Denim with loose fits, bold textures and dark washes brought an edgy vibe to the Spring/Summer 2026 collections shown at Copenhagen Fashion Week.
Fine Chaos was inspired by “an underground world where rebellion, isolation, and ritual collide.” From cargo jeans and long shorts to wrap skirts and pleated skirts styled over jeans, the club-ready denim was tinted, overdyed, spliced and undone.
A “cinematic drift down a lost highway” inspired Sunflower’s collection of worn pieces. A washed denim two-piece was creased and sun-faded; a tailored black overcoat was paired with weathered jeans and a silver concho belt, which the brand described as “part cowboy, part drifter.” Distressed straight fit jeans were styled with an oversized blazer and necktie.
Heavy denim and strong silhouettes were part of Gestuz’s collection. Styles such as a gray-tinted denim trench coat, an ecru sleeveless jumpsuit with an elastic waist and a collarless jacket with rounded shoulders paid homage to vintage racing culture.
Stockholm-born Deadwood used waste materials to craft a collection “that wonders what happens after humanity flies too close to the sun and loses control of its own technology.” An ecru denim jacket and jeans with scorched and frayed hems emphasized the dystopian theme.
Despite the darker looks, there were still plenty of light and whimsical designs that the event is known for showcasing.
Inspired by “early morning light and the quiet promise of a new day,” Skall Studio showcased flowing and open silhouettes that moved with the body. Jeans were loose and wide-legged; others had a wide-stitch hem. Patch pockets and flap pockets added a utilitarian look to a jacket and jeans set.
The vivid uniforms of jockeys and the movement of the racetrack inspired Baum und Pferdgarten’s collection. The brand embraced the denim-on-denim trend with a light-wash zip-up jacket featuring a subtle peplum silhouette, paired with matching jeans. The collection also included several dark-wash pieces artfully splattered with paint for a bold, creative edge.
Newly GOTS-certified Munthe applied frayed denim floral appliques and embroideries to baggy jeans, tunic tops and chore jackets. Released hems and seams added dimension to washes. The brand also showcased a signature print developed through a plant-based dye technique, using real flowers and leaves on treated fabric. Chains and charms also swung from the sides of jeans.
Marimekko balanced indigo and ecru laser-printed denim camp shirts, shorts and skirts with pops of pinks, greens and summer blues.
