Marimekko Oyj is a Finnish textile and fashion company which designs, manufactures and markets clothing, home furnishings, accessories and gift items. The company was founded in 1951 and is now regarded as one of the most influential textile manufacturers of the 1960’s. Marimekko has 150 stores across the world and its products are sold in over 40 countries. Marimekko Oyj employs approximately 500 people and is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland.