Spring may be taking its time, but it's on the cusp—teasing us starved Chicagoans who long for the treasured sun upon our faces. And when it arrives, you’ll want to be ready to show off your summer persona. Get set to sport the latest trends, ensuring that the styles and colors you choose enhance and complement your unique brand of beauty.
Each season introduces its signature "It" pieces—those must-have items that define the essence of the season and drive fashion enthusiasts to a frenzy. For Spring 2025, let’s explore a few standout categories, from casual shoes to covetable sandals and designer handbags crafted from raffia and other woven fabrics, with offerings from Bottega Veneta to Yves Saint Laurent. Owning a few of these key pieces allows you to mix them with last year’s favorites and stay effortlessly trendy in 2025.
Spring 2025 Must-Haves
Shoes and SandalsBlack Mules: Jacquemus knotted leather wedge mulesWhite Mules: Alaïa wedge thong mulesRed Sandals: The Row Vika ankle-strap kitten heelsWhite Pumps: Toteme crinkled-leather sandalsSand-Tone Sandals: Khaite Loop kitten-heel sandalsSnake-Skin Sandals: Aeyde Wilma snake-effect leather sandalsGold Flat Sandals: Saint Laurent Babylone metallic leather sandalsPink Flat Clogs: Miu Miu patent leather clogsBlack Studded Sandals: Khaite Boden sandals
Flats Alaïa: Golden ballet flatsKhaite: White Billy loafersAlaïa: Mesh ballet flatsTory Burch: Patos black mesh flats
HandbagsSaint Laurent: Icare woven toteChloé: Summer Banana raffia tote
With these essential pieces, you'll be set to step into Spring 2025 with style and confidence. Happy shopping!