Castlecore, mocha mousse and aliens: The biggest fashion trends for 2025

According to fashion experts, the big emergence trend is predicted to bloom in 2025.

Subtle elegance and soothing tones will still dominate this year's styles - but with a dash of humor, a flair for dressing up, and a determination to break free and express one's self.

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Here's how that will look in your ensembles…

Space race 2.0

Star Trek and Tron, and it's also set to sway our wardrobes as Pinterest notes a 115% increase in searches for "solar punk fashion".

The selection includes metallic clothing, as well as eye-catching sunglasses with an extraterrestrial look, and the brand is also reviving its 2012 model "rocket heels." However, fashion brands are experimenting with futuristic materials in new ways, such as Coperni's air swipe bag, made from NASA-developed silica aerogel originally designed to collect stardust.

The Deputy foresight editor at The Future Laboratory, Dan Hastings, observed in a trend briefing: “Fashion is shifting towards a renewed appreciation for space-age materials, featuring fabrics that draw inspiration from space travel and are creating a focus on sustainability, protection, and innovative branding and storytelling opportunities.”

A visual extravaganza of macaroons

Pantone has announced "Mocha Mousse" as its 2025 Color of the Year, which is a soothing soft brown hue. Laurie Pressman, vice president of the Pantone Color Institute, described it as "a further refinement of our pursuit of comfort and harmony." In particular, Pressman noted that this color pair well with nappa leather, suede and chunky knits to add a touch of sophistication.

“The current trend has reached its peak, and we will be pairing rich neutrals with more vibrant colours to add a fresh touch to our wardrobes. “The main colors at the fashion collections in London, Paris, and Milan will be a prominent mustard yellow, a substantial amount of crimson, pastel blue, pistachio, and soft pink.”

Throw on a throwback

Feeling overwhelmed with all the latest trends? You're not the only one. "We're all experiencing an oversaturation of content, noise, aesthetics, styles, and fleeting societal fads right now. We believe that nostalgia is making a major comeback because it offers a sense of familiarity and comfort."

This application is being used in a very literal way in some cases, such as in old photographs of iconic celebrities and now-defunct brand logos - for instance, in High Snobiety's "Not In" collection, which features photographs of Princess Diana and David Beckham from the 1990s sporting baggy t-shirts and sweaters.

We will also capture a more celebratory atmosphere from the end of the 20th century. Kiltley says: "Designers are considering pop culture from the past; people want to draw inspiration from the dramatic catwalk shows of previous eras. The Vogue 'Inventing the Runway' exhibition in London features truly impressive displays of past catwalk shows, particularly from the 80s and 90s. I believe fashion is reverting back to the 80s and 90s again. We have already experimented with it for some time, but I think we will now genuinely explore it with a more elaborate and extravagant vision."

Structured softness

The saccharine, overly feminine aesthetic associated with the coquette trend is transitioning to a more refined approach to femininity in 2025, one that fuses traditionally feminine styles with sharp tailoring. "Designers like Stella McCartney, Roksanda and Victoria Beckham featured tailored looks on the runway. The architectural pieces were complemented by fluid drapery, sheer cut-out panels, or lingerie elements, giving each look an airy, playful quality," says an expert. "For me, 2025 will be all about the combination of strength and delicacy, with a touch of romance and a sense of architectural sophistication and effortless style."

This style also lends itself very well to incorporating eveningwear into daywear, making full use of your wardrobe and tapping into a sense of fun and experimentation that characterizes the 2025 aesthetic.

Armour up!

Loewe's SS25 pre-collection campaign, where Leo Woodall stood next to a complete suit of armor, has enabled this aesthetic to subtly permeate our consciousness. Pinterest has observed a 110% increase in searches for the term "medieval core".

Wearing chunky antique jewelry and chainmail tops, as well as studded boots and bags, allows us to incorporate elements of fancy dress into our everyday style.

According to the Pinterest Predicts report, it’s a trend for home decor as well: “Gen Z and Millennials will draw home decor inspiration from ancient castles, while fashion and accessories will feature gothic inspirations. This trend is a significant return to the spotlight.”