Copenhagen Fashion Week SS27: Flip Flops, Balloon Pants, and a Newborn Backstage

Copenhagen Fashion Week SS27 concluded with a focus on open-air presentations, street style, and a notable backstage moment: Opéra Sport co-founder Awa Malina Stelter gave birth the day before the runway show and held her newborn while presenting the collection. The week began on Monday with Opéra Sport's show, featuring flowing silhouettes, beige and grey tones, and floral motifs, set in an open-air garden. Founders Stelter and Stephanie Gundelach discussed how the garden inspired their collection, emphasizing a love for the outdoors and natural beauty. At Gestuz, the atmosphere was playful, with a live performance, a working photobooth, and animal prints. Turquoise and apple red dominated the palette, and balloon pants made a comeback. Street style was a defining feature, with black being the least visible color and small-scale creators welcomed. Upcoming trends include Havaianas flip-flops (specifically the latest high-heat drop), high-volume balloon pants, statement headwear, subtle animal prints, and color blocking, especially turquoise. The event was covered by Sleek Magazine with photography by Jo Hannes Klingelhöfer and Anasteisha Danger.