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Published on May 6th, 2026
•Victoria Leeds is set to host its much-anticipated Fashion Week from 8th May to 17th May 2026. This year’s event is themed ‘Notes on Fashion’ and will celebrate personal style while highlighting the importance of individual expression over fleeting trends. This exciting week promises a variety of events and activities that will delight fashion enthusiasts and casual shoppers alike.
Fashion Week Highlights
The Victoria Leeds Fashion Week will span ten days filled with curated events, exclusive experiences, and in-store activities. The highlight will be a spectacular runway show, showcasing the latest trends and styles from over 20 top retailers.
Event Dates: 8th May – 17th May 2026
Runway Show: 14th May 2026, 7 PM – 9 PM
Location: Victoria Gate, Leeds
Jo Coburn’s Vision
Jo Coburn, the Centre Director at Victoria Leeds, expressed excitement about this year's Fashion Week. She stated,
“This year’s Fashion Week offers a truly elevated experience, bringing together iconic luxury brands, expert styling moments and a showstopping runway event. It reflects Victoria Leeds as more than a retail destination, but a place where fashion, creativity and experience come together.”
This vision emphasises the aim of making Victoria Leeds a hub of style and creativity.
Supporting Smart Works
Victoria Leeds is proud to partner with Smart Works, a charity that helps unemployed women gain the clothing, coaching, and confidence needed to secure jobs. All ticket sales from the Fashion Week runway show will be donated to this worthy cause, supporting women in the local community as they strive for employment and transformation in their lives.
Immersive Style Pods
Throughout the Fashion Week, six immersive installations known as Style Pods will be available for visitors at the Victoria Quarter and Victoria Gate. Each pod will feature unique styles from various iconic brands, allowing guests to step inside editorial-inspired environments that reflect the world of fashion publishing.
Fashion lovers can explore four key style directions:
The Modern Minimalist: Simple and sleek designs.
The Refined Bohemian: Relaxed yet sophisticated looks.
The Artful Expressionist: Bold and creative outfits.
The Heritage Sophisticate: Classic styles with a modern twist.
The Dressing Room Experience
On 9th May, The Dressing Room will be introduced outside John Lewis at Victoria Gate. This exclusive styling experience, led by renowned stylists Laura Fawcett and Ruth Preston, aims to help guests understand their personal style.
The session will include:
A 20-minute personalised consultation.
An express colour analysis to determine individual style seasons.
Guidance on refining a capsule wardrobe.
Participants will need to make a donation to secure a booking, with all proceeds going to Smart Works. Walk-in spots will also be available from 1 PM to 2 PM on a first-come-first-served basis.
The Fashion Show and Afterparty
The main event, the Fashion Show, will take place on 14th May at Victoria Gate from 7 PM to 9 PM. Hosted by broadcast journalist Michelle Eagleton, this runway show will present the defining style pillars and showcase looks from top retailers such as John Lewis, Harvey Nichols, and The White Company.
With seated tickets already sold out, standing room tickets are still available for those eager to experience the excitement.
As the runway event concludes, guests are invited to an exclusive afterparty at Habbibi, a Middle East-inspired restaurant on Level 3 of Victoria Gate. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue the evening surrounded by good company and great food.
Notes on Fashion Live
The Fashion Week will wrap up on 17th May with ‘Notes on Fashion Live’ at The Cut & Craft. This event will feature a live discussion hosted by Michelle Eagleton, alongside celebrity stylist Karen Williams.
Guests can look forward to engaging conversations about personal style, key fashion movements, and building a thoughtful wardrobe. The event will also include a live Q&A session, allowing attendees to share their thoughts and ideas about fashion.
Get Involved
Fashion enthusiasts and community members are encouraged to participate in Victoria Leeds Fashion Week. With a variety of events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. For more information and to purchase tickets for the runway show, visit Eventbrite.
Victoria Leeds continues to be a premier shopping destination in Yorkshire, blending luxury brands with unique experiences, and this Fashion Week is set to elevate that reputation even further.
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