Copenhagen Fashion Week kicks off its Spring 2027 season next week, marking a major milestone for the Danish capital. This year, the event celebrates its 20th anniversary, solidifying its status as the unofficial fifth stop on the international collections calendar. The action extends beyond the runways to the streets, where attendees set the tone for global trends.
Photographer Acielle Tanbetova, also known as Style Du Monde, has documented these evolving looks since 2015, building an archive that now underpins a directory of 28 Scandinavian street‑style stars. The list is arranged alphabetically and chronologically, allowing the publication to chart the changing tides of influence. When many of these figures began, “content creation” was not yet a job description; several launched as bloggers in a pre‑Instagram era, later becoming the style icons they are today.
Defining Scandi Style
The roster of influencers includes Pernille Teisbaek, who transitioned from a 2012 blog called “Lookdepernille” to over one million followers by 2026. She is known for sophisticated looks punctuated by unexpected streetwear elements. Norwegian designer Celine Aagaard brings an exacting minimalism to her sustainable label, Envelope 1976, which she launched in 2018. Darja Barannik, an émigré to Norway, makes elegance look effortless through tonal or monochrome dressing.
Meanwhile, the duo Jeanette Friis Madsen and Thora Valdimars impact the scene both individually and through their co‑designed brand Rotate, launched in 2018 and focused on going‑out apparel. Other notable figures include Amelia Hoy, a Danish‑American actress who emceed the anniversary celebrations in January, and Caroline Bille Brahe. Brahe, discovered at 15 in a pizza parlor on a school outing, applied her vintage knowledge to her Caro Editions line after traveling the world and walking countless runways.
From Marianne Theodorsen’s playful surprises—such as a Beavis bag charm or pink stiletto sandals paired with cargo shorts—to Annabel Rosendahl’s elegant, ladylike style with whimsical touches, these stars represent the region’s diverse fashion landscape. All of them either live or have resided in Denmark, Norway, or Sweden, mixing local brands with high‑luxury labels in a way that fashionphiles worldwide follow. As the spring shows approach, the city prepares to welcome back the style icons who have shaped its legacy.
Frequently asked questions
What is Copenhagen Fashion Week's 20th anniversary celebrating?
The event marks two decades of defining global street style, showcasing Scandinavian influencers who have redefined street style for a global audience.
Who are some notable Scandinavian street-style stars featured in the Copenhagen Fashion Week directory?
Pernille Teisbaek, Celine Aagaard, Darja Barannik, Jeanette Friis Madsen, Thora Valdimars, Amelia Hoy, Caroline Bille Brahe, Marianne Theodorsen, and Annabel Rosendahl are among the 28 Scandinavian street-style stars featured.
When did Copenhagen Fashion Week kick off its Spring 2027 season?
The event kicks off its Spring 2027 season next week, marking a major milestone for the Danish capital.
