Spring Trend Report

I know, it’s January, but did you know the spring runway shows happened during fashion week…. Back in OCTOBER! I’ve been excitingly holding out on publishing this for awhile but as I am now starting to see some of these trends materialize on my feed, I know it’s time!

Now before I start talking about the trends, I have to talk about where these trends come from, the runways. Many people fail to appreciate it and definitely fail to understand it. Runway fashion is often described as “unwearable”. Yes, it is, that is the point though. Runway fashion is meant to be the most extreme representation of what will be the defining trends of the season, hell the DECADE. Think about the 60’s, now the 70’s, now the 80’s, and then finally the 90’s. I am sure I could ask you to dress according to each decade and you could easily accomplish it. Fashion, like music, can completely define a decade or season. The actual clothes on the runway are often not the clothing meant for the stores. Runway looks are art, sculptures meant for a gallery and to serve as inspiration for other art. These shows happen in October and influence what department stores and other “Fast Fashion/High Street” stores like Zara, H$M, and department stores buy for the shelves. Now there were almost 600 covered spring 2025 Ready-to-Wear Runway shows, so this is by no means an all encompassing list, nor are these all trends that I myself will be wearing, but rather these are the trends that I feel will be the most defining of the season as a whole based on what was seen on the runways of the larger more influential fashion houses. With that being said, here we go!

All the Patterns, Fabrics, and Textures

Fresh take on Florals

Last spring it was all about the Rose. We saw rose patterns and embellishments on everything from shirts, dresses, swim, even chokers. But this spring is those small, feminine floral patterns. These are your grandmothers florals. Think small ditsy floral patterns like wallpaper or that quilt on your nana’s bed. These are the lilacs, baby’s breath, and your forget-me-nots. I think we will see these in dresses and I think we will see lighter, quilted hunter jackets in this style. I have my eye on some at Alter’d State.

Stripes

If you saw the looks from the Louis Vuitton spring runway shows you already know…Stripes will be HUGE this spring. I am talking all stripes but there are a few specific stripe styles I think we will see a lot of. That is the Rugby Stipe. This is usually a wide horizontal stripe in a bold color sandwiched between two smaller stripes in a different color. Like the green shirt that one guy from Blue’s Clues always wears. I’m definitely aging myself by making this an article for millennials as the gen z and alpha kids won’t know who I’m talking about. I probably won’t buy a rugby shirt because I couldn’t see myself in it before, and I can’t see myself wearing it once the trend moves out. Instead I’ll opt for the more timeless stripes I already have. I realized when I was going through my closet that I actually own quite a bit of striped styles so I will definitely be partaking in the stripe movement.

Polka Dots

I feel like the stripes and the polka dots are both transitional tools meant to help shift the pendulum from minimalism back to maximalism. It’s the perfect transitional trend because it also mends itself well to the simple elegance of old money. It’s Connecticut Prep goes sailing so get out those Sperrys. I LOVE a good Sperry for summer, a classic IMO. Polka dots and stripes both add interest and character to a look while staying classy, sophisticated, and not too overwhelming. So if you cringed when you read that Maximalism is back, fret not, just get a cute polka dot or striped neck scarf and jazz up your purse 👜.

Plaid

Yes, that’s correct! Plaid, which tends to be more of a fall winter trend was all over the spring runways. The way I’ll be styling this trend is by opting for plaids in lighter spring colors or neutrals. I just purchased a white/cream plaid coat from Alter’d State that I think will be worn a lot this spring! You can also try other types of plaid adjacent patterns like Gingham (which I LOVE for spring) or checkerboard.

Tweed/Twill/Boucle

While this is another that may traditionally have been seen as a winter staple, we are breaking traditions in 2025, starting with summer tweed. this blends well with the old money / quiet luxury aesthetic we saw in 2024 and is still going strong. This is a heavier fabric so as things heat up

Suede

Suede started trending in Autumn Winter 2024 and will be carried through as a major trend through out 2025. Suede everything. Bags, Hats, Shoes, Skirts, Blazers, Coats, Ect. The Suede Coat I have had my own eye on just when half price and I will be scooping it up asap! Great thing about this is that it wont go out of style as long as you choose something classic. Suede can be hard to care for so make sure you carefully read any care instructions especially if you are splurging on something nice.

