Though summer weather still lingers, fashion has its own calendar—and fall has officially arrived. That much was clear on August 16, when Topshop and Topman staged their Autumn/Winter 2025 show in the heart of London’s Trafalgar Square. The event was more than a seasonal debut—it marked the retailer’s first runway presentation in seven years and coincided with the relaunch of its newly revamped e-commerce platform.
The show itself celebrated nostalgia and reinvention, spotlighting both women’s and men’s collections ready to shop now. But while the clothes on the runway made headlines, it was the front row—and one star in particular—that stole the conversation online.
Cara Delevingne’s Monochromatic Statement
Leading the charge was Cara Delevingne, longtime Topshop muse and the face of the brand’s comeback campaign. For the event, she leaned into a major fall 2025 color trend: maroon.
Her look was quintessentially autumn: faded maroon corduroy barrel-leg trousers, paired with an oversized faux leather jacket in a deeper, richer shade of the same hue. The tonal pairing created a layered, textured look that was both cozy and sleek. To balance the statement, Delevingne kept things grounded with a classic black tee and square-toed loafers featuring ruched detailing.
The outfit proved two things: first, maroon is about to have a major fashion moment, and second, Delevingne’s role as both muse and tastemaker is central to Topshop’s new chapter.
Topshop’s Revival: A Blend of Nostalgia and Freshness
Topshop’s return has been met with equal parts excitement and curiosity. Once a cornerstone of high-street fashion, the brand’s influence waned in recent years. This revival, however, aims to balance heritage with modern updates.
At the show, fans were delighted to see nods to past favorites—like the cult-classic Jamie and Joni skinny jeans—reimagined for 2025 with fresh cuts, new washes, and updated fits. It’s a smart move that caters both to loyalists who grew up with the brand and to new shoppers discovering it for the first time.
And no one embodies that generational crossover better than Cara.
A Longstanding Partnership
Delevingne’s connection to Topshop runs deep. She first walked in the retailer’s famed London Fashion Week runway shows over a decade ago, often sharing the stage with rising talent like Jourdan Dunn and Kendall Jenner. Together, they helped define the “London cool” aesthetic that became Topshop’s calling card.
Bringing her back now feels like a full-circle moment—cementing her as the face of a brand that shaped, and was shaped by, her rise in fashion.
The “Cara Edit”
For fans eager to shop her look, Delevingne’s curated “Cara Edit” is already live on the Topshop site. It includes:
- The oversized maroon faux leather jacket (selling quickly, with only XS still available at the time of writing).
- The ruched square-toe loafers she wore to the show.
- Additional staples handpicked to reflect her effortless, edgy style.
The red corduroy trousers haven’t launched online yet, though an olive-green version is currently available for those who can’t wait to channel the vibe.
What This Means for Fall Fashion
If this runway moment signals anything, it’s that fall 2025 is all about rich, moody tones and nostalgic textures. Corduroy, faux leather, and jewel-toned palettes are set to dominate, offering endless mix-and-match potential for transitional dressing.
More broadly, Topshop’s comeback underscores the enduring appetite for high-street labels that can deliver both trend-driven pieces and reliable staples. By revisiting its roots while offering something new, the brand is positioning itself not just as a comeback story—but as a major player once again.
A Promising New Chapter
The buzz surrounding the show, the campaign, and Cara’s edit suggests that Topshop’s revival is more than just a nostalgic return—it’s a reintroduction with purpose. For many, the brand holds memories of their first “cool” jeans, their first party dress, or their first experiment with London street style. Now, a new generation will have the chance to create those same moments.
And if Delevingne’s maroon-on-maroon look is any indication, this fall is the perfect time to start.
