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Today kicks off Copenhagen Fashion Week where Scandinavian fashion designers meet to showcase their Spring/Summer 2012 collections. While we're not physically attending, that doesn't mean we can't appreciate the Danish brands that we're stoked on. From Norse Projects to Wood Wood, check out our 5 Danish Brands You Need to Know and stay up on the Scandinavian steez.
mismo
Mismo
FOUNDERS: Adam Bach and Rikke Overgaard
SINCE: 2006
WHY WE CO-SIGN: Known for making solid leather goods and accessories, Mismo bridges the gap between functional and minimal design. Since 2006, Mismo has been using natural materials with simple craftsmanship while blending in a luxe aesthetic. Be prepared to stack 'em chips because the canvas, full grain, seasonal style run for $400-500. The Artisan collection is fairly new which consists of belts and keyhangers. Another exciting brand out of Copenhagen with refined sophistication.
norse
Norse Projects
SINCE: 2002
FOUNDERS: Tobia Sloth, Anton Juul, and Mikkel Groennebaek
WHY WE CO-SIGN: Evolving from graphic T-Shirts and 5-panel hats, Norse Projects masters the minimal and functional basics that you can casually rock. The Fall/Winter 2011 collection draws inspiration from "low lights and crisp winds of the northern winter," testing the functionality of the new products in the rough and cold Danish cliffs of Møn in its lookbook.
soulland
Soulland
HEAD DESIGNER: Silas Adler
SINCE: 2002
WHY WE CO-SIGN: First specializing in printed T-Shirts, Soulland has grown into a recognizable menswear label with a deep rooted Scandinavian craftsmanship. Their signature Adler Fedora that combines the classic fedora with baseball bill returns for Spring/Summer. Soulland's bright hues and patterns is a refreshing take on the menswear world.
won hundred
won hundred
SINCE: 2008
FOUNDER: Nikolaj Nielsen
WHY WE CO-SIGN: Dressy meets sportswear, won hundred utilizes classic jersey materials combined with minimalistic tailoring for its Spring/Summer 2012 collection. Inspired by active gear and freedom of movement this season, won hundred is a consistent triumph of form and function. Check out what's in currently in stock at Revolve Clothing.
wood wood
Wood Wood
FOUNDERS: Brian SS Jensen and Karl-Oskar Olsen
SINCE: 2002
WHY WE CO-SIGN: Wood Wood is known for its vivid prints mixed with basic silhouettes, resulting in an avant-garde meets Northern European style. Its SoCal-inspired Spring/Summer 2012 collection channels the streets of Los Angeles and smoking peyote in the desert via the colors, prints, cuts, and fabrics referencing hippies, collegiate lifestyle, and Native Americans.
