The British Fashion Council Is Shaking Up London Fashion Week
Following the departure of longtime CEO Caroline Rush, theBritish Fashion Councilhas entered a new era. Newly-appointed leaderLaura Weiris preparing to bring significant changes to UK streets, announcing several plans that will shape the future ofLondon Fashion Week.
Last season, the BFC announced its decision to eliminate its menswear runways in June, opting instead for a well-rounded September schedule. In the coming months, Laura Weir will waive fees for designers showing their new collections on the main calendar, while also doubling their investment in LFW's guest program, which aims to bring more international designers to British soil.
Furthermore, the BFC's futureNEWGENdesigners will have access to an expansive LFW show space for the next three years. The most recent class includesAARON ESH,Chet Lo,HARRI, and more. Finally, all BFC scholarship recipients will receive more funding than ever before, enabling them to produce more in-depth collections and impactful runway shows.
The next edition of London Fashion Week will take place from September 18 to 22, 2025.
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