Spring/Summer 2025: What the Runways Are Saying
Every new season brings fresh inspiration, and Spring/Summer 2025 is delivering a wonderfully wearable mix of bold colour, relaxed silhouettes, and tactile fabrics. The good news? Most of these trends translate beautifully to curvy and plus-size figures. Here's a breakdown of the key trends and exactly how to make them work for you.
Trend 1: Oversized Florals
Large-scale floral prints are everywhere this season — on dresses, blouses, trousers, and even tailored sets. Unlike small, scattered prints, oversized florals make a confident, artistic statement.
How to wear it: An oversized floral maxi dress is the easiest one-piece option. If you prefer to mix and match, a bold floral blouse tucked into solid-colour wide-leg trousers keeps the look balanced. Choose florals on a dark or medium background if you prefer a more grounded feel.
Trend 2: Linen and Natural Textures
Linen is having a massive moment — and rightfully so. It's breathable, elegant, and incredibly versatile. Linen suits, wide-leg trousers, and flowing shirts are all trending for summer.
How to wear it: A linen wide-leg trouser in white, ecru, or terracotta paired with a fitted knit top is a fail-safe summer look. Linen tends to be somewhat stiff, so look for blended fabrics (linen-viscose or linen-cotton) that drape a little softer against curves.
Trend 3: Butter Yellow and Warm Pastels
Soft, warm tones — butter yellow, peach, powder blue, and sage green — are dominating the colour palette this spring. These shades are universally flattering and feel fresh without being harsh.
How to wear it: A butter yellow wrap dress or a sage green midi skirt are easy entry points. For a bolder statement, try a monochromatic pastel look — top and bottom in the same or similar tone — which creates an elongated, cohesive silhouette.
Trend 4: Sheer and Lightweight Layers
Sheer fabrics — chiffon overlays, organza details, mesh panels — are having their moment. The trend is about adding dimension and lightness rather than exposure.
How to wear it: A chiffon overlay skirt over a slip or fitted underskirt is an elegant, comfortable option. Look for dresses with sheer sleeves or a chiffon top layer over a solid underlining — all the visual interest without compromising coverage.
Trend 5: Relaxed Co-Ord Sets
Matching sets — wide-leg trousers and a boxy blazer, or a flowy skirt with a matching cropped jacket — are one of the easiest ways to look put-together with minimal effort. They're also having a huge moment in plus-size fashion specifically.
How to wear it: Choose a co-ord in a solid colour or a subtle print for maximum versatility. A matching linen set in a warm neutral is infinitely wearable for everything from city exploring to al fresco dining.
Quick Trend Checklist for Summer 2025
- ✔ Oversized floral maxi dress
- ✔ Linen wide-leg trousers + knit top
- ✔ Butter yellow or pastel wrap dress
- ✔ Sheer overlay skirt or dress
- ✔ Matching co-ord set in a warm neutral
The through-line in all of these trends is ease and intention — clothes designed to move with you, keep you comfortable in the heat, and make a genuine style statement. This summer, dress boldly and dress comfortably. There's no reason to choose between the two.