Scandi Travelogue / Copenhagen Visit

I loved my recent trip to Copenhagen! Each time I go, I try to mix finding new places with returning to old favourites. Here’s where I went this time.

 

CIRKELBROEN / Opened in 2015, the Cirkelbroen pedestrian bridge is made up of overlapping circular mast shapes, honouring Danish shipping history. In the Christianshavn area, it’s sandwiched between shiny office buildings and picturesque brownstone buildings.

JÆGERSBORGGADE / I discovered this cozy street in Nørrebro on my last visit to the Danish capital. Though there still isn’t so much on the surrounding streets, Jægersborggade has gotten even better with time. I have yet to find something in one of their crafty boutiques, but I always find something to taste, as there are plenty of restaurants and cafes here.

SUPERKILEN / Not only is Superkilen park in Nørrebro, an area I’m eager to discover more of, it also was created to celebrate diversity. Being half-Swedish half-Filipina, the message is essential (also for everyone!).

INDRE BY / Shopping ‘til I drop, really! (This is why coffee breaks are essential – tried Holm café this time and had a delicious cinnamon bun). Spent most of my time and money in the Illums design building. Also found an amazing over-sized cashmere sweater in Envii, and a blue-and-white patterned top at Munthe.

What should I see next time? I’m curious to see some great views of the Danish capital.

Scandi Styling / Style Reads

Looking to brush up on yo­ur Scandi style as well as language skills? Recent Swedish classic Säker Stil is an everything-you-need-to-know style guide, which I’ve already checked off my list. For a quirkier approach to dressing, try reading Danish mega-blogger Pernille Teisbaek’s new release ‘Dress Scandinavian’. I’m really curious to read it, as her personal style is so Scandi and yet so eclectic at the same time. A third option is rising Norwegian star Eirin Kristiansen’s lifestyle and blogging tips ‘Miss Independent’.

Have you read any of these yet?

Images from Felice Dahl and above linked sources.

STYLEStephanie Felice Dahl
Scandi Shopping / Danish Brands

Danish fashion is just so cool. While being minimalist, the Danes have an edge that the other Scandis typically don’t have. Leather jackets, coloured furs, and studded boots are the norm. On my next trip to Copenhagen, these are some brands I’d like to check out. What are your favourites?

1. Ganni / Regnegade 12, 1110 København K, Denmark

2. Hosbjerg / Online only

3. Billi BiKøbmagergade 27, 1150 København K, Denamark

4. HeartmadePilestræde 45, 1112 København K, Denmark

5. Meotine / Online only until May

Images (clockwise from top right) from above sources and Freja Wewer.

Scandi Travelogue / København Booked

I just booked tickets Copenhagen! I can't wait - the last time I was there, I loved it so much that I declared it's somewhere I could live. Since then, I've been itching to go back. Honestly, it's got everything - trendy cafés, painfully cool clothes, divine Scandi interior design...

Here are a few places I enjoyed on my last trip. Have you been?

 

Jægersborggade, Nørrebro

I first heard about this area, Nørrebro, on one of my favourite Scandi blogs. It's a local neighbourhood, where I could easily imagine spending my Sundays strolling between unique boutiques and stylish cafés.

 

Kompa'9 Café 1208 k, Kompagnistræde 9

I like to know where I can refuel on my shopping days, and this café was great for just that. Between popping in and out of local design stores, my friends and I stopped at this trendy spot for coffee and avocado sandwiches, during my last visit.

 

Kødbyens Fiskebar Flæsketorvet 100

Located in Copenhagen's very own Meatpacking district, this trendy fish restaurant is both a place to see and be seen, as well as to dine on delicious Danish seafood.

 

Höst, Nørre Farimagsgade 41

Keen to try Nouveau-Nordic cuisine, but not the bravest of souls? Höst is a great entry to this world, with beautiful, delicious local cuisine, that is still accessible. I went for my birthday, and had a great night.

 

Stilleben Niels Hemmingsens Gade 3

This design store is a such a treat! It's compact, and packed with lots of Scandi goodies to bring home. Plus, it's just off of the main shopping road, so you don't have to wander far to find it.

Where do you recommend I visit this time around?