Premier was strongly represented on the runway at Burberry this season, with seven of our models cast in the show. The set mirrored the city itself. Against imagery of Tower Bridge and beneath an imposing structure built within the show space, the mood was unmistakably British. Lee’s ongoing exploration of national identity took on perhaps the most familiar element of all — rain. Slick outerwear, protective layers and a quiet practicality underscored a collection rooted in weather, ritual and resilience. 

Celebrating 20 years, Erdem Moralioglu remains a cornerstone of independent London success. Two of our models walked in a collection that wasn’t retrospective, but reflective — a remix of familiar codes, fabrics and silhouettes, evolved rather than repeated. Recognisably Erdem, yet forward in its execution.

At Richard Quinn, glamour held centre stage. Presented at Sinfonia Smith Square, the hourglass silhouette dominated — precise, dramatic and unapologetically polished. Two of our models embodied the high-shine elegance that has become synonymous with Quinn’s London.

For Emilia Wickstead, inspiration came from women who have pushed boundaries in their own time. Rather than recreating history, she imagined what those figures might wear now. Nino’s sharp suiting and Erin’s lilac dress reflected that duality — precision paired with Wickstead’s signature romantic clarity.

Spring arrived early inside Tate Britain for Mithridate. Beneath a blossoming wisteria installation, four of our models walked, with Linna Shi closing the show. Textiles told the story — tweeds, knits and references to countryside traditions — woven into a collection that balanced delicacy with structure.

In its new era, Joseph continues to evolve beyond quiet luxury. Inspired by sculptural forms and tactility, the collection focused on shape and surface — hard materials softened through fluid construction. Four of our models carried that refined clarity down the runway.

Five of our models walked for Oscar Ouyang, whose second runway show brought a playful sense of disruption. Set against the backdrop of a grand country house scene left in disarray, models wore masquerade masks created by milliner Noel Stewart, weaving through scattered furniture, glasses and hay bales as if the night’s celebrations had already taken hold.

The collection mixed classic references with a rebellious twist — tailored coats and heritage fabrics paired with relaxed denim, oversized winter hats and softly shimmering wool trousers. Knitwear remained central to Ouyang’s work, adding texture and personality to a collection that felt youthful, confident and slightly unruly.

Five of our models walked in the debut of Thevxlley, marking one of the week’s most arresting first showings. Designer Daniel del Valle approached AW26 as a multidisciplinary performance rather than a conventional runway — merging sculpture, floristry and fashion into something intensely physical and emotive.

Ceramic and glass elements formed part of the garments themselves, bringing fragility and tension to the presentation. When pieces shattered during the show, it only amplified the raw immediacy of the moment — reinforcing the brand’s commitment to craft, risk and spectacle.

London AW26 felt immersive. Venues became characters in their own right; texture, weather and history shaped collections as much as silhouette did. There was theatricality, but also craft. Celebration, but also progression. For our models, it was a week of scale and variety — major headline shows, significant anniversaries, ambitious debuts and pivotal opening and closing moments — each approached with adaptability and assurance. London thrives on individuality and bold perspective. This season reinforced that instinct.

Next stop: Milan.