Forza Collective SS26: Redefining Business Casual With Structure, Softness & Sharp Style
By Simone Stubgaard, Founder SS STUDIO.
Forza Collective took the stage on day one of Copenhagen Fashion Week SS26, offering a fresh and refined take on what business casual can look like—if you add edge, sensuality, and serious style. Hosted in the striking surroundings of Nikolaj Kunsthal, a former church turned art gallery, the setting set the tone: fashion with purpose, beauty, and bold intent.
The Spring/Summer 2026 collection walked the line between 1920s sophistication and ‘90s minimalism, striking a balance between structured tailoring and soft draping. From sculpted suiting to fluid fabrics, the dialogue between power and ease played out look by look. And yes—ties made a bold statement, adding a sharp twist to even the most feminine silhouettes.
One standout? A pink mesh gown with Forza’s signature cut-out bra cup detail. Romantic in appearance but confidently defiant in attitude, especially when styled with slicked-back hair and pointed heels. It perfectly embodied the Forza woman: poised, powerful, and not afraid to mix softness with strength.
At the helm of the brand is designer Kristoffer Kongshaug, whose background includes time at Raf Simons, Dior Couture, Balmain, and Lanvin—a pedigree that’s clearly reflected in his razor-sharp understanding of form, fabrication, and elevated restraint. With Forza Collective, Kongshaug continues to explore precision with personality, creating clothing that’s wearable yet conceptually strong.
With a restrained palette and clean lines, the collection delivered depth through detail, proving that sensuality doesn’t need volume to make an impact. Forza Collective continues to shape a vision of understated luxury, where every element is carefully placed, and every piece says exactly what it needs to—no more, no less.
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