Opened in late 2016, Malmö Saluhall has helped breathe life into a formerly industrial, and arguably neglected, patch of the city. A lively waterside market in a converted 1800s freight depot, it is the beating heart of Malmö’s artisanal food scene, with vendors offering everything from street food to Swedish produce – think handmade sausages, freshly caught fish and pickled veg. On a balmy summer’s day, head to the Favvo Glass stall and be prepared to never look at ice cream the same way again.

A concept store with an eco-attitude, AbSmåland stocks everything from restrained womenswear and menswear, to vintage furniture, photography and plants. The overall vibe is one of rustic Nordic simplicity, and it’s possible to burn the better part of an afternoon wading through the immense assortment of desirables on offer. The ground floor café is a relaxed spot to percolate on potential purchases.

Malmö’s hub for all things design, Form Design Center blends gallery and workshop spaces around a central cobbled square, while a sweeping third-floor shop offers up craft, fashion, art and homeware from local Scandi talent. Centrally located off Lilla Torg, it’s an essential stop to buy or be inspired.


Selling only clothing that is fair-trade and organic, Uma Bazaar is another store that caters to the Malmöite appetite for the sustainable. With a curated collection of items from small brands, it has an independent spirit and staff are comprehensively clued-up on the background and production of each item. As well as womenswear, the store also stocks a natty line of childrenswear and a small selection of toiletries.


For one-offs and retro finds, skip the bland high street stores of Malmö’s main drag and head to the Davidshall neighbourhood, with its huddle of vintage stores and independent boutiques. Founded in 1976, Mani is something of a Malmö institution, dealing in on-trend, pre-loved fashion for women and men. With a focus on quality over quantity, you won’t have to rummage too hard to strike style gold.


If Ikea and Muji had a lovechild, it would look something like Granit. It may be a Swedish chain, but what it lacks in individuality it makes up for in satisfying aesthetics and functional, basket-filling appeal. Looking for practical, elegant solutions to help streamline their homes, friends Anett Jorméus and Susanne Lijenberg launched the brand in the late 90s, and today it’s a one-stop-lifestyle-shop that encompasses interiors, stationery and minimalist clothing accessories.