How to wear clothes right: Scandi-ly clad

'Don't let fashion own you... express yourself through what you wear.' That was Gianni Versace decades ago. Clearly, Scandinavians heard the Italian designer loud and clear because Scandi hi-fashion is now the vibe. Starting tomorrow, the 5-day Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) is where all the cool kids - and those pretending to be cool kids - will be flaunting it. Five years ago, Scandi fashion was a predictable playlist: bright colours, gingham, puffed sleeves - basically, picnic chic with a dash of ABBA. But fast forward to today, and it's a free-for-all. There's no one look that thankfully screams 'Nordic naff' any more. Today's Scandinavian threads are like a buffet where everything's delicious, and no one judges you for piling your plate high.

At CPHFW 2025, expect stylish layers, bold colours, playful shapes and prints galore. The best part? You don't need a trust fund or a juice cleanse to pull it off. Scandi fashion is for people who love clothes, but hate being bossed around by them. Comfort meets confidence here, a rebellious shrug to outdated fashion rules, and Vogue vagaries. Whether you're layering for the Dilli or Danish weather or tossing on something that makes you happy, CPHFW's got your back. Fashion that fits everyone? Now, that's 'ought couture'. Or, as the Scandis may say - layer on the great, skip the stress dress.