British Artist Tracey Emin CBE RA Designs The LFWM Logo

 

Tracey Emin CBE RA Designs LFWM Fifth Anniversary Logo

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To mark this milestone iconic British artist Tracey Emin CBE RA, member of the BFC’s Menswear Committee, has lent her signature handwriting to the LFWM logo.

The logo will be featured in a custom neon installation in the event’s central hub at The Store Studios, 180 Strand. The fifth anniversary edition of LFWM will celebrate London’s reputation as the home of menswear, showcasing Savile Row tailoring and heritage brands through to the most exciting emerging talent in the menswear market, as well as a strong roster of British and international designer and contemporary businesses.

Since the first season of standalone menswear shows in June 2012 over 200 different brands have been part of over 750 shows, presentations and events. Since 2012 over 230 designer brands have shown as part of the Designer Showrooms, the curated menswear exhibition which sits at the heart of LFWM’s central hub. 

Tracey Emin CBE, RA commented,

"I am a big fan of men's fashion week - it's something the UK should be really proud of. I feel very at ease in the world of men's fashion and I was very happy to have some real input this year."

Dylan Jones OBE, Chair, London Fashion Week Men’s commented,

"It is a more than fitting testimony that one of Britain's greatest artists has given her stamp of approval by designing our new logo. God bless Tracey, God bless London Fashion Week Men's."

The generosity and commitment of their sponsors is more vital than ever.

  • Official Sponsors: British GQ, Etihad Airways, Lavazza Coffee, Lqd Skin Care, Mercedes-Benz, Radisson Blu Edwardian, London, TONI&GUY and The Vinyl Factory
  • Official Suppliers: DHL, evian, Fashion and Beauty Monitor, Launchmetrics, The Store, and Warsteiner Lager
  • Official Funders: The Department of International Trade, The European Regional Development Fund and The Mayor of London. 

London Fashion Week Men’s runs from 9th 12th June 2017.

The Designer Showrooms, BFC Show Space and BFC Presentation Space are located at The Store Studios, 180 Strand.

Register for press or buyer accreditation here, www.britishfashioncouncil.co.uk

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Sarah Salmon

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