guides|September 2024
Brass provides a sturdy base for our gold- and silver-plated jewellery, enhancing the durability of the pieces. The plating offers a beautiful, lasting sheen that can be prolonged with the right care.
How to care for wool
Care guides|September 2024
Merino wool, lambswool, mohair, alpaca, and cashmere—there are many types of wool, all valued for their warmth and durability. Wool is also breathable, moisture-wicking, and resistant to odours and wrinkles. When cared for properly, wool garments can maintain their quality and appearance over time.
How to care for denim
Care guides|September 2024
Denim is special for its exceptional durability, unique aging process, and versatile appeal. With proper care, your denim garments can improve with time.
How to care for cashmere
Care guides|September 2024
Cashmere is one of the rarest wool fibres in the world, renowned for its exceptional softness. Caring for your cashmere garments will help maintain their softness and longevity.
How to care for silk
Care guides|September 2024
Silk is composed of incredibly fine natural protein fibres produced by silkworms. It is surprisingly strong, smooth, breathable, and transports moisture. Handle silk garments with care to maintain their smooth and lustrous texture.

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