Derrick Fall 2026
At London Fashion Week, Luke Derrick reminded everyone that there is still power in a well-cut suit. The LVMH Prize semi-finalist, whose résumé includes stints at Brioni, Dunhill, and Savile Row, presented a collection that merged the discipline of classic tailoring with the fluidity of contemporary streetwear. His Fall Winter 2026 show explored the tension between tradition and reinvention, reflecting the everyday elegance of modern Londoners who pair Nike windbreakers with school blazers or sneakers with prayer robes. “It’s about self-expression,” Derrick explained backstage, and that philosophy shaped a collection that felt both personal and quietly radical.
The tailoring itself was meticulous yet relaxed. Double-breasted suits and tuxedo jackets appeared in Japanese wool jersey, iridescent chambray and micro-corduroy, materials that softened the edges of formalwear without losing its precision. Squidgy overcoats and padded scarves were filled with ethically sourced duck feathers, balancing structure with comfort. The palette ranged from navy to golden yellow, the fabrics shifting subtly under the light, revealing depth and detail in every movement. Derrick described British tailoring as “armour,” but his take was breathable, tactile and alive — the antithesis of rigidity.
On the runway, actors Khalid Abdalla and Jonathan Aris embodied Derrick’s vision of a man who is both composed and contemporary. These are clothes designed for real life, where confidence replaces stiffness and elegance meets ease. In a season crowded with theatricality, Derrick’s restraint felt refreshing. His suits speak not of status but of style — the kind that turns heads quietly as it walks down the street.
