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Our Favorite Moments From London Fashion Week FW26

From King Charles attending Tolu Coker to the Paul Mescal tribute at the Central Saint Martins M.A. show.

Our Favorite Moments From London Fashion Week FW26

From King Charles attending Tolu Coker to the Paul Mescal tribute at the Central Saint Martins M.A. show.

The Fall/Winter 2026 season of London Fashion Week is officially over and out, and with the full five days now under our belt, it’s safe to say we’ve seen some pretty impressive things. Officially kicking off our festivities was the royalty-approved showcase from Tolu Coker, followed by a grand old runway from Harris Reed, and a ton of emerging designer inspiration courtesy of the students at Central Saint Martins.

Taking us through to day two, we were treated to an eclectic collection from Berlin-based label LUEDER, followed by a welcome presentation from Fiorucci and Sinead Gorey, plus a return to inclusivity on the runway thanks to Karoline Vitto. Fan favorites like Simone Rocha and Chopova Lowena then returned to the runway this season, followed by the big closing show, as always, from Burberry.

Scroll through to see our favorite shows, and stay tuned for more fashion week coverage coming soon from Milan.

Tolu Coker

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Both fashion royalty and actual royalty turned up to Tolu Coker’s FW26 showcase this season, marking the end of her NEWGEN tenure in the biggest possible way. From King Charles III in the front row to the impromptu performance by Little Simz, the show was undoubtedly one of the biggest highlights of the season already. Along with the killer showcase, front-row guests and music, the collection debuted an upcoming, 18-piece collaboration with Topshop, merging British tailoring, classic denim and vintage-inspired detailing.

Central Saint Martins

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Every year, one thing we can count on is that grad shows never disappoint. Central Saint Martins is a regular showstopper, with MA graduates looking to grab the attention of editors, brands and buyers, and they did just that. On Thursday night, 23 budding designers showcased their graduate collections, and there were endless highlights. Oli Clarke executed the art of virality with his T-shirt designs featuring headline-grabbing slogans such as “Paul Mescal” and “Cigarette.” Cigarettes were a popular theme, also showing up in one of Macy Grimshaw’s looks, poking out of a stiff, rusty bodice. Finally, Yodea closed out the show with an impressive structural look reminiscent of some very heavy machinery. This is the next generation of designers, and it’s looking very promising.

Harris Reed

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Harris Reed officially ushered in a new era of inclusivity with the debut of “Fluid Bridal” during his Fw26 showcase. Staged within the Claridge’s Hotel ballroom, the collection marks Reed’s largest offering to date with 19 looks, including four bridal pieces, one of which was inspired by the first bespoke wedding dress Reed created for Camille Charriere. Beyond the bridal suite, the collection explores technical tailoring that moves away from Reed’s traditional Savile Row influences, including panniers on the hips, a heavy helping of texture play and tiger prints.

Fiorucci

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Fiorucci made a welcome return to London this season, taking a break from its Italian HQ to debut its new Fall/Winter 2026 collection. Opting for a presentation format, the “MEMORIE” collection was showcased around a pool table, taking inspiration from retro-futuristic aesthetics. Debuting a collaboration with Italian artist Francesco Casarotto of Agglomerati, the collection featured handcrafted masquerade-style masks, paired with dalmation prints, bright red accents and signature Fiorucci motifs like angels and lips, but not as you know them…

Mithridate

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Marking Daniel Fletcher‘s first anniversary as the brand’s creative director, Mithridate’s FW26 reminds us of the relationship between the brand’s birthplace of Guangzhou and its new London home. Presenting a more “grown-up” and refined offering, the collection paired subtle nods to British heritage (like tweed fabrics, pea coats and tailoring) with the craftsmanship of its Chinese atelier. Deep wintery hues and jewel tones like burgundy, forest green and chocolate brown are paired with vibrant hits of red and ochre, further emphasizing the brand’s duality. Elsewhere, the collection took inspiration from Mithridate’s new London-based studio in Borough, replicating merchant labels, bottle prints and its surrounding blooms, signalling a new era has arrived.

