Model wearing a handcrafted pink silk dress by Moda de la Maria, slow fashion made in London.

Moda de la Maria at Fashion Synergy Networking Event

Heritage Meets Modernity on the Runway

On 24 September 2025, Moda de la Maria stepped into the spotlight at the Fashion Synergy Runway Show & Networking Night in Mayfair, during London Fashion Week.
The evening was more than a showcase — it was a celebration of sustainable luxury, slow fashion, and timeless elegance for women who embrace style beyond trends.

Handmade long cotton dress with turquoise poppy flower print, Moda de la Maria slow fashion piece.

A Focus on Sustainable Luxury

At Moda de la Maria, every garment begins with heritage fabrics — British tweed, silk, and cashmere — and evolves into contemporary womenswear designed to empower women 40+.
This show provided an opportunity to introduce that ethos to a broader audience, highlighting why craftsmanship and sustainability should be at the heart of modern fashion.

Visual Highlights from the Runway

The runway lit up with statement pieces:

  • Rich tweeds reimagined in sophisticated tailored silhouettes.

  • Silk dresses and blouses that moved with fluid elegance under the lights.

  • Cashmere layers styled for versatile, seasonless luxury.

  • Millinery details in collaboration with Jana Katrina Millinery, adding timeless elegance to the looks.
Alt text: V-neck cotton dress with red poppy flower print, timeless slow fashion by Moda de la Maria.

Behind the Seams: Why It Matters

This collection is rooted in stories: the wools woven in heritage mills, the silks cut and stitched by hand, the design journey from sketch to runway.
As I watched models step onto the catwalk, I thought of every hour spent cutting patterns in the atelier, and how each piece carries part of my own journey as a designer.

Why Slow Fashion Stands Out

In a world of fast fashion, Moda de la Maria offers something different:

  • Garments made one by one in London.

  • Sustainability by design — from fabric choices to thoughtful finishing.

  • Pieces created not just to be worn, but to be cherished and lived in.

This show proved that slow fashion has a powerful place in London’s vibrant fashion scene.

Join the Journey 

This was just the beginning. Next, I’ll be hosting an Exclusive Showcase at 18 Lillie Road, London SW61TS  Earl’s Court, from 1–14 October 10 am – 6 pm 2025 — a chance to experience the collection up close, meet me in person, and discover the craft behind Moda de la Maria.

👉 Which piece from the runway would you love to wear?
Please share your thoughts in the comments below or connect with me on Instagram @modadelamaria.

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