Live From London Fashion Week—Your Minute-by-Minute Guide to the Shows, Trends and Moments Defining SS26

Ebay’s Endless Runway put archival fashion at the heart of the conversation, cementing London’s position as a frontrunner in sustainable style. Pieces from Simone Rocha, Prada and more were available to shop straight from the catwalk, alongside cult favourites including Christopher Kane's and Vivienne Westwood's graphic tees.

For the brand’s tenth season, Harris Reed unveiled The Aviary on Day One of London Fashion Week—a collection that drew on the gothic architecture of its Saint Pancras setting. True to the label’s DNA, sculptural silhouettes and exaggerated takes on the human form took were woven throughout the collection. Deconstructed and dramatised designs were were imbued with a sense of regality for maximum drama.

Staged in three acts, H&M’s part-runway, part-concert spectacle brought the buzz to London Fashion Week. A starry cast of 70 models—including Romeo Beckham, Sora Choi, Alex Consani, Paloma Elsesser, Amelia Gray, Iris Law and Lila Moss—showcased the high street giant’s autumn/winter 2025 collection, which tapped into some of the season’s biggest trends: slouchy buccaneer boots, high-shine leathers and razor-sharp tailoring. The finale came courtesy of London singer Lola Young, whose performance sealed the show as one of the most talked-about moments of day one.

Day Two has seen MITHRIDATE bring a dose of optimism to the runway this morning, with pastel pinks and seafoam greens tempered by deeper shades of burgundy and brown. Summer scarves and unreserved sparkle subverted summer’s typical silhouettes—an idea our editors are eager to see translated off the catwalk and into real life, while a thread of preppiness unified the collection. Under the direction of newly appointed creative director Daniel Fletcher, the label is fast emerging as one of London’s buzziest names.

Trend alert! Puff ball skirts are firmly back on the agenda for SS26. Spotted at Mithridate and Keburia—not to mention in Harris Reed’s more sculptural take on the silhouette—this voluminous, ultra-feminine shape looks set for a major return next season.

It was twee tights and bonnets galore at Bora Aksu’s runway show this afternoon. Doubling down on the lace trend, the collection channelled a childlike sense of wonder that felt like pure escapism in the sun-drenched setting.

At Di Petsa this afternoon,Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing ’s SEO Writer Ava Gilchrist observed a compelling tension between Grecian mythology and Y2K nostalgia. Some models embodied mythic water-bearers, carrying ceramic jugs, while others leaned into a bratty, post-night-out energy, heels dangling from their hands and sunglasses tucked into the necklines of scoop-front minis.

On Friday evening, Chopova Lowena emerged as a clear favourite among our editors, who were captivated by the brand’s deft balancing act between folkloric styling and modern sportswear, all underpinned by a streak of defiant punk energy.

Rounding off day two, our editors stepped into Rixo’s presentation—for the brand’s return to the Fashion Week calendar, timed to coincide with its 10-year anniversary. The collection carried the unmistakable hallmarks of Rixo’s DNA, imbued with a vintage charm, the print-adorned dresses captured the brand’s femininity and whimsy that we've always loved Rixo for.

We’re back for day three of London Fashion Week. Stay tuned for Wholesale Replica Bag updates!

Completedworks’ presentation was characteristically theatrical, led by a live performance from Jerry Hall that brought to life far more than the brand’s celebrated jewellery. The showcase extended into glassware, ceramics, sculptural mugs, and handbags, all arranged with CVS-inspired rhythm. Adding to the charm, journalist Raven Smith appeared in character as Hall’s “assistant,” delivering a playful take on a Fashion Week presentation.

Soundtracked to David Lynch-worthy audio, Yuhan Wang’s SS26 runway show was populated by typical frothy lace and layers and punctuated with obscurities such as dice charms on necklaces and cuddly toy swans draped in pink ribbons as accessories.

Toga’s SS26 collection tapped into several key trends already poised to ripple across next season. Double belts, glossy leathers, pirate boots and vinyl shoes all made their way onto the runway, but the unifying thread was the abundance of fabric. Trousers were pleated to create exaggerated volume, while elongated trains extended from the hips of both trousers and skirts, adding a dramatic swish to each step.

Heading into the afternoon, Ahluwalia’s SS26 collection echoed trends that have been rippling through the week—most notably the fringing motif first spotted yesterday at Mithridate. But rather than leaning into polished prep, the collection took a thoroughly modern direction, with minidresses, windbreakers, floor-length tassels and easy tailoring running through, enlivened by a puchy palette of shocking pinks and rich jewel tones.

On Saturday evening, Roksanda presented their Spring/Summer 2026 collection in the suitably grand Chancery Rosewood hotel, formerly the American Embassy. Taking inspiration from Barbara Hepworth’s fluid designs, the sculptural influence was felt throughout. Colour and texture imbued the collection with drama: painterly prints and lustrous silks were offset by stark black contrasts, employed with restraint and control, while burnt orange and mulberry hues added richness. Details such as a knot tie at the waist or an exaggerated collar underscored Roksanda’s eye for theatrics, while fringing appeared in both playful, abbreviated bursts on black dresses and in the ethereal finale gown, a jellyfish-like cascade of mulberry.

