SUEDE definitely had a moment last season, and it seems this luxury trend is here to stay!
It can be an investment but, with the high street on board, there are some great pieces that won’t blow your budget.
And with an impressive 7 million Google searches recorded in the last 30 days alone, it’s clear this trend will remain a key feature for spring.
Not only does suede elevate an outfit by adding an instant touch of luxury, but the rich, high-quality fabric is also versatile and pairs beautifully with everything, from denim to crisp whites and cool neutrals.
If you haven’t yet incorporated suede into your wardrobe, or you’re on the lookout for fresh pieces to elevate your spring outfits, now is the perfect time to embrace this timeless fabric.
With so many options available on the high street, it can be challenging to determine which pieces are worth investing in, so our fashion experts have picked out their top buys, including some real bargains!
Emily Regan, 25, Fashion Assistant
Embrace the suede trend with accessories and choose lighter tones for spring[/caption]
- Cropped trench, £90, Abercrombie & Fitch – BUY NOW
- Polo jumper, £29.99, Reserved – BUY NOW
- Jeans, £34.99, New Look – BUY NOW
- Bag, £59.99, Mango – BUY NOW
- Boots, £37.99, H&M – BUY NOW
Last season, my suede jacket became a wardrobe staple, but it was so popular it sold out quickly.
Thankfully, high-street stores have caught on and there are now plenty of new-season suede pieces available.
If you’re looking to embrace suede this spring, I highly recommend starting with accessories.
I’ve been carrying a suede bag everywhere – it adds a luxurious touch to any outfit – and this one from Mango is the perfect size for fitting all my essentials.
I’m also on the hunt for a pair of lighter suede boots to transition into the warmer weather.
Thankfully, this pair from H&M are the perfect height for all-day comfort.
Clemmie Fieldsend, 34, Fashion Editor
Clemmie is embracing suede trousers[/caption]
- Cardigan, £18.99, H&M – BUY NOW
- Jacket, £95, COS – BUY NOW
- Trousers, £149, Zara – BUY NOW
- Neck tie, £12.99, Reserved – BUY NOW
- Trainers, £64.99, H&M – BUY NOW
As much as I love my suede jacket, I’m branching out into trousers.
This pair from Zara are the perfect chocolate colour, and I love the classic straight leg as it never goes out of style.
Suede trousers are more versatile than a jacket, because when I get to work or I’m out for dinner, I always take my jacket off, then the look is ruined.
But I won’t be taking my trousers off!
As a welcome break from jeans, they’ll slip into my wardrobe and are great paired with day-to-day looks like this go-to grey cardi and trainers.
I’m also loving these new H&M trainers, which are a brilliant dupe of the £150 Mexico 66 Onitsuka Tiger trainers.
Tracey Lea Sayer, 53, Fashion Director
Tracey is obsessed with this cropped jacket from Mango[/caption]
- Top, £45, COS – BUY NOW
- Jacket, £229.99, Mango – BUY NOW
- Trousers, £35, Marks & Spencer – BUY NOW
- Bag, £130, Autograph at Marks & Spencer – BUY NOW
- Scarf, £49, Toast – BUY NOW
- Shoes, £169, Isabel Bernard – BUY NOW
Suede has never gone out of fashion.
This soft luxurious fabric brings an expensive touch to any outfit without being brash or flashy.
I love pairing suede with either slouchy denim or crisp whites, because a suede jacket is the perfect item to either dress down or smarten up.
I always think there is something very European about wearing suede, so I have given my look a French spin with a Breton striped top and neck scarf, plus these super-cute three-tone loafers from Parisian brand Isabel Bernard – j’adore!
OUR BEST BUYS
Save over £790 with this designer dupe from Next[/caption]
These trainers from Next have been doing the rounds on social media due to their striking resemblance to the New Balance X Miu Miu 530s.
They’re made from real suede and come with orange and white laces, plus we’ve tested them and can confirm they’re super-comfortable.
If the tan colour feels too bold, they’re also available in a stylish off-white and black option.
