Spring is on the horizon, which means now is the time to start giving your wardrobe a refresh for the new season ahead and filling it with new pieces you love. As always, the catwalks have given us some indication of the key trends we can expect to see dominating, and there are some key items to invest in to ensure your look is as up-to-date as ever.
Luxury fashion is a world apart from its mainstream fast fashion counterpart, and centres around timeless investment pieces that will never fall out of favour. That means classic styles, opulent fabrics and expert craftsmanship, which should always be the foundations of any high-end wardrobe.
Focusing on versatile pieces that can be combined effortlessly to create numerous different outfits and dressed up or down according to the occasion is also a savvy approach to take and a great way to start building a capsule wardrobe that will never let you down – and investing in second-hand pieces to form the basis of your outfits and combining them with the latest must-haves will ensure you have an endless number of ensembles at your fingertips.
Because let’s face it; the most exciting part of every seasonal wardrobe update is always seeing how you can incorporate the latest and most outrageous catwalk trends by translating them into a more wearable version of themselves, and this spring, it’s all about vibrant colours, daring silhouettes and the resurgence of some much-loved blasts from the past.
From pre-loved luxury fashion to the latest style statements, here, we take a look at the essential additions to your wardrobe for spring 2025.
Second-hand luxury fashion
Whilst there’s no denying the buzz of walking out of your favourite designer boutique with a shiny new handbag or pair of shoes in tow, one of the biggest emerging trends of recent years has been the shift towards second-hand luxury fashion. As we become ever-more environmentally conscious, a growing number of us are opting to hunt down pre-loved garments and accessories in a bid to reduce our carbon footprint and make more sustainable choices – and in 2025, the trend is set to gather even more momentum.
From demure designer dresses to sophisticated sneakers, it’s now possible to source all manner of second-hand designer pieces online quickly and conveniently, and one of the best things about doing so is that you can often find rare pieces that nobody else has. Another huge bonus is that you’ll sometimes find almost-new pieces for a fraction of their original price.
With 90s and 00s fashion continuing to enjoy a renaissance this year, if you can get your hands on a rare pair of used designer sneakers or a show-stopping dress or jacket from one of these trending decades, then you’ll gain easy extra style points.
Bold and playful colours
After months of short, dark days and equally dark colour palettes dominating our outfits, it’s time to inject some colour, and bring some fun back to dressing for springtime. Usually, this season is associated with soft pastels like mint green and powder blue, but this year, the focus is on all-out brights, with lively pinks, sunny yellows and vibrant oranges taking centre stage – so there’s no need to wait until the summer to embrace them.
To avoid overkill – because less is always more – combine them with neutrals or if you’re feeling a little braver, clashing earthy tones like moss green and terracotta for the thoroughly uplifting vibe we’ve all been craving throughout the winter.
Sculpted silhouettes
One of the most adventurous trends of the season is sculptural fashion. At Fashion Week, we saw leading luxury designers playing with shape and showcasing everything from voluminous sleeves and exaggerated ruffles to asymmetric cuts in some truly show-stopping looks.
If you’re the kind of person who likes to make a statement then you’ll love this one, and it couldn’t be easier to nail. It’s about investing in one stand-out statement piece, like an extravagant, avant-garde dress or jacket, and allowing it to do all the talking, keeping the rest of your look minimal to ensure it gets the sole attention it deserves.
The bottom line
2025 is set to be an exciting year in high-end fashion, and this spring brings with it a myriad of trends that are poised and ready to challenge the current fashion status quo. And, from vibrant colours to bold shapes and a return of our all-time favourite footwear styles, there’s something for every luxury lover looking to make a statement.
