In true Brit fashion, the Londoners delivered a healthy serving of varied, yet impeccably styled looks this September for London Fashion Week. Parading across East London, the city’s most stylish arrived in packs sporting the slickest trends from the country’s hottest designers.
We spotted a number of enduring trends that have continued to build for the past few years, whilst noting a few new arrivals that have won the hearts of the style set in recent month.
From surprising new trends, to old favourites that endure for good reason, see below my favourite trends from the London streets this past Fashion Week.
1. PLENTY OF PLEATS
Style notes: As we start dressing for autumn, summer’s billowy maxi skirt has been usurped by its structured sister, the pleated style. Adding swish to your step, the fashion-crow favourited all styles of pleats during London Fashion Week this September.
Shop the look:
Chopova Lowena
Fugen Pleated Taffeta Midi Skirt
Chopova Lowena’s grungy pleated skirt was spotted all over the streets this London Fashion Week.
Go back-to-basics with a simple black pleated midi to get the look.
Sacai
Pleated Pinstriped Asymmetric Wool And Poplin Midi Skirt
Asymmetric skirts are another rising trend this autumn/winter.
Me+Em
Flannel Pleated Mini Skirt
Style a chic mini with semi-sheer tight and boots as we move further into autumn.
2. CITY TRENCH
Style Notes: Is there any other clothing item more synonymous with London style than a classic trend coat? The street style set think not. Fairing well against the unpredictable weather, showgoers who bundled up checked the box of both stylish and dry during the drizzly weekend.
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Sea
Beatriz Layered Belted Cotton Trench Coat
This two-piece trench is at the top of my autumn wishlist.
The Row
Badva Hooded Draped Cotton Trench Coat
Perfectly oversized, this draped trench is a no-brainer.
Mango
Double-Button Trench Coat
This also comes in a beige shade.
COS
Classic Belted Trench Coat
The thick tonal belt completes this chic classic trench.
3. SMART STUDS
Style notes: Though London style has evolved enormously over the past few decades, if you walk the streets during Fashion Week you’ll find that many Brits still have a soft spot for the city’s grungy roots. Plenty of studs were spotted peppering showgoers outfits for a hardy take on Fashion Week dressing.
Shop the look:
Khaite
Studded Denim Jacket
Perfectly oversized, this studded denim jacket is the answer to our autumn wishes.
Self-Portrait
Square Crystal-Embellished Mesh Down
The perfect party-season dress.
Stradivarius
Studded Ballet Flats
Dip your toe into the trend and start with some studded flats.
Isabel Marant
Oskan Moon Studded Leather Shoulder Bag
Half-moon bags are an enduring trend we can’t get enough of.
4. DOUBLE DENIM
Style Notes: When done right, double denim is a failsafe for a chic ensemble. Play around with different cuts and variations in shades, or choose a matching denim set for a put-together look.
Shop the look:
The Frankie Shop
Dallas Oversized Denim Shirt
Style with the matching jeans or a simple mini skirt and white tank top.
The Frankie Shop
Sasha Oversized Wide-Leg Jeans
So comfortable, you’ll forget you’re wearing jeans at all.
COS
Oversized Denim Shirt
Style with ballet flats or retro trainers.
5. MARY JANES
Style Notes: There was one undisputed king of the London streets this fashion week, the Mary Jane shoe. Sported with oversized layers, feminine dresses and simples jeans, the Mary Jane slipper was the shoe of choice this Fashion Week.
Shop the look:
Miu Miu
Leather Ballet Flats
Miu Miu’s flats are at the top of my wishlist.
Vibi Venezia
Blanket-Stitched Cotton-Canvas Mary Jane Flats
We spotted so many Vibi Venezia flats this London Fashion Week.
Jacquemus
Rondes Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats
Mango
Square Toe Leather Ballerina
Square-toe shoes are a growing trend this autumn.
6. GREY SUITING
Style Notes: As in previous years, the straight-forward suit set had its time at London Fashion Week. This year, instead of styling colourful sets, the fashion crowd pared it back to a refined, grey shade that they wore head-to-toe.
Shop the look:
Mango
Structured Suit Blazer – Women | Mango United Kingdom
These three piece suit comes Margo Robbie approved.
Mango
Structured Suit Waistcoat
Wear with the matching set or style this waist coat on its own.
Every wardrobe needs a reliable pair of wool trousers.
The Frankie Shop
Gelso Oversized Tencel-Blend Blazer
7. DRESSES OVER TROUSERS
Style Notes: We’ve seen the noughties trend permeate into the mainstream in the form of low rise jeans, ballet flats and wedges in recent months, but now we’re spotting the fashion set revitalise an old styling trick loved in the early ’00s: skirts and dresses over jeans. Styling up trending mesh dresses over sleek, straight-leg trousers, the fashion set have put a fresh spin on the old-favourite.
Shop the look:
Jacquemus
La Robe Piombone Tulle Maxi Dress
Layer with smart trousers or a subtle slip.
COS
Tailored Wool Trousers
These come in four other colours.
Acne Studios
Delouise Asymmetrical Midi Dress
The perfect winter wedding guest dress.
H&M
Straight Leg Trousers
Black straight-leg trousers will never let you down.
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