Must-see shopping in Denmark

  • Stilleben

    Copenhagen

    Owned by Danish Design School graduates Ditte Reckweg and Jelena Schou Nordentoft, Stilleben stocks a bewitching range of contemporary ceramic, glassware,…

  • Stilleben

    Copenhagen

    One of Copenhagen's top design stores, Stilleben is famed for its graphic prints, not to mention its stock of unique objects from mostly smaller-scale…

  • Kyoto

    Vesterbro & Frederiksberg

    Unisex, multi-brand Kyoto pulls cool hunters with its awesome edits of mostly Nordic labels: think hardy S.N.S. Herning knits, Wrench Monkey shirts, Norse…

  • Illums Bolighus

    Copenhagen

    Design fans hyperventilate over this sprawling department store, its four floors packed with all things Nordic and beautiful. You'll find everything from…

  • Hay House

    Copenhagen

    Rolf Hay’s fabulous interior-design store sells its own coveted line of furniture, textiles and design objects, as well as those of other fresh,…

  • Anker

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    When a former chef at Michelin-starred restaurant Søllerød Kro opens a chocolate shop, expectations are high. Anker makes gluttons go weak with oh-so…

  • Kramboden

    Odense

    In a late-16th-century merchant's house with neither heating nor running water, this superb place sells everything from brooms to locks to bottles to…

  • Tingstedet

    Funen

    More museum than shop, this enchanting place makes a living from creating enamel signs in the old-fashioned way, but the shop is a superb hodgepodge of…

  • Illums Bolighus

    Aarhus

    Copenhagen's shrine to good taste has a branch in Aarhus, and it's every bit as lovely. Furniture, homewares and clothing are among the temptations.

  • Bornholmer Butikken

    Copenhagen

    The Bornholm Store in Torvehallerne Market peddles specialties from the Danish island of Bornholm, famed for its prized local edibles. Tasty treats to…

  • Stine Goya

    Copenhagen

    The winner of numerous prestigious design awards, Stine Goya is one of Denmark's hottest names in women's fashion. What makes her collections unique is…

  • Vanishing Point

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    On trendy Jægersborggade, Vanishing Point is a contemporary craft shop and studio showcasing quirky ceramics, unique jewellery, handmade knits and quilts,…

  • Ostekælderen

    Copenhagen

    Complete with sawdust floors, this charming basement cheese shop is the city's oldest, dating from 1888. Although its long-time owners Vivvi and Hesluf…

  • Han Kjøbenhavn

    Copenhagen

    While we love the uncluttered Modernist fit-out, it's what's on the racks that will hook you: simple, beautifully crafted men's threads that merge…

  • Posterland

    Copenhagen

    Posterland is Northern Europe's biggest poster company and the main art supplier for the gallery shops of the National Gallery of Denmark and the…

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    Henrik Vibskov

    Copenhagen

    Not just a drummer and prolific artist, Danish enfant terrible Henrik Vibskov pushes the fashion envelope, too. Break free with his bold, creatively…

  • Stine Goya

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    Copenhagen-based model-turned-designer Stine Goya is one of Denmark's hottest names in fashion. While her creations don't betray the Nordic obsession with…

  • NN07

    Copenhagen

    This is the striking flagship store for Danish menswear brand NN07 (aka: No Nationality). The threads here are understated and contemporary, ranging from…

  • Wood Wood

    Copenhagen

    Unisex Wood Wood's flagship store is a solid spot for distinctive street fashion. Top of the heap are Wood Wood's own playful creations, made with…

  • Piet Breinholm – The Last Bag

    Copenhagen

    Musician-turned-designer Piet Breinholm is famous for his classic leather satchels, available in small or large, and in colours ranging from sensible…

  • Storm

    Copenhagen

    Storm is one of Copenhagen's most inspired fashion pit stops, with trendsetting men's and women's labels such as Haider Ackermann, Kitsuné and Thom Browne…

  • Maduro

    Copenhagen

    Maduro owner Jeppe Maduro Hirsch handpicks the eclectic mix of beautiful objects in his store, from ceramics plates, cups and vases, to quirky lamps,…

  • Tante T

    Copenhagen

    Valhalla for tea aficionados, this Torvehallerne Market stall offers over 150 varieties. The staff are rightly passionate about their leaves and happy to…

  • Baum und Pferdgarten

    Copenhagen

    Designers Rikke Baumgarten and Helle Hestehave are the creative forces behind what is one of Denmark's most respected women's fashion brands. While there…

  • Hoff

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    Ingrid Hoff showcases some of the most innovative and talented jewellery designers in Denmark and Europe. Each piece is a veritable conversation piece,…

  • Royal Copenhagen

    Copenhagen

    This is the main showroom for the historic Royal Copenhagen porcelain, one of the city's best-loved souvenir choices. Its 'blue fluted' pattern is famous…

  • Klassik Moderne Møbelkunst

    Copenhagen

    Close to Kongens Nytorv, Klassik Moderne Møbelkunst is Valhalla for lovers of Danish design, with a trove of classics from greats like Poul Henningsen,…

  • Rosforth & Rosforth

    Copenhagen

    When a wine wholesaler is co-run by Pontus Elofsson (former wine director at Noma), you know you're in for a good drop. Chance are you'll find Pontus…

  • Time's Up Vintage

    Copenhagen

    One of Copenhagen's A-list vintage boutiques, unisex Time's Up is all about Euro flamboyance and glamour. While the owner is especially passionate about…

  • Paustian

    Copenhagen

    Danish brand Paustian opened its design concept store in a renovated historic bank building just off Strøget in late 2018. Admire the stylish furniture…

  • Samsøe & Samsøe

    Vesterbro & Frederiksberg

    Originating from Latin Quarter and now based in Nørrebro, Samsøe & Samsøe is well-known for its contemporary threads for guys and girls. This is a label…

  • Project 4

    Copenhagen

    Project 4 is the place to go to add some Scandi style to your wardrobe. This small boutique features a collection of handpicked ladies' fashion and…

  • Wardrobe 19

    Copenhagen

    Wardrobe 19's selection of quality mens' fashion and accessories offers 'timeless design in a modern context', with an interesting selection of clothing,…

  • Normann Copenhagen

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    In a converted cinema in 'white bread' Østerbro, sprawling Normann seduces eyes and wallets with its eye-candy designer goods, from statement bowls,…

  • Illum

    Copenhagen

    Illum is CPH's answer to Selfridges or Bloomingdales. That said, the range of fashion is rather stock standard, with mainly mainstream local and…

  • Dansk Made for Rooms

    Vesterbro & Frederiksberg

    One of a new breed of businesses appearing on Vesterbro's gritty-turned-vibrant Istedgade. The large, bright rooms of the all-white shop radiate…

  • Susanne Juul

    Copenhagen

    Crown Princess Mary is known to ride her bike here occasionally, which is hardly surprising given that Susanne Juul is considered one of Copenhagen's…

  • Day Birger et Mikkelsen

    Copenhagen

    Understated chic, bohemian spirit and subtle ethnic accents underscore this women's fashion heavyweight. The flagship store is a top spot to bag…

  • Ekely

    Vesterbro & Frederiksberg

    This small gallery-cum-store space rotates unique artworks from local and international creatives. There's a particular emphasis on graphics, both…

  • Botanisk Haves Butik

    Copenhagen

    Located at the main entrance to the Botanic Garden, tiny Botanisk Haves Butik stocks a fetching collection of botanically themed gifts. Good local buys…

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