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The precipitous fall was driven by a 76 percent drop in exports to Canada. The precipitous fall was driven by a 76 percent drop in exports to Canada.

We got an exclusive taste of the first gin the brand has added to its permanent lineup in a decade. We got an exclusive taste of the first gin the brand has added to its permanent lineup in a decade.

Hygge home accessories are still reigning supreme. 

While London, Milan, Paris, and New York still hold the fashion capital title, some now class the home of hygge as the fifth city within that cohort; the place where many Scandinavian designers have launched their brands to a global audience. We have it to thank for platforming the famed minimalist-meets-maximalist (think: pared down silhouettes in brash hues) aesthetic that’s now synonymous with the region.

You may have noticed a growing number of Scandinavian brands slipping into your wardrobe over the past few years. Now, that same sensibility is quietly making its way into the home. While the momentum behind Nordic fashion shows no sign of slowing, a new wave of style insiders is applying that mindset to interiors. Below, our favorites within the field.

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Nordic Knots

For the past decade, Nordic Knots has been pioneering a Scandinavian aesthetic via home textiles, and has become renowned for its high quality, unique rugs. 

But don’t expect beige numbers that would skew heavily towards the minimalist side of the spectrum. Each design has a considered inspiration point that harks to its Swedish nationality. Take this brick-like design: it looks to the Swedish Grace period, the early 20th-century design movement that incorporates geometric designs with neoclassicism. And the look doesn’t have to stop at the floor – extend it throughout the home with curtains and bedding for a fully Nordic approach.

Gubi

While headquartered in Copenhagen, Gubi, a Danish luxury house, partners with contemporary designers from all over the world to reinterpret design classics, imbuing them with Nordic flair. 

Take famed lamp designer Billy Curry and his Obello lamp, which was celebrated for its bold use of color and inventive Space Age-inspired shape. Gubi reintroduced it in 2022, and have now released it in three pastel colours with a glossy finish. An update that feels zeitgeisty without being trendy.

Akua

For Copenhagen based Akua, glassware isn’t just a vessel to hold a drink. Annika Zobel Agerled and Josefine Arthur founded the brand in 2022 to create pieces that should be described as artisanal objects, working with glassworkers across Europe to create unique designs.

Expect wine glasses with colorful, bubble-shaped stems and striped vases that have been mouth blown. They’ll brighten up your tablescape with minimal effort, ready for your next dinner party.

Fritz Hansen

With over 150 years of experience, Fritz Hansen, in many ways, is the archetype of what we know Scandinavian furniture design to be today. So much so that you’ll find its pieces in the Danish Parliament and Supreme Court at Christiansburg Palace, the University Library, and Copenhagen City Hall. 

The reason why it’s so iconic is down to the designers the brand has worked with. It was in collaboration with famed furniture designer Arne Jacobsen that the iconic Egg chair was made, while Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein designed the Superellipse table that Fritz Hansen produced. Furniture fanatics will likely find that plenty of design classics came from this brand.

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Muuto

While Fritz Hansen has heritage, Muuto is the more modern equivalent – the brand name comes from the Finnish word muutos, meaning ‘new perspective’.

Based in Copenhagen, Muuto collaborates with designers on pieces of furniture that have a new take on Scandinavian design. The brand values the different perspectives that come from collaborators, believing it helps in furthering and innovating design. From larger pieces (tables, sofas, chairs) to smaller (lamps, mirrors, rugs), Muuto’s focus is balancing clean lines with a contemporary color palette. 

Tekla

Tekla launched in 2017 with the aim of offering home goods for the kinds of people that love Le Corbusier architecture and Jil Sander clothes: design obsessives with a penchant for block colors without gauche prints. Their first product was bedding, towels, and bathrobes, which instantly became a hit and spurred expansion into bedwear, footwear, and home scents. 

But with a product-first focus, founders Charlie Hedin and Kristoffer Juhl ensure that their style doesn’t detract from quality. Expect bedsheets made of organic cotton and with a 200-thread count, 600GSM towels, and incredibly soft shearling slippers. 

High Ranch Vineyard has a winner right out of the gate. High Ranch Vineyard has a winner right out of the gate.

