What to expect on the catwalk at London Fashion Week February 2025
The latest London Fashion Week (LFW) runs from February 20-24, and fashion enthusiasts from all over the world are waiting impatiently to see what trends the new collections for the coming autumn-winter (AW25) season will reveal.
Founded in 1984 by the British Fashion Council, LFW has established itself alongside the big fashion weeks in Milan, New York, and Paris. It offers a space for both established designers and young talent to showcase creative and original new looks. It aligns with the British spirit of creativity and playfulness, making it unique and highly anticipated in the fashion industry.
Fashion weeks are about predicting the future, and London Fashion Week 2025 will be no different. Here are some thoughts about what might dominate the first LFW runway of 2025 according to social media and the London Fashion Week themes.
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Sustainability at the forefront
Image by Eeva Rinne courtesy of the British Fashion Council
One of LFW’s 2025 themes is sustainability as the fashion industry increasingly embraces eco-friendly and sustainable practices. Designers are not only moving toward tailored fits and contemporary twists but also using innovative materials such as recycled fabrics to create their collections.
As well as structured suiting softened with feminine details, metallic accents, or sheer layering, innovative textures, like up-cycled materials, biodegradable fabrics and creative patchworks are expected. This eco-friendly movement could lead the designers to use palettes that are inspired by nature, with warm earth-tone colours like sage and clay. Key colour trends at LFW AW25 could be vibrant reds, deep blues, and rich jewel tones, as well as monochromatic neutrals.
Gender-neutral fashion revolution
LFW is known for its gender-neutral fashion, combining collections with traditional menswear tailoring with softer, free-flowing elements and multi-functional pieces designed for versatility. We cannot forget the fantasy elements and high drama in detail – big boots and oversized clothing – accompanied by chunky jewellery. Furthermore, a nod to 80s glam combined with contemporary sleekness; something we can call ‘nostalgia meets futurism’, and it is something that fashionistas are looking forward to seeing.
Tech-forward fashion
As we move further into the digital age, fashion technology integration is becoming increasingly important. LFW AW25 will see designers experimenting with technology in ways that we have never seen before. We expect to see tech innovations in retail and on the runway, from wearable technology like LED-infused fabrics, and reflective materials to digital aesthetics such as glitch effects, and prints inspired by the metaverse.
Conclusion
LFW AW25 promises to be something we have never seen, not just for the upcoming season but for the future of fashion. With eco-friendly trends, technology and innovation, the event will continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of design.
By Stella Suarez, a student on the BA Journalism course at London College of Communication
