For some brand names, the crown comes prior to the clothing.
Ahead of London Fashion Week– which ranges fromSept 16 throughSept 20– brand names, such as Burberry and Raf Simons, revealed that they would cancel their programs following Queen Elizabeth II‘s death onSept 8.
According to The Business of Fashion, the labels didn’t divulge whether they prepared to reschedule their discussions for their spring/summer 2023 collections.
“As the country enters a period of official mourning, we will pause during this time of great sadness,” the Raf Simons group stated in a declaration, per the outlet. “We will take this time to respect the legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and her 70 years on the throne. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and the people of the Commonwealth.”
Burberry likewise released a declaration, informing Hypbae, “As a mark of respect, we have taken the decision to cancel our SS23 runway show due to take place on 17 September in London. We hope to see you in the near future.”
