Top 100 Gen Z Trends in 2025

2025's Gen Z trends aren't just fleeting fads; they highlight how shaping movements around self‑curated aesthetics, nostalgic style, and meaningful digital experiences can reflect identity. Across fashion, tech, travel, and lifestyle, Gen Z’s influence is visible in personal expression, consumption habits, and a tech‑savvy embrace of tools like AI to enhance everyday life.

One brand capitalizing on growing interest in artificial intelligence is Pinwheel, the company behind child- and teen-focused smartphones. The brand launched its first smartwatch for kids, the Pinwheel Watch. Designed for ages seven to 14, the device allows parents to stay connected without providing a full phone. It features GPS tracking, texting and calling with parent-approved contacts, a camera, and the voice-activated AI app PinwheelGPT.

In the travel space, Visit Anaheim has launched Imaginagency, a unique travel initiative in partnership with actress and entrepreneur Tia Mowry. The campaign reimagines family vacations by letting children design the itineraries. Six "Imaginagents" have created six bookable experiences in Anaheim—ranging from theme park fun to interactive activities—offering a playful, child-centered perspective on the city.