Sheer

Sheer not anything new or revolutionary. It has been a staple on the runway for many years now. I personally feel the sheer movement began when the Kim Kardashian reign was at its highest and she still had a chokehold on fashion and society. We saw some wild fads I am so glad to have steered clear of like bicycle shorts with stripper heals and fully sheer tops when she was dominating the media. Something I am so glad to be moving on from. Bye, Bye Brazilian butt lifts hello Ozempic. Anyone else notice the return of super skinny models to the runway? I feel like recent medical advancements have set society standards back several years. Just like the ever changing ideal body type, the way we are styling sheer is also changing. This sheer is more tastefully done. Small panels of sheer in shirts and pants, Sheer over skirts, Sheer sleeves, Ect. Just a peek though!

Animal PRINTS (not realskin/fur! 🤢)

If you invested in animal prints this fall, fear not, they are still trending in a major way. If you want something that’s a bit more timeless, leopard is always the way to go. But on the runways, the trend was a bit more non traditional. We saw zebra, cow print, snake, ect gracing the spring shows. I personally already have a lot of leopard and snake prints from previous years but I might invest in something fun like zebra or cow print handbag. These prints were still all over the resort shows as well as in the prefall 2025 shows. Hang on to your furry tails because animal prints are here to STAY for 2025 and I am here for it. Let’s just keep it kind and keep it Faux girlies.

The Pallet for Spring

Mocha

Let’s talk color now. What better color to start the conversation than Pantone’s color of the year, Mocha. I picture this as a soft neutral tan but on the cooler side. Like your coffee after you put the cream. But just like someone’s coffee preference, there can be as much difference in these shades as well. Find the mocha shade that compliments you best and splurge on something nice because this is such a timeless staple color that you will reach for again and again all year round and year after year.

Pretty in Pink

Let’s talk about the “it” color of the year now. Say goodbye to the bright Barbie Pink from last year and make room for a softer ballerina pink. In fact say hello to all things Ballerina/Barre/Pilates for activewear. The secret about Pilates and Barre is out and everyone wants that Pilates/ballerina body. This was a hard choice over Butter Yellow or Powder blue which will also be huge. It’s just not practical as a business to produce every item in every color. A brand may release the same sweaters in differenct colors each season. The colors they choose to produce are often defined by the colors seen on the major runways. This last fall/winter the colors that captivated store shelves were Chocolate Brown and Muled Wine. These colors were everywhere and you’ll see the same thing with Blush Pink this spring. I think this is a result of the fashion pendulum is swinging away from the boxy masculine styles and we are definitely seeing a feminine reassurance. Perhaps this could also be influenced by the new Wicked movie like how Barbie pink stemmed from that feature film.

Powder Blue

Perfect shade for spring and one you can actually start wearing now. This frosty blue can make for such a pretty winter color as well so feel free to start wearing this color now. This spring will be all about the pastels! Shocking I know.

Butter Yellow

Yes, I am still on my Butter Yellow tangent and I am sticking with it. I still think butter yellow is going to have a big moment. I feel like she’s been lurking on every runway just waiting to explode and what better time than spring. While I have an abundance of powder blue and pail pink, I only have 1 or 2 pieces in this fun yellow color. It might be time to fill that closet hole…

Pistachio

Many of the trends I find myself writing about were present when my interest in fashion first began. It was 2012 and old school fashion blogging was all the rage. This was when bloggers were still mostly posting to Pinterest and were just beginning to move onto Instagram. I was just graduating high school and all I wanted to spend my big girl money on was riding boots, skinny jeans, chevron maxi dresses, and anything mint. As always with fashion, we NEVER wear the same thing twice. We always find ways to breathe new life into old ideas. With the return of many 2010-2015 era trends returning, so is that trendy soft green. The new mint green is just a tad less Tiffany and has a bit more jade. It’s Pistachio and I am here for it.

