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NICE Fashion Debuts In Sweden


Posted August 10th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

Looking “nice” now has a whole new meaning! ;- )

NICE (Nordic Initiative Clean & Ethical), OFW 2010
Image by Dmitry Valberg via Flickr

NICE stands for… Nordic Initiative, Clean and Ethical. It is a joint commitment from the Nordic fashion industry to take a lead on social and environmental issues. Basically, they are committed to making eco-friendly clothing that is more socially responsible and sustainable than that produced by most of the world’s fashion producers.

While the NICE project collections have been shown before, they will be shown for the first time in Sweden at Gallery Pascale during Stockholm Fashion Week.

Stockholm Fashion Week runs from August 16-20, 2010 and will focus on…



Copenhagen Fashion Week 2010


Posted July 27th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

As you may (or may not) know, I’m currently in Sweden. I’m here looking for new products to carry at Huset and to take a little holiday as well.

While I will be attending a variety of shows, I’m especially looking forward to Copenhagen Fashion Week which runs from August 11th-15th.

COPENHAGEN - AUGUST 08: Princess Marie of Denm...
Image by Getty Images via @daylife

The event kicks off by highlighting creations by Copenhagen-based designer Ole Yde. Ole is the dressmaker to royals and has designed for the Crown Princess amongst others.
His collection portrays a dreamlike vision of the feminine form and will be displayed along the almost mile-long (1.6 km.)…



Triwa’s New Hot Miami Collection!


Posted April 29th, 2010 by holly@huset 2 Comments »


Yummy is all we can say about the new hot summer colors coming our way from Swedish watch sensation Triwa!


Triwa presents their upcoming colorful and elaborate Miami Deco watch collection. The collection is available in two models, with five colorways to each model, and the introduction of a brighter theme from what we’ve seen in the past from Triwa. As usual, you can expect top-notch functionality and durability of a Triwa watch with an added vibrant tone.

Recently Elle Sweden had Princess Madeleine on the cover wearing the Rose Gold Chronograph which Huset will be carrying in the coming weeks. Triwa has taken Sweden by storm and now huset (the only retailer in the U.S. to carry them), will be…



Gotta Wear Shades!


Posted April 9th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »


Odd Molly sunglasses make their first appearance at our office. All aviator-styles (named after famous female aviators like Amelia Earheart, of course) and with the most beautiful, quilted silky glasses cases you could possibly imagine. We are so in love and now that the days are feeling a little sunnier, we can’t wait to display them. Find the Earhearts at huset now!




Odd Molly L.A.!


Posted March 29th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

The grand opening of the US Odd Molly flagship store opened to much fan fair in Beverly Hills on the 19th of this month. Fashionistas, gorgeous actresses and an assorted group of young beautiful Hollywood types were rampant at the Flagship Odd Molly opening. The store is located on trendy Robertson Boulevard. Timed to be part of the festivities for Fashion Week LA, the Odd Molly store opening was hosted by Supermodel Helena Christensen for Odd Molly co-founders and designers Per Holknekt, Karin Jimfelt-Ghatan, Christina Tillman and Christer Andersson.


The party lured a roster of young hip Hollywood celebrities including Malin Akerman, Mena Suvari, Lake Bell, Catt Sadler, Lydia Hearst, Brett Anderson, Lily Collins, Tara Subkoff, Izabella Miko, Danny Houston, Kelly Osbourne, Mini Anden and…



New 2010 Spring Hunkydory Fashion


Posted March 16th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

We’ve received many new pieces from Swedish design brand Hunkydory and the video above
highlights just a few of them.

To see our full collection of Spring 2010 Hunkydory Items Click Here!

If you’d like to see specific items from the vide, here are their direct links:

Enjoy!




Creative & Modern Valentine’s Gifts


Posted February 12th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

Looking for a great Valentine’s gift this year for that someone special?

Here are some creative (and modern) Valentine’s gifts that are sure to be a hit!

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Whether your Valentine is 5 or 95, huset’s got you covered!

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(pictured from top-left) – Playsam Jetliner, Nylander Original Rock N Roll Silk Tote Bag, Lotta Kuhlhorn Pukki 88 Trivet, MOR Nordica Body Scrub, Odd Molly Secrets Tank, Gotfred and Gertie Goat by Rice DK, isak Blossom and Bill TrayOdd Molly Secrets Under, Triwa Code Red Watch, Odd Molly My Lips Love Me Lip Balm, Anna Kraitz YOU Tea Cup and Saucer




Odd Molly and Twilight’s New Moon


Posted November 12th, 2009 by holly@huset 1 Comment »

Is this a wonderful mix or what? Odd Molly clothes and the cast of Twilight (the much anticipated sequel New Moon is due to be released one week from tomorrow, Nov. 20th)! So many have been bitten by the Twilight frenzy, so Self Magazine asked three of the film’s favorite undead hotties to show off the coziest and coolest looks for fall. Check out the November issue of SELF, on sale now, for the whole story.But first, take a peep at Self’s gorgeous photoshoot showing autumn knits, the Cullens and Victoria. ?You will see Rachelle La Fevre (Victoria) wearing the Odd Molly #823 Alpaca poncho chalk and Odd Molly’s #57 A-one silk short dress.
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Odd Molly A-1 #57



Danish delight, our trip to Copenhagen!


Posted September 15th, 2009 by holly@huset No Comments »

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Finally the second installment of our trip to Scandinavia for Spring / Summer 2010. This city is one of my favorites. The people are gorgeous and so fun to look at. Everyone travels by bicycles, even the wonderful girls in their heels!

Below is our video of the trip; touring, fashion shows, DAY Birger et Mikkelsen, By Malene Birger, Hunkydory and Odd Molly. Plus there is a little peek at the kids show too. Until the next shows….enjoy!

*For smoothest video playback, please push the pause button and allow the video to preload for a little while.




Acne Jeans Fall / Winter Collection Pre Collection


Posted July 30th, 2009 by holly@huset No Comments »

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The Acne Jeans a/w 09 ready-to-wear men and women pre collection is available from today on their online shop.