Perhaps it’s symptomatic of our past fascination with micro trends, but over the past few years, the term “summer” has merely become a bookend adjective to describe a niche aesthetic that seemingly encapsulates our collective mood. Phrases such as “tomato girl summer” and “brat summer” do more than set the scene; they’ve become doctrines for how we should spend the season and dictate the way we dress. (Read: Wearing pops of red and white cotton dresses along the coastline of Sardinia if you’re the former, a strappy tank top, leather mini shorts, and carrying an Aperol Spritz for the latter.)
This year, the balmy months have enjoyed a different kind of frequency—one that’s languid, effortless, and relaxed. Simplicity is in, over-styling is out, meaning that discerning sartorialists are embracing a form of chic minimalism in their summer wardrobes. This shift has seen timeless silhouettes come to the forefront. The rise of capri pants among the Replica Handbags set, drop waist dresses reigning supreme, and the revival of classic pieces, including lace-trimmed satin shorts and polka-dot prints, indicate our refined palettes. But when our looks are pared back, especially compared to the more experimental ensembles we wore previously, how do we inject a sense of playfulness and personality into these elegantly muted outfits? Enter: The key summer accessory trends of 2025.
Style insiders know that the way to amplify a well-put-together silhouette is to add a few strategic elements. The right sunglasses, handbag, jewelry, and shoes can make or break an outfit. Coco Chanel might’ve once said, “Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off,” but when you’re wearing something so polished, the key to achieving an editorial or expensive-looking look is to enhance the foundations with something ornamental.
Like the clothes we’re gravitating too, the key summer accessory trends of 2025 are equally sophisticated. Still, they’re imbued with a sense of romanticism and coastal charm that we expect from our hot-weather wares. From beach shells fastened to cord necklaces to gingham bandanas that bring a touch of Grace Kelly realness to effortless shapes, uncover the seven key summer accessory trends of 2025 ahead.
6 Summer Accessories Trends to Bookmark for 2025
1. Bandanas
Style Notes: If the summer of 2024 was all about embracing your inner Jackie Kennedy or Brigette Bardot in an Old Hollywood esque vintage headscarf, the summer of 2025 is about channelling Audrey Hepburn with a flirty bandana.
Worn by everyone from Sofia Richie Grainge in the South of France to British model on the rise Mia Regan, the trend bridges provincial appeal with a sort of ‘60s ease.
In the last week alone, it’s gone from the grounds of Glastonbury—Gracie Abrams wore one when making her performance debut, styling it with a burgundy Rodarte dress, and more casually when being Charli XCX’s “Apple” girl while strutting around Worthy Farm in a white T-shirt and Adidas trackpants—to the hallways of Versailles as it made an appearance on Jacquemus’s spring 2026 runway. (The French designer revealed this styling choice was an homage to the rustic and rural stylings signature to the region where he grew up.)
But don’t think this is a symbol of contemporary cottagecore. On the contrary, metropolitan women are wearing these headscarves with everything from sharp straight-leg denim to Doên tops. Very Belle in the big city.
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This style has such a Toteme feel to it.
This piece is fittingly called the Sofia, so you can replicate Grainge’s chic French Riviera outfit with ease.
Every stylish person knows that brown and blue is an elite summer color combination, and this paisley print takes the soothing pairing to the next level.
2. Shell Necklaces
Style Notes: Ever since the mainstream caught onto the act of “Birkin-ifying” accessories with trinkets, talismans, and bag charms, we’ve been enamoured with the act of carrying something that we’ve collected on our travels around with us. Shell necklaces are the summer answer to this trend.
Be it memories of gathering shells from childhood holidays to the seaside or a way to bring a beachy touch to elegant outfits, this season is all about improving looks with an aquatic sensation. Pia Mance, the founder of cult jewelry brand Heaven Mayhem, tells me about the success her shell necklaces have enjoyed. After releasing an exclusive collection of necklaces “inspired by the essence of the season—sun, sea, shells and sand” in mid-June, the Australian-born and Los Angeles based designer explains that the styles had “a great response”.
