Spring 2025 is all about elevated essentials, nostalgic nods, and fresh takes on classic silhouettes. In this episode of the Who What Wear Podcast, our editors break down the top trends worth shopping, the best investment pieces, and how to style them for maximum impact.
The 5 Biggest Spring 2025 Trends to Shop Now
**1. The Return of the Mid-Length Skirt
✔ Why It’s Back: A polished alternative to mini/maxi lengths.
✔ How to Wear:
- With a cropped knit (preppy vibes)
- Paired with a silk tank (office-ready)
✔ Best Picks: - Aritzia “Bellow Skirt” (pleated)
- Zara “Leather Midi” (edgy twist)
**2. 90s Minimalism (But Make It Luxe)
✔ Why It’s Back: Clean lines, neutral tones, and quiet luxury.
✔ How to Wear:
- Slim-fit turtleneck + tailored trousers
- Slip dress + structured blazer
✔ Best Picks: - The Row “Bias-Cut Slip Dress”
- COS “Wool-Blend Trousers”
**3. Sheer Layering
✔ Why It’s Back: Ethereal, romantic, and perfect for transitional weather.
✔ How to Wear:
- Sheer blouse over a camisole
- Mesh dress with bike shorts
✔ Best Picks: - Reformation “Lacey Top”
- Dion Lee “Cutout Mesh Dress”
**4. Western Influence (Beyond Cowboy Boots)
✔ Why It’s Back: Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter effect + Y2K nostalgia.
✔ How to Wear:
- Fringe jacket + denim
- Rhinestone belt + slip dress
✔ Best Picks: - Free People “Fringe Suede Jacket”
- Levi’s “Western Shirt”
**5. Barbiecore 2.0 (Subtler Pink)
✔ Why It’s Back: Post-movie mania, but more wearable.
✔ How to Wear:
- Head-to-toe blush tones
- Pink accessories (bag, shoes)
✔ Best Picks: - Khaite “Pink Trench Coat”
- Simone Rocha “Pearl-Embellished Bag”
Investment Pieces Worth Splurging On
✔ A Tailored Trench Coat (Burberry or Mango dupe)
✔ Classic Loafers (Gucci or & Other Stories alternative)
✔ Gold Jewelry (Mejuri, Missoma)
Budget-Friendly Spring Updates
✔ H&M’s Linen Blazer (79)✔∗∗Uniqlo’sPleatedWide−LegPants∗∗(79)✔∗∗Uniqlo’sPleatedWide−LegPants∗∗(49)
✔ Amazon’s Faux Pearl Hair Clips ($12)
