The catwalks have spoken and whether it's Chanel's baby blue skirt suits to Stella McCartney's cornflower shirting, there's no denying that the 2025 spring/summer collections are brimming with soft blue hues. Showcasing a colour story fitting for the shift towards spring, a season synonymous with pastels, designers focused on joyful light blue tones that mark a clear step away from last season's moodier tones. So, now that we already know light blue is set to be one of 2025's chicest colour trends, let's think about how we actually wear the shade.
Stella McCartney.
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Which colours you pair with pale blue is crucial in determining whether it looks youthful or sophisticated. When styled with other pastel tones, for example, it can sometimes come across as slightly juvenile and, dare I say, obvious. But with rich neutrals and bold, complementary colours in the mix, it can look elegant, polished and premium. No need to take my word for it, though—I've rounded up seven chic examples, modelled by SS25 Fashion Week attendees in Paris and London. As you'll see, these colour combinations achieve the rare balance of being both eye-catching and wearable, making them ideal for the season ahead.
Chanel,
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Scroll on to see the best colours to wear with light blue, plus key pieces to help you pull off this trend in time for spring 2025.
The 7 Best Colours to Wear With Light Blue This Spring:
1. Beige
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Style Notes: Beige is far from boring; it's the ultimate foundational shade that allows other colours to pop. Worn with light blue, the result is effortlessly chic.
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Funnel-Neck Trench Coat
This beauty has just landed, and I don't expect it to stick around for long.
A stunning, high-quality addition to your 2025 wardrobe.
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Ali Wide Chino Trousers
Chinos are set to be big this year. Watch this space.
Omnes
Clementine Jumper in Blue
Made from recycled materials.
2. Yellow
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Style Notes: For now, ignore my advice not to double down on pastels, because butter yellow and baby blue is a clear exception to the rule. That said, deep mustard shades also work well as a higher contrast alternative.
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FARM RIO
Appliquéd Linen Midi Dress
Come summer, you'll live in this pretty midi.
Polène
Numéro Dix - Crocodile Nubuck Polar
Polène's IG-famous shoulder bag now comes in blue.
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Alpaca-Blend Knitted Cardigan
I can already tell how soft this is.
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Remi Satin Maxi Skirt
Act fast and get it while it's on sale.
3. Tan
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Style Notes: Blue and tan is a chic combination that works whatever the season. For these final months of winter, I'll be combining rich, warm brown leather with icy blue for a stylish finish.
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Whistles
Chocolate Cady Leather Pocket Overshirt
Toss this overshirt on and watch your outfit become ten times better.
H&M
Ribbed Modal-Blend T-Shirt
The embroidery is a cute detail.
SAINT LAURENT
Le 5 à 7 Supple Large Leather Shoulder Bag
An investment your everyday outfits will thank you for.
It was love at first sight when I came across this cardi.
4. White
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Style Notes: As we transition to lighter, brighter palettes, white will reclaim its place as a staple shade. Blue and white isn't just for summer—dusty tones add a touch of luxury that works beautifully year-round.
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Arket
Relaxed-Fit Poplin Shirt
Everyone could do with a hard-working shirt like this.
free-est
Onda Drop-Waist Tube Midi
I can think of so many ways to wear this, for both day and evening.
H&M
Ribbed Modal-Blend Top
Stock up on basics for the new season.
5. Red
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Style Notes: Feeling adventurous? Dial up the saturation and offset your light blue pieces with a bold splash a red. I expect to see this pairing constantly as we move into spring.
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MANGO
High Waist Straight Jeans
The bib detail elevates this otherwise simple design.
Influencers love this cardigan.
Mango
Begur Linen Trousers
It doesn't get comfier than slouchy linen trousers.
6. Black
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Style Notes: This might seem like a cheat—black goes with everything, after all—but there's something about the softness of baby blue juxtaposed with the harshness of pitch black that works in perfect harmony.
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COS
Relaxed Twill Wide-Leg Trousers
The best wide-leg trousers on the high street, hands down.
CHLOÉ
Ribbed Open-Knit Wool Polo Shirt
This is the ideal winter-to-spring knit.
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Pointed-Toe Knee-High Boots
These boots will complement every outfit.
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The Classic: Fine Brushed, Dusty Blue
I love how fluid this silhouette is.
7. Silver
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Style Notes: With a new year comes a fresh batch of weddings, and I've already planned my first outfit: a baby blue dress with silver accessories. Thanks to the above LFW attendee for the inspiration.
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COS
Cove Clutch - Leather
This is the perfect size for a clutch, if you ask me.
Reformation
Cambria Knit Two Piece
MANGO
Metallic Straight-Fit Trousers
Expect compliments whenever you wear these.
MANGO
Boat Neck Ribbed Sweater=
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Saylor Cashmere Blend V-Neck
THIERRY COLSON
Teresa Pintucked Cotton and Silk-Blend Voile Turtleneck Blouse
DÔEN
Quinn Tie-Detailed Shirred Striped Organic Cotton-Poplin Midi Dress
Mint Velvet
Blue Linen Belted Trousers
AMERICAN VINTAGE
Vitow Alpaca-Blend Cardigan
BOTTEGA VENETA
Mini Wallace Intrecciato Leather Shoulder Bag
Reformation
Phillipa Linen Dress
CHLOÉ
Silk-Trimmed Ribbed Wool Sweater
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Alpaca-Blend Knitted Top
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