End summer in style: 5 fashion trends to wear in August 2025
What to wear in August (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
August 2025 brings fashionable choices that combine comfort and style. This month, the trend includes lightweight fabrics, bright accents, and unconventional silhouettes.
Capri pants
The 2000s revival continues, and capri pants are a vivid confirmation of that. These mid-calf cropped trousers are back in fashion, especially in tight or sporty cuts.
White capris (photo: instagram.com/styledsara)
What to wear them with:
- Oversized blazer + pumps or heeled mules
- Cropped top or tie-front shirt
- Sporty tank top + ballet flats or sneakers
Tip: Choose solid-color or leather pants for a more refined look.
Capris are a trend for summer and fall 2025 (photo: instagram.com/littleblackboots)
Chunky bracelets
Costume jewelry is once again a statement, not just a background detail. Chunky bracelets, especially in gold, pair well with minimalist clothing and highlight the wrist.
What to wear them with:
- A simple sheath dress or jumpsuit
- A total look in neutral shades (white, black, beige)
- Shirt with rolled-up sleeves + jeans
Tip: Wear two or three bracelets on one wrist; layering adds impact.
Chunky bracelets are in fashion (photo: instagram.com/ingridedvinsen)
Polka dot print
In 2025, retro is at its peak again. Polka dots—especially large or asymmetric—add a touch of romance and vintage chic. Popular in black and white or high-contrast combinations (red/white, blue/white).
Skirt with polka dot print (photo: instagram.com/annelauremais)
What to wear it with:
- Polka dot skirt + white T-shirt + sandals
- Polka dot dress + platform shoes or mules
- Printed top + cargo jeans
Tip: Avoid a fully vintage look to keep it from appearing staged. Modern shoes and accessories will save the outfit.
Polka dots in summer 2025 trends (photo: instagram.com/emmaleger)
Scarf as a belt
A trend that looks simple but adds a twist to your outfit. Wear a silk or cotton scarf instead of a belt with jeans, a skirt, or even over a dress.
Trendy trick for summer 2025 (photo: instagram.com/amaka.hamelijnck)
What to wear it with:
- High-waisted jeans + white shirt
- Summer dress + scarf instead of a belt + sandals
- Midi skirt + tank top + scarf at the hips
Tip: Choose a bright print or a monochrome one that matches your shoes or bag.
Silk scarf is the season's trend (photo: instagram.com/chrystelleeriksberger)
Aladdin pants
Comfort + style = key trend of the season. Loose, flowy pants made of lightweight fabrics emphasize a relaxed silhouette and are perfect for the heat.
What to wear them with:
- Cropped top + sandals or slides
- Minimalist vest or bandeau
- Thin belt + crossbody bag
Tip: Add large earrings or a bracelet to balance the volume on the lower half of the outfit.
Aladdin pants are at the peak of popularity this summer (photo: instagram.com/johannalager)
Previously, we reported that Madonna appeared in a dress by a Ukrainian brand.
Sources: Who What Wear, and Instagram of fashion bloggers: Sara Walker, JILL WALLACE, Ingrid Fagerli Edvinsen, Adenorah, Emma Rose, AMAKA, Chrystelle Eriksberger, Johanna Lager
