Copenhagen Fashion Week consistently delivers exciting and experimental street style, from unexpected pairings to innovative layering, and a serious dose of bold color and print. This year, with the added bonus of sunny weather, the fun reached new heights. The past four days have shown us the best of Scandi style and what the city’s most stylish are wearing now. Track shorts, polo shirts, and socks? Yes, socks! You heard that right. Even if you’re not in Copenhagen, you can still get inspired by these seven street style-approved trends and takeaways from the week, and start incorporating them into your fall wardrobe.
Danish Style Do’s! Striped Rugby Shirts Are a Crowd-Favorite
From knee-length shorts to lace skirts and even snake-print miniskirts, the colorful striped polo shirt was a staple among showgoers and city dwellers this week. Infusing outfits with the Scandi’s signature playful yet functional sensibility, it’s the perfect contender for in-between weather as we transition from summer to fall.
Outfit Recipe: One Part Sportswear, Two Parts Daywear
The juxtaposition of sportswear with closet staples provides an effortlessly cool approach to mixing and matching everything in your wardrobe, from running shorts to blazers and even fall boots. The M.O. here? Opposites attract.
Summer’s Still in Session—Eyelets, Embroidery, and Crisp Cotton Poplin
Summer weather was in the air this week, and it’s no surprise tastemakers jumped at the opportunity to wear their lightest and airiest pieces. Anything goes, from dainty eyelet blouses outside of Skall Studio to embroidery-trimmed frocks.
Expressive Minimalists Are Welcome Too
While there’s no shortage of eccentric looks on the streets during Copenhagen Fashion Week, don’t let Scandi minimalism fall through the cracks. From slick tailoring to mesh shoes to sculptural denim, you’ll come to agree that dressing minimalist doesn’t have to mean boring.
Animal Print Is Just Another Neutral
It’s no secret that we’re behind the return of leopard print for fall, and this week’s showgoers seem to agree. Whether it’s in the form of slingback kitten heels, wide-leg trousers, or blouses, street style stars make the case for the print, anytime, anyday.
Why Not Try… A Skirt Over Pants?
This one’s for the experimentalists! A dress over pants may already be familiar territory, but have you thought about a skirt? This specific method of layering was seen a handful of times this week in both the shows and outside in street style. It bodes particularly well for the sheer skirt trend.
Don’t Skip on Socks
While arguably the most basic item in a wardrobe, socks made more of an impact on the streets than you might expect. Every which way you turned, there was a crew-length white pair, looking especially sweet with Mary Janes. Consider it the city’s signature accessory—and not just among the Gen Z crowd!
