London Fashion Week returns to London on Thursday 12 September 2024, celebrating its 40th anniversary. Presented by 1664 Blanc and curated by the British Fashion Council, the celebration will include over 1,000 events across the city, with more than 350 brands participating. This year’s programme showcases the best of British fashion and highlights London’s global influence in the industry. Even if you’re not attending the shows, there will be plenty of public events, from pop-up exhibitions and events to retail experiences, celebrating both established and emerging designers. Here is our guide to getting involved in London Fashion Week.

Art exhibitions

RÆBURN 15 | RETROSPECTIVE

#FLODown: Curated by visual storyteller Harris Elliott, RÆBURN 15 | RETROSPECTIVE explores the remarkable journey of a designer brand that started as a bold experiment and grew to reshape the fashion industry. Over the past 15 years, RÆBURN has led the way in disrupting norms, driving innovation, and championing circular design. This exhibition is not just a reflection on the past—it’s a forward-looking celebration, spotlighting the work of trailblazers across various fields, while offering a glimpse into the future of our brand and the broader creative landscape.

Date: 15 - 17 September 2024. Time: 12pm - 5pm. Location: The Lab E20, 3-4 East Walk, East Village, E20 1JB. raeburndesign.co.uk.

Naomi: In Fashion

#FLODown: NAOMI: In Fashion at the V&A celebrates Naomi Campbell’s extraordinary 40-year career, featuring over 100 iconic outfits, including her look from Sarah Burton’s final Alexander McQueen show, the pink Valentino ensemble from the 2019 Met Gala, and the infamous Vivienne Westwood platform shoes worn during her famous 1993 catwalk fall. Discover pieces from designers such as Versace, Anna Sui, Azzedine Alaïa, Burberry, Chanel, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Yves Saint Laurent. Gain insights into Campbell's early career, her impactful activism, and her support for emerging creatives, all alongside striking fashion photography. Click here for a visual preview.

Date: 22 June 2024 - 6 April 2025. Location: V&A South, Kensington, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL. Price: £18. Concessions available. Book now.

Click here for more fashion exhibitions to see in London this autumn through to 2025. 

Wellness

Alo Lights Up London

#FLODown: As the Official Wellness Partner of London Fashion Week, Alo is bringing a Los Angeles-inspired wellness experience to the UK. Attendees can visit the Alo Oasis at 180 Strand for recovery and relaxation, or explore wellness events across London. Alo's activities include in-store events, the Alo Runners Club, and fitness classes with local partners, available at all three of their London stores.

Date: 12 - 17 September 2024. Location: 180 Strand, Regent Street, Brompton Road and King’s Road stores in London. aloyoga.com.

Pop-ups

1664 Blanc

#FLODown: As the principal partner of London Fashion Week, 1664 Blanc will celebrate the event's 40th anniversary by bringing its iconic blue bottle to the East Piazza in Covent Garden for an exciting pop-up experience. This super-premium drinks brand will create a vibrant hotspot for visitors to immerse themselves in the LFW atmosphere, complete with surprise moments throughout. Guests can savour the refreshing citrus taste of 1664 Blanc, available both on draught and in bottle from the airstream, while also picking up a limited-edition print, created in collaboration with British-Nigerian designer Tolu Coker and 1664 Blanc.

Date: 13 - 14 September 2024. Location: East Piazza, The Market, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8RF. londonfashionweek.co.uk.

The Mandarin Bar

#FLODown: Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London, will showcase the world of haute couture with its exclusive 'Cocktail Catwalk' menu. In celebration of fashion month, the hotel has collaborated with its sister properties in New York, Milan, and Paris to offer a cocktail experience inspired by the global fashion weeks. Each drink captures the essence of these iconic cities, with bespoke recipes crafted by the Mandarin Oriental hotels. Enjoy creations like The Fashionista from London, a refined take on the classic Gin Spritz, or the Americana from New York, a contemporary twist on the American Gold Rush cocktail.

Date: 13 - 17 September 2024. Time: 5pm – 11pm. Location: Mandarin Oriental, 66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LA.

Bocconcino Soho

#FLODown: The Italian restaurant will mark 40 years of fashion with a stylish five-course menu that pays tribute to the fashion world, accompanied by a glass of Taittinger champagne. Priced at £65 per person, this exclusive tasting experience is available only throughout Fashion Week. Reservations can be made on Bocconcino’s website.

Date: 13 - 17 September 2024. Time: 12pm - 11:30pm | Sunday  12pm - 9:30pm. Location: Bocconcino Soho, 59 Great Marlborough St, London W1F 7JY.

Control Room B x Bombay Sapphire

#FLODown: Control Room B and Bombay Sapphire have teamed up to craft a series of gin cocktails inspired by 1950s fashion icons during London Fashion Week. Among the offerings is "Marilyn's Stiletto," a sharing cocktail served in a glass stiletto, named after the ultimate fashion icon of the era. Priced at £26 for two, it features a fruity mix of Bombay Bramble gin, Nardini Aqua di Cedro liqueur, pomegranate and passion fruit juice, cherry and vanilla syrup, and fresh lime juice.

Date: 13 - 17 September 2024.  Time: Friday and Saturday 10am - 1am | Sunday 10am - 10pm | Monday and Tuesday 11am - 10pm. Location: Upper Ground Turbine Hall B, 270 The Power Station, Circus Road South SW11 8BZ. londonfashionweek.co.uk.

