With a new CEO at the helm, the capital's style calendar is getting a bold reboot.
As London Fashion Week prepares for its September 2025 edition, major changes are afoot. Newly appointed CEO of the British Fashion Council (BFC), Laura Weir, is ushering in a new era for the UK's premier fashion platform, promising greater inclusivity, global visibility, and meaningful support for emerging talent.
Following the departure of long-serving CEO Caroline Rush, Weir is taking the reins with a vision focused on streamlining operations while investing in the next generation. Her first major move? Reshaping the structure of the event itself.
In a bid to consolidate and strengthen the global relevance of London Fashion Week, the BFC has eliminated the men's standalone shows. Instead, all collections, including men's and women's wear, will now be displayed under one unified calendar in September, creating a more cohesive and impactful schedule.
The changes don't stop there. Under Weir's leadership, all designer participation fees for the main calendar have been removed, making it more accessible than ever for brands to showcase their work. Simultaneously, the BFC has doubled its investment in its guest programme, aiming to attract a wider pool of international buyers, press, and tastemakers.
Crucially, this new era places a strong emphasis on nurturing talent. NEWGEN designers, among them AARON ESH, Chet Lo, and HARRI, will now receive guaranteed access to catwalk space for the next three years, offering much-needed runway stability. Meanwhile, scholarship recipients will benefit from increased funding to support the production of standout collections and shows.
These reforms mark a transformative chapter for British fashion, one centred not just on spectacle but sustainability, support, and serious industry growth.
The next edition of London Fashion Week, presented by 1664 Blanc, runs from 18 to 22 September 2025.
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