As a kid, I was hell-bent on dressing older.

this year, however, fashion seems to be leading in the totally opposite direction.

Its undeniable that fashion has become obsessed with recapturing childlike innocence.

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But why right now?

Perhaps designers are urging us to use their childlike pieces as a kind of defense against the darkness?

Simone Rocha spring 2025

Versace spring 2025

Or…maybe its not that deep!

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Coach spring 2025

Could this sweet new assortment of accessories simply be here to remind us not to take fashion so seriously?

Whichever way you slice it, were leaning into whimsy this spring.

And, bonus for parents: For once, you could try dipping into yourkidswardrobe.

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Chopova Lowena spring 2025

Louis Vuitton spring 2025

Valentino spring 2025

Bottega Veneta spring 2025

Balmain spring 2025

Moschinio spring 2025

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Coach spring 2025

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Simone Rocha spring 2025

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Versace spring 2025

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Louis Vuitton spring 2025

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Valentino spring 2025

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Bottega Veneta spring 2025

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Balmain spring 2025

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Moschinio spring 2025