CIFF Media

How is technology changing the way we experience, manage and think about fashion retail? In this episode of CIFF Media, recorded during CIFF67 in August, we sit down with Advarics to discuss the evolving relationship between fashion, technology and the business behind the industry. As the retail landscape continues to change, digital solutions are becoming an increasingly important part of how bra...

From hand-painted watercolor prints to intricate hand embroidery, Sigal and Oceanus are putting their own spin on the swim- and resortwear category. In this CIFF Media episode, Clara Svane sits down with founders Sigal Cohen from SIGAL, and Hannah Attala from Oceanus, to talk about the ideas, craftsmanship and creative journeys behind their brands – from their signature designs to major milestones...

Coming all the way from New York, Colbo Co-founder and Head Buyer Eldar Hadad sat down with Kate Cervini from CIFF in the CIFF Media Studio during CIFF in August to tell us about the space they have created in New York’s Lower East Side. Shaped by the energy, diversity, and creativity of New York City, Colbo has redefined what an independent fashion store can be. From emerging designers and carefu...

Celebrating 100 years of 66°North. With the big anniversary, the opening of their new flagship store on Store Regnegade and their first-ever appearance at CIFF, there was plenty to talk about. We caught up with General Manager Josefine Laigaard in the CIFF Media Studio to hear more. Together with host Clara Svane, they dive into the brands century long heritage, its Icelandic roots and what's...

Berlin Fashion Week has changed significantly over the past four years – evolving into a platform that is increasingly confident in defining its own identity.  In this episode of CIFF Media, Lewis Bloyce speaks with Scott Lipinski, CEO of Fashion Council Germany, about the evolution of Berlin Fashion week and the journey towards building a fashion scene that feels distinctly Berlin. Together they...

From Miami to Copenhagen – PARAISO Miami Swim Week Creative Director and Founder Natalija Stojanovic sat down with Clara Svane in the CIFF Media Studio during CIFF in August to tell us everything about the world of Miami Swim Week. From celebrity moments, like Pamela Anderson walking the runway, and influencers on the catwalk to the brands making an impact this season, they discuss what draws audi...

For more than a decade, Ivy Oak has been building its world from Berlin. Julian Daynov sat down with founder and Creative Director Caroline Gentz to talk about the philosophy behind the brand – and the idea of creating clothes for women, rather than designing for just one type of woman. From the perfect white T-shirt, blazer and trench coat to bridal and occasion wear, Caroline’s approach is roote...

Liv Winther and Bea Fagerholt, founders of skincare brand Honey, joined Julian Daynov in the CIFF Media Studio for a conversation about building a fragrance-free, triple-certified skincare brand - from their decision to launch Honey to creating a strong and engaged community around it. Drawing on their backgrounds in fashion and beauty, they also shared their journey into international markets, in...

Behind every great retail experience is a visual storyline. In this episode of CIFF Media, host Julian Daynov sits down with Marco Ouwerkerk, owner of Hans Boodt Mannequins, to explore the art and business of visual merchandising — from some of their most inspiring partnerships and collections to the secret behind creating the perfect mannequin. From its beginnings in 2002 to the ever-changing wor...

Editor-in-Chief Carla Christine Bruus Aagaard-Strube sits down with Mike Bjørnbak, Buyer at Magasin du Nord, Thor Palmhøj, Marketing Director at Magasin du Nord, and Chung Wai Cheung, Founder and CEO of Woodbird, to explore the power of outdoor campaigns – and what makes them work. Bringing together three different perspectives – buyer, marketing, and brand – the conversation looks at how outdoor...

The 67th edition of CIFF marked Cueva's first appearance on the CIFF floor, making it the perfect moment to welcome founder Justin Felizzari to the CIFF Media Studio to learn more about the history and vision behind Cueva. Together with host Lewis Bloyce, they talk about the key differences and similarities between the New York and Copenhagen fashion scene, explore what makes a truly memorable...

Clara Svane, founder and CEO of Swan Scouting and CIFF Media host, invited two of the coolest models, Niki Pourahmed and Ulrikke Skotte, into the studio for an honest conversation about life in front of the camera – and everything that happens behind it. From fashion weeks, castings and navigating different markets to social media, rejection, preparing for a job and the realities of being a model...

