Copenhagen trade show CIFF was held from January 30 to Feb 1, 2019. The show’s perennial special project was the first thing to greet visitors. This time, the third and final part of the Northwind Trilogy was unveiled – an experimental, multifaceted work by Bahamian-born artist Tavares Strachan. Commenting on the industry’s sustainability and social responsibility, the work featured six bomber-style jackets produced using various craft methods in ethical workshops across the Bahamas. The immersive work also encompassed video installations, sculptural works and photographs documenting the artist’s training as a cosmonaut.

Raven was the section dedicated to young, progressive designers. Most designers presented their wares in installation-like set-ups. Sunglasses and watches brand Komono sees CIFF as an important networking platform. With a well-established store network in Sweden and Norway, it was looking to boost its presence on the Danish market and find a local agent.

For the upcoming spring/summer 20 edition in August 2019, CIFF will have a dedicated sports section. In a bid to boost its international exposure, CIFF will bring a taster-showcase to Paris Fashion Week Men’s in June 2019. This follows in the footsteps of Revolver, whose Scandinavian Manifesto showcase launched in June 2018 as an ongoing partnership with Pitti Uomo in Italy.