Victoria Leeds Fashion Week Returns for Its Third Edition!

Victoria Leeds Fashion Week is back for 2026, returning for its third edition with an exciting programme of fashion-led experiences across Victoria Leeds.

Now firmly established as a standout moment in the Victoria Leeds calendar, this year’s event will once again celebrate the destination’s distinctive blend of luxury labels and premium high-street favourites, bringing together style inspiration, expert insights and immersive moments.

Taking place across Victoria Quarter and Victoria Gate, Victoria Leeds Fashion Week 2026 will invite guests to discover a curated line-up of installations, live sessions and special events, all leading up to the return of The Show: a beautifully considered style showcase at Victoria Gate.

A week of style at Victoria Leeds

As Victoria Leeds Fashion Week enters its third year, the 2026 edition continues to evolve, offering new ways to experience fashion across the destination. From trend-led inspiration to thoughtful conversations around personal style, the week has been designed to feel engaging, accessible and distinctly yours.

Throughout the week, guests will be able to explore The Style Pods, a series of six unique installations displayed across Victoria Leeds for the duration of VLFW2026. Curated by in-house retailers, each pod will bring the feeling of stepping inside the pages of a fashion magazine to life, combining editorial presentation with seasonal tips, styling inspiration and key trends for the season ahead.

Visitors will also be able to enjoy Notes on Colour and Style, a series of quick pop-in workshops hosted outside John Lewis in Victoria Gate. Led by stylist Laura Fawcett and Ruth Preston, these sessions will explore topics including colour analysis, style refreshes and the idea that style is about so much more than simply getting dressed. Designed to be both informative and enjoyable, the workshops will offer an approachable way to discover new insight into personal style. More information on how to book coming soon.

The return of the sell-out Show

At the heart of the week is the much-anticipated return of The Show, taking place at 19:00 on 14th May in Victoria Gate. Reserve your ticket here.

Reimagined for its third edition, this year’s showcase promises a beautifully curated evening hosted by Style Arcades presenter Michelle Eagleton. With a focus on four key Pillars of Style, guests will be taken on an immersive journey through the season, from modern minimalism to artful expressionism, as SS26 is brought to life.

Designed to be more than a traditional runway moment, The Show will offer a considered and elevated fashion experience that reflects the character of Victoria Leeds and the brands that define it.

Following the showcase, guests will be invited to continue the evening at an exclusive and stylish after party hosted by Habbibi, extending the atmosphere of the night beyond the show itself.

Tickets are £15 and all income from ticket sales will go directly to our charity partner SmartWorks. SmartWorks exist to help women break the cycle of hardship that results from being unemployed. They help women transition into employment by providing high-quality interview clothes and interview training, unlocking their confidence and self-belief. To learn more about SmartWorks, visit their website here.

Notes on Fashion Live

Victoria Leeds Fashion Week will also feature Notes on Fashion Live, an informal yet informative live session hosted by Michelle Eagleton with an exciting celebrity guest (yet to be announced!). Exploring a special guest’s journey to finding their own style, the event will share experiences, insight and advice for guests looking to shape their own approach to dressing.

Touching on key SS26 looks, the event will also explore the four Pillars of Style, wardrobe building and emerging fashion movements, before concluding with an audience Q&A.

Discover more

Keep an eye on the Victoria Leeds website for the latest Fashion Week updates, including further event details, upcoming experiences and exclusive offers across the week.

Find out more about Victoria Leeds Fashion Week activities here, and book your Show ticket here before they sell out!