Peasant Blouses Explained: Embroidery, Smocking & Styling

Loose, gathered, full-sleeved and usually white: the peasant blouse is one of the oldest shapes in European clothing, and fashion rediscovers it every decade. Behind the romantic name is a...

Magical Engagement Rings: Wonder You Can Wear

Some couples want their ring to feel like more than jewelry - they want it to feel magical. A magical engagement ring captures a sense of wonder and enchantment in...

Victorian Quirks: Celebrating Individuality, Subverting the Most Traditionalist Aesthetic

Isn’t it delicious that in the world of indie fashion, the phrase “traditional aesthetic” is merely a suggestion ripe to be exploited for rebellion?

Indie Aesthetics & Moods

Cottagecore Outfits for Men...As Worn (Mostly) by Women

IndieYesPls is a blog about indie designers and niche aesthetics. So, I did not talk about cottagecore at length because at this point, it’s not super niche anymore. There’s a...

Your 2023 Guide the Synthwave Aesthetic

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel back in time to the 80s? Well, with synthwave fashion, you can do just that.

Prepare to Spoil Yourself This Fall/Winter with this Bimbocore Inspiration

As the colder weather rolls in, there’s no need to forego looking your bimbo-est! To kick start your winter wardrobe, gather some bimbocore inspiration with a selection of stylishly fun...

Indie Designer Profiles

Flossy by Freddy

Flossy by Freddy is an indie designer label created by the YouTube influencer Freddy Cousin-Brown. Her designs are a modern twist on the romantic cottagecore aesthetic. Each piece is intended...

Melissa Leapman

Melissa Leapman is perhaps the most widely known indie knit and crochet designer.

Emilia Wickstead

Emilia Wickstead is a minimalist fashion designer based in London. Wickstead comes from New Zealand and first came to Europe to pursue art studies, not fashion. She launched her career...

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Digital

The Iconic Vaporwave Beach Art: Why Does The Internet Love It?

As the light of the setting sun shines down onto the pink sands of the beach and the surf washes away the neon-lit footprints in the sand; the vaporwave aesthetic...

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Black roses have always been associated with dark feelings and enigmatic beauty. These flowers are not a naturally occurring variety, however, their existence has been subject to folklore and myths...

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Power of Simplicity: 7 Minimalist Hacks for a Stylish and Streamlined Life

In a world drowning in consumerism, the allure of minimalism has captured the imagination of countless individuals. We are all seeking to break free from the chains of distraction after...

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Interior Vibes

An Indie Upgrade - Living Lavishly without Excess: Japandi Decor Inspo

We’re here to spill the tea (or should we say, matcha?) on the ultimate upgrade that will have you living a life of luxury without drowning in excess. This is...

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