When it comes to fashion weeks, the focus is typically on the shows—oh, and the afterparties, of course. Just as prominent, though perhaps less documented, are the dinners—long, lavish dinners. Last night, one of the ritziest of the week took place at, well, The Ritz, collaboratively hosted by the British Fashion Council and JW Anderson.
While the former London Fashion Week mainstay didn’t stage a show this season—the brand instead hosted appointments offering a glimpse into its fresh, conceptual approach at its decadently chic Soho store—this served as an opportunity to celebrate its founder Jonathan Anderson, arguably one of the most decorated designers in the biz right now.
As you might expect, the evening pulled quite the crowd, with Rashida Jones, Ben Whishaw, and Daryl McCormack all turning up to raise a glass to their good friend Jonathan. What did that look like, you ask? Well, here’s an exclusive look at what went down in the dining room.
