Get the Copenhagen Look
After studying abroad in Copenhagen for a semester, it became clear that the locals know how to style the perfect outfit. Despite having to commute by bike across the city, they still manage to look classy and presentable while they pedal down the cobblestone streets of the beautiful, historic city. With the minimalist and neutral Scandinavian style seen in Copenhagen, you can adopt the Copenhagen look with the help of these clothing pieces and accessories to prepare for the ultimate transition into spring.
Classic Cropped Button Down
Take the classic button down, but make it cropped. It is not only the perfect item for those days when you can’t find anything to wear, but it will also allow you to easily mimic the common outfits seen in Copenhagen. Since low rise jeans are taking over the city, this is the perfect shirt to pair with them. Adding one of these shirts to your wardrobe will make you look chic while putting the least amount of time and effort into arranging an outfit.
2. Low Rise Baggy Jeans
Low-rise jeans were kicked out of the fashion game for a while due to its competitor, high rise jeans. Despite this, low rise jeans have definitely made a comeback. Pair some low rise jeans with a button down shirt that is either cropped, tucked in or loosely tied in the front, and you have yourself getting closer to achieving that Copenhagen look.
3. Puffy Mule Heeled Sandal
It can be sometimes intimidating to pair heels with jeans, but we have you covered. These heeled sandals are the perfect way to add a pop of color without going over the top. In Copenhagen, it was common to see girls on the streets wearing their baggy jeans with either Havana flip flops or a pair of bright-colored heeled sandals. With just a new pair of shoes or maybe ones you already have in your closet, you can take a simple outfit and turn it into the perfect Scandinavian look.
4. Beaded Shoulder Bag
A shoulder bag is essential to fit in with the style trends of Copenhagen, but you can bring it to the next level with a beaded one. In Copenhagen, girls kept their bags small and simple. Some wore simple black shoulder bags, while others strutted with floral beaded bags. It is essential that you get your hands on a pastel-colored bag to compliment a clean and simple outfit as you enter the spring.
5. Don’t Forget the Pearls
Since Copenhagen is a city surrounded by water, pearls are a hot topic. The look would not be complete without an added pair of pearl earrings or a necklace. It is commonly seen in Copenhagen to not just wear one pearl necklace, but to stack multiple chunky and smaller necklaces and chokers with different size pearls and colorful beads. As for the earrings, you should aim for petite and delicate earrings that you can stack if you have multiple piercings. This will give the ability to line your ear with drop and stud earrings that are popular in Copenhagen. If you only have one or two piercings and are the type to go big or go home, opt for large gold earrings.
6. The Simple Black Sunglasses
Sunglasses are a common and functional accessory to any outfit, but in Copenhagen it is common to see small, framed black sunglasses that have squared or rounded rims. The hype around these sunglasses is that they can make any ordinary outfit feel expensive without indulging in Prada or Celine sunglasses. Once you buy a pair, you will feel just like the models that walk the runway during Copenhagen Fashion Week.
7. Rhinestone Claw Clip
If your hair is not in a claw clip in Copenhagen, you are doing something wrong. Claw clips have become such a hot commodity in the city that you can find a clip in multiple colors, designs and shapes. The Copenhagen-based jewelry and accessory brand, Maansten, has the most unique and precisely made claw clips that will leave you putting your hair up even when it’s not a bad hair day.
Simplicity and reworking what you already have in your closet are the keys to achieving this European look. Changing up your style does not mean you have to ditch everything in your closet. Instead, focus on taking classic pieces in your wardrobe and maybe adding a couple new clothing items and accessories to your closet. You will enter spring feeling like you spent a year abroad roaming the streets of Copenhagen.