9 must-listen podcasts on Scandinavian fashion and style

Countless books on Nordic fashion circulate our bookshelves, but on the occasional slow evening and unwinding work commute, a handy podcast is just what we need. With an influx in podcast production over the past decade, finding just the right series can be a little overwhelming, so to make things easier, we’ve dived into the podcast archive for you. All you need is your phone, a trusty pair of headphones and an unwavering penchant for Scandinavian style.

Without further ado, here are nine must-listen podcasts on style in the north that have the Vogue Scandinavia stamp of approval; from candid conversations amongst friends, styling tips to historical insights and timely industry opinions.

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Fashion No Filter is the creme de la creme of fashion podcasts. Hosted by Parisian fashion journalists Camille Charriere and Monica Ainley, the sartorially savvy duo give listeners a behind-the-scenes insight into how the fashion industry operates.

In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience at Copenhagen Fashion Week, they sit down with Pernille Teisbaek, author of Dress Scandinavian and Danish stylist, whose Instagram feed has become a highly-idealised style bible. During their candid conversation, they untangle the je ne sais quoi that defines Scandinavian style and discuss how to best reduce one’s environmental fashion footprint.

Listen to Fashion No Filter here.

Hosted by beauty industry leader Marianna Hewitt, Life with Marianna features insightful conversations with some of the world’s most inspiring creatives. This episode is dedicated to Matilda Djerf, one of Sweden’s most stylish influencers. The duo converse with confidence and humility as they share style, beauty and business tips.

Matilda reveals her Scandinavian closet essentials and muses on her clothing brand Djerf Avenue, so if you have ever wondered how a Nordic influencer curates their wardrobe, this is a must-listen.

Listen to Life with Marianna here.

In an effort to understand Scandinavian style and get down to the nitty gritty, Fashion Forum recently launched a brilliant and informative podcast. Through an examination of the Danish fashion industry, one of the largest in the Nordic region, host Carla Christine Bruus interviews top Scandinavian designers, including Cecilie Bahnsen, (di)vison and Ganni, to gain an industry insight into the current landscape and the future of fashion in the Nordics.

Whilst mulling over a spectrum of topics, from NFTs, fashion week to design school, conversations flow with ease and the host creates a relaxed, candid atmosphere.

Listen to Fashion Forum here.

Modekoder, meaning Fashion Codes in Danish, is a candid podcast about the underlayers of fashion. Hosted by Vintage expert Pia Storm and brand advisor Manoi Messmann, each episode guides the listener through different yet equally prevalent themes that manifest fashion and the industry. Expect conversations about feminism, erotism, fashion history and personal style. Produced and recorded by Danes, this podcast explores the very essence of Scandinavian fashion.

Listen to Modekoder here.

Scandinavian Mind’s podcast covers a lot of Scandi-related ground, but most notably focusses on key topics such as fashion and sustainability, two words that are regularly on people's lips when talking about the Nordics. One of the most poignant episodes that is bound to transport you into a reflective state features Dr Philip Warkander, Senior Lecturer at the Division of Fashion Studies at Lund University, trying to answer important questions like: “How has fashion turned unfashionable? Is the fashion industry the largest environmental culprit? How important is fashion week?” Listeners learn how sustainability and innovation are at the epicentre of Scandinavia’s fashion future.

Listen to Scandinavian Mind’s episode here.

In this stylishly informative podcast hosted by Copenhagen Fashion Week, CEO Cecilie Thorsmark and longtime supporters of CPHFW come together to discuss responsible change and creative freedom. The podcast is divided into sections through series, one of which is titled “Small Talks, Big Conversations” which touches upon a variety of aspects that make up the abundant Nordic fashion industry.

Discussions waver between the relationship between art and fashion in the Nordics, the pledge for a sustainable future, the impact of Scandinavian style and fashion activism. In episode 7, the journalist Anne Christine Persson and fashion designer Mads Nørgaard discuss the rise of the Nordic cult-favourite brand Rotate alongside creative directors Jeanette Madsen and Thora Valdimarsdottir. This engaging conversation gathers a wide variety of thoughts on what drives Scandinavian fashion.

Listen to Copenhagen Fashion Week’s episode here.

Sponsored by the Nordic Council of Ministers, Nordic Talks is a podcast that unites thinkers and doers from around the globe for curious musings and reflective conversations. Each episode features highlights from independently organised live Nordic Talks, all of which offer unique insights into ways to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

In this episode, recorded in the Netherlands during Sustainable Fashion Days, listeners dive into the sustainability debate, a prevalent part of Scandinavian fashion. Learn about new Nordic initiatives for responsible clothing production and get insider tips on how to create a more sustainable wardrobe.

Listen to Nordic Talks here.

Norwegian style and colour analysis expert Jorunn Hernes speaks with co-host Christine Scanman, Canadian colour analyst, about the intricacies of colour charting and the secret code to dressing like a Scandinavian. In this episode, they discuss the ideas and advantages behind capsule wardrobe – a minimal dressing technique which is often associated with Scandinavian fashion – as well as the spectrum of neutral colours which are synonymous with the idea. An inspiring listen for anyone interested in minimal and practical Nordic style.

Listen to Nordic Simplicity here.

Understanding the past is an integral part of getting to grips with fashion and its many intricacies. This is where the Fashion Tribes podcast comes in. Hosted by long-time fashion expert and trend forecaster Lesley Scott, this must-listen explores fashion and its intersecting disciplines, think everything from biology, history to transhumanism. The podcast is almost a decade old but its relevance is permanent.

In episode 117, listeners learn about The Weather Diaries, a photographic exhibition from 2014 opened as part of the Nordic Fashion Biennale in Frankfurt. Curated by Swedish-based American-Austrian photographer-duo Cooper and Gorfer, the fashions showcased in the exhibition celebrate designers across the Nordics from Iceland to the Faroe Islands. A fascinating listen for anyone interested in the history and rise of Scandinavian fashion.

Listen to Fashion Tribes here.