london fashion week 2025: the trends we’re obsessed with (and how to get the look sustainably)
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london fashion week fall/winter 2025 just wrapped, and us bonnee | the clothing swap co-founders are obsessed with anything london so of course we had a serious case of fomo! as always, the street style was just as iconic as the runways. from bold, throwback-inspired fits to fresh takes on wardrobe staples, this season was all about self-expression and sustainability. here’s what caught our eye and how you can recreate the looks without breaking the bank (or the planet).
1. red is the power move of the season
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if there’s one color that dominated london fashion week fall/winter 2025, it’s red—from deep burgundy to fiery scarlet. designers like erdem, roksanda, and richard quinn leaned into bold, head-to-toe monochrome looks, proving that statement dressing is back in a big way.
how to get the look (without buying new): instead of shopping for a new red piece, check your wardrobe for anything in the shade: coats, sweaters, accessories and restyle them. need something fresh? swap on bonnee for a pre-loved red statement piece and step into the season’s hottest trend sustainably.
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2. the return of polka dots & puff sleeves
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polka dots and puff sleeves are having a major revival, bringing playful, vintage energy to the streets of london. it’s giving retro-but-make-it-modern.
sustainable style tip: instead of fast fashion, check thrift stores or swap for secondhand statement pieces on bonnee. bonus: you’ll never show up in the same zara dress as everyone else.
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3. fashion’s big sustainability glow-up
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this year, lfw brands had to meet sustainability standards set by copenhagen fashion week. that means more eco-conscious fabrics, ethical production, and a focus on slow fashion. some of the key sustainability rules for lfw this year included: a ban on exotic animal skins; no virgin fur or wild animal feathers; and material standards (translation: at least 60% of each collection had to be made from certified, preferred, or deadstock materials).
how to shop (or swap) smarter: instead of buying new, swap for fresh pieces on bonnee to keep your wardrobe exciting without adding to landfills. london fashion week just confirmed: sustainability is the future of fashion.
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4. archival fashion & giving old clothes new life
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one of the coolest things this season? designers like roksanda used archival pieces and fabric treatments to make old clothes look brand new.
get the look: instead of buying into trends, swap for unique vintage finds on bonnee and make them your own. bonus points for upcycling with fabric dye, patches, or cool layering techniques.
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5. street style = anything but boring
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lfw’s street style stole the show (as always), with oversized blazers, bold prints, and creative layering taking center stage. athleisure was mixed with tailored pieces, and gender-fluid fashion ruled the streets.
steal the style (without spending $$$): your best fits are probably already in your closet—just style them differently! need a new statement piece? swap something you’re over for a fresh find on bonnee instead of buying new.
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final takeaway: you don’t need to buy new to look runway-ready
london fashion week fall/winter 2025 showed us that the future of fashion is bold, expressive, and sustainable. whether it’s embracing archival fashion, swapping instead of shopping, or reworking old pieces, you can stay on-trend without over-consuming.
ready to refresh your wardrobe? start swapping on bonnee! because great style shouldn’t cost the planet.
