Corina Papadopoulou

Corina Papadopoulou and husband Franco Ofili, are the founders of eternally stylish Scandinavian children's store Kidsen, which opened its doors in 2008. Their mission in life is to take the hard work out of finding beautiful things for kids, bringing a slice of Scandinavian life into family homes across the UK and internationally too.

A Swede, Corina sources most of her products from Northern Europe. Her keen eye for spotting new, exciting and innovative brands ensures Kidsen is a one stop store to finding items with the enviable factor. Treating kids like individuals, at Kidsen you find fun, eye catching fashion, great shoes and practical, yet unique nursery interiors and gifts.

With a vibrant, bright shop in Kensal Rise, London and a comprehensive website masterminded by Franco, Kidsen aims to constantly delight and inspire customers with a splash of Scandi style…

CORINA'S FAVOURITE SITES

Monocle - One neat package which covers everything from global affairs, design, and culture! I always buy this magazine whilst travelling and by the time I land my head is full of new knowledge. If that isn't enough Monocle has just launched Monocle24 a new audio service broadcasting 24hrs a day wherever you are. This is a brand that continues to excite and surprise me and I wonder what will be next.

Swedish Wire - I don't have a lot of time so this online service saves me trying to read various Swedish newspapers as it condenses the most important news in one place. A must read for any Swede living abroad interested in business and wants to stay informed.

Babiekins - There is a real explosion in online publications but this US magazine really stands out to me, pioneering what a great global magazine should be about. The photography and styling is outstanding and the coverage fresh, cosmopolitan and inspiring. A must read for me to keep up to date with global brands and new designers and be kept entertained by quirky family stories.

ShareMyPlayLists - When I'm office bound and not in the shop I can't work without music, and this is an amazing way of discovering new tunes. Log on, choose a playlist (that someone else has compiled) and within one click it's pulled into Spotify and you're listening to and discovering loads of new music.

i-escape - I was recommended this website almost 10 years ago by a friend and have been using it ever since. I have an unhealthy obsession with luxury travel and have always loved reading travel magazines or searching for holidays which I cannot afford - escapism at its best. It has been interesting seeing this site evolving from an independent quirky site to having recently been voted the best online booking service; A great example how a business can evolve in a competitive market.
 
Practical Ecommerce - The internet is moving at such a fast pace I sometimes find it hard to keep up. This is a great site for anyone wanting to broaden their knowledge of what works online!  Written in practical, simple articles, it's a master class in ecommerce - essential in today's world of web!

25 October 2011