The Colours of Summer 2025: From Vibrant Pops to Soft Pastels – News18
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From bold jewel tones to soft pastels, Summer 2025 is all about striking the perfect balance between vibrant pops of color and timeless neutrals for effortlessly chic style.
Summer 2025 is all about embracing vibrant hues, softer pastels, and statement prints that seamlessly transition from day to evening. (In frame: Diana Penty was styled by celebrity fashion stylist Namita Alexander.)
As temperatures rise, so does our love for fresh, mood-boosting colors. Summer 2025 is all about embracing vibrant hues, softer pastels, and statement prints that seamlessly transition from day to evening. Leading fashion voices weigh in on the shades set to dominate the season, offering their insights on how to style them effortlessly.
Bold and Bright: Make a Statement
Devangi Nishar Parekh, Managing Director, Aza Fashions, believes summer is the perfect time to go bold with color. “Think fiery reds, electric blues, and sunshine yellows—colors that instantly uplift your mood and style. Whether it’s a statement dress, a chic co-ord set, or playful accessories, bold hues add a fresh, dynamic touch to any look.”
To truly stand out, she suggests experimenting with color blocking, vibrant embroidery, and striking prints. “Fashion is a form of self-expression, and what better way to celebrate summer than with a burst of color?” she adds. This season, don’t shy away from making an impact with head-turning shades.
Emeralds, Aquas, and Citrus Pops
For Anjali Patel Mehta, Founder, Designer, and Creative Director, Verandah, summer calls for an elegant yet striking palette. “I’m partial to greens, from emerald and jewel tones to a brighter Kermit green to make a statement. It works well into the evenings and is a great color to transition into the night.”
Mehta also highlights the charm of citrus hues and aqua tones. “Pinks, from blush to fuchsia, can elevate your look, while a crisp Clementine shade adds an instant refresh. Aqua is another favorite—it’s fresh, summery, and works across all skin tones.” She recommends pairing solid pops of color with larger-than-life florals and motifs in print for an effortless yet chic ensemble.
Soft Pastels and Timeless Neutrals
While vibrant colors make a statement, softer shades are set to become summer’s most-loved hues, according to Stuti Dhanuka, Founder of Terra Luna. “This summer, I am seeing a lot of softer colors becoming hot favorites. Sunrise pink, a softer take on Barbie pink, is much easier to style and pairs beautifully with golds and whites.”
Dhanuka also predicts the rise of Matcha green—a softer version of olive. “It’s refreshing and reminds us of nature, something we don’t always get in the city. You can style it effortlessly with denim or accent it with bright yellow.”
Blues continue to hold their ground as summer staples. “Apart from classic denims, powder blue and icy blue bring a cool, refreshing feel to any outfit. You can contrast them with brown or pink or keep them chic with whites.”
For those who love neutrals, Dhanuka recommends ivory. “It’s not quite white, not quite yellow, but a perfect balance. It pairs beautifully with statement prints or can be worn head-to-toe with a bold fuchsia or metallic accessory for an elegant pop.”
Summer 2025: A Perfect Balance of Color
From bold jewel tones to soft pastels, this season is all about balance—mixing statement hues with timeless neutrals to create effortlessly chic looks. Whether you gravitate toward the vibrancy of Clementine and electric blue or the subtle elegance of powder pink and ivory, Summer 2025’s color palette offers something for everyone. So go ahead, experiment, and let your wardrobe be the canvas for a stylish, color-filled season!
