Yesterday, London Fashion Week drew to a close – and what a week it was.

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With the eyes of the world on the capital, we put on a show to remember. The last few days saw a new generation of young, London-based designers take over the runway. From Aaron Esh and Chopova Lowena to KNWLS and Paolo Carzana, they channelled our city’s unique style into breathtaking designs which – if the applause they earned is anything to go by – are redefining the future of fashion. In their 170th anniversary year, Burberry cemented their legendary status in London with timeless class and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, M&S brought the best of the British high street to their first-ever catwalk show, celebrating a century in the fashion business. And a stunning all-white collection showed off Harris Reed’s inimitable flair.

The clothes on show at London Fashion Week may have been opulent, but London’s fashion industry is no luxury. It’s a vital economic asset that generates £32 billion for the capital’s economy every year.

That’s one of the reasons why it was so exciting to see Alexander McQueen back on the official London schedule for the first time in 25 years. For a brand that was born in our city – built by the late, great Alexander from studios on Hoxton Square with........

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