CIFF Media

CIFF Media introduces Short Talks - a podcast format designed to keep you up to date on what some of the most exciting brands are working on right now. From fresh ideas and new initiatives to company developments, collaborations, and industry insights. Short, relevant, and straight to the point.

In this episode, we caught up with Nikolaj Hansson, founder of Palmes – a Copenhagen-based apparel brand rooted in tennis culture and designed to be worn both on and off the court.

The conversation explores the opening of the brand's new flagship store in Copenhagen, its growing presence within the tennis world through exciting collaborations, the introduction of more accessible price points, and their ambition to build a broader cultural community around the sport.

Find Palmes at CIFF 67 this august and discover their latest collection.

In anticipation of the opening of Malmö Designer Village in May 2027, CIFF’s Director Sofie Dolva welcomed Antoine Frey, Chairman and CEO of Frey Group, to the CIFF Media Studio to discuss the vision behind this exciting new retail destination, and what both guests and brands can expect from it.

Set to become Scandinavia’s largest premium outlet, Malmö Designer Village will span 26,000 sqm, bringing together premium brands alongside curated guest experiences. With a strong cross-border appeal, it will serve visitors from both Malmö and Copenhagen.

With CIFF Nordic Signatures just around the corner, Julian Daynov sat down with Roger Dupé, founder of Melyon, and Mattias Stafsing, Co-Founder of Lernberger Stafsing – both set to showcase their brands at the 10 Corso Como showroom next week.

Following their participation in the 10 Corso Como showcase in the last edition of CIFF, they reflect on their experiences and the impact of showcasing alongside like-minded brands and engaging with a global audience.

Tune in to the episode to hear their stories on building brands from the ground up, and the journey of expanding Scandinavian brands into markets around the world.

Sofie Dolva and Julian Daynov sat down to discuss the season ahead and the many developments shaping the future of CIFF. Beyond the identity and experience awaiting guests in Copenhagen, this season marks a significant milestone in CIFF’s ongoing transformation from a traditional trade fair into a year-round platform serving and supporting the global fashion industry.

From 3 - 5 August in Copenhagen, CIFF 67 will bring together leading Scandinavian and international brands, including 66°North, Oakley, Rains, Eytys, Libertine-Libertine, Vans, Merrell, and the return of G-Star, accompanied by a dedicated denim-focused area.

The curated line-up also features names such as OperaSPORT, MKDT Studio, Cmmn Swdn, Adnym Atelier, and Envelope1976, alongside major brand houses and agencies including DK Company, Bestseller, Soya Group, Sports Group, Vernon Sport, Blender Agency, Sjöklint Agenturer, and 360 Group.

Ahead of CIFF 67, the platform continues to strengthen its international presence through a Paris showroom (23 - 28 June), CIFF Nordic Signatures at 10 Corso Como in Milan (19 - 21 June), and a series of satellite pop-ups across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Poland. Together, these initiatives deepen local relationships, expand CIFF’s global reach, and reflect a clear ambition: to meet the industry where it already operates - not only where it gathers.

Launched in 2024, Bonnetje quickly became one of the brands to watch after presenting a small showcase during Copenhagen Fashion Week. Since then, the brand’s growth has been remarkable: joining the CPHFW NewTalent programme, becoming part of CIFF Village, presenting three shows on the official fashion week calendar, and most recently being nominated for the Wessel & Vett Fashion Prize.

With so much momentum in such a short time, we can’t wait to see what they do next.

In the latest CIFF Media episode, we sat down with Troels Rasmussen, CCO at TRIMIT and Per Brix, Account Manager at TRIMIT, alongside Lars Ørnfeldt, CEO of Co’couture. As one of Denmark’s growing fashion brands, Co’couture has established a strong identity through its blend of Scandinavian minimalism and elegant Parisian influences. With continued growth comes increasing complexity, and a need for better tools and smarter workflows. Through the conversation, TRIMIT shares how specialized systems can support fashion brands in managing that complexity and create more connected and efficient ways of working across the business.

Earlier this spring, Kate Cervini sat down in the CIFF Media Studio with Isak Larsen from NEUW Denim  – the Swedish-Australian denim brand founded in 2009 by three friends, known for its craftsmanship and modern design.  Together, they talk about the interesting history behind the name NEUW, how the brand came to be, and the new direction and ambitions shaping the next chapter for the brand.

Since launching in 2018, ROTATE Birger Christensen has made a big impact with its bold designs, distinct attitude, and redefined interpretation of Scandinavian glamour. Together with tech partners like Delogue – a digital platform built to streamline product development and enable better communication – the brand continues to evolve in all directions. In this week’s episode of CIFF Media, we dive into how the right tech partnerships can push growth and support modern fashion brands behind the scenes, together with Anja Padget, Chief Marketing Officer at Delogue and Jenny Hanna Helgason, Director of Buying, Production & Fitting at Rotate.

Since launching in 2018, ROTATE Birger Christensen has made a big impact with its bold designs, distinct attitude, and redefined interpretation of Scandinavian glamour. Together with tech partners like Delogue – a digital platform built to streamline product development and enable better communication – the brand continues to evolve in all directions.

In this week’s episode of CIFF Media, we dive into how the right tech partnerships can push growth and support modern fashion brands behind the scenes, together with Anja Padget, Chief Marketing Officer at Delogue and Jenny Hanna Helgason, Director of Buying, Production & Fitting at Rotate.

For this episode of CIFF Media, Lewis Bloyce sits down with Anthon Louis – Creative Director and Co-founder of Bareen – for a conversation on building culture through brand, navigating growth, and staying true to your identity along the way.

From four friends searching for the perfect T-shirt to landing an investment on Denmark’s hit show Lion’s Den, Bareen has grown into one of Denmark’s most community-driven brands.