This seasons colour trends – PJ style!

Summer 2025 was HOT HOT HOT - and it's safe to say the vibrant styles and colour POP trends more than kept up. But after such a blazing, bold season, we can feel a new breeze drifting in… and with it, a palette that’s about to take polewear fashion by storm.

As we step into autumn, the vibe has shifted. There’s a collective yearning to ease off the accelerator - to embrace fresh minimalism, a clean slate, and a sense of calm renewal. The colours we reach for are softer, muted, yet still powerful enough to make an impact. We're pole dancers remember...our idea of minimalism is still far from ordinary. So, what is the polewear palette for the upcoming season and how can we style it?

According to the latest fashion reports - AW25 is all about contrast: soft vs. strong, muted vs. dramatic, and styling your earthy tones with unexpected pops of colour. Pantone describes this season’s palette as having a “poetic nuance,” blending familiar neutrals with dynamic bold hues. And as a brand that lives for mix-and-match styling, we couldn’t be more excited. Sounds like the best of both worlds, right? 

Colour isn’t disappearing this fall, it's just stepping into a supporting role - used to add depth and contrast to moodier, darker shades. Some of the colour direction is influenced by notions of slower fashion, investing in pieces that feel timeless rather than purely seasonal - hence softer tones, earth-based shades, and colours that won’t look dated. Read on to discover the top hues set to rule pole studios this season.

and why would we want to?

That's right, those pops of pink aren't going anywhere! This softer, more delicate shade is endlessly versatile and can't be resisted. Even Ilja Med, founder and designer of the iconic polewear brand MÆD, despite always hating the colour, couldn't resist giving into its charm. With his latest exclusive drop for Pole Junkie - Angelic Core - Ilja set out to flip the script: taking something traditionally soft and reimagining it as sharp, edgy, and unapologetic.

“Mixing the unmixable isn’t easy. Sometimes it feels impossible. But that’s the only way to create something real.” - Ilja Med (Designer and founder of MÆD)

We're so glad Ilja was able to see the light, blessing us with such stunning pieces to mark our 10th anniversary. The Glitch Set offers the perfect fix for those craving gentle colour this fall. Crafted in sculptural lycra, it contours and accentuates every curve, while strategic mesh paneling adds the breathability and flexibility you need to move with ease.

For a fuller coverage Autumn reset, step into one of Lunalae's all time cult favourites - the ultra comfy, highly flattering Lure You Garter Shorts. With playful garter straps and a high-stretch shimmer fabric, these infamous shorts never dissapoint. And now that they’re available in a hue that’s dominating the AW25 palette? We’re predicting rose-gold skies ahead.

Colour aside, let’s not forget what else reigns supreme when the colder nights draw in… SPARKLE. Winter is the season to turn up the shimmer, and nothing does it better than sequins and glitter. Infuse your autumn/winter wardrobe with your annual dose of shine in the Rolling Poison Baby Set - a show-stopping fit that catches every light and every eye.

This summer’s been sweet, but we think it’s time things got a little spicy. Luckily, Chili Oil Red is on the menu and we can't wait to see it infused into the polewear scene. Think vibrant meshes that breathe fire into every spin, lush velvets that feel as decadent as they look, and deep bourdeoux that intoxicates on stage. Add a little depth and seduction to your look with RAD's heavenly sinners Araphel Set designed with sheer cherry-red mesh kissed with velvet burgundy flowers, striking the perfect balance between spice and romance.

Pair this shade with your fave neutrals and golden hues to create a warm, rich sunset - the kind of glow only an autumn night can bring.

Build upon these foundations.

Put away your strawberry matchas and citrus bursts, this season, we’re trading the iced and juicy for something warmer, richer, and far more indulgent. Dubbed “Mocha Mousse” (the colour of the year) by Pantone, this chocolatey brown is the ultimate comfort shade for the colder months.

Whether worn solo for a piping-hot statement or paired with pastels for a delicious contrast, mocha proves itself endlessly versatile. For the full effect, slip into Hotcakes’ latest Gaia Set in Cocoa. This shade so smooth and cosy, it feels just like stepping into your favourite café on a frosty morning. 

Layering is also very much a part of the AW25 trend - particulary in unexpected ways. Nothing says unexpected like styling an Oversized Bunny-Eared Easter Hoodie for the middle of winter. Enter the CXIX Bunny Bunz Lounge Set: perfect for keeping cute and cosy en route to class, or for full hibernation mode when the nights draw in. With its premium soft cotton, relaxed drop shoulders, and carefully embroidered details this hot chocolate bunny wear is one you'll want to reach for all year round.

Brat all grown up.

Pantone and Vogue both nod to green as a leading AW25 player, highlighting its connection to nature, renewal, and stability. We've moved on from the chaos and outlandish behaviour of Brat season, now this shade is all grown up and needs some serious RnR after one too many crazy night outs.

In polewear, that translates to pieces that feel both calming and commanding: cool enough to style with neutrals like mocha or grey, yet bold enough to stand out against metallics and sequins. Or get your Christmas decks in order with pops of chili red. For a piece that whispers elegance while still speaking volumes, slip into Harna’s Fierce Set - the perfect forest-green fit for dancers who want maximum impact without blasting the amp.

Hayley Peppin - Harper's Bazaar 

In 2025, blue is all about balance. This season is the one where we crave calm, clarity, and a sense of renewal - a fresh start for a new pole season. That’s why our AW25 palette embraces powder, steel, and baby blues: shades that bring airy freshness and pair seamlessly with your darker, moodier staple pieces.

Start your seasonal reset with a pair of leggings that don’t just elevate your pole training but also keep the chill at bay. The CXIX Gecko Grip™ Leggings in serene steel blue are the perfect answer. Their subtle shimmer evokes twinkling frosty nights, while the innovative Gecko XIX® fabric keeps you supported with breathable comfort, flexibility for a full range of movement, and, of course, the signature pole-ready grip. Made with 4-way stretch, quick drying fabrics and a thick comfort waistband, these leggings go beyond fashion trends - they're your functional ticket to mastering every trick in style.

It doesn't get butter than that.

As the days grow shorter and the nights turn darker, our wardrobes naturally lean into a more decadent, richer tapestry of shades. Yet, traces of summer still linger and soft pastels continue to whisper through the season. Yup - we're talking that butter yellow that dominated our feeds all summer long. Keep a little sunshine burning in your training with the Paradise Chick Florida Set. Smooth and soft as butter, finished with dainty straps and cheeky coverage that flatters every angle. Oh, and did we mention… it’s swimproof? Perfect for all our babes on the southern hemisphere heading into their swim season.

Combine these playful shades with your foundational mochas and deep plums to create your very own autumnal grove. Think of the moment when the leaves first begin to turn, painting the landscape in warmth, while the horizon glows with the last light of a late-summer sunset. 

So there you have it - your not-so-minimal, minimalist moment is just around the corner. AW25 is set to deliver some seriously hot looks, and we can’t wait to see how you all make these colours your own. Whether you’re going full head-to-toe neutrals, leaning into bold contrasts, or keeping it sweet with softer shades, there’s something for every pole dancer this season.