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CIFF Media is the official podcast of Copenhagen International Fashion Fair, broadcasting conversations with industry leaders, brands, and creative voices, while also keeping you updated on current trends and developments in the industry. The podcast also features collaborations with Fashion Forum, Eurowoman, Euroman, and DM&T, as well as our international host Julian Daynov, who sits down with inspiring voices across the world. Each episode is available in video format mixing the interview with imagery that brings the conversation to life.
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DAY ET is a Copenhagen-based brand founded in 2018, known for its functional, high-quality designs that elevate everyday life on the move. Rooted in Scandinavian simplicity, the brand combines clean aesthetics with a playful approach across bags, travel accessories, and more.Ahead of CIFF next week, DAY ET CEO Tine Raahauge joined CIFF Director Sofie Dolva in the studio for a conversation about the brand’s next chapter, as DAY ET presents its first collection following a recent rebranding. Staying true to its functional DNA, the new brand platform introduces Unexpected Moments – a concept inspired by strong women, expressive colors, and surprising combinations.At CIFF, DAY ET showcases Unexpected Moments, a collection where functionality meets the unexpected, reflecting a modern, on-the-go lifestyle – from daily commutes to travel and city life.
This season, the Danish brand Proem Parades makes its debut at CIFF. Ahead of the show, we had the pleasure of welcoming founders Lærke and Stine to the CIFF Media studio for a conversation with CIFF Director Sofie Dolva. The brand’s mission is to maintain a strong and continuous design expression, creating pieces that can be styled, loved, and remain relevant year after year – even long after they are purchased. By offering customers the opportunity to pre-order garments tailored to their exact needs, Proem Parades emphasizes its commitment to producing only what is truly desired. In 2022, the brand became the first Danish fashion label to receive B Corp certification.
Once again, Copenhagen Fashion Week and CIFF join forces to support the new Scandinavian design talents through CPHFW’s New Talent program by having the brands Anne Sofie Madsen, Bonnetje, Stem, Sson, Studio Constance, and Taus showcased in the New Talent area at CIFF. In the latest episode of Fashion Forum x CIFF Media, Carla Christine Strube Aagaard is guested by CPHFW CEO Cecilie Thorsmark and Stem Founder Sarah Brunnhuber – giving their insides on how and why it is essential to support the new talents and what it means to be one of them.
Meet Trice Angie, Founder of RAAW Alchemy, and Julie Herskin, Co-Founder of Sitre — two Danish beauty brands that have revolutionized the beauty industry, both born out of personal need.Sitre grew from a desire for a more honest, inclusive, and caring approach to intimacy, while RAAW Alchemy was created from the need to never compromise on naturalingredients or results. We are happyto welcome both brands back to the CIFF floor from 27–29 January.
In today’s CIFF Media episode, Julian Daynov sits down with Carsten Holm, Founder of the Danish shoe brand WODEN. WODEN is a Scandinavian brand that stands for Works of Denmark with a focus on Scandinavian design values, natural quality materials and great value for money. Since its founding in 2013, the brand has been returning to CIFF, where it has found a strong alignment of values. Shared values have also guided WODEN’s choice of ambassador, selecting Danish model Josephine Skriver as the face of the brand.
Ahead of Copenhagen Fashion Week in January, we invited Anne Lose, Editor-in-Chief at Eurowoman, and Uffe Buchard, Founder and Creative Director at Darling Creative Studio, for a sit-down with CIFF Director Sofie Dolva. Reflecting on the colours, runways, surprises, and special events of the past season, they share their thoughts on what to expect for the upcoming this January – including the CIFF x 10 Corso Como collaboration and a closer look into the idea behind CIFF Super and how it will unfold in the halls of Bella Center, or in Uffe’s own words: “the Danish answer to the Centre Pompidou.”
What is the future of beauty retail? That’s the question Kate Cervini explores in today’s CIFF Media episode with guests Nicola Ladstätter, Buying Manager at Niche Beauty – the Germany-based retailer specializing in curated, high-end beauty brands from around the world – and Steven Wildenberg, Founder of Golden Meteors – an independent brand offering design-driven beauty and lifestyle products with a strong focus on storytelling and innovation.Get their insights on how social media, evolving consumer values, and storytelling are shaping the way beauty brands position themselves, how retailers curate, and how customers decide what to buy.
This year marks 15 years of Voo Store, one of Berlin’s most influential retail destinations. In this episode of OFF THE RACK Julian Daynov dives into the story behind the concept store that has reshaped how retail can look, feel, and function. Founder Yasin Müjdeci reflects on the store’s evolution from a hidden neighborhood space to an international benchmark, and shares how brands, clients, expectations, and retail culture have changed over the past 15 years.
Creative talent can be a driving force, but the path from vision to a stable livelihood requires more than just good ideas. That’s exactly what we discuss with Ane Lynge Jorlén, CEO of Alpha, and Mie Ejdrup Stokholm, CEO of Cecilie Bahnsen, in today’s episode of CIFF Media x Fashion Forum. Two CEOs with unique perspectives on developing and scaling creative talent. At ALPHA, Ane and her team nurture new talent in its early stages, while Mie leads a brand that has grown out of exceptional creative talent.
In this episode, Julian Daynov sits down with CIFF Director Sofie Dolva, who shares the first insights into what to expect from the upcoming CIFF edition in January – from the season’s theme to an exciting lineup of new brands and partnerships. Highlights include Forza Collective, 10 Corso Como, a new Tech collaboration, and Vernon Sport, presenting their new collaboration with the Danish shoe brand Kawasaki – along with many other new and returning heroes.
