Henrik Vibskov’s AW26 “Frog Carry Frog” Turns Copenhagen Fashion Week Into a Study of Collective Effort
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On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Henrik Vibskov presented Frog Carry Frog, his Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, with a runway show that felt as much like performance art as fashion. Staged at Østre Gasværk Theatre, the show was a lesson in balance, transformation, and shared responsibility, framed through Vibskov’s distinctive lens of conceptual storytelling.
Opening with Stranger Things actress Linnea Berthelsen, the collection immediately introduced its thematic core: the interplay between interdependence and individual agency. Frogs—amphibians known for their transformative life cycles and communicative signals—served as the collection’s central metaphor, anchoring a narrative that moved seamlessly between mythology, environmental awareness, and human connection.
The palette echoed this narrative, flowing from pond greens to soil browns, punctuated by warning orange accents that hinted at environmental urgency. Tailoring was used strategically, grounding the collection with structured silhouettes while rounded volumes and layered garments reinforced the idea of support—both physical and communal. Each look felt simultaneously sculptural and wearable, a hallmark of Vibskov’s approach that balances bold experimentation with practical design.
Henrik Vibskov walks his runway for the finale of AW26 show.
The staging further emphasized the collection’s themes. From their vantage point above a circular stage, the audience watched performers navigate ladder-like structures built around sculptural wooden spines, assembling and redistributing them throughout the show. The result was a dynamic choreography of collective labor—each movement a visual echo of the collection’s philosophy: that shared responsibility carries more weight than individual elevation.
With Frog Carry Frog, Vibskov has framed AW26 as more than a seasonal offering; it is a reflection on the values that shape contemporary life. In a moment when fashion is increasingly called to engage with societal and environmental conversations, Vibskov’s work reminds us that creativity—and progress—thrives in collaboration.
Henrik Vibskov is a Danish designer, artist, and musician celebrated for his avant-garde approach to fashion. A Central Saint Martins graduate, Vibskov has built a career on merging conceptual design with wearability, often drawing on cultural narratives and abstract storytelling. Beyond the runway, his multidisciplinary practice encompasses art installations, music, and performance, positioning him as one of Denmark’s most influential creative voices.
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