TL;DR:
- Fashion in 2025 is all about individualism: personalization and bag charms are essential
- Colored tights replace the classic black ones, with Chanel and Miu Miu as trendsetters
- The medium bag beats the mini bag: functionality is back
- Polka dots, the trouser-skirt combo and the mid-calf boot make their comeback
- Cowboycore stays, but with a subtler, more refined look
How do you make your style personal in 2025?
Following trends? That's a thing of the past. In 2025, fashion is all about individualism. Create your own style by experimenting with different looks and trends in a way that suits you.
Personalization plays the leading role here: from embroidery on caps to statement hats and the return of bag charms. What was once a playful accessory is now an essential fashion item. Luxury brands like Loewe, Prada and Coach have already transformed these bag charms into little art objects. Curious about the full trend overview? Then check out the key trends for 2025.
Why are black tights passé?
The coquette trend gets a fresh update with eye-catching tights in color and print. Chanel and Miu Miu set the tone with pastel shades and floral patterns, perfect for a playful streetwear look. Lace tights are also making a comeback, combining romance with an edgy twist.
Which bag trend dominates this season?
Mini bags? We'll leave those aside for now. The fashion world is increasingly opting for functionality. The medium bag is the new favorite: roomy enough for your essentials, compact enough to stay chic. Prada and Bottega Veneta show how to carry this bag casually under the arm for a nonchalant look.
Are polka dots really back?
The comeback that basically no one saw coming: polka dots are back. From maxi dresses to tops and skirts, this playful print is all the way back for the new season. We've already seen plenty of the classic black-and-white dot in the streets.
How do you wear jeans with a twist?
The Y2K revival stays popular and brings a new trend for the spring season too: the trouser-skirt combination. Love it or hate it, but a skirt or dress over trousers is totally in.
Bottega Veneta and Lacoste prove that this noughties-meets-boho vibe can be surprisingly stylish. Combine a mini skirt with slim-fit jeans, or go for a midi skirt over baggy trousers for a tougher look. Also read which trousers define this summer.
Why is the mid-calf boot a must-have?
To stay in the spirit of vintage vibes and the 2000s: the mid-calf boot is a must-have for the new season. The boots seemed indispensable in the Parisian streets. We mostly saw them in suede or leather, in black or a statement color like red.
Ideally with a slightly pointed toe and a mid-height heel. Also perfect to give your streetwear outfit a touch more femininity.
How do you wear cowboycore in 2025?
Where in 2024 we still went all-in on dramatic western influences, now it's all about subtlety. Think belts with big buckles, blazers with a western touch and of course the cowboy hat.
Flared jeans stay, but where we first went mainly for an oversized look, we now prefer to combine them with sleeker silhouettes. The cowboycore trend stays, but with a sophisticated edge. More Parisian fashion inspiration? Also read about the highlights of Paris Fashion Week 2026.
Which trend are you going to try this season?
Frequently asked questions about the trends spotted in Paris
Which Parisian street-style trend is the easiest to wear?
The medium bag is the most accessible trend right now. You don't have to build a whole outfit around it. Pick a style from a brand like Prada or Bottega Veneta and combine it with what you already have. Functional, stylish and instantly wearable in your everyday look.
How do you combine polka dots without looking old-fashioned?
Mix polka dots with modern silhouettes and streetwear elements. A polka-dot top under an oversized blazer or a dotted skirt with chunky sneakers keeps it fresh. Go for the classic black-and-white version if you want to play it safe, or pick a mini dot for a subtler look.
Are the Parisian trends also wearable in the Netherlands?
Absolutely. Most of the trends we spotted in Paris are actually street-style-based, not catwalk-exclusive. Items like colored tights, medium bags and mid-calf boots fit perfectly into a Dutch street scene. It's all about how you combine them with your own style.