The designers that celebrated their Indian heritage at London Fashion Week

"Another notable immigrant community that has enriched London's culture hails from India, with records of immigration dating back to the 1600s and a large influx throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, from the first British Indian MP Dadabhai Naoroji, elected in 1892, to the British-Indian army, a 2.5 million-strong force of volunteers that fought during WW2. Not to mention the chefs and restaurants that have shaped the capital's culinary scene, from the family-run spots on Brick Lane to Mayfair's Punjabi restaurant Ambassador's Clubhouse."

"One of the most exciting names in British fashion to emerge in recent years is Priya Ahluwalia, whose eponymous brand launched in 2018. Priya has leveraged her London roots, combined with her Indian-Nigerian heritage, and her authentic approach to eco-minded design (her collections feature upcycled fabrics and deadstock) to create a multi-award-winning label. The designer herself appeared on the cover of British Vogue as a trailblazer of sustainable fashion. She has also collaborated with labels such as Mulberry and"

London Fashion Week showcases the capital's diverse designers and international heritage. Historic immigrant communities shaped London's shopping and culinary landmarks, including Huguenot silk weavers in Spitalfields, Jewish makers, and the Afro-Caribbean community centered in Brixton Market. Indian immigration dates to the 1600s with large 18th- and 19th-century influxes, the first British Indian MP Dadabhai Naoroji in 1892, and a British-Indian volunteer army in WWII. Indian culinary traditions influenced Brick Lane and Mayfair. Contemporary British designers of Indian heritage blend traditional Indian techniques, fabrics, and styles with modern British sensibilities. Priya Ahluwalia's label emphasizes eco-minded design and upcycling.

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