
Marimekko
Unikko Knit Shoulder Bag
Marimekko's Unikko Knit Shoulder Bag is a polyester knit shoulder bag featuring the iconic Unikko floral pattern in contrasting green and blue. It has a zip top closure, a single rugged knit handle/strap, and measures 8 inches high, 10.5 inches long, and 4 inches wide. Reddit users report it works well as a daily carry or travel crossbody, comfortably holding essentials like an umbrella, water bottle, and sunglasses.
- Color
- Green and Blue
- Material
- 100% polyester rugged rib knit
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Specifications
Knit shoulder bag featuring Marimekko's iconic Unikko pattern in contrasting green and blue, with a zip closure and rugged knit handle.
100% polyester rugged rib knit, zip closure, rugged knit handle, dimensions 8"x10.5"x4".
- Color
- Green and Blue
- Material
- 100% polyester rugged rib knit
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 10.5x4x8 in
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- Iconic Unikko pattern designed by Maija Isola in 1964
- Contrasting green and blue colorway
- 100% polyester rugged rib knit fabric
- Zip closure on top
- Rugged knit handle
- Height: 8 inches (20 cm)
- Length: 10.5 inches (27 cm)
- Width: 4 inches (10 cm)
- Marimekko brand
- Knit construction
Product Insights
The Unikko Knit Shoulder Bag by Marimekko, currently out of stock at 285 CAD (on sale for $99.95 as a budget entry into the brand), carries the iconic Unikko pattern that defied the founder's floral ban in 1964 and has been continuously printed since. The pattern, originally for home interiors for its first 36 years, has become a Finnish cultural ambassador adorning planes, trams, and subways. The bag is crafted from 100% polyester jacquard knit, which prevents fading, cracking, and peeling by weaving the design into the fabric. Its abstract oversized floral aesthetic gives a timeless graphic pop-art look that remains modern after 60 years. While the compact bag fits an umbrella, water bottle, and sunglasses, and the rounded silhouette is roomy, buyers note the strap, comfortable on skin, slides on slick fabrics, and the distinctive shape may not suit every style. Care requires hand washing cold and laying flat to dry, as machine washing may cause shape loss and fading.
Verified claims
- Origin
- Maija Isola created Unikko in 1964, defying founder Armi Ratia's floral ban; Ratia immediately bought eight of the patterns.
- Construction
- 100% polyester jacquard knit prevents fading/peeling.
- Continuous production
- Unikko has been in continuous production since its 1964 launch without pause.
- Timeless design
- Unikko's graphic avant-garde style keeps it modern after 60 years.
- Pattern aesthetic
- Abstract oversized florals, originally for home interiors, give a timeless graphic pop-art look.
- Cultural ambassador
- Unikko's graphic poppies have scaled up to wrap Finnair passenger jets, Helsinki trams, Taipei subway cars, and Los Angeles hot air balloons.
- Strap comfort
- Comfortable strap when full; buyers note it slips on slick fabrics.
- Heritage
- Unikko was used on home textiles for its first 36 years before any apparel.
- Everyday use
- The bag fits a lot for daily use; the strap may slide on slick fabrics.
- Pattern permanence
- Jacquard-knit design is woven into fabric, not printed, so it won't fade, crack, or peel.
- Strap grip
- Buyers report strap comfortable on skin but sliding on coats.
- Care
- Hand wash cold with mild detergent and lay flat to dry; avoid machine washing to maintain the shape.
- Lightweight
- Users describe the bag as lightweight even when carrying a lot.
- Value
- $99.95 sale price (65% off) is a budget entry into Marimekko.
- Shape
- The bag has a distinctive shape that fits a lot but may not suit every style.
- Perceived value
- Buyers say the bag is worth its price, especially when bought on sale.
Product record
- Title
- Unikko Knit Shoulder Bag
- Brand
- Marimekko
- Price
- 285 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front-facing knit shoulder bag with a single wide strap, all-over large floral jacquard pattern and a stitched white wordmark on the lower front panel.
- Overall silhouetteRectangular body with slightly rounded bottom corners and a single looped shoulder strap that attaches at the upper corners, shown front-on.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Strap constructionSingle wide strap made from the same knit fabric and pattern as the bag body, forming a continuous loop from one upper corner to the other.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.03 · w 0.56 · h 0.38 (high) - Surface textureVisible ribbed knit texture across the entire bag surface, consistent with a jacquard or knitted construction.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - PatternLarge-scale stylized flower motifs covering the entire visible face and strap, with petals and circular centers creating an all-over repeat.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Front wordmark“Lower-center front panel has a raised stitched white wordmark reading marimekko in lowercase letters.”
