Armi ratia quotes about success
Armi ratia quotes about success
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The Spirit of Marimekko
Marimekko is the Finnish textile company synonymous with graphic prints.
The company was established by Armi Ratia in 1951.
Ratia didn’t set out to make any particular statement when she established Marimekko.
“When she [Ratia] started, lifestyle brands didn’t exist… Armi was ahead of her time.”
Marimekko was put on the global map after Jacqueline Kennedy was photographed wearing the brand’s dresses.
These days, Marimekko turns out a mix of iconic and new prints from its team of designers.
Bold Finnish design.
Marimekko headquarters, on the outskirts of Helsinki, Finland, is a modern building where inside, the company’s signature boldly printed textiles hang from the ceiling and polychromatic poufs have taken up residence on the floor.
The Marimekko story is best told through the women who have shaped the 67-year-old company, from its late founder, Armi Ratia, to the 36-year-old president and CEO