We love: fashion fixes for the week ahead

We love: fashion fixes for the week ahead

Designers at Debenhams is back with a bang, Bill Nighy turns fashion designer and Erdem celebrates 20 years


Modern classics As part of its support for British design talent, John Lewis has partnered with London-based Korean designer Rejina Pyo on a 35-piece collection in sizes 6-18. Comprising outerwear, dresses, knitwear, separates and accessories, it brings together a classic British aesthetic with Korean modernity. Pyo says of the collection: “We have designed [it] for women who value thoughtful design and everyday versatility.” Key pieces include a soft leather pale-yellow trench coat (pictured, £399), a cornflower blue shirt with cuff tie details (£129) and a contrast-stitch, cape-sleeve black dress (£199), John Lewis

Modern classics
As part of its support for British design talent, John Lewis has partnered with London-based Korean designer Rejina Pyo on a 35-piece collection in sizes 6-18. Comprising outerwear, dresses, knitwear, separates and accessories, it brings together a classic British aesthetic with Korean modernity. Pyo says of the collection: “We have designed [it] for women who value thoughtful design and everyday versatility.” Key pieces include a soft leather pale-yellow trench coat (pictured, £399), a cornflower blue shirt with cuff tie details (£129) and a contrast-stitch, cape-sleeve black dress (£199), John Lewis

Page turnerThis week sees British designer Erdem Moralıoğlu release his first book, titled Erdem , to coincide with his brand’s 20th anniversary. The coffee-table book is a visual treat, delving into the designer’s creative process as well as the flair for storytelling that’s ever-present in his collections. Explore Erdem’s inspirations, muses and collaborators, from a striking portrait series by Paul Kooiker of Guinevere van Seenus, that introduces archival looks from two decades of collections, to Erdem’s own photography revealing more candid moments from backstage and in his studio. £100, Erdem

Page turner
This week sees British designer Erdem Moralıoğlu release his first book, titled Erdem , to coincide with his brand’s 20th anniversary. The coffee-table book is a visual treat, delving into the designer’s creative process as well as the flair for storytelling that’s ever-present in his collections. Explore Erdem’s inspirations, muses and collaborators, from a striking portrait series by Paul Kooiker of Guinevere van Seenus, that introduces archival looks from two decades of collections, to Erdem’s own photography revealing more candid moments from backstage and in his studio. £100, Erdem

It fits the BillSure, Bill Nighy is close pals with Anna Wintour and well-known for his impeccably sharp suits, but we didn’t have a fashion collab on our 2025 bingo card. Happily, the actor has teamed up with British knitwear giant John Smedley, a brand he’s been a loyal customer of for five decades. "I wore John Smedley polos in the 60s and 70s in frontline defiance of the silk shirt open to the third button, or the tie-dye t-shirts doused in patchouli oil, we were pioneers," he quipped. The mod essential has been a part of the venerable actor's wardrobe ever since. The capsule collection includes 13 pieces, including a red long-sleeve polo shirt and a bird motif embroidery detail – originally an illustration by Nighy drawn on every script throughout his career – appears across the range. From £200, John Smedley

It fits the Bill
Sure, Bill Nighy is close pals with Anna Wintour and well-known for his impeccably sharp suits, but we didn’t have a fashion collab on our 2025 bingo card. Happily, the actor has teamed up with British knitwear giant John Smedley, a brand he’s been a loyal customer of for five decades. "I wore John Smedley polos in the 60s and 70s in frontline defiance of the silk shirt open to the third button, or the tie-dye t-shirts doused in patchouli oil, we were pioneers," he quipped. The mod essential has been a part of the venerable actor's wardrobe ever since. The capsule collection includes 13 pieces, including a red long-sleeve polo shirt and a bird motif embroidery detail – originally an illustration by Nighy drawn on every script throughout his career – appears across the range. From £200, John Smedley

Life and sole British brands YMC and Grenson are back with the third instalment in their widely celebrated shoe series. The new collection features four unisex styles, including a re-release of the sellout split-toe Oxford shoe (£495) in black and burgundy, as well as a chunky heeled boot reinterpreted in a light "oily" suede (£495). Joining them are a new penny loafer in black and mocha (£495), and a diagonal-toe-cap derby shoe. All handmade in the Grenson UK factory, this collection is a clear collision of both brands' DNA: reliable shoe craftsmanship with playful and fashion-forward design. Grenson

Life and sole
British brands YMC and Grenson are back with the third instalment in their widely celebrated shoe series. The new collection features four unisex styles, including a re-release of the sellout split-toe Oxford shoe (£495) in black and burgundy, as well as a chunky heeled boot reinterpreted in a light "oily" suede (£495). Joining them are a new penny loafer in black and mocha (£495), and a diagonal-toe-cap derby shoe. All handmade in the Grenson UK factory, this collection is a clear collision of both brands' DNA: reliable shoe craftsmanship with playful and fashion-forward design. Grenson

‘Hello, my name is fabulous’ Designers at Debenhams are back with a bang. They’ve signed up the king of sequins, Ashish, for a bold and fun collaboration fronted by the one and only Kim Cattrall (who immortalised Sex and the City's powerhouse PR Samantha Jones). "This collection is unapologetic, it’s joyful, and it’s made for women who want to be seen” says the actor. Ashish adds, “Kim is an icon, and I couldn’t think of anyone better for this campaign. Her sense of humour, wit and style make her even more extraordinary.” The 15-piece collection debuted on the catwalk at London fashion week last month and is packed with signature Ashish pieces, including the scene-stealing rainbow faux-fur coat (pictured, £195) and a sequin airbrush-print long-sleeve dress (£135), Debenhams

‘Hello, my name is fabulous’
Designers at Debenhams are back with a bang. They’ve signed up the king of sequins, Ashish, for a bold and fun collaboration fronted by the one and only Kim Cattrall (who immortalised Sex and the City's powerhouse PR Samantha Jones). "This collection is unapologetic, it’s joyful, and it’s made for women who want to be seen” says the actor. Ashish adds, “Kim is an icon, and I couldn’t think of anyone better for this campaign. Her sense of humour, wit and style make her even more extraordinary.” The 15-piece collection debuted on the catwalk at London fashion week last month and is packed with signature Ashish pieces, including the scene-stealing rainbow faux-fur coat (pictured, £195) and a sequin airbrush-print long-sleeve dress (£135), Debenhams

Bag of tricks Travel in style with the Émigré carry-on bag that's one-step ahead of your jet-setting needs. The case is made of a lightweight recycled polycarbonate with an 100% recycled-nylon lining, and fits perfectly within the British Airways and EasyJet carry-on size requirements. There’s a removable laptop sleeve to help you sail through security checks and a TPU-coated waterproof compartment for your damp gym clothes or dirty laundry. The four-wheel design and three-height handle ensure an ease of motion and the outer shell even has USB-C and USB-A ports for charging devices on the go. Time to go to the gate. £525, Émigré

Bag of tricks
Travel in style with the Émigré carry-on bag that's one-step ahead of your jet-setting needs. The case is made of a lightweight recycled polycarbonate with an 100% recycled-nylon lining, and fits perfectly within the British Airways and EasyJet carry-on size requirements. There’s a removable laptop sleeve to help you sail through security checks and a TPU-coated waterproof compartment for your damp gym clothes or dirty laundry. The four-wheel design and three-height handle ensure an ease of motion and the outer shell even has USB-C and USB-A ports for charging devices on the go. Time to go to the gate. £525, Émigré


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