We've missed you, London Fashion Week, but what a welcome return it has been. Whilst the rest of the country focuses on what to wear this spring, in the capital, all sights were on A/W 25, and amongst the trench coats and sandals (necessary for weather that could not make its mind up,) inside the venues, the runways were alive with bursts of colour, texture and vibrancy that felt like a celebration of the turn of the season.
London has always had the reputation of being the rebel child of fashion month. Whilst Paris has its couture roots, Milan is an artistic mix of high-fashion prints and colour and New York is lofty and cool, London has always championed anarchic edge, and the city's playful attitude was out in full force this season, making the most of the feeling of dressing up and heading out before the temperature inevitably drops.
So what did Who What Wear UK editors wear to celebrate this momentous return to statement dressing? In typical fashion, we stayed in central London for the week and brought our fashion personalities into the mix, wearing everything from longline coats to statement dresses (with plenty of exciting accessories thrown in for good measure). Whether heading to postcodes in East London for up-and-coming designers, pounding the pavements of West London for über luxury or dodging the rain in style (we were very lucky to be chauffeured by Volvo!), we stayed true to our favourite outfits.
So, if you fancy a little new-season inspo or simply just a nosy into our wardrobes (and I don't blame you), keep scrolling to see what we wore to London Fashion Week February 2025.
What the Who What Wear UK Editors Wore to London Fashion Week
1. Trench Coat + Wrap Skirt + Suede Boots
Style Notes: You can always rely on editor-in-chief Hannah Almassi to put together a look as fashionable as it is functional. Hannah says, "For a rainy day in London (which scuppered my original outfit plan), Sezane's trench coat is a no-brainer. And yes, I used a lot of suede protector on my boots, in case you were worried..."
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Such a good shade of khaki.
A simple, but effective layering piece.
You just can't beat a chic wrap skirt.
We spotted so much suede this fashion week!
Such a lovely colour.
2. Scarf Jacket + White Skirt + Slingbacks
Style Notes: Deputy editor and quiet-luxury queen Maxine Eggenberger says, "Opting for a head-to-toe neutral look is a simple but effective way to make it look like you spent a lot of time getting ready, even if you’re in a rush in the mornings. The white poplin midi skirt is a style we saw pop off last year, and it shows no sign of disappearing for 2025. Try pairing yours with a beige scarf jacket, black bag and leopard pumps for a fail-safe chic look."
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Is there anything more elegant than a scarf jacket?
H&M never lets us down.
If you can still comfortably wear a pair of heels after six hours of shows, you know you're onto a winner.
An understatedly luxe everyday bag that makes every outfit instantly better.
So iconic!
3. Leather Trench + Red Dress + Animal-Print Boots
Style Notes: Fashion editor Remy Farrell says, "You simply cannot go wrong with a bold slip dress, and this one from ASOS is just the kind of elevated piece that deserves to be sitting on the front row. Add a leather trench for warmth along with a statement knee-high boots and you've got yourself a premium pairing that's ready for the office, the weekend or even a date night at one of my favourite spots in central London, La Petite Maison."
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A Who What Wear UK editor favourite.
Dress this up with boots or down with a chunky trainer.
Animal print shows no sign of slowing down this year.
4. Zebra Co-Ord + Vintage Bag + Suede Boots
Style Notes: Senior fashion and beauty branded content editor Rebecca Rhys-Evans says, "This Mango leather suit is everything I love: a little bit Y2K, a little Mob Wife-coded, zebra print and absolutely f***ing fabulous. When I saw it I knew I needed it, and knew it would match my new (old) Gucci Jackie bag (a relic from the Tom Ford era and a recent steal from eBay). I've actually also since invested in the matching boots, but they didn't arrive in time. These suede kitten heel boots do the trick nicely though!"
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You'll reach for this from now all the way through to next autumn.
The best thing on the Mango site right now.
So sleek!
A great pre-loved find.
Sunnies are a year round staple.
5. Cape + Slip Skirt + Leather Boots
Style Notes: Hannah says, "I'm so bored of wearing winter coats that I decided to dig out this old Madeleine Thompson gave and give that a whirl instead. I've been looking at different colours to wear with burgundy so the stripe here provided some inspiration!"
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The high-street has some amazing cape options at the moment, just look at this sleek find from COS.
Every wardrobe should have a goes-with-everything belt.
A satin midi will serve you well no matter the season.
Just the right amount of detailing.
Hannah's exact bag is currently sold out, but this style is just as chic.
6. Trench Coat + Slim-Fit Trousers + Slingbacks
Style Notes: Maxine says, "By the end of a jam-packed day, it was time to stop for dinner. This trench coat and slim-fit trousers combo is the kind of chameleon outfit that effortlessly transitions from day to night."
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You'll reach for a neutral trench all year round.
You can depend on & Other Stories for designer-looking items at a fraction of the cost.
Simple, but so effective.
Buckle slingbacks will never go out of style.
My fashion-week staple.
A touch of glamour.
7. Statement Dress + Blazer + Block-Heeled Boots
Style Notes: Remy says, "Another day, another statement dress. I love this one with the colour-blocked cut outs, and it managed to fetch me a lot of compliments this fashion week! I paired it with a boxy green blazer and some simple cream boots to make the look more wearable."
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The perfect day-to-night blazer.
I got so many compliments on this rented dress.
Boots like this never go out of style.
8. Knitted Hood + Jumper + Metallic Dress
Style Notes: Rebecca says, "I know this look is a bit mad—the blue lace tights and swan bonnet, the space-age silver and then... cow print mules? But fashion week is a moment to do something fun, and I guess you could say I ran with the brief. This is a look which had many elements that I've been waiting to wear for a while. A vintage Jil Sander silver dress I scored in Japan, the blue lace tights (a trend I LOVE, btw), this bonnet I found from Depop and can't stop wearing, oh—and my husband's Jacquemus jumper! It wouldn't be a fashion week for me if I didn't steal something from his wardrobe."
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A fashion-editor 'It' accessory.
This keeps selling out, so act fast!
This looks even better in person.
Rebecca has recommended these tights to so many people.
For those with Coperni taste but a high-street budget.
Paco Robanne bags are always so elevated.
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