Burberry, Daniel Lee’s Vision for “Going Out” — Fall/Winter 2026

On February 23, Burberry unveiled its Fall/Winter 2026 collection at London Fashion Week.

The show took place at Old Billingsgate, the historic landmark on the north bank of the River Thames. Once home to the world’s largest fish market in the 19th century, the grand space was transformed for one night into a theatrical ode to London after dark. Tower Bridge stood illuminated outside, while a replica cut diagonally through the interior. Resin “puddles” dotted the runway, recreating rain-slicked pavements. Deep blue lighting set against velvety black shadows visualized the damp chill and humidity of a London winter night.

For Daniel Lee, the collection marked his third year at the house — a pivotal moment. After a period of creative and leadership transitions that left the brand searching for footing, his mission to pull Burberry back into the center of culture has, over the past seasons, taken on a clearer shape.

This season was about affirming Britain in winter. Lee stated, “Everyone’s going somewhere. Everyone’s going out.” It was a direct response to the gloom of February in London — a message that urges: don’t stay in, step outside.

Comprising 56 looks, the collection was anchored in leather. Buttery-soft black plongé leather, along with deep jewel tones of ink blue, burgundy, and plum, created a polished sheen that blended seamlessly into the urban nightscape. Leather coats, skirts, suits, and snoods appeared in succession, proposing a wardrobe that is both glamorous and resilient — built for city living.

At the same time, elements of partywear were woven throughout. Sequins, beads, embroidered tassels, and fringing added movement and shimmer. Fluid satin wrap dresses and bias-cut silhouettes carried a sense of rhythm, evoking the pulse of a dance floor. Hand-knit dresses encrusted with thousands of beads and sequins, as well as flapper-inspired pieces adorned with Art Deco–style bugle-bead embroidery, caught the light with every step — encapsulating the gloss of London nightlife.

Naturally, the trench coat remained central. As the house that invented the trench, Burberry re-edited its DNA with precision. Belted cuffs, throat latches, and epaulettes appeared not only on coats but also on rib-knit dresses and mohair hoodies. “Going-out trenches” crafted in pleated silk poplin or ruffled-collar silk faille possessed such presence that one might hesitate to surrender them at coat check.

Shearling appeared in raw-edge finishes and Burberry check intarsia, demonstrating tactile richness within a fur-free lineup. Utilitarian staples such as bomber jackets and raincoats were elevated in smooth lambskin leather. The iconic check resurfaced in plush scarves and outerwear, reinterpreted with softness while retaining its heritage weight.

The front row included Kate Moss, Lila Moss, Olivia Dean, Skepta, and Stellan Skarsgård, among others.

Burberry’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection is clothing for those who choose to step out into a dark, rain-soaked February in London. It embodies bodies moving toward the night, the pulse of the city, and a redefinition of Britishness. Daniel Lee has retained the house’s core — British identity, outerwear, and the check — while updating it for the present urban moment.

Explore all the looks from the Burberry Fall/Winter 2026 collection in the gallery below.

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