What's fashionable this year? Stylists and designers weigh in on trends (and staples) for 2025
2025 is underway, and with it comes a whole new crop of fashion trends to be on the lookout for as styles evolve.
To discover more about what we can expect to see stylish dressers wearing over the next 12 months and beyond, we tapped a few fashion experts to weigh in with their favorite trends sprouting up on runways, in stores and elsewhere .
Stylist and REVOLVE ambassador Danielle Schiebel leaned into the casual-cool vibes with her predictions on what to wear, including the resurgence of Boho and soft pink taking over everyone's wardrobe palette.
Wardrobe Stylist and Fashion Editor Lizzy Rosenberg suggested slightly tougher silhouettes and fabrics for 2025's best-dressed. She highlighted all things silver, oversized bomber jackets and graphic patterns in her top picks, citing runway inspiration ranging from Saint Laurent to Stella McCartney while building a mood board for "GMA."
And finally, Alex and Michael Toccin -- the husband and wife team behind their namesake brand, TOCCIN -- affirmed Schiebel's hunch that 2025 is the year of soft pink, as well as matching sets, sequins and more.
Read on to find out more about these predictions and the ways we'll see them styled in real life, as well as a few other trends that seem to be popping up everywhere across social media, fashion forecasts, retail stores and more.
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Boho is back
Schiebel kicked things off with the trend she sees getting even bigger in 2025: the boho revival, but make it modern.
"We are going to see the evolution of boho chic," she told us. "Blending traditional free spirited energy with modern sophistication. Classic fringe and ruffles of the boho we know will live on but with the modern structural elements of cinched waists, tailored pants and cropped jackets."
If this is already a mainstay in your wardrobe thanks to timeless, flowy maxi dresses or ruffled shirts, she suggests updating them with a tailored vest (like the Mango option seen here) or other structured garment to bring shape and texture into the overall look.
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Silver
The next trend comes from Rosenberg, who referenced recent runway looks from The Row, Prada and Gucci as inspiration when suggesting silver is having a huge moment.
"Whether its committing to a full sequin and shine ensemble," she explained, "or just popping on a sparkly accessory to an otherwise quiet and modest fashion moment, metallic has the power to seemingly always brighten one's day."
The Toccins also brought up sequins as daily wear, noting: "Sequins feel celebratory, and who doesn't want a touch of joy in their everyday wardrobe?"
Below you'll find the Cult Gaia bag and Simon Miller dress Rosenberg suggested picking up to add year-round shine to your wardrobe, as well as some more budget-friendly options for injecting any look with a cool, metallic touch.
Cherry red
A continuation of both the "pop of red" and burgundy trends we saw in 2024, cherry red will be a mainstay, whether it's in a bag or shoe or as a head-to-toe monochromatic ensemble.
Choose pieces in this rich, luxurious shade to instantly elevate your closet, or go for a more subtle touch for daily wear by investing in jewelry with flash of cherry enamel like Marrow's viral Till Death ring.
Oversized leather bomber jackets
Another top pick for Rosenberg is the leather bomber jacket in an oversized silhouette, a piece she calls "seasonless and genderless," adding: "This outerwear piece has proven itself a timeless staple for anyone's wardrobe."
She loves classic brand Schott's A-1 Flight jacket -- a worthwhile investment -- but there are endless options for tailoring the outerwear must-have to your own look.
Denim
You already know and love it, but it never hurts to say it: Denim is, of course, one of the easiest go-to fabrics when you want to feel great.
"It's the hero of any closet," the Toccins told "GMA," continuing, "Whether it's a perfectly fitting pair of jeans or a chic denim midi dress, customers are drawn to the individuality denim brings, as it ages uniquely with each wearer. Our tip: Invest in high-quality denim pieces that will remain wardrobe staples for years to come."
Suede
Suede is a classic, but sometimes it experiences an upswell in widespread popularity. 2025 will be one of those times.
Wear the lush material in small doses with a bag -- the slouchy tote from Gap is a great carryall for all-day use -- or shoes, or invest in something that showcases it more prominently such as this jacket from Abercrombie & Fitch that's versatile enough for a huge variety of looks and seasons.
Schiebel told us, "I think suede is texturally interesting and versatile to elevate and diversify the energy of an outfit."
More is more: Maximalism and layering
Schiebel called 2025 accessories "loud and exaggerated," noting, "We are layering necklaces, stacking rings, bringing on oversized earrings -- all at once!"
Achieve the look by piling on pieces you already own but mixing and matching with some new staples you won't regret buying like mixed metal stacking necklaces from Artizan Joyeria or a statement belt that acts as the focal point of your outfit -- Streets Ahead is known for its incredible and unique waist adornments.
Getting graphic
With trends moving away from the "clean girl" look that's dominated clothes, beauty and even home interiors for much of the early 2020s, Rosenberg thinks graphic prints could gain a strong foothold in the coming months.
"After several seasons of the neutral tonal fashion trend, we are all craving some fun and nostalgic styling elements that feel less 'serious' and create room for individual creative expression," she told us, suggesting the oversized No Doubt tee below and Moschino's incredible barcode skirt.
If you're reticent to step outside you comfort zone but still want to incorporate bold prints, try them in toned-down colors with pieces like the skirt below from Kohl's.
Baby pink everything
"The Barbie pink we know and love is taking a backseat to a soft, delicate, more romantic powdery hue," Schiebel explained, adding that the warmer tone of soft pink acts as an elevated neutral that pairs well with other nudes and earth tones you already have in your closet such as chocolate and olive -- both huge in 2024 and still on-trend in the new year.
She also said you can choose to go full-on with the feminine vibes when wearing baby pink or toughen it up a bit with a leather jacket or boot.
Take the Toccin sweater below, for example: Wear it with wide-leg trousers for a perfect office outfit or add a black leather miniskirt for a flirty date night look to impress.
Matching sets
"Matching sets were once reserved for lounge sweatsuits, but they're now becoming a year-round staple," the Toccins told explained.
They pointed out you can go with a tailored shirt and trouser set for a more professional vibe or make it more casual with relaxed knits, either can "create a polished outfit with minimal effort."
Retro sneakers and sportswear
As Vogue noted in its shoe trend predictions, retro sneakers are here to stay.
To be comfortable and chic, opt for a pair in a neutral color scheme that can be worn with any numbers of outfits from a casual jeans-and-a-tee look to a more structured ensemble with trousers or a skirt.
For those who want to make a bolder statement with their footwear, a pair in an eye-catching color can play into both the retro trend and complement a head-to-toe maximalist vibe. This can be with bright colors or pastels like the pink Pumas below that capture the baby pink zeitgeist mentioned above.
Want even more retro-sporty vibes with your look? Lean in with a vintage-inspired jersey or tee.
