Sunshine Plaza Style Edit
Carlie Wacker curates a Spring-Summer 2025 wardrobe with the hottest trends from Sunshine Plaza – the ultimate destination for new season styles.
As we gear up for the sun-soaked months, fashion is having a moment that’s both nostalgic and fresh. This season brings us a mix of retro revivals, bold prints, relaxed denim and sheer boho vibes all designed to slip seamlessly into a capsule wardrobe that can take you from beach to bar and beyond!
I’ve taken the hard work out of your wardrobe edit with a good retail therapy session at Sunshine Plaza. Here are my picks for all the pieces you need to curate a wardrobe that’s on-trend, versatile and unmistakably Sunshine Coast.
POLKA DOT DELIGHT
Polka dots are making a mega comeback this year and these playful prints will be on high rotation with matching sets or styled with denim:
Budget buy: Off shoulder ruched polka dot top, Glassons, $39.99
Investment piece: Spot print soft blouse, Country Road, $179
DO DENIM
From barrel-leg jeans to maxi denim skirts, denim is laid-back and comfortable without losing its edge. Denim pieces are wardrobe anchors that balance out trend-driven tops or boho textures.
Budget buy: Low rise straight jean, Cotton On, $69.99
Investment piece: Stevie barrel ankle jean, Aje at David Jones, $299
BOHO BRILLIANCE
The boho luxe trend remains popular with crochet, textured and sheer layers adding a feminine flounce to your outfit. A sheer top can be teamed back with denim or layered over a slip dress to achieve this effortlessly chic look.
Budget buy: Sheer shirred blouse, Glassons, $39.99
Investment piece: Metallic Mesh Tee, Unison, $99.95
PAINT IT RED
If you invest in one standout colour this season make it tomato red. This bold shade is popping up in slip dresses, shoes and accessories – it is perfect for injecting colour into your wardrobe.
Budget buy: Camille boat neck maxi dress, Sportsgirl, $79.95
Investment piece: Collared linen dress, Unison, $149.95
LOVE LINEN
Australia’s love affair with linen continues, now with a twist – sequinned or embroidered linen tops, wide-leg pants and utility vests that bring both practicality and polish. These pieces work hard in your capsule wardrobe and can be easily dressed up or down.
Budget buy: Hannah linen blend printed short, Sportsgirl, $69.95
Investment piece: Cutwork short, Seed, $139.95
BEACH BABES
We are never far from the water so treat yourself to a new swimsuit. I recommend a one-piece that can double as a bodysuit to wear with denim and sheer pieces.
Budget buy: Thin Strap V-Neck one-piece, Cotton On, , $49.99
Investment piece: Seafolly collective DD one-piece, $200
ACCOMPLISHED ACCESSORIES
Achieve outfit perfection with practical, yet oh so coastal accessories. Jewels inspired by the sea, woven, crocheted bags and belts plus practical yet perfectly on-trend thongs – yes thongs but elevated and a trend we can all get on board with.
Budget buy: Waterproof gold classic shell stud earrings, Harli + Harpa, $19.99
Investment piece: Idyllia drop earrings, Swarovski, $249
Budget buy: Straw scallop belt, Sportsgirl, $22.95
Investment piece: Curio woven belt, Palm Bee, $69
Budget buy: Byron Slide, Cotton On, $19.99
Investment piece: Aisling thong, Billini, $99.95
Your capsule wardrobe with this season’s trends is all about mix and match flexibility. With these key pieces, you can create endless outfits that transition from weekday errands to weekend escapes.
Carlie’s Capsule Shopping List
- A pop of polka dot
- Denim jeans / skirt
- Sheer or crochet top
- Linen dress
- Linen short set
- Swimsuit
- Sea-inspired earrings
- Woven bag and belt
- Thongs/slides
Sunshine Plaza makes it easy to curate a wardrobe that celebrates the global trends of 2025 with a distinctly coastal twist. From playful polka dots at Glassons to luxe linen at Seed, everything you need to refresh your style is right here at the heart of the Sunshine Coast.
A world of fashion awaits so have fun discovering your own pieces that suit your budget and your style.
