Fashion
Berlin Fashion Week: Street Style Highlights and What’s Next for German Design
Forget the runways, the real action was on the streets. We break down the biggest trends from Berlin Fashion Week and what they signal for the future of global style.
Berlin Fashion Week once again proved it’s less about front-row celebrities and more about the electrifying energy of the streets. The city’s unique, gritty-cool aesthetic was on full display, offering a crystal ball into the trends that will define the upcoming seasons. This season was a masterclass in individuality and conscious style.
Key trends emerging from the pavements and showrooms included “GorpCore goes Glam“—elevated utility wear with technical fabrics, hiking boots paired with sheer dresses, and functional bags as statement pieces. “Redefining tailoring” was also major, with oversized, deconstructed blazers and slouchy trousers dominating, challenging traditional suiting norms.
German designers emphasized sustainability not just as a buzzword but as a core design principle. Upcycled materials, deadstock fabrics, and zero-waste patterns were celebrated. The message was clear: the future of fashion is personal, unpredictable, and profoundly responsible. Berlin isn’t just hosting fashion shows; it’s hosting a movement.