What is Aesthetic Clothing?
Aesthetic Clothing and Aesthetic Outfits have been trending for a while now, but it still lacks a clear definition of what that means.
Aesthetic Outfit definition
An Aesthetic is defined by a particular style that follows specific cultural influences such as movies, literature or music.
Choosing your own aesthetic allows you to join a subculture that shares your interests and values, such as:
- Anime culture for Anime/Harajuku or Kawaii,
- Dark romantic music for Dark Goth or Vampire aesthetic,
- Classic Literature for Dark Academia...
And so many more! Trends may vary, but culture is here to stay.
A few examples of Aesthetic Clothing defined by culture:
Y2K Aesthetic
Defined by early 2000s Pop Culture icons such as Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan and Miley Cyrus.
Dark Goth & Vampire Aesthetic
Anne Rice with Interview with the Vampire, the Gothic Romantic music scene and a taste for darkness!
Kawaii Aesthetic
Kawaii style - meaning "Cute" in Japanese - is defined by adorable and irresistibly cute characters such as Hello Kitty or Sanrio characters in general, childlike and playful elements and soft colors.
Kidcore Aesthetic
Kidcore Aesthetic is influenced by the nostalgia of childhood, like the toys we used to play with, anime we used to watch, etc...
You get the idea! Finding your own aesthetic simply allows you to join these specific niche cultures and to express your love for your influences!
The Top 10 Aesthetic Trends for 2023
Aesthetics come and go, but some are trending more than others, at any given time.
Our predictions for 2023 are based on the trends that we see from influencers in the Fashion industry, as well as popular Twitch Streamers, Youtubers and TikTokers, from a wide range of sub cultures.
Top 10 Aesthetic Predictions for 2023:
- Pastel Goth Aesthetic
- Kidcore Aesthetic
- Gamer Girl Aesthetic
- Y2K Aesthetic
- Dark Grunge Aesthetic
- Anime Harajuku Aesthetic
- Dark Goth / Vampire Aesthetic
- Soft Girl Aesthetic
- Dark Academia Aesthetic
- Kawaii Aesthetic
How to choose your Aesthetic?
Choosing an aesthetic for yourself takes more that copying your favorite eGirl or TikTok influencer!
A few questions to ask yourself first, especially if you are still young / in school:
- Are your parents/school okay with that?
- Are you interested in or involved with the sub culture you want to represent?
- Is it your own decision or are you influenced by friends?
Choosing your aesthetic from your Personality and Interests
The best way to choose your own aesthetic is to go according to your personality and your intererests!
It can depend on what you are into at the moment, or what aesthetic you can see yourself growing into.
For example, you can have a cute Pastel Goth aesthetic for now, but you also know that you want to grow into Dark Academia once you go to college.
Choosing your aesthetic just for Looks
Choosing an aesthetic simply because it appeals to you visually is also a valid choice.
Depending on visual factors such as your hair color, body type, tattoos etc... can add an extra Whoa! effect to your aesthetic outfit that seems unexpected at first, but you rock it so well it really makes you stand out from the crowd!
Aesthetic Outfit Style & Shopping tips
Shopping for an aesthetic outfit can be a bit challenging, especially at the beginning.
Don't worry! We're here to help.
Start small!
If you are not sure if a specific aesthetic outfit is going to suit you, start small!
You can begin by purchasing smaller items such as:
- Aesthetic Jewelry: Bracelets, Chocker Necklace, small Corset...
- Aesthetic Tops: Crop Top, Oversize tee...
As you can see, there is not as much commitment if you start that way.
You can also start by trying to style your hair and makeup differently, to see how that new aesthetic suits you!
If you want to drastically change your look with bight colorful hair, we got some cute eGirl and Cosplay wigs you can try on first.
Remember that your parents, your school or your day job may not be okay with permanent changes such as hair color, piercings or tattoos.
Take your time to grow into your style
It may take time before you feel elegant and feminine enough to sport a Soft Girl look. Or before you feel confident enough to rock a full-on Pastel Goth outfit!
By purchasing small items first, you can start to really "feel" your new aesthetic and the attitude that comes with it!
Cultivating your own aesthetic takes time and effort, so be patient, you'll get there soon enough!
Conclusion
We hope that you found this guide helpful and entertaining!
