Those in the know, know: with cool girl brands like Ganni and Rotate populating the calendar, Copenhagen Fashion Week has been an understated rewrite of style codes for the seasons, and spring 2023 is no exception. Which is precisely why we compiled the runway trends that are inspiring Scandinavians to dress as effortlessly chic as they do, and made them shoppable, for instant gratification. From ’90s-inspired cargo pants and cowboy boots to exposed nipples, there’s something here for everyone, whether you tend to err on the appropriate side or a little outrageous. Take a look at the seven trends we’re tracking below.
cargo pants
Remember those baggy cargo pants you may or may not have rocked in the ’90s and/or early 2000s? Well, it’s time to get them out of your closet because according to Gestuz and Samsøe Samsøe, utility pants are back and this time, the more pockets the better. Comfort aside, what we love most about this trend is the versatility: wear yours with flats for casual daytime wear or platform heels for a night out; dare we say you dance to R&B icons of the era like Aaliyah and TLC?
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Ganni Paperbag Waist Cargo Pants
Holzweiler Skunk Camel Shiny Pant
Socks and Sandals
Love Child 1979
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Divisive, to be sure, but the sock-and-sandal combo continues to reinvent itself, going from fashion faux pas to runway must-have. Double down with a sporty pair and chunky-soled sandals courtesy of Baum und Pferdgarten, or go subtle (and office-appropriate) with a sheer sock in the same shade, as the models did at Lovechild 1979.
Holzweiler Black National Sandal
Baum und Pferdgarten Lainey Socks
Baum und Pferdgarten Chill Out Sf Shoes
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easy adaptation
Mark Kenly Domino Tan
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Back-to-office mandates can be daunting, and that’s without taking into account the wardrobe change. Fortunately, the understated suits seen on Mark Kenly’s Domino Tan, Remain and Helmstedt offer a happy medium between comfortable and polished. Opt for a colorful yet neutral shade, like a deep blue or peachy pink, and let the compliments roll into the morning meeting.
Remain Symone Peach Skin Blazer
Remain Anjelica Peach Skin Vest
Remain Kise Pants Peachskin
Crochet Blouses
On unusually hot days, hand-knit blouses with interlocking yarn loops can be the prettiest way to allow airflow. Remain and The Garment are two collections that featured crochet on the top and sometimes even the bottom. Think of this as a decidedly more sophisticated version of festival style.
Rotate Birger Christensen Milandran Organic Cotton Crochet Crop Top
Baum und Pferdgarten Cayley Organic Cotton Crochet Cardigan
floral brooches
Add something extra – and a little romantic – with a floral brooch, shown here at Saks Potts. Options abound for how to wear it, from around your neck and wrist to adorning the strap of your blouse for going out. The choice is yours.
Saks Potts Pink Cotton Tie — Berry Stripe
Saks Potts Rosi Scarf — Chocolate Dot
Saks Potts Rose Snake Brooch — Brown Snake
exposed nipples
A.Roege Hove
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Show a little, or a lot. Concept knitwear brand A. Roege Hove has amassed a cult following for unleashing the nipple like you’ve never seen it before. These NSFW dresses, cardigans, and tops offer the smallest amount of coverage, so you can decide how sheer or opaque you want to go.
A. Roege Hove Ivy semi sheer knit mini dress in black/sheer
A. Roege Patricia Hove ladder stitch cotton blend cardigan in black
Saks Potts Wilma Top — Black
Cowboy boots
We’d say no guest left Ganni’s spring/summer 2023 show without seriously coveting a pair of cowboy boots. Everyone’s favorite Scandinavian brand brought western vibes to CPHFW with modern takes on the classic style in cherry red, aqua and two-tone colorways. Yes actually.
Ganni Embroidered Leather Western Boots
Ganni Bicolour Embroidered Western Boots
Ganni Embroidered Western Boots
Claire Stern is the deputy editor of ELLE.com. Previously, she was an editor at Bergdorf Goodman. Her interests include fashion, food, travel, music, Peloton and The Hills, not necessarily in that order. She used to have a Harriet the Spy notebook and she’s not ashamed to admit it.
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