If you probe below the surface of any concrete or cobblestone city, you find something that makes it innately unique. For some global capitals, the defining feature is the cultural traditions, architectural gems, extensive history, and local cuisine. But for some, the creative communities put it on the map—or at least that’s what I deduced after spending a week in the chilly and ultra-chic capital of Denmark, Copenhagen.
While this Danish country has all of the aforementioned things, the one thing that truly sets it apart is its fashion scene. Most may equate the idea of a “fashion capital” with some of the more apparent destinations (i.e., Paris and New York), but that’s far from the truth. Many cities, including Copenhagen, have carved out their place in the industry. The city’s budding fashion scene can be recognized for a few things, like the incredible crop of designers doing the work. But there’s also another force at play here, and it’s Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (or CIFF for short).
