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Skechers opens inaugural flagship store in Copenhagen

On the back of strong growth in the Nordics, US footwear specialist Skechers is doubling down on its presence in the Danish market with the opening of its first flagship store in Copenhagen. Located in Amagertorv, the 700 square metre space provides an extensive offering of Skechers goods, including products worn by leading athletes and...

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More Europe for Inditex: Pull&Bear lands in Denmark

Madrid – Inditex continues to advance its growth strategies for 2026. In line with its plans, the company has just opened the first Pull&Bear store in Denmark. This inauguration helps the group consolidate and expand its presence in Europe. It also demonstrates its continued confidence in its youth fashion brand, despite the low performance...

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“Setback by 50 years” - European fashion industry reacts to impending “Greenland tariffs”

As if the European fashion industry did not have enough on its plate already in view of rapid geopolitical shifts, impending regulation and environmental unpredictability, US president Donald Trump added to its woes this weekend: Eight countries supporting Greenland’s sovereignty - Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway,...

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European fashion braces for Trump's tariff threat over Greenland

The European fashion industry faces fresh uncertainty as President Donald Trump announced weekend tariffs against eight countries. including major fashion exporters the UK, France, and Germany, as leverage to acquire Greenland from Denmark. The tariffs, set to begin February 1st at 10 percent and rise to 25 percent by June, come as the sector...

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Alohas's triple offensive: Enhanced customer experience, greater diversification, and a larger international footprint

Spanish brand Alohas continues its journey to becoming a global brand, accelerating its efforts to coincide with the start of the Christmas 2025 season. Alejandro Porras' company has made new advances across the three strategic pillars that support its growth strategy: customer experience, product, and international footprint. Founded in 2015 as...

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Between resilience and creativity: A ‘Walk in the Park’ with CIFF director Sofie Dolva

With the theme "Walk in the Park," the 65th edition of Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF) sends a conscious signal that the industry can "adapt and evolve even in difficult times," explains Sofie Dolva. For the director, a focus on more mindful and timeless fashion takes center stage. Around 1,200 exhibitors and 18,300 visitors...

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Veja expands to Denmark with new Copenhagen store

French trainer brand Veja has announced the opening of its first store in Denmark. The new shop, located in the Danish capital, Copenhagen, marks the brand's entry into the market following several years of significant growth within the Scandinavian region. The new retail space is situated at Pilestæde 40B, a street known for its quieter...

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Danish clothing industry increases exports

Danish clothing suppliers were able to achieve a small increase in exports in 2024. This is according to the latest figures published by the industry association Dansk Mode & Textil (DM&T) on Monday at the start of Copenhagen Fashion Week. According to the figures, the industry's export turnover amounted to 40.9 billion Danish kroner (4.6...

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Totême opens first store in Denmark

Totême has opened the doors of its first store in Denmark. The first images of the new store, located in the historic Egmont building in Copenhagen on Vognmagergade, were revealed on the womenswear brand's Instagram account. Totême, founded in 2014 by Swedish couple Elin Kling and Karl Lindman, is known for its understated luxury look. Over the...

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A year of firsts: How Lié Studio is growing its ‘essentials’ concept

Scandinavian brands have garnered global acclaim for their thoughtful, minimalist approach to fashion and design. It is the same mindset that has been woven into the fibres of accessory brand Lié Studio, an emerging label from Denmark, a country in which it has begun to establish a more prominent physical presence. Such an expansion naturally...

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Denmark wants to ban PFAS in clothing and shoes

As part of a new action plan on the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the Danish government has proposed to introduce a national ban on PFAS in clothing, footwear and sealants, as these are one of the largest sources of PFAS in the local environment. Notably, PFAS in workwear and safety clothing should not be affected by the...

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How Denmark wants to become a circular frontrunner

A group of Denmark’s largest players have come together for a project called ReSuit: Recycling Technologies and Sustainable Textile Product Design. Its aim is to redraw the boundaries for fashion design, recycling technologies and consumer behaviour to achieve a more sustainable textile industry and the recycling of all textile waste in Denmark....