We're Obsessed With Scandi Style—These 5 Elegant Trends Are Taking Off in Copenhagen

Street style during Copenhagen Fashion Week for the fall/winter 2025 season again proves why Scandi style is on everyone's fashion radar. Outside the shows, the looks have been nothing short of electric, giving us a peek into how Copenhagen's stylish set masterfully blends elegance with that nonchalant "I woke up like this" vibe. Scandinavian fashion people have been out in full force, turning heads with polished yet playful takes on winter dressing—think cozy yet elevated looks that anyone can snatch up and make their own.

With a few editors from the Who What Wear team on the ground digesting the looks in real time and the rest of us glued to every street photographer's Instagram, we've been able to spot and put together the trends making waves. On repeat? Luxe wrap coats in every shape and size that are perfect for layering and pointed-toe shoes that never fail to elevate a look. But it's not just the classics getting love this season. We're also seeing a handful of fresh trends making a statement on the Copenhagen streets that have the fashion-forward crowd buzzing. We're talking about pieces that feel very now but have that timeless Scandinavian edge.

Keep reading to get the lowdown on the standout street style trends from Copenhagen Fashion Week that we're already adding to our shopping lists. These are the pieces you'll want in your closet stat.

1. Layers on Layers

Style Notes: It might seem obvious for CPHFW attendees to layer up in the 40-degree weather, but let us explain. Scandi fashion lovers are showing us that layering is about so much more than just piling on extra pieces to combat the cold—it's an art form. For example, we've spotted one chic individual style a crisp tee under a simple cardigan, a wool blazer, and a classic trench coat. Someone even tied a chunky sweater around the shoulders of her jacket. It's not just about warmth; it's about creating depth and dimension in an outfit. By mixing textures, patterns, and silhouettes, they're elevating their looks while keeping cozy and chic at the same time. It's the perfect blend of functionality and fashion, proving that layering can be a true style statement.

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2. Warm Wrap Coats

Style Notes: If you've been keeping up with our winter trend reports, you're already aware that cinch-waist jackets—from tailored blazers to leather jackets with drawstring details—are having a moment. We've spotted these waist-defining styles all over the streets of New York, Paris, and London, but now, Copenhagen is putting its twist on the trend. The fashion set there is embracing wrap coats, those timeless long coats with fabric belts that cinch the waist for a flattering silhouette. What's great about this style is that it looks just as polished when worn loose.

These wrap coats have always been made from thicker fabrics like wool and cashmere, making them a go-to for colder months. However, modern versions are getting a creative update, and some are being made from unexpected materials like denim and shearling for extra warmth and texture.

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3. Classic Caps

Style Notes: Scandi style has long been synonymous with elegance and a refined, polished approach to fashion. One trend that truly embodies this ethos is the hat trend. Once considered purely functional, hats, in their varying forms, have undergone a major transformation in recent seasons, evolving into statement pieces that inject a much-needed dose of personality into otherwise pared-back looks. Rather than beanies and baseball caps, Scandi girls are making way for sophisticated pillbox hats, charming berets, vintage-inspired cloches, and structured flat-top designs that can be styled with wool coats, velvet blazers, sweater-vests, and more.

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4. Pointed-Toe Pairs

Style Notes: People in Copenhagen are known for donning cool retro-inspired sneakers. This fashion week, however, the fashion crowd is stepping up their footwear game with pointed-toe styles that exude elegance and sophistication. Whether they're sleek sock ankle boots, sharp knee-high boots, chic slingback heels, or classic pumps, each of these styles features that signature narrow, precise pointed toe. The beauty of pointed-toe footwear is its versatility: It can elevate a simple pair of jeans or complement the polished lines of a suit. It's the shoe silhouette that says you've got your style down to a fine point—pun intended.

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5. Luxe Long-Haired Toppers

Style Notes: We've touched on Copenhagen's love for minimalistic style, but it's worth noting that the city's fashion crowd isn't afraid to make bold statements, especially when it comes to outerwear. This season, long-haired faux-fur coats are making a profound impact. While these fluffy toppers aren't exactly new—think back to the F/W 24 collections from Michael Kors, Erdem, and others—they still create a striking, exaggerated silhouette that feels playful and daring. In terms of styling, Copenhagen showgoers seem to have a unified approach: letting the coat take center stage by pairing it with simple, tonal outfits and skipping heavy accessories.

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