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A streamlined London Fashion Week takes place next week, but Burberry will lose one of its biggest brands when it announces it’s canceling the show following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8.

The British Fashion Council (BFC) said in a statement released Thursday night shortly after the Queen’s obituary was announced: A particular moment in the fashion calendar, we are aware of the work we do at this moment.

“Therefore, collection shows and presentations can continue, but we ask designers to respect the national mood and the period of public mourning, considering the timing of the image release.” recommends postponing or canceling “non-essential” events such as parties and opening ceremonies on behalf of the Queen, suspending or dedicating their own channels of communication until the end of the 10-day period of mourning. .

Burberry announced Thursday night that it is canceling its Spring/Summer 2023 show, which takes place on September 17 “out of respect”.

A date for the Queen’s funeral has yet to be confirmed. She is scheduled to take place on September 18th or 19th, about ten days after her death. Shows scheduled to take place on the day of the Queen’s funeral “should be rescheduled,” the BFC said in a statement. increase.[-hour] Immediate closure, staff black armbands, closure on the day of the funeral.”

Ahead of news of the Queen’s passing, London gears up for its biggest fashion week in three years, with both established and emerging designer labels back on schedule after pandemic-related disruptions. .

Designers currently scheduled to show on September 18, ten days after the Queen’s death, include Nensi Dojaka, 16 Arlington, Regina Pyo, Halpern, Simone Rocha, Erdem, Stephen Cook and Richard Quinn. The show scheduled for Sept. 19 includes Christopher Kane, Roksanda and Chopova Rowena. A representative for Purple PR, which oversees Yuhan Wang and David Koma’s show on Sept. 18, said the show would not take place and would not be open to the public if the funeral was scheduled for the same day.

Tributes poured in from the fashion industry including BFC, Burberry and Christopher Kane after the Queen passed away. The London Fashion Her Week website has been updated with the following message: Her Majesty’s effortless style, charm and playfulness are evident, and her passion for supporting young creators will continue to inspire her next generation. ”

Update: This article has been updated to include news that Burberry is canceling the show.(September 8, 2022)

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