Talia Byre

The Brand To Buy In. Talia Byre SS27

| Design & Culture by Ed

Similarly to A Letter and Christopher Kane’s Mulberry, Talia Byre represents a breed of London brands that are after clothes with substance. Forget anything remotely frou-frou or “art student chaos”. These aren’t garments that force you to be “a real woman in the real world” (whatever that means in 2026) – they actually let you be you.

I have a great affection for Talia Lipkin-Connor’s work. It reminds me of the innocently funky spirit of Phoebe Philo’s Chloé days: pieces that do the work, but are also made for having fun in. A white apron dress worn over a pair of matching trousers? Why not. A shearling vest that’s just ridiculously easy to style? Absolutely. Little heeled sandals with cargo pants? As simple as that.

Frankly, thee aren’t many brands doing this kind of fashion anymore. Isabel Marant used to be one; Stella McCartney, a long time ago, was another. There’s certainly a niche here to fill – and retailers should keep Talia Byre firmly on their radars.

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Energy. Talia Byre SS26

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I’ll be frank – I haven’t really paid much attention to the past few days of London Fashion Week. So far, everything has felt a little out of place. That is, until today’s Talia Byre show, which I genuinely loved.

Talia Lipkin-Connor, the designer behind the brand, reminds me of Phoebe Philo – not in terms of aesthetics, but in energy. Like Philo, Talia creates no-nonsense clothes that endure, exude effortless cool, and resonate with women who aren’t necessarily invested in fashion.

Her spring–summer 2026 line-up featured utilitarian yet chic overalls, brilliantly cut trousers, and bold graphic stripes that gave the collection a striking sense of potency and urgency. The Talia Byre woman enjoys indulging in dressier touches – like a beautifully beaded V-neck sweater – but ultimately, she remains grounded (especially in those shearling-trimmed boots). It’s a matter of time till more clients buy into this brand.

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No-Nonsense. Talia Byre AW25

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If you’re looking for an absolutely great emerging brand in London, here’s a clue: it’s Talia Byre and her no-nonsense take on what IRL women want. Stunningly cut shirts that borrowed from traditional menswear silhouettes (in checks and stripes); a nylon skirt with girlish sectioned pleats; charming, wool knitwear in vibrant shades of canary-yellow and sweet-lilac. What’s not to love?

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