Modern Mother, Nordic Muse: Why We’re Obsessed with By Malene Birger.
Rooted in Copenhagen cool, By Malene Birger is the epitome of modern Scandinavian style—refined, minimalist, and timeless. Known for its clean silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and thoughtful tailoring, the brand creates pieces that speak to the elegant, empowered woman. Whether it's a sharply cut blazer or a flowing maxi dress, each design strikes the perfect balance between functionality and feminine ease—making it an ideal choice for the multifaceted life of a modern mother. We're especially drawn to their latest collection, which seamlessly transitions from school runs to work meetings and weekend escapes, all while maintaining an effortlessly polished aesthetic.
We picked our favourite pieces and created some beautiful, timeless outfits that can be worn for years to come.
By Alice Codford
Dinner With Friends Outfit
DRESS: Parise maxi dress, £290 SHOES: Teva leather sandals, £470 BAG: Cebella leather shoulder bag, £650 MAKEUP: Merit beauty The Eye Set, £96Sunny Weekend Outfit
TOP: Lilyrose organic cotton blouse, £160 SHORTS: Palma organic cotton shorts, £150 BAG: Miro shoulder bag, £240 HAT: Gamma straw hat, £110 SANDALS: Lalla leather sandals, £310 Chic Wedding Guest Outfit
TOP: Scarletts blouse, £520 SKIRT: Palomie midi skirt, £470 SANDALS: Teva leather sandals, £470 BAG: Cebelle leather shoulder bag, £470 MAKEUP: Merit beauty The Complexion Set, £193 Pilates Outfit
TOP: Venazia athletic top, £120 LEGGINGS: Polene athletic leggings, £150 SOCKS: Leilana socks, £30 HAT: Aubrieli cap, £70 SHOES: ASICS UB9S Gel-DS Trainers, £135Registry Office Wedding Outfit
BLAZER: Adrienna single-breasted blazer, £570 TROUSERS: Cymbaria high-waist trousers, £320 SANDALS: Teva leather sandals, £470 BAG: Cebelle leather shoulder bag, £470 SUNGLASSES: Myla sunglasses, £160Business Meeting Outfit
BLAZER: Railey double-breasted blazer, £680 JEANS: Vinola organic cotton jeans, £200 SHIRT: Maye organic cotton shirt, £200 BAG: Ronlas leather shoulder bag, £930 SHOES: Ayda flats, £470Coffee Catch Up Outfit
TOP: Lelow organic cotton blouse, £140 TROUSERS: Luisa high-waist trousers, £170 BAG: Ramil leather shoulder bag, £370 SANDALS: Lalla leather sandals, £310 SUNGLASSES: Myla sunglasses, £160 Sunday Lunch Outfit
TOP: Dotta blouse, £200 SKIRT: Blake maxi skirt, £240 SHOES: Ayda flats, £470 BAG: Noval leather shoulder bag, £573 SUNGLASSES: Milla sunglasses, £200 Date Night Outfit
DRESS: Marc organic cotton dress, £200 SANDALS: Tianno leather sandals, £490 BAG: Cebelle leather shoulder bag, £480 MAKEUP: Merit Beauty The Lip Duo, £39 Drinks With Girlfriends Outfit
JACKET: Rowani leather jacket, £1,000 SKIRT: Boshan midi skirt, £220 SHOES: Merina leather flats, £450 BAG: Ramil leather shoulder bag, £410 SUNGLASSES: Myla sunglasses, £160 