Amanda Wakeley launches SS26 collection with John Lewis in ‘strategic move’ with Radius Brands

British luxury womenswear designer Amanda Wakeley has launched an SS26 capsule collection for John Lewis in partnership with Radius Brands.

It marks a strategic move into premium contemporary retail for Amanda Wakeley, with the exclusive edit going into 10 John Lewis stores throughout the UK, as well as on its website, with “price points that bridge designer and contemporary”.

The “clean glam” aesthetic of the collection focuses on elevated wardrobe staples crafted in silk, viscose and lace, as well as “fluid tailoring”. It includes a bias-cut satin and lace slip dress (£395) and Amanda Wakeley’s signature ‘Air’ silk wrap shirt (£350).

The partnership forms part of John Lewis’s broader strategy to elevate its fashion offer with brands that deliver premium fabrication, timeless design and commercial strength.

Rachel Morgans, Director of Fashion at John Lewis, said: “We are delighted to welcome Amanda Wakeley to John Lewis, a partnership built on a shared passion for design excellence. The collection elegantly offers pieces that are as special as they are wearable.

“It is a privilege to offer our customers exclusive access to Amanda’s world, specifically her impeccable precision in tailoring and the expert craftsmanship that defines the collection.”

Amanda Wakeley said: “I have always believed in creating timeless pieces that empower women through simplicity, precision and elegance. Partnering with John Lewis allows us to bring that philosophy to a wider audience while maintaining the quality and craftsmanship that define the brand. The SS26 collection reflects modern luxury, effortless, refined and wearable.

“This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for the brand, one that honours our heritage while evolving how and where women experience Amanda Wakeley.”

Damian Hopkins, founder and CEO of Radius Brands, added: “Amanda is one of Britain’s most respected luxury designers, with a clear and confident aesthetic that resonates with today’s customer.

“This exciting partnership with John Lewis is about bringing true designer integrity into a broader retail environment without compromising quality or brand DNA.

“At Radius, our role is to build sustainable brand platforms, and this Amanda Wakeley launch marks a significant milestone in our next chapter of growth.”

The collection is now available at John Lewis’s flagship Oxford Street store in London, as well as Cambridge, Cheltenham, Kingston, Liverpool, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cheadle, High Wycombe and Peter Jones in Chelsea.