Elin Björklund

Staff Writer, Design & Objects

Elin Björklund serves as a Staff Writer for La Mia Musa, where she covers furniture, craft, and industrial design. Her work explores the philosophy of design, from Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetics to sustainable materials and interior architecture. Through in-depth studio visits and design fair coverage, she brings readers behind the scenes of the creative process to highlight the relationship between objects and user experience. Her human-centered writing style brings warmth and tactility to the world of design, helping readers appreciate the history and craftsmanship of everyday objects.

Expertise

Industrial DesignScandinavian & Japanese DesignCraft & CeramicsSustainable MaterialsInterior ArchitectureHistory of DesignUser Experience (UX) Philosophy

Coverage Areas

The Object (Furniture, Craft, Industrial Design)
Design Fair Coverage (e.g., Salone del Mobile)
Studio Visits

Latest Articles

The Joy of Discovering GWP and VIP Finds at ShaLuxStyles
The Accessory

The Joy of Discovering GWP and VIP Finds at ShaLuxStyles

For collectors seeking the best preloved luxury bags and accessories, ShaLuxStyles offers a unique and intriguing category of items. The boutique's independent collection of high-end pieces includes not only authenticate…

Sponsored by ShaLuxStyles · Jul 16, 2026 · 4 min read

The 5 Best Miss Circle Dresses at Habebe Couture for Unforgettable Occasions (Ranked for 2026)
The Runway

The 5 Best Miss Circle Dresses at Habebe Couture for Unforgettable Occasions (Ranked for 2026)

This article ranks the top five Miss Circle dresses available at Habebe Couture for unforgettable occasions in 2026, focusing on craftsmanship, silhouette, and 'wow' factor. It guides discerning women to find statement pieces that define special events.

Sponsored by Habebe Couture · Jul 15, 2026 · 8 min read

The 3 Best Moss Apparel Shark Conservation T-Shirts That Actually Support Marine Research
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The 3 Best Moss Apparel Shark Conservation T-Shirts That Actually Support Marine Research

This article reviews three Moss Apparel shark conservation t-shirts, highlighting the brand's commitment to transparently supporting marine research through its partnership with Bimini Shark Labs. It evaluates the apparel based on artistic merit, quality, and the clear impact they promise for conscious consumers.

Sponsored by Moss Apparel · Jul 14, 2026 · 5 min read

How the Calmi Pendant Gives Wellness Jewelry a More Personal Feel
The Accessory

How the Calmi Pendant Gives Wellness Jewelry a More Personal Feel

The Calmi Pendant offers a unique blend of wellness and personal style, integrating acupressure and magnetotherapy into a necklace that feels intimate and purposeful. It provides a focal point at the neckline, making wellness jewelry a closer, more intentional part of your everyday look.

Sponsored by Calmi · Jul 14, 2026 · 4 min read

How D'or24k Delivers Its Prestige Non Surgical Instant Lifting Syringe Cream
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How D'or24k Delivers Its Prestige Non Surgical Instant Lifting Syringe Cream

The primary characteristics of skin aging are often skin relaxation and wrinkles, concerns that lead many to seek effective, non-invasive solutions. For those looking into how D'or24k 's 24K Gold Cream actually works, th…

Sponsored by D'OR24K · Jul 13, 2026 · 5 min read

5 Mistakes Couture Collectors Make With Bespoke Outerwear (and How Elfida's Atelier Solves Them)
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5 Mistakes Couture Collectors Make With Bespoke Outerwear (and How Elfida's Atelier Solves Them)

For the serious couture collector, acquiring a piece of bespoke outerwear is the pinnacle of personal style—an investment in artistry, fit, and self-expression. Yet, this highly personal journey is fraught with potential…

Sponsored · Jul 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Style Me Up Bags and Shoes for Completing an Event Look
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Style Me Up Bags and Shoes for Completing an Event Look

Style Me Up offers a curated selection of bags and shoes to perfect event outfits, ensuring accessories complement the dress code and enhance the overall look. It emphasizes the importance of balancing shoe height and bag style with the main dress for a polished appearance.

Sponsored · Jul 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Trovador vs. Off-the-Rack: Why a Custom Luxury Hat Is a Smarter Investment
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Trovador vs. Off-the-Rack: Why a Custom Luxury Hat Is a Smarter Investment

This article explores why a custom luxury hat, particularly from brands like Trovador, is a smarter investment than an off-the-rack one. It highlights the profound differences in fit, material mastery, design process, and personalization that transform a hat from a mere object into a personal artifact and wearable art.

