Roksanda Ilinčić showcased a new collection at London Fashion Week that reimagined the grunge aesthetic with a more refined and elegant touch. The designs featured loose fringed threads, leather gloves, and corsets, blending the raw, rebellious spirit of grunge with a polished finish. The inspiration came from Françoise Grossen, a Swiss artist renowned for her large, intricate sculptures made from braided and knotted rope. This artistic influence translated into the collection’s use of trailing fabric, abstract prints, and a bold color palette that ranged from classic black, ivory, and chocolate brown to vibrant shades like hot pink, turquoise, yellow, and lime green. The fashion show was held on an outdoor terrace at London’s National Theatre on the South Bank. The early autumn sun illuminated the colorful threads against the concrete walls of the venue, adding a dynamic visual element to the presentation. The collection included a range of wearable trends, such as fitted black jackets, wide-leg trousers, and oversized tailoring—styles that are both modern and accessible. Scarves were used creatively throughout the show, adding movement and visual interest to otherwise simple outfits. For the beauty look, natural hair textures were emphasized, with lead hairstylist Anna Cofone using hydrating products to enhance each model’s unique features without heavy styling. Most models’ hair was left to air-dry, preserving its natural shape and avoiding the use of blow-dryers. This approach aligned with the overall theme of letting elements—both in the clothing and the hair—flow and breathe freely. As the show moved into eveningwear, the loose-threaded trend became more dramatic, with dresses adorned in dense layers of multicolored strands. The final looks included gowns with exaggerated silhouettes, such as a strapless oxblood dress with a tightly fitted bodice and curved panels, and a black gown with an asymmetric neckline. Roksanda Ilinčić highlighted the contrast between Grossen’s tightly braided sculptures and the loose, flowing strands in her designs, capturing the duality of structure and freedom in the final collection.