Top 25 British Luxury Fashion Brands You Will Love
If you are looking to discover some new luxury fashion brands with a chic British style, then you are in the right place as we have brought together 25 British luxury fashion brands you need to know about.
The United Kingdom has produced lots of incredible fashion brands over the years that are known for bold, striking ready-to-wear clothing and fashion accessories. Each season, London Fashion Week shows the best Britain has to offer in luxury fashion, with innovative and creative new designs.
This list of the top 27 British luxury fashion brands brings together some heritage brands that are some of the best luxury fashion houses and newer, more recent brands that are rapidly growing in popularity that you really need to know about. So whether you are looking for a new leather handbag or a super stylish dress, you are bound to find something you love in this list!
25 British luxury fashion brands
1. Alexander McQueen
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Alexander McQueen is one of the British luxury brands that rose to fame in the 1990s with ground-breaking collections and extraordinary catwalk shows. McQueen was trained on Savile Row, creating custom men’s suits before attending the master’s course at Central Saint Martins, where he honed his crafted and began creating unique collections.
Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen’s assistant is now the creative director of the brand, continuing the legacy of McQueen by designing exquisite collections each season that are ever popular.
These classic oversized sneakers are just one example of the bold, edgy Alexander McQueen aesthetic that the brand is known for.
2. Burberry
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Burberry is one of the most famous, quintessentially British luxury brands that has been a staple of the fashion industry for hundreds of years and even received a royal warrant.
Burberry was founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry the company first focussed on outdoor clothing, and Burberry quickly became known for its incredible trench coats. These trench coats were worn often in the First World War because of their practicality and their design has not changed since the early 1900s.
Trench coats are still some of the most popular pieces from Burberry but their handbags, like this Lola bag, are also so beautiful. Now with Daniel Lee as the creative director, Burberry is continuing to create gorgeous collections each season.
3. Stella McCartney
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Stella McCartney, daughter of Paul McCartney, founded her own luxury fashion brand in the early 2000s. She presented her first collection when she graduated from Central Saint Martins in 1995, which was modeled by Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, and proved a success.
Only two years later, McCartney was named the creative director of the French fashion house, Chloe. As a lifelong vegetarian, Stella McCartney never uses animal materials in her designs and has recently begun to develop her own sustainable materials to help combat climate change.
The famous Stella McCarney Falabella tote has been crafted in many different sustainable materials throughout the years to display the brand’s commitment to protecting the planet.
4. Vivienne Westwood
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Vivienne Westwood may have started from humble beginnings but is now seen as a unique and inventive high fashion brand.
Vivienne Westwood first started in the fashion world when she opened her punk boutique on King’s Road in the 1970s – this store quickly became a meeting place for the London punk scene. The first Vivienne Westwood collection was shown in 1980 and each collection had a strong theme; even to this day, some of the Vivienne Westwood collections are still referenced in contemporary fashion.
This iconic designer is beloved by celebrities and fashion editors, and so a Vivienne Westwood piece, new or vintage, is a must-have for any fashion lover!
5. Victoria Beckham
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Victoria Beckham did not launch her namesake brand until 2008 after she rose to prominence in the 1990s as a member of the girl band, the Spice Girls. Her luxury brand grew quickly and by 2011 it began to be shown as a part of New York Fashion Week.
The brand was first known for chic and sophisticated dresses before it expanded into stylish bags and shoes. In 2011, Victoria Beckham won Designer Brand of the Year at the British Fashion Awards, solidifying the brand as a top British luxury fashion house.
This One-Shoulder Midi Dress perfectly shows the elegant, versatile, and stylish Victoria Beckham design.
6. Mulberry
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The British label Mulberry is known for high-quality luxury handbags which have only grown in popularity since the brand was founded in 1971.
Mulberry’s bags are known for their top-quality materials, including luxury leather, and practical, minimalist design, meaning they make the ideal everyday handbag – just like this Iris Leather Top Handle Bag. Each bag is also available in a wide variety of colors so you are bound to find an option that suits your personal style.
Mulberry has previously collaborated with Alexa Chung, and their bags have been worn by Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, and Victoria Beckham, so why not add one to your wardrobe?
