Top 10 Spring/Summer 2025 Trends to Watch from the Big Four Fashion Weeks
The Spring/Summer 2025 fashion season marks a noticeable shift in several familiar trends.
Some styles have seen a meteoric rise in popularity, with triple-digit percentage increases in runway appearances. These emerging trends are expected to dominate the year—not only inviting fashion lovers to explore fresh inspirations, but also offering ample room for personalized interpretations and self-expression.
Of course, as spring arrives, flowers bloom—and floral motifs are a perennial staple in the warmer months. However, for Spring/Summer 2025, there’s a pattern that’s even hotter than florals. What could it be? Let’s discover it together with Harper’s Bazaar.
Floral motifs are no longer the darling of designers this season, with a noticeable drop in their use—down 30% at London Fashion Week and 22% in New York, according to Tagwalk.
In contrast, designers have turned their creative compass toward the sea, illuminating the runways with nautical energy and the vigor of lively sailors. Breton stripes and a refreshing blue-and-white palette are setting sail across the oceans, carrying this motif from New York to London, Milan, and Paris.
The entire Ralph Lauren runway drew inspiration from the rolling tides of life at sea. The iconic American label paired classic Breton stripes with bohemian-inspired jackets. Meanwhile, Tommy Hilfiger staged its Spring/Summer 2025 collection aboard a ship in New York Harbor, inviting a host of A-list celebrities to immerse themselves in a blend of nautical flair and American preppy school style.
This season’s nautical fashion goes beyond just blue and white. The signature blue-and-white Breton stripes have embraced other hues—pastel tones at Chanel, vibrant shades at Prada, and bold red accents at Tommy Hilfiger.
This summer is also expected to see a wave of ultra-short shorts—beachwear-inspired but reinvented for daily city wear. In addition, high-end fashion houses are set to elevate the status of sandals and flip-flops, transforming them into chic statement pieces.
Summer is synonymous with poolside relaxation—and that means minimalist bikinis taking over the spotlight. Always in tune with shifting tastes, many designers have sent down the runway daring short shorts and one-piece jumpsuits with beachwear vibes, challenging fashion enthusiasts to test their boldness. So, who’s brave enough to turn city streets into their own private pool party?