Micro Trends

Skant

This one is VERY controversial. This is the crazy, revolutionary style we will see define 2025. Every year there is one crazy out there trend. Last year we saw the “Jort” this year its the “skant”

What is the Skant? Well it’s the skirt over pants hybrid. Yes, this look has been resurrected from the 2004 grave it should have stayed in. As much as I hate it…. It. Was. Everywhere. Matthew Blazy from Botega Veneta even released one that was a skirt over trousers… but the trousers had only one leg…. It was very avant guard.

Just like with the Jort, I will similarly not be participating in this trend. If there is something on a runway or in a store that I would not have been at all interested in prior, is still not something I should be interested in now. Fashion trends are meant to serve as a directional arrow for your own creativity but should not replace it. Meaning, you should stay you. Don’t wear something solely because it’s trendy.

This is obviously not a trend that I think will last, it’s a fad. If you are going to dip a tow into these dangerous waters, here is how I would do it. Think Desert babe in Dubai. Linen pants under a long linen tunic top like the styles traditionally seen in the Middle East and Asia. It should be classy and sophisticated, not Ashley Tidsale on the red carpet Circa 2004.

Hot Pants

Nothing makes me happier as a mother than to learn about the return of Micro Shorts and Micro Mini Skirts…. Right as my preteen daughter starts middle school. Can we bring back the Jorts? This trends is only for the GROWN ladies. Girls, go put your baggy cargo pants back on! If you are no longer bound by school dress codes, feel free to rock your hot pants and show off those long model legs! Proceed with caution though as this can tread into dangerous waters and look trashy if not correctly. One way I liked the look was Paired with a traditional boxy Chanel tweed jacket and Tights. BTW for tights, get a white pair. Trust.

Asymmetry

Asymmetry is here! This is a fun one that can actually be very flattering and feminine. We saw a lot of high low hems, dresses that drape down to one side or the other, pants with only one leg and more. The high low hem is one that I actually haven’t seen in a few years and I was eagerly awaiting its return. I own this beautiful pastel blue high low skirt. The under skirt is short and has a sheer over skirt that drapes down in the back almost floor length. It’s gorgeous but felt very dated so I haven’t worn it in many years. ITS PERFECTLY on trend this spring and I am so glad I have held onto it. It’s not just high low though. Maximalism is back and any way you can add interest and flair is fair game. One shoulder tops, Uneven/unfinished hems, high in the front with flowing trains in the back, ruffles cascading down one side, a cinched side waist, or even a large cutout over one leg on a body con dress.

One surprising way we saw asymmetry styled in 2025 in which we have not seen before. Pants with only one leg. I am not even going to elaborate on this one as I obviously think is ridiculous but is worth mentioning. One legged pants is an extreme version of asymmetry. Asymmetry is still the main idea and I just think there are better ways to style it. This is a little too 2035 and I am still trying to get used to the idea of 2025.

Bubble Hem

Bubble Hems started last year and are still going strong. In back the bubble hem is expanding into other forms. Bubble pant, Bubble midi skirts and dresses, even sleeves. I almost bought one last year when the summer styles went on sale but decided not to… kinda wish I had because they are still all the rage. If you are like me and missed the boat, fear not. It’s all about the silhouette created and we saw many designers opt for using different materials to create the same silhouette, like Taffeta and Chiffon for Tutus. Try a long Maxi Skirt or shorter skirts with layers of ruffled delicate fabric like a tiered wedding cake.

Fringe, Sequins, Feathers, Ruffles, Beads

With Maximalism on rise again so are all the embellishments. The Chanel jackets from the Spring 2025 show were embellished with everything from fringe, sequins, feathers, and even Peter pan collars. They were elaborate, extravagant, and screamed “shut up, look at me, and eat your cake”. Seriously if Marie Antionette was wearing these around I might be temped to take her head as well…. Only for the jacket though. Its all about the details in 2025

Capes

Capes were a big trend. I LOVE the look of cape as it can it can be so chic and European BUT they are tremendously impractical as they offer very little warmth. There is a very brief window before spring gives way to summer wear these can be worn and I don’t know if that is enough reason to purchase if you value cost per wear. I can see these showing up in formal dressing in the form of flowing trains.

