London Fashion Week is back, and hundreds of designers will showcase their Spring/Summer 2025 collections. This year’s event promises an exciting mix of vivid colours, creative patterns, and attention-grabbing accessories. From bold colours and maximalist patterns to re-purposed clothes, here are five key trends to look out for.
Firstly, the “unexpected blue theory” trend is adding a pop of blue to a muted or neutral outfit to create an eye-catching and elevated look. Designer Adam Laws thinks cornflower and cobalt blue will make a particular appearance across the shows. During the February London Fashion Week, pastel hues were all over the runway. Expect soft pastel shades like lemon and peach that “are symbols of home and brighter times” by designer Patrick McDowell.
Secondly, we can expect to see a lot of maximalist patterns like florals, spikes, fur, and fringes. We can also expect a variety of textures, prints, and shapes that evoke creativity and playfulness. Abstract and surrealist-inspired prints, geometric shapes, and hand-drawn illustrations will dominate.
Thirdly, the accessory is the outfit. We will see big and slouchy bags debuting on the runways, and the T-bar shoe coming back in style. Jewellery is all about self-expression this fashion week, featuring brightly coloured gemstones like rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.
Fourthly, fashion from bygone decades is an inspiration to designers this year, and this year’s fashion week is no exception. Designers are going for a nostalgic rollercoaster by channelling the 70s hedonism and Boho aesthetic through printed chiffon, floating shapes, and T-bar shoes.
Lastly, re-purposed garments take centre stage this fashion week. Oxfam will begin with its runway show, showcasing collection made from pre-loved fabrics, recycled materials, and zero-waste designs. eBay will also be running a live, shoppable runway show, presenting pre-loved looks from designers like Khaite, Off-White, Christopher Kane, and Simone Rocha. Sustainability will play a significant role for many designers this year. Designer Lucy Tammam creates a one-of-a-kind dress, One Dress: PLANET, in collaboration with Stop Ecocide International, featuring a series of hand-embroidered motifs of endangered flower and plant species. Expect to see more archive fashion, upcycled clothing, bespoke pieces using surplus fabrics, and rental pieces
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