British creative director Daniel Fletcher of Mithridate reflects on his journey, drawing inspiration from the historic wisteria in London and the Thames' character, as the brand establishes a new studio. The Fall 2026 collection, showcased at Tate Britain, features elements inspired by the river's denizens and Fletcher's own past.
The oldest wisteria in the UK and Europe, planted in 1816, originated from a garden in Guangzhou, China—it’s believed all European wisteria today descends from it, and one of the original blooms still holds strong in Chiswick, unfurling along the banks of the River Thames.
This became a central motif for Daniel Fletcher, the British creative director at Guangzhou head-quartered Mithridate, who founded the label’s new studio home in Borough, on the river. Now three seasons in, Fletcher is reflecting on all these moments of serendipity. “I’m not philosophical, but I’ve been thinking a lot about my own journey, and how everything so far has felt quite fated,” Fletcher said at a preview in the sun-drenched new space. “We’re laying our roots here, and what comes next? At the same time, it’s also interesting to work against all of that, and push the codes a bit.” A huge wisteria was a hulking centerpiece on the fall 2026 runway, set within the cavernous Tate Britain. Characters you’d meet along the Thames—hustling market stallers, tradesmen, regatta-goers, slowly sobering guys and girls stumbling home as dawn breaks over the water—made themselves known. Representing them were a shimmering red evening dress and green glass bottle print skirt, fly-fishing charms on stipple sweaters and suits, and a chunky Aran knit worn over silt-like lacquered pants. The swirling silver ‘M’ brooches and jauntily affixed charms were like mudlarked treasures. Previously, Fletcher was an independent designer with his own eponymous label . At Mithridate, he continues to explore all his atelier can do. An exquisitely hand-embroidered beaded jacket looked like a snow-flecked sky, and a delicately corseted dress featured a handprinted wisteria print. Styling is also a growing strong point, injecting Chinese craftsmanship with British eccentricism and undoneness: classic duffels over silky mini-dresses, a fishscaley evening gown paired with angular brogues and a longline tuxedo jacket. The Chinese concept of yuánfèn—destiny, and a form of connective karmic force—comes to mind when thinking of Fletcher and the brand. Like a flush of those promising purple blooms, there’s so much more to come from this pairing.
Mithridate Daniel Fletcher Wisteria Fashion Design London
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Daniel Radcliffe's Harry Potter Legacy and the New GenerationActor Daniel Radcliffe, known for his role as Harry Potter, reflects on the franchise's impact and the upcoming series featuring Dominic McLaughlin. Radcliffe discusses his journey with the character and encourages fans to embrace the new cast, highlighting the torch being passed to a new generation.
Read more »
Daniel Radcliffe on Harry Potter Reboot: 'Let Them Get On With It'Daniel Radcliffe reflects on the new Harry Potter series, expressing his desire for the original cast to be left out of comparisons and focusing on the new generation of actors. He shares insights on his own experience, his friendships with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint and how his perspective has changed over the years.
Read more »
Daniel Radcliffe Asks for Comparisons to Cease as New Harry Potter Cast EmergesDaniel Radcliffe, the original Harry Potter, requests that comparisons between him and the new actor playing Harry, Dominic McLaughlin, be stopped. He reflects on his time in the role and expresses confidence in the new cast, highlighting the evolution of his own acting journey since the early films.
Read more »
Daniel Radcliffe Names The 2 Non-Harry Potter Movies People Always Talk To Him AboutDaniel Radcliffe smiling while on the WarnerMedia red carpet
Read more »
Spreading Black excellence: Cheryl McKissack Daniel, Peter Robinson discuss her important new bookEven though she has undertaken many commissions, the title of Cheryl McKissack Daniel’s new book is liable to strike some as hyperbolic.
Read more »
Daniel Jeremiah Names Two Potential Trade Targets in the Jets QB SearchThe New York Jets need to land their franchise quarterback soon, but they might have to push their search back for another year.
Read more »