12 Trends To Know From The Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Weeks

The Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Weeks have set the tone for what’s to come in the new season next year.

From New York to London, Milan, and Paris, the runways were filled with fresh perspectives and bold innovations. Fashion designers unveiled collections that seamlessly blended creativity with wearability, proving once again that the Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Trends will be diverse, inclusive, and boundary-pushing.

As we dive into these highlights, it’s clear that the Spring/Summer 2025 fashion weeks’ trends are about embracing contrasts—mixing timeless classics with futuristic concepts, redefining femininity and masculinity, and playing with bold colors and experimental textures. Versatility and individuality are also at its core, with designers offering something for every taste and preference. 

Ahead, get to discover the notable trends that descended the catwalk Spring/Summer 2025 fashion weeks. 

The Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Weeks have burst onto the scene with a dazzling array of neon colors. Bright shades like highlighter yellow, hot red, electric pink, lime green, and bold tangerine orange hues are re-emerging for Spring 2025.

During London and Paris Fashion Week, Emilia Wickstead and L’Oréal Paris fully embraced the burst of colors with their latest collections.

In the star-studded show that pulled out A-list stars and brand ambassadors, names like Kendall Jenner, Viola Davis, Cara Delevinge, Temi Otedola, and more were seen taking the catwalk in the vibrant hues for Lo’real Paris womenswear spring-summer 2025 collection.

At New York Fashion Week, Melitta Baumeister wowed the audience with neon bags and boots, injecting excitement into her minimalist designs. Meanwhile, Emilia Wickstead also turned heads in London with her stunning neon dresses.

Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025 favored orange in all its variations—from deep earthy tones at Ferrari and Ferragamo to classic tangerine at Alberta Ferretti and bright neons at GCDS, with Gucci showcasing rich reddish tones.

Another striking theme from the Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Weeks is Retro Futurism, which blends classic styles with futuristic elements.

Designers from New York and Paris explored fashion’s past, reintroducing iconic silhouettes from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s, with a modern twist using cutting-edge materials. Picture glossy metallic fabrics, sleek geometric patterns, and oversized sunglasses reminiscent of sci-fi movies.

At London Fashion Week, JW Anderson embodied the ’80s with short dresses made from iridescent fabrics and shiny leather. In New York, Lii showcased structured suits with exaggerated collars and sharp lines, giving traditional tailoring a sci-fi edge.

Milan saw Versace embracing metallic corset tops and sparkling dresses. In Paris, Hodakova impressed fans with belted skirts and innovative bag designs that combined retro styles with modern textures.

A major trend taking over the Spring/Summer 2025 runways is sheer fabrics and see-through details.

Designers from New York to Milan embraced materials like tulle, chiffon, and organza to craft ethereal, flowing outfits that feel dreamy and romantic. This approach offers a fresh take on sensuality, mixing elegance with allure without revealing too much.

Sheer layers also appeared in dresses, blouses, and skirts. At New York Fashion Week, Khaite’s sheer organza dresses beautifully balanced elegance and sultriness.

In Paris, Alaïa presented sheer net dresses, while Milan’s Brunello Cucinelli showcased shimmering, transparent gowns.

The Spring/Summer 2025 trends emphasized not just style but also practicality. This season, the utilitarian look made a strong comeback, featuring cargo pants, oversized pockets, pant trousers, and versatile outerwear that are both fashionable and functional. Designers from Milan and London led this trend, demonstrating that utility can be stylish.

Utility jackets, combat boots, and multi-pocketed vests were showcased in classic colors like khaki, olive, and beige, but some designers added a fun twist with bright colors.

At London Fashion Week, Burberry’s utility jackets and cargo pants featured oversized pockets and edgy zippers, giving a high-fashion spin to practical wear.

In Milan, Prada elevated the utilitarian style with luxurious pant trousers.

Maxi skirts are making a major comeback for Spring/Summer 2025, offering both elegance and comfort. This season, fashion designers are using luxurious fabrics and graceful draping to create easy-to-wear looks.

In New York, Rodarte featured silky maxi skirts paired with fitted crop tops and lacy tops.

Sustainable fashion brand, Priya Ahluwalia showcased vibrant maxi skirts, making them some of the season’s standout pieces.

While spring and summer fashion is usually in soft pastels, the 2025 season introduces a darker vibe with the gothic romance. Designers embraced rich fabrics like lace and velvet, along with deep colors such as burgundy, plum, and black.

