6 Summer Micro Trends Sure To Make You Stand Out
From buttermilk yellow making its way into our accessories collections to the beach-inspired aesthetic that was made for holidays, scroll to shop six fun summer micro trends guaranteed to make you stand out from the crowd.
Seascape
This is one trend to dip your toe into if you’re a fan of fun, maximalist dressing. Currently a favourite among Lisbon’s style influencers, there’s a definite holiday feel to this look, from sardine-print waistcoats paired with linen trousers to playful shell-print pants over a beach bikini. Whether you have holiday plans or are staying on UK shores, this trend was undeniably made for summer.
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Butter yellow accessories
While powder pink, baby blue, and olive green certainly captured our hearts, buttermilk yellow emerged as the standout shade of the season. If you adored our recent edit of pale yellow clothing, you’ll be thrilled to embrace this pretty pastel in your accessories too. Think cute shoulder bags paired with breezy white summer dresses, charming bow-trimmed ballet flats, or stylish caps for those moments when you wish to go incognito.
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Jelly shoes
Say hello to SS25’s unlikely shoe hero: the jelly shoe. The Row is largely to thank for the renaissance of these classic ’90s childhood favourites, though the high-end brand has, predictably, worked its “quiet luxury” magic on the design. The result is a far chicer, modern interpretation, closer to a caged ballet flat but in that familiar jelly-like plastic. The high street has quickly followed suit if The Row £670 price tag makes your eyes water. Check out Jeffrey Campbell and H&M for styles at a fraction of the price. If you’re a jelly shoe purist, the OG style still holds a special place in our hearts, especially in a rainbow of fun, glittery shades. Pair them with everything from breezy linen sets to on-trend barrel-leg jeans.
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Bloomer-style bottoms
Granted, not for everyone, but the bloomer is back for summer ’25. There’s definitely a scale here, from fun, cheek-skimming shorts to full-on Victorian bedclothes. The latter, perhaps the more Marmite, but the ones we are loving the most. Style them up with an oversized blazer, a relaxed tee, and heels for a sophisticated twist; or, for a more low-key vibe, juxtapose the shorter version against a cool back-print tee.
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Sun jewellery
Make every outfit shine brighter this season with oversized sun-inspired jewellery. From beaded necklaces paired with sunburst charms on salty beach skin to YSSO’s chunky ray of light earrings that will add edge to a pretty wedding guest look. Shout out also has to go to small indie brand Deloris (as spotted on influencer Raquel Costa Gomes), who make the most gorgeous handmade brass and tin jewellery. Orders are placed weekly via Instagram, so check them out if you’re after something small batch and unique.
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Scarves as belts
Finally, here’s a summer trend you can undoubtedly recreate with existing pieces already in your wardrobe: the silk scarf. Is there no end to its versatility? Apparently not, and to add yet another string to its bow, we keep spotting Instagram’s style set wrapping them around the waist as a sort of belt. It’s perfect if you love to tap into a summer boho vibe or want to effortlessly add a bit of print, flair, or texture to your look.
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