Fashion Space Gallery
Contemporary fashion exhibitions at the intersection of art, design, and cultural critique in Central London.
Fashion Space Gallery at London College of Fashion is a cutting-edge contemporary exhibition space located directly behind Oxford Circus in Central London. Launched in 2010, this critically rigorous venue presents changing exhibitions that engage with fashion and design in their widest sense, showcasing work by leading international practitioners. The gallery operates within the University of the Arts London and offers an accessible entry point to avant-garde fashion discourse, hosting everything from emerging designer showcases to thematic explorations of fashion's cultural impact.
A brief summary to Fashion Space Gallery
- 20 John Prince's St, London, W1G 0BJ, GB
- +442075146166
- Duration: 0.5 to 1 hours
- Free
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 8 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-7 pm
- Thursday 8 am-7 pm
- Friday 8 am-7 pm
- Saturday 10 am-7 pm
- Sunday 10 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Check the gallery's current exhibition before visiting, as programming changes regularly and the space hosts thematic shows that may align with your specific interests in fashion history, emerging design, or conceptual practice.
- Allow time to read exhibition materials and contextual information; the gallery's curatorial approach emphasizes critical engagement, and accompanying texts often provide essential frameworks for understanding the work on display.
- Visit during weekday mornings if you prefer a quieter experience; the location near Oxford Circus means weekend afternoons can draw significant foot traffic from the surrounding shopping district.
- Combine your visit with exploration of nearby Central London cultural venues; the gallery's location places it within walking distance of major museums, galleries, and design shops in Fitzrovia and Soho.
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Getting There
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Underground (Tube)
Oxford Circus station on the Central, Northern, and Victoria lines is the nearest transport hub, located approximately 150 meters from Fashion Space Gallery. Journey times from major London stations range from 10–25 minutes depending on your starting point. The station exits directly onto Oxford Street; from there, navigate to John Prince's Street, which runs parallel one block north. Service runs frequently throughout the day, with trains arriving every 2–5 minutes during peak hours. A single journey costs £1.75–£3.40 depending on your Oyster card or contactless payment status and your journey distance.
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Bus
Multiple bus routes serve the Oxford Circus area, including routes 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 23, 25, 55, 73, 94, 98, 139, 159, 176, 190, and 453. Buses stop on Oxford Street and surrounding streets within 100–200 meters of the gallery. Journey times from central London locations typically range from 15–30 minutes depending on traffic conditions. A single bus journey costs £1.75 with an Oyster card or contactless payment. Buses run frequently throughout the day, with most routes offering service every 5–15 minutes.
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Walking
Fashion Space Gallery is highly walkable from multiple central London locations. From Tottenham Court Road station, the walk takes approximately 8–10 minutes via Goodge Street. From Piccadilly Circus, allow 12–15 minutes walking northwest through Soho. From the British Museum, the journey is approximately 15–18 minutes heading south and east. The surrounding streets are well-lit, pedestrian-friendly, and lined with shops and cafes. The final approach involves navigating narrow streets typical of London's West End, with clear signage directing visitors to the London College of Fashion building.
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Taxi or Rideshare
Black cabs and rideshare services including Uber and Bolt operate throughout Central London and can deliver you directly to 20 John Prince's Street. Journey times from major London locations typically range from 10–25 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Fares vary significantly based on time of day and traffic; expect to pay £8–£20 for journeys from nearby central locations. Rideshare services generally offer more predictable pricing than traditional black cabs. Parking near the gallery is limited and expensive; most visitors using taxi or rideshare services are dropped at the building entrance rather than parking.
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Discover more about Fashion Space Gallery
A Hub for Fashion Innovation and Critical Discourse
Fashion Space Gallery stands as one of London's most important contemporary spaces dedicated to fashion as both art form and cultural phenomenon. Nestled directly behind Oxford Circus within the London College of Fashion building, the gallery has established itself since 2010 as a platform for critically rigorous exhibitions that challenge conventional thinking about fashion and design. The space operates as part of the University of the Arts London, positioning it at the intersection of academic inquiry and public engagement. Rather than presenting fashion as mere commercial spectacle, the gallery frames clothing, accessories, and design practices as legitimate subjects for serious artistic and cultural analysis.Curatorial Vision and Thematic Breadth
The gallery's programming reflects a commitment to exploring fashion through diverse conceptual lenses. Past exhibitions have examined fashion photography, collaborative practices between designers, sustainable approaches to materials, and the relationship between fashion and performance. Curators have commissioned work exploring geopolitical issues, celebrated emerging talent across contemporary womenswear, and interrogated the cultural significance of specific materials like leather. The space regularly features work by established practitioners alongside emerging designers, creating dialogues between established and new voices. This curatorial approach transforms the gallery into a laboratory for fashion thinking, where visitors encounter work that provokes, challenges, and reframes their understanding of what fashion can express.Architectural Setting and Visitor Experience
Located within a modernist concrete building in Central London, Fashion Space Gallery occupies a deliberately understated setting that allows exhibitions to command full attention. The gallery's proximity to Oxford Circus makes it highly accessible to both fashion students and general visitors navigating central London's retail and cultural landscape. The space itself functions as a neutral canvas, with exhibitions typically occupying compact gallery rooms that encourage intimate engagement with displayed works. Visitors typically spend less than an hour at the gallery, though the intensity of the curatorial vision often leaves a lasting impression. The intimate scale of the space contrasts sharply with the ambitious scope of its exhibitions, creating an experience where concentrated viewing yields significant insight into contemporary fashion practice.Educational Mission and Public Access
As part of London College of Fashion, the gallery serves a dual purpose as both a teaching tool for students and a public exhibition space. This educational foundation shapes the gallery's approach to presentation, with exhibitions often accompanied by contextual materials, artist statements, and thematic frameworks that guide visitor interpretation. The space welcomes solo visitors, students, fashion professionals, and curious members of the public, creating a democratized environment for fashion discourse. By situating fashion exhibitions within an educational institution rather than a commercial gallery, Fashion Space Gallery challenges the notion that fashion belongs exclusively to the luxury market or fashion industry insiders.Engagement with Fashion's Cultural Dimensions
The gallery's exhibitions consistently explore fashion's relationship to broader cultural phenomena. Past shows have examined fashion in performance, the intersection of fashion and photography, collaborative design practices, and emerging designers' approaches to sustainability and innovation. This thematic breadth reflects an understanding that fashion operates as a language through which individuals and communities express identity, navigate social structures, and engage with contemporary issues. By presenting fashion within an art gallery context, Fashion Space Gallery legitimizes fashion as a serious subject worthy of the same critical attention typically reserved for painting, sculpture, and photography.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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