09 12, 2008 05:31 PM

Honey Baby Swedey

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We popped by Dunderdon’s Howard Street headquarters to see the Scandanavian cottage-ish shop packing its new, improved, and way-expanded women’s collection. As you’d guess, designer Lina Hellden kept up the brands utilitarian ways — keeping comfort, versatility, and functionality in mind. But whereas the gear for gents has always paid homage to uniformed craftsman and builders, the womenswear seems fit for librarians and school teachers who like to kick off their sensible shoes and have a real good time. The workwear will certainly help you make it through the winter — or at least down to Good World Bar. Hellden swears her friend Annika’s Swedish meatballs are the best. Skål!

Dunderdon, 25 Howard Street, between Lafayette and Crosby Streets (212-226-4040 or dunderdon.com)