Soft Grunge

Proving Playful Energy Looks Best for a Grunge Girl

Grunge and alternative styles often feel dark and moody, but it doesn’t always have to feel that way. Mixing it up, whether that’s with color or layering or pieces, can be playful and just the energy a grunge girl needs! In this look, I really wanted to have some fun with my outfit. I wanted…
This Look Is Giving Dark Academia Energy This Spring

Linen? Florals? In spring? Groundbreaking, I know! But hear me out. We’re not out here in pastels. We’re giving moody dark academia girl and it’s a whole vibe you’ll want to lean into! Before I really leaned into my dark and moody colors, I would often just try to go with the trends and whatever…
Embrace Bold & Colorful Patterns for a Grunge Academia Look

Step out this spring wearing your spring best-that is, bold and colorful patterns! When you think of bold and color, you likely don’t think of grunge or dark academia. But this outfit proves otherwise! This top feels wrong on so many levels, and yet it’s perfection. It’s sort of an obnoxious square repeating pattern, paired…
Sheer Tops in Spring? An Easy Look for a Casual Night Out

When I was younger, I never knew what to do with a sheer top. I was often drawn to them, but I was always at a loss on how they could be styled. But now? I run toward a sheer top! I think sheer tops are so fun, because you can really play with how…
Try Out a New Way to Tuck in Your Flannel This Spring

Flannel isn’t just for fall; it’s a grunge girl staple! But I’ve got a new way to tuck them in that’s perfect for spring. When the weather is up and down, layers are your best friend. It may feel like summer in a crop top like this in the sun, but in the shade? Maybe…
Mixing & Matching: The Easiest Way to Make Your Outfits More Interesting

Styling your clothes in new ways is all about mixing and matching. Being playful is the key! This soft grunge outfit is the perfect example of that, so let’s get into it. A grunge girl loves her sheer shirts, and this look is no different! In order to find this fit, I mixed and matched…
Everything Your Resident Grunge Girl Wore in March

Time flies when you’re having fun, as they say! And have fun I did! March was full of trying new things, from mixing soft grunge with dark academia to sexy dark feminine vibes to even a pinch of y2k! I wore casual soft grunge outfits, but I also leaned into date night outfits as well…
A Button-Down Shirt Is Now Your Cutest Top

This soft grunge work outfit is one that truly stands out from the crowd. This button-down shirt isn’t just an accessory or layering piece–it’s the main event! I love just how many ways there are to style a button-down, so let’s get into it! Soft grunge work outfits can be tricky. Grunge in and of…
Elevate a Simple Look: Tied Together with a Scarf Belt

One single element can completely change an outfit, like this scarf belt. Without it, this soft grunge with some y2k sprinkled in is cute, but it’s missing something. With the scarf belt? It really elevates the outfit and gives it some personality! Not only does the scarf belt give the outfit some personality, but it’s…
Layers Look Better On You When They’re Lace

Leveling up means lacing up–lacing up your outfit, that is! Every grunge babe needs lace in their wardrobe. No ifs, ands, or buts about it! Lace not only can make your outfit more alternative or grunge, but it can also just make it more interesting. And if you’re into the maximalist vibe, the added layer…