I Just Got Back From Copenhagen Fashion Week—These Are the 6 Runway Trends I Know Will Prevail Next Season

There's just something about Copenhagen at this time of year. Maybe it's the snow, the waft of freshly baked cardamom pastries, the all-round hygge vibes or the historic, colourful canal-side buildings. It may also be the progressive fashion scene, full of emerging labels that are firmly placing the Danish capital on the global style map, and this year, it celebrates 20 years of hosting its twice-yearly fashion week.

Wanting to check out the latter for myself, I took a trip to the city to see what all the fuss is about. London, Paris, Milan and New York are all synonymous with the fashion month sphere, but Copenhagen is demanding a seat at the table too, and home-grown brands such as Baum und Pferdgarten, Anne Sofie Madsen, and OpéraSport are showing us why. Forgoing the pomp, polish and pretentiousness that the traditional fashion circuit can sometimes possess, the labels of CPH are far more experimental, unconventional and just plain fun. There's also a real wearability to the clothes, shoes and accessories coming off the runways here, as well as a sense of joy, craft and forward-thinking, low-impact design.

Observing the shows in person is always a true pleasure, but what I indulge in the most is digesting all the runway snaps and deciphering which key styles, pieces and trends I believe will come to the fore next season. And, my oh my, did Copenhagen deliver. Read on for my style notes on the six hottest trends I observed on the runways of CPH, along with some curated shopping picks so you can get ahead of the curve now.

A special mention to Ugg for facilitating my Copenhagen experience. Mange tak!

1. All the Fur Trimmings

Style Notes: This tactile, decadent finish has been rising in the style stakes for some time, due to its luxe-looking appeal and the cosy warmth it brings. It has, without a doubt, dominated street-style trends, mostly in the way of coats and jackets, but for next winter, CPH designers are backing it in a much more detail-oriented and pared-back way. It is, of course, fur, and I took note of designers using it in faux and soft-shearling fabrications all over the runways for the autumn/ winter 2026 season. Yes, it was on outerwear, but most remarkably on trims and accessories, and, notably too, on attire destined for evening and after-dark rendezvous.

At Baum und Pferdgarten, plush brown fur stoles tied with black ribbon were worn off-kilter on the shoulders, adding a fuzzy finish to double denim and all-out leather looks, as well as floor-length velvet gowns. Over at OpéraSport, sultry off-the-shoulder evening tops were trimmed at the decollatage with matching black faux fur, and some outfits were topped with fur pillbox hats in corresponding tones.

At the immersive cocktail party runway of Gestuz, fur was everywhere, but most notably on scarves, capes, snoods, and even on the trims of leather pencil skirts (chic!). Studio Constance is famed for its shearling and leather pieces, so I was not surprised to see oversized collars and cuffs adorned with curly fur edging, as well as skirts and even kitten-heeled shoes. Proving its versatility, fur, and all of its fluffy iterations, showed just how expertly it pairs with denim, leather, velvet and tailoring, adding that soft, fluffy feel that we all gravitate towards, adding a wealth-whispering undertone to late-night ensembles.

Brands to remember: Baum und Pferdgarten; OpéraSport; Gestuz; Studio Constance.

Key takeaways: Fuzzy collars and cuffs, shearling trims, faux-fur scarves and shearling stoles.

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2. Off-Kilter Knitwear

Style Notes: Checkered cardigans, layered polo shirts, knitted dresses, oversized V-neck sweaters, asymmetric jumpers: you name it, I saw it in Copenhagen. Some of CPH Fashion Week's most subversive brands toyed with wool and knitted garments, giving them a girlish, sporty or artful spin for A/W 26. The technicolour heroine at Paolina Russo reached for bodycon or ultra-cropped cardis with an intarsia Battenberg-cake pattern, or argyle sweater vests emblazoned with Girl Scout badges.

At the Sson presentation, fine-knit V-neck sweaters were bunched up and layered with pastel-toned polos, or worn at the waist to resemble skirts. For OpéraSport, merino ribbed cardigans followed the form of the wearer, utilising wavy hem lines and lace sectioning in the hottest shades of now (hello, chartreuse, royal purple and powder pink!).

Holzweiler, the Oslo-based brand known for down jackets, ski and snow gear, as well as knitwear, doubled down on tactile knits this season, with oversized fuzzy mohair jumpers, XXL skinny knitted scarves in pop colours, layered polos in primary hues, and, my favourite, a double chenille extravanganza, made up of not one, but two softly blurred and striped polo shirts to form an almost dress-like look, which was finished with a matching skinny scarf. Whatever you do with your knitwear next season, make sure it's weird, wonderful and a little bit off-kilter.

Brands to remember: Paolina Russo; Sson; OpéraSport; Holzweiler.

Key takeaways: Checkerboard cardis, bodycon merino, double chenille.

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3. Gardening Core

Style Notes: Next season, the most discerning labels of Copenhagen are encouraging us to touch grass, or even get a little bit green-fingered. I denoted a swathe of looks which looked primed and ready for pruning prize-winning rose bushes, and with street-style maverick Jennifer Lawrence often spotted in a rubber slip-on gardening shoe for her off-duty looks, I can't help but think this trend is the new evergreen mood.

