6 Fashion Editors, 36 Summer Purchases—Exploring Our Summer 2025 Inspiration Boards

      Where does inspiration originate? Is it derived from the latest fashion runways, celebrity sightings, the TV shows and movies we’re watching, or perhaps our social media platforms? For fashion editors and style enthusiasts, our connection to these avenues is anything but casual. We are deeply immersed in the cultural zeitgeist, which influences our reporting on the site. However, the vastness of the internet means that each editor on our team has a unique perspective on what shapes their daily style and, of course, their seasonal shopping lists. While one of us is capturing images from the latest Celine runway to recreate preppy looks, another might be pinning pictures of Italian tennis player Lorenzo Musetti arriving at Wimbledon or simply observing what stylish weekenders wear on a Hamptons-bound LIRR train. In essence, style inspiration can be found everywhere. With that in mind, I asked Who What Wear's team of fashion editors to share their summer mood boards and insights on the direction their style is taking this season. If you’re curious about the influences guiding our outfits and shopping choices this season, be sure to check out the mood boards and key shopping items from six of our fashion editors below.

      "Crafty," "free-spirited," and "antique" are the three words that define my summer mood. The vibe I’m pursuing? I want to appear as if I’ve pieced together my wardrobe solely from estate sales and competitive eBay auctions. In other words, I aspire to reflect a cultivated taste by living an enriching life: enjoying films, admiring art, reading literature, and perhaps rummaging through my grandmother's closet. Combine that with the vacation feel of just arriving on a secluded Mediterranean island, and there it is. Picture elegant staple pieces that serve as a clean backdrop for crafty accessories, like Alaïa's viral genie pants, which have become a focal point for many of my recent outfits. I adore the modern bohemian feel they exude, and I’ve been pairing a similar bubble-hem style I found at Zara with bold resin bangles and vintage scarves, which I tie around my waist as a belt or drape over my neck and shoulders.

      **ALAÏA**

      Pleated Georgette Peplum Tapered Pants

      **A.EMERY**

      Kinto Leather Flip Flops

      **VERAFIED**

      Silver Comb Charm

      **Enza Costa**

      Silk Satin Tank

      **The Row**

      Barn Mini Striped Mesh Tote Bag

      **Heaven Mayhem**

      Luna Bangle

      (Image credits: @sabrinacarpenter; Getty Images/Arthur Elgort; @fitzpatrickerin; Getty Images; Shutterstock) "Italian tennis player Lorenzo Musetti made it onto my mood board the moment he stepped onto the Wimbledon court in a white Bottega Veneta intrecciato leather jacket. I haven’t been this captivated by a single piece of outerwear at the All England Club since Roger Federer’s 2008 cable-knit cardigan. Fashion insiders were already buzzing about Bottega Veneta's new creative director, Louise Trotter, but Musetti's role as brand ambassador also attracted tennis fans. Another celebrity currently inspiring me is Sabrina Carpenter, who shared a birthday selfie in her hotel room at the San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California, a place I was fortunate to visit recently. Isn’t that floral wallpaper mesmerizing? I would wear it from head to toe if possible—it would pair beautifully with a pastel Tag Heuer watch. Finally, I’ve been browsing old Vogue covers following the news that Anna Wintour is seeking a successor as the magazine's editor. A 1992 cover featuring Naomi Campbell and Christy Turlington caught my attention for its impeccable nautical vibes that I want to emulate this summer."

      **Bottega Veneta**

      Intrecciato Concert Pouch in Sea Salt

      **TAG Heuer**

      Carrera Date Automatic

      **Jenni Kayne**

      Claude Long-Sleeve Tee

      **FP Movement**

      Pleats and Thank You Skort

      **Old Navy**

      Poplin Wide-Leg Pajama Pants

      “After seasons dominated by minimalism, I’m viewing this summer as a chance to revisit glamour. I'm embracing a wardrobe that embodies a modern reimagining of '60s elegance, featuring bold silhouettes, iconic prints, and a focus on polish. Think leopard coats, houndstooth sets, and chic little white dresses that evoke a cinematic feel. Jewelry is also taking center stage for me; I'm drawn to bold beads, timeless pieces like tennis necklaces, and vintage-inspired stones reminiscent of treasures from grandma's collection. I want my outfits to ignite conversations and feel like a narrative.”

      **Frasier Sterling**

      Out of Office Hoop Earrings

      **CHLOÉ**

      Heritage Small Embellished Quilted Velvet Shoulder Bag

      **Chan Luu**

      Oona Red Jasper Beaded Necklace

      **Reformation**

      Juniper Knit Top

      **M