7. Jenny Packham
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If you are looking for an evening gown, then you really need to head to Jenny Packham. This luxury fashion brand is beloved by the British royal family, with the Duchess of Cambridge often spotted in a beautiful Jenny Packham dress – Taylor Swift and Angeline Jolie have also been photographed wearing Jenny Packham dresses.
Her designs take inspiration from vintage fashion and often include stunning embellishments, like ruffles, sequins, glitter, and feathers.
The Tulip Bead-Embellished Gown perfectly shows Packham’s timeless designs that will look incredible at any formal event, with the crystals sparkling under the lights.
8. Halpern
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Halpern may be a newer British luxury brand, but the eye-catching, sparkling designs have proved instantly popular. If you are looking for a special occasion dress, then Halpern is the brand you need to go for!
Michael Halpern presented the first Halpern collection in 2017 after studying at Parsons School of Design and Central Saint Martins and then consulting on the Versace haute couture collection.
The Halpern Open-Back Diagonal Sequin Column Gown, pictured above, really shows the design aesthetic of the brand – with lots of bright colors, sequins, and retro-inspired silhouettes.
9. JW Anderson
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Fashion designer, Jonathan Anderson studied at London College of Fashion before launching his namesake brand in 2008, JW Anderson. The brand initially focussed on menswear, before starting a womenswear collection in 2010.
In 2015, JW Anderson made history by becoming the first brand to win both Menswear and Womenswear Designer of the Year at The Fashion Awards.
JW Anderson has a minimalist aesthetic, with a focus on the silhouette, among their womenswear collection and accessories – as perfectly shown by this stylish JW Anderson Chain Anchor Calfskin Shoulder Bag.
10. Temperley London
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Alice Temperley founded Temperley London in 2000, after studying at the Royal College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins to hone her craft. Her time spent at these two British institutions is shown through her clever silhouette and immaculate hand-finished pieces.
In recent years, Alice Temperley has been described as the ‘English Ralph Lauren’ so if you love the clean lines and refined aesthetic of this staple American brand, you are going to love Temperley London.
The glamorous collections from Temperley London mean they are ideal for formal events or special occasions, as shown by this stunning Ruth embellished crepe de chine jumpsuit – perfect for any luxe bridal shower!
11. Simone Rocha
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Irish fashion designer, Simone Rocha, followed in her father, John Rocha’s footsteps. Simone Rocha attended the National College of Art and Design and Central Saint Martins before showing her first collection in 2010.
The brand has grown quickly, after being worn by Michelle Obama and Kate Middleton, and Simone Rocha is now stocked in Nordstrom in the United States and Dover Street Market in London, as well as having stores in New York and London.
Simone Rocha is known for clothing crafted from luxe fabrics with voluminous silhouettes, while the accessories are glamorous and unique, as you can see with this stunning, shimmering white Medium Heart Perspex Acrylic Minaudire bag.
12. Chinti and Parker
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Chinti and Parker is a British luxury brand that is a little more under the radar, but their glorious knitwear and cashmere pieces really deserve a place in your wardrobe.
Founded in 2009, Chinti and Parker have become known for the years for stylish and playful sweaters, dresses, cardigans, and loungewear, all crafted from luxurious cashmere and wool, and decorated with fun and vibrant prints.
The brand creates each piece with sustainability in mind and incredible craftsmanship – plus Olivia Wilde, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Alexa Chung are already big fans! We love the color blocking in this timeless Chinti and Parker Eider Mock-Neck Geometric Cashmere Midi Dress.
13. Ted Baker
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The Ted Baker brand was launched in the 1980s and has since become a popular luxury fashion brand all over the world. The colorful, playful designs and affordable prices have proved popular for decades.
This Arianya Blouson Long Sleeve Midi Dress is the perfect example of the Ted Baker aesthetic, with chic and sophisticated silhouettes and striking prints, like this brightly colored floral print which pops against the black background.
Ted Baker not only offers beautiful women’s clothing, but also bags, shoes, men’s clothing, home wear, and kid’s clothing.
14. Richard Quinn
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The catwalk show of Richard Quinn’s first collection was attended by the Queen, and he was given the first Queen Elizabeth II award, so Richard Quinn became a popular British brand very quickly.
