Leading up to London Fashion Week, the vibes, as the saying goes, were off. More than a few brands scrapped shows they had been planning and others forewent planning them at all. But any doom and gloom as fashion week approached did not deter the most passionate fans,

Some showgoers leaned into protective outerwear pieces that were compelling. While other guests arrived at shows in statement denim and expressive accessories.

There was nothing casual about the streets of London from 21-24 February, as the style set proudly revived one of fashion's most simple accessories. Embracing a 'borrowed-from' chic, these fun, formal accessories popping up around the city looked like they were taken straight from a dad's wardrobe.