London Has Spoken—These 6 Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2023
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ImaxtreeThere was a sense of romance, optimism and "dressing for the occasion" on the runways, with party clothes being a predominant fixture. Elaborate fabrics, dramatic silhouettes and pretty colours were all undercut in the way that only LFW designers know how—there's always something grungy and casual about the way Brits do fancy. From OTT T-shirts to a slew of see-through dresses (do you think they'll come with linings when they hit the shop floors?), these were the key trends of London Fashion Week's spring/summer 2023 shows.
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ImaxtreeMolly Goddard's tulle skirts are a signature style and never lose their power. I loved the vibrant coral tulle midi with an equally bold highlighter-pink cardigan.
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ImaxtreeChopova Lowena's pleated and belted skirts have been a popular street style choice. Just like Molly Goddard, this is one brand that remains true to its aesthetic year after year, so these styles are timeless despite their ability to make a statement.
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Courtesy of ErdemErdem's romantic full skirts and dresses were nothing short of breathtaking.
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ImaxtreeTrust Christopher Kane to give an oversized white T-shirt some sex appeal—this whole collection was risqué but in the very coolest ways.
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ImaxtreeDilara Findikoglu warped lace and satin dresses with metal-band tees to great effect.
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Courtesy of JW AndersonJW Anderson's creased and embellished T-shirt dress is going to be a streetwear favourite next year—trust me.
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ImaxtreePeople love 16 Arlington for its slinky dresses, and this shiny, see-through snake-print number somehow still manages to be understated thanks to the demure cut and soft grey hues.
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Courtesy of Huishan ZhangHuishan Zhang does unadultered pretty with extra sparkles on top—just the way we like it.
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ImaxtreeSimone Rocha's stunning dresses balance out sheer fabrics with volume and frivolity.
Everyone will ask you where you got this dress from.
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Courtesy of Rejina PyoThe entirety of Rejina Pyo's collection was like an amuse-bouche for fashion—a total refresher of the palette with charmingly muted (but still unusual) colours.
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ImaxtreeThis soft chartreuse dress from Eudon Choi was particularly darling.
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Courtesy of S.S. DaleyS.S. Daley's sage suiting sets the mood for a more pared-back spring/summer than we've seen in a while. Even the shoes (created in collaboration with Malone Souliers) match!
Soft-hued trench coats are a great way to tap into the look all year around.
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ImaxtreeLondon's designers love a barely there dress, but this season, it's all about counteracting the sass with ultra-long hemlines. Case in point: Nensi Dojaka.
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Courtesy of Karoline VittoKaroline Vitto's dedication to showcasing fabulous clothes on a more inclusive sizing range proves this kind of trend doesn't have to be for straight-size people only.
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Courtesy of Standing GroundStanding Ground is the the name to know from LFW this season, and these wrapped, draped and buckled maxi dresses are set to be popular for 2023.
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ImaxtreeLondon girls aren't shy of making an entrance or exit, which a trailing train is particularly good for. Here, Ancuta Sarca combines the formal idea with a sporty aesthetic.
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Courtesy of David KomaDavid Koma's designs are high-octane, and their trains come covered in sequins and feathers.
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ImaxtreeHalpern's disco-inspired eveningwear pieces were even more striking thanks to satin trains.
You could credit Prada with this whole train-revival moment.
Next up, Spring/Summer 2023 Fashion Trends: The 21 Looks You Need to Know About