Quinn studied BA Fashion Print at Central Saint Martins which is clearly shown in all of his collections which include simple silhouettes and bold, detailed prints – floral is a particular favorite. In 2018, Amal Clooney wore a Richard Quinn dress to the Met Gala which caused Richard Quinn to become a must-have brand in America.
We love the fitted tops, dresses, coats, and skirts from this British brand, all decorated with attention-grabbing floral prints, such as the Ella Floral Print Crystal Embellished Ruffle Trim Coat.
15. Rixo
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Rixo was founded by best friends, Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey in 2015 and has quickly become a cult British brand.
This luxury brand seeks inspiration from vintage fashion, which is shown through its retro silhouettes and old-school floral print but focuses on sustainability and affordable prices. Rixo aims to flatter women of any age and any size so no matter who you are, you can find something you love from this incredible fashion label.
This 90s-inspired Palermo satin-jacquard midi dress is the perfect example of the Rixo brand, with an easy-to-wear silhouette and versatile design that can easily be dressed up or down.
16. Molly Goddard
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Molly Goddard shot to fame all over the world when her tulle ruffled dress was worn by Jodie Comer in the hit TV series Killing Eve, causing everyone to want this same pink floaty dress. If you want to add a little more feminine fun to your wardrobe, then Molly Goddard is a great brand to go for.
Goddard has become known for her use of ruffled tulle and ruching in her designs, which first began in her Central Saint Martins graduation collection.
Since she founded her brand in 2015, her designs have been worn by the likes of Rihanna and Edie Campbell, causing Molly Goddard to become a must-have designer in any luxury collection.
17. Emilia Wickstead
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New Zealand-born designer, Emilia Wickstead, studied at Central Saint Martins and interned at Giorgio Armani and Vogue Magazine before founding her own brand in 2007.
Her designs began to feature in Tatler and UK Vogue before the Emilia Wickstead luxury goods began to be shown at London Fashion Week in 2012. The classically elegant designs have proved popular all over the world, with countless celebrities wearing Emilia Wickstead’s pieces.
We love the sophisticated dresses and matching sets available from this British clothing brand, such as this Kerrigan floral-print taffeta-faille cropped top, which also has a matching skirt available.
18. Erdem
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Erdem Moralıoğlu was born in Toronto but spent his childhood between England and Canada. In 2000, Erdem moved to London to study at the Royal College of Art and soon after founded his namesake brand.
The Erdem brand primarily focuses on chic, stylish womenswear, winning the British Fashion Council’s Womenswear Designer of the Year award in 2014 before expanding into menswear in 2021.
Erdem’s relaxed, versatile silhouette and feminine, floral prints proved popular throughout the UK before the brand began to be stocked in department stores in the US, including Nordstrom.
19. Christopher Kane
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Christopher Kane is another designer that studied at Central Saint Martins and interned at well-established British fashion brands, such as Giles Deacon before he founded his own fashion label in 2006.
His very first collection featured bright florescent colors and lots of mini dresses, which proved popular with fashion editors and is credited with being one of the reasons why fluoro colors were so popular in the summer of 2007.
In the years since, Christopher Kane has become known for his use of color, print, and texture, creating eye-catching designs that are completely unique and celebrated by fashion editors each season. His most recent collection was inspired by his love of painting in the 2020 lockdowns – as shown in this gorgeous Floral-print cotton-poplin shirt.
20. Olivia Von Halle
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If you are looking for luxury loungewear and sleepwear, then Olivia Von Halle is the brand for you. All pieces are made with the softest, most luxurious fabrics in the comfiest designs, so much so you’ll never want to take off your Olivia Von Halle pieces!
Olivia Von Halle first worked as a trend forecaster for Louis Vuitton and Gucci before launching her eponymous brand in 2011. Olivia Von Halle’s pieces are inspired by the lounging pajamas of the 1920s worn by the likes of Coco Chanel so you can look super stylish whilst remaining oh-so-comfy.
This Issa Floral-Print Silk Slip Dress is just gorgeous and a must-have in any wardrobe!
21. Wales Bonner
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Grace Wales Bonner is a young, London-born fashion designer who quickly established herself as a top menswear designer before her brand expanded into womenswear.
