London Fashion Week’s momentum continued off the runway and into the early hours of Saturday morning, , as designer Marie Lueder celebrated her fall 2026 collection and a new capsule collaboration with LN-CC with a rave-style afterparty in Dalston, east London.
The event, held at the 15-year-old fashion concept store LN-CC, built on the energy of Lueder’s show, which debuted a dark and seductive line inspired by the writings of Mark Fisher and the spectral paintings of Tobias Spichtig. Lueder’s work is also driven by a desire to destigmatize mental health and foster a more holistic industry, a theme that resonated throughout the weekend’s events.
LN-CC, which has become a hub for Europe’s rising design talent, has increasingly blurred the lines between retail and nightlife with its ‘l8te’ parties, which have partnered with brands like Nike and Yohji Yamamoto. The Lueder event continued that trend, transforming the store’s basement into a “rave-at-the-end-of-the-world” atmosphere, according to Vogue.
The collaboration between Lueder and LN-CC centers around reworked football jerseys, incorporating Lueder’s signature design elements. The partnership, according to LN-CC’s buying and creative director Reece Crisp, was a “natural fit.” Crisp emphasized the importance of designers having a “clear vision and identity,” particularly in the current volatile market. “Marie and her team communicate through their identity,” Crisp said. “It’s what I look for in designers and brands—especially at a time like now, when the market is in such flux.”
Lueder herself described the collaboration as stemming from a shared interest in football as a cultural phenomenon. “I love watching football as a social study, and Reece is a football fan,” she explained. “He saw the reworked football top and dress we presented in Berlin for fashion week and asked if we could collaborate on an exclusive and a launch party. It’s a perfect match as Lueder loves to collaborate and curate nights with musicians. And LN-CC is an iconic spot.”
LN-CC’s commitment to fostering a community extends beyond fashion, as evidenced by previous events like an immersive yoga session celebrating the launch of Skin Series and Eden Power Corp’s therapeutic textile workout wear. Crisp envisions the space continuing to evolve, serving as a platform for partners to “activate with conviction” and embracing a “chameleon” approach to its offerings.
The party drew a diverse crowd of creatives, models, and musicians. Pop star Beabadoobee was among those on the dance floor, alongside casting director Emma Mattel and models Florence Huntington-Whiteley and Hayett McCarthy. Guests enjoyed beer from Two Tribes and natural wine while dancing to sets by The Femcels, Mr Wize, and Sacha Kra. Many attendees sported pieces from Lueder’s collection, alongside designs from Chopova Lowena, Fidan Novruzova, and Aries.
The night culminated with many attendees continuing the party at Lost, a no-phones, experimental club night, extending the LFW celebration into the early hours. The event underscored a broader trend within London Fashion Week of prioritizing community, identity, and a forward-thinking approach to retail and nightlife, even amidst a challenging economic climate for the industry.
The Lueder x LN-CC capsule collection represents a convergence of fashion, music, and culture, reflecting a desire to create experiences that extend beyond the traditional runway show. It’s a signal, perhaps, of a shift towards more immersive and community-driven events within the fashion world, where identity and a clear vision are increasingly valued.
