London is the new fashion capital according to the Global Language Monitor. London has overtaken New York City first place as the Top Global Fashion Capital for 2011. New York had reclaimed the crown from Milan last year.
For London’s first place contributed two fashion icons. First is Kate Middleton who married The British prince William and became the duchess of Cambridge.  And the second event is the tragical death of British designer Alexander McQueen. The media interest focused on this two events.

London and New York were followed by Paris, Milano, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong.  Barcelona, Singapore, Tokyo and Berlin rounded out the top ten.  Previous to this, New York had been the top fashion capital for five years running.  Berlin and Singapore broke into the Top Ten for the first time.

The Top 10 Global Fashion Capitals for 2011, change from previous ranking, and commentary  follow.

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