I attended 10 London Fashion Week 2026 shows – this is the one trend you need to know
This season has seen standout moments from Naomi Campbell, Lola Young and Jerry Hall
London Fashion Week took over the capital this week. Concluding with this evening’s Burberry show, highlights of the spring/summer 2026 showcases have ranged from Naomi Campbell’s supermodel turn on the Richard Quinn runway, Jerry Hall roleplaying as a “diva psychic” at Completed Works and Lola Young performing at the star-studded H&M show.
Opening night saw Harris Reed unveiling “The Aviary” with sculptural silhouettes, platform shoes and a splashing of tiger print defining a collection that mirrored the moody atmosphere of St Pancras’ gothic bar. Next up was arguably the hottest ticket in town, with H&M’s high street spectacle seeing the likes of Romeo Beckham, Iris Law and Lila Moss wear this season’s biggest trends down the catwalk (think leathers, slouchy boots and sharp tailoring).
Elsewhere, David Fletcher debuted his first Spring/Summer collection for Chinese label Mithridate, consisting of knits tied over shoulders and loafers with pulled-up socks for a preppy feel that can easily be replicated this autumn. At Tove, mock-neck silhouettes combined with a colour palette of electric blue, dusty pink and monochrome while Marques'Almeida’s collection was characterised by billowing fabrics, draped silhouettes and shades of pastel pink, a theme also seen at Ashley Williams, Di Pesta and Mithridate.
I've been on the ground all week, closely dissecting and analysing every look, and one trend that consistently stood out both on the runways and in street style is lace.
There were styling details like the white embroidered tights at Edeline Lee, as well as deconstructed lace pieces at Erdem and frothy, feminine skirts at Simone Rocha. At Yuhan Wang, lace appeared in puff-ball dresses, cycling-style shorts and dresses with matching lace gloves. The fabric was similarly overt at Bora Aksu, from lace bonnets to tired gowns. Meanwhile, attendees leaned into lace with asymmetric cami tops, dresses over jeans, tights and capri pants.
Lace is one of the easiest trends to weave into your autumn/winter wardrobe, instantly elevating your look with a touch of elegance and edge. To help you stay ahead of the style curve without breaking the bank, I’ve scoured the high street for the best affordable pieces, from romantic blouses at Zara to subtly detailed staples at M&S.
Zara lace camisole top
This top from Zara has been doing the rounds on Instagram of late, meaning it was no surprise to see attendees styling it for London Fashion Week. Available in black, yellow and blue colourways with black inserts, the top’s expensive look owes to the asymmetric hem and ultra-thin shoulder straps. Style it over jeans and under a leather jacket or let it poke out under a knit.
H&M lace tights
It’s time to do away with your staple black pair, as you’re about to see lace tights everywhere this winter. A simple but effective styling trick, this hosiery can instantly elevate a look. This budget style from H&M are available in both a classic black and on-trend burgundy hue. Pair with an LBD and kitten heels for an evening look or dress them down day-to-day with a pleated skirt, flat boots and a knitted jumper.
Mango satin camisole dress
A dress to take the guesswork out of autumn evening attire, this Mango piece is characterised by its midi length, open back and V-neckline. The piece de resistance is the black lace body and inserts in the hem that contrast the dresses’ ivory hue. Though a stellar layering piece (throw over a blazer or a black long-line jumper), it’s a statement all on its own.
M&s lace pleated midiaxi skirt
An everyday way to wear lace, M&S’s midi skirt features a floaty lace overplay of extra length and volume. Finished in a maroon brown shade, the skirt feels perfectly autumnal. Complete with an elasticated waistband for comfort appeal, style it with matching brown knitwear and knee high boots or keep it simple with a white T-shirt and ballet flats.
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