Get the look for half the price with this faux suede blazer from River Island[/caption]
When the trend for suede blazers made a comeback on the high street last season, this H&M style flew off the shelves, quickly becoming the must-have item of A/W ’24.
As expected, other high-street brands have now jumped on the bandwagon, and now there are plenty of options, although some come with a hefty price tag.
This faux-suede blazer from River Island offers the perfect length and a vibrant shade ideal for spring, making it one of our top picks.
This bag is from Primark – we couldn’t believe it either!
A similar style from Marks & Spencer has sold out multiple times in recent months, but now you don’t need to wait.
Just run to your local Primark instead.
It’s the perfect size, making it a great option as a work bag that can easily fit a laptop and it’s £100 cheaper than the one from Marks & Spencer – a win-win in our eyes.
This fringe jacket will see you through spring and into festival season[/caption]
Fringing is also everywhere at the moment and set to be huge for spring/summer this year.
Stay ahead of the trend with this tassel jacket from New Look.
At under £60, it’s an affordable find that will carry you through spring.
It’s a fantastic layering piece that adds interest to a casual outfit and will be ideal for the summer festival season, too.
This faux-suede dress is giving designer vibes on a budget[/caption]
The buckle details on this dress are screaming Gucci and we’re utterly obsessed.
The darker suede tone makes any piece look expensive.
It’s incredibly versatile, too – you can pair it with pretty pastels and cowboy boots for a fresh spring look, or wear it over a polo-neck with tights on colder days.
Hottest fashion trends of 2025
Fabulous’ Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend shares the biggest trends from the high street.
The East/West Bag
Baguette bags have had a good run, after returning from the 1990s’ shoulders of Sarah Jessica Parker to modern-day fashion icons, like Hailey Bieber.
In 2025, the East/West bag is a similar but elongated shape and has long, thin straps that are easy to throw over your shoulder.
They’ve been on runway models’ arms at nearly ever designer show – think Burberry, Givenchy and Bottega Veneta – and are hitting the high street now, too.
Powder pink
Bright fuchsia pink had its day after the release of Barbie in 2023 and now the more polished and expensive-looking pale shade is taking over for 2025.
Pantone may say that it’s the year of Mocha Mousse, but the catwalks say otherwise! From Prada to Erdem, the subtle look was all over the spring/summer catwalks, worn head-to-toe or on its own.
If the sugary shade is too girly for you, then look to sharp suiting for a androgynous take on the colour.
The shell jacket
The ’80s classic is back, but with a sleek and minimal new twist for 2025.
We all know we’re likely to see rain for most of spring, so your practical coat of choice should be a cagoule jacket.
Depop revealed one of its big trend predictions for this year is retro sportswear, with surges already seen in ‘80s windbreakers’.
Seen everywhere from the stylish streets of Copenhagen to the Miu Miu catwalk, now mums who have an emergency raincoat crumpled underneath their pushchair are very much in fashion!
The turn-up jeans
While the shape of jeans remains the same for this year and barrel-legs will still be everywhere, the way we’re styling them is different.
This season, transform your wide-leg, baggy denims into turn-ups.
For this look, size doesn’t matter, so while deep turn-ups are a hit from jean trend-leaders Citizens of Humanity, a slight fold is still just as good – but only as it’s just one single fold.
Peep-toe shoe
Get your pedicures booked in sharpish, as this season your toes are the main event.
After a long hiatus, the peep-toe has been welcomed back into the fashion fold, with brands like Hermes, Miu Miu and Tory Burch showing plain and embellished footwear in this style.
From mules to pumps and clogs (yes, clogs will be around too!), there are lots of different styles that are set to sweep the high street.
Sheer blouses
See-through looks have always lived on the catwalk, but have rarely filtered into everyday life – until now.
Designers Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford loved sheer looks on their S/S ’25 catwalks and M&S even had sellout success with its black sheer pencil skirt last season.
Expect to see more sheer looks lining supermarket aisles and high street shops in the form of skirts, tops and frocks.