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.62 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with a soft shadow beneath the bag; bag is centered and fully visible.
- Background and shadowUniform light gray background with a soft cast shadow directly under the bag indicating studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.80 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionBag photographed front-facing and centered with the full strap visible up to the top of the frame; even, diffuse lighting and minimal reflections.
Colors
forest green· background of floral pattern#04734Bpale lavender· flower motifsbright white· stitched wordmark- Overall silhouetteRectangular body with slightly rounded bottom corners and a single looped shoulder strap that attaches at the upper corners, shown front-on.
- 02

Product
Knit shoulder bag shown in close side/three-quarter view with integrated wide strap and bold two-color floral jacquard pattern; visible ribbed knit texture and rounded rectangular body with folded base and stitched side seam.
- Overall silhouetteRounded rectangular soft-sided body with a slightly padded appearance and a folded base seam visible at the front bottom edge
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.48 · w 0.84 · h 0.44 (high) - Integrated wide strapSingle wide shoulder strap of the same knit material integrated into the bag body at the upper corners, continuing uninterrupted from body to strap
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.00 · w 0.38 · h 0.62 (high) - Knit textureVertical ribbed knit texture visible across the entire surface indicating jacquard or intarsia knit construction
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Seam and corner detailVisible stitched side seam at the left front corner and a folded/stitched bottom edge forming the base, seams follow curve of rounded corner
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high) - Pattern motifLarge abstract floral shapes in a two-color motif that repeat across body and strap; petal and circular shapes with irregular edged boundaries
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.22 · w 0.80 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on neutral light gray background, even diffuse lighting with soft shadow under bag, cropped to show lower half and straps; no props or packaging visible.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft diffuse lighting and a faint shadow beneath the bag
- Shot compositionClose cropped three-quarter side view focusing on the lower body and straps; top of some strap extends out of frame at top edge
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
Colors
medium green· background knit field#1C6344pale sky blue· floral pattern- Overall silhouetteRounded rectangular soft-sided body with a slightly padded appearance and a folded base seam visible at the front bottom edge
- 03

Product
Close-up of a knit shoulder bag showing ribbed knit fabric with a large two-tone floral pattern, a metal zipper pull engraved with text, and a dark striped interior lining.
- Ribbed knit surfaceExterior fabric is a tightly ribbed knit with visible horizontal rib texture across the surface.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.76 (high) - Floral patternLarge stylized flower motif formed by solid green petal shapes against a contrasting light blue field; flower center appears as a light blue ring inside a green petal.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.38 · w 0.78 · h 0.56 (high) - Metal zipper pullSilver-tone metal zipper pull attached to a green zipper tape, with an oval elongated tab shape and an engraved word on the face.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Zipper pull text“marimekko”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.33 · w 0.18 · h 0.09 (high) - Interior liningInterior shown through the open zipper is a dark navy fabric with narrow vertical rib or stripe detail.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Exterior printed text“Partial white printed text visible along the lower exterior edge reading marimekko in lowercase letters.”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.83 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio-style close-up shot with neutral light gray background, even diffuse lighting, and soft shadow at image bottom-left; image cropped tightly around the bag detail.
- Shot compositionTight close-up framing focused on the bag's top corner and zipper; background is a plain light gray with the product well centered in the frame.
- Lighting and shadowDiffuse, even lighting with a soft shadow cast beneath the lower-left edge of the bag.
Colors
vibrant green· flower petals (knit)#136C4Bpale sky blue· background/flower center (knit)metallic silver· zipper pulldark navy· interior lining#0A121Cbright white· exterior printed text#C4C4C4- Ribbed knit surfaceExterior fabric is a tightly ribbed knit with visible horizontal rib texture across the surface.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/handbagsReddit users find the Marimekko shoulder bag charming and practical, with some concerns about strap comfort.
Most commenters express love for the bag's design and practicality, though a few question daily usability and strap comfort.
Themes
Use Cases
- Daily carry (umbrella, water bottle, sunglasses)
- Travel crossbody bag
- Everyday shoulder bag
Watch Out For
Source Threads
User shares positive experience with the bag's comfort and practicality
There is just one strap and I think it would be hard to pack it so much so that it would dig into shoulder. I wear it as a high crossbody usually (while traveling internationally) and it has never been uncomfortable. And I say this as I was cursing the straps on my work tote today. lol
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