How To Be An Indie Girl Aesthetic (or Boy!)
The core aim of the indie aesthetic is to depict an idea of stylistic freedom.
With band T-shirts, chunky sneakers, and bucket hats in bright colors, the ‘70s fashion are staples of the indie rock aesthetic.
Initial’ Indie kid’ looks had a more feminine touch, but nowadays, the aesthetic blends indie vibes with Y2K themes in colorful flowers and irregular waist jeans in dark colors.
The Indie aesthetic is easy to replicate with clothes you can shop at thrift stores or from parents’ closets.
The staple pieces of the Indie aesthetic are band tee and crop tops, baggy jeans, skater skirts, platform shoes, and clay jewelry.
Ideally, each Indie garment is color saturated and has a futuristic tone and texture.
With authenticity at the forefront and capitalism on the back burner, the modern indie aesthetic opens the door to innovative styles and looks, so feel free to experiment.
Time to explore 25 examples of classic and modern Indie aesthetics you can create for cheap.
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Indie Flower Knit Sweater Vest
Flowery vests have always been a staple of the Indie aesthetic.
Driven by the growing popularity of light academia aesthetics, vests are also trending on social media.
But, if you want to add a touch of Indie aesthetic and flair to your look, choose a vest with floral elements.
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Indie Cropped Fruit Print Cami
Timeless and preppy, eclectic prints on blouses are a great go-to for any Indie style.
The more, the better, especially when the print is cutesy and in bright colors.
Fruit prints are the best example.
They are some of the best Indie aesthetic fashion staples.
Printed and used on anything, from indie posters to photo walls and collages, fruit prints are the best example.
Some popular Indie style fruit prints are cherry, strawberry, peach, and pineapple patterns.
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Indie Oversized Knit Cardigan
Oversized cardigans are the perfect addition to indie outfits.
Even more so if the cardigan is crocheted with multiple colored knits.
It adds a dose of boho style that goes very well with the Indie aesthetic.
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Indie Aesthetic Crochet Top
Seen as an Indie kid staple and one of the most popular tops in the summer of 2022, crochet shirts are a must.
On the earthy aesthetic side of the Indie fashion look, crochet tops are perfect to pair with oversized jeans and tote bags.
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Indie Style Pleated Skirt With Cropped Top
Pairing a crop top with a pleated fit-and-flare skirt will never go out of style and remains a great go-to for any indie-style outfit.
But, for the ultimate Indie aesthetic, add some indie accessories made of clay or faux pearls.
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Indie Knitted Polo Shirt
Another staple of the Indie aesthetic, knitted polo shirts look amazing on anyone, regardless of your gender or body type.
The oversized polo shirts, in particular, are an Indie clothing trademark.
Yet, don’t be afraid to knit your polo shirt shorter, to let some skin out.
Remember, personal touch and style are vital to Indie aesthetics.
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Indie Style Lace Slip-On
A ‘90s fashion staple, the slip dress was revived in 2022 by indie girls wearing them out on the town.
For the ultimate Indie outfit, pair your lace slip-on with an oversized coat and a pair of chunky Doc Martens.
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Indie Aesthetic Printed Jeans
People wearing clothing made for the Indie subculture know that jeans are anything but boring.
Wear old jeans you already own and augment them with patchwork details and bleached shapes.
And, if you can, add a couple of printed patterns like those found in an Indie wall collage or Indie posters for room aesthetic.
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Crop Top & Indie Wide-Leg Pants
If you’re ever looking for an outfit that is chic and easy to toss on- this would be it.
Effortless and easy to dress up or down, it’s the ultimate street style option for an indie kid.
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Indie Grunge Aesthetic
Heavily influenced by the grunge aesthetic, the Indie-grunge stylistic variation is an excellent choice to make a personal fashion statement.
Blend core grunge elements like leather jackets, heavy boots, and rock jewelry with relaxed indie aesthetics for a unique look.
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Indie Sweater & High waist Jeans
Veering into the oversized ’70s and ‘80s fashion, this Indie look has a casual, homey feel.
You can give it an extra retro feel by adding some Birkenstocks or a large canvas tote bag.
