On Thursday 18 September 2025, Britain’s brightest design talents will return to the capital for London Fashion Week. And, while the FROW action may be saved for industry insiders, the city’s fashion hot spots are offering up plenty of ways for the everyday fashion fan to mark the event in style.

Fashion awaits around every corner: satiate shopping cravings at London’s chicest neighbourhoods or pop into a pop-up exhibition to discover British fashion’s hottest new talents. Read on for our guide to celebrating London Fashion Week SS26 in the capital.

Hu Bing x NewGen

Chinese model and designer, Hu Bing, returns to London Fashion Week SS26 to host a bespoke activation, created in collaboration with the British Fashion Council, at the BFC’s NewGen catwalk space. Open to the public, the installation will bring together a curated mix of fashion, art, beauty, and music, with Natura Bissé as a key partner, and aims to highlight the innovation and creativity of London’s cultural landscape. Showcasing next-generation designers, alongside global creatives, the installation mirrors Hu Bing’s unique ability to bridge East and West, tradition and innovation.

Alongside the installation, Hu Bing will also present Hu Bing Selects, an on-schedule catwalk show spotlighting emerging designers. This season, the selection reinforces his commitment to nurturing diverse talent and connecting them with the international fashion community. Watch this space (literally).

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Lulu Guinness x Biscuiteers, Notting Hill

Coinciding with London Fashion Week, Biscuiteers – the UK’s most luxurious hand-iced biscuit brand – has announced an exclusive collaboration with British handbag designer, Lulu Guinness. Renowned for her bold and whimsical fashion, Guinness’ bags have been reimagined by talented icers to create a unique afternoon tea that will be served throughout September. Menu highlights include a chocolate and hazelnut praline bar and a lemon meringue choux, alongside the iconic Lulu Guinness biscuit lips, making this a must-visit (and Instagrammable) experience for fashion and food lovers alike. To celebrate the launch, the first 20 guests to book the afternoon tea will also receive an iconic Lulu Guinness lips keyring.

Fancy some sweet treats to take home? Look no further than the limited-edition Lulu Guinness Biscuit Tin, adorned with a hand-drawn label by Guinness herself and featuring hand-iced renditions of her most signature pieces, including the timeless Lips Bag, the elegant Chartreuse Rose Basket Bag, and the playful Birdcage Clutch. The fashion-inspired collection will be available to buy from 5 September in Biscuiteers’ Notting Hill
boutique, online, and in Selfridges.

Until 30 September 2025, visit biscuiteers.com

Dylon’s Refresh & Renew Laundrette, Soho

This September, Dylon returns to London Fashion Week with its boldest pop-up yet: the Refresh and Renew Laundrette. Designed to help guests breathe new life into their wardrobe and embrace a more sustainable approach to fashion, this chic pop-up at 10 Carnaby Street will be open from 18-21 September, and is inspired by Dylon’s Triple Renew Technology, that cleans gently, revitalises colour and renews fibres after every wash. 

Throughout the event, fashion lovers will have the opportunity to rethink trends, learning from sustainable stylists such as Victoria Lee and Rebekah Roy on how to style their favourite wardrobe items during a series of personalised sessions. Guests who book this workshop will also receive a complimentary scarf, designed by Marques Almedia to celebrate their partnership with Dylon for their SS26 runway show.  

Don’t have time to enjoy a full workshop? Drop into the laundrette with an item of clothing that needs some TLC to make the most of the Repair & Renew station, which is on hand to support with simple mending techniques such as fixing holes and adding buttons. There will also be a whole host of tips and advice about the best ways to protect your clothes so they can be passed on for generations to come, as well as the opportunity to win exclusive prizes and to capture your photograph in the Dylon Drum.  

From 18-21 September 2025, visit londonfashionweek.co.uk

The Blue Room Live with 1664 Blanc, Bishopsgate

Continuing its ongoing partnership with London Fashion Week, 1664 Blanc is inviting everyone to step inside The Blue Room Live this month, offering sofa-style conversations with some of fashion’s most exciting voices. Taking place on 20 September at Lucky Cat in Bishopsgate, the event grants guests a coveted front row seat to fashion month’s hottest topics.

Hosted by model, presenter and cultural curator James Corbin, the event will welcome designer Natasha Zinko – celebrated for her bold, upcycled creations and appearing fresh from her London Fashion Week show the night before – alongside SLMan’s associate editor Harvey James. Expect intimate perspectives, untold stories and a behind-the-scenes look at the most exclusive week in the fashion calendar, as well as sky-high moments to unwind with a crisp, refreshing 1664 Blanc in hand. As part of the Citywide Celebrations, complimentary 1664 Blanc will also be available throughout the LFW schedule at partner events for Toni&Guy, Russell & Bromley and AllSaints.

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50 years of the Golden Shears Awards at Savile Row, Mayfair

To mark five decades of the Golden Shears Awards, Savile Row will host a two-week celebration with window displays and an exhibition during LFW, honouring its role in nurturing tailoring talent and craftsmanship. Free to attend, the campaign will emphasise Savile Row’s contribution to supporting apprenticeships and safeguarding its heritage, while also acknowledging the wider influence of those that have helped shape the Golden Shears story. Artwork will be featured in window displays at Henry Poole & Co, Huntsman, Richard James, Gieves & Hawkes as well as a dedicated exhibition at The London Academy of Bespoke (LAB).

From 15-27 September 2025, visit onsavilerow.com

Erdem exhibition, Mayfair

Erdem joins the LFW City Wide Celebration with a series of exclusive experiences at its flagship in Mayfair. From 19-22 September, enjoy a guided introduction to the store’s curated artworks, including pieces by acclaimed artist Kaye Donachie. Those looking to shop can also take advantage of the in-store 10 per cent discount – and those willing to splash more than £3,000 on their purchase will also receive a secret special gift… 

From 19-22 September 2025, visit londonfashionweek.co.uk

British Fashion Council City Wide Celebration

The BFC's City Wide Celebration returns for SS26 from 18-22 September. Spearheaded by a drive for creative excellence across the UK and engaging with local retailers and communities, the celebration brings together more than 200 stores, bars, restaurants, and salons for events, previews, parties, designer Q&As, workshops, and live music performances across shopping hotspots, including Seven Dials and Carnaby Street.

This season, highlights include promotions at Whistles, Rixo, and Bella Freud, workshops at five-star hotels such as The Chelsea Townhouse, and in-store events at Penhaligon's and Anya Hindmarch. Beyond the capital, British Fashion Council patrons will host activations across the UK – including Trafford Centre, Eldon Square, Fenwick Newcastle and Liverpool One – so no fashionista has to miss out on the fun. Discover the full programme online.

From 18-22 September 2025, visit londonfashionweek.co.uk

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