Pinterest Told ME to Wear This
“Pinterest Told Me to Wear This” — Spring ’25 Starter Pack
If you’re like me, you open Pinterest for “just five minutes” and log off with an entirely new identity. Right now, it’s telling me to wear ballet flats with ruffled skirts, layer every necklace I own, and treat capris like they’re the main character again. Here’s what’s actually trending and how people are making it look effortlessly cool.
1. Black Capris & Kitten Heels? Actually, So Chic.
Don’t panic—yes, the Black Capris are back, but not in a Y2K gym-class way. These are fitted, slightly flared, or split-hem styles paired with delicate kitten heels or slingbacks. Think: old-money European summer meets your middle school dance outfit. Add a fitted tank (extra points if it’s boatneck and pile on the accessories—we’re talking layered necklaces and bracelets, and headbands.
Pinterest Pairings:
- A claw clip and a lip gloss
- slim rectangle sunglasses
- Mini handbag with metal hardware
2. Oversized Linen Dresses & Big Boots
The formula is simple: take a slightly oversized linen or cotton dress, then ground it with heavy, stompy boots. I am seeing rubber rain boots, Frye boots and really every chunky fall boot from last year. The result is peak “coquette moves to the woods” energy. This combo is getting major traction because it mixes softness and strength—like you could pick wildflowers and fight off a bear on the same day.
Pro tip: If the dress has puff sleeves or smocking, even better.
3. Boy Shorts & Flowy Tank Tops
This one’s for the trying-but-not-trying crowd. Picture low-rise or mid-rise boxer-style shorts, -Levi’s has been killing the shorts game in trends the last few years, paired with an airy tank top that looks like it used to be lingerie. These looks are being worn with tube socks and ballet flats or vintage sneakers, and they scream clean girl meets skater boyfriend’s closet.
Add-ons:
- Over-ear headphones
- Glass of iced coffee as a permanent accessory
- Tiny tote bag
4. Ruffles, Ballet Flats & Fancy Tanks
The unexpected it girl uniform right now? Ballet flats, an elegant tank top (silky, lacy, or drapey), and a tiny ruffled skirt. It’s giving early 2000s runway meets café-core. You look like you might be going to a gallery or crying on the subway. Bonus points if everything is some shade of cream, baby pink, or navy.
Finish it off with:
- A stack of vintage rings
- A bow in your hair
- A little cardigan
I really like these spring trends. I think they also would pair really well if you scrambled these clothing combinations. These trends are really versatile this year and it's nice to see so many trending items from last summer on my Pinterest feed.
