Spring and Summer 2025 Color Trends: From Pastels to Power Shades
Spring and summer are just around the corner, and if you’re like me, you’re excited to shop for some cute new things to freshen up your wardrobe! I did a round-up of Spring 2025 Shoe Trends, but what should we wear them with?
Fashion colors come and go each year, so staying updated with color trends keeps your style modern and chic. This year, we’re seeing anything from pastel prints to moody hues, so you may be surprised at what made the cut.
Even though trendy colors are ever-changing and timeless, quality pieces in the latest hues are easy to find. Whether you’re looking for a fun pop of color or a new way to tweak your chic, knowing the top colors of the new season can make all the difference in how you look and feel.
Understanding color trends goes beyond simply picking a pretty hue. It’s about figuring out which shades capture the season’s mood and wearing them in a way that reflects your style. I’ll guide you through the key colors for this spring and summer and share some pieces you can effortlessly blend into your current wardrobe!
Spring and Summer 2025 Color Trends: Must-Have Tones for Your Wardrobe
New York Fashion Week Color Trends
What Are Color Trends?
So, what are color trends? They’re not just shades that popular designers pick by spinning a wheel or drawing from a hat; they reflect the mood, vibe, and influences of the season. Essentially, these are the specific colors that rule the fashion world.
I’ve talked about Pantone Color Institute on my blog many times. They are leaders in choosing colors each season. They study what’s going on in the world and find a shade that they feel correlates to the values of the year. Last year, Peach Fuzz was the top color. For 2025, Pantone’s gone in a drastically different direction with the cozy, moody Mocha Mousse.
While Mocha Mousse maybe this year’s top shade, there are also tons of other colors that are predicted to be a hit this spring. So, let’s look at some of these trending colors for 2025 and stylish ways to incorporate them into your everyday looks!
What Colors Are Trending For 2025 Spring And Summer?
Mocha Mousse
We’ve already touched on it, but let’s look into how to style Pantone’s 2025 color of the year: Mocha Mousse. It’s a rich, luxe, creamy brown that reminds us of the best things in life… chocolate and coffee, LOL! Since it’s quite neutral, you probably already have plenty of pieces in this color, so styling them will be a breeze!
From wide-leg pants to a modern wedge tee, there are endless ways to incorporate this shade into your spring looks. A touch of white helps make this brown feel more springy. For example, this cute brown knit sweater.
Bran
In addition to Mocha Mousse, Pantone predicts two other browns will be a big hit that spring—Bran and Cocoon (more about Cocoon in a moment).
Bran is a neutral, grounded, timeless brown that is a little lighter than Mocha Mousse. It has a warm and earthy vibe that signals a return to nature. If you think of a garden, Bran would be the soil for the bright new pastels that remind me of spring flowers! You can also wear it with other neutrals for a more elegant look. Choose from slipdresses to pants, sweaters, and field jackets.
Crocus
This dreamy, gentle purple is my favorite hue this spring. Crocus is the color of renewal, and it feels so feminine, fresh, and alive! It’s also the perfect color to brighten up aging skin.
It’s delicate yet striking—perfect for flowy dresses, lightweight knits, ethereal blouses, and crisp shirts. How to wear it? Go big with satin slip dresses and sheer layers, or toughen it up with a Crocus top and sharp tailoring in charcoal or navy. And if you’re all about accessories, a Crocus handbag or a pair of suede pumps add just the right amount of color without overwhelming your look.
Lime Cream
Green is also trending this spring, with this pretty lime cream color leading the way. This soft, buttery citrus green blends the vibrancy of lime with a smooth, creamy undertone. (It makes me think of Key Lime Pie!)
What is the best way to wear it? Lean into its softness with breezy linen sets, silky slip dresses, or lightweight knitwear for an effortlessly chic spring look.
Lime Cream also works beautifully with warm neutrals, or pair it with crisp whites and soft blues. For just a hint of the trend, try Lime Cream accessories—think a structured mini bag, strappy heels, or even a pop of color in your jewelry.
Limpett Shell open-stitch sweater
Limpet Shell
Limpett Shell is similar but much more on the blue side of green. It’s cool and calm, like the seaside. Limpet Shell is perfect for breezy linen separates, relaxed tailoring, open-knit sweaters, and silky slip dresses. The key to making Limpet Shell feel fresh is mixing textures—think crisp cotton and airy organza.
Pair it with soft white or sandy neutrals for an effortlessly chic resort vibe, or contrast it with deep indigos for a polished yet unexpected look.
White Grape
White grape is another fabulous green you will see everywhere. It’s a little bolder—a blend of neon and nature. The best way to describe it is zesty! How do you wear it? Go bold with a structured blazer or a sleek midi dress that lets the color do the talking.
A pretty floral dress in white grape can look very refreshing. If head-to-toe isn’t your vibe, opt for accessories: a White Grape handbag or strappy heels will instantly energize any neutral look.
Déja Vu Blue
This is a deep, cool, mesmerizing shade that is somewhere between cobalt and navy. It feels summery, fresh, and nautical too. It’s effortlessly chic in a silky blouse or a tailored suit (power dressing, but make it playful). The best part? It’s an easy pairing with crisp whites, soft pastels, and even fiery reds for a little color-clash magic.
If you’re feeling adventurous, a monochrome Déjà Vu Blue moment—think flowy dress, structured bag, and sleek pumps—is the ultimate way to turn heads.
Kashmir
Everyone seems to be falling in love with Kashmir, the chic gray-green that exudes quiet luxury. This shade is all about versatility – a structured blazer, wide-leg trousers, or even a sleek leather bag.
