7 Ageless Trends That Are Guaranteed to Elevate Your 2025 Capsule Wardrobe

Trends come and go, and although they're not inherently attached to one specific age group — some get tied to specific generations. This makes it tough when your aim is simply to have fun with getting dressed and feel like yourself in your clothes. Our team at Who What Wear strongly believes that everyone can wear whatever they love, regardless of age. However, there are a few trends that make this feel easier.

Whether it's a specific colour, unique texture or a certain cut of denim, there are some ageless trends that know no bounds and transcend age — which is how we think all fashion should be. We can learn a lot from how different folks dress, taking hints from Gen Z's trend interpretation skills or picking up clues from the learned wisdom and sophistication that women over 50 have nailed.

I say that the old adage about dressing your age can see itself out. Still, if some trends make you feel less like yourself, the following seven trends for every age are concrete go-tos. From warm brown shades to straight-cut jeans, these will work in any wardrobe and stand the test of time.

7 Trends to Try No Matter Your Age

1. Straight-Cut Jeans

Style Notes: As we rotate through looser jeans and tighter trousers styles, straight-cut jeans are one trend that came, stayed and proved to be a perfect staple across generations. Their silhouette makes them nearly effortless to style no matter what your tastes are and regardless of season. Hannah pairing it with a trench is a perfect example of how to wear these.

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2. Cocoa Brown

Style Notes: As one of the trendiest colours of the last year or so, cocoa brown is one warm shade that looks good on everyone. There are so many ways you can work it into your outfit, but we love how Grece embraced it in the form of a suede jacket. Because it's a neutral, brown is a perfect shade for foundational pieces in your closet.

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3. Pleated Skirts

Style Notes: Something about the pleat texture feels sophisticated and interesting at the same time—and it's one trend that's certainly having a renaissance. Lucky for everyone, this style of skirt doesn't feel beholden to one age group. Rather it works whether you prefer loose, flowing blouses, structured tops or cropped vests. Just take it from Franny's perfect combination.

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4. Relaxed Jumpers

Style Notes: No matter if you're in your 50s or 20s, if you're invested in a great wardrobe a relaxed jumper is a must for your capsule. The roomier fit of this particular knitwear style leaves plenty of room for creative styling. If you're stuck for ideas, copy Renia's tucked-in look, which feels modern and effortless.

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5. Large Totes

Style Notes: Although they're trendy now, you could argue that large totes are a timeless staple. It helps that these extra-large bags tend to be big every couple of years, meaning that all generations have their own version of this trend. Plus, they're easy to incorporate no matter what stage of life you're at, and they can adapt with you as your style evolves. I love how Grace styled hers, giving structure to a fluid and flowy outfit.

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6. Double Denim

Style Notes: I will never not tout the power of a double-denim look. You can translate this material in so many ways, whether you lean on a denim shirt and wide-leg trousers or opt for a waistcoat and midi skirt. I adore how elevated Jill's styling of this trend is, as she's added another trend (barrel jeans) into the mix and made it feel polished with heeled mules.

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7. Leather Trench

Style Notes: Don't overlook the power of a leather trench coat, as Anne-Victoire proves it can speak volumes when thrown over top of your usual uniform — especially when it combines a bonus colour trend.

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