

The vintage subcategory is perhaps the most versatile under all aesthetic fashion. Image Source: Pinterest/Honeycomb Hippie, Nine Lives Bazaar Apart from common elements like checkered bottoms, black stockings and biker jackets, accessories in silver and black tones like layered chokers and black beaded pieces are also a part of this aesthetic style. The grunge aesthetic is edgy and rebellious, with a hint of preppy added to the mix. Think oversized shirts, band t-shirts, wide-leg trousers and combat boots, including a whole lot of black and darker tones. Most sought-after during the 90s, grunge fashion was made popular thanks to the underground music revolution around that time. Image Source: Pinterest/ava, HoneyWattpad


Some ideal outfits may include bombers with cropped tees and high waist jeans, as well as loose trousers with fitted tops and sneakers. Common elements also include checkered knits, detailed denims, cropped and oversized silhouettes. Indie fashion is not mainstream and may include a whole lot of earthy tones and thrifted pieces, giving it a mix of retro and vintage vibes. Much like the overall concept of ‘Indie’, indie fashion is also a lot about independent and individual self-expression. Image Source: Pinterest/Cosmique Studio, Emmanuela Diaz

The different subcategories under aesthetic fashion may vary by a lot, so we’ve rounded up some outfits that best explain each subcategory. During the Tumblr movement, users started mixing grunge, gothic and sporty styles, which were most popular during the time, especially amongst teenagers. For example, recent years have seen a rise in popularity for the 90s and Y2K aesthetic fashion. While aesthetic fashion emerged during the Tumblr movement in the early 2010s, different subcategories of aesthetic fashion have been more popular than others through the years. While the younger generations are more likely to embrace this style of clothing, aesthetic clothes can be worn by anyone as it essentially involves a good looking outfit and allows one to express themselves, in a way, they find pleasing. The categories are also based on fads of specific decades such as the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Thus, there are various subcategories under aesthetic fashion as a whole including indie, grunge, soft-girl, vintage and more. Different people find different things aesthetic depending on their personal tastes. Unsurprisingly, aesthetic fashion is ever-changing and a much broader concept. Aesthetic fashion is all about the art of style including all that is pleasant to look at.
