What Defines Modern British Style?
Why Is London So Fashionable?
In the modern world, London occupies a high place as a distinctive center of fashion. It’s vibration of style competes with and complements the trends of other world fashion capitals such as Paris, Milan, New York. Today, while Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, John Galliano remain at the center of London’s fashion influence, London has found another attractive feature that inspires all fashionistas: street style influences by the multicultural mixture that are so commonly known for this “Melting Pot”. And this is what makes London so significant – its cosmopolitan nature.
If you’re curious about how Londoners actually dress, you can subscribe to @londonersinlondon instagram feed to follow the current style of the London streets.
Running a jewellery dedicated blog, we look at the style of London through jewellery 💎❤️
Combining the traditionalism of British style with the rebellious spirit that is so inherent in London, street fashion meets the needs of modern women – by understanding her lifestyle and personality. In casual more simple and comfortable fashion we can also notice the interacting with the weather conditions. The weather is a favorite topic for small talks among the British. Dressing so as not to get cold or sweat is a real art for newly arrived in the country. Maybe that is why jackets and cardigans are so loved here, they are comfortable to hold on the arm if the sun has come out and they are good enough to keep you warm if the sun is hidden and it becomes chilly.
If the Parisian women’s style is associated more with refinement and sophistication, then the London style is more associated with Victorian Gothic and subcultures.
Hovewer, perhaps the most familiar style of London’s nowadays streets is Casual. Something comfortable to move around, but at the same time stylish. Londoniers like to complement casual style of clothing with jewellery to bring a touch of fashion. A simple white T-shirt and Levis 501s®, comfortable sweater and leather pants are often mix with interesting combinations of jewellery.
Shall we say that day-to-day London style is casual but yet more dressy than American style?
Military wardrobes have always inspired British fashion, as the mackintosh and the trench coat are known to have been born in the trenches of of the World Wars – the iconic Burberry and Aquascutum in timeless fashion.
The creation of a popular working-class club culture was, in its day, a source of inspiration for fashion too. The influx of immigrants spawned subcultures that, of course, influenced fashion in London. From Teddy Boys and Girls to Grunge (that fuses elements of punk rock and heavy metal), London has become one of the most diverse metropolis on the planet.
At the same time, the world’s attention-grabbing royal family plays a role in the formation of a “Very English Style”, keeping the tradition and some old-fashioned trends. English modesty has always been distinguished from French delicacy by its aura of simplicity and classicism.
Without love for tradition, there would be no love for rebellion: in the atmosphere of creative freedom that this city offers, you can express yourself the way you want.
Perhaps one of the most interesting qualities of London fashion is that it is built around the very heart of Londoners. Quirky, creative, risky, and essentially a rebel at heart.
