Time to pattern play and pick ’n’ mix, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

For nail art that’s easy to DIY at home, try bold stripes! @allyssapower separated the pastel stripes in this design by adding skinnier gold stripes. Name a better combo than polka dots and florals.

which combines new pastel stripes at a discount. The Women’s Garden Party Ankle Socks, $15, sit lower on the ankle and are available in both a black and white floral pattern. With Bombas ...

The Joules Pure Cotton Striped Half Zip Sweatshirt has a pretty pastel pattern that'll bring some colour to your outfit. The garment is made to an easy regular fit and has a flattering funnel ...

But make no mistake: Although pastel colors aren’t a brand new trend, their outsized presence in spring/summer 2025 runway collections makes them worth putting back on your radar. From downright ...