The Aesthetic

Old Money

Old Money is still holding on for dear life and your pieces will still be very trendy in 2025 but be warned. I would start changing your buying habits as Simplicity, Quiet Luxury, and Old Money is on its way out. Fashion is a pendulum and when it swings in any given direction for it to swing back.

The laws of the physics of fashion cleary state that everything must have an equal and opposite reaction. As a millennial I hated the baggy high waisted “mom” jeans my mother wore in the 90’s and instead wanted bell bottoms and skinny jeans. Now our children, Gen z/Gen alpha think our skinny jeans are “mom” jeans and opt for the opposite, high waisted 90’s style and baggy cargo pants. Now Skinny’s are inching there way back into the scene but don’t get excited, it not a comeback yet. Now this is just to emphasize that fashion swings back and forth like a pendulum, we get bored, we want new.

Boho

Here is your new. Chloe shocked us all last year with their full return to the bohemian Chic vibe that originally set them apart. Bohemian is as defining to Chloe as Tweed is to Chanel. I feel the bohemian look fits so well with Maximalism. Is all about character, personality and textures. Sheer Gossamer fabrics, flowing maxi dresses, chunky statement belts, long layered jewelry, and oversized handbags.

Athlesure

Athlesure has always been part of fashion for a while now and likewise, it ebbs and flows with the tides of changing trends. In 2025 in will be all about Pilates and ballet core. Think pastel pinks sets, leg warmers, and uggs. We also saw many tench coat and utility style jackets paired in unconventional ways.

Fall Fashion 2023

Colors to Wear this fall

How to turn those trendy fall runway colors into ready to wear staples

Red

We’re talking Crimson, not maroon. Fire, Bold, Charismatic, Captivating, and undoubtably sexy. Red will be the biggest color you’ll see this fall. Head-to-toe red graced nearly every fall runway. It was featured in collections such as Stella McCartney, Versace, Gucci, Tom Ford, Dolce and Gabbana, Wiederhoeft, Tory Burch, Hermès, and Bottega Veneta. Just to name a few.

There are so many way to incorporate this into your everyday fall wardrobe, just be sure to avoid a few pit falls. Red can be overwhelming when worn head-to-toe, instead, go with a single statement piece. It can also look dangerously Christmasy if paired with silver, green, or gold. Instead, pair red with neutrals or black to allow the piece to be center stage. This color works well with our other big fall trend. Prep. Yes, you read it right. We suffered through the return of the 90’s and Y2K and we made it to the light again! The polished, chic 2010 preppy style is back with a modern flair.

Butter Yellow

Butter yellow will be another great fall trend. Butter yellow is not a yellow that should scream YELLOW! Rather, it whispers it, like the wind whispers with the leaves. Its a soft yellow that a first glance might look like off white. Look for this color in items such as shirts, sweaters, scarves, and skirts. Consider pairing with traditional autumn colors like copper, rust, white, tan, denim and our next fall color… olive.

Olive green

If you are familiar with my blog, you can probably tell I love the color green. Green is a color that conveys a sense of calm and serenity, maybe because it reminds me of the forests. Olive green is going to be one of my favorite trendy fall 2023 colors to play with. This shade of green pairs so well with that beautiful butter yellow and most of our other fall hues likes the yellows, browns, and maroons. I would avoid wearing this trend with orange or crimson red.

Black + Navy

You know the fashion rules your grandmother lived by? I’ll bet you have at least heard of, “No white after Labor Day”. Well, there is another age old fashion adage, “No wearing black with navy”. Yet on every runway we saw this rule diced to pieces. We saw this trend on as many runways as we saw the red. This color combo is riding on the tails of another fall trend, tailored fashion. We saw many designers playing with professional attire like pant suits, pencil skirts, and structured blazers. Look for tailored fits in navy and black and try mixing and matching this fall.

Tartan (plaid)

Tartan is a old Scottish pattern, what you might see on a kilt. It’s plaid for those you of you that can’t picture it. We saw this pattern in the Dior, St. Laurent, and Burberry collections. This pattern would look so cute on a skirt or scarf. If you want to get bold, try this pattern on a pair of booties.

