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Announcing: Free Archive!
NEW for 2026 – London Runway is proud to announce that our entire digital archive is now available to read in its entirety, for free, right here on our own website. We have removed all paywalls from current and past issues, and moved our hosting in-house to give us more control over our content. Check…
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PSA: For the love of God, please don’t overpluck your eyebrows in the name of fashion
By Nell Richmond-Tanner Nicola Peltz-Beckham dazzled alongside her husband last Saturday in a black Givenchy gown at the Academy Museum Gala. However, what took centre stage was her choice to don the latest skinny brow trend, elevating the look drastically. Does this mean that thick eyebrows are well and truly out? It all started with…
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The controversy continues: Kanye West’s ‘White Lives Matter’ shirts handed out on Skid Row
By Nell Richmond-Tanner
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Harrods targeted by Just Stop Oil in latest protest
By Nell Richmond-Tanner At 9 am this morning, the protest group Just Stop Oil sprayed the windows of the famous department store with orange paint and successfully blocked traffic in Knightsbridge. Two protesters have been arrested so far. It’s been under a week since the protest group made headlines for throwing soup at Van Gogh’s…
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I can’t stop thinking about Emma Corrin’s goldfish dress
By Nell Richmond-Tanner Emma Corrin and stylist Harry Lambert have done it again with their look for My Policeman premiere which is equal parts whimsical, high-camp and couture. The actor first rose to fame with their sensitive portrayal of Princess Diana on The Crown provoking another wave of obsession with the late Princess (I now…
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Shein: Documentary Controversy
By Nell Richmond-Tanner Yesterday, Channel 4 aired a documentary uncovering the highly unethical working standards in Shein’s factories. We knew it was bad, but this exposé, using film from an undercover worker named Mei, has revealed quite how dire this situation is. The fast-fashion retailer has responded to the documentary, expressing concerns over the working…
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‘Where My Ravers At?’: Raf Simons’ London debut at clubbing venue, Printworks.
By Nell Richmond-Tanner Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons’ show was certainly worth the wait. His London debut had to be rescheduled due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II but this did not quell the excitement surrounding his latest collection, presented at one of the most iconic venues in London – Printworks. It seems we…
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‘VOGUE World: New York’ Announced as New Feature at New York Fashion Week
Vogue have recently announced a new live editorial fashion show and street fair for people around the world to take part in on 12 September, during New York Fashion Week. Titled VOGUE World: New York, it is inspired by the theme of Vogue’s September issue, Fashion’s New World, and has been put together in celebration…
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Amazon Fashion’s ‘Making The Cut’ Season 3 Launches
Season three of Amazon’s ‘Making The Cut’ premiered on 19 August on Prime Video. Two episodes of the show will drop weekly until 9 September, as 10 designers will compete for a $1 million investment in their business, and a mentorship with Amazon Fashion. Season three will be hosted by Tim Gunn and Heidi Klum,…
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Japanese Fashion Designer Hanae Mori Dies Aged 96
Hanae Mori has died aged 96. The Japanese fashion designer was the first Asian designer to join the ranks of haute couture designers by the Fédération Française de la Couture in 1977, with the exclusive Parisian club being seen as the pinnacle of high-end fashion. Mori graduated from Tokyo Women’s Christian University in 1926, after…
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Victoria Beckham Label Struggling to Keep Afloat
It is reported that Victoria Beckham’s high-end fashion label is in £53.9 million worth of debt. The line, first launched in 2008 by the former Spice Girl, is known for its high-end and expensive pieces, with £500 jumpers and £400 jeans. The garments can be bought directly from the company, and are also outsourced to…
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Cost of Living Crisis Increasingly Affecting the Fashion Industry
The UK has been hit by a harsh cost of living crisis, as food, fuel, and even McDonalds’ 99p burgers have gone up in price. The Consumer Prices Index has risen by 7%, as stagflation may be set to return. The fashion industry has undoubtedly been hit by this, as consumers are having to change…
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Love Island Stars Enter the Fashion World with Big Deals
The 2022 islanders who made their claim to fame on ITV’s ‘Love Island’ have wasted no time in jumping into business, straight after the show’s finale at the start of August. As reality stars are becoming the face of more and more fashion brands, their impact in the fashion world and what consumers buy cannot…
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The Biggest Takeaways from Copenhagen Fashion Week
The in-person Copenhagen Fashion Week returned with a bang last week, to the delight of the masses of fashion fans who piled in to catch a glimpse of what was on show in the busy four days. Copenhagen has been rising in status in the fashion world due to the growing number of new brands…
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Tommy Hilfiger partners with UK rental platform, Rotaro
The American clothing brand has partnered with Rotaro for a six-month trial period for rental in attempts to be more sustainable. This will be the second time the brand has had a rental partnership in the UK, with the first being with My Wardrobe HQ. From July 27, customers are now able to rent pieces…
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Asda, ASOS and Boohoo being investigated over claims of greenwashing
It was announced on Friday that the three fashion brands – Asda’s George,ASOS, and Boohoo – are now under investigation by the Competition and MarketsAuthority (CMA) on their claims of being eco-friendly. The three companies are being accused of greenwashing, which can bedefined as a marketing tool employed by organisations using disinformation inattempts to deceive…
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Rise Of Rotting Rags: How UK Fast Fashion Is Impacting Ghana
Lining the shores of an Accra beach, in numerous colours and of various fabrics are clothes. Many already discoloured due to their lengthy exposure to the elements. This is one of the many adverse effects of the UK’s fast fashion industry on the environment particularly in countries like Ghana, with areas continuously overflowing with unwanted…
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London Fashion Week unveils September schedule with Raf Simmons making his debut
The British Fashion Council (BFC) on Monday unveiled the provisional September schedule for London Fashion Week’s (LFW) Spring/Summer 2023 collections. The week will see Richard Quinn, Simone Rocha, and Erdem among others, as well as favourites like Bora Aksu will show face once more especially since he was one of the few designers to have…
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Greggs and Primark team up again for a new fashion collection
After a shocking yet impressive collaboration back in February which saw people walking around in sweatshirts, socks and shoes with the Greggs logo and items selling out within hours, Greggs and Primark seem to once again be in a collaborative spirit. This time, the brands are going far bigger than before. We already had an…
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MP brings garment industry regulator to House of Commons
In 2020, the public were shocked to discover reports of gross underpayment in factories based in the UK. Now, two years on, MP Liz Twist, Labour candidate in Blaydon, calls for a national British regulatory board to protect both suppliers and workers. When the news first broke that the UK was home to garment factories…
