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FINE CHAOS

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Fine Chaos
Established 2021
Years Active 2021-present
Parent Company Independent
Website https://fine-chaos.com/


FINE CHAOS is a Danish fashion brand founded in 2021 by Marc C. Møllerskov and Ludvig Isaksen. Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, it is known for its androgynous and expressive design.

Background

"The oxymoronic wordplay ’FINE CHAOS’ perfectly describes how objects in the ever-changing contemporary society can be perceived in two completely different ways."[1]

FINE CHAOS strives to be an androgynous brand, celebrating everyone, regardless of gender or religion. The brands central ideology is "DEEPER THAN QUALITY", they strive to integrate value into every garment.[1]

They have a strong physical presence through their flagship store in Copenhagen and various events, which range from pop-ups, to hangar parties and warehouse raves with stockists. FINE CHAOS is also the official apparel supplier for Distrortion, Copenhagen's biggest festival.[2]

History

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FINE CHAOS was established in February 2021 by Marc C. Møllerskov and Ludvig Isaksen.

Style

FINE CHAOS design philosophy centers around androgyny, inclusivity and storytelling, as well as embracing people of all genders and backgrounds.[1]

The brand stands apart from traditional Scandinavian minimalist design, by having a maximalist and experimental approach. They don't use mixed materials and only work with monofibers, which means that every garment can enter a system of usage and recycling, creating no unnecessary waste. They dye their fabrics in environmentally responsible methods and prioritise organic materials such as certified organic cotton.[1]

Themes

Møllerskov’s collections are known for a fusion of punk-inspired aesthetics and modern sophistication, often juxtaposing gritty, deconstructed elements with elegant tailoring.[3]

The main component of each garment and every collection is storytelling through references artwork and silhouettes.[1] Their garments aren’t designed to be devalued after a few uses, but to evolve in a way that allows usage to build upon the garment’s aesthetic with each wear, by using elements like fraying patches, customisable hardware and more.[1]

Motifs

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Notable Products

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Collections

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SS26 — “POST MORT3M”

Unvailed on August 7th in Copenhagen, Denmark as part of Copenhagen Fashion Week, SS26 — “POST MORT3M” marks the brands 10th collection. The Runway show is set in a fictitious nightclub three kilometres underground, it envisions a haven carved from scarcity and survival. Guests of the show could explore the environment before, during and after the show.

Visually the show was defined by contrast, a key them in FINE CHAOS work. Oily latex and damp-look fabrics, a reference to dirty and grimy underground pipes. Distressed and wrinkled garments conveyed decay, consistent with the brands theme of finding beauty in survival. Elegant, divine silhouettes served as deites of the underworld.

FW25 — "Ataraxis"

"Ataraxis", translates to "Peace of mind" in ancient Greek. As explained by Møllerskov:

“soldiers used to go into an ‘Ataraxia’ before going to war, coming to peace with everything going on and losing the fear of death before potentially running into it.”

The silhouettes in the collection swing between "a big hug or feeling strangled". From form-clinging corsetry, second-skin dresses and PVC raincoats, were offset by hoodies, cocooning knits and relaxed jackets.The distressed and rugged aesthetic this season is seen in ripped denim and sliced shirts.[4]

This collection also debuted a leather moto jacket in collaboration with the Danish gaming company Wallhack, which was made available for purchase only to those who beat a video game developed for the lineup.[4]

SS25 — "Fear the Dome"

The show is set in a greenery. Models walked the space, some wearing mudged makeup, others with bloody cuts or ski mask goggles. Loud techno was playing from speakers.

“The main inspiration [for the collection] is the daily landscape in the world. What is going on right now – as a brand, we like to take inspiration from the political fields, the culture in Copenhagen, of course, but also outside Copenhagen,”

The clothes were deconstructed, ripped and raw. Velvet, leather, denim and deadstock surplus fabrics were turned into a mix of oversized and snug silhouettes, a consistent theme of Fine Chaos collections. Most of the clothes were in a dark palette, which mirrors the brand take on the state of the world at the time of the show, with bursts of colour, butterflies and flower motifs hinting to hope, a light at the end of the tunnel.[5]

FW24 — "Here, After, Eternity: Netherworld"

The collection is set in a dystopian year 2073, exploring themes of power and rebellion. It showcases a blend of futuristic designs and post-apocalyptic resilience. Raw, unrefined textures represent the desolate Outerworld, while the sleek, technologically-inspired fabrics represent The Netherworld, a digital paradise.[6]

Deconstructed silhouettes, recycled materials and integrated digital components show the collection's focus on rebirth and innovation on the brink of a new era. The color palette includes muted tones and vibrant hues, representing a world of decay and a digital frontier respectively.[6]

Title Season Date Location Looks Notes
Post Mort3m SS26 6/8/25 Copenhagen, Denmark 21
Ataraxis FW25 31/1/25 Copenhagen, Denmark 22
Fear the dome SS25 28/7/25 Copenhagen, Denmark 28
Eternity: Netherworld. FW24 Copenhagen, Denmark 10
Sound System SS23 Copenhagen, Denmark 24

Creative Directors

Name Tenure
Marc C. Møllerskov 2021--present

CEOs

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Sample Executive 2013–present
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