Copenhagen Fashion Week, a renowned platform for showcasing emerging talent, has witnessed a surge of new Scandinavian designers who are redefining Danish style. While established brands like Ganni, Cecilie Bahnsen, and Saks Potts have put Copenhagen on the global fashion map, a new generation of designers is carrying the torch forward, bringing their own unique interpretations of the city’s signature aesthetic.
The Danish style, often characterized as a harmonious blend of simplicity and sophistication, has been evident in the collections presented at this season’s Copenhagen Fashion Week. Designers have embraced the philosophy of beauty and functionality, emphasizing clean lines, subtle color palettes, and premium materials. Emerging designer Nicklas Skovgaard believes that Danish style is not merely about clothing but also about the approach to dressing and the feeling it evokes. It’s about how clothes fit seamlessly into one’s life, embodying a sense of effortless style and functionality.
Several rising stars presented their Spring/Summer 2025 collections, each showcasing their distinctive interpretations of Danish style. Knitwear brand A. Roege Hove made a triumphant return with a runway show that showcased their signature ribbed dresses, tops, and skirts. Mfpen, a beloved menswear (and now womenswear) designer, opened its first store, featuring pleated trousers and impeccably crafted shirting.
Caro Editions, founded by Danish model and fashion icon Caroline Bille Brahe, reflects her personal style: eclectic, feminine, and nostalgic. The brand infuses a sense of new and old into its collections, using deadstock and recycled fabrics to create big-shouldered jackets, beaded pants, and reversible bucket hats, echoing the spirit of pulling looks from a vintage costume box.
Mark Kenly Domino Tan Studio, known for its elevated take on everyday wear, presented sophisticated silhouettes and a neutral color palette. The brand prioritizes longevity and sustainability, using carefully sourced, natural fabrics to create pieces designed to be worn for years to come.
Mfpen, founded by designer Sigurd Bank, embodies the essence of relaxed Danish design. The brand has expanded into womenswear, becoming a Copenhagen cult favorite for its shirting and slacks. Bank draws inspiration from various sources, including the Krautrock/German industrial scene of the 1970s and 1980s, injecting a touch of rock and roll into his designs.
Nicklas Skovgaard, inspired by his mother’s personal approach to dressing, launched his namesake brand, a line of imaginative, feminine silhouettes. He believes that Danish style can be minimalist, maximalist, or something in between, embracing a spectrum of aesthetics.
A. Roege Hove, founded by Amalie Roge Hove, brings a creative spin on knitwear. She believes that Danish style is not about strict minimalism but rather about effortless elegance. Hove finds inspiration in materials, particularly textures that can be incorporated into her knitting machine.
The Garment, founded by Charlotte Eskildsen and Sophia Roe, is known for its sleek, elegant knitwear and tailored essentials. Their Spring 2025 collection presented an ethereal feel with flowing cream and cerulean sheer dresses, pants, and jackets.
Jade Cropper, a cool-girl designer, presented her latest collection in a warehouse-style space. Models wore hooded, cutout jackets, structured leather skirts, and draped jersey dresses, embodying Cropper’s signature slithery, leather looks.
Skall Studio, founded by design sisters Julie and Marie Skall, prioritizes locally sourced materials and sustainable practices. Their Spring 2025 collection celebrated an outdoors lifestyle with khaki gardening hats, billowing cotton dresses, and GOTS-certified denim.
Damson Madder, a London-based brand with a strong Danish following, embraces playful design with colored denim, big collars, and hyper-feminine silhouettes.
OperaSport, founded by Awa Malina Stelter, draws inspiration from nature, architecture, art, history, and culture. Their Spring 2025 show featured pastel blues, belted polo T-shirts, and peddle pushers, showcasing a diverse range of influences.
Elhanati, a Copenhagen-based jewelry brand, draws inspiration from its founder’s Nordic and Middle Eastern heritage. The brand is known for its unique yellow gold statement rings, delicate sterling silver floral pieces, and zodiac pendants.
Lié Studio, founded by twin sisters and models Amalie and Cecilie Moosgaard, offers elevated yet accessibly-priced jewelry and leather goods.
Ragbag, a Copenhagen-based jewelry brand, brings an architectural element to jewelry with its modern and creative pieces. The brand uses responsibly sourced materials, including sterling silver, 18k gold plating, freshwater pearls, and natural stone.
Berner Kühl, a brand-new menswear label, offers high-quality staples with personality. The brand prioritizes durable fabrics and sustainable production, presenting a collection defined by crisp white shirting, shiny-sleek black collared jackets, and charcoal gray separates.