Skall Studio looked to Danish novelist Karen Blixen, inspired by both her poetry and knack for floristry, cultivating looks with real-flower corsages, knitted gloves, gum boots, heavy-duty denim, lace-trimmed prairie blouses and woven baskets for collecting cuttings. At Anne Sofie Madsen, outdoor-friendly Ugg boots and sandals were aplenty, with fringed flannel dresses resembling picnic blankets, plus heavy-duty duffle coats, shearling jackets and a recurring rose motif digging out the horticulturist in all of us.

Back at Baum und Pferdgarten, the most charming looks featured leather head scarves, apt for keeping wafts of hair at bay when busy weeding, plus a flurry of floral prints and plaid checks, ripstop two-pieces and a violet-hued barn jacket. Lastly, Aiayu drew its colour palette from the soft, organic hues found in nature, such as washed rose, undyed ecru, earthy khaki and even a rich French blue, using them across recycled silks, fine wools, and relaxed knitwear for a look which would give Monty Don a run for his money. Don't let this trend lead you down the garden path: the botanical-buff look is here to stay, and may just be perennial.

Brands to remember: Anne Sofie Madsen, Baum und Pferdgarten, Skall Studio, Aiayu.

Key takeaway: Soft hues found in nature, heavy-duty outerwear, flannel and roses.

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4. Tights Appeal

Style Notes: Hosiery has been having an outright renaissance lately, and this movement was solidified on the runways of Copenhagen Fashion Week for the A/W 26 season. I saw a flurry of legs cloaked in classic tights, plus knee-highs and over-the-knee stockings, all the way from demi-sheer to opaque colours, polka dots, lace and even stirrup styles.

Most interestingly, the tights and hosiery were not a second thought in these looks; moreover, they complemented or made them entirely. Take Caro Editions, where each model looked like they had taken a nose-dive into an '80s dressing-up box, and come up wearing acres of lace, bows, shoulder pads, silky body suits, and yes, tights in various shades of chocolate brown, white and black with all-over micro polka dots.

Paolina Russo's girl gang favourite footless tights, lacy leggings, pastel ankle warmers and knee-high, pattered tights, teaming them with mini, swishy and knitted skirts for a layered, tactile effect. The grown-up evening looks at Forza used block-colour tights for an expected note, with hues such as cool, icy blue and even pillar-box red tinting the legs of models in billowing gowns and skirts. Lastly, at Baum und Pferdgarten, purple-toned tights finished a similarly toned look for a head-to-toe Violet Beauregarde-approved ensemble.

Brands to remember: Caro Editions, Paolina Russo, Forza, Baum und Pferdgarten.

Key takeaways: Polka dots, block colours, demi-sheer and knee-high hosiery.

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5. Curtain Call

Style Notes: Here at Who What Wear UK, we have been craving all things lace, tasseled and pendant-emblazoned lately, and believe these finishing touches can take an otherwise simple outfit and make it look exceedingly expensive. Next up on our antique-feeling agenda, as verified by the most decadent of designers, is something that pulls from the world of interiors. I took note of the hottest CPH brands using curtain-like fabrics, OTT lace and ornate tapestry across dresses, skirts and outerwear, where it was gathered, tied and draped, just like the most lavish of soft home furnishings, for outfits suitable for both day and night.

At Rave Review, drop-waist skirts were the centre of attention, with granny-ish florals, fringed trims and velvety finishes. At the Taus salon show, home textiles were at the bedrock of the collection, and I spotted a handful of carpet bags, brocade corset tops, a funnel-neck, velvety two-piece and skirt-like garments made from baroque cloths. The Caro Editions finale bridal look upcycled heaps of transparent lace and silk ribbon, for a modern (and joyful!) interpretation of Miss Havisham.

Over at OpéraSport, a key look that has left an indelible mark on my mind consisted of a pair of black devoré velvet trousers and a white, pleated, cross-over poplin shirt, finished with a neutral shearling cape bordered with knotted fringing, draped over the model's shoulders, which, to me, looked like a really fab rug. Obsessed!

Brands to remember: Rave Review, Taus, Caro Editions, OpéraSport.

Key takeaways: Curtain-like fabrics, rich tapestries, lace, tasseled and bow finishes.

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6. Sheer Sensations

Style Notes: Moving on from the heavy, curtain-like fabrics of the previous trend, I identified several designers and key outfits, which indulged in something much lighter, fluid and diaphanous for the A/W 26 season. Sheer fabrics, such as gossamer, silk, organza, tulle and chiffon, were layered to create dynamic looks, evening attire and unexpected combinations, all the way from the sporty to the sultry.

The standout look from Anne Sofie Madsen consisted of a lavender-toned, ghost-like gown, transparent enough to see the layers, padding and undergarments of the model, with the skirt sailing in the wind as they strutted down the runway. MKDT used white, black and burgundy organza across minimalist blouses, tops and dresses, for an undone, but thoroughly modern, effect.

Holzweiler's sheer dresses, skirts and shirts were layered playfully, and came in colour-pop hues for a breathable, light and polished look, with semi-transparent glass handbags amplifying the sheer effect. Last but not least, Paolina Russo's models wore demi-sheer sports jerseys, worn with her pastel knitwear and hosiery for a dynamic and multifaceted finish. Sheer genius!

Brands to remember: Anne Sofie Madsen, MKDT, Holzweiler, Paolina Russo.

Key takeaways: Organza and tulle, sheer on sheer, unexpected layering.

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