CMMN SWDN Fall 2025: A Tale of Two Worlds at Copenhagen Fashion Week

CMMN SWDN’s Fall 2025 collection at Copenhagen Fashion Week was a masterclass in balancing contrasts—heritage and modernity, structure and fluidity. For designers Emma Hedlund and Safir Bakir, this season wasn’t just about pushing their signature menswear-forward aesthetic; it was a double debut. Not only did they mark their first time showing in Copenhagen, but they also unveiled their expansion into womenswear. And what a debut it was!

Set in the historic Thorvaldsens Museum, the collection felt like a dialogue between sculptural precision and lived-in elegance. Hedlund and Bakir, a Swedish husband-and-wife duo, wove their personal experiences into the very fabric of the show—blending Scandinavian coziness with the ornate richness of Bakir’s Middle Eastern heritage.

The outerwear stole the show, with coats and jackets that exuded an effortless, oversized coolness. Single-breasted suits played with proportion, featuring Barrymore collars that added an air of aristocratic nonchalance. Meanwhile, the tactile extravagance of faux fur toppers and soft, draped jumpers introduced a sense of ease to the structured tailoring, making this collection not only effortlessly chic but oozing with comfort too.

Denim jumpsuits brought an unexpected utilitarian edge, proving that CMMN SWDN isn’t afraid to blend workwear influences into their high-concept aesthetic. And then there were the metallics—burnished coppers, bronzes, and silvers used almost like neutrals, shimmering against deep autumnal shades of brown, black, blue, cream, and white. A standout moment? A mustard tweed coat layered over a metallic lamé knit—an unexpected pairing that just worked.

The collection’s theme, “in between spaces,” wasn’t just conceptual—it was evident in the way pieces came together. Hedlund and Bakir’s tailoring expertise bridged their menswear roots and new womenswear direction seamlessly. The opening look, a boxy jacket, was swiftly followed by a more cinched-waist version, showcasing a delicate balance between masculine and feminine. Menswear looks also leaned into softness, with wrap neckties replacing rigid, corporate suiting.

While most of the collection felt cohesive in its earthy, textural appeal, the sequined glen plaid pieces and shimmering fabrics felt like a wildcard—perhaps a nod to their London years, whatever the story behind it, we are so here for it. However, it was the glossy, textural fabrics that truly cemented the mood of the collection. The gleaming, high-shine surfaces caught the museum lighting beautifully, creating a poetic contrast against the more grounded, structured tailoring.

This season was a homecoming, both literally and figuratively. Having relocated from London back to Sweden, Hedlund and Bakir used this collection to reflect on their brand’s journey—what it means to blend past and present, and how fashion can exist in those liminal, in-between spaces. Their Fall 2025 show wasn’t just a presentation of clothes; it was a statement on identity, evolution, and the beauty of contradictions. Their instagram biography “elevating the everyday” is a true depiction of the brand and their new collection, they truly make comfort dressing look chic and fresh.

With outerwear that commanded attention and a luxurious yet wearable approach to autumn dressing, CMMN SWDN’s Copenhagen debut proved they’re more than ready for this new chapter. If this is what their menswear-meets-womenswear future looks like, we’re totally obsessed with it.