A Letter Makes the Familiar Feel Fresh at London Fashion Week
During London Fashion Week, A Letter, the label founded by Freddy Coomes and Matt Empringham, unveiled its Spring/Summer 2027 collection at the Rose Easton gallery. The 27-piece lineup showcased five models selected by Julia Lange. Coomes and Empringham, who previously interned at Loewe and JW Anderson, first crossed paths at Central Saint Martins. Their creative approach begins with affordable materials, leading to unique clothing. The collection reinterpreted classic British items, such as a donkey jacket and vintage chinos, enhancing comfort. Highlights included zigzag elastic, sheer dresses, and a gingham piece inspired by Linda McCartney. The presentation focused on minimalism, featuring clean, refreshing designs. Since 2025, Dover Street Market has carried the brand.
Key facts
- A Letter is designed by Freddy Coomes and Matt Empringham.
- The debut show for Spring/Summer 2027 took place at Rose Easton gallery during London Fashion Week.
- 27 looks were shown on five models cast by Julia Lange.
- Coomes and Empringham met at age 18 on the foundation course at Central Saint Martins.
- They interned at Loewe in Paris and JW Anderson in London, both under Jonathan Anderson.
- A Letter has been stocked by Dover Street Market since launching in 2025.
- The collection drew on archetypal British garments including a donkey jacket, vintage men's chinos, a Ben Sherman gingham shirt, and St Michael pieces.
- Materials included PVC, electrostatic flocking, silk dupion, and calico.
Entities
Artists
- Freddy Coomes
- Matt Empringham
- Jonathan Anderson
- Julia Lange
- Linda McCartney
Institutions
- A Letter
- Central Saint Martins
- Loewe
- JW Anderson
- Dover Street Market
- Rose Easton
- Ben Sherman
- St Michael
- AnotherMag
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Paris
- France