When summer calls, one colour reigns. All over the internet and your social media feeds, celebrities appear in droves, decked out in this unwavering hue. Between photo dumps of themselves and paparazzi shots of them out and about, you’ll see them make this colour the official colour of the season—be it whether it’s for an official appearance or simply a day by the beach. Simply put; they don’t call it summer whites for no reason.
2025 is no different—the It girls have made it loud and clear. Think Sabrina Carpenter’s matching summer sets to Dua Lipa’s recent photo dump of her Italian summer sojourn through Palermo with partner Callum Turner (her man kept to the theme in a white polo too!). Earlier during the tennis season, courtside attendees also abided by the player’s rules: of Wimbledon whites. Nicole Kidman was the very picture of quiet luxury in menswear suiting from Brunello Cucinelli, Keira Knightley looked effortlessly chic in a breezy Chanel ensemble, and Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro hard-launched their relationship, perfectly colour-coordinated.
To suit the summer mood, babydoll dresses have seen an uptick too. Floral-adorned frocks are a surefire favourite too—as seen on the likes of the lovable Sana of Twice. And if it’s swimwear cover-ups you’re looking for, Kylie Jenner could give a masterclass in the brief. So they’re all serving up inspiration—for every manner of occasion. With a wealth of styling options for wearing your summer whites, we can’t help but cop the mood. Below, a celebrity-approved guide to acing the ultimate summer hue.
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Sheer solicitations: Rosé
Keep it sheer, light and casual with some denim à la Rosé.
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Two-piece wonders: Keira Knightley
Courtside chic has never looked better. In breezy, easy sets that are polished, yet relaxed.
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Boho drama: Dua Lipa
Boho summer is the way to go. Dua Lipa’s trick? Chunky, bold accessories.
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Floral frocks: Sana of Twice
Sana’s a babygirl with her floral mini and a pop of butter yellow—the other hue of the season.
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Preppy casual: Becky Armstrong
Becky Armstrong opts for the all time layering trick: a shirt tied over a casual white tank.
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Suit up, darling: Nicole Kidman
Mannish suiting, as per Nicole Kidman. From the boardroom to your European summer of your dreams.
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Seaside lounging: Kylie Jenner
Seaside living on your mind? Kylie Jenner embodies it best with a bubble skirt cover-up and some slip-on thongs.
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Maximum impact: Aya Nakamura
When in doubt, don the bridal-esque look. Of full white dressing and deliciously flowing fabrics.
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Linen never fails: Yunjin of Le Sserafim
Summer whites could only ever be completed by the season’s most reached-for fabric: linen.
