Mark Fast is well-known for his ability to mix couture with streetwear. His Spring/Summer 2025 runway show in London was no different - a complete masterclass on making the couture look undeniably cool. The show felt like an ode to underground music, with every piece radiating an electrifying energy which could be felt across the room, it was like every piece was trying to convey a different beat or sound, while taking classic silhouettes and pushing them into unexpected bold territories.
Photography by Iker Aldama
Take the stone-washed denim, for example. It wasn’t your usual streetwear staple—it had an elevated edge, styled to feel both aspirational and functional. And those bandage dresses? They came in everything from muted neutrals to neon brights, balancing elegance with an undeniable attitude.
One standout was the Stone Rose Crochet Dress, fringed at the hips and perfectly capturing Fast’s knack for intricate design with modern flair.
But what truly defines Mark Fast is his signature knitwear. His technical precision and creative vision were on full display this season, from open-knit weaves to body-hugging, sculpted silhouettes. Fast, who studied at Central Saint Martins and completed his MA in 2008, has always pushed the boundaries of knitwear technology.
He’s known for blending lycra with luxury textiles, and this collection was no exception, featuring knit pieces that felt as much like sculpture as clothing. Each piece is knitted by hand on domestic machines, forming to the body as it’s created—a process that makes his knitwear feel both sensual and experimental.
This season also saw the brand playing with sportswear-inspired elements, like elastic mesh and wind-resistant layers, but in true Fast style, they were fused seamlessly with the precision and luxury of demi-couture. The mix of performance fabrics and couture techniques made the collection both bold and functional, with each piece offering a statement in its own right.
The color palette ranged from black and stone grey to soft lilacs and vivid neons, capturing that rebellious, individualistic spirit that defines Fast’s work. It’s the kind of luxury-meets-sportswear chic that the brand is known for, making Fast a favorite among strong, powerful women, as well as a younger audience drawn to his embrace of youth culture. His designs have something for everyone, blending comfort with couture in a way that feels accessible yet aspirational.
