The Best Places To Shop In Copenhagen
The Best Places To Shop In Copenhagen

The Best Places To Shop In Copenhagen

The old Viking settlement of Copenhagen is filled with flagships of a different sort today. Ganni, Stine Goya and Rotate are local labels that have become leading lights of international fashion. There’s no better place to see everything they can do…
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FASHION

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Minimalist wardrobe essentials are elevated at the European flagship of this New York brand. Signatures include wide-leg trousers in twill, oversized sumo jackets and simple unisex shirts. The colour palette sticks to blacks, creams and muted tones to ensure longevity.

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Andersen-Andersen

Traditional fisherman's sweaters get a unisex update at Copenhagen's premier knitwear specialist. The chunky, pure wool jumpers in its Navy collection are knitted in a full cardigan stitch that gives them a supreme, heavy quality. Sailor cardigans are lighter and come in a narrower fit. Colours stay classic – expect to pay premium prices for pieces that will last decades.

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Caro Editions

The Copenhagen home of Caro Editions has a tree-lined courtyard where it stages shows of its statement, free-spirited collections. Inside the store, you can get up close with its unique pieces and appreciate the subtler Scandinavian touches and the quality of the fabrics that mark the brand out as one to watch.

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Ganni

Ganni’s fleet of hometown stores stock its full range of bold, playful and irreverent pieces – its signature leopard prints, gingham checks and oversized blazers are all here. The real treasure, though, might be at its Postmodern outlet in Christianshavn, where you’ll find past-season styles offered at decent discounts.

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Mfpen

A menswear label at first, Mfpen is starting to catch discerning eyes with its womenswear. Across both lines, it offers premium staples that stand out for cool details that sometimes take a moment to notice. If the needs of any men in your life are not met by Mfpen, try Another Aspect. A few doors down on Møntergade, it showcases clean and classic designs thoughtfully made in Europe and Japan.

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Stine Goya

Bold prints and saturated colours distinguish this Copenhagen designer's wonderfully feminine pieces. The brand's famous floral dresses come in silk and viscose blends, while statement coats tend to feature abstract prints. Its three stores around the city each channel an appropriately overstated aesthetic. 

Visit STINEGOYA.COM

Rotate

Party pieces with sculptural silhouettes are Rotate’s stock in trade. Whether it’s a gallery opening or an intimate dinner on the horizon, you’ll find the mesh mini or puff-sleeved midi you’ve been dreaming of here – and perhaps in one of the jewel tones that sets the brand apart from more muted Scandi peers. 

Visit ROTATEBIRGERCHRISTENSEN.COM 

Skall Studio

Since the Skall sisters launched their brand just over a decade ago, it’s become an SL favourite. Working with organic cotton, recycled wool and deadstock fabrics, they are all about throw-on but not throw-away fashion. The flagship on Store Strandstræde is also where you’ll find a collection of handmade objets curated by the sisters themselves.

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Naked

The Naked buyers have a talent for spotting the next trends before they hit mainstream stores. Sneakers are their focus, and they’re always across the most on-point styles from the likes of adidas, Asics, Mizuno and New Balance. But you’ll also find a strong selection of technical streetwear here.

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Grocery

The painstakingly edited rails of this indie boutique in Nørrebro feature a strong selection of local brands. The likes of Our Legacy and Mfpen hold their own in exalted international company – you can also get to know the lovely accessories of Japan’s Hender Scheme or the one-of-a-kind designs of Brighton’s Story Mfg.

Visit GROCERYCOPENHAGEN.COM

Norse Store

Norse Projects has become globally known as a pioneer of new Scandi minimalism, but before the label there was the shop. Everything started in the early 2000s with the Norse Store, a multi-brand boutique in Copenhagen. The Norse Store still endures within the Norse Projects shops on Kronprinsengade and Værnedamsvej.

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Mr Larkin

Mr Larkin has two outposts around the world, and they’re in an unusual combination of places: Copenhagen and Austin. The woman behind them both is Casey Larkin Blond, a Texan designer who curates a rotation of pieces that embody her own sense of playful refinement. Labels to look for at her boutique on cool Værnedamsvej include Rachel Comey, Jesse Kamm and Sunflower.

