Pastels Take Over Spring 2025 Runways with a Soft, Dreamy Palette

Pastels for spring? In 2025, it's not as predictable as you might think. After a year defined by bold chili reds and the hyper-saturated Brat green, the fashion world is shifting toward a more delicate and softer palette. Shades of sky blue, powder pink, and lilac are returning in full force, bringing a fresh, airy vibe to the runways.

alaïa spring summer 2025 — LAUNCHMETRICS SPOTLIGHTAlaïa spring/summer 2025

Chanel leads the trend, showcasing its signature tweed suits in pastel pink, yellow, and blue, embracing these soft tones in a way that only the iconic fashion house can. Baby blue is also gaining popularity, seen on the runways of Acne Studios, Coperni, and Cecilie Bahnsen, proving that softer hues can be just as striking as the vibrant shades of previous seasons.

a photo of a model walking chanel's spring summer 2025 runway show wearing the pastel color trend butter yellow, more specifically a flowy cape like blouse with a matching mini skirt, black belt, yellow mary jane platform heels, and a yellow mini bag — Launchmetrics Spotlight Chanel spring/summer 2025

Powder pink is emerging as the season's defining color. It's seen in dreamy dresses and structured jackets from brands like Ganni and Miu Miu. This romantic, muted shade is quickly rising to the top of fashion wishlists, offering an elegant yet playful touch to spring wardrobes.

Donatella Versace, always one to embrace bold color, has fully adopted lilac for the season. The runway featured soft yellow and green silhouettes, paired effortlessly with brown suede. But it was the avalanche of lilac that truly stole the spotlight—from the models' pumps to their perfectly styled blowouts, this hue dominated the show.

a model walking issey miyake's spring summer 2025 runway show wearing the pastel color trend lilac, specifically a light purple trench coat layered over a black blazer styled with black trousers, and black flats — Launchmetrics Spotlight Issey Miyake spring/summer 2025

The "hungry color" trend continues to gain traction, influencing both fashion and beauty. Butter yellow, mint green, and pistachio are set to be the next viral sensations, following the success of food-inspired colors like cherry red, latte makeup, glazed donut nails, and caramel swirl hair. Expect to see these softer shades take over TikTok and Instagram in the coming months, as pastel tones become a must-have for the season.