Fashion is an eternal beginning, and if we love following trends, there comes a time when some deserve to stay in the past. Between the post-pandemic pieces that continue to haunt our streets and the resurgence of the ultra-low waist of the 2000s, it’s high time to sort things out. Here’s a roundup of trends that could (and should) disappear in 2025.
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We know that jogging pants and oversized sweatshirts have conquered our wardrobes for years, becoming simple and practical basics to put on. But let’s be honest: these “all-purpose” pieces often lack elegance. Too often worn in a monotonous way – combined with a quilted down jacket, sneakers and a hat – they have ended up losing their charm.
Born from fashion cocooning during the pandemic, these outfits remind us of a need for comfort, but they are now struggling to seduce. Goodbye to the jogging and large sweatshirt look without relief: in 2025, we are finally turning to more sophisticated clothing that combines style and elegance.
The ultra-low waist: a return that is not unanimous
Symbol of the 2000s and figurehead of the Y2K trend, the ultra-low waist has made a comeback on the catwalks and in the streets. While this cut flatters certain body types and plays on a bold aesthetic, it remains controversial.
It reveals the hips and lower back, but its lack of adaptability to all silhouettes limits its adoption. In 2025, it seems unlikely that it will establish itself as a must-have, unlike its golden age in the 2000s. A niche trend, especially appealing to young people, which could quickly fall into oblivion.
Extreme cutouts: when the spectacular effect gets boring
The return of the 1990s and 2000s brought back bold fashion that revealed a lot of skin, with extreme cutouts on clothes. TikTok and Instagram have amplified this trend, propelling cut-outs to the forefront in a post-pandemic context marked by a desire for lightness and self-reappropriation.
However, the more minimalist and discreet aesthetic that is emerging, notably through the trend of quiet luxurynow seems to be taking precedence. THE cut-outs spectacular, hardly compatible with this new sobriety, are destined to disappear. Make way for elegant and timeless cuts.
Flashy colors: the shine fades
Lime green, bright pink or garish orange, intense colors have dominated in recent years, driven by trends like dopamine dressing or even the Barbiecore. If these vibrant shades provided a boost after dark periods, today they are victims of visual saturation.
Already in 2024, we observed a return to more sober and natural palettes. In 2025, earthy tones – beige, brown, olive green or burgundy – are emerging as soothing and sophisticated alternatives. Fashion is moving away from garishness to favor a more subtle and timeless elegance.
The panties will hide
The trend of panties worn alone – without any other clothing on top – has lasted for several seasons and designers are still riding the wave in spring 2025. But although this aesthetic still captures attention, this trend has indeed was created to create a buzz and fails to establish itself. Certainly reassured, we are very happy to be able to store our panties in the… underwear drawer.
Micro-trends: an evil to be eradicated
Do we really need a micro-bag in which we can only store a key (previously removed from our keychain), or a corset that took decades to disappear from women’s wardrobes? These micro-trends, often ephemeral and driven by Instagram or TikTok, exhaust as much as they pollute.
In 2025, the fashion industry must slow down. Consumers are demanding more durable, timeless and individualized clothing. This need conflicts with these superficial and short-lived tendencies, which encourage excessive consumption. In response, a weariness sets in with these fashion phenomena which follow one another at a frantic pace. The demand for pieces that reflect personality, tailoring and sustainable clothing could well mark a turning point.
And you, what trends would you be ready to put in the closet? The debate is open.
