The Locations, Individuals, and Elements That Shaped the Style Set's Copenhagen Fashion Week

      Certain weeks on the fashion calendar are highly anticipated, and Copenhagen Fashion Week stands out among them. This August, I returned to the Danish capital for the spring/summer 2027 shows, coinciding with CPHFW's 20th anniversary, which seemed to be a city-wide celebration. For the past two decades, Copenhagen has quietly—and then more vocally—established itself as a vibrant fashion hub, and the growth of the event was palpable this season. The shows were packed, the streets were lively, and everywhere you looked, there were editors, buyers, designers, and impeccably dressed Danes cycling by.

      Copenhagen's charm extends beyond the fashion; it includes indulging in cardamom buns between appointments, enjoying dinners that ran longer than expected, capturing more outfit photos than I could count, and absorbing the street style while pretending to be discreet. Even after several seasons, I consistently leave with a renewed vision for my wardrobe and an expanding list of Scandinavian brands I desire.

      Consider this my diary for Copenhagen Fashion Week and CIFF for spring/summer 2027: my favorite shows, outfits worn, dining experiences, designers discovered, and all the little moments that made this season feel particularly exhilarating.

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      **8 a.m.:** I woke up early, battling severe jet lag to get ahead of New York hours. I stayed at the CitizenM Copenhagen Radhuspladsen in the city center, where chic Scandinavian design meets a tech-savvy room (everything was controlled via my iPad!) and a social design that promoted conversation. It felt almost like a hostel. I grabbed a coffee before quickly changing into my trendy outfit and heading out to CIFF, the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair.

      **9:45 a.m.:** The annual buyer's breakfast for CIFF was kicking off. This influential trade show gathers hundreds of established and emerging brands alongside buyers, editors, and industry insiders who dictate what will be in stores for the next season. After attending CIFF for several seasons, walking the floor has become one of my favorite ways to start the week. This morning was mainly about reconnecting with familiar faces and listening to CIFF CEO Sofie Dolva discuss future plans, including the organization's expanding international outreach and collaborations in Paris, Milan, and Miami. While Copenhagen remains home, CIFF's influence is reaching far beyond.

      **11 a.m.:** I conveniently didn’t have to travel far for my next appointment. I attended the Paraiso Miami Swim Week x CIFF kickoff event co-hosted with Elle Denmark to learn about the new partnership that brings Miami’s swimwear scene to Scandinavia. Paraiso has become a significant platform for swim and resort designers during Miami Swim Week, and seeing this perspective integrated into CIFF felt like an intriguing fusion of two distinct fashion cities. The highlight of any trade show is often discovering a brand you weren’t initially seeking. In this case, it was Sigal, a Miami-based brand led by a Venezuelan designer, whose pieces immediately drew my attention and added another name to my growing list of brands to watch.

      **What I Wore:**

      - MANGO Straight Low-Waist Jeans

      - Etsy Magnolia Silk Fabric Flower Brooch

      **12 p.m.:** After CIFF, I hurried back into the city to make it to the OpéraSport show with no time to spare. The collection embodied quintessential Danish coolness, showcasing clever layering, pieces half-buttoned or slightly undone, and that perfectly imperfect summer styling that Copenhagen does so well. It felt less like dressing by a formula and more about wearing your favorite pieces in a way that makes you look effortlessly stylish. I, of course, took notes and snapped countless pictures for my Instagram story.

      **3 p.m.:** With several hours left before dinner, I returned to my hotel, CitizenM, for a rare fashion week pastime: sitting down. I settled at the hotel’s rooftop lounge with my laptop and a cocktail, catching up on work while enjoying the view before heading back out for the night.

      **6 p.m.:** In what might have been my most controversial decision of Copenhagen Fashion Week, I had an exceptionally early dinner at Olise and opted for a salad. For those following the ongoing lettuce-related virus situation in the U.S., you’ll understand why indulging in a large plate of raw vegetables abroad felt like a treat. Afterward, I did something even more unexpected during fashion week: I went straight to bed. With an early morning ahead, day one was officially concluded.

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      **9:30 a.m.:** Day two was undoubtedly my busiest day of the week. My schedule looked like a long game of Tetris, with back-to-back appointments, shows, and dinners. There was little room for Copenhagen traffic, unexpected rain, or my tendency to lose track of time when jewelry was involved. Naturally, my day began at Lié Studio, one of my cherished Danish jewelry brands established by twin sisters