The Elegant "New Neutral" Chic French Women Are Wearing This Spring

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By this point, it's safe to say that the It color of spring/summer 2025 is officially pale yellow. There have been hints of the uplifting hue in the past few seasons, but the S/S 25 shows really solidified the muted shade as the MVP of the season, as it was spotted across a plethora of collections, including Alaïa’s gauzy peplum trousers, Toteme’s slinky cape gowns, and Chanel’s tailored jumpsuits and pleated floor-length gowns. This year, the color comes in its palest iteration, giving it a fresh, fashion-forward edge and making it the perfect alternative to your typical neutrals.

The French fashion set have been quick to embrace the elegant hue within their wardrobes. In fact, we've been spotting the minimalist color all over the streets of Paris—styled seamlessly with other staples such as denim and paired with other neutrals such as gray and black.

If you haven't dipped your toe into the butter-yellow trend yet, then keep scrolling below to get inspired by how stylish Parisians are wearing the color trend, and shop our favorite butter-yellow pieces to add to your wardrobe this season.

Woman in pale yellow blazer, gray tank top and jeans

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An easy way to integrate the color trend into your wardrobe is to swap your classic beige or black blazer and ballet flats with pale yellow instead. The subtle hue pairs perfectly with blue denim and a gray tank top.

Woman in pale yellow skirt and polo top

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A pale-yellow A-line skirt adds just the right subtle summery touch to your look. Bonus if you can tie it in with your polo top as well. Finish the look with black Mary Janes.

Woman in butter yellow shoes at Paris Fashion Week

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Spotted at Paris Fashion Week: the perfect pair of butter-yellow shoes—ideal for those wanting to dip their toes into the trend.

Woman in pale yellow top and skirt

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Opt for the palest, creamiest yellow hue for a head-to-toe look and style with tan accessories.

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A spring knit is an ideal choice for adding the color to your outfit this season.

Shop Our Favorite Butter-Yellow Pieces of the Season

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Judith Jones
Judith Jones
Associate Shopping Director

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.

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