It’s 2023, we are ready for new fashion trends! If 2022 is the year of the rise of Y2K style, well, this year it is said that twee fashion will dominate the 2023 fashion trend. When it comes to fashion, the old is (always) new again. Likewise the twee aesthetic style, following the indie sleaze trend. What is twee mode? Twee fashion is a fashion style that was popular in the mid-2000s to 2010s, and is synonymous with the Tumblr era – calling fellow Tumblr girlies: It’s your time to shine (again).
Twee fashion is popular nowadays (especially among Gen Z), thanks to TikTok. This nostalgic style conveys a retro feel from the 60s and 70s. Shown with elements of bright colors, feminine style, cute and artsy, as well as hipster and indie touches that make it look quirky. Zooey Deschanel (also in the film she starred in “(500) Days of Summer”) and Alexa Chung are the faces of strong twee fashion trends. Another inspiration for the twee aesthetic style can also be seen from Taylor Swift’s style in the “Speak Now” and “Red” eras. If you grew up in the 2000s, of course you are no stranger to this style.
Before going viral on TikTok, twee fashion actually made a comeback on the runway. Coach, Anna Sui, Miu Miu and Dior have all predicted a return to this trend. Coach, which carries inspiration from the 60s era, features the dominance of the A-line silhouette, which is a strong part of the twee style. Anna Sui also presents a gothic mini dress with an adorable collar detail. Meanwhile, the mini skirt, which is part of the viral collections of Miu Miu and Dior, does not miss showing this Tumblr style.
However, the popularity of twee aesthetics nowadays cannot be separated from the role of thrifting and secondhand shopping trends, as reported by Vogue. In recent years, shopping for preloved fashion items has been on the rise. Luxury brands like Valentino have facilitated the buying and selling of preloved luxury goods through the Valentino Vintage program. It should also be noted, the increase in the search for preloved items also goes hand in hand with the increase in awareness of love for the earth – which is cool.
How to appear in twee fashion style in 2023? It’s time to reinvent your wardrobe with twee fashion wardrobe staples. Retro cardigans, mini skirts, A-line dresses, Peter Pan collars, and the following outfits should be incorporated into the styling formula to achieve Tumblr-era style with modern updates in 2023. One thing’s for sure: Layering and mixing and matching prints is twee essential .
Mandatory Twee Fashion Outfit
Peter Pan Oversized collar
Twee fashion is always attached to Peter Pan collars. So, collars that at the time appeared to be of normal size, now appear to be oversized full statement sizes. Get this detail on blouses and dresses, or a detachable collar.
Ballet Flats
Ballerina-style flat shoes are not only comfortable and practical, but also have a vintage feel, which is the main element of twee fashion. Ordinary ballet flats may seem too old-fashioned. Then choose a model with a different silhouette and texture to make it better.
Printed Tights
A twee look isn’t complete without patterned tights. To create a quirky impression, tights with floral and animal prints are a good idea, combined with a mini skirt which is also an integral element of the throwback style.
Mary Jane shoes
Mary Jane shoes are another classic staple in twee fashion. Whether it’s a flat shoe or platform silhouette, this shoe model will create a preppy look with a retro touch that takes our style a decade back.
Pleated Mini Skirt
Back in 2014, we can see pleated mini skirts becoming a kind of Tumblr girl uniform outfit on the platform’s page. Apart from pleated skirts, A-line skirts are also involved in creating the cute, kitsch, and quirky twee-aesthetic-style look.
Vintage Inspired Bag
Forget for a moment the classic bag. The twee style era played more with bags that had vintage silhouettes, unusual shapes, and retro materials like tweed. Unique, colorful bags will make any twee style mix-and-match outfit routine more valid.
