7 Key Summer 2025 Fashion Trends You Need to Know Now

One theme connects all of my favorite summer 2025 fashion trends: a sense of laid-back charm. As a shopping editor with a major focus on fashion, I’ve been keeping a close eye on street style and this season’s catwalks, taking note of emerging trends in person and online. And whether you’re dressing like a fisherman or trying your hand at artful minimalism, these clothes exude ease—a godsend for the hottest months of the year. Below, stay ahead of the curve and dive into my favorite summer 2025 fashion trends that’ll stay relevant through fall.

Glamour’s summer 2025 trends wish list

• The Striped Shirt: Levi’s Margot T-Shirt, $15
• The Nautical Earrings: Muyan Ocean Conch Earrings, $14
• The Guava Bag: Kate Spade Gracie Mini Bag, $248
• The Sporty Polo: Lioness Leisure Stripe Polo, $59
• The Classic Capris: Lululemon Wunder Train Leggings, $88
• The Slouchy Tote: Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag, $295
• The Boho Skirt: Nashalyly Flared Maxiskirt, $37
• The Event Dress: Next Spotty Dress, $129
• The Work Vest: Ann Taylor Strappy Vest Top, $30
• The Tailored Trousers: Prettygarden Work Pants, $42
• The Viral Dress: Exquise Tobie Shirtdress, $198

1. Coastal cool

Mixing equal parts nautical style and East Coast prep, this trend popped up on the spring-summer runways at cool-girl brands like Miu Miu, Sacai, and Proenza Schouler, meaning it’s primed for a big season. Any coastal references are welcome: Breton stripes, sailor flares, boat shoes, gold buttons, shell jewelry, nautical netting. It’s all breezy, moneyed, and effortlessly cool, like the Nantucket vacation you wish you could take.

2. Classic French chic

So many individual facets of French-girl style are trending (striped button-downs, easygoing denim, slim sneakers) that you might as well start dressing like you live in Paris. The good news is that they all look great together and with whatever else you already own, making them nearly no-brainer investments. Take a page from Jane Birkin’s book and pick up canvas plimsolls and a wicker basket; I suspect they’ll be even more popular next summer, keeping you firmly ahead of the curve.

3. Sporty prep

Brands like Tory Burch, Miu Miu, Rabanne, and Tod’s played in the space between prep and athleisure this season. The effect matches a distinct vibe I’ve been noticing on the street, one where polo shirts, capri leggings, pleated skirts, and athletic shorts fuse into an ultracool take on the prep-school uniform. “Yes, I do Pilates,” these pieces say, “but I’ve also got opinions on Prada’s latest collection.” You contain multitudes, and your wardrobe should, too.

4. Summer does autumn

This summer’s palette looks shockingly like one you’d expect for fall, complete with rich browns, vintage ivories, faded tans, and deep blacks. Even autumnal suede is trending. But paired with summery shapes, these hues feel their warmest—think sandy beaches and sun-drenched villas. Don’t take your next European or seaside vacation without at least a few pieces in this dreamy, subdued palette. (Plus, you’ll get plenty of wear as summer fades.)

5. Retro polka dots

Even if you don’t take Hailey Bieber’s and Olivia Rodrigo’s words for it, trust me: Polka dots are absolutely everywhere right now. The nostalgic print (which evokes both the ’50s and the ’80s) popped up at Valentino, Carolina Herrera, Acne Studios, and Moschino, and I’m willing to bet you’ve seen plenty of style creators wearing it on your feeds, too. Any color is fair game, but I suggest going for black and white, which are the easiest to style and will never go out of style.

6. Sculptural minimalism

Loose jackets and trousers anchored office-ready outfits at Victoria Beckham and Saint Laurent. Clean lines defined blazers at Toteme and Tory Burch. Flowing, architectural dresses graced the runways at Khaite and Tibi. It doesn’t take much to get the same look at a lower price point; subtleties like split hems, body-skimming pleats, and thin straps elevate these picks into the realm of art. Easy, right?

2. Tropical shades

Pool blue at Kallmeyer, bubblegum pink at Carolina Herrera, lime green at Dries Van Noten—splashes of color livened up some of my favorite summer runways, and they’re only getting bolder as the season unfolds. (You might have heard it’s apparently “guava girl summer.”) Embrace your sunnier side with these tropical shades, which work well as full-look statements or as accents in more neutral ensembles. You pick.