Naomi Campbell opened Richard Quinn’s London runway show on Saturday night, gliding down an orchestra-scored catwalk in a body-skimming velvet gown, punctuated by a single white flower at the chest. From there, Quinn leaned into his signature codes—florals, bows, tulle and sweeping volumes rendered in a palette that oscillated between butter yellows, dark navys and bright whites.

We're settling into day 4 of London Fashion, and already spotting a few emerging trends ripple out across multiple shows. At KENT&CURWEN and TOVE, designers steered away from plunging necklines, instead favouring mock-neck silhouettes crafted from thick cottons and subtly folded to create a finish that feels smart yet understated.

Joining the likes of Di Petsa, Yuhan Wang, Kenuria, Mithridate and Bora Aksu, Ashley Williams doubled down on the pastel-pink trend that has been steadily emerging across London Fashion Week’s SS26 shows. True to her playful spirit, Williams kept to a peppy palette, weaving in soft blues and buttery yellows. Sixties-inspired silhouettes were offset by sharply layered hair, lending a kitsch edge to a collection that felt characteristically humorous and bright.

Opening with soft chiffon drapery in delicious, muted tones Marques'Almeida’s collection felt as romantic as it was wearable. The house’s talent lies in making grand gestures—billowing volumes and sumptuous fabrics—feel grounded, achieved through its signature styling of wide-leg trousers, frayed hems and flat shoes. A refreshingly diverse cast brought the pieces to life, with women of varying ages and body shapes walking the runway. Set against sweeping views from the 59th floor of a new Bishopsgate high-rise, the show itself felt quite literally among the clouds.

One of London Fashion Week’s most anticipated names, Simone Rocha unveiled her SS26 collection on Sunday afternoon—immediately becoming a resounding favourite among our editors. Skirt hoops introduced controlled volume with a vintage nod, while oversized bows, pillow worn like clutches, and sparkles, lace and floral accents played into Rocha’s signature romanticism.

Erdem’s SS26 collection drew inspiration from Hélène Smith, the 19th-century Swiss medium who claimed to have lived many lives—as a member of the French court, an Indian princess and even a traveller of Martian skies. Her dreamlike visions, often dismissed in her time, provided the starting point for a show centred on reinvention and self-mythology. Deconstructed lace pieces, worn almost inside out, were sculpted into crinoline-style hip exaggerations, while satin bow flats anchored looks. Pops of punchy pink, lime green and emerald punctuated the collection with energy as the collection moved towards the finale. Elsewhere, striped suits with matching shirts offered a fresh spin on the three-piece, and flourishes of fringing, trains and florals linked Erdem’s vision to wider trends rippling through London Fashion Week.

"As Conner Ives, the 29-year-old American expat, told me backstage at this debut Spring/Summer show on the London Fashion Week calendar, this season wasn't just about protecting the dolls, but employing, elevating and dressing them too." ToldBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing 's SEO Writer, Ava Gilchrist. "With 90% of the cast identifying as gender non-conforming, the show really was about self-expression. On the beauty front, the makeup look had a soft glam feel with a touch of vintage hedonism, including diffused, dreamy skin in an homage to Valley of the Dolls, chisled cheekbones in an homage to German super, Veruschka von Lehndorff, and neon lips. These complemented the '80s aerobics meets candy rave feel of the collection—a tone that was cemented from the moment fluorescent lights illuminated the stark white space of the Saatchi Yates gallery. As pop divas like Robyn and Nelly Furtado sang out over the runway, it really did feel like a celebration of the designer's world. Who doesn't want to dance with Conner's angels?"

Comprising frothy layers, pretty pastels and airy volume, Susan Fang's collection felt like a natural evolution of the brand's signature style. A collaboration with Nike saw the label's feminine dresses paired with chunky trainers, while 3D-printed bags sprouted all-over mushroom motifs. Beaded shirting, breezy beach-babe moments and a handful of ethereal bridal looks rounded out the whimsical show.

"The Barbican Centre's Ironmongers Hall should've been the first clue at what Turkish-born, British-based designer Dilara Findikoğlu had in store for us—babydoll dresses that look liked they had been crafted from stained doilies, sultry tailoring that appeared like something Heathcliff might've torn Catherine Earnshaw out of if Wuthering Heights was more erotica and less yearning, armour-inspired face coverings and chunky metal bangles that snaked up the models arm.  With a stellar cast that included Naomi Campbell and Amelia Grey, it really did feel like the brand lived up to the chatter that surrounds it, especially as almost 200 people were turned away after the brand couldn't accommodate the hordes of people who turned out in droves to see it first hand! (Even more watched on from a nearby pub at content creator Lyas' watch party.) Everything was equally deconstructed and ripped apart at the seams, leaving an apparition of something a little gothic, ghostly and ghastly at the same time. (Especially as one model wore a babydoll dress with latex opera gloves and a horsebit mouth gag!) Think: A sickly Victorian child gets lost on in the woods before coming back with their clothing a little mud-stained and dishevelled, almost like something untoward happened without being able to put your finger on what. A cage of innocence, as Dilara coined her show, indeed." — SEO Writer, Ava Gilchrist