Feben's A/W25 Collection is More Dynamic Than Ever

"The ever resourceful and wildly resilient designers who call London home are finding new ways to do things amid a looming global financial crisis. At London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2025, which took place across a wind-swept long weekend back in February [2025], a number of them decided to sit out the conventional show format, save the extensive budget it takes to send a collection down the runway and instead invite the international press into their studios and showrooms."

"It was a perfect season to do things this way: the latest collection was more dynamic than ever, with Feben crafting garments that can be modified to the wearer's liking - whether they be trousers worn low on the hip or waist-high, or hand-painted tops with interchangeable straps and adaptable sleeves. Thus she opened her world up to new fans, creating something for just about everyone without diluting her vision."

London designers are adapting to a looming global financial crisis by shifting away from costly runway shows toward intimate studio and showroom presentations that reduce budgets and increase tactile engagement. Feben staged a studio presentation in a PR agency enclave, allowing editors to handle fabrics and examine construction. The Staunch collection emphasizes adaptability and inclusivity with garments designed for adjustable silhouettes and interchangeable elements, enabling wearers to personalize fit and styling. The collection draws inspiration from Grey Gardens and celebrates resourcefulness, offering dynamic, hand-painted pieces that broaden appeal without diluting a distinct creative vision.

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