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Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen and Magasin Du Nord partner to invest in emerging design talent Mads Barfod

Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen and Magasin Du Nord are proud to announce a new partnership to invest in one of Denmark’s most promising new designers, Mads Barfod. This collaboration, driven by a shared commitment to nurturing new talents, comes as a natural extension of our ongoing support for innovative voices in fashion. Mads Barfod, who made his mark on Danmarks Næste Tøjdesigner, captured our attention with his unique designs. 

About Mads Barfod 
Mads Barfod, 1997, is the winner of the 2nd season of Danish tv-show Danmarks Næste Tøjdesigner, aired in 2024. He is also the designer behind his own brand Barfod. Mads has a degree from the Scandinavian Academy of Fashion Design. @barfod.world

About Magasin Du Nord 
Magasin Du Nord is a premier retail destination in Denmark, offering a unique blend of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle products. With a long-standing tradition of supporting both established and emerging designers, Magasin Du Nord is dedicated to creating a platform where new talent can thrive. @magasindunord

About Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen 
Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen is a Danish fashion brand founded by designer and Copenhagen native Mads Nørgaard, known for its timeless designs, stripes, and creating clothing that is accessible to everyone. With a strong focus on individuality and fashion as a form of self-expression, Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen is dedicated to supporting creative talents. @madsnorgaard

“Supporting new creative voices has always been important for us at Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen, and we see something truly special in Mads Barfod’s work,” says Mads Nørgaard, Founder and Creative Director of Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen. We’re thrilled to partner with Magasin Du Nord to help him take his first major steps into the industry.”


Inspired by the idea of turning challenging memories into positive reflections, Mads Barfod created four unique outfits, each representing a joyful moment from his school days. With Rediscovered Smiles, Mads invites us all to look back and rediscover happiness in unexpected places. 

“Having the opportunity to bring my vision to life with the support of two iconic Danish brands is beyond exciting,” says Mads Barfod. “Rediscovered Smiles is about celebrating the small moments of joy that can shape who we are, even in difficult times.” 


Mads Barfod’s debut collection, Rediscovered Smiles, will be available exclusively from November 7 at 10 AM (CET) at barfod.world, in Magasin Du Nord, in Nørgaard paa Strøget, at Mads Nørgaard - Copenhagen in Aarhus and online at madsnorgaard.com here

 

 


We invite everyone to join us on November 7th at Magasin Du Nord, and on November 8th at Nørgaard paa Strøget, to meet Mads Barfod and hear more about his design process.

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