Structure, Self-Love and Skinny Jeans: Your Definitive Recap of Copenhagen Fashion Week FW25

The Fall/Winter 2025 season of Copenhagen Fashion Week is officially upon us and as always, the season promises a slew of impressive showcases by both established and emerging designers. Fan favorites like OperaSPORT, A Roege Hove and Rolf Ekroth return to the runway while, as always, Alectra Rothschild/Masculina's dynamic showcase continues to be one of the biggest highlights of the week.

Elsewhere, this season saw runways from staple brands like Han Kjobenhavn, Baum und Pferdgarten and ROTATE, alongside several celebratory presentations and anniversary events from the likes of 66 NORTH, Niko June and Samsoe Samsoe. Ahead, we revisit some of our favorite moments from this season at CPHFW, a fashion week that seems to get better and better every time.

Scroll down to see our favorite moments from CPHFW FW25 and stay tuned for coverage from Berlin Fashion Week coming soon.

PUMA's Speedcat Ballerina Debut at OperaSPORT

Following the insurmountable success of the PUMA Speedcat, the brand debuted a new iteration, dubbed the Speedcat Ballerina on the runway at OperaSPORT. Seemingly inspired by collabs like Sandy Liang x Salomon and Cecilie Bahnsen x ASICS, the new hybrid is set to be a pretty big silhouette for the season ahead. Showcased in two colorways of White/Silver and Black/White, the Speedcat Ballerina featured multiple elastic straps and subtle PUMA branding.

Forza Collective's Roaring '20s Nostalgia

Forza Collective is known for its playful approach to fashion and tongue-in-cheek detailing. For FW25, Kristoffer Kongshaug's label looked to the roaring '20s for inspiration, merging its signature themes with a touch of '90s minimalism. Subtle hues were paired with hits of icy blue or bold red, with sharp silhouettes dressed up by furry accents reminiscent of the caveman era. "I fell in love with French illustrations from old magazines dated back to the '20s and '30s featuring draping and a lot of focus on a dropped waistline. They were either very strict and structured, or 360 degrees, I like the idea of bringing these to life and placing them in a more contemporary and modern setting," Kongshaug explained in the brand's press release.

Alectra Rothschild/Masculina

As always, the Alectra Rothschild/Masculina showcase is one of the biggest highlights of CPHFW. Last season, the dynamic label debuted a pretty immersive experience for SS25, inviting guests to an outdoor location to watch a masterclass in motorsports and drag performance. For FW25, the brand continued to showcase an inclusive cast of models, exploring themes of freedom, self-expression and a celebration of trans rights.

Samsøe Samsøe's "Radiant Connection" Exhibition

Samsøe Samsøe presented its new "Radiant Connection" exhibition during CPHFW, crafting a multi-sensory space for its community to come together. An exploration of the five senses, the exhibition took inspiration from the brand's FW25 collection -- centered around human connection and relationships. The brand created an immersive space complete with a light installation, curated sound design and a custom spatial fragrance -- merging notes of yuzu with chewing gum flavors for a fresh, yet sour taste.

Won Hundred's Puppy Pal

Each fashion week, runway looks are complete with unique and unusual accessories but Won Hundred took things to the next level with their showcase. During the brand's FW25 runway, a model was spotted walking with an adorable pooch in arm -- and we must admit, it's our favorite fashion week accessory yet...

Henrik Vibskov's Pre-Dinner Entertainment

Henrik Vibskov is known for his unique set design and affinity for theatre and each time, he continues to deliver the unexpected. This season's showcase was filled with entertainment, from the uncovering of musicians to the dinner party setting -- and that was all before we'd even spotted the clothes. Once they arrived though, they were equally as entertaining, fusing '70s-inspired references with Vibskov's keen attention to detail.

Baum und Pferdgarten's Heartbeats

Baum und Pferdgarten's SS25 showcase was always going to be a tough act to follow, but the brand's FW25 season did a pretty good job. While it wasn't set in an outdoor sports arena on a gloriously sunny day, this season felt a little closer to our hearts -- literally. Titled "Heartbeats," the collection was showcased amidst a range of glowing red hearts and aimed to tribute free-spirited individuality. "Heartbeats is about capturing the thrill of what makes our hearts beat, the quiet charm of the British countryside, and bold, nostalgic elements. We wanted to create a collection that feels personal and expressive, full of pieces that resonate and inspire creativity in how we dress," said the creative directors, Rikke Baumgarten and Helle Hestehave, of the collection.

Gestuz's Message of Self Love

Gestuz opened its showcase with a visual representation of self-love. As the lights dimmed, a screen appeared behind the stage which brought us into what seemed like personal correspondence between two former flames. The text opened with "I saw you brought me roses and left them at my door. Please don't. I can buy my own." Self-assured, feminine tailoring sashayed down the runway, paired with leather co-ords, glitzy evening gowns and sheer separates. The show felt like a celebration of self, with the words "I like myself better without you" flashing up on the screen at one point,

ROTATE's Oversized Furs

ROTATE's FW25 collection closed this season of CPHFW, celebrating the brand's "fictional muse." Presenting its usual glamor through elegant evening dresses, extravagant outerwear and plush textures, this season's playful silhouettes really stood out from the crowd. Oversized fur coats opened and closed the show, with structured, LOEWE-esque mini-dresses capturing our attention alongside hues of rich burgundy, bright red and "Foxy Brown." Skinny jeans also made a return to the runway via ROTATE, so we fully expect to see more and more of those in our future -- whether we want to, or not.

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