The 6 Biggest Winter Trends to Know as We Roll Into 2025

This year started off with bright cherry red as the color everyone most wanted to wear, and while it is definitely still one of the top five color trends of 2025, it has been steadily replaced by a darker hue: burgundy. This deep red shade feels incredibly luxe, and pairs so well with so many other wintery shades (cream, navy, gray, even olive green). The wonderful thing about this trend, too, is that you can go as big or as small as you like. A flash of a burgundy mini bag against an all-black outfit works just as well as a matching burgundy silk top and wide-leg pants.

This is a trend that has been around for some time now on runways and with high-end brands, but only now has it finally made its way to the general public, and I am definitely here for it. Lots of folks are rocking sheer shirts in mesh, lace or single-layer tulle with tunic-length sweaters or shirts to cover their bums. Others, like Taylor Swift, are playing with sheer sleeves and other, more subtle peek-a-boo moments. These see-through materials don’t necessarily need to expose a ton of skin, and are phenomenal for layering to add depth and texture to any outfit.

Yes, romantic, bohemian styles are back for another round in the spotlight (it was only a matter of time), but this is not the same as the boho craze you remember from the early aughts. This time around the trend is all about elevated styles, rather than full Woodstock vibes. Think more Florence Welch and less Janis Joplin. Lightweight, sheer materials in warm, earthy neutrals, delicate pinks and dainty florals; more subtle ruffle detailing as opposed to ruffled tiers; suede fringe accents on tailored jackets and structured handbags—these are the calling cards of Boho 3.0.

I don’t know about you, but I spent a solid amount of 2024 looking for the perfect cargo pant, and now it appears I’ll have to expand that search to include more utilitarian-inspired pieces as well. Barn jackets, moto boots, leather bombers, cargo maxi skirts and almost anything from Carhartt will satisfy this delightfully practical fashion trend. To avoid looking like you’ve literally just stepped away from a construction site, add in some elevated accessories—cat-eye sunglasses, a slicked-back bun, a sleek shoulder bag, delicate pearl earrings, etc.—to create a chic balance between functional and fashionable.

Although not every trendy suede item I’ve seen popping up has necessarily been brown, and not every brown outfit has necessarily incorporated suede, nonetheless these two trends really go hand in hand with one another. The big three items that I feel are most worth the investment are suede jackets, suede boots and suede handbags. The soft, textured material is all at once rugged and luxurious, and can instantly elevate just about any outfit. This trend also has the added benefit that suede never really goes out of style, so you can feel better about investing in something higher quality and more expensive knowing you’ll be using it for years and years to come.

Somewhere Fran Drescher is smiling. Leopard spots are another classic modern fashion trend—they’ve gone in and out more times than I can count, starting with Christian Dior’s very first fashion show in 1947—and you may even have some spotted pieces in your wardrobe from the last go-round. Much like burgundy, this is a trend you can truly make your own. Go full Shania Twain with head-to-toe leopard spots or embrace your inner Jackie Kennedy with a spotted coat. Whether you opt for a little or a lot, this is a pattern that is meant to pop (at least on the streets of NYC), so be sure to prepare yourself for lots of compliments.