Forget Paris—buyers, influencers, and trend analysts are proclaiming that the trends for Spring 2027 begin in this city.

Forget Paris—buyers, influencers, and trend analysts are proclaiming that the trends for Spring 2027 begin in this city.

      Fashion month may officially kick off in New York, but in recent years, I've found that my first real glimpse of the season happens weeks earlier and thousands of miles away. Each August, the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair, commonly known as CIFF, takes over the expansive Bella Center in Copenhagen, uniting buyers, designers, editors, and industry insiders to preview upcoming trends. While the phrase "trade show" might evoke images of harsh lighting and endless booths, CIFF is anything but that. It’s trendy, stylish, and rapidly becoming a pivotal event on the global fashion calendar.

      In recent times, CIFF's reach has extended well beyond Copenhagen. The organization has hosted showrooms in Paris and Milan and collaborated with international fashion entities, such as the Council of Fashion Designers of America and Paraiso Miami Swim Week. This initiative aims to introduce global brands to the Scandinavian market while providing Danish and Nordic designers with greater visibility abroad. The atmosphere feels less like a conventional trade fair and more like a convergence point for those shaping the fashion landscape for the upcoming seasons.

      I’m currently showcasing a CIFF-inspired accessories trend that I noticed while exploring the Bella Center during Copenhagen Fashion Week! This is precisely why I return year after year. CIFF has become a magnet for me, and I now regard it as the initial stop on my womenswear calendar—a preview of the concepts, silhouettes, colors, and products that will inevitably reappear when the shows in New York, London, Milan, and Paris begin. However, in Copenhagen, there’s an additional focus on financial aspects: buyers are placing their primary orders of the season at CIFF, meaning you’re witnessing not just what captures attention on the runway or social media, but what stores are banking on consumers will wish to purchase.

      The intersection of creativity and commerce is especially noticeable among names at Copenhagen Fashion Week like Gestuz, Herskind, and OpéraSport, whose runway concepts can be directly linked back to the merchandise at the Bella Center through a more commercial perspective. Throughout the week, I exchanged insights with buyers, trendsetters, and fellow editors about what they observed and, importantly, what they chose to buy. This is your initial sneak peek at the trends likely to shape spring 2027.

      **Shop the CIFF Spring/Summer 2027 Trends**

      **Headscarves and Bandanas**

      If there was one styling trick that popped up frequently in Copenhagen, it was a scarf worn around the head. Bandanas and headscarves were featured on the OpéraSport runway and throughout Copenhagen Fashion Week, but what reinforced the trend was the number of buyers and editors who had already embraced it. This reflects the Scandinavian ethos of dressing: start with simple pieces and add a unique element—ideally in a striking color or pattern—to enhance the overall look. At CIFF, scarves provided a vibrant splash of color against otherwise neutral outfits, whether tied under the chin, wrapped snugly around the hair, or worn loosely as a bandana.

      **Frog-Closure Details**

      Frog closures may not be new to the fashion world, yet Copenhagen made it evident that this detail is here to stay. In fact, it’s becoming an integral aspect of how designers design everyday apparel. This decorative knotted fastening has gradually gained popularity over the past few seasons, appearing on a range of items from jackets and cardigans to blouses and dresses, and at CIFF, the detail felt less like a fad and more like an established style code. It serves as a lesson in thoughtfully crafted minimalist dressing!

      **Heeled Thong Sandals**

      Simple flip-flops have been gradually entering high-fashion territory, but Copenhagen may have finally completed the transformation. Havaianas were nearly everywhere during fashion week, notably due to their viral kitten-heel flip-flops, which influenced CIFF directly. The Brazilian brand has unexpectedly become a staple of Scandinavian style, where its casual sandals are often paired with the refined, minimalist clothing that Copenhagen excels in. For spring 2027, however, buyers appear ready to elevate this concept further. Throughout the fair, thong sandals were upgraded with slightly higher heels, sleeker designs, and more sophisticated finishes that make them feel more suited for trousers, skirts, and dresses rather than the beach.

      **Moss Green**

      Copenhagen has a knack for making you rethink colors you might not have previously considered, and for spring 2027, the focus is on moss green. At Gestuz, this earthy tone was showcased with the brand's characteristic cool, slightly nonchalant vibe, transforming a color that could easily seem rugged into something surprisingly sleek. Throughout the week and at CIFF, similarly muted greens presented an intriguing alternative to the burgundy, brown, and khaki shades that have dominated the recent trend towards sophisticated neutrals.

      **Exaggerated Brooches**

      The simplest way to elevate a typically Scandinavian outfit for spring? Attach an oversized brooch. At Herskind, large brooch

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Forget Paris—buyers, influencers, and trend analysts are proclaiming that the trends for Spring 2027 begin in this city.

Reporting directly from the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair, an editor analyzes the trends that buyers are considering for spring/summer 2027.