Refresh your spring wardrobe with new season styles from these local boutiques and cult-status labels. 

What's trending for spring 2025?

• Polka dots

• Oversized accessories

• Layered pants and skirts

• Bold prints

• Sheer lace

• Pastels

• Green army jackets

• Retro running shorts

• Barrel leg jeans

Polka dots

We’re spotting this whimsical print everywhere! Sheer, asymmetric and covered in polka dots, of tops, skirts and dresses ticks all our boxes. Find it at David Jones. Cover yourself in cute neutral polka dots with this from Indigo. The print also comes in a , if your style swings more towards vintage-inspired pieces. Or check out Et Al’s statement . It's a nod to Yayoi Kusama’s art. 

Oversized accessories

Big is better when it comes to accessories. Stash away your tiny sunnies, the silhouette for spring is an oversized aviator. Like Ganni’s in a tortoiseshell frame. Find them at Emporium. Swap your dainty jewellery for chunky pieces like ·¡±ô°ì’s mixed metal . Stack gold and silver sculptural styles up your arm for maximum impact. Dinosaur Designs do in every colour under the sun. Or pick up an eye-catching bead necklace that Marge Simpson would approve of. Like the from Husk. It's made right here in ³Ô¹ÏÍø with semi-precious stones like amber and emerald.

Layered pants and skirts

Make your separates work harder by pairing them in unexpected ways. The proportions of a micro-mini work perfectly for this trend. in Curtin House uses the same suiting fabric for its tailored skirts and pants, they’re literally made for each other. A bit daunted about pulling this one off? The from Saloon Store (also in Curtin House!) comes pre-layered to make it easy to execute. Or wrap a scarf around your waist. Tied asymmetrically, it’ll give a chic holiday vibe. Find in-store at Kinki Gerlinki. Or grab one of ±·²µ²¹±ô¾±â€™s soft and earthy . Each one is printed with designs from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. 

Bold prints

Polka dots aren’t the only starring print this season. Leopard print is so back (if it ever left!) Pull on a pair of the from Kuwaii for a fun animal moment. They have a subtle barrel leg and comfy elastic waist. Stripes are always a good idea and µþú±ô’s yarn-dyed will see you right through to summer. Layer it up now with a denim overshirt. The brand also has a with the most adorable puffy sleeves. For a special occasion you can’t look past Alemais. The large-scale is a no brainer for spring. It’s exclusive to David Jones.

Sheer lace

Delicate and whimsical, lace gets a dash of edge when you keep it sheer. Bec & Bridge’s is divine in ivory with an asymmetric hem. It’s designed to be worn on the low waist and it’s just the right amount of see-through. Oroton’s stunning comes in every style, from bralettes to shirts and tailored shorts. Mix and match the large floral lace pieces for a romantic look. Find both in Emporium. Vintage lovers should visit American Rag, where are in high supply. Bare some skin with the high-necked , available at Incu. Show off your favourite bra, or layer it over a slip dress.

Pastels 

Butter yellow continues to reign supreme this spring. Try a in the colour of the season from Nude Lucy at ³Ô¹ÏÍø Central. Or lean into other sorbet shades like ballerina pink and ice blue. Both are well-represented in Assembly Label’s range of . Think breezy shirts, linen slip dresses and silk skirts. Find Assembly Label at QV ³Ô¹ÏÍø. Go pastel head-to-toe with a pair of baby blue shoes from Bared. Will it be or sweet leather ?

Green army jackets 

The khaki jacket that had a hold on us all through the 2010s is back. Keep it close to the original vision with ³§³Ü±è±ð°ù»å°ù²â’s . It even has the drawstring waist! For a with a cute faux leather collar, visit Anine Bing at QV ³Ô¹ÏÍø. Or put a very-2025 upgrade on the look with a Ganni’s cropped . The detachable frilly collar and gathered sleeves are the perfect antidote to the military tailoring. 

Retro running shorts 

Sports shorts aren’t just for the track. We’ve been seeing the quintessential Adidas three-stripe all over our feeds. Go straight to the source with a bright coloured pair of baggy . Or shop reworked vintage styles. RetroStar has a stacked range of from crop tops to track skirts. But don’t veer too far into activewear. Instead, elevate them with a crisp shirt and loafers or ballet flats to keep it sporty luxe. 

Barrel leg jeans 

If you’re intrigued by the barrel leg trend, head to beloved ³Ô¹ÏÍø label, Alpha60. The have an oversized cocoon silhouette. Viktoria & Woods does a very . Or mix it up with a dash of Western edge at Levi's in ³Ô¹ÏÍø Central. The come in a baggy dad fit. And while this shape may be everywhere right now, the two-tone denim and angled yoke style is one-of-a-kind. Wear your new pair with double denim up top for bonus cool points.