2. american designers go back to their roots

At Fashion Week, designers rewrote the rules to safeguard their futures, reports Henrik Lischke

Fashion Week saw the capital live up to its radical reputation, says Henrik Lischke

Henrik Lischke on the people, trends and fashion news to know

Great British Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith wearing… a recycled red parachute? Yes, it could only be London Fashion Week, which boasted edgy outfits, some very famous faces and one Absolutely Fabulou

Western fashion is riding high this winter, making a bold return with a modern twist. Think tassels, rich suede in earthy tones and the timeless allure of cosy shearling-lined coats. Native American-inspired jewellery adds an artisanal edge, while classic cowboy boots stomp their way into the season’s must-have list

In design, periods of purism are often followed by a dramatic new mood. Now, the scene is set for an exciting revival of eclecticism, finds Arabella Youens