“We sold through 70% of the collection within the first 48 hours and now have around 10% left of stock,” Mance adds. The reason why shell necklaces are trending? “They're fun, laid-back, and do a lot of the heavy lifting when putting together an outfit! Adding a [shell] necklace to a simple outfit is the perfect summer accessory.”
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With a name derived from a small town tucked into the Amalfi Coast, this stunning necklace from New York-based accessory brand Jennifer Behr is the most premium version of the trend that I’ve ever seen. This style should be at the top of everyone’s wish list.
The elegant ribbon addition reminds me of the elegant Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co. rock crystal bean pendant necklace that Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Elsa Hosk both wear on a regular basis.
If the shell motif is too sculptural, try a subtler take on the trend with a mother-of-pearl choker.
3. Scarf Belts
Style Notes: There are times when less is more, and others when the limited number of pieces you wear needs to be zhuzhed slightly to make more of an impact. The belt scarf accessory trend is one such occasion. When wearing a plain shirt and cuffed jeans, fashioning the silk fabric around your waist creates the illusion that you poured more time and effort into looking classy than you actually did. Best of all, it helps turn any shirt or dress into a waisted style as it contours to your body, making it a great reprieve for the shapeless winter warmers we adorn for the majority of the year.
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Bode’s heritage-inspired design makes this scarf feel like an heirloom in the making.
A fun print to make a breezy summer outfit more interesting.
The pink gradient is a nice pop of color.
4. Woven Leather Bags
Style Notes: In years past, the first sign of sun would’ve had us running to wear our Loewe basket tote bag or Jacquemus Le Panier Soleil palm-leaf tote bag. While there is no denying the endless appeal of a raffia carry-all, we’re gravitating towards another entwined style for 2025. Indeed, woven leather bags have usurped straw designs as the summer bag to wield. They're a symbol of luxury and craftsmanship, and adding this accessory will instantly make you look more opulent, thanks to the enduring sophistication embedded into the material and braided make.
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This entire outfit proves exactly why woven leather bags have become one of the leading summer accessory trends for 2025.
This piece is handmade by artisans and inspired by the basket bags that litter French markets.
While we typically see woven leather bags rendered in larger basket and shopping shapes, this petite shoulder version from St. Agni proves you don’t always have to opt for a ludicrously capacious size to achieve the same effect.
5. Raffia Hats
Style Notes: Last summer was a baseball cap summer, with everyone from Hailey Bieber to Kaia Gerber strolling around town in this boyish hat style. While it’s a great way to pledge allegiance to your favorite sports team, there is something a little Kendall Roy about wearing it out and about, especially when paired with tailored pieces. We here atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing believe that any sun protection is better than none, so while there will always be a place for this style, you can make your looks feel a little more modern by switching it out for a straw bucket hat. Just heed the style advice from another Kendall, Kendall Jenner, that is, for proof why these hats are far more premium-looking.
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The smaller brim is more versatile, making it suitable for beautiful embroidered tops and simple minidresses alike.
This dark hue would look so chic with tailored trousers with pleated legs or a paper-bag waistline.
I love how the zigzag pattern reminds me of the early 2000s.
6. Jelly Flip-Flops
Style Notes: From the beaches of Sydney to the streets of Manhattan and the markets of Malibu, the one shoe trend that’s set to define the summer of 2025 is jelly flip-flops. This footwear style has always been a marker of minimalism (The Row makes a great case for why you should wear flip-flops and open toes with blazers, shorts, shirts, and tailored trousers), but for this year, they’ve been given a sweet twist. Jelly sandals not only hark back to the titular sea animal, but also remind us of the sickly lolly pops and candy we’d eat as a kid on a coastal vacation, making them the ideal summer twist to inject the codes of the season into your look.
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This piece is one of the It sandals of 2025.
Fashion people can’t get enough of this lollipop-like pair from Ancient Greek Sandals.
A neutral tone will work with a wide variety of looks.
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