General Hospital 2025: The Fashion Scene & Scene-ry

The General Hospital Suds Scene with Kris

A Three-Part Retrospective

 

Part 1: The Fashion Scene & Scene-ry

The Soap Scene’s General Hospital aficionado, Kris Grandinetti-Johnson brings her sharp eye and wit to her weekly round-up of all things Port Charles. This week, she’s highlighted a look at 2025 in a 3-part retrospective of fashion, quotables, set highlights, and other memorable GH moments and tributes.

Weekly shout-out to the General Hospital Costume Design, Hairstyling & Makeup Departments for their tireless efforts to come up with stylish head-to-toe looks for all of the GH characters. Also, shout out to the GH Production Design team and Art Director for creating the beloved fictitious town of Port Charles. 

 

THE FASHION SCENE  ◈  Fashion Favorites for 2025

There were so many fab looks to choose from, but these are some standout favorites for the year. 

 

◈ TRACY & HER AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAM COATS ◈

Always chic and always polished, wearing gorgeous jackets has become Tracy’s (Jane Elliot) signature look. 

• Handcrafted 3D Floral Beaded Jacket by Rich Radi Qs 
• Rita Blue Paisley Nottingham Jacket by Connie Roberson 
• Red Floral Jacquard Topper by Chicos 
• Rita Black and Blue Floral Jacket by Connie Roberson 
• Rita Jacket by Connie Roberson 
• Metallic Ombre Open-Front Topper Jacket by Donna Karan 

 

◈ JORDAN ◈

• Annabelle Triangle Bikini Top in Sky by L’Agence,  Maribel Sarong by L’Agence,  Acetate Chainlink Earrings in Hydrangea Green Blue by J. Crew, &  Nikki Tote Bag by Anthropologie 

• Jordan looked slamming in her sky blue bikini and coordinating sarong at the Metro Court pool. I hope Tanisha Harper took this for her own wardrobe!

• Portrait Neck Vest in Navy Copper Pinstripe by Smythe,  Stripe Puff Shoulder Blazer in Navy Copper Pinstripe by Smythe, &  Bootcut Pants in Navy Copper Pinstripe by Smythe 

• Bold, modern, and fierce…she looked snatched in this impeccably tailored ensemble. Smythe began with a quest to create the perfect women’s blazer and has since evolved into a renowned lifestyle brand. Their modern, yet classic designs reflect a masterful blend of masculine and feminine elements with an exceptional focus on design and fit.

 

◈ NINA ◈

• Jean Wrap Dress by Diane von Furstenberg [Poshmark find] 

• I love a DVF moment.

• Cobalt Blue Freya Twist Drape Bodycon Dress by Reiss [Poshmark find – Multiple finds on Poshmark] [ebay find – Multiple finds on ebay] worn with Walker Relaxed Fit Plaid Coat by Avec Les Filles [Lyst/Lulus find]

• Cobalt is such a striking, statement color, and the bodycon fit looked amazing on Cynthia Watros. I’m a sucker for a good plaid, so the coat with its perfect mix of complementary and contrasting colors really took the ensemble to the next level for me. 

 

◈ AVA ◈

• Red Lace Peplum Dress by Self-Portrait 

• Ava (Maura West) looked stunning in this dress, which was equal parts demure and sexy. The red patent-leather heels and clutch definitely gave it a fiercer edge. My only tiny pause is with the silver bow buttons…perfect for holiday time, but otherwise seem a bit too cutesy for the dress. 

• Stretch-Crepe Maxi Dress in Green Emerald Pool by Banana Republic 

• So striking…Love the drape, love the asymmetrical neckline, love the color

• Eveline Leopard Velve Long-Sleeve Midi-Dress by Ramy Brook with Avery Earrings by Hobbs – 

• This was a “Wowza” dress for me! The cut, the subtle mix of textures in the fabric, and the perfectly placed ruching created a sexy silhouette that looked absolutely fabulous on Maura West. 

 

◈ PORTIA ◈

The fit on both of these dresses is insane. Honestly, I’ve yet to see anything that looks bad on Brook Kerr!

• Harland Crossover Halter Midi Dress in Mauve by RACHEL Rachel Roy 
• The Rowan Dress in Polenta by Herve Leger [Bloomingdale’s find] 

 

◈ ELIZABETH ◈

• Renzo II Dress in Riviera by A.L.C. 

• The deep blue color of the dress against her bright lip and darker hair made for an absolutely stunning look.

 

◈ JOSSLYN ◈

• Gisele 3D Floral Appliqué Strapless Gown by Helsi with Imitation Pearl Trim Minaudiere Box Clutch by Aqua 

• Classic & beautiful

 

◈ TRINA ◈

• Dress: Scrunchie Scoop Back Body-Con Minidress by Good American with La Philipe Butterfly Fly Bowler Satchel

• Trina looked A-mazing as she channeled Audrey Hepburn’s Holly Golightly in her perfect LBD (Little Black Dress), high bun, and La Philipe bag.

 

◈ MAXIE ◈

• Roxie Faux Pearl & Crystal Detail Mixed Media Vest by Cinq a Sept [Poshmark find – multiple finds on Poshmark] 

• Maxie’s whole look was perfection! The white t-shirt with lace trim, vest with brooches, jeans, and boots was a great look for her, and her hair looked fantastic!

 

◈ DIANE ◈

• Peak-Lapel Button-Trimmed Blazer in Turquoise by Tahari ASL & Mid Rise Front-zip Wide-leg Pants In Turquoise by Tahari ASL 

• The color and button trim up the sleeves…FAB.U.LOUS! Bonus points for the matching shoes and polished stone necklace.

 

◈ OLIVIA ◈

• Solstice Floral Velvet Maxi Dress by Rebecca Taylor

• I called this look Luxe Earth-Mother. Rebecca Taylor combined a rich, floral-patterned velvet, plunging V neckline, gigot sleeves, and jewel tones to create this fabulous dress that looked gorg on Lisa LoCicero (Olivia). 

 

◈ LUCY ◈ 

• Theia Gold Metallic Cape-Sleeve Split Maxi Dress by Club L London 

• This dress most definitely deserves a closer look, because it’s a disco-glam dream.

 

SCENE-ry

Incredibly, there are approximately 200 sets used to create Port Charles! The art director, production designers, and set decorators are tasked with creating an entire city, as well as accidents & disasters, and special events. Of the special events, my favorites are the weddings. 

This year, GH had two weddings, both for Willow and Drew. The first one was at the All Saints Chapel, where Willow made it to the altar, but not to the “I do”. Not surprisingly, finding out Drew had sex with her mother soured her on the idea of marital bliss. The second one was at Drew & Willow’s house, where she did make it to the “I do”, but ostensibly to be in a better position to get custody of her children back. Not a solid plan, but the one she went with nonetheless. 

One good thing these weddings had in common – the flowers! The flower game on GH is always impressive, but the flowers for Willow and Drew’s ill-fated church nuptials were truly gorgeous. The cherry blossom trees against the arrangements of mixed red and pink-hued flowers created a stunning and ethereal setting in the chapel. Their house wedding was an even smaller affair and may have had more flowers than people, but at least they were lush, autumnal, and beautiful. 

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The Soap Scene’s General Hospital aficionado, Kris Grandinetti-Johnson brings her sharp eye and wit to her weekly round-up of all things Port Charles. This week, she’s highlighted a look at 2025 in a 3-part retrospective of fashion, quotables, set highlights, and other memorable GH moments and tributes.

Read more: Part 1: Fashion and Scene-ry

Read more: Part 2: Quotables and Special Awards

Read more: Part 3: All About Scenes