If you want to know what the fashion set will soon adopt, recreate, and iterate, these nine runway moments are a great place to start. While there are a lot of broad trends emerging, I’ve pinpointed one particular look from the Spring/Summer 2025 runways that I think is the ultimate source of cool style this year.
These images blew up group chats and social feeds during Fashion Month. We can confidently say that these looks set the tone. As you know, we look to each season’s runways to determine the overall trends, but if you think about it, the defining elements of each bag, whether it’s clothing or novels. However, it can be traced back to a few specific looks. Styling tips, color combinations, overall atmosphere, etc.
In six months, celebrity stylists will be creating these looks for their clients, featuring them in magazine editorial spreads and across social media feeds. Whether it’s a real look or a savvy interpretation, these are the specific runway looks that will inspire cool style in the new year. Consider this a crash course in Spring 2025 fashion.
saint laurent look 2
Not only was the Saint Laurent show notable because it was the only runway Bella Hadid walked this fashion month, which was a great moment in itself, but the spring collection also featured a new aesthetic that we’re already predicting. Language was also introduced. Saint Laurent championed a single look: the corporate power suit, an oversized pantsuit finished with a menswear tie, layered with a leather bomber jacket for an even more retro vibe . According to Anthony Vaccarello, we’re all going to dress like Wall Street bankers in their 80s heyday, so consider this a sign to keep wearing oversized suits (large (Don’t take off your blazer yet).
saint laurent
leather jacket
frankie shop
Gelso oversized Tencel lyocell-blend blazer
frankie shop
Ripley Pleated Grain De Poudre Wide Leg Pants
totem
Signature organic cotton poplin button-up shirt
brunello cucinelli
striped silk chevron tie
Eliou
allegra cuff bracelet
kite look 22
Usually defined by all-black and deep, moody tones, Kite took things in a fresh direction for spring. The collection was all about lightness, with many of the looks defined by voluminous layers of organza that seemed to float independently around the models, and the color palette carried that theme as well. Designers have introduced a barely-there shade of baby pink, which will no doubt influence color trends for the coming season, and the year. Cherry red and burgundy, you are just your rival.
Marina Moscone
wool dress
Christopher Esber
Cumulus silk midi dress
sie dress
Zole lace-trimmed crepe midi skirt
totem look 9
Cape, cape, and more cape. That was the main lesson from Totem. Trust me, we’re taking notes dutifully. One look stood out from the rest, and it included the long sleeves of a knit top that was sliced down the sides to create a flowing effect. Paired with satin pants, minimalist heels, and lightweight socks, this look is simple yet impactful and will be plastered all over your minimalist dresser’s mood board.
La pointe
Georgette Oversized Cape T-Shirt
Enza Costa
bias cut satin pants
bottega veneta look 21
We’ve already mentioned that sporty jackets are a key piece for next season, but Bottega Veneta has put a practical twist on the coolest jackets by pairing them with neutral pants and cool boots. I suggested the style of the jacket.
Loro Piana
traveler shell jacket
vince
high waist wide leg pants
idea
Hester snake-print leather western boots
ferragamo look 2
Softness is a big theme for many designers this season, and Ferragamo focused on ballet-inspired silhouettes. Leggings, bodysuits, and wraps are all layered in different color combinations of soft pinks, beiges, and rusty reds, and finished with lace-up heels that add an elegant twist to the traditional pointe shoe.
Beyond yoga
Featherweight Waist No Time Wrap Top
lululemon
Wondermost Ultra Soft Nulu Square Neck Sleeveless Bodysuit
golden
butter infinite high rise leggings
Malone Slears
spencer satin ballet flats
chloe look 17
After the huge success of Chloé’s debut collection, creative director Chemena Kamali has unveiled an equally fun spring collection. Look 17, which I think will continue to be recognized, is a high-necked leather bomber jacket layered over a lace lining and finished with a very elegant pillbox cap. Hats are a major trend for fall, but Chloe has come up with a fresh way to keep them on until spring.
kite tribe
Farris oversized paneled leather bomber jacket
Loro Piana
Jasmine Rabbit Hair Felt Pillbox Hat
isabel marant
Wild Metal 64mm Gradient Oversized Aviator Sunglasses
tory burch look 16
What’s the Tory Burch point that all the insiders were talking about? An abstract flame print that looks just like a zebra. Coats, skirts, and pants are coated to give Birch a playful yet sophisticated feel. Swimming-inspired bodysuits were another standout item that got people talking. I love how the high neckline creates a streamlined shape. Given the sporty elements that permeate this season’s runways, we expect these bodysuits to be the brand’s featured pieces next spring.
kite tribe
campagna sleeveless bodysuit
tory burch
Robinson Spazzolato Convertible Crescent Bag
miu miu look 58
Miu Miu always comes up with fresh styling ideas and an IT item or two, so we were on the lookout for the hottest pieces of the future. What are the main takeaways from this runway? Whimsical layering (mid-2010s Tumblr girl is back?) and personality-driven accessories, like useless belts layered over skirts. There are many. Peep toe pumps too!
shot new york
Roughout Cowhide Suede Trucker Jacket
victoria beckham
Cropped organic cotton poplin button up shirt
Retrofet
marcella suede skirt
tory burch
carved peep-toe pumps
Magda Butrim
silver plated belt
Orobul
All colors 50 denier knee high socks
sports max
Don’t say I didn’t warn you, but skinny pants will be back in a big way in 2025. I love the innovative look of the Sportmax, with its slim legs that flare at the ankle and skim over the top. of shoes. Styled with a tucked-in button-down in a similar color, the overall effect was sophisticated and monochrome. I feel like maybe, just maybe, we can embrace the idea of skinny pants again.
Hertha
Recycled Twill S Curve Jacket
Seoya
Jinn High Waist Skinny Pants