London Fashion Week is a hotbed of creativity and innovation. While it might not boast the star power of New York, the heritage of Milan, or the Parisian elegance, London’s fashion scene is where the freshest and most exciting talents are making their mark. The city has launched the careers of countless renowned designers, and it’s here that the future of fashion is being shaped.
This season, the spotlight is on rising stars like Yaku Stapleton and Luke Derrick, both CSM graduates showcasing their sophomore collections. Rihanna’s favorite designer, Jawara Alleyne, also presented his latest work. But the most buzzworthy event so far has been eBay’s first-ever fashion week show. The runway became a celebration of secondhand fashion, featuring a mix of rare archival pieces and new designs from some of Britain’s most prominent labels, including Alexander McQueen and Martine Rose. This unique show was a timely and powerful tribute to the 40th anniversary of London Fashion Week.
As the week progresses, cult-favorite designers Simone Rocha and JW Anderson have captivated audiences with their latest collections. Rocha’s signature feminine designs, featuring schoolgirl bows, roses, and exaggerated hips, continue to be a sensation.
And the grand finale? Burberry, the iconic British heritage house, will present its collection on the closing day. The fashion world eagerly awaits Daniel Lee’s fourth runway show for the brand, his first since the ongoing debate surrounding the brand’s future. Few things are more quintessentially British than the Burberry trench coat, but the question remains: how accessible should it be?
Off the runway, London Fashion Week’s street style is just as compelling. The fashionable and the daring are turning heads with a vibrant mix of trends, showcasing pleating, ruching, pattern-blocking, and oversized silhouettes. Faux fur, reworked denim, and quilted fabrics are all part of the eclectic mix.
Scroll through the captivating street style images from the Spring/Summer 2025 shows at London Fashion Week, captured by the talented Phil Oh.
