2025 Trends: Must-have colours and styles for medical scrubs

In 2025, healthcare professionals are embracing a refreshing blend of fashion, functionality, and personal expression. This year’s trends highlight medical jumpsuits as a sleek alternative to traditional scrubs, paired with a vibrant palette of colours inspired by nature, wellness, and modern aesthetics. Whether updating your wardrobe or looking for fresh styles, here’s what’s shaping the future of healthcare uniforms.

Medical jumpsuits: the stylish upgrade to healthcare attire

Medical jumpsuits are redefining professional uniforms, offering a streamlined, modern option for busy professionals.

• Effortless style: These all-in-one designs provide a polished look without the hassle of matching tops and bottoms.
• Practical features: With multiple pockets, adjustable waists, and flexible fabrics, jumpsuits are designed for the demands of a busy workday.
• Inclusive comfort: Tailored fits and inclusive sizing ensure they’re as comfortable as they are stylish.

Pair a fresh jumpsuit with crisp white suecos for a chic, professional look that transitions effortlessly from clinic to off-duty. Stay tuned for the launch of these must-haves! 👀

2025 Scrub colour trends: From calm neutrals to bold hues

This year’s colour palette strikes a balance between soothing tones and energising shades, helping healthcare professionals express their personal style while maintaining professionalism.

1. Earthy and neutral tones

• Beige and khaki: Timeless and versatile, these shades bring sophistication to any workwear wardrobe. Perfect for pairing with subtle accessories like badge reels or neutral footwear. Coming soon to Happythreads! 👀
• Muted olive and terracotta: Earthy tones that add depth and warmth.
  Explore our olive and terracotta scrubs.

2. Crisp and clean neutrals

• White: A refreshed classic, white scrubs get a 2025 upgrade with breathable fabrics and tailored fits.
  View this: Our white scrub collection for a clean, minimal aesthetic.
• Soft greys: Bring a modern edge, offering a sophisticated alternative to traditional white.
  Perfect for this: Explore our heather grey and platinum grey scrubs.

3. Soft pastels

• Fresh mint: Rejuvenating and serene, this pastel green creates a modern, refreshing aesthetic.
  Perfect for this: Fresh mint and turquoise scrubs.
• Powder blue: Light and calming, this shade promotes a professional yet uplifting vibe.
  Explore: Sea glass scrubs.
• Dusty pink: Feminine and versatile, ideal for casual and formal healthcare environments.
  View this: Heather soft pink scrubs.

4. Energising vibrant shades

• Yellow: Bright and cheerful, this hue energises your workday.
  Try this: Sunshine or heather mango scrubs.
• True red: Confident and bold, red makes a strong statement.
  Perfect for this: Ruby scrubs.
• Emerald green: Rich and luxurious, this shade stands out while symbolising growth and renewal.
  Explore: Green tea and hunter scrubs.

5. Wellness-inspired colours

• Soft lavender and sage green: These tranquil tones align with the wellness movement in healthcare.
  Try this: French lavender and sage scrubs.
• Ocean blues: These hues bring balance and a sense of calm to long shifts.
  View this: True ceil and teal scrubs.

Practical tips for styling scrubs in 2025

• Mix and match colours, not collections: Pair neutrals like beige or khaki with vibrant pieces like terracotta or hunter green, but stick to the same collection to ensure consistency in fabric and colour.
• Add personality with accessories: Customise your look with colourful compression socks, personalised badge reels, or functional backpacks.
• Prioritise fit: Tailored designs and elasticated waists ensure both comfort and a polished appearance.
• Incorporate fresh tones: Add pastels like fresh mint or teal for a modern, refreshing touch.

Why these healthcare trends matter

• Confidence boost: Stylish, well-fitting uniforms help professionals feel their best, even during demanding shifts.
• Positive patient perception: Modern scrubs in calming tones foster trust and comfort, leaving a lasting impression.
• Enhanced practicality: Innovations like medical jumpsuits and breathable fabrics ensure functionality meets style.
• Professionalism: Sophisticated colours and designs reinforce high standards in healthcare.
• Individuality: This year’s trends allow professionals to showcase their personal style without compromising on functionality. 

The 2025 trends in medical scrubs are about more than just appearances - they’re about confidence, comfort, and enhancing patient care. With medical jumpsuits leading the way and a colour palette that bridges calm neutrals and vibrant hues, now is the perfect time to refresh your work wardrobe.

Ready to explore the trends? Check out our bestselling collection of scrubs, designed to elevate your everyday workwear.