Nothing combats dreary skies quite like a colorful floral. Annika Rimala's Puketti (Bouquet) pattern of white and green cluster flowers is planted atop a bright pink canopy. The cover provides impressive coverage considering this super compact umbrella is only half a foot long when closed. The five part telescoping tube is constructed from aluminum, yet the umbrella remains unbelievably lightweight at just under 7 oz.
Marimekko is a Finnish design house renowned for its bold, effusive prints and timeless patterns. The company was founded in 1951 by Finnish couple Armi and Viljo Ratia, and the name Marimekko translated literally means “Mary-dress.” Marimekko’s impact reaches far beyond just Finland, howev... More Marimekko
Annika Rimala was a driven Marimekko designer who used cheerful patterns and liberating shapes to define her fashion sensibilities. A student of graphic arts at the Institute of Industrial Arts of in Helsinki, she was encouraged to work at Marimekko by the keen eye of her neighbor. Her firs... More Annika Rimala
This cute umbrella fits perfectly into my purse. Easy to open, and the right size. I had need of it the day after I got it. It was great, I stayed dry.