SS25 news and archive

Miss Sohee joins Fédération de la Haute Couture line-up

London-based Miss Sohee, the haute couture label worn by the likes of Cardi B, Miley Cyrus, Priyanka Chopra, and Ariana Grande, has been named as a guest house of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), the governing body for the French fashion industry. The milestone means that Miss Sohee, founded in 2020 by Central Saint...

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Fading trends: What 2025 will leave behind

The year 2024 continued to fuel the desirability of a multitude of pieces, most of which have been on trend for several seasons and are reaching their peak in 2025. Here is a list of eight waning trends. Neon colours Casablanca SS25, Ahluwalia SS24 and Gucci SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Fluorescent shades are losing their appeal in...

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Indie vanguard and contemporary classics: Depop predicts 2025 fashion trends

Secondhand marketplace Depop has made its predictions for trends it believes will dominate 2025 in a report that particularly highlights a shift towards more durable, versatile fashion, thus actively discounting microtrends. Developed in collaboration with AI retail intelligence platform Edited, the 2025 Fashion Trends report relies on what...

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Dickies Unveils Pre-SS25 Denim Collection Embracing Oversized Fits and Nostalgia

Dickies, the iconic American workwear brand, is excited to announce the launch of their Pre-SS25 denim collection. The new collection celebrates the essence of 90s fashion, combining oversized fits, denim newness, and a nostalgic flair that pays homage to streetwear culture and Dickies archive. Heading into 2025, denim and the revival of vintage...

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SS25 Trend: Mod squad, mini skirts, A-line dresses and geometric prints

People are increasingly looking to the past for inspiration, especially as social media amplifies nostalgia-driven trends. In the early to mid-‘sixties, ‘mod’ was short for "modernist," and was a movement characterized by a focus on forward-thinking fashion and music; most likely as a response to the often dreary landscape of post-World War II...

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Marks & Spencer design head on incoming trends and how it builds collections

As the new year fast approaches, retailers are continuing to prep for the upcoming SS25 season. A one that promises wide-ranging shifts in both the needs and tastes of customers, who are tightening their wallets while yielding to the revolving format of micro and seasonal trends. It's a juxtaposition that presents an interesting challenge for...

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SS25 Outerwear: Trench coats, car coats and parkas

There were several key outerwear styles shown on the runways for the SS25 season. The trench coat and novel variations of this classic style dominated; a sign that the ‘quiet luxury’ trend will continue to check next year. The car coat, with its tailored minimalism, was another silhouette that looked refined. Many designers continue to make...

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Lilly Pulitzer hosts first runway show in nearly 20 years, marking the return of its menswear line

Lilly Pulitzer made its return to the catwalk last week, hosting its first runway show in nearly two decades while marking the revival of its menswear line. In honor of the brand’s 65th anniversary, Lilly Pulitzer hosted an exclusive fashion show at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach, Florida, the past weekend. The event...

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SS25 Trend: Sport meets Street and Ready-to-Wear

Drawing closer to the third anniversary of the passing of Virgil Abloh, it’s clear that his legacy will live on. Abloh was a pioneer, whose visionary work helped to elevate streetwear to a status that is now widely accepted within the luxury fashion realm. Indeed, collaborations between fashion and athletic brands have become almost commonplace....

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SS25 Print and Pattern Trend: Plaid

Perhaps surprisingly for the spring season, plaid will be a key pattern for SS25. The word is derived from the Scottish Gaelic term "plaide," originally referring to a blanket or cloak. Over time, the fabric was woven in distinctive checked patterns, with unique designs for different clans. It is so versatile that these days it is found in...

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International presence and local talent support: Miami Fashion Week reveals expanded calendar

The East Coast of the US is currently gearing up for a new edition of Miami Fashion Week (MIAFW), which this year has revealed an expanded calendar spanning November 19 to 23, 2024. On the back of what organisers said was a “highly successful January 2024 event” which emphasised a new focus on streetwear, this season the fashion week will be...

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SS25 Trend: ‘Army Days’, Military jackets, olive drab, and utility details

Several designers showed riffs on military and utilitarian styles during the SS25 runway season. There are a few reasons for the popularity of this trend. The 2024 USA general election is just days away, and with the possibility of the country electing its first woman President, the topic of female empowerment is on many peoples’ lips. One could...