Clearaudio’s Celebrity Al Di Meola turntable comes with one of the artist’s milestone records.  Clearaudio’s Celebrity Al Di Meola turntable comes with one of the artist’s milestone records. 

This is a limited-edition whiskey that is part of the Distillery Series. This is a limited-edition whiskey that is part of the Distillery Series.

The former J.Crew and Ralph Lauren menswear designer shares his personal rituals. The former J.Crew and Ralph Lauren menswear designer shares his personal rituals.

The hotel will feature ten private island residences. 

From mother-of-pearl spoons to perfect pairings, top chefs reveal how to enjoy caviar with confidence. 

Whether spooned delicately onto porcelain, presented on ice beneath candlelight, or passed around at an intimate dinner party, those glossy pearls have long been shorthand for celebration, indulgence, and impeccable taste.

Caviar has always belonged to the world of heightened moments, from champagne-soaked soirées on the French Riviera to late-night tastings in Parisian salons. Yet despite its storied reputation, it’s not reserved solely for five-star dining rooms and private members’ clubs. Home hosts also incorporate it into their own entertaining rituals. The challenge, of course, lies in serving it properly.

How to serve caviar at home

Elite Traveler speaks to three chefs for their trusted serving tips: Matthew Sherry, Head Chef at Number One at The Balmoral Hotel; Sam Yorke, Chef Patron of Michelin-starred Heron in Edinburgh; and Ben Mellor, Head Chef at Langan’s Brasserie.

Always keep it cold

Temperature is everything when it comes to caviar. All three chefs stress the importance of keeping it properly chilled, from fridge to table. “When enjoying and serving caviar at home, I would recommend not overgarnishing or overcomplicating it,” says Sherry. “Keep it well chilled and serve it simply. The focus should always be on the caviar itself.”

Yorke agrees, noting that it should be “kept chilled, ideally over crushed ice,” while Mellor also advises serving it “on a bed of crushed ice” to preserve both texture and flavor.

Presentation should be elegant but unfussy. Sherry favors classic accompaniments such as blinis and crème fraîche, while Mellor prefers to serve directly from the tin. “I never decant the caviar at home,” he says. “If you choose to decant, never serve in a metallic dish – either glass or ceramic.”

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Use the right tools and handle with care

Caviar is remarkably sensitive, and even small details can affect its flavor. Chief among them: the spoon. “I recommend using a mother-of-pearl spoon, as metal can affect the flavor and compromise the purity,” says Sherry. Yorke echoes this: “Avoid metal spoons which can affect the flavor. Mother of pearl is ideal.” Mellor also suggests wooden spoons as an alternative.

Handling should be minimal. “It’s best to open the tin just before serving and handle [the caviar] as little as possible,” Yorke explains, noting that it “will quickly start to deteriorate as it oxidizes.” In practice, this means resisting the urge to prepare too far in advance. Open, serve and enjoy – without excessive stirring, transferring or exposure to air.

Choose quality

Not all caviar is created equal, and choosing the right one is fundamental to the experience. “We use N25 Caviar in the Number One kitchen and highly recommend it for its balance and consistency,” says Sherry. “When ordering, take the time to look at the flavor profiles and choose one that best suits your personal preference and palate.”

Mellor is equally emphatic: “Always choose the best caviar. I buy from either Kings Caviar or Sturia.” From buttery and mild to deeply saline and nutty, different varieties offer distinct personalities. Understanding what you enjoy – and sourcing from reputable suppliers – ensures the investment delivers its full reward.

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Pair with restraint, not excess

While traditional accompaniments remain popular, the chefs agree that simplicity is key. “Serve it simply with blinis, a little crème fraîche, and perhaps a glass of champagne,” says Sherry. Mellor likes similar classics, alongside “cold boiled new potatoes or small potato rosti.”

Yorke, meanwhile, encourages experimentation within boundaries. “A good bump eaten from the back of the hand with a glass of champagne or iced Finnish vodka is great for the purists,” he says, adding that it also works beautifully with “lightly cured fish with butter sauce and boiled potatoes.”

He also highlights flavor pairing: “Certain caviars have a strong nutty profile, so walnut or hazelnut is often a great pair. The secret is to enjoy the caviar alongside clean flavors that won’t interfere too much with its quality.”

