It seems the Tomato Girl Summer trend is heating up once again — and this time, Emma Watson is leading the fashion charge with a series of relaxed, romantic outfits spotted during her recent vacation in Saint-Tropez.
The actress and fashion icon— best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films — was seen walking through the sunny streets of Saint Tropez wearing pieces that look like they were made for a vintage Italian film. Instead of athletic wear for a stroll with her trainer, Watson wore a standout look: an orangey-red bikini layered under a black crochet long-sleeve dress. The contrast of bold color and breezy texture gave off an effortlessly stylish, coastal energy — one that matches the Tomato Girl Summer vibe.
She didn’t stop there. On another outing, Watson wore a red ankle-length slip dress with a fishtail hem and low-contrast burgundy polka dots, a piece from cult-favorite brand Réalisation Par that retails for $290. The dress’s flirtatious, bias-cut silhouette is a hallmark of the Tomato Girl aesthetic — soft, simple, and sun-ready.
Even her choice of footwear stayed true to the trend. Instead of hiking shoes or sporty sneakers she chose to wear a cherry red ballerina flats, giving it a classic feminine style reminiscent of vintage European summers.
The Tomato Girl Summer trend went viral on TikTok in 2023, it was inspired by Mediterranean coastal living, or sunny summer days where they romanticized summers under the sun. Think warm colors like tomato red, terracotta, and coral, paired with natural textures like linen and crochet, and finished with gold jewelry, red lips, and relaxed updos.
Now, in 2025, the trend is seeing a comeback — and celebrities like Emma Watson, Kendall Jenner, and Bella Hadid are making it in their own ways. Kendall was also recently spotted in Saint-Tropez wearing a red boatneck minidress with flip-flops by The Row, while Bella Hadid rocked a red halter top with gingham capris for a vintage-inspired look in Los Angeles.
Whether it’s the people who are tired of fast fashion, or want to dress sustainably, or just love the idea of classic red look. The return of Tomato Girl Summer feels like a breath of fresh, Mediterranean air.
Emma Watson’s recent fashion moments are a clear sign that the “Tomato Girl Summer” trend is making another comeback — proving that fashion trends never really disappear, they just come back with a fresh twist.
