More than just minimalism: Copenhagen Fashion Week street style with 4 keywords to save for inspiration
Effortless yet elevated
Summary
- Silk textures: Go for a lightweight silk slip dress or midi skirt, layered over a plain T-shirt or worn with pants underneath to create an elegant, clean-lined look.
- Movement with fringe: Work fringe details into pants or a roomy tote. The swaying strands as you walk instantly draw the eye and add dimension.
- Retro headscarves: Wrap your hair in a patterned silk scarf or blue printed headscarf to give simple everyday knits or tank tops an easy street vibe.
- Sharp Bermuda shorts: Think cycling shorts or tailored knee-grazing Bermudas, styled with an oversized shirt or a structured blazer to naturally highlight a long, slim top-wide-bottom-narrow silhouette.
Street style at the recently concluded Copenhagen Fashion Week has long been a treasure trove for fashion lovers looking for inspiration for the season ahead. Compared with the untouchable looks on the runway, street-style shots of Scandinavian women always have an easy, relaxed feel. A few key elements spotted on the streets this year are especially worth watching: they’re comfortable to wear and easy to work into an everyday wardrobe.
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1. Soft, elegant “silk textures”
Silk and satin, once considered reserved for eveningwear or loungewear, took on new life for everyday wear on the streets of Copenhagen this year. Layer a lace-trimmed silk dress over pants, or over a simple solid-colored long-sleeve top, to give its naturally sultry lines a more casual, relaxed feel. Others paired silk tops with skirts and slipped on flats to head out. Silk’s distinctive sheen can instantly lend texture to a look, so even minimalist pieces don’t feel plain. What makes these fabrics so appealing is that they are light and cling softly to the body while still having a sense of substance.
2. “Fringe” instantly adds style to a simple outfit
Fringe may seem difficult to pull off, yet Nordic bloggers make it feel highly approachable. Street-style photos show that fringe is no longer limited to bohemian jackets; it appears in more delicate forms on pants and accessories. Take a pair of off-white pants covered in soft fringe: paired simply with a beige spaghetti-strap camisole and a monogram tote, they create an airy sense of movement. If fringe pants feel too bold, accessories are a safer place to start. Pair a simple dress with a clutch featuring extra-long leather fringe, and the lines that sway as you walk instantly become the focal point of the outfit. At a similar price point or within a similar style, fringed accessories create the greatest impact with the smallest amount of material.
3. Accent your hair with a “vintage headscarf”
After the baseball caps that were popular over the past few seasons, printed headscarves have all but taken over Copenhagen’s streets this year. From classic printed patterns to eye-catching solid-color silk scarves, fashion lovers are tying them around their heads as hair accessories or onto their bags, instantly adding a touch of retro, laid-back flair. A chunky white knit sweater and loose pants might otherwise feel like a heavier fall-winter outfit, yet tying on a blue patterned headscarf immediately makes the overall look feel lighter and livelier. It’s not only a lifesaver for bad hair days, but also an affordable accessory that makes basic outfits stand out in an instant.
4. The “Bermuda shorts” trend that flatters your proportions
Bermuda shorts and bike shorts remain a strong presence at this year’s Copenhagen Fashion Week. Moving beyond their former association with sports and the gym, bloggers in street-style photos showed how to wear Bermuda shorts with a modern urban edge. Whether in solid colors or subtle textures, with fitted or wide-leg cuts, they project a sharp yet relaxed attitude.
Copenhagen Fashion Week street style has become a talking point on social media this season. If you’re interested, take a look through your closet and try incorporating these four elements into your everyday outfits.
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