Let the caviar lead the experience

Ultimately, serving caviar at home is less about performance and more about confidence. The most memorable moments come when the ingredient is allowed to speak for itself. “I think caviar should be served simply and with generosity,” says Yorke. Mellor similarly encourages guests “to try the caviar on its own, to fully appreciate its unique flavor.”

Meanwhile, Sherry sums it up best, stating that sustainability, sourcing, and technique matter – but restraint is of most importance.

From relaxing rituals to progressive therapies, these expert-led hacks can help reduce fluid retention and encourage drainage. 

“People are understanding that circulation isn’t just about blood, but also about how efficiently the body transports nutrients, clears waste, inflammation, and excess fluids,” says Dr Parisha Acharya – an authority in the world of wellbeing. 

The aesthetic appeal of drainage massage in propelling the profile of the lymphatic system can’t be denied either. Whether for health conditions or cosmetic purposes, the specialist technique can reduce swelling, making it easier for the lymph nodes to rid toxins. In turn, less puffiness and more definition can be seen immediately, “which naturally lends itself to social media and celebrity culture,” points out Rhian Stephenson, a nutritional therapist, ex-athlete, and founder of Artah.

But while it may be trending on TikTok, it’s not all about those swollen ‘befores’ and sculpted ‘afters.’ Lymphatic congestion is closely linked to immune function, inflammation, and how resilient our body is overall, expands Dr Acharya. “When lymph flow is compromised, it can have knock-on effects on skin quality, recovery, and hormonal balance.” It’s something she sees in her clinic “every day”, and especially so with frequent flyers. 

“Travel is a perfect storm for lymphatic stagnation,” she notes. “Prolonged sitting, cabin pressure, dehydration, and disrupted sleep all slow lymph flow. This is why people often notice facial puffiness, swollen ankles, bloating, or breakouts after flying.”

The fix? Without a central pump, the lymphatic system “relies entirely on movement, muscle contraction, breathing, and external stimulation to function well,” Dr Acharya continues. And supporting it is pleasingly easy – even on-the-go. 

Firstly, think about reducing fluid retention: Prioritize steady movement throughout the day, and especially so before or after a long-haul flight. “Regular walking and using the calf muscles in particular can significantly improve lower-limb fluid clearance,” says Stephenson. From stretching on a vibration plate to jumping on a rebounder, doing standing calf raises or seated ankle circles, there are various ways to hack fluid retention with everyday exercises. 

Also, address your salt and ultra-processed food intake; “high-sodium, low-potassium patterns can exacerbate water retention, especially around travel and heat,” she adds. Indeed, despite sounding counterintuitive, hydration is key to managing fluid retention, Dr Acharya confirms. Beyond reducing excess alcohol, consume adequate electrolytes, she advises, avoiding salty ones in place of a potassium-magnesium heavy blend, like Artah’s Cellular Hydration.

Secondly, encourage effective drainage, implementing some simple lifestyle habits: “Deep diaphragmatic breathing acts like an internal pump for the lymphatic system, particularly in the thoracic duct, which is responsible for draining a large portion of the body,” explains Dr Acharya. There are countless YouTube tutorials for learning deep core breathing, but look to expert guidance, such as this from a UCLA-based medic. 

“Sleep is also critical,” adds Stephenson; “nighttime is when a significant amount of repair and fluid redistribution happens, so chronic sleep deprivation can worsen both perceived and actual fluid retention”. When traveling through time zones, anchor your circadian rhythm by getting light exposure in the mornings.

Externally, dry body brushing and use of tools like gua sha can be integrated into getting-ready routines (again, follow expert-led tutorials if you’re unfamiliar). In spas and clinics, meanwhile, you can access various therapies specific to encouraging lymph drainage. In addition to hands-on massage, some professionals use mechanical stipulation techniques by way of suction devices (like with LPG Endermologie treatments) and compression suits (such as the BallencerPro, known as Body Ballancer in Europe).

While all these suggestions make for a supportive toolkit, know that our role is to support the body’s natural pathways rather than overwhelm them. “I always remind patients that lymphatic health is not about aggressive detoxing,” Dr Acharya says. “Gentle, regular input beats dramatic interventions every time.”