London Fashion Week – the place where the future of fashion unfolds. This year, the city is buzzing with fashion designers who are pushing boundaries and breaking the rules.
As the city gears up to showcase its finest, these ten emerging fashion designers are the ones you’ll want to keep your eyes on. They’re blending sustainability with style, merging tradition with modernity, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in fashion. The up-and-coming designers are about to dominate your Instagram feed and your wish list. Get ahead of the game and start obsessing now, because they’re the future of fashion.
1. ALOSH LONDON
Ever heard of color psychology or secret messages sewn right into your clothes? That’s what Alosh London is all about.
The contemporary fashion designer, Shola Ajayi, blends her African heritage and British culture to craft statement pieces that don’t just look incredible, but also make you feel unstoppable. Perfect for if you ever need a dose of positivity!
2. NOIRGAZE
It’s time to rethink your idea of classic elegance. Now, imagine sleek and sculptural handbags that mix vibrant colors with a touch of retro glamor. Get ready for Noirgaze to become your new obsession at LFW.
From sketches to fashion statements, one of this year's BFC NewGen recipients transforms his drawings into wearable art like no one else. Steve O Smith’s innovative process of turning 2D concepts into 3D garments blends creative construction with raw emotion makes him one to watch.
4. HORDE STUDIO
Think sustainable streetwear with an edge. Horde Studio, known for their bold use of textures, patterns, and eco-conscious fabrics, is taking deconstructed denim to a whole new level.
This season, expect sustainable fashion brands that completely redefine the norms. From oversized silhouettes to reconstructed materials, Horde is setting the tone for the future of street fashion and proving that sustainability and cutting-edge street style can go hand in hand.
5. HARRI
The oversized and avant-garde designs are shaking up the runway this season. Known for creating bold, sculptural silhouettes that defy convention, Harri’s work challenges the very idea of shape and proportion in fashion. You’ve never seen anything like it before.
6. TOLU COKER
Each look tells a powerful story of identity and heritage. Inspired by the politics of identity and social climates, Tolu Cocker’s work stands as a celebration of identity, culture, and self-expression, making her one of the most exciting voices in fashion today.
7. SIMONE ROCHA
Simone Rocha is the queen of mixing ethereal beauty with a darker edge. Her collection fuses lace and tulle with a rebellious spirit. This is romanticism for the rule-breakers, and we’re here for it.
8. SUPRIYA LELE
As we eagerly anticipate Supriya Lele’s latest collection, we can’t wait to see her signature sheer fabrics and draped silhouettes in action. The designer continues to turn heads with her stunning fusion of Indian heritage with ultra-modern, body conscious designs.
9. AARON ESH
Aaron Esh is shaking up the fashion scene with his genderless designs that mix Savile Row sharpness with British subculture edge. His approach merges classic rigor with youthful rebellion, delivering fashion that’s all about emotional expression and boundary-pushing style.
10. YUHAN WANG
Feminine and dreamlike. Yuhan Wang’s designs are like a love letter to classic elegance but with a playful, modern touch that makes them perfect for anyone who loves a touch of whimsy in their wardrobe!
These ten emerging designers are not just following trends—they’re shaping them, crafting collections that redefine style while prioritizing sustainability and craftsmanship. Keep your eyes on them, as they are the ones leading the future of fashion at London Fashion Week. Access the full calendar here to ensure you don’t miss a beat of London Fashion Week.
On a side note, New York Fashion Week has just wrapped up, and these New York-based emerging fashion designers are definitely worth your attention. Check out their latest collection now!