Fashion People Agree—The Grey Suit Trend is Key for Spring 2025

One of my favourite things about working in fashion is feeling completely in sync with the rhythm of seasonal trends. Understanding how, why and which trends are emerging—before they fully take off—feels like being in on a secret. Over time, I’ve realised that the trends I’m most drawn to are the ones that subtly expand on a classic look, breathing fresh energy into something timeless. Enter: the grey suit trend.

A quieter, less predictable alternative to navy or black, grey suiting offers a balance that feels just right for right now. While darker tones can sometimes feel heavy or overly formal, grey brings a sense of lightness and ease to formal tailoring at this moment, when we’re on the precipice of spring.

At first, it was a whisper of a trend, subtly appearing in fashion circles, but now? Grey suiting feels like it’s everywhere. It dominated the streets of New York Fashion Week earlier this month, styled in ways that proved its versatility—cool grey blazers paired with tonal skirts, layered over playful jorts, or worn as full, floor-grazing trouser sets. As long as it matches, it fits under the modern suiting category.

No longer confined to corporate settings, the trend is set to be one of spring’s most important trends. A hero look across Saint Laurent’s spring/summer 2025 runway—that featured a healthy dose of grey suiting amongst deeper hues—the powerful two-piece champions sleek detailing and structured design—two qualities that culminate on an elegant form.

Complimenting the season’s move towards a softer, lighter colour palette, this emerging outfit trend is something you’re going to see a lot of this spring—and not just by way of street style. Already on Instagram, I’m seeing stylish people sport looks of all grey already, meaning its only a matter of time before it becomes commonplace day to day.