Silhouette – Hourglass

And the pieces you’ll need to create it

Peplum

Remember when I said the 2010’s are making their grand comeback now? Knowing what I wore in high school is now a retro fashion trend making its comeback really makes me feel my approaching 30th birthday… I can’t say I mind this reemergence. I much prefer the tailored, chic, femininity of the 2010’s over the grunge, baggy look of the 90’s or even the tackiness of the Y2K comeback. I think the updates 2023 version of the peplum, will be seen in our wear like sweaters or coats. I don’t think we’ll see as many blouses, but we shall see.

Cinched Waists / Belts

The 2010’s were all about clean lines, and feminine silhouettes. As with the peplum tops, the cinched or belted waist creates the same desired hourglass you see with the peplum. Try wearing a baggy sweater dress and pair it with a belt to give it some shape. You could also pair a fitted sweater with a plaid or corduroy skirt and belt the waist.

Off the shoulder

We’re staying on that theme of quiet femininity and silent luxury. Off the shoulder sweaters will make an appearance this fall and winter once again. I have a few shoulderless sweater dresses that I know will be getting worn this fall. Try this look for your fall date night and give your honey a reason to stare 😉 You may be able to create this look with an item you already have. Check your closet for a sweater with a wide boat neck and drape one side off your shoulder.

Full midi skirts

Think a high-water maxi skirt. The midi skirt hits mid calf and looks effortlessly chic. The ultimate fall 2023 version is one with a very full, round, hemline and a tailored waist. It gives off an air of old money, the real version, not the tacky gen Z, TikTok version of it. (Please stop wearing socks with maryjanes)

Sweater dresses

Sweater dresses are a classic and will never go out of style. If your unsure on how to pull of the trendy fall colors, try looking for a sweater dress in one the top colors. Its simple and easy and makes an untraditionally fall color look perfectly themed for the season.

Styles

Elevated Basics

Mui Mui is a designer known for bold patterns and layers yet even that runway featured simple elegant basics. Think a pair of joggers paired with a slim sweater vest and a sleek camel coat. Think tailored wide-legged pants with a neutral turtle neck and a belted waist. The greatest part about this trend is the simplicity of it. This is one the of the easiest fall trends to emulate. You don’t even need to spend a lot to create the appearance of it. H+M, Old Navy, Target, and Amazon are great places to look for these elegant basics. Dillard’s and Nordstrom are great places if your looking to spend a bit more for something to keep around You can great deals on basics at dillards when shopping out of season. Some of my favorite brands are Antonio Melani, Chelsea and Violet, Gianni Bini, Vince Camuto, Free People, and Ralph Lauren. Express is another great choice for investment pieces.

Prep

I’ve spent most of this article referring to this fall style. Prep is classic and timeless. When I look back at photos from this period, most styles are still things I would wear today almost 15 years later. The trick with this, and any trend, is to dip a toe in rather than diving in. You don’t want to were sweater vests and loafers all fall, that would be a fad. There is a big difference between trends and fads. Barbie core, Grunge, Y2K are fads and if you go all in…. You’ll definitely be burning photos in a few years. Instead take the common runway trends and adapt them into your wardrobe in a way that is true to your own personal style and something you’ll still wear for years to come.

Tailored

If you work an office job this look is for you! This is the power suit era. This fall, embrace your strength and go out there and show the world what you are made of. Try this trend in combination with our other fall trend of navy paired with black. It will create a striking contrast that eludes to your might and capability. Dress it down as well and pair an oversized blazer over a sweater with jeans for your day errands.

Old Money

Gen Z has butchered this trend and turned it into a fad. Please don’t wear a pleated skirt with a sweater tied around your shoulder with ruffled socks and Mary Jane shoes. You may have seen this on TikTok but its not what I am talking about. Old Money is the simple elegance seen with the Kennedy’s, Vanderbilt’s and Rockefeller’s of the world. Silent luxury that doesn’t depend on a brand logo or a fad.
For this style, you want well fitted pieces, as though they were tailored just for you. Solid colors over patterns. You don’t need your clothes to grab people’s attention, you already have it. Get it?