Weaving Futures  is an initiative by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) in collaboration with CIFF, bringing Italian and Nordic fashion perspectives into conversation. In today’s episode, Fashion Historian and Consultant Matteo Augello sits down with Anne-Mari Pahkala, Fashion Designer and Founder of Anmai, alongside Simon Hjelte and Rodrigo Gutierrez Benavente, Co-Founders of NOMS. Together, they exp...

During CIFF 67, Julian Daynov sat down with Bitte Kai Rand’s Heads of Design, Anemone Skjoldager and Lise Juul Rasmussen, for a conversation about heritage, evolution, and the future of Scandinavian design.  With a strong design legacy at its core, Bitte Kai Rand continues to evolve – connecting its distinctive aesthetic with a new generation of women while staying true to what has made the brand...

In our latest CIFF Media episode, Julian Daynov sits down with Evelyne Durhuus Daugberg, Buying Director at Boozt, to explore how e-commerce has transformed the way we shop, discover, and engage with fashion. From Boozt’s evolution into a digital department store serving the Nordic region, to the changing role of brands, communities and consumer behavior, the conversation explores what it takes to...

Just before CIFF 67, we welcomed Matas Group into the CIFF Media studio for a conversation between CIFF Director Sofie Dolva and Alice Wassard, Executive Vice President of Matas Group. Together, they explored what modern leadership looks like in a fast-changing industry, where digital innovation is reshaping retail, how beauty and fashion are increasingly converging, and what Gen Z’s shifting shop...

Expanding into a new market is about much more than getting your products listed.  In the latest episode of CIFF Media, we sit down with Sune Bjerregaard, co-founder of Refined Networks, and Claire Heathcote, Managing Director of Celtic & Co., to explore what it really takes to scale internationally. Refined Networks helps brands navigate new markets through local market knowledge, platform pa...

Ahead of next week's Wessel & Vett Fashion Prize announcement during Copenhagen Fashion Week, Carla Christine Aagaard-Strube sits down with Nina Wedell-Wedellsborg, Founder of Wessel Vett Fashion Prize, and Martin Gjesing, Founder and CEO of MOON, in the latest episode of Fashion Forum x CIFF Media. Together, they discuss the vision behind the prize, their partnership, and this season'...

This season, Libertine-Libertine makes their debut at CIFF, bringing plenty of momentum and a renewed sense of direction. Ahead of the show, Julian Daynov sat down with Libertine-Libertine CEO and Co-founder Rasmus Bak in the CIFF Media Studio to discuss the brand’s remarkable journey – from their early years on the roads across Europe to its recent reconstruction and latest chapter – and to share...

A few weeks ago, CIFF Media on Location travelled to Milan for CIFF Nordic Signatures at 10 Corso Como . While there, CIFF Media Lead Rebecca Laudrup sat down with Alessio de Navasques, fashion scholar at La Sapienza University and curator at 10 Corso Como, to discuss the space's cultural vision, creative collaborations and exhibitions. Together, they explore how 10 Corso Como has become much...

Next up in CIFF Media's Short Talks: Les Deux.   CIFF Director Sofie Dolva caught up with Les Deux Co-Founder Andreas Von Der Heide to talk about building community and staying relevant in a rapidly changing market. They discuss the collaborations that continue to shape the brand's journey, what's on the horizon, and how Les Deux continues to resonate with consumers around the world. A...

From metros and trains to buses and digital screens across the city, out-of-home advertising helps brands connect with consumers wherever they live, work, and travel – making it a unique and effective channel in today’s digital landscape. In the latest CIFF Media episode, Sofie Dolva sat down with Hugo Gerthofer, Commercial & Communication Director at Bauer Media Outdoor, to explore why outdoo...

Host Carla Christine Aagaard-Strube spoke with Les Deux CCO Morten Kristensen about the importance of maintaining a strong brand DNA while expanding into new markets. The conversation also explored how the brand's identity adapts across cultures, its community initiatives – including basketball courts in Copenhagen, New York, and Paris and the Legacy Program supporting schools and childcare –...

Host Carla Christine Aagaard-Strube sat down with Massimo Pagano, Shareholder and Commercial Director of eyewear brand AF reflect, in our Paris showroom. They spoke about the brand's distinctive aesthetic, future ambitions, and how music continues to inspire its creative direction.

Produced in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), this episode of CIFF Media brings together Italian and Nordic fashion voices to explore the future of fashion through sustainability, craftsmanship, and collaboration. Historian and author Matteo Augello joins womenswear buyer Mike Bjørnbæk and Ida Petersson, co-founder of Good Eggs and advisor to several international fashion weeks, f...