Lorde Revives Childhood Nightie as Spring-Summer 2025’s Coolest Fashion Trend

Lorde Turned Your Childhood’s Nightie Into a Spring-Summer 2025 Trend — See Photos

The pop icon brings nostalgic sleepwear into the warm-weather fashion spotlight.

The Rise of Nightwear-Inspired Fashion — Thanks to Lorde

Lorde is stepping into spring with a look that’s effortlessly charming, playfully nostalgic, and quietly fashion-forward. In a TikTok posted on April 22, the New Zealand singer teased her upcoming single “What Was That” while casually introducing what could become the most wearable microtrend of the season: the childhood-inspired nightie.

A Familiar Favorite, Reimagined

The singer appeared in a white mini nightgown adorned with a subtle gray floral print and a lace-trimmed scoop neckline. The silhouette — sleeveless, thigh-grazing, and delicately vintage — immediately recalled the kinds of airy nighties many wore in childhood. But Lorde’s interpretation felt fresh, intentional, and very Spring-Summer 2025.

Far from a sleepwear-only look, Lorde’s choice made the case for how these delicate dresses can be repurposed into breezy, off-duty staples — perfect for hot weather and laid-back style moments alike.

From Bedroom to Runway

Lorde isn’t the only one putting nighties back in fashion rotation. The trend has been quietly resurfacing across red carpets and runways. BLACKPINK’s Rosé notably wore a silk mini nightdress to the Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2025 show, pairing it with a cream lace bustier and sheer lace hemline, topped with a structured coat for a more elevated, editorial spin.

The resurgence of sleepwear-inspired fashion is part of a broader trend in recent years that blurs the lines between private comfort and public style — think slip dresses, satin camisoles, and sheer layers.

How to Wear the Nightie Trend in 2025

Whether you’re inspired by Lorde’s cozy minimalism or Rosé’s high-fashion glam, the nightie trend is more versatile than it seems:

• Casual Daywear: Pair a floral cotton nightie with sneakers or ballet flats for a laid-back city stroll.

• Layered Elegance: Add a cropped cardigan or oversized blazer to dress up a lace-trimmed nightgown.

• Evening Glam: Opt for a silk or satin variation with heels and a clutch for summer night outings.

• Beach-Ready: Treat it as a chic cover-up over your swimsuit — the ultimate soft luxury.

Look for delicate lace, pastel florals, or vintage-inspired cuts, and don't shy away from repurposing actual sleepwear with intentional styling.

Lorde’s dreamy aesthetic continues to inspire a generation of minimalists and romantics alike. With her playful embrace of the nightie-as-daywear, she’s once again ahead of the curve — proving that the most effortless trends often start with a whisper.

Stay tuned to The Horizons Times for more fashion-forward takes from your favorite artists and the street style trends shaping 2025.