FW25’s Key Trends And How To Wear Them Now
For the FW25 season, a new mood takes center stage – one of effortless sophistication and sensuality. Discover the key runway looks shaping the season, from power dressing with a twist to bold and brilliant color
Much change has occurred in the fashion world in 2025. In what has euphemistically been referred to as fashion’s ‘musical chairs’, February saw Gucci’s creative director Sabato De Sarno depart after a two-year tenure, with Demna Gvasalia taking up the reins as artistic director after leaving Balenciaga in July, which in turn has appointed Pierpaolo Piccioli as his successor. Meanwhile, partners in life and design Luke and Lucie Meier announced they were leaving Jil Sander following seven years at the helm; Bally’s Simone Bellotti has since joined the brand as creative director. And Louise Trotter (previously at Carven) was ushered in to take Matthieu Blazy’s place at Bottega Veneta’s after he was snapped up by Chanel last December.
After a creatively transformative 11-year run at Loewe, Jonnathan Anderson made his debut as Dior’s creative director of women’s, men’s and haute couture in June. Anderson’s appointment marks the first time in the house’s history that a creative director has overseen all three collections since Christian Dior himself – a testament to his remarkable eye. Filling Anderson’s shoes at Loewe are Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, who exited Proenza Schouler, the brand they co-founded 23 years ago, back in January – Rachel Scott of Diotima has since taken the reigns. And finally, in a historic move, Dario Vitale joined Versace as creative director, with his upcoming debut collection to be the first in house’s 47-year history not creatively overseen by either Gianni or Donatella Versace (who will move into the role of chief brand ambassador). Feeling confused yet? Or simply wondering what this all means for your wardrobe?
Newness. A new creative director brings fresh eyes and their own aesthetic identity to a brand. This year, a total of 10 head designers will make their debuts at major luxury brands, and for FW25, that included Sarah Burton’s (ex-McQueen) first collection for Givenchy, Haider Ackermann’s much-lauded outing at Tom Ford, Julian Klausner stepping into Dries Van Noten’s storied shoes and Veronica Leoni’s debut as the first female creative director of Calvin Klein Collection. “I hope I seduced you all,” was Ackermann’s suave greeting to journalists backstage after showing a leather-heavy collection that perfectly espoused his masterful drapery with Tom Ford’s inherent sexiness. Burton was also in a sensual mood with sheer dresses and sculptural tailoring, while Klausner confidently infused his vision into pieces that will still appeal to die-hard Dries Van Noten fans, and Leoni unveiled a thoughtful take on modern minimalism.
In a season of so much change, common threads still unfurled in the shape of luxe lingerie details, leather everything and chic workwear informed by ’80s power dressing but in sleeker fits. Read on to discover what to expect for the season ahead, plus the pieces you need to nail the look of now.
COLOR-CODED
Each season comes with its own dominant color trend, but this time around designers focused on unexpected pops of color, unique combinations, and striking columns of color – take Gucci’s lilac and lemon pairing and Alaïa’s gorgeous blue and red combinations. Closing out Paris Fashion Week, Anthony Vaccarello went full throttle at Saint Laurent with fuchsia, emerald, coral, scarlet and more, worn together or styled with leopard print. Designers are betting big on a bright fall for 2025. Be inspired to style Tom Ford’s emerald gown with lipstick-red strappy sandals for your next event.
TOM FORDOversized open-back satin-crepe gown€4,152.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock38 - out of stock4042 - out of stock44 - out of stock46
ALAÏAOpen-back jersey turtleneck midi dress
JACQUEMUSThe Castagna wool-blend turtleneck mini dress€483.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size32 - out of stock34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock
DRIES VAN NOTENCasia oversized silk-satin shirt€592.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stock
LUXE LEATHER
From New York to London, and Milan to Paris, designers got the memo that whether it’s a dress, a skirt, a shirt or a pair of pants, it will look infinitely cooler, not to mention more luxurious, in leather. Both Valentino Garavani’s Alessandro Michele and Khaite’s Catherine Holstein referenced the late visionary director David Lynch, who passed away in January and was renowned for his dark and surreal oeuvres. In Holstein’s hands, Lynch’s influence played out as a moody, leather-laden collection, brimming with New York verve, which Khaite fans will be scrambling for this season. Nour Hammour has become the name on every fashion editor’s lips for sleek leather separates – and this luxe trench is an ideal trans-seasonal piece with T-shirts, jeans and slip dresses alike.
NOUR HAMMOURKasha belted leather trench coat€1,368.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock3840 - low stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
STOULSLizzy leather flared pants€1,608.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizexx small - out of stockx small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stockx large - out of stock
KHAITEEdith asymmetric belted leather jacket€3,850.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklargex large - out of stock
SAINT LAURENTCroc-effect leather skirt
FAUX-FUR
TikTok’s #mobwife quickly became very demure and mindful in 2024, yet the vivacious approach to getting dressed can still be felt in the infallible leopard-print trend (which straddles both neutral and statement territory) and the ubiquity of fuzzy faux-fur – whether it’s cocooning coats at Valentino Garavani or tactile accents on dresses at Jil Sander and vintage-coded jackets at Chloé. Invest in Valentino Garavani’s chic, shearling-trimmed coat now and you’ll thank yourself for seasons to come.
