Trends, as we know, are cyclical. As much as we may have loved and cherished a certain bag or style of denim a year ago, history shows that it can’t stay on top forever. They start to feel dated once they’ve hit mass appeal, leading to a slow (or sometimes very fast) descent into so-last-season status, causing us to store them away for future use and find new trends to replace them with at the front of our closets. It’s a natural phenomenon within the world of fashion, and it’s happening right before our eyes. Summer 2024’s trends are becoming outdated while 2025’s replacements are on the rise, and I’m here to give you the lowdown on the entire exchange.
Ahead, discover which of this summer’s trends are now deemed too outdated to join us in 2025, from hot pants to snakeskin. I wouldn’t suggest getting rid of them forever unless you have multiple iterations and need the room. Storing them away in an out-of-sight bin or closet is worth doing to make room in your accessible wardrobe for fresher alternatives like Bermuda shorts and Elsa Peretti–esque cord necklaces. Trust me on this: Your summer outfit rotation will thank you.
OUT: Hot Pants
IN: Bermuda Shorts
From 2023 to 2024, hot pants were arguably my favorite summer trend. I had no shame about wearing the barely-there bottoms around New York City, and neither did anyone else, from celebs to content creators. Alas, for summer 2025, it seems that people are ready to cover up, favoring the much more sophisticated Bermuda shorts, and tailored and culotte-leaning styles are among the most popular.
Shop Bermuda shorts:
COS
Tailored Knee-Length Shorts
MANGO
Lyocell Pleated Bermuda Shorts
OUT: Minimalist Sneakers
IN: Statement Sneakers
From Harry Styles to Jennifer Lawrence, everyone seems to be passing on minimalist sneakers at the moment and instead are stocking up on colorful, statement-making alternatives by the likes of Prada, Adidas, and Puma. The louder the hues the better, and gold, kelly green, pink, blue, and more are becoming fast favorites among celebrities this summer.
Shop statement sneakers:
Gola
Bullet Suede Sneakers
prada
Collapse Re-Nylon and Suede Elasticized Sneakers
OUT: Track Pants
IN: Stretchy Kick Flares
Last summer, it seemed like everyone was pairing track pants with ballet flats and pumps, but ever since 2025 kicked off, another bottoms style has taken control of the zeitgeist, and it’s far tighter and stretchier with a more formal, less sporty aesthetic. I’m, of course, talking about kick-flare pants, starting with High Sport’s beloved and very viral pair and leading to more affordable alts by J.Crew, Donni, and more.
Shop stretchy kick flares:
HIGH SPORT
Kick Cropped Stretch-Cotton Flared Pants
j.crew
Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant
Spanx
Kick Flare Perf Pants
OUT: Snakeskin
IN: Plaid
Sorry to any snakeskin stans out there, but the controversial animal print has officially fallen by the wayside. On the contrary, a new pattern is making waves this summer thanks to brands such as Bottega Veneta and The Row. Plaid is the talk of the fashion crowd at the moment and is quickly becoming *the* print to wear during the warmer months. How to style plaid? Don’t fret—just toss on some tailored trousers, a lace-trim skirt, or some fun athletic shorts. There really is no wrong way to do it.
Shop plaid:
Zw Collection
Plaid Shoulder Pad Shirt
THE ROW
Morpheus Plaid Cotton Shirt
Massimo Dutti
100% Cotton Check Shirt
OUT: Cutout Dresses
IN: Nightgown Dresses
Cutouts have never really been my thing. They can be done very right, but they can also be executed poorly, and too often, in my opinion, it’s the latter. Apparently, I’m not the only one. Tons of dress trends have thrown their hats in the ring to take over the space that cutout dresses once occupied, but the one with the most staying power is nightgown dresses à la Dôen and Prada. It’s lazy luxury at its finest.
Shop nightgown dresses:
DÔEN
Almadia Crochet-Trimmed Ramie Mini Dress
Prada
Embroidered Old Batiste Dress
MANGO
Cotton Lace Nightgown
OUT: ’80s Floral-Print Swimsuits
IN: Two-Tone Swimsuits
There was a time when everyone on my Instagram feed was wearing itty-bitty bikinis straight out of the ’80s—high cuts, vibrant floral prints, and all. These days, it seems a minimalist style of swimwear has taken over beaches, pools, and parks alike. Specifically, I’m talking about two-tone bikinis and maillots, from classic black-and-white options to more daring color combinations.
Shop two-tone swimsuits:
FAITHFULL
Ania Two-Tone Recycled Triangle Bikini
Reformation
Joy One Piece Swimsuit
Massimo Dutti
Contrast Bandeau Bikini Top
OUT: Fishnet Flats
IN: Crochet Flats
Alaïa’s fishnet flats will probably never go out of style, especially given how comfortable they are, but the craze surrounding similar pairs has died down since last summer. Right now, a knit alternative is rising to the top of fashion’s footwear food chain, and crochet ballet flats like the ones by Ukrainian shoe brand Hvóya are growing in popularity by the day.
Shop crochet flats:
ZARA
Crochet Ballet Flats
Hvóya
Merezhyvni Cotton Flats
Jeffrey Campbell
Figure Eight Crochet Flats
OUT: Oversize Earrings
IN: Long Pendant Necklaces
There was no escaping the oversize-earring craze of the last two to three years. Eighties-inspired clip-ons and studs were everywhere, and they got bigger and bigger by the year. These days, big, retro baubles aren’t quite as ubiquitous. This is mostly because long cord necklaces with intricate pendants—think large shells, tassels, and oblong stones—have taken their place in our jewelry boxes.
Shop long pendant necklaces:
Massimo Dutti
Mesh Stone Cord Necklace
Juju Vera
Exclusive Riviera Petra Tasseled Sterling Silver Necklace
Elsa Peretti
Bean Design Pendant
