Top 2025 Streetwear Trends: Freaky Footwear, Sport Shorts & Rugby-Core (What to Wear Now)

If 2024 flirted with sporty style, 2025 made it official. This year’s streetwear is performance-forward, remixing athletic gear with archival cues and luxe details. Think: technical shoes with runway energy, soccer-terrace shorts styled with loafers, and preppy rugby stripes turned subversive. Below is your definitive rundown of what’s hot now—and how to wear it without looking like you tried.

1) Footwear leads the fit (again)

Shoes are the headline. The Q2 2025 Lyst Index shows footwear dominating the “hottest products” list, from expressive loafers to oddball performance silhouettes—evidence that style is still starting from the ground up. Translation: pick a statement shoe and build up. Lyst+1

How to style it

• Anchor clean, boxy tees and relaxed denim with a conversation-starting shoe.

• Keep the palette simple so the footwear does the talking.

2) Mesh trainers = the new everyday flex

Hybrids that blend sheer mesh with athletic tooling are everywhere. They hit the sweet spot between breathable, lightweight, and visually fresh—an easy upgrade if you’re bored of standard runners. Pair them with tailored trousers or airy sets to balance sporty with polished. Who What Wear

How to style it

• Try mesh trainers with pleated trousers and a cropped bomber.

• Socks matter: crisp crew socks keep the look intentional.

3) Terrace & sport shorts are back (and styled smarter)

Adidas Originals’ classic Sprinter Shorts have surged this year, part of a broader spike in “sports shorts” demand. What’s new is the styling: loafers or slim sneakers, boxy tees, and even collegiate knits. The vibe mixes terrace culture with clean minimalism—less gym, more café terrace. Hypebae

How to style it

• Wear sprinter shorts with a heavyweight tee, white socks, and loafers for a modern terrace-core look.

• On cooler days, layer with a varsity cardigan or track jacket.

4) Rugby-core and the new prep remix

Rugby shirts are having a moment—cropped, oversized, or worn as mini-dresses. Expect bold stripes and vintage club colorways. This preppy piece is being flipped with baggy denim, cargos, and chunky footwear for that high–low mashup the algorithm loves. InStyle

How to style it

• Size up a rugby and wear it over jorts or track pants.

• Add a leather tote and sleek shades to elevate it beyond “game day.”

5) Copenhagen cues: stripes, flip-flops, mixed metals, lace accents

Scandi street style set off several micro-trends this season: unapologetically bold stripes, fashion flip-flops (think elevated rubber), mixed gold-and-silver stacks, and lace trims layered into everyday looks. Each adds texture or play to otherwise minimal outfits—perfect for keeping basics interesting. Glamour

How to style it

• Start with a neutral base (black tee, grey cargos) and add one “Copenhagen” twist: striped shirt, lace-trimmed layer, or mixed-metal jewelry.

6) Pastels & pistachio tones (clean color that still pops)

Beyond the monochrome core, pastels—pistachio, sky blue, washed pink—are softening streetwear without losing edge. Use color-blocked tees or light outerwear to freshen your rotation. OVERKILL

How to style it

• Pair a pistachio tee with charcoal cargos and white trainers.

• Layer pastels under black to keep it street, not sweet.

7) Metallics & glossy accents (smart doses only)

Metallic moments—especially silver—continue to surface in fashion trend forecasts. The trick is to treat shine as an accent: a chrome belt, reflective cap, or glossy sneaker detail instantly reads 2025 without overpowering the fit. (Pinterest’s annual trend radar continues to spotlight data-driven fashion themes for the year.) Pinterest

How to style it

• Add one metallic accessory to a matte look (e.g., silver bag + black tee + faded denim).

• Keep silhouettes relaxed so the shine doesn’t skew costume.

8) Sporty shades & flip-flop energy

Wraparound sunglasses and fashion flip-flops have jumped from niche to mainstream, backed by celebrity cosigns and runway nods. Grab streamlined, performance-leaning frames for instant “pro-athlete off-duty” vibes; reserve flip-flops for styled fits, not just beach days. GQGlamour

How to style it

• Wraparounds with a nylon windbreaker and track pants = easy win.

• If wearing flip-flops, keep the rest structured (tailored shorts, boxy shirt).

9) Archival remix: logos, collegiate fonts, varsity energy

Expect more crest motifs, varsity lettering, and sponsor-style layouts this year—collectible but wearable. Keep compositions clean, let negative space breathe, and mix with modern silhouettes (wide-leg denim, cropped bombers) for a current feel. (This dovetails with SS25 street coverage across the fashion blogs.) Hypebeast+1

How to style it

• One bold graphic per outfit; everything else muted.

• Varsity crew + technical sneaker = past meets performance.

10) How to shop 2025 like a pro

• Start at the shoes. Pick a hero pair (mesh trainers, chunky loafers, freaky runners) and keep the rest streamlined. Lyst

• Upgrade your shorts. Terrace-inspired sprinter shorts styled smart = peak 2025. Hypebae

• Add one preppy twist. A rugby shirt or striped knit breaks up athleisure monotony. InStyle

• Finish with future-proof accessories. Wrap shades, mixed metals, one metallic accent. GQPinterest

Bottom line: 2025 streetwear is athletic at its core but polished in execution. Keep silhouettes relaxed, let footwear lead, and season with preppy stripes, terrace shorts, and smart shine. You’ll look current without chasing every micro-trend—and your fits will still slap next season.