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London SS27 trends: corsets and lingerie looks from McQueen, Erdem, Simone Rocha and more

Historically, corsetry and lingerie were hidden beneath clothing, designed to restrict, shape, or cage the female form. At LFW SS27, British designers turned those traditional symbols of constraint into statements of power, just as Vivienne Westwood had done almost 40 years previously. By exposing inner construction, and exaggerated silhouettes,...

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In Pictures: Christopher Kane unveils his vision for Mulberry

Amid a resurgence of distinctly British names on the London Fashion Week schedule, Mulberry made its return to the event with a refreshed identity. The heritage label is now under the creative direction of Christopher Kane, who debuted a vision that combined his fervour for experimentation with Mulberry’s playful take on British tropes....

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The rise of the 50+ model on the runways: Stephanie Cavalli, Christina Chung, Suzy de Givenchy and more

In recent runway seasons, 100 percent of the top 20 global luxury brands integrated models over 50 into their rosters, with Bottega Veneta and Tom Ford routinely casting roughly nine mature models per show. The industry is moving past the novelty of the short-lived Hollywood celebrity cameo and returning to its roots: the seasoned, professional...

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London Fashion Week SS27: what to expect from a season of change

The upcoming season of London Fashion Week will usher in a period of newness. New leadership has taken the helm, a new strategy is underway, and new, or in some cases returning, names on the schedule have tongues wagging. Taking place September 17 to 21, the latest edition will also most notably arrive under the British Fashion Council’s newly...

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Mulberry’s LFW return puts Britishness back at the heart of its revival

Christopher Kane’s debut for Mulberry will bring the British luxury house back to the London runway for the first time in years, as its turnaround strategy enters a new phase focused on brand desirability, ready-to-wear and British identity. The label will be returning to London Fashion Week for a show on September 20, where Kane is expected to...

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David Pemsel to step down from the BFC after 10 years

David Pemsel is stepping down as chair of the British Fashion Council (BFC) and exiting the organisation, bringing to an end a decade-long tenure. Pemsel’s departure is scheduled for September 30 following the anticipated announcement of his successor, the BFC told WWD. He will stay on to oversee the transition period before formally stepping...

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BFC to bring Fashion Britain across UK cities with 1,000 events

The British Fashion Council (BFC) is taking London Fashion Week beyond the capital this September, launching Fashion Britain, a nationwide programme of more than 1,000 events across London, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Bristol, Dundee and Edinburgh. The initiative builds on the BFC’s efforts to “decentralise British fashion” and extend the...

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LFW SS27: BFC announces provisional schedule

The spring/summer 2027 edition of London Fashion Week, scheduled to take place from September 17 to 21, will be anchored by the return of Alexander McQueen and Mulberry. The British Fashion Council, led by chief executive Laura Weir, has announced that the provisional schedule for the September showcase will see Alexander McQueen’s creative...

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BFC launches ‘Fashion Britain’ programme to coincide with LFW

As part of efforts to decentralise fashion, the British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced a new UK-wide programme to coincide with London Fashion Week in September. Dubbed ‘Fashion Britain’, the initiative involves events across Bristol, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh, and brings together retailers, designers and cultural...

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Marks & Spencer to make London Fashion Week debut this September

British high street retailer Marks & Spencer is set to make its official London Fashion Week (LFW) debut this September, presenting a “see now, buy now” womenswear and menswear collection. M&S’s debut at LFW coincides with the 100th anniversary of its fashion collection and sees the high street retailer presenting its global collection on the...

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Mulberry returns to London Fashion Week schedule

British heritage brand Mulberry is returning to the London Fashion Week schedule in September to showcase Christopher Kane’s debut collection. Kane was appointed creative director of ready-to-wear for Mulberry in March, marking a return for the leather goods brand back to the clothing category, as part of the brand’s ‘Back to the Mulberry Spirit...

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Back to basics: The 'quiet' sophistication of the AW26 season

The autumn/winter 2026 season has concluded, leaving an unexpectedly quiet echo. After several cycles marked by sensational debuts from new creative directors and a near-constant rotation at the helm of luxury fashion houses, a calmer phase is now emerging. Many designers seem to have settled into their roles. This is reflected in collections...