VALENTINO GARAVANIDouble-breasted shearling-trimmed wool and cashmere-blend felt coat€4,830.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
TOM FORDBelted padded shearling jacket€2,994.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
CHLOÉCropped shearling-trimmed leather jacket€3,790.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42
BLAZÉ MILANOGliss reversible leather-trimmed shearling jacket€1,428.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size00 - out of stock0 - out of stock1 - out of stock2 - out of stock3 - out of stock4 - out of stock
PRETTY POWER DRESSING
With a résumé that includes Jil Sander, The Row and Phoebe Philo’s Celine, it’s little surprise that Calvin Klein Collection’s Veronica Leoni is bringing a buzz back to the brand after its six-year hiatus from the New York schedule. Long and lean, fluid and sensual – her tailoring takes its cues from ’80s power dressing but with a softer, more modern finish. Victoria Beckham similarly played with silhouette by tightening and lengthening her pantsuits – some to the point that they engulfed the shoes. Of those we could see, it’s clear that square-toed silhouettes are the shape of now. Style Tod’s ‘Cuoio’ pumps with Stella McCartney’s satin pussybow blouse and Blazé Milano’s wool-blend pencil skirt and you’ve nailed it.
STELLA MCCARTNEYPussy-bow pleated satin blouse
BLAZÉ MILANOSussex wool-blend midi skirt€420.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size00 - out of stock0 - out of stock1 - out of stock2 - out of stock3 - out of stock4 - out of stock
TOD'SCuoio embellished leather pumps€510.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
DOLCE&GABBANADouble-breasted herringbone wool-blend blazer€1,325.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock38 - out of stock4042 - out of stock44 - out of stock46 - out of stock
EQUESTRIAN CHIC
In fashion’s ongoing flirtation with all things aristocratic (see quiet luxury, the preppy trend, tenniscore, field jackets), it seems a natural next step for equestrian influences to emerge. Whether or not you’ve actually ever set foot inside a stable, you can now look the part in polished riding boots, jodhpurs and country-chic checks and knitwear, courtesy of Altuzarra, Burberry, TWP and Missoni. Slip Stouls’ suede jacket over Proenza Schouler’s check shirt and The Row’s dark-wash denims for an elevated take on the look.
PROENZA SCHOULERBronwen checked twill shirt€396.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size0 - out of stock2 - out of stock4 - low stock6 - low stock8 - low stock10 - low stock12
STOULSAlfi belted cropped suede jacket€1,125.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizexx small - out of stockx small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmediumlarge - out of stock
THE ROWCarlyl mid-rise straight-leg jeans€1,030.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock25 - out of stock26 - out of stock27 - out of stock28 - out of stock29 - out of stock30 - out of stock31 - out of stock32
KHAITEBenny leather belt€440.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size70 - out of stock75 - out of stock80 - out of stock8590 - out of stock
LINGERIE DRESSING
Everybody wants to be a Chloé girl right now. And it’s easy to see why – FW25’s slinky night-dresses-as-slip-dresses, styled with ballet flats, hippie-ish gold chains and the re-issued ‘Paddington’ bag make Parisian Left Bank-cool accessible to non-residents, too. It helps that creative director Chemena Kamali embodies exactly the kind of sartorial je ne sais quoi we all aspire to. Kamali spearheaded the return of boho, and its laid-back insouciance and carefree spirit have become more appealing than ever. Elsewhere, boudoir details were more literal (see: Gucci’s bralets). Embrace the look with Sir’s lace-trimmed, lemon-colored maxi dress for your next evening event.
CHLOÉCotton-blend lace mini dress€3,490.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock
ZIMMERMANNHypnotic belted lace-trimmed satin mini dress€1,925.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size00 - out of stock0 - out of stock1 - out of stock2 - out of stock3 - out of stock4 - out of stock
SIRWilla lace-trimmed cutout silk maxi dress€308.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size00 - out of stock0 - out of stock1 - out of stock2 - out of stock3 - out of stock4 - out of stock
DOLCE&GABBANAScalloped lace-trimmed chiffon camisole
RIDING BOOTS
For classic riding boots (to complete the aforementioned equestrian-chic trend), look to Burberry, where a Saltburn-inspired show (Richard E. Grant walked the runway to bring this theme to life) presented polished styles in black, green and burgundy, pulled up over jodhpurs, and styled with leather bikers or fringed shearling bombers. Given the classic nature of this silhouette, it’s one you’ll turn to season after season – Ferragamo’s buckle-embellished knee-boots are a sophisticated style that will take you effortlessly from the office to date night.
BRUNELLO CUCINELLIBead-embellished leather knee boots€1,365.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock4040.5 - out of stock41 - low stock
JIMMY CHOOLawton leather-trimmed suede knee boots€1,395.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
CHURCH'SLeather lace-up knee boots€2,055.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3535.5 - out of stock36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock
FERRAGAMOTherma embellished leather knee boots€1,690.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size5.56.5 - out of stock7 - out of stock7.5 - out of stock8 - out of stock8.5 - out of stock9 - out of stock9.5 - out of stock10 - out of stock10.511 - out of stock11.5 - out of stock
BOHO BAGS
Again, we have Chloé’s Chemena Kamali to thank for the return of beautiful, boho-leaning bags. Her revival of 2005’s Philo-era ‘Paddington’ bag marks its welcome return from the archives, whether you wore it 20 years ago or are investing in one for the first time. Isabel Marant, too, has long flown the flag for effortless, Parisian style – and her pretty saddle bags perfectly embody this bohemian spirit. Look out for suede finishes, fringing and studs – oh, and add bag charms liberally.
CHLOÉPaddington embellished leather tote
ISABEL MARANTOskan leather-trimmed tasseled studded suede shoulder bag
ALTUZARRAOrigami mini fringed suede shoulder bag
PROENZA SCHOULERLarge leather-trimmed ruched suede tote
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