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London Fashion Week has always been known for its distinct and rebellious style, setting itself apart from the more conventional fashion capitals. While New York Fashion Week showcased more refined and polished styles that are sure to become future classics, London’s focus was on experimentation and pushing creative boundaries.

This year’s event featured an impressive mix of established British brands and fresh new faces, providing a diverse range of perspectives and aesthetics. And while the runway shows were undoubtedly the main attraction, the event was much more than just a showcase of clothing.

To kick off London Fashion Week, the popular clothing brand Wolf and Badger held a party at their flagship store at Kings Cross. The event offered attendees the chance to browse the latest collection while sipping on delicious cocktails. It was a great opportunity for fashion enthusiasts to connect with one another before the start of the busy week ahead. With the store filled with beautiful pieces, from chic blouses to trendy accessories, it was a great way to start the week in style. Wolf and Badger proved to be an excellent start to London Fashion Week, setting the tone for what was to come over the next few days. As far as the London Fashion Week 2023 highlights go, the recently concluded events have offered a diverse and thrilling lineup of shows, featuring both established designers and up-and-coming talent. While Burberry’s first collection under the leadership of Daniel Lee was one of the most highly-anticipated shows of the week, there were numerous other noteworthy moments that captured the attention of the fashion world. Rue Agthonis was one of the designers kicking of the first few days;

Rue Agthonis

Rue Agthonis presented her latest collection in an Art Gallery, next to modern art, ballerinas and a DJ.

As fashion month comes to a close, many in the industry are feeling a sense of relief as it was the first event in a while that felt ‘normal.’ This celebratory feeling was reflected in the collections, which were filled with stunning occasionwear and the most stunning dresses, perfect for the upcoming end-of-year party season. From dreamy tulle creations to intricate embellishments, delicate lace details, and flattering silhouettes, this week’s fashion shows exuded a sense of joy and optimism that was truly infectious. Drawing inspiration from Renaissance-era dressing, designers like Richard Quinn, Erdem, and Emilia Wickstead showcased poised and pretty collections that had us itching to waltz the night away.

Richard Quinn’s Cinderella x Football show

Surely sports and fancy prom-like clothing could never mix well together? Wrong! Richard Quinn’s models walked on a grass catwalk, while showing us something entirely new but somehow something just right. Richard Quinn pulled off this difficult mixed task with ease.

As we look ahead to Milan Fashion Week 2023, we can expect the partywear trend to continue in full force. After all, who doesn’t love an excuse to dress up and celebrate?

This season’s fashion trend can be summed up in three words: less is more. And nowhere was this more apparent than at London Fashion Week. Designers at the bi-annual event have been experimenting with sheer fabrics and nude tones, resulting in some seriously sexy looks.

At the Julien Macdonald show on February 19, one model strutted down the catwalk in a flesh-toned bodysuit adorned with gorgeous silver shards that created a stunning hourglass effect. Even the shoes were transparent, making for a head-to-toe naked look. Meanwhile, AADNEVIK and Feben both played with see-through fabrics. AADNEVIK opted for eye-catching sparkles in sexy silhouettes, including a cut-out frock and a bandeau dress. Over at Feben, a model went braless down the runway in a sheer turtleneck and nude knickers.

The women’s fashion brand O Pioneers held an intimate event where they showcased their latest collection of dresses featuring beautiful flower patterns. The event was attended by fashion enthusiasts and industry professionals who were eager to get a first look at the brand’s newest offerings. The dresses on display were a stunning display of craftsmanship and design, featuring intricate floral patterns that were both delicate and bold. The collection consisted of a variety of styles, all of which were adorned with gorgeous floral prints that ranged from dainty blossoms to larger, more dramatic blooms. Many guests were die hard-fans of the brand and were luckily able to speak with the designers behind the brand and learn more about their inspiration for the collection.

Other presentations included r.l.e;

R.l.e debuted their AW23 collection in The White Loft, Underwood Works during London Fashion Week. The venue was transformed into an ethereal vision of white light and a blank slate, allowing the collection to flood the room with colour and imagination.

During the last day of fashion week, Fashion designer Isabella Smith added extra artistic creativity to Fashion Week as she held an immersive presentation event that allowed the audience to paint the models wearing her collection. The event showcased the collection through the audience’s paintings rather than traditional photographs.

In conclusion, London Fashion Week 2023 delivered an exciting and diverse lineup of shows, showcasing established designers and up-and-coming talent. The event was a celebration of fashion and creativity, and its joyous spirit was reflected in the collections, which were filled with stunning occasionwear and gorgeous dresses. The naked trend was also a standout feature, with designers experimenting with sheer fabrics and nude tones to create some seriously sexy looks. This year Fashion Week received visitors like Brian May (during the “This Is Icon” charity awards where his wife was a recipient), Justin Bieber (during the Moncler immersive experience) and many more world stars. As fashion month comes to a close, we can look forward to the continuation of the partywear trend at Milan Fashion Week 2023. Overall, London Fashion Week proved once again that it is a vital part of the fashion world, offering a unique and rebellious perspective that sets it apart from other fashion capitals.

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