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Goods

Whether or not you like to borrow from the boys, it’s worth dropping into this menswear store in Østerbro. It’s a beautifully furnished space offering an unhurried shopping experience and a chance to recon in-the-know favourites like Auralee, De Bonne Facture and L.E.J as well as local brands such as luggage maker Mismo, fragrance house Stora Skuggan and merino-wool specialist Andersen-Andersen.

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Paloma

Wearable designer finds from the 1970s onwards are the mainstays at this vintage boutique run by discerning owner Ferial Berri. The selection changes weekly but the quality remains consistently high – you might find Celine bags, 80s Saint Laurent jackets or some 90s Helmut Lang.

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Jerome

With its bright, empty walls and brushed concrete floor, Jerome could pass for a high-end boutique – it even has its own Jerome Studio label. The vintage selection is similarly aspirational. Expect to find classic pieces from Hermès, Armani, Lagerfeld and more. 

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Time's Up

Owner Jesper Richardy’s immaculate curation has attracted A-listers into her Krystalgade store. Designer pieces span 70s YSL to 90s Comme Des Garçons, with bags and costume jewellery among the vintage dresses.

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Prag

Vintage footwear takes centre stage at Prag. Among the many pieces restored to excellent condition, you might get lucky and snag something Italian-made from Prada, Bally or Gucci. 

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Bintagged

The Spanish founders of Bintagged concentrate their searches on the star designers of the 1990s and 2000s – think nylon Prada bags and early Raf Simons. Recent consignments have featured classic Miu Miu, noughties Hussein Chalayan and peak Armani pieces.

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JEWELLERY

Elhanati

From thin chain necklaces to sculptural ear cuffs and rings that stack beautifully, delicate gold jewellery forms the heart of Elhanati’s collections. Inspired by the Middle Eastern heritage of the brand’s founder, pieces are handcrafted in Denmark, using ethically sourced diamonds. 

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Lié Studio

Lié is a Copenhagen jewellery brand with a distinctively Scandinavian aesthetic. At its store in the centre of town, it showcases drop earrings and chunky-chic chain necklaces that exude the classic principles of Danish design, alongside some appealing leather accessories.

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Marlene Juhl Jorgensen

Working primarily with high-carat gold, platinum and silver, Marlene Juhl Jørgensen creates pieces that can feel like wearable sculptures. Everything is handmade in her Copenhagen studio, with recent standouts including intricate hoop earrings, oval signet rings and swirling necklaces.

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LIFESTYLE

HAY

The Danish design powerhouse stocks everything from office tools to furniture. Expect colourful storage solutions, minimalist desk accessories and the famous Mags sofa system. Its LED lighting collection deserves a look too.

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Illum

This elegant multi-floor department store curates the best of Danish and international design. The ground floor features cosmetics and accessories, while upper floors house fashion, homeware, and furniture. Look for exclusive collaborations with Danish designers and limited-edition pieces, and when you’re done there’s always the rooftop restaurant.

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Hvornum

Mid-century pieces from Danish designers like Finn Juhl, Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen fill this treasure trove. The selection changes frequently as items sell quickly to collectors but among the investment furniture you might discover some affordable vintage glassware or similar.

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Beau Marché

Four Danish siblings with French parents have created a little piece of France in Copenhagen. At their interior design shop and café on Ny Østergade, much of the stock comes from French flea markets – think vintage champagne crates, industrial lamps, and ceramics from historic French factories. Tucked behind the shop is Café à Vins, where you can enjoy a croque monsieur or a glass of Provençal rosé after browsing.

Visit BEAUMARCHE.DK

Louise Roe Gallery

Danish designer Louise Roe's flagship is a glorious showcase for her sculptural vases, ceramic tableware, oak furniture, and lighting inspired by Bauhaus and brutalist aesthetics. You might also find Michael Anastassiades lighting and coffee-table books from New Mags, as well as an appealing café.

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Retrograd

The retro-modern pieces at this mid-century specialist run the gamut from kitsch to chic. The lighting collection always impresses, featuring both original vintage pieces and authorised reproductions. 

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