The British Fashion Council recently announced the official schedule for London Fashion Week taking place in February between the 15th and 20th of the month. Below you will find the designers we are most excited for this season. CSM Central Saint Martins asserts itself as one of the pinnacles of fashion schools with students flying in from all over the world. It holds a steady position on the list of noteworthy shows to anticipate, offering a sense of innovation and curiosity as you observe the entrance of each successive model on the runway. Notable fashion designers who have passed through its halls include: KWK by Kay Kwok This futuristic brand embarks on its journey of experimental expression and creates some really intriguing shapes and silhouettes. JW Anderson The fashion label offers a modern take on masculinity and femininity, and over the past 15 years it has become popular for it's bold silhouettes and references. Dilara Findikoglu This Turkish - British designer has taken over our social media feeds in the past few months with many celebrities wearing her outfits to movie premieres and casual nights out. Richard Quinn Edward Crutchley Masha Popova

Arguably one of the most anticipated fashion shows of the global men's schedule is at Louis Vuitton, and all the eyes are on Pharrell WIlliams, who is presenting his third collection for the superbrand. Upbeat tribal music opened up the show and models started walking down the runway, which was set in a Mid-West village in the mountains during Winter time. Gigantic Louis Vuitton trunks were wheeled throughout the collection showcasing new colour combinations of the season. Of particular interest were heavily ornamented pieces throughout the collection and their more utilitarian and formal aesthetic, silky shirts, blazers and jacket, taking the Louis Vuitton brand away from the streetwear realm that it so conveniently inhabited for the past 8 years. Double denim was featured on multiple instances during the collection which references workwear, and as a styling component, there were chain necklaces and big pendants with a huge LV monogram. To create a bit more a silhouette, and break the double denim, the looks are styled with brown leather belts, brown leather jackets, or bags. Titled Paris x Virginia, it is an interesting clash between high European luxury and more traditional and classical Western fashion which was trying to fit in between tailored suits with sneakers and fur coats with Charleston trousers and cowboy boots.

In the heart of Milan Fashion Week's vibrant energy, K-Way captivated audiences with its latest FW24-25 collection. Set against the chic minimalist backdrop of BasicVillage Milan, the headquarters of BasicNet Group, the runway show was elevated by the artistic installations of Anna Franceschini. The collection was a masterclass in innovation, showcasing a spectrum of colors, shapes, and materials that epitomized K-Way’s commitment to high-quality design and functional elegance. Iconic Le Vrai 3.0 jackets, made from waterproof and breathable fabrics, were the stars of the show, appearing in various styles from sleek raincoats to urban-chic windbreakers, and even extending to stylish skirts and bags. The signature three-color zipper added a dynamic flair to each piece, complemented by geometric quilting adorning coats, tops, skirts, and trousers. Sustainability was at the forefront, with the collection featuring an exquisite blend of sustainable furs, scuba, sumptuous velvet, and luxurious wool. These carefully selected, ethically sourced materials underscored K-Way’s dedication to environmental and social responsibility. The collection embraced fearless experimentation, encouraging the art of layering and the playful mixing and matching of elements to create distinctive yet practical ensembles. Lorenzo Boglione, Executive Vice-President of BasicNet SpA and CEO of K-Way SpA and Sebago Srl, highlighted the focus on color, a core pillar of K-Way, which was celebrated against a pristine white box setting, accentuating the vibrant hues and tonalities of the technical garments. Marc Goehring's styling brought the fashion-forward approach to life, with jackets worn as skirts, monochrome looks in red, white, military green, navy blue, and light grey, and strong accessories like ski goggles, gaiters, and small handbags. The collection also ventured into office wear with buttoned-up shirts, ties, elegant quilted jackets, and formal trousers, blending day-to-day wardrobe staples with a pop of colour and technical touch. The collaboration with artist Anna Franceschini added a cultural dimension, merging art and fashion seamlessly. Franceschini’s innovative use of movement and form highlighted the brand’s ethos of protection and innovation, creating a dynamic synergy that resonated throughout the show. K-Way’s FW24-25 collection stood as a testament to the brand's journey between heritage and modernity, pushing the boundaries of design with bold, versatile materials and timeless style.