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Indie Aesthetic Flannels
A staple of the 80s rock looks, Flannels are also great for putting together Indie outfits with a bit of grunge inspiration.
You can tuck the flannel in to give it a more timeless Indie feel or crop it.
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Indie Aesthetic Knit Beanies
Every fashion aesthetic outfit has its hat, made to pair well and augment the overall look.
In the case of Indie outfits, the beanie is the most suitable hat.
Combining the homespun look of indie style with a dash of Y2K, the beanie is an accessory you can’t miss.
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Indie Kid Oversized Jeans & Hoodies
As the Indie aesthetic plays into the hands of ‘coming of age dressing, hoodies, and jeans, it makes perfect sense that oversized clothing plays a crucial part in this style.
Plain or printed, oversized jeans and hoodies are Indie clothing staples that will give your outfit a unique style.
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Indie Style Vans Shoes
Initially launched for skater kids, Vans shoes have become shortly after a total Indie aesthetic element.
Simple and affordable, Vans shoes can transform any outfit from basic to extraordinary.
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Indie Baby Tees & Tennis skirts
With a preppy take on the classic Indie aesthetic, Indie baby tees and tennis skirts are loved by ‘old money’ fashion lovers.
Put the look together by pairing a short, pleated tennis skirt with a cropped baby tee.
For an extra stylistic touch, wear chunky loafers, and claw clips.
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Indie Floral Skirt & Cropped Tank
Similar to the look of pleated tennis skirts and baby tees, this style oozes Indie mixed with Y2K aesthetics and a dash of late ‘60s fashion.
Floral skirts and cropped tanks are the perfect transition outfits between summer and fall.
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Bra Top & Indie Style Baggy Jeans
If crop tops aren’t showing enough skin for you, then a bra top is!
Popularised in the late ‘90s fashion and early 2000s fashion, those that follow Indie fashion can’t get enough of this style.
Moreover, when paired with big bottoms or baggy jeans, this style becomes the most characteristic Indie look.
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Indie Skirt & Oversized Argyle Sweater
While wardrobe essentials in this fashion category, pleated, Indie skirts are pretty hard to come by.
However, if you have one, pair it with an oversized argyle sweater to get a rare combination of dark academia and indie looks.
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Indie Style Tank With Loose-fitting Jeans
Pairing large pants with small shirts is another classic look of the indie clothing style.
Go for light, girly colors on both top and denim.
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Indie Aesthetics Neon Matching Sets
Since Indie clothing has roots in the ‘70s fashion, matching sets are a big part of the aesthetic.
In 2022, some of the most worn Indie matching sets are in super bright, neon colors that make you stand out with ease.
Great to wear by themselves or with a hoodie, Indie matching sets are a powerful fashion statement.
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Indie Camisole & Jeans
By now, you might be questioning why the Indie aesthetic obsesses over the outfit combination of jeans and various mini tops.
That’s because camisoles deliver a rare vibe of sexiness that matches remarkably with casual jeans.
Pair the look with a baguette purse for an extra Indie touch.
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Indie Printed Mini Skirt & Cropped Top
Mini skirts with Indie patterns matched with cropped tops give the ultimate ‘coming-of-age’ vibes.
Seen as the standard indie dressing style, the look is affordable and can be easily put together.
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Indie Aesthetic Crochet Dress
Another garment relevant to the aesthetic, after the Indie crochet top, is the Indie crochet dress.
Go for complicated weaves and color schemes that can deliver a complex stylistic ensemble.
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Indie Core Accessories
Some of the most popular Indie kid looks are completed with pearls with clay beads accessories.
You can also wear butterfly clips, plastic jewelry, and layered chains, especially if you want to depict a blend of aesthetics, such as Indie Y2K or Indie Grunge.
Conclusion
The core message of the Indie aesthetic is stylistic independence through and through.
Choose less formal styles and go for freedom depicting elements like floral, heavy patterned, and bright colored clothes.
Blend these Indie aesthetic elements with oversized garments, like hoodies and jeans, to depict your own Indie aesthetic style.
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Which one of these indie aesthetic ideas is your favorite and why?
Are there any other indie aesthetic outfits you’ve tried and want to add to this list?
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