Alis SS26 Reboots '90s Skate Culture with Fresh Copenhagen Vibes and a Sunny Twist

Alis SS26 blends ‘90s skate nostalgia with modern Copenhagen energy—think Oasis soundtracks, fluid streetwear & sun-doodles by the designer’s son.

With Oasis playing and the Copenhagen skyline glowing at golden hour, Alis brought its second act to Søren Kierkegaards Plads for a Spring/Summer 2026 show that felt more like a cultural reset than just a runway.

Once a Christiania-born skate label from the '90s, Alis has been reborn under creative director Tobias Birk Nielsen — and SS26 makes it clear: this isn't nostalgia, it's evolution.

The show, titled Comeback Culture, leaned into its roots while confidently forging ahead. With styling by Copenhagen tastemaker Pernille Teisbaek, the looks embodied the rhythm of city life — pieces that move effortlessly from dinner to a swim in the harbor, to wherever the night leads.

The collection mixed slouchy denim and leather-look trousers with cropped button-downs, sweatpant shorts with blazers, and fluid, gender-inclusive silhouettes. But the biggest shift? A bold dive into womenswear. Think bikini tops with flowing trousers, plaid skirts paired with matching jerseys, and the occasional micro short under a sweeping trench.

Alis 2.0 isn’t afraid to get playful. A standout motif this season is a hand-drawn sun, sketched by Birk Nielsen’s eight-year-old son. It’s a symbol of the brand’s new era — a joyful fusion of past and future, where legacy and next-gen creativity coexist.

“In many ways, this show was about embracing Copenhagen’s energy,” says Birk Nielsen. “About daring to evolve.”