Natasha Zinko

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Natasha Zinko cast Spice Girls‘ Mel B in her “Family Bizness” runway, and built an unruly family portrait that we couldn’t look away from. Each look channelled a family member. The overworked babysitter in slouched layers, the grandparents wrapped in house coats and the so-over-it cousins in lace and heels. Plus, look a little closer and you’ll see the house spills into the clothes, too. Robes as outerwear. Takeaway bags clutched like heirlooms. eBay boxes worn as accessories. And yes, there’s a mouse in this house, stomping around in the form of furry footwear. This show was irreverent, a little feral and totally Zinko!

Chopova Lowena

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Chopova Lowena has managed to create a cult-like following of characters thanks to those carabiner tartan skirts, but the brand is much more than one viral item. On the scene for close to a decade, Emma Chopova and Lauren Lowena take folkloric textiles and prints bordering on kitsch and turn them into house codes with actual staying power. This season, the brand’s presentation saw Regency-era silhouettes blended with golf course fashion and plenty of silver hardware. The brand also introduced a new intimates line, with bras and underwear featuring playful poems and cartoon animals. Staged inside the 19th-century Crafts Council building in Islington, mannequins were styled by a V&A Museum expert and surrounded by a mini golf course, while floral cupcakes and petal-filled cocktails were served. This was proof that you don’t need a runway to create a memorable LFW moment.

TOGA

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Under the direction of designer Yasuko Furuta, TOGA explored how fabrics respond to physical stress in its collection titled “PULL, CRUMPLE, PRESSED.” By actively stretching, bunching and contorting the garments, the team embraced spontaneous alterations to highlight the delicate balance between structural rigidity and adaptable wear. Standout looks from the collection include large fur hand-warmers, sequins skirting and large jeweled brooches. The product offering also introduced plaid tote bags with transparent pockets, as a window to see inside.

CompletedWorks

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan CompletedWorks staged a micro-play written by Laura Waldren and starring Jemima Kirke as Régine McQueen and Camille Charrière as her assistant. The hyper-stylized dinner party preparation was a satirical comedy that saw Kirke make a Bloody Mary cocktail while examining identity and display through humor. The presentation also introduced the brand’s new collaboration with ASICS for a line of custom sneakers. This creative showcase was a great way to start the Saturday.

Johanna Parv

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Designer and renowned biking enthusiast Johanna Parv presented her FW26 show in East London, with bike seats for guests to sit on. Known for her clothes inspired by cycling gear and aesthetics, she showcased slim-fit jackets and trousers made from soft nylons with pieces made to stretch and featuring hidden zips and compartments. Practicality was key. The palette remained dark with black and grey, occasionally offset by a pop of red. Cycling never looked so good.

Di Petsa

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Di Petsa staged its latest spectacle inside Bacchanalia, the decadent dining room designed by Damien Hirst. Titled “Medusa’s Lover,” the collection explored themes of power, eroticism and rebirth, reimagining the Gorgon not as a monster, but as a muse. The serpent appeared in small details, including snake tattoos stamped onto the models’ skin, scale-like textures embossed into fabric and a darker, more dangerous palette than seasons past. Leomie Anderson closed the show, striding in a leather wet-look dress, signalling a powerful new era for the brand.

Labrum

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Foday Dumbuya’s LABRUM FW26 proved that cloth is quite literally history you can touch. The energy and sense of community in the room were palpable as always, peaking with the “passport print” laser etched into Japanese indigo denim, a clever gesture that transforms the bureaucracy of travel into texture. The runway crescendo arrived with the Adidas collaboration, featuring heritage infused running gear and the Adizero Evo SL stamped with cowrie shell motifs.

Simone Rocha

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Simone Rocha debuted a new collaboration with adidas Originals this season, featuring women’s clothing, kicks and accessories. Blending adidas’s sporting heritage with Simone signatures, the offering paired classic track jackets with tulle skirts and puffed sleeves, transformed sporty shorts into silky hot pants and added baby pink ruffles to three-stripe long-sleeves — and we loved it.

Burberry

london fashion week, tolu coker, king charles, paul mescal, runway, dresses, tartan Daniel Lee presented Burberry’s latest collection during London Fashion Week, marking the official close of London’s FW26 season. As always, the collection took its inspiration from the brand’s London-centric roots, acting as an ode to “going out in a particularly London way,” according to Lee. Featuring Romeo Beckham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley on the runway and the sounds of FKA twigs, the elevated showcase brought Burberry all the way back.