London Fashion Week 2026: Five trends set to define spring 2027

London Fashion Week 2026 ended on a high note as Burberry brought the British capital’s fashion calendar to a star-studded close. But the biggest takeaway from the week may have been what it revealed about the season ahead. According to the BBC, designers moved away from the polished minimalism and “quiet luxury” that have dominated recent seasons, instead embracing more expressive, playful and deliberately imperfect looks. From intentionally chaotic styling and gardening-inspired clothing to flowing silhouettes and bold colour, here are five trends expected to define spring 2027. 1. The "messy girl" aesthetic Rejecting "quiet luxury" uniforms, Chopova Lowena, Sinead Gorey, and Conner Ives led London Fashion Week's embrace of the "messy girl". PHOTO: BBC Forget perfectly coordinated outfits. London Fashion Week embraced a more carefree approach to dressing, with designers experimenting with unexpected combinations of colours, textures and silhouettes. The “messy girl” aesthetic emerged as one of the strongest trends of the season, with labels including Chopova Lowena, Sinead Gorey and Conner Ives incorporating deliberately untidy styling and combining pastel shades, florals and contrasting textures. The look represents a departure from the carefully curated “clean girl” and quiet-luxury styles that have dominated social media and fashion in recent years. The result is fashion that feels less polished and more spontaneous, with clashing pieces becoming part of the appeal. 2. Gardening-inspired fashion Erdem, Yuhan Wang, and Bora Aksu channelled a "gardencore" vibe, trading quiet luxury. PHOTO: BBC The garden may be an unexpected source of inspiration for your spring wardrobe. Designers including Erdem, Yuhan Wang and Bora Aksu brought elements of gardening and outdoor work to the runway, incorporating practical silhouettes and materials into their collections. The trend moves beyond the traditional cottage-core aesthetic. Instead of gingham dresses and woven accessories, the new interpretation features aprons, waterproof fabrics, structured outerwear and trench coats. The influence also follows the growing appearance of garden-inspired accessories in fashion. The BBC noted that Loewe had previously introduced a watering-can-shaped handbag, helping turn an everyday gardening object into a luxury fashion statement. For spring 2027, the look suggests that practicality and fashion can comfortably share the same wardrobe. 3. The modern goddess Dujancourt channeled a free-spirited aesthetic with organic draping, trailing ribbons, and delicately hitched slip skirts. PHOTO: BBC Another major direction emerging from London Fashion Week was a return to flowing, romantic dressing. Designers looked towards classical Greek-inspired silhouettes, with draped fabrics, loose shapes, trailing details and breezy materials creating what the BBC described as a "modern goddess" aesthetic. Pauline Dujancourt’s collection captured the trend particularly well, using billowing fabrics and generous volumes to create an ethereal effect. The trend also arrives as ancient Greek imagery receives renewed attention through Christopher Nolan’s film The Odyssey. Fashion, once again, appears to be borrowing inspiration from the wider cultural landscape. After seasons dominated by restrained tailoring and minimalist luxury, the softer and more dramatic silhouettes offer a noticeably different direction. 4. Orange takes centre stage Mulberry, Justin Cassin, Enny Atelier and Vin, Omi showcased 'orange'. PHOTO: BBC If there is one colour to watch for spring 2027, orange could be it. From bright tangerine and vivid melon to softer coral and deeper ginger shades, designers across London incorporated the colour into their collections. Mulberry, Justin Cassin, Enny Atelier and Vin + Omi were among the names showcasing orange during London Fashion Week. The colour has also been appearing in celebrity fashion, further pushing it into the spotlight. Whether designers opt for an eye-catching head-to-toe orange look or use the shade as an accent, the colour is set to bring plenty of energy to spring wardrobes. 5. Ballet-inspired fashion A school sports hall is transformed into a ballet stage for Edeline Lee's latest collection. PHOTO: BBC Ballet continues to influence fashion, and its presence was particularly visible at London Fashion Week. Designer Edeline Lee drew directly on the discipline and physical demands of classical dance for her latest collection. The presentation even transformed a school sports hall into a stage, with models appearing en pointe. The influence extends beyond clothing. Ballet flats remain an important part of the trend, while smaller, delicate shoe silhouettes are expected to continue appearing next season. The renewed interest also reflects ballet’s wider presence in fashion, with dancers appearing in major fashion publications and working with leading luxury brands. For those wanting to experiment with the look, vintage and charity shops could offer an accessible way to incorporate ballet-inspired pieces without committing to a complete wardrobe overhaul.   The trends emerged against a backdrop of major moments for British fashion. Burberry closed London Fashion Week with a collection from creative director Daniel Lee that combined the brand’s recognisable check with contrasting florals and soft leather. The collection was developed with textile designer Celia Birtwell, who contributed hand-painted designs to pieces including check trenches and playful knitwear. The show also attracted a major celebrity audience, with Romeo Beckham, Skepta, Jonathan Bailey and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley among those attending. Central Cee also made a surprise appearance on the catwalk. Elsewhere, Alexander McQueen marked a significant return to London after 25 years of presenting its shows in Paris. Designer Seán McGirr revisited elements of the house’s darker aesthetic through lace corsets, chainmail-inspired designs and dramatic styling. Mulberry also returned to the spotlight after a nine-year absence, with Christopher Kane presenting a collection built around the brand’s Baywater bag and extensive use of leather. Taken together, the collections suggested that London designers were moving towards fashion that was more expressive, tactile and willing to embrace contradiction.