**Unikko** Now synonymous with the label's striking aesthetic, the *Unikko* poppy print was born from a story of creativity, inner strength, and faith in oneself. **Unikko** Now synonymous with the label's striking aesthetic, the *Unikko* poppy print was born from a story of creativity, inner strength, and faith in oneself. Founded in 1951 by Armi Ratia, who set out to use the power of textiles to bring joy and color to people's lives, Marimekko is a Finnish lifestyle design company renowned for its original prints, architectonic shapes, and vibrant colors.