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By Yumi Nakamura

Fashion Icons To Know In 2025

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Fashion in 2025 is not about fitting in — it’s about standing true. It thrives in tension: minimalism laced with maximalist flair, heritage silhouettes clashing elegantly with algorithmic design. The chaos is curated. The message is clear: this is the era of purposeful presence.

No longer dictated by seasons or status, style today is a living archive of who we are and what we stand for. It borrows, reclaims, reimagines. Gen Z and Gen Alpha aren’t just wearing clothes — they’re crafting narratives, collaging their identities with every layered piece, every intentional clash, every unexpected harmony.

From Seoul to São Paulo, Nairobi to New York, a new guard of visionaries is reshaping the rhythm of fashion. They're not looking for validation. They’re pushing for visibility. Gender is fluid, silhouettes are sculptural, materials are regenerative, and authenticity is the only true currency.

At Grazia Japan, we see this as more than a trend — it's a cultural reformation. The runway is now everywhere: on subway platforms, in digital forums, across decentralized networks. This is where fashion speaks in many tongues — raw, refined, rebellious, reverent — yet always deeply personal.

This isn’t fashion that follows. It leads. Quietly. Boldly. Unapologetically.
And it belongs to those brave enough to wear their contradictions with pride.

Bonita Balazs: Where Beauty Meets Business

Bonita Balazs is a Dubai-based beauty queen, entrepreneur, and digital creator known for her sophisticated style and magnetic presence. Crowned Miss Tourism Continental 2024, Bonita gained international recognition not only for her stunning looks but for her elegant confidence and empowering voice for modern women. She is the founder and creative force behind LUISA Oriental, a luxury perfume brand inspired by the sensual richness of Arabian scents, crafted especially for the European market. 

With a deep passion for aesthetics, branding, and storytelling, she has quickly turned LUISA into one of the most exciting emerging names in niche perfumery. On Instagram, where she reaches over 200,000 followers at @missbee.dxb, Bonita shares her world of fashion, travel, and entrepreneurship—inviting her audience to dream bigger and live beautifully. Whether on the runway or in business meetings, she brings a unique blend of ambition, elegance, and influence wherever she goes.

Loreta Andrica – The Woman Behind LTA Cosmetics, Where Relaxed Elegance Meets Influence

Loreta Andrica is the effortlessly elegant force behind the beloved beauty brand LTA Cosmetics. With a relaxed yet confident presence both online and offline, she’s redefining what it means to be an influencer in 2025. Her signature style balances timeless sophistication — silk blouses, clean tailoring, earthy tones — with fresh, youthful pieces like flowing, princess-inspired dresses and modern statement looks that radiate charm and femininity.

Beyond fashion, Loreta inspires with her calm, self-assured attitude and creative depth. As both the founder and the mind behind the product formulas at LTA Cosmetics, she brings authenticity and vision into every detail — from ingredients to aesthetic. Her online presence is both magnetic and relatable.

From quiet city mornings to moments of creative flow, every step Loreta takes reflects purpose and grace. Her style is unmistakable, and her message clear: beauty is a lifestyle, not a performance.

Holly Scarfone: The New Face of Fearless Fashion

Holly Scarfone is a breakout fashion icon redefining luxury and femininity for a new generation. With a rapidly growing community across social media, she’s built a loyal following that looks to her for unapologetic style, elegance, and edge. First introduced to global audiences through reality television, Holly quickly proved she was more than a screen presence, earning her place in the fashion world with bold, editorial-worthy looks and a sharp aesthetic. 

Her recent appearance on the cover of Vogue cemented her status as one to watch, showcasing her as a muse of modern glamour. Every look she crafts tells a story: confident, curated, and always ahead of the curve. Holly doesn’t follow trends, she sets them. Making her a rising force not just in fashion, but in culture at large. From red carpets to reels, she’s turning style into a movement.

Elsa Hosk: Model, Entrepreneur & Style Tastemaker

Former Victoria’s Secret Angel Elsa Hosk has evolved into a style icon with serious fashion credibility. Known for her Scandinavian-cool aesthetic and effortlessly curated street style, she’s become a favorite on fashion week front rows and luxury brand campaigns alike. Her label Helsa reflects her minimalist-chic sensibility, rooted in sustainability and timeless design. Elsa balances high fashion with authenticity—making her a go-to muse for the modern, globally-minded woman.

Whether she’s walking the red carpet in custom couture or sharing off-duty moments in oversized tailoring and vintage denim, Elsa’s look is consistently directional yet grounded. She represents the new guard of fashion figures who aren’t just faces — they’re creative minds building legacies beyond the lens.

Jessica Wang: Fashion Influencer & Tech-Savvy Creative

With over 10 million followers across platforms, Jessica Wang is a digital fashion force who blends high-end glamour with bold innovation. Known for her editorial-level reels, AR fashion experiments, and impeccable styling, Jessica’s presence extends from Instagram to the Met Gala. She’s proof that fashion influence today is as much about storytelling and tech-savvy as it is about style. Brands love her vision; followers love her edge.

Jessica is redefining what it means to be a fashion creator in the digital age—seamlessly integrating beauty, technology, and cinematic storytelling. With every look and post, she pushes the boundaries of how we consume and experience fashion, proving that the future of style is interactive, immersive, and unapologetically bold.

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