Australia is an isolated country. We're an island that takes the rest of the world at least a day to get to (excluding our New Zealand friends) and has it's own unique fashion aesthetic and style.
The trends in Australia don't always line up with the rest of the world, not only because we're in the opposite season, but because our lifestyle requires different wardrobe staples. Linen pieces may not be as wearable in New York, but here, anything made with the breathable fabric is a staple of an Australian summer wardrobe.
Below we've listed the trends blowing up overseas compared with what we're loving on the other side of the globe. To see how different our style is from the rest of the world, keep scrolling.
N.B. We've included some of our favourite Kiwi girls (Jessie Bush, Chloe Hill, and Beck Wadworth) in here under the 'Australia' category as our climate is so similar, and they spend so much time in Sydney.
Swimwear Australia: Earthy Ribs
Australians are loving swimwear in earthy and monotone colours, with a ribbed texture. Black, olive and white seem to be the most sought-after colours this season with deep wine also emerging as a popular choice.
Rest of The World: Bold One-Pieces
Overseas, the neon trend has popped up in swimwear, but if you can't see yourself wearing neon, bright colours like yellow and red seem to be favoured, as are polka dot prints.
DressesAustralia: Feminine Prints
Here, we're all about dresses in bright colours and bold prints like neon, checks, and fruity details.
Rest of the world: Slim Sand
A slimmer silhouette is being worn overseas, with a Jacquemus-inspired sand the colour of choice for influencers.
HeelsAustralia: Little Kittens
Kitten heels are all over Instagram. The heel works of the laid-back Australian lifestyle by being comfortable and easy to walk in.
Rest of the world: Skinny Straps
If you scroll through your Instagram, international influencers are wearing strappy sandals. By Far, The Row and Jonak are popular choices.
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Hold the Sandals—This Is the Shoe Trend to Wear With Dresses in SeptemberAs seen on Alexa Chung.
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Burgundy Is Nice, But This Up-and-Coming Color Trend Is About to Dethrone ItLook regal and royal all fall.
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Say Goodbye to Kitten Heels—This Even-Shorter Shoe Is Suddenly Showing Up in Every Fashion Person's ClosetIt has just the right amount of height to make you stand a little taller.
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Everyone Will Soon Be Ditching Black Sweaters for Ones in These 8 Color TrendsThe time to buy your knitwear is now.
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Heads Up: This Elegant Shoe Trend Will Replace Sandals Within 3 WeeksI'm calling it.
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Move Over, Jelly Shoes—I Predict *This* Chunky Shoe Trend Will Be Everywhere Come FallGen Z discovers boho chic.
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Copenhagen Fashion Week Just Made This 2016 Color Trend Feel Incredibly 2026Yves Klein core.
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If You Want Prettier Outfits, Swap Black Pumps for This Dated ColorEven Serena Williams is making the switch.
