Copenhagen Fashion Week‘s fall/winter 2026 season once again proved that the Danish city more than holds its own alongside Paris and Milan—not by mimicking them but by offering a distinctly Scandi point of view that feels fun, optimistic, and irreverent. It’s the rare fashion week where wearability and creativity genuinely coexist.
This season, that balance showed up across four clear runway themes, starting with artful, inventive layering that felt fantastically fresh. It’s no surprise, then, that Denmark’s high-energy event has earned a worldwide fan base. Gestuz, for instance, counts Hailey Bieber as one of its many well-dressed customers. Continue reading to see why fall/winter 2026 is one of Copenhagen’s strongest seasons yet. Oh, and if you’re feeling inspired to book a trip, may I suggest perusing our Copenhagen travel guide? I promise it won’t steer you wrong.
1. Layer Like You Mean It
If wearing a collared shirt under a simple sweater is your idea of layering, it’s time to broaden your horizons. This season, Copenhagen Fashion Week brands displayed unexpected and inventive ways to add texture and depth to your outfits. Aiayu went for a more-is-more approach with layered sweaters, OperáSport added a hint of lace at the waist, and MKDT Studio showed off an artfully arranged cape.
Notice how the two tied sweaters are knotted on different sides: one at the model’s left shoulder and one at her right hip.
This pretty white lace fabric at OperáSport broke up the monotony of brown separates.
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