London Fashion Week will return in September for the spring/summer shows, which will run from September 16 to 20. More than 100 designers have been confirmed in the interim digital-physical hybrid timetable, published by the British Fashion Council.
The upcoming installment marks Burberry’s return to the LFW calendar, after a digital-only hiatus, and Raf Simons, who has previously shown his collections in Paris and New York, will also make his LFW debut.
As for the BFC NewGen show space, it will return to The Old Selfridges Hotel – the same venue that hosted the biggest real-life shows in last year’s spring offering. At that time, more than half of the collections were presented digitally due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
In addition to the physical displays that are more prevalent this time around, the return of BFC’s city-wide celebration – a curated program of events focused on ‘inclusion and awareness’ – is just one of the reasons why LFW will be extra special this year ( there’s more on that below).
Here’s everything you need to know about London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 23:
Which designers will be showing collections at the London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2023 shows?
The provisional schedule for LFW SS23 has revealed that brands such as Emilia Wickstead, Erdem, JW Anderson, Huishan Zhang, Molly Goddard and Simone Rocha will debut their collections for the season.
They will be joined by the likes of Burberry, Raf Simons, Molly Goddard, Rejina Pyo and Roksanda.
Fashion Trust winner Richard Quinn will return to the LFW calendar, as will Completedworks Fashion Trust recipients Richard Malone, Supriya Lele and Tove.
Raf Simons will present his collection physically and shows including Molly Goddard, Burberry, JW Anderson, Simone Rocha, Erdem and Roksanda will also be held in real life.
A final LFW schedule is expected to be released in mid-August. In the meantime, see the interim one here.
What top designer news should I know about for London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2023?
Raf Simons will show his collection at LFW for the first time, having previously shown in Milan and Paris.
The Belgian designer founded his own label in 2005 and is now co-creative director for Prada, having previously held senior positions as creative director at Christian Dior and Jil Sander, as well as creative chief of Calvin Klein.
He will present his spring/summer collection at 8pm on Friday 16 September.
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Simons said in a statement released on July 25: “It’s been a dream for a while to show in London – a city where fashion and creativity are omnipresent on the streets and where I see incredible people with a strong unique style. I’m extremely thrilled that this dream is now coming true, and I’m so happy to welcome the amazing people and faces that make up the London scene to my show. I can’t wait to see you and dance the night away.’
Burberry will return after a short hiatus and JW Anderson, who previously showed in Paris, will return to his London roots.
In other news, Victoria Beckham will be conspicuously absent from the LFW agenda as she joins the official line of Paris Fashion Week, which runs between September 26 and October 4.
Beckham previously hosted shows in New York for several years, but later joined the LFW calendar in 2018 to mark her brand’s 10th anniversary. However, she has not held a live show since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic – her last one took place in February 2020.
Other brands ditching London for the French capital include Australia’s Zimmermann and London-based AWAKE MODE.
The provisional Paris Fashion Week schedule will be released on August 22.
What else will be happening to mark London Fashion Week SS23?
BFC has confirmed the return of its city-wide celebration – a curated program of unique experiences and activations accessible to the public over LFW. It focuses on ‘inclusion and awareness’ to inspire forward-thinking fashion conversations through industry-wide engagement and partnerships.
A full schedule of events will be revealed later in the summer.
What UK-based newcomers can we expect to see during Fashion Week?
A rising designer to highlight is Matty Bovan, who launched his capsule collection in 2020 under the eponymous Bovan label.
Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana will support the Yorkshire-based British designer for his next fashion show, although it will be presented in Milan. This initiative resonates with Dolce&Gabbana’s commitment to supporting young talent.
With an emphasis on intricate craft, Bovan’s aesthetic ties to the Italian house, and he is already working alongside its style office on a new collection to be presented during MFW, with Dolce & Gabbana supplying fabrics and materials .
Bovan said: “I am very excited to announce that I will be showing my next collection in Milan, supported by Dolce & Gabbana.
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‘Mourning and handwork are at the heart of my work, something that I and this iconic maison have a great affinity with; The synergy after meeting Domenico and Stefano recently was evident.
“I’m still working on the idea that I will explore their archives and mix their historical work with my new product for next spring. I’m already feeling the turbo charge of this alliance!’
Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana of Dolce & Gabbana have said: “The colours, proportions and energy of Matty Bovan’s work reveal the extraordinary research and creative process behind each piece.
“Immediately we had a special understanding with him; we are delighted to be able to support Matty and the poetry of his vision.’
What happened to London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 22?
For SS22, most shows were held digitally or through small, appointment-only presentations to comply with Covid-19 measures at the time.
Victoria Beckham was among the designers who held an intimate preview, while Roland Mouret premiered a film at the Soho Hotel.
Temperley London, Vivienne Westwood, Molly Goddard and JW Anderson were some of the brands that previewed their collection virtually.
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Biggest IRL shows included Bora Aksu, David Koma, Erdem, Roland Mouret, Roksanda Richard Quinn and Simone Rocha.
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