Her Central Saint Martins graduation collection, titled ‘Afrique’ won the L’Oréal Professionnel Talent award and ensure she was a name to look out for in the British fashion industry.
The Wales Bonner brand was founded in 2014 and quickly became known for luxury menswear that mixed English heritage with ‘Afro Atlantic Spirit’ to create completely unique designs. We love that she has expanded into womenswear, creating utterly stunning collections.
22. Preen By Thornton Bregazzi
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Preen By Thornton Bregazzi is a brand founded in 1996 by Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi, mixing masculine with feminine and hard with soft to create contemporary, effortlessly cool clothing. They first featured on the catwalk at London Fashion Week in 2001 and have since become a staple, must-see brand.
Preen By Thornton Bregazzi has grown from a small boutique in Notting Hill to a brand that is stocked on 5 continents and has been worn by many famous faces, including the Duchess of Sussex, Michelle Obama, Gwyneth Paltrow, Beyonce, and Cate Blanchett.
We love their recent, Victoriana-inspired collection, where this stunning Florence ruffled floral-print mini dress comes from.
23. The Vampire’s Wife
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The Vampire’s Wife was founded by model Susie Cave, while its name was inspired by her husband, Nick Cave’s, unfinished book project.
The Vampire’s Wife focuses on bold silhouettes and striking fabrics to create eye-catching dresses. The silhouettes are feminine, with a 1950s twist, often featuring puff sleeves, ruffles, and bows, while the fabrics used are all often metallic so they really sparkle in the light.
If you are looking for a glamorous dress for a special occasion, then The Light Sleeper ruffled wool-blend lamé gown from The Vampire’s Wife is just perfect for you. The glittering wool-blend lamé will sparkle under the light, while the flouncy sleeves and floor-length hem add drama to create an incredible dress.
24. Paul Smith
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Paul Smith founded his eponymous brand in 1970 as a menswear brand, but quickly expanded to include women’s fashion, bags, accessories, and fragrances.
In 1976, he traveled to Paris to show his menswear collection, which quickly proved popular and the Paul Smith brand began to grow, with the first womenswear collection being launched in 1993.
Paul Smith has become known for colorful designs and eye-catching patterns, which is exemplified in the fluorescent pink flagship store in Los Angeles. We love the stylish and classic look of these Archer 47mm Round Sunglasses, which perfectly show the timeless and sleek design of the Paul Smith brand.
25. Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY
Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY is another new fashion brand that you really need to know about.
The Scottish designer studied on the BA fashion course at Central Saint Martins and then continued onto the MA course at the same university – to fund his MA, Jeffrey started the LOVERBOY club nights in East London and this is how his brand began.
The glam, gender-fluid designs have proved very popular, earning an LVMH Prize nomination, while Charles Jeffrey has been compared to Alexander McQueen for the way his designs speak to the current generation. Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY designs have been worn by Harry Styles and Tilda Swinton, among many others.
Bonus: Jimmy Choo
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Jimmy Choo is one of the most famous shoe brands, offering a wide range of stunning pumps, sandals, boots, and flats.
Jimmy Choo himself is a Malaysian designer of Chinese descent who founded his namesake luxury shoe brand in London, after attending London College of Fashion. Choo’s designs were first noticed at London Fashion Week and were soon featured in Vogue, before celebrities and royalty, including Princess Diana, began wearing Jimmy Choo shoes.
There are so many different designs to choose from, but we particularly love the Bing Patent Crystal-Strap High-Heel Pumps because of their timeless design!
BONUS: Manolo Blahnik
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Manolo Blahnik, like Jimmy Choo, is not a native Brit. However, the Spanish fashion designer founded his luxury footwear brand in London, making it an honorary British brand.
In the 1970s, Blahnik began to create his own footwear designs, on the advice of Diana Vreeland, producing the shoes for the runway shows of Ossie Clark, Jean, Muir, and Zandra Rhodes. Blahnik’s designs quickly became popular in the UK and the brand expanded to America, with the first collection sold in 1978 in Bloomingdale’s.
Now, Manolo Blahnik is a best-selling brand, with a whole range of gorgeous shoes on offer, including the iconic Hangisi 105mm Satin High-Heel Pumps.
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