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?

Country Opulence: Slxtty Makeup Looks with the Cottagecore Vibe

Victorian style may have reigned over the 19th century, but today we have Beyonce and the aesthetic of that opulent age of country fashion and beauty continues to cast a...

Clean Girl Aesthetic Vibe: Pretending Girly Naivety For Fun And Games

They say that femininity and self-expression know no boundaries. This season, the world is generally (and understandably) in the mood for goth. We’re here for it, as you would know....

Indie Aesthetics & Moods

Darkcore Aesthetic Outfits: What is darkcore and how to do darkcore in fashion?

In fashion aesthetics, there is no standard definition for the sub-genres. That means the lines get blurry and there’s a lot of overlap between aesthetic outfits in darkcore, emo, gothic...

Army Aesthetic: Soft Militarycore Guide & Inspo

The “army aesthetic” is a fashion aesthetic that is sometimes referred to as “militarycore.” It is a type of streetwear similar to techwear, but it will feature even more tech-looking...

Baggy Jeans Outfit Aesthetic

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Indie Designer Profiles

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...

Xiao Li (Knit High Fashion from London)

Xiao Li is studied at the Royal College of Art. The world took notice when she presented a beautiful collection in 2013. She made garments in which she combined knitting...

Melissa Leapman

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

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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...

Dark & Mysterious: Black Roses on Wallpapers for Desktop and iPhone

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...

Lifestyle

Bows, Beats, and Fierce Fashion: Channel The Big Glam Every Day

I know that bows are not the first thing you imagine when I say k-pop, but… are you ready to take your fashion game up a notch? The latest fad...

The Beauty of Contrast: 5 Instagram Accounts that Celebrate Duality

Finding harmony in contrast is that kind of duality that brings balance and beauty to our lives. The principles of several different art forms rely on it, and yet in...

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

10 Guidelines for a Gorgeous Minimalist Home

Minimalist homes have been increasingly popular ever since Millennials started having a say in things interior decor.

Flowers for Coquettes: How Fresh Blooms Can Transform Your Living Space

Adding fresh flowers to your living space is like bringing a touch of nature indoors.

The Art of Pattern Photography for Aesthetic Focus

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