Fresh spring-like pastels, coupled with the contrast of searing hot brights and the grounding force of black and white, are driving next summer’s key colour messages from London.

The boundaries between PM and daywear continue to be eroded, with designers playing fast and loose with satin, sequins and sheers, contrasted with crumpled textures, summer tweed, plasticised finishes and overdyed denim.

Planetary concerns are inspiring the latest emerging print trend, drawing on the earth and oceans for inspiration. Elsewhere, roses are blooming alongside generic skins and spots, with playful graffiti and cartoon motifs added into the mix.

The London runways deliver girl power for next summer – from the seductive sex appeal of the boudoir’s lingerie drawer, to unashamedly girly, flirty looks featuring a cascade of feminine frills and florals. 

A tightly knitted edit of key items in London, where designers laid out their individual stalls rather than tapping into cohesive trends. ‘Dare to bare’ is the biggest silhouette driver, with strategic cut-outs and thigh-high hemlines putting the sass into S/S 23.

Softness abounds in the London collections as footwear and accessories take a pretty or decorative turn. However, active influences keep the energy youthful, particularly in exciting sporty footwear hybrids.