London Fashion Week SS25 is set to take place earlier than usual.
- This change aims to prevent overlap with Milan and New York fashion events.
- The British Fashion Council announced specific dates for the upcoming fashion spectacle.
- These adjustments are designed to optimise designers’ exposure to a travelling audience.
- Collaborative decisions with global fashion bodies have shaped the new schedule.
London Fashion Week for the Spring/Summer 2025 season has been officially scheduled to occur from 12 to 17 September, marking an earlier start compared to previous years. This strategic adjustment, announced by the British Fashion Council (BFC), is intended to ensure that the event does not coincide with Milan Fashion Week, which is slated to commence at 3 pm on 17 September. By doing so, designers will have better opportunities to showcase their collections without competing for attention with similar high-profile events elsewhere.
The decision to rearrange the calendar was reached in collaboration with several international fashion bodies, including the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI) in Italy, the Federation de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM) in France, and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). This unilateral agreement highlights the importance of maintaining a harmonious global fashion calendar that benefits all stakeholders involved.
The detailed schedule for the fashion weeks includes New York City from 6 to 11 September, followed by London from 12 September (commencing at 5 pm) to 17 September (concluding at 12 pm). Subsequently, Milan Fashion Week will take place from 17 September (starting at 3 pm) to 23 September, with Paris Fashion Week following from 23 September to 1 October. Such a timeline ensures a seamless transition for international buyers and media moving between the major fashion capitals.
For the Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, the BFC has confirmed that London Fashion Week will occur from 20 to 24 February 2025. It will be preceded by New York Fashion Week from 13 to 18 February and followed immediately by Milan Fashion Week from 25 February to 3 March, then Paris from 3 to 11 March. Additionally, next year’s London Fashion Week Men’s event is slotted for 12 to 15 June 2025, continuing the tradition of showcasing innovative menswear designs.
The recent celebrations for London Fashion Week’s 40th anniversary introduced a new public-facing format that included panel discussions and featured appearances by celebrities on the catwalk. This initiative aims to engage a broader audience and enhance public involvement in fashion week activities, reflecting a shift towards inclusivity and wider consumer engagement.
The adjustments to the London Fashion Week schedule underscore a strategic effort to maximise designer exposure and streamline global event coordination.