In this episode, Julian Daynov sits down with Kristoffer Guldager Kongshaug, Founder and Creative Director of Forza Collective – the Danish luxury brand known for its strong design language and signature details. This season, Forza Collective makes its debut at CIFF, presenting both in the elevated showroom space and on the runway.
In this episode, Julian Daynov sits down with Waseem Ahmad, Creative Director of Sales at Vernon Sport – one of the returning heroes each season here at CIFF. The list of Vernon Sport collaborations is long, and this season they’re back with yet another exciting project, building on their love for heritage brands: a partnership with the iconic Danish shoe brand Kawasaki.
In this episode of Fashion Forum x CIFF Media, we dive into the world of fashion investments and what it takes to spot a brand’s true potential. Host Carla Christine Aagaard-Strube is joined by Christoffer Martinsen-Kønigsfeldt – part of the family-owned company Friheden Invest, CEO of Tiger of Sweden, Chairman of the Board at By Malene Birger, and Board Member at ARKK Copenhagen.With years of experience working across both emerging and established brands, Christoffer shares what makes him invest in a company, how to strike the right balance between creativity and finance, and his thoughts on where Danish and Scandinavian fashion is headed next.
In this episode, we are joined by Benjamin Lega, Creative Director at Nikben, and Gonzalo Catalán, Founder and CEO at Pica Pica – two Swedish brands that make you forget everything about minimalism and the clean, straight lines Scandinavian design is known for. Nikben is edgy and fun, merging resort and streetwear with a hint of western, while Pica Pica blends Swedish control and structure with Mediterranean chaos – all wrapped in a sun-kissed, colorful vibe. That same energy they brought to CIFF in August – Nikben had frozen margaritas and a tattoo artist, while Pica Pica stood out with their vibrant, eye-catching setup in the Centre Hall.
How can Scandinavian brands enter the US market? This is what we explore in the latest CIFF Media episode, where Kate is joined by Chris Corrado, Founder of Plus Plus Agency, Jian DeLeon, Head of Men’s Fashion at Nordstrom, and Eric Asence, Buyer for Saks Fifth Avenue. All based in New York and with years of experience in the American fashion industry – both from a retail and sales perspective. Forget all about chasing a trend – stay consistent in your brand aesthetic and messaging, create real human relations to all stakeholders, and build on your brand awareness through strong, authentic brand activations – both offline and online. Like NN.07 getting their Gael jacket on Jeremy Allen White in The Bear, Palmes creating an authentic tennis community on social media or having a strong showroom setup like Séfr. Just like it is crucial to remember that a LA or New York customer is not a microcosm for the rest of the US.
In today’s episode we are joined by VOCAST Co-Founder Jens Hamborg Koefoed. VOCAST started as a response to the emergence of social media, which transformed the medialandscape. Suddenly, everyone had direct access to a global community – a new condition which created a demand for content being unique and authentic, as everyone could reach everyone at no coast. It was no longer money that drove brands recognition and growth – the new valuta was the uniqueness of content and the power of core storytelling. Today the two Founders Jens and Henrik Steen Madsen count brands from 11 countries using VOCAST to convey their stories in images, videos and words to a global audience by giving them access to brand content and digital showrooms. Clients include fashion brands like Rotate, By Malene Birger, Samsøe Samsøe, Mads Nørgaard, Holzweiler, Aiayu, Filippa K, Rodebjer, Chimi, Dea Kudibal, Ganni, House of Dagmar, and hundred others on the global market.
In today’s episode we are joined by Tamaris’ Sales Director, Felix Schmalenberger, and Country Manager, Claus Egesborg, who is also a long-time resident in CIFF Village. Tamaris is the market leader for fashionable women’s shoes across Europe, offering affordable fashion for women – right now on the way to develop as a lifestyle brand. For a few years now Tamaris has had a showroom in CIFF Village, open for all buyers to drop in and see the collections all year round – this space functions as Tamaris’ fashion hotspot in the Nordics. The showroom is also where Country Manager, Claus Egesborg, has his daily office. Being a part of a community is a big plus when you work as an agent, as he gets that communal feeling from the other brands who are there each day.
On day two of CIFF, Fashion Consultant Nick Wooster and Brand Consultant Josh Peskowitz joined Kate Cervini in the CIFF Media studio for a debrief of SS26 from a menswear perspective. Besides reaffirming Nick Wooster's status as a super man, they question if trends can even exist in 2025 or if doing something that actual matters is the only way to go? And if so, who are the ones that will benefit from this? Among their menswear highlights at CIFF in August, were Applied Art Forms, Molebo, Berner Kühl and Adnym – not to forget Nikben who gave Nick Wooster an everlasting highlight.
A record number of buyers at CIFF and a packed show calendar for Copenhagen Fashion Week SS26 – that was what unfolded at the August fashion week in Copenhagen. But what does it take to make it all happen, and what expectations does it create for the industry? Today, we discuss this with Sofie Dolva, Director of CIFF, and Cecilie Thorsmark, CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week.
INSIGHTS is a new collaboration between CIFF Media and DM&T, bringing you the latest industry news and market developments. Every other month, CIFF’s CEO Sofie Dolva sits down with a representative from DM&T to share key tendencies, data, and perspectives on the fashion industry – in a format tailored to a creative audience.In the first episode, host Sine Gerstenberg hosts a conversation between Sofie Dolva and Simon Hansen, Head of Communications at DM&T. Together, they discuss the current state of the Danish fashion industry – one facing pressure and competition, but also showing strong signs of resilience and optimism.
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