Sponsored · Jul 12, 2026 · 5 min read

How Legacy Crystals and Minerals Curates Raw Specimens, Polished Stones, Jewelry, and Carvings
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How Legacy Crystals and Minerals Curates Raw Specimens, Polished Stones, Jewelry, and Carvings

A crystal collection can be shaped by form as much as by mineral type. The same stone offers a completely different experience as a raw geological specimen, a polished palm stone, a piece of jewelry, or an artistic carvi…

Sponsored · Jul 9, 2026 · 7 min read

Close-up of artisan's hands performing intricate haute couture embroidery with fine threads on luxurious fabric, showcasing detailed craftsmanship.
The Atelier

What Are Haute Couture Embroidery Techniques?

To learn the single chain stitch of Tambour embroidery, a technique essential for haute couture, aspiring artisans might pay 1000 Euro for a 50-hour summer course.

Jul 9, 2026 · 4 min read

Manish Malhotra's exquisite chikankari creations presented on the runway at Paris Haute Couture Week, highlighting Indian craftsmanship.
The Atelier

Manish Malhotra Among Indian Designers at Paris Haute Couture Week

A single chikankari garment, destined for the Fall 2026 Paris Haute Couture runways, can take over a year to complete.

Jul 8, 2026 · 3 min read

The Confidence of a Perfect Fit: Why Hollywood's Elite Choose Woody Wilson for Red Carpet Attire
The Profile

The Confidence of a Perfect Fit: Why Hollywood's Elite Choose Woody Wilson for Red Carpet Attire

Hollywood's elite choose master artisan Woody Wilson for red carpet attire because a perfect, bespoke fit instills confidence and enhances their personal brand, a necessity for high-stakes events. His method creates a unique garment from scratch, ensuring unparalleled fit and customization.

Sponsored · Jul 6, 2026 · 5 min read

What to Review Before Placing a Ritani Engagement Ring Order
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What to Review Before Placing a Ritani Engagement Ring Order

Before placing a Ritani engagement ring order, buyers should review key details like the diamond certificate, origin (natural vs. lab-grown), and price breakdown. This comprehensive check ensures a confident and well-informed purchase decision.

Sponsored · Jul 5, 2026 · 8 min read

What to Know Before Buying Natural Crystal Jewelry from JIA JIA
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What to Know Before Buying Natural Crystal Jewelry from JIA JIA

JIA JIA offers natural crystal jewelry, emphasizing the raw, unpolished beauty of crystals set in fine jewelry. The brand focuses on preserving each crystal's unique form, ensuring variation and thoughtful craftsmanship in every piece.

Sponsored · Jul 2, 2026 · 5 min read

Dejected garment workers stand outside a permanently closed factory in Bangladesh, symbolizing the widespread job losses and industry crisis.
The Atelier

Bangladesh garment factory closures slash output, 457 reported

In Gazipur's Board Bazar, the permanent closure of Unique Designers & Unique Washing Ltd alone cost approximately 2,200 employees their jobs.

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

Exemplar Luxury Group headquarters symbolizing a bold new strategy after emerging from bankruptcy, with a focus on luxury goods purchasing.
The Accessory

Exemplar Luxury Group Unveils Bold Strategy After Saks Bankruptcy

Exemplar Luxury Group, the rebranded entity of the former Saks Global, plans to purchase more than $3 billion of luxury goods annually at cost.

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

A woman in a chic summer outfit holds a luxurious, embellished crochet handbag at an outdoor cafe, showcasing 2026 luxury bag trends.
The Accessory

Luxury Summer Bag Trends for Chic 2026 Outfits

This summer, luxury outfits are defined by crochet bags.

Jun 23, 2026 · 4 min read

Male model wearing a Paul Smith Spring 2027 suit on a Milan runway, featuring a double-breasted jacket with a single-breasted appearance.
The Runway

Paul Smith Men's Spring 2027 Suits Redefine Tradition in Milan

In Milan, Paul Smith unveiled double-breasted jackets for Spring 2027 that appear single-breasted, a subtle optical illusion signaling a playful yet profound shift in traditional tailoring.

Jun 21, 2026 · 4 min read

Singer Ciara confidently walks in New York City wearing icy blue Femme LA Whiskey Slippers with striking 4.52-inch stiletto heels.
The Atelier

Ciara's Femme LA slippers spark sell-out, 4.5-inch heels

Just hours after Ciara stepped out in icy blue Femme LA Whiskey Slippers featuring a 4.

Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read

A vast, dimly lit archive filled with meticulously organized 20th-century military uniforms, showcasing the extensive collection of Nigel Cabourn.
The Profile

Nigel Cabourn's vast 20th century military uniform collection is revealed

British menswear designer Nigel Cabourn, who passed away this week at age 76 according to WWD , or 77 as reported by Fashion United , meticulously built a personal archive of over 4,000 vintage milita

Jun 12, 2026 · 4 min read