Runway to Reality: How to Rent the Looks from Fashion Week Australia 2025

Runway to Reality: How to Rent the Looks from Fashion Week Australia 2025

Okay, babes—Fashion Week Australia just wrapped and let’s be real... the looks? Unreal. From Sydney’s dazzling runways to the TikTok For You Page we’re all addicted to, this year’s fashion scene was giving main character energy on every level. But let’s pause for a sec—because if you’re now frantically googling how much a Zimmermann co-ord costs and considering selling your left kidney... breathe. We’ve got you.

Enter: High Street Runway, Australia’s coolest peer-to-peer fashion rental app that’s basically your fairy godmother in digital form. You get the designer drip without the designer debt. Whether you’re 18, 21, or vibing somewhere in your early 20s, this is how we’re doing fashion now: rent it, slay it, and return it when you’re ready to switch up the vibe.

Let’s break down the biggest trends from Fashion Week Australia 2025—and exactly how to rent them like the certified style icon you are. ✨

Oversized Everything: It’s Giving “I Borrowed This from My Fashionable Boyfriend”

Volume is having its main character moment, and designers like Aje and Camilla & Marc went all in. We’re talking blazers with shoulder pads for days, wide-leg trousers that float like clouds, and coats so big you could fit your ex’s emotional baggage in them. (Too soon?)

How to Wear It:

• Sling an oversized Aje blazer over a ribbed mini dress or a cute crop and some wide-leg pants from Bec + Bridge.

• Rock it with chunky sneakers or knee-high boots for that “caught-off-duty” street style moment.

Rent the Look on High Street Runway:

• Search “Aje blazer” or “Camilla & Marc outerwear” and filter by your postcode. Whether you're hitting a uni party or brunching with your girls in Bondi, this look is chef’s kiss.

Soft Goth Is the New Black

If you thought florals were just for spring, think again. The soft goth aesthetic hit the runway hard this year—black lace, sheer textures, dramatic silhouettes, and a sprinkle of dark romance. Hello, mysterious main character!

Designers Who Nailed It:

• Zimmermann went all-out with lacey black dresses that screamed Victorian-era vampire princess.

• Alice McCall balanced dark florals and sheer layers like a total icon.

Style Tips:

• Rent a Zimmermann lace maxi and throw on some Docs or chunky heeled boots.

• Add layered silver jewellery, wine-stained lips, and a mysterious stare (optional but recommended).

Neo-Y2K: Not Your Sister’s Throwback

Y2K has officially levelled up—from TikTok trend to runway royalty. Think metallic shimmer, visible seams, cut-outs, and butterfly tops that would’ve made 2004 Paris Hilton proud.

Trendsetters of the Moment:

• Alice McCall gave us all the glitter, cut-outs, and mesh our hearts could want.

• Dion Lee (of course) delivered futuristic fits that belong at a cyber rave in 2099.

Rental Rec:

• Grab a glittery Alice McCall mini dress and pair it with platform heels, a teeny baguette bag, and tinted sunnies.

• Or rent a Dion Lee corset top (seriously, they're so hot right now) and match it with wide-leg cargos for a “from festival to afterparty” slay.

Coastal Cowgirl: Yee-Haw, but Make It Designer

We’re blaming Beyoncé’s "Cowboy Carter" era, TikTok, and the entire internet for this one—but the coastal cowgirl trend is officially riding high. Think prairie dresses, beachy prints, linen tailoring, and a whole lotta fringe.

Spotted At Fashion Week:

• Zimmermann gave us floaty, floral moments perfect for twirling on the sand.

• Camilla went full glam-cowgirl with fringe, leather, and sequin cowgirl boots (yes, really).

How to Rock It:

• Rent a printed Camilla kaftan and wear it with cowboy boots and a chunky belt.

• Or grab a Zimmermann ruffle dress, pair it with a straw hat and layered gold chains, and you’re ready for a chic sundown session in Byron.

Minimalist Glam: Clean Girl, But Cooler

This isn’t your average TikTok “clean girl” aesthetic. This is the grown-up, elevated, effortlessly expensive version. Think structured tailoring, creamy neutrals, and monochrome moments that whisper, “I own my power.”

Designers Doing the Most:

• Camilla & Marc brought structured vests, tailored trousers, and luxe basics that belong on a Pinterest board.

• Bec + Bridge silky skirts and matching sets look so put together.

Style It Like This:

• Rent a Bec + Bridge bias-cut slip skirt, team it with a cropped white shirt or a fitted knit tank.

• Add slicked-back hair, some dainty gold hoops, and a tote that says, “I have my life together (even if I don’t).”

Colour Pop + Power Pastels

Neutrals dominated, sure, but colour made surprise cameos in all the right places. Designers weren’t afraid to throw in a little dopamine dressing—and neither should you.

Spotted On the Runway:

• Aje and Zimmermann gave us lavender suits, lemon-toned dresses, and mint green sets.

• Alice McCall sprinkled in bubblegum pinks and sorbet shades we’re still dreaming about.

Why You Should Rent It First:

• Not sure if pastel lemon is your vibe? Rent it. Wear it. Snap pics. If it’s a no, just return. Zero commitment.

• Pair with neutral accessories to keep it cute and not cartoonish.

Accessories = The Plot Twist

Because sometimes, the drama is in the details. And this year’s Fashion Week served up bold accessories on a silver (and sparkly) platter.

Must-Rents:

• Oversized sunnies for that incognito celeb energy.

• Chunky belts to cinch oversized blazers or flowy dresses.

• Mini bags with max personality (we’re talking sequins, rhinestones, and metallics).

Bonus? You can add accessories to your outfit rental straight from High Street Runway. One tap and boom—your look is suddenly front-row ready.

One Weekend, Four Runway Looks (Yes, You Can Rent Them All)

Need a little inspo for your next fashion-packed weekend? Try this rental capsule wardrobe:

🖤 Friday Night Drinks

• Dion Lee corset + Bec + Bridge trousers

• Add metallic clutch + slick heels

🌸 Saturday Markets with the Girls

• Zimmermann floral mini + oversized sunnies

• Add chunky sneakers + straw tote

🔥 Sunday Picnic Date

• Aje linen wide-legs + Alice McCall crochet crop

• Add raffia bag + comfy slides

👠 Fashion Week Afterparty Vibes

• Camilla sequin mini or floaty maxi

• Add sky-high heels + a sleek bun

Rent. Wear. Return. Repeat. Save your closet space, your wallet, and your reputation as the most stylish in your squad.

Renting = Peak Fashion Girl Energy

Here’s the thing: fashion is meant to be fun, not financially draining. And renting is basically the ultimate power move.

💸 No commitment: Try a trend before you commit to the aesthetic.👗 Real-girl prices: Designer fits at price points you can actually afford.🚚 Fast delivery: Hello, same-day or next-day delivery in lots of areas.🌍 Community vibes: You're renting from stylish Aussies just like you.♻️ Sustainability win: Less waste, more slay. Enough said.

You’re the Main Character Now

Just because Fashion Week is over doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. In fact, your runway era is just getting started. With High Street Runway, the best looks from Fashion Week Australia 2025 are literally a few taps away.

So go ahead—mix aesthetics like a Pinterest queen, rent the corset that broke the internet, and walk into every room like you own the runway. Because you don’t need a $1000 dress to look like a million bucks. You just need the right vibe—and High Street Runway’s got it in spades.

BRB, renting my entire weekend wardrobe. See you on the feed. 😉