Copenhagen Fashion Week SS26 felt fresh and creative. On the runway and in the streets, everything looked fun but easy, with cool shapes, textures, and details that made the season feel modern and wearable. It was exciting to see how designers and people on the street mixed style and personality in such effortless ways. Here’s a closer look at the key trends that defined SS26.
1. Polka Dots
Dots are back, but not in the cute retro way we usually see them. They felt sharper this season, Caro Editions did them best with spotted leggings and clean jackets that had a little ‘60s charm but still very Scandi minimal. Against all the neutrals, polka dots actually felt fresh and fun.
2. 3D Blooms
Florals showed up, but this time they had depth. Cecilie Bahnsen, OpéraSport, and Munthe added 3D petals on dresses and skirts, so the flowers moved with the body. It wasn’t just about a pretty print, it was texture, volume, and a soft sculptural vibe.
3. Scarves everywhere
Scarves were styled in so many ways, tied as belts, wrapped over the head, or just draped on the shoulders. Brands like Baum und Pferdgarten, MKDT Studio, Caro Editions, and OpéraSport made them feel modern and easy. A small piece, but it changed the whole silhouette.
4. Crochet Headwear
Outside the shows, crochet hats were everywhere. Brights, neutrals, bucket shapes, they gave looks a cozy, handmade touch that contrasted with all the sharp tailoring. A little nostalgic, but still current and effortless.
5. Lace Accents
Lace had a cooler update this season. I saw it layered under suits, in sheer sleeves, even worked into sporty looks. It wasn’t overly romantic, more like softness with an edge, something you could actually wear day to day.
6. Flip-Flops, Reimagined
Flip-flops turned high-fashion in Copenhagen. OpéraSport’s collab with Havaianas used 3D printing to give them futuristic textures, some flat, some with a tiny heel. Styled with tailoring and sheer layers, they looked effortless but still directional.
