S.S. Daley Fall 2025 Collection
For Fall 2025, Steven Stokey-Daley embraces a refreshing simplicity, offering a counterpoint to the industry’s growing obsession with theatrical and over-the-top designs. “I just want to create clothes that aren’t overcomplicated!” he shared during a preview, highlighting his focus on effortless yet striking pieces.
Merging heritage with a youthful energy, the collection presents modern interpretations of classic British staples—trench coats, duffle coats, donkey jackets, and tailored shorts—all infused with a fresh, lighthearted appeal. Among the standout looks was a plaid ensemble in cream, red, and black, featuring a matching trench coat and suit with a distinctive ’70s flair. Other pieces played with structured Harrington jackets and impeccably tailored outerwear.
Beyond the fashion itself, Stokey-Daley crafted a show rich in emotion. The presentation opened with a nostalgic 1960s Movietone narration celebrating London’s iconic landmarks, before shifting into West End Girls by the Pet Shop Boys—a tribute to the city’s LGBTQ+ culture. The finale struck a deeply personal note with The Ballad of Lucy Jordan by Marianne Faithfull, an artist the designer has long admired.
Expanding into womenswear this season, Stokey-Daley sees it as a natural evolution, given his lifelong connection to strong female figures. His approach balances classic British tailoring with artistic craftsmanship, incorporating vibrant felt coats and hand-painted accessories inspired by 1920s Scottish artist Francis Cadell.
With a collection that is both deeply personal and effortlessly wearable, Stokey-Daley reaffirms that British fashion can be timeless, expressive, and refreshingly unpretentious.