Talks and events

Greenwich Peninsula x Chromatic Explorations: Kitty Joseph in Conversation with Zezi Ifore 

#FLODown: At the Design District, Greenwich Peninsula, London Fashion Week's 40th anniversary will be marked by a conversation between artist and British Vogue contributing editor Zezi Ifore and renowned textile designer Kitty Joseph. They will discuss Joseph's evolving practice and her relationship with colour and materiality. The event will also feature a look at Joseph's impressive archive and the unveiling of a new public artwork, Chromatic Riverwalk, inspired by the Peninsula’s natural environment.

Date:  25 September 2024. Time: 6.30pm – 8pm. Location: Design District Salon, Building C3, 13 Soames Walk, Greenwich Peninsula, SE10 0AX. greenwichpeninsula.co.uk.

Black Joy Day – Naomi: Model, Champion, Activist

#FLODown: Black Joy Day – Naomi: Model, Champion, Activist celebrates Naomi Campbell's 40-year career as a model and cultural icon, highlighting her activism and contributions to fashion, including her support for Black designers and advocacy for diversity. The event features a discussion on the NAOMI: In Fashion exhibition, developed with Campbell, showcasing her journey from South London to international acclaim. Discover her activism from the late 1980s Black Girls Coalition to her role in Vogue Italia’s 'A Black Issue' in 2007, and her impact on emerging Black creatives. Access to the exhibition is included, along with a light lunch.

Date:  12 September 2024. Time: 10.30am – 16.30pm. Location: V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL. Price: £30. vam.ac.uk.

Fashion Runway at Heathrow

#FLODown: Heathrow Airport is partnering with inclusive model agency The MiLK Collective during London Fashion Week to offer aspiring models a chance to be scouted. Passengers passing through Terminal 5 will be considered for a modelling contract with the agency, known for its diverse approach and high-profile clients. The initiative launched with a runway show featuring models dressed in a mix of high fashion and travel essentials, and will continue as the airport expects 1.75 million travellers during Fashion Week. Scouts will return on 13 September, giving more passengers the opportunity to be discovered.

Date: The next event will be held on 13 September 2024. Location: Heathrow Airport.

BFC x eBay Endless Runway 

#FLODown: eBay is highlighting circular fashion during London Fashion Week with the "eBay Endless Runway," curated by Pre-Loved Style Director Amy Bannerman. This event will showcase archival pieces from prominent UK designers such as J.W. Anderson, Christopher Kane, and Simone Rocha. It will be streamed live on eBay Live, offering viewers a chance to shop in real-time. The runway show is set for 12 September 2024, at 6pm , with additional pre-owned fashion pieces released daily on eBay from 12 - 17 September. eBay will also feature daily 'Curated Edits' of designer fashion throughout the week.

Date:  12 – 17 September 2024. Time: 6pm.  

Offers 

Wolf and Badger 

#FLODown: Wolf & Badger will host a week-long series of showcase events featuring collections from their independent brand community. Enjoy a 10% discount at their Soho flagship on Berwick Street by quoting ‘LFW10’ at checkout throughout the week.

Date: 13 - 17 September 2024. Time: 10am – 7pm. Location: Wolf & Badger, 102 Berwick Street, Soho, W1F 0QB.

COS

#FLODown: In celebration of London Fashion Week and the launch of the COS AW24 collection, enjoy a 20% discount on full-price items at the COS Regent Street store from 13 - 16 September. To claim your discount, simply mention ‘CITYWIDE20’ at checkout. Please note that this offer is valid exclusively at the Regent Street store during the specified dates.

Date: 13 – 17 September 2024. Time: 10am – 9pm. Location: COS, 222 Regent Street, W1B 5BD.

Noirgaze

#FLODown: Noirgraze is offering a 15% discount on all website purchases from 13 - 17 September 2024. Their handcrafted products, made in Italy and Spain using sustainable materials, are inspired by mid-century architecture and modernist symbolism. The versatile designs are ideal for any occasion. Use the code ‘CWC15’.

Date: 13 - 17 September 2024. Location: Online.

Shopping experiences

Diptyque

#FLODown: On Saturday 14 September, Diptyque Sloane Street will celebrate the launch of their new collection, Les Essences De Diptyque. An artist will create personalised watercolour illustrations inspired by the five Essences universes, offering a unique keepsake for you to take home.

Date:  14 September 2024. Time: 12pm – 5pm. Location: Diptyque, 161 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BT. 

Pandora

#FLODown: To celebrate London Fashion Week and the new BE LOVE Heart Charm launch, Pandora is offering free engraving at select stores from 12 - 17 September. Customers can personalise their jewellery with classic stamps, messages, or unique doodles. Additionally, the first 20 customers in each store to buy a BE LOVE Heart Charm will receive a Pandora jewellery box.

Date: 12 - 17 September 2024. Location: Covent Garden, Oxford Street East, Marble Arch, Oxford Circus, King’s Cross and Westfield Stratford stores.

Karl Lagerfeld

#FLODown: Discover your iconic style at Karl Lagerfeld Regent Street with an afternoon of shopping, complimentary champagne, and live music. Enjoy browsing the Fall-Winter 2024 collection while a photographer and calligrapher capture your experience in a timeless black and white aesthetic.

Date: 14 September 2024. Time: 2pm - 6pm. Location: Karl Lagerfeld, Regent Street, 145 - 147 Regent Street, W1B 4JB. 

Russell and Bromley

#FLODown: Russell and Bromley will host London Fashion Week shopping events at their Mayfair, Chelsea, and Covent Garden stores from 13 - 15 September. Attendees can explore the Autumn 24 collection, enjoy a complimentary cocktail, and participate in a lucky dip game for a chance to win exclusive mystery gifts and prizes.

Date:  13 - 15 September 2024. Locations: Mayfair, Covent Garden and Chelsea store. 

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