A Jeweller’s Journal

Lapland, Finland

Over Christmas, our family travelled to Finnish Lapland, a long-held bucket list dream. Beneath vast star-filled skies, we witnessed one of nature's most magnificent creations: the Northern Lights in it's purest, most breathtaking form.

Travel has always been a source of inspiration behind K’DOR’s designs, each destination leaving its imprint on sculptural silhouettes and luminous stones. Lapland, with its stillness and celestial glow, felt ethereal. A reminder that the most extraordinary beauty is often found in nature itself.

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Experience the Arctic from the warmth of your own private glass igloo, where floor-to-ceiling windows reveal an endless winter sky. Our family stayed at the beautiful Aurora Village, where our days unfolded among snow-covered forests and peaceful, untouched landscapes. A few hours south, Levin Iglut is also said to offer a truly breathtaking experience.

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Savour slow mornings by the fire with rich hot chocolate and comforting Nordic dishes such as porridge or avoleipä, simple foods designed to warm you from within. In the Arctic chill, even the smallest rituals feel indulgent, candlelit dinners to hearty meals like traditional Finnish Karelian stew, and shared meals after days spent exploring the snow.

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Reindeer sleigh rides at local reindeer farms and guided Northern Lights tours, transform the landscape into a playground of wonder. Embark on a snowmobile safari or ice-skating across frozen lakes or race down snowy hills on toboggans.

A highlight was the quintessential Finnish sauna experience - we unwound in a private traditional wood-fired lakeside barrel sauna before stepping into the crisp Arctic air. A similar experience is also available at Apukka Resort & Kurula’s Resort.

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WEAR

It's all about layers. We recommend layering your merino wool and cashmere as you would with your K'DOR diamonds. Add thermals beneath tailored winter jumpers and coats, then finish with warm, waterproof gloves, a beanie, ear muffs, and insulated snow boots. Transition effortlessly from day to night by the fire in the K'DOR Cosmos Collection, where natural diamonds shimmer beautifully against a palette of ivory and frost.