From timeless wardrobe essentials to meaningful accessories, Finnish workwear reflects culture and values.
The art of meaningful style
1. Lesley bouclé blazer, Andiata; 2. Precious slingback 55, Hagelstam; 3. Vida brushed top, Almada Label; 4. Fortune Cookie tote bag, Pihka; 5. Bella trousers, Almada Label; 6. Aina bracelet, Lumoava; 7. Classic Aida mini studs, Aida.Lookbook image: Andiata
Timeless style is about essentials that always work, but it’s also about items you wear with confidence and pride. Finnish brands excel at this, focusing on quality, day-to-day wearability and sustainability. From Pihka’s leather pieces, handmade in Helsinki, to meaningful pearl earrings from Aida, which not only look beautiful but also support refugee women starting a new life in Finland, these are truly pieces with purpose.
Shown here is a classic blazer look updated for the season with a focus on silhouette and texture. A fitted bouclé blazer with a French twist is paired with wide-legged trousers. A sleeveless turtleneck layers easily under a blazer without bulk, yet is structured enough to wear on its own for more festive occasions.
Workwear made to travel
1. Deja doublé coat, Almada Label; 2. Männyt silver earrings, Kalevala; 3. Biella tweed blazer, Ril’s; 4. Scoop ankle boots, Minna Minna; 5. Terra Grande mocha bag, Pihka; 6. Elba tweed skirt, Ril’s. Lookbook image: Almada Label
This autumn season is about classic tailoring in warm, earthy tones that feel both strong and soft. Browns and greys work beautifully together, offering a smart alternative to black.
A matching tweed blazer and skirt is ideal for work trips. Easy to pack, simple to mix and match, and always polished. Decorative buttons add detail, almost like jewellery, so no bold accessories are needed.
A coat often makes the first impression, especially when travelling for work. Almada Label, the winner of the Textile & Fashion Award 2025, is known for luxurious knitwear and timeless outerwear. Their chocolate-toned coat is the kind of piece that carries you with ease from airport to meetings. Simple silver earrings and ankle boots with a comfortable heel complete the look.
From desk to dinner
1. Ariella silk blouse, Katri Niskanen; 2. Jillian skirt, Voglia; 3. Greta coat, Balmuir; 4. Clover bag, Ask Scandinavia; 5. Amber D’Orsay pump 55, Hagelstam; 6. Beryl earrings, Keski-Pomppu. Lookbook image: Original Story
When the schedule is filled with official events and work dinners, a wardrobe needs to adapt. A crisp white button-down is the perfect starting point. For an evening silhouette, swap trousers for a flowing midi skirt and sheer tights.
Accessories play a key role. Add a piece of statement jewellery and change into lighter heels to elevate the look. For more formal occasions, choose a smaller handbag. The Clover bag from Ask Scandinavia carries essentials and is created with sustainability and responsibility at its core. Made from Mirum, a cruelty-free biomaterial, it combines the feel of luxury leather with a fraction of the environmental impact.
Finnish tailoring for him
1. Brown flannel jacket, Turo; 2. 180NN Noki Nero watch, S.U.F. Helsinki; 3. Viareggio Grey DB Luxury coat, Schoffa; 4. Venture briefcase, Aarni; 5. Brown flannel trousers, Turo; 6. Neva Men’s Gore-Tex shoes, Pomar; 7. Fedora Curvy, Én Hats. Lookbook image: Turo
The simpler the outfit, the more important the cut and materials become. In formal menswear, personal touches are often subtle but noticeable to those who appreciate them. Brown is a key colour this season and Pantone’s Mocha Mousse is Colour of the Year 2025.
A brown suit from Turo shows professionalism with a modern touch, while a checked wool overcoat from Schoffa adds texture. When sticking to one colour palette, texture matters. Suede shoes and leather details bring subtle variation.
Nordic edge
1. Dreamy Dandelion ring, Annele; 2. Framtiden reversible kimono jacket, Niinmun; 3. Sarah top, Gauhar; 4. Aitta bag, Lovia; 5. Violette Mary Jane ballet flats, Terhi Pölkki; 6. Wool culottes, Archetype. Lookbook image: Mainio
When thinking of Finnish fashion, strong and distinctive prints often come to mind. Brands such as Marimekko, Kaiko and Klaus Haapaniemi are known for patterns that are instantly recognisable. Style expresses personality, and a print does exactly that: it tells a story about the wearer and can even spark conversation.
In more formal settings, prints work best when paired with clean, modern cuts. A kimono-style jacket in a bold pattern brings individuality to the workplace while staying polished. It can be styled with matching trousers for a modern set or balanced with tailored black wool trousers for a more formal approach.
The Nordic edge is about expressing personality while keeping the overall impression refined and professional.
By Johanna Piispa, October 2025
(Images courtesy of the brands)
