Brighter Days: 9 Men’s Fashion Trends To Know For Spring/Summer 2025

It’s almost impossible to keep up. Every time you refresh your feed, there’s some new ‘must-have’ fashion item – be it a sneaker, a style of outerwear or simply a certain shape of T-shirt. Attempting to follow along is futile. Social media has sped the trend cycle up to such a degree that no sooner does something blow up than it begins to simmer down again and fade back into obscurity.

The standard advice is to ignore the trends altogether and focus on finding your own signature style. And while there is some truth buried in that suggestion, to disregard what’s current entirely isn’t helpful. After all, if we didn’t move with the times, everyone would still be walking around in loincloths and animal pelts. So, what’s the right approach?

As we often say, having a grip on your personal style is half the battle. The other part is mixing in current trends for a balanced look that feels grounded yet relevant. To achieve this, you’ll want to cherry-pick the trends with staying power—the ones that are more than just a flash in the pan.

Here are the trends that hit the mark for Spring/Summer 2025.

Slim Sneakers

Onitsuka Tiger

It’s happened once again. We all watched 10 years ago as minimalist sneakers like the Common Projects Achilles Low and the Stan Smith that had dominated the footwear world were dethroned by big bulky sneakers. And after many seasons of chunky soles and exaggerated styling, things have begun to move firmly in the opposite direction.

This time, slim flat soles are the defining trait. It started with the Adidas Samba resurgence, and we’ve since seen styles like the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico ‘66, the Puma Speedcat and even slip-on styles like the Adidas Taekwondo come back into the spotlight.

Tinted Shades

Johann Wolff

Forget about the full blackout lenses. Opting instead for a subtle tint is a great way to add some character to any outfit and instantly make whatever you’re wearing feel a bit more current and intentional.

Think less thin wire frames and more big, impactful acetate ones. It’s all about framing the face and making a statement at the same time.

As far as the colour of the tint goes, brown, yellow, green, blue and pink can all work well depending on your skin tone.

Light Wash Denim

Wax London

Jeans never stop jeaning. Even in the summer. The trick lies in choosing a seasonally appropriate weight and wash. That means no to rigid, heavyweight raw denim, and yes to heavily faded midweight options.

Go for a fabric weight of around 12 oz to keep it breathable and a nice light wash to reflect the heat rather than soak it all up. If you’re feeling bold, you could even go for white jeans – or ecru for a slightly less in-your-face alternative.

Knitted Shirts

Wax London

If you don’t already have a knitted shirt or two in your wardrobe you’re missing a trick. Substitute your bog-standard polo or Oxford for one, and you’ll instantly elevate even the simplest of outfits.

It’s something that subtly strays from the norm, not so attention-grabbing that it will raise eyebrows, but just different enough to make whatever you’re wearing look like it was put together with a degree of thought rather than scraped together off the bedroom floor.

For spring, go for something in merino with long sleeves. For summer, opt for an open knit for breathability and short sleeves to maximise the tan.

Loose Legwear

Closed

At the risk of stating the obvious, skinny legwear is not on the menswear menu at the moment. Instead, you should look for oversized styles with wide legs.

Not only will they add an interesting proportion to your summer fits, but they’re also much better at allowing air to circulate and keeping you cool.

Think loose-fitting cargos and fatigues made of lightweight cotton or ripstop. If you’re heading away to somewhere hot this summer, consider a pair of linen pants in a relaxed cut.

Short Shorts

Todd Snyder

Good news for your tan: short shorts are very much in. If the hem falls anywhere around the knee, they’re too long.

If in doubt, look for styles that specify a 5-inch inseam, which is Goldilocks territory for this particular style of legwear. Patagonia’s classic Baggies are the obvious choice, if you can live with your phone swinging around in the unreasonably large pockets as you walk.

Athleisure 2.0

David Gandy Wellwear

Where once men’s fashion looked to workwear, streetwear and the military for inspiration, today it has turned its attention to running tracks, playing fields and velodromes.

Sportswear is the new overarching influence on contemporary menswear, with running, climbing, cycling and even golf and tennis becoming important sources of inspiration for brands and designers.

Labels like On Running, Hoka, Salomon, as well as niche names like Satisfy and District Vision, are experiencing huge spikes in sales. And it’s not just athletes boosting the numbers. Fashion-conscious consumers are mixing this stuff into their day-to-day wardrobes, and summer is the perfect time to get involved.

Strappy Sandals

Velasca

Birkenstocks had their moment, but this year there’s a new default sandal to see you through the summer. In fact, there are a few of them.

From fisherman sandals to gladiators, classic summer footwear is back on the table. If it’s leather and strappy, it’s a winner.

Suede Loafers

Velasca

Loafers have been solidifying their position as the go-to non-sneaker footwear of choice for a few years now, and that shows no sign of slowing down this season.

When rendered in suede, these slip-on shoes are perfect for tackling everyday duties and those awkward in-between occasions where a full-blown dress shoe is overkill but a sneaker feels too sloppy.

You can dress them up with a linen suit and a knitted polo or style them casually with light-wash jeans and a fitted white tee.