Maximalists, rejoice! This playful accessories trend is about to be huge

A fresh take on new season dressing

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Gone are the days when maximalist accessories were considered little more than a divisive, hard-to-style add-on... This Spring/Summer 2025 season has firmly cemented that the fashion world is yearning for decidedly bold, whimsical, and playful pieces.

From bubble jewellery to peep-toe heels, whimsical accessories exemplify the 'more is more' aesthetic, and have a unique ability to add an element of the playful to the every day. At Bottega Veneta, they came in the form of crochet flowers and childlike-inspired details, while at Coperni, the Disneyland theme and glass-slipper shoes nodded to childhood innocence.

Bottega Veneta SS25 runway

Bottega Veneta Spring/Summer 2025

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The trend also took an equally joyful approach—albeit with more of a grown-up twist—at Acne Studios, where XL bangles were styled with crochet flats, and ruffled organza necklaces paired with oversized investment handbags.

Acne Studios SS25

Acne Studios Spring/Summer 2025

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Easily adaptable to new-season dressing, whimsical accessories come in all shapes, colours, and textures for endless styling possibilities. Whether you choose to style them all together in one major statement look, or separately to add just a touch of drama to the everyday, there's no wrong approach.

Opt for a ruffled handbag and double-heeled mules alongside your favourite spring dress, and you're all set for the office. Or, pair embellished aviator-style sunglasses with rainbow earrings, wide-leg jeans and a cardigan for an elevated take on a classic spring/summer outfit formula.

Ready to take on this trend? Below, find our expertly picked selection of whimsical accessories to invest in now.

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Sofia Piza
Fashion Writer

Sofia Piza is the Fashion Writer at Marie Claire UK. With extensive experience and a degree in Fashion Journalism, she covers runway trends, shopping picks, celebrity fashion, and industry news.

Throughout her career, Sofia's work has ranged from in-depth interviews with industry experts and high-profile celebrities to creative production for editorial cover shoots and red-carpet coverage. Born in Mexico and raised in five countries, Sofia's multicultural upbringing has fed into her interest in international markets, leading her fashion week coverage across London, Milan, Paris, New York, and Copenhagen.

When she's not sourcing inspiration from social media, you will find Sofia anywhere from a local vintage market to busy central London streets, people watching to make sure she brings you the latest trends, from the best denim pieces to the must-have investment bags- the possibilities are endless.