Shoes

I think for boots this year, we’ll be seeing a lot of tall, over the knee boots and a lot of kitten heals (2in). Kitten heals have been making a reappearance for a minute now and they’re not going anywhere this fall. Many designers featured runway looks that were completely pant-less with their legs covered by tall boots in lieu of pants. While I am not advocating for going pant-less, I do think we will see a lot of tall boots because of it. Given the prep trend, we will also be seeing quite a few ballet flats, loafers, and riding boots. Fashion is a pendulum, we swung far to the left with the chunky sole boots of last fall back to the right now with slimmer feminine styles. I will likely skip the ballet flats for so many reasons and I would instead opt for the loafers and riding boots.

Accessories

Scarves

You’ll see scarves coming back around this fall. they’re another great way to incorporate those trendy fall colors without having to make a huge investment.

Mixed metallics

We’re breaking more age old rules here. Don’t be afraid to mix your silver and gold pieces this fall. Keep jewelry light, airy, with a delicate grace. Avoid distracting statement pieces and instead just opt for a subtle feminine touch to accentuate the shoulders you’ll be showing off on date night. You’ll see a lot of lace and bows in accessory items as the romantic Victorian look is also very trendy this fall.

Belted waists

We touched on this as well earlier, but a cinched waist, hourglass shape is going to be the desired silhouette. Invest in a couple cute belts to turn ordinarily shapeless pieces into ones that will turn heads.

Big Jim’s Farm U-Pick – Sunflowers

Big Jim’s farms

This is a must see before summer ends. Big Jim Farms has several varieties of U pick crops from August through October. Crops range from sunflowers and other flowers, green and red chile, pumpkins, melons, cucumbers, ect.

The staff here at the farms are absolutely amazing and some of the kindest and most welcoming people you’ll meet. There is no admission fee if you’re there to just enjoy the sight.

If you wish to take some flowers home you can rent clippers for 5 dollars. The 5 dollars also cover the decorative mason jar your pruned flowers will go in. They even prune and arrange the flowers for you!

The sunflower crop

Sunflowers are my favorite type of flower. They always have been since I was a little girl about 5 years old. I had this red dress with yellow sunflowers on it. It was my absolute favorite dress and I would have worn it everyday I could have. So naturally, when I saw this event pop up, I couldn’t stay away long.

August and September are the best months for visiting the sunflowers. The farm is open daily from 8am – 6pm. With September a few days away, there are still plenty of opportunities to experience this sea of gold. There is something about seeing a field of sunflowers that really makes your breath catch in your throat. The first time I saw this was when I was 17 and on a mission trip to Kentucky. On the drive there from Florida, we past a field of GAINT sunflowers. These flowers were much larger than my face and a whole lot taller than me too. This field went for miles. I’d never seen anything like it and to this day I have not forgotten about it.

Now the sunflowers at Big Jims are not of the giant variety, but they are spectacular in their own right. Big Jim’s recently moved from a 7acre location to a 21 acre field beginning this year allowing for much more flowers! The new location is right next door the the old. When you arrive you’ll be greeted by fields of sunflowers growing in rows that you can stroll through as you pick out the best to keep.

…if you dare.

WARNING!

This is not a place for those allergic to, or afraid of bees… the flowers are a magnet for them. You will be hard pressed to find a flower without at least one bee on it. There are thousand of them. Bees of every size, shape, and color. Bees I didn’t even know existed. Yes, know they are an important part of nature. Yes, they leave you alone if you leave them alone, but that does little to calm the fear that a bee phobia can instill. So instead I will tell you this, the flowers are just as beautiful when safely enjoyed from afar, as I did 🙂 Even while keeping a respectful distance we managed to clip ourselves a bouquet to take home!

We had such an amazing time and are already so excited to go again for the green Chile crops and we’ll definitely be getting some pumpkins as well. Watch out McCalls!

What I Wore

This is a farm so obviously dress code is casual. However, I’m not about to go to a field of sunflowers without having a little fun. Have fun with it and get all dolled up for the pictures, you won’t regret it. Keep your shoes in mind and there is a lot of uneven ground and dirt so a stiletto is not a good fit.

www.bigjimfarms.com