You don't have to be at the shows to be a part of them, you know. London Fashion Week kicks off this week and all over the capital (and ELLEuk.com) there are events taking place that mean that you can get a slice of the action. From watching the shows online to shopping straight from the catwalk, here's how to join in this weekend.
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The BFC Contemporary shop that we told you about this summer is officially open - but not for long. Get online now and shop exclusive pieces designed by Alexis Barrell, Prism, Paper London, Georgia Hardinge and Zoe Jordan.
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The Oxford Street Fashion Showcase is up and running for the second year. Stores including Gap, River Island and House of Fraser are hosting events and style seminars throughout September. Pop in to see what's going on.
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London Fashion Weekend (18-21 September) is basically LFW with extras - you get the catwalk shows along with excellent shopping opportunities and bucket loads of discounts. What's not to love?
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As part of the Masters of the Universe exhibition, designer Rick Owens will be dropping into Selfridges to sign copies of his book, The World of Rick Owens, on 13 September. Fingers crossed we get the chance to see him pose alongside his sculpture. Buy your tickets here.
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Topshop Unique be showing at LFW on Sunday but the team will be saving some looks to share exclusively with their Facebook followers on the following day. Plus six of the show pieces will be available to buy imediately. Read more here.
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Bespoke lingerie label Itsy Bitsy Vintage is unveiling its latest collection - and you can shop it before it hits the catwalk. It's hosting a pre-order day at McQueen's in Shoreditch on 13 September.
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The ME Hotel has teamed up with boutique and creative agency Felicities to curate a series of events from 12-16 September designed to give you an insight into the fashion industry. Choose from live photo shoots, installations, catwalk shows and presentations. You can find the full line-up here.
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Most importantly, stay glue to ELLEuk.com. We're streaming London's biggest and best shows here, posting all the catwalk pics, writing reviews and tweeting and Instagramming from the front show. You don't really need to do anything else.