What’s Trending in 2025?

By: Stephanie Williams and Shobha Sharma

As 2025 swiftly progresses, it begs the question: what exactly is “trending” in the fashion world? While time can’t always be a great predictor of clothing choices, some traditions are truly timeless, whereas others are more in flux. Let’s take a look at different parts of the world so we can know what’s in and what’s out!

France

• Basics/Quality over quantity
• Casual and formal styles combined
• Classic white skirts
• Tailored blazers
• Ballet flats
• Silk scarves
• Loafers
• High-waisted jeans
  
  

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Germany

• Boho chic
• Athleisure
• Sustainable looks
• Miniskirts
• Cropped jackets
• 90s knee skirts
• Suede

Source: FACES Magazine

India

• Sustainable trends
• Blend of traditional and modern
• Bold prints/rich colors
• Embroidery, metallics
• Silhouettes
• Athleisure
  

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North America

• Retro
• Comfortability
• Diversity
• Y2K and 70s styles (combination)
• Athleisure
• Oversized suits
• Long skirts 
  

Image source: Vogue

Image source: Vogue

Africa

• Dramatic details/layering
• Ethically sourced materials
• Accessibility, affordability
• Creativity (balancing tradition with experimentation)
• Functionality
• Authenticity
• Craftmanship

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South America

•  “Sunbaked” colors
• Ruffles
• Minimalism and maximalism (blend)
• Aquatic influences/yellow colors that “pop”
• Sportswear
  
  
  

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In the words of Project Runway’s Heidi Klum – “In fashion, one day you’re in, and the next day, you’re out.” What’s trending right now in fashion in each part of the world says a lot about both their aesthetics and brand identities.

What’s “popular” now could easily be gone tomorrow, as fashion in history often repeats itself, but we can see the significance of fashion’s universal influence all throughout time and culture.