This trend particularly shined in London and New York, where Chopova Lowena and Area presented dramatic, Victorian-inspired looks with a modern twist. We saw corset tops, lace-up details, and voluminous sleeves alongside contemporary cuts.

At London Fashion Week, Chopova Lowena wowed the audience with black Victoria-style dresses with lace while Area at NYFW featured bold silhouettes and dresses and blazers adorned with dark, 3D prints, perfectly capturing this trend’s essence.

Spring/Summer 2025 celebrates bold prints and vibrant patterns that make a statement. Designers explored their creativity with everything from colorful florals to abstract graphics, bringing garments to life.

In Milan, brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Sunnei, and Moschino used prints to create striking looks.

At New York Fashion Week, Zankov showcased skirts with prints, and Palomo Spain featured whimsical patterns. In London, Feben’s patterned suits stood out, offering bold, unforgettable styles.

The athleisure trend gets a high-fashion makeover for the spring/summer season, with Sport Luxe combining sporty elements with luxurious details. Designers merged the comfort of sportswear with the sophistication of couture, featuring tailored joggers, sleek bomber jackets, and stylish sneakers.

Sport Luxe is all about relaxed silhouettes that still feel polished. In London, Yuhan Wang blended sporty styles with its classic lacy shorts for a fresh take on the brand’s signature elegance.

At New York Fashion Week, Tommy Hilfiger presented tailored sports vests and silk bomber jackets, merging classic American style with a modern sporty vibe.

In 2025, fashion increasingly embraces gender fluidity, with designers at New York and Paris Fashion Week showcasing looks that challenge traditional gender norms.

Gender-neutral fashion is gaining popularity, focusing on versatility and inclusivity, allowing both men and women to wear what feels right for them.

In London, designers like Tolu Coker and Priya Ahluwalia featured bright prints and matching blazer sets, pushing the limits of gender-neutral fashion.

At Paris Fashion Week, Dior Homme presented fluid silhouettes with loose trousers and soft draping, highlighting the rise of gender-inclusive styles.

For the spring/summer 2025 season, the fringe trend isn’t going anywhere just yet. And it appears designers are reinventing the trend in exciting new ways for the new season.

In New York, Alaïa and LaQuan Smith showcased dresses and coats made entirely from hanging strips of fabric. Prabal Gurung and Michael Kors introduced metallic and glass-like fringe, while Ulla Johnson and 3.1 Phillip Lim presented ultra-fine, hair-like fringe.

Traditional crochet dresses and tunics with fringe were also popular, thanks to designers like Kallmeyer, Simkhai, and Jane Wade during New York Fashion Week.

The trend continued to thrive in Milan, where Bottega Veneta and Jil Sander incorporated fringe into accessories, creating scarf-like wraps and headpieces.

Antonio Marras and Missoni sent models down the runway in complete fringe ensembles while Fendi, Prada, and Vivetta added fringe accents to hemlines. Fendi showcased dresses with fringed edges in loose silhouettes, modernized with natural makeup and minimal accessories.

Pistachio green, plaster pink, and limoncello yellow were the gentle, sweet colors that took center stage at Milan Fashion Week, creating a warm, summery feel. Fashion houses like Gucci, Prada, and Emporio Armani incorporated these shades into their designs.

Designers celebrated butter yellow at New York Fashion Week, with Sergio Hudson featuring mini dresses, pantsuits, and satin skirts in this color.

Tibi showcased skillful color blocking by pairing butter yellow with vibrant red in vests, knotted skirts, and flowing shirts. Simkhai highlighted this shade with a midi dress adorned with 3D floral appliqués while Who Decides War incorporated it into oversized textured tops and frilly cardigans.

Many designers also embraced soft femininity at New York Fashion Week by showcasing light baby pinks in delicate dresses. Fabrics like satin, which reflect light beautifully, served as the perfect backdrop for this color at Alejandra Alonso Rojas, Kate Barton, Sandy Liang, and Brandon Maxwell.

Moschino kicked off Milan Fashion Week with a playful display of bright white laundry hanging above the runway. This theme of pure white flowed through the collections, featuring cotton poplin sundresses, casual co-ords, and relaxed tailoring.

White jersey fabrics appeared in vests, tube dresses, and more. If there’s one essential item to have for Spring/Summer 2025, it’s stain remover! Almost all fashion designers at New York Fashion Week also embraced clean, all-white outfits.

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