The Summer Trend Report: Pieces to Buy Now

July 24, 2025
BY Alice-Rose Perry

Long sunny days, golden hours, and extra-pink sunsets… With this much daylight, there’s only one thing to do: change outfits. Often.

Now that summer has officially hard-launched, we’ve pulled the freshest trend intel from Borderfree brands to curate your global style guide. From Ibiza-infused sequins in your daily rotation to cooling off with bohemian raffia accessories, no look is left unturned in this global edit…

Long sunny days, golden hours, and extra-pink sunsets… With this much daylight, there’s only one thing to do: change outfits. Often. Now that summer has officially hard-launched, we’ve pulled the freshest trend intel from Borderfree brands to curate your global style guide. From Ibiza-infused sequins in your daily rotation to cooling off with bohemian raffia accessories, no look is left unturned in this global edit…

Daily Decadence

Forget the ginger shot, this is your daily boost. We’re all-in on Ibiza energy with a closet full of contemporary sparklers. Think 3D embellishments and liquid sequins, lighting up simple, classic silhouettes (tank tops, shirts, sweats, etc). Styling rule: they should be able to hear you before they see you, thanks to the sound of rustling sequins

Woven Delights

The technique might be complex, but our feelings for raffia are simple: love. Signaling effortless bohemian ease, this is the *it* texture for your seasonal accessories. So, don’t fight the heatwave: take a slow stroll with crafty, artisan treats in natural shades of vanilla and caramel. After all, who would rush in raffia?

Ocean Treasures

“Mermaidcore” continues with deep-sea delights (no scuba license required). Mystical, organic, and effortlessly chic: ocean-inspired jewelry is this season’s pearl. Channel your inner siren with shell silhouettes, dreamy pastels, and baroque pearls aplenty.

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White Dresses

Minimalism: summer edition. After a near white-out on the SS25 catwalks, the all-white dress is having its moment. From crisp, structured silhouettes to breezy broderie anglaise, there’s a fresh white dress for every style (and every sun-soaked occasion).

Yeehaw, Cowboy

Call it the Beyoncé Cowboy Carter effect. Western aesthetics are saddling up for summer, bringing a little Southern comfort to your rotation. This trend is all about that intuitive, ‘ready to hit the road’ look: think thrown-on paisley prints, wide-brimmed hats, and tapestry-inspired palettes to (cowboy) boot.

Playful Polka Dots

Part nostalgic, part grown-up: polka dots are for life, not just childhood. This season, expect elegant silhouettes with a dash of va-va-voom, inspired by ’50s patterns that are both playful and ladylike. After all, you’re never too old to have fun (or play dress-up).

Bohemian Knits

Artful colors, expressive layers, and artisan craft: when it comes to your closet, creativity is running the show. This season, trending crochet and knit textures create a worldly, free-spirited aesthetic that’s both gallery-worthy and effortlessly cool.