Milan Fashion Week! Embrace the tranquillity – In a world filled with ceaseless bustle and noise, Simon Cracker presents “La Nanna,” a collection that offers a departure from the chaos and a tranquil state of mind. Inspired by the magic moment just before falling asleep, where reality blurs and consciousness drifts, these pieces encapsulate the essence of this serene interlude. Drawing from James Joyce’s concept of the stream of consciousness, “La Nanna” embraces the art of upcycling not as an end but as a tool to weave intricate narratives. Channelling the sentiments expressed in Banana Yoshimoto’s ‘Asleep,’ the collection’s faded colour palette and ethereal textures reflect the theme of protection and self-care. Garments crafted with the upcycling technique exude a weathered elegance, as old sequins and silvery paints evoke the impression of dust or raindrops. Traditional men’s tailoring, a cornerstone of the brand’s DNA, is imbued with a sense of softness, mirroring the subtle patina of time. Pearls cascade from felted fabrics and vintage bed sheets, evoking the gentle illumination of moonlight. Notably, the collection features denim pieces hand-printed by Sue Clowes, infusing the garments with a dreamy vision. Simon and Filippo, the creative minds behind the collection, emphasize that true rebellion lies not only in knowledge but also in kindness, offering a message of serenity and compassion.

In a digital age where fashion often lives on screens, Federico Cina delivered viral-worthy moments at Milan Fashion Week. Models carried unconventional props like concrete pillars and ferried fellow models on their shoulders, creating buzz-worthy visuals. The grand finale saw the cast dramatically rip through a pristine white scrim, symbolizing a break from constraints as they walked the runway one final time. Yet, beneath these eye-catching gimmicks lay a deeply compelling collection that emphasized geometric precision, rich textures, and a soft color palette. The “Colors of Nothing” collection for Fall/Winter 24-25 explored profound themes of change, transformation, and existential reflection. Federico Cina's collection delved into the philosophical, contemplating life's brutal shifts, the process of undressing, and the transition to adulthood. The colors of the collection mirrored the winter fog, with gray, dark, and transparent hues capturing the essence of transformation. Cina drew inspiration from varied sources, including the paintings of Luigi Grossi, which aim to give color to human emotions, and the austere aesthetics of brutalist architecture as conceptualized by Adolf Loos. Additionally, the transformative visions of video artist Bill Viola and the classical sensibilities of Salvatore Settis enriched the collection's narrative. This dialogue between art and architecture resulted in designs that were clean, precise, and geometrically rigorous, focusing on the fundamental essence of form. One standout piece was the Tortellino bag, a soft yet sculptural accessory inspired by traditional symbols. The “Colors of Nothing” collection embraced the strength found in vulnerability and self-reconstruction, symbolizing the act of building oneself from within. With rigid constructions and exact lines, the collection marked a departure from Cina’s previous eclectic inspirations, reflecting a mature approach to design. The Fall 2024 line underscored the designer's ongoing exploration of personal growth and the shedding of what is no longer needed, reinforcing his unique and evolving aesthetic.

Mrs. Prada said backstage: “In this moment you can’t avoid talking about subjects that are relevant. For instance, nature.” As she and Raf Simons jointly explained, the thinking behind the collection was intimately entangled with the notion of our natural environment—how we are insulated from it, and how to go back to it. Added Simons: “Most people’s screensavers are nature but then at the end we sit in this very synthetic human made environment.” There is simple assertion, of a deep and essential human need to connect with the world around us. The seasonal rhythms of nature, the natural order, determine gestures within garments. These clothes in turn reflect and react to their surroundings, to these disparate and distinct environments, interior and exterior. This collection is about something basic - the emotional instinct to remain attached to something that we know, the cycles of nature. A world with seasons, with weather, not an artificial reality. These clothes reflect the idea of the environment and of the seasons - wherever you may live. There is a sense of the outdoors, of the actuality of nature, and direct expression of the desire to go outside, to experience the world. For the Fall/Winter Prada 2024 menswear show, AMO creates a set design juxtaposing an office interior with a natural landscape. Demonstrating the paradoxical dichotomy between these two coexisting worlds, this show explores fundamental truths of humanity, our natural instincts, our emotional needs.