Manchester Fashion Week Returns After a Decade
Backed by fashion pioneers Carry Somers (Fashion Revolution) and Safia Minney, MBE (People Tree), and media partner Eco Age, the three-day showcase aims to future-proof fashion by spotlighting sustainability, technological innovation, and cultural relevance.
Held in the vibrant St. John's district, with Campfield as the central venue, MFW is designed to honour Manchester's rich textile legacy while confronting modern challenges—particularly those surrounding fast fashion, circularity, and meaningful consumption.
Gemma Gratton, Executive Producer, MFW:
'Manchester has always led – in music, in manufacturing, in movements. Now it's time to lead in future-facing fashion.'
John Higginson, CEO, Eco Age:
'There's a battle between flimsy fast fashion and timeless design. Manchester Fashion Week is about forever fashion.'
Each day of the event will be curated around key themes:
Heritage & Future-Proof
Health & Wellness
Tech & Innovation
Beyond the runway, the festival will offer public experiences, creative activations, and cross-sector dialogues across Manchester, making it a cultural reset for the city's £12 billion fashion industry.
This edition is positioned as a pilot platform, intended to build toward a more expansive and collaborative future for UK fashion.
Learn more: www.fashionweekmanchester.co.uk
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Time of India
Mel B marries Rory McPhee at iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, Spice Girl stuns in pearl-embellished gown, star-studded reception held at The Shard
The 'Spice Girls' star Mel B has tied the knot with hairstylist Rory McPhee. The wedding took place on Saturday, July 5, at The Crypt of St. Paul's Cathedral in London--a venue known for hosting the wedding of Princess Diana and then-Prince Charles in 1981, as reported by People. The Spice Girl, 50, shared an Instagram video showing her and her husband getting ready in their respective hotel rooms in the hours before their nuptials. The footage showed the singer relaxing in a chair while several specialists worked on her makeup and hair. She wore a gown from the London-based shop, which featured a strapless corset and a sheer illusion jacket embellished with pearls. She paired the dress with a cathedral veil and wore her hair up, with natural curls framing her face, as reported by People. Wedding dress designer Josephine Scott told the outlet that the gown was created to convey the singer's "fearless spirit and softness all in one look." She explained, "She's iconic, powerful and radiant, and this dress had to be worthy of that. Every detail was chosen to honour her strength and sensuality, while celebrating the woman and the love story beneath the girl power," reported People. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Mel B's Instagram video also featured some clips of the wedding rings and her groom, McPhee, as he put on his suit for the big day, which included a black bow tie on top with a black jacket and a red, patterned kilt on the bottom, to honour his Scottish heritage. After the couple tied the knot, they headed to the 5-star, located inside The Shard, a 95-story skyscraper in London, England, which was decorated with fairy lights and florals, according to People. According to the publication, the ceremony continued with a grand reception at the Shangri-La Hotel, located inside The Shard, the tallest building in the U.K. Celebrities including Emma Bunton (Baby Spice), Cara Delevingne, Katherine Ryan, and Daisy Lowe were among the guests. Mel B's three daughters -- Phoenix (26), Angel (18), and Madison (13) -- were her bridesmaids. The singer has been married twice before and has spoken openly about her experiences with domestic abuse. In 2022, she was awarded an MBE by Prince William for her work in raising awareness about domestic violence. This honour enabled her to marry at the historic St. Paul's Cathedral. "It's a big deal because when you get married there, not many people are allowed to get married there. You have to be kind of special," she shared in May on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, according to People. The wedding came just weeks after Mel B enjoyed a bachelorette party by the sea, joined by 36 of her close friends. The group, all in leopard-print swimsuits, danced together to Beyonce's "End of Time." McPhee helped the Spice Girls singer believe in love again, she said in March 2024, according to People. "I was like, 'I'm never going to get married again. Never, never, never. I'm never having a relationship. I'm fine by myself. I want to raise my kids, put my head down and work, and that's it,' " Mel B said. "And then... never can say never, can you?" "I believe in love, and clearly the other two marriages turned out to be not love, from their angle," Mel B continued. "So I feel like I've really missed out, and now I've got this opportunity to be properly in love with a really good guy who I know loves me for me, who's known me before I was a Spice Girl, why wouldn't I do that?" reported People.
Fashion Value Chain
18-07-2025
- Fashion Value Chain
Manchester Fashion Week Returns After a Decade
After a ten-year hiatus, Manchester Fashion Week (MFW) returns from 9–11 September 2025, reimagined as a progressive, industry-led event that fuses heritage with innovation. Backed by fashion pioneers Carry Somers (Fashion Revolution) and Safia Minney, MBE (People Tree), and media partner Eco Age, the three-day showcase aims to future-proof fashion by spotlighting sustainability, technological innovation, and cultural relevance. Held in the vibrant St. John's district, with Campfield as the central venue, MFW is designed to honour Manchester's rich textile legacy while confronting modern challenges—particularly those surrounding fast fashion, circularity, and meaningful consumption. Gemma Gratton, Executive Producer, MFW: 'Manchester has always led – in music, in manufacturing, in movements. Now it's time to lead in future-facing fashion.' John Higginson, CEO, Eco Age: 'There's a battle between flimsy fast fashion and timeless design. Manchester Fashion Week is about forever fashion.' Each day of the event will be curated around key themes: Heritage & Future-Proof Health & Wellness Tech & Innovation Beyond the runway, the festival will offer public experiences, creative activations, and cross-sector dialogues across Manchester, making it a cultural reset for the city's £12 billion fashion industry. This edition is positioned as a pilot platform, intended to build toward a more expansive and collaborative future for UK fashion. Learn more:
NDTV
06-07-2025
- NDTV
Spice Girls's Mel B Marries Hairstylist Rory McPhee In London. See First Pics Of Newlyweds
London: The 'Spice Girls' star Mel B has tied the knot with hairstylist Rory McPhee. The wedding took place on Saturday, July 5, at The Crypt of St. Paul's Cathedral in London -- a venue known for hosting the wedding of Princess Diana and then-Prince Charles in 1981, reported People. The 50-year-old shared an adorable wedding picture on her Instagram where she and McPhee are seen lovingly looking at each other. She wore a custom ivory gown by designer Josephine Scott for the ceremony and later changed into a second dress by Justin Alexander. "Mel was a dream to work with, bringing her own sense of style to the occasion," Caroline Black, the owner of Evelie Bridal Boutiques in London, who helped the musician pick out her wedding attire, told PEOPLE. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 'scary spice Mel B' (@officialmelb) According to the publication, the ceremony, the celebration continued with a grand reception at the Shangri-La Hotel inside The Shard, the tallest building in the U.K. Celebrities including Emma Bunton (Baby Spice), Cara Delevingne, Katherine Ryan, and Daisy Lowe were among the guests. Mel B's three daughters -- Phoenix (26), Angel (18), and Madison (13) -- were her bridesmaids. The singer has been married twice before and has spoken openly about her experiences with domestic abuse. In 2022, she was awarded an MBE by Prince William for her work raising awareness around domestic violence. This honor allowed her to marry at the historic St. Paul's Cathedral. "It's a big deal because when you get married there -- not many people are allowed to get married there. You have to be kind of special," she shared in May on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, according to People. The wedding came just weeks after Mel B enjoyed a bachelorette party by the sea, joined by 36 of her close friends. The group, all in leopard-print swimsuits, danced together to Beyonce's "End of Time."
