The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) returned to London Fashion Week with its Fashion Hong Kong runway show on February 19 at The Vinyl Factory in Soho, presenting Autumn/Winter 2026 collections from four Hong Kong designers. The event attracted over 300 international buyers, media representatives, and fashion professionals, underscoring Hong Kong's position as a key fashion design hub in Asia.
The showcased designers—Angus Tsui (ANGUS TSUI), Bettie Jiang (Bettie Haute Couture), Harrison Wong (HARRISON WONG), and Menu Tsai (selfFab.)—demonstrated a wide range of design expressions, from avant-garde futurism and cultural fusion to zero-waste tailoring and sporty aesthetics. Their collections highlighted innovation, sustainability, and a global outlook, reinforcing the creative excellence of Hong Kong fashion.
The runway show received strong support from the UK fashion industry, with notable attendees including model Eva Apio, singer CC Clarke, influencer Leo Mandella, and stylist Karine Laudort. Leading international fashion media such as BBC News, DAZED, Forbes, Vogue Business, and Wonderland also covered the event, boosting global awareness of Hong Kong fashion brands. Beyond showcasing creativity, the event facilitated exchange and collaboration between Hong Kong and UK fashion industry players.
To further support Hong Kong brands in going global, the HKTDC launched a professional designer showroom in London from February 18 to 23, featuring the designers' latest collections. This showroom provided a platform for international buyers to engage directly with brands, gain insight into their design philosophies, and explore collaboration opportunities. Additionally, a curated display of selected works was presented at the runway venue, complemented by creative pieces from the NEXT@Fashion InStyle initiative, which showcases innovative products from global material suppliers.
Since its launch in 2015, Fashion Hong Kong has taken designers to major fashion weeks in New York, London, and Tokyo, promoting Hong Kong's creative vibrancy. The return to London Fashion Week in 2026 underscores the international potential of Hong Kong design. With over 50 offices globally, the HKTDC continues to connect Hong Kong's design talent with the global creative ecosystem, supporting local brands in expanding overseas and reinforcing Hong Kong's role as a leading fashion hub in Asia.
