The 6 Dress Trends Dominating Fall 2025

      Having had some time to fully absorb the fall/winter 2025 collections, there is much to talk about. This season represents an evolution of several major trends that have been unfolding in fashion this year. The bohemian renaissance isn't fading away; rather, it is transitioning into a darker, more gothic direction. When it comes to the sophisticated silhouettes of the 1950s, designers are exploring more undone interpretations of classic ladylike styles. This has resulted in a fresh selection of dress trends poised to define the upcoming season. Which silhouettes are likely to make the biggest impact this season? According to Chloé, romantic ruffles will still be a significant presence, while satin slip dresses are now set to become essential for the modern boho movement throughout 2025. On the flip side, rich velvet and autumnal checks are making a comeback, thanks to endorsements from Burberry and Ralph Lauren. Overall, think of this list as your guiding star for all things dress silhouettes and keep an eye on the key trends for fall 2025.

      Across various runways, designers revisited the classic slip dress in all its different forms. Miu Miu showcased traditional slip dresses, which were once meant to be hidden beneath more formal outfits, but now highlight them as standalone pieces. Meanwhile, at Chloé, slip dresses arrived in soft pastel shades, adorned with delicate lace detailing on necklines and hemlines. Designers like Frances Howie at Fforme also offered a modern and minimal interpretation with sleek satin pieces that stand out on their own.

      If 2025 has so far been characterized by romantic fashion, the latter part of the year is set to usher in a more somber, even gothic, evolution. For fall, designers reinterpreted romantic dressing using a dark, all-black palette, showcasing silhouettes enhanced with lace and sheer elements. Fendi emerged as a prominent source of lace designs, depicting a vision of maturity and self-assuredness rather than a soft, naive take on romanticism.

      Traditional autumnal motifs are re-emerging in the fashion narrative this season, with check prints leading the way. Plaid shirts have become unexpectedly chic, and for fall, designers like Brandon Maxwell, Ralph Lauren, and Bally are ensuring that plaid or checkered dresses will be essential pieces.

      Typically, soft pastel shades fade as summer wraps up in September, but soft blush is a color trend that will remain prevalent into the next season (and likely into 2026). The fall runways were abundant with nearly imperceptible washes of pink, from sheer ruffled pieces at Chloé to Fendi's nearly nude tones.

      Another typical element of cold-weather attire is also making a comeback this season with the arrival of velvet dresses.

      If you haven't picked up on it yet, romance is the key theme for fall 2025. Softer silhouettes and feminine touches are prevalent right now, and ruffles are second only to lace in their prominence. Chloé is certainly credited with reintegrating ruffled dresses into our closets, but this season, even more designers embraced soft, romantic ruffles on flowing maxi dresses.

      This post was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated since then.