It’s the perfect alternative to basics – sophisticated, grounding, and wearable. Layer it with soft creams and deep browns for an earthy tonal look, or contrast it with gold and bronze for a more glamorous take.
Misted Marigold
Bottega Veneta and Saint Laurent are showing this lustrous deep yellow/marigold shade all over runways this season. Although it may seem a bit daring, it’s actually easy to wear and style. This “Marigold” flare midi dress is an exciting and chic choice for a breezy summer look.
If you’d rather start small, accessorize with 24K gold-toned scarves or jewelry! Jil Sander has a stunning collection of gold jewelry to choose from.
Orangeade
When you want to look bold and powerful, Orangeade is your color. This fiery orange-red is fun, attention-grabbing, and full of attitude. Perfect for a statement dress, a slinky co-ord set, or a bold leather jacket that turns heads. It’s a power color – confident, fun, and attention-grabbing.
How to wear it? With equally bold shades like cobalt blue or hot pink for a color-blocked look or crisp whites and beiges to let Orangeade be the hero.
Cocoon
Cocoon is the third brown shade Pantone loves for Spring, but it’s actually more like tan. It’s light and warm, creamy, and has a quiet, confident vibe. This refined shade is great for those who are into the quiet luxury trend. I recently bought these pants, and I am wearing them with this Cocoon lady cardigan. The look is so chic!
If head-to-toe neutrals aren’t your thing, let Cocoon shine in a statement bag, woven mules, or oversized sunglasses for a subtle nod to the trend. You can pair it with other earth tones like Kashmir (soft olive green), but I love it with light blue. It’s such a modern mix!
Core Classic Colors for 2025
To mix these with new spring colors, you have to have some core basic colors, so here are this year’s Pantone picks.
Eclipse
A cool, commanding shade of navy.
Antique White
A soft, minimalist off-white.
Rum Raisin
This one is a big surprise for spring because we normally think of this Bordeaux shade as a fall color. If you are not into these vivid pastels, then this is a very classy color for warmer months.
I admit, at first, it felt out of place, but now, the more I see it, the more I like it for spring/summer.
Moonbean
A timeless, reliable pale gray that is relaxed and elegant.
Blue Granite
A versatile neutral with subtle blue undertones.
5 Ways to Wear Spring 2024 Colors
- Wear one color head to toe for an elegant monochromatic look. For example, Cocoon.
- Mix two colors – I can’t wait to try Lime Cream and Antique White. They would make a great resort-look combo.
- Add pops of color – If shades like Lemon Drop seem a bit too bright, maybe wear just a lemon drop scarf or sandal.
- Mix up the colors in prints – This is my favorite way to wear Spring 2025 colors. I love the idea of all those gorgeous shades blended into one.
- Pair a new bright with neutrals—e.g., Orangeade with Eclipse Blue for a high-contrast look, or wear a saturated pastel with a classic core color to tone things down. For example, White grapes with antique white.
Shop the look
Here are some fabulous print dresses to show you what I mean. Aren’t these gorgeous?
Choose which way of wearing the Spring 2025 fashion colors works best for you. Incorporating these new shades is the quickest way to look more modern, stylish, and youthful!
How will you be incorporating 2025’s spring and summer color trends into your wardrobe?
Fashion moves so fast; it’s like trying to catch a speeding train. Keeping up with the latest trends can be a real challenge! I hope this post gave you enough inspo to step into the warmer months with style.
After all, knowing which colors are trending and how to style them can make it easier than ever to tweak your chic!
Make sure you’re keeping up with my LTK storefront to see all of my favorite outfit ideas, from chic street-style to formal-focused looks. You can also join my private Facebook group, Fabulous After 40 Dressing Room, to discuss all of the stylish ways you’re styling these colors this season!
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Well, for 2025, I like the Mocha Mousse and the Antique White – I really feel drawn to the Antique White, actually. I might be able to pull off the Kashmir as well, maybe the Orangeade if it’s not too bright. It’s a tough year for me, given what Pantone’s current color selections are. :)
Hi Carolyn, Sounds like you are more of a neutrals gal which is fine too. Did you see their neutrals choices in the post below the main colors? Remember that in the end, wear colors that flatter your skin, hair and eyes, no matter what they say is in style. I’m a huge believer in color theory. Your perfect colors can make a world of difference in how you are perceived and how you feel too. When I see things in my color no matter what time of year it is I grab them because you never know when they will pop up again. (I’m a spring – creams, peaches, corals, warm pinks, yellows, warm blues are best for me)
Hi Deborah,
I love those KC vibrant capri ballet flats… but… I need wide widths. Sigh. I could incorporate the orangeade and watercress as colors for bottoms (trousers, skirts). But for tops, the peach fuzz is my best choice here. :) Thanks for the look into the upcoming trends for spring 2024.
Hi Carolyn, I’m hearing that more and more about wide feet and mine have certainly gotten wider too. Where do you shop for wide shoes and what brands do you like?
Deborah,
Though I am a petite woman, my feet have always been wide. I have a big bone structure. I find Nordstrom has the largest selection of wide-width shoes. I like Vionic, Naturalizer, LifeStride, and Clark’s. Munro makes a lot of wides, but I find many of their styles that could be more appealing. Sam Edelman makes cute shoes, but they aren’t wide enough for my feet. I wish more stylish and fun shoes came in wide. A hard-to-fit size keeps my shoe wardrobe lean; otherwise, I’d be the next Imelda Marcos! :)
Funny Carolyn! LOL! I’ll be sure to share that info. Thanks for the tips about those brands.
You’re welcome! :)