Sortd’s Guide To Wearing The Clean Girl Aesthetic
It’s rare for a fashion trend to remain relevant season after season, but the Clean Girl Aesthetic doesn’t look like it’s going away any time soon! The clean girl aesthetic is all about exuding effortless beauty. Think simple, neutral clothes, dainty accessories, slicked hair and minimal, natural-looking makeup. This trend is at odds with the Mob Wife Aesthetic and Brat Summer Energy, and is more about pairing together simple pieces to create a classic, clean and effortless look.
Not sure how to dress for this trend? We’ve handpicked our favourite, low-effort and affordable clean girl products to get you started with this trend.
Accessories
Accessories play a key role in dressing like a clean girl. Don’t be fooled by thinking that simple accessories don’t make a statement. These are core to the clean girl vibe and no outfit will be complete without them. When accessorising for this trend, opt for simple and dainty styles in neutrals or golds. These are your everyday accessories that you’ll put on everyday without a second thought.
The Isobel Watch by Cendre is the perfect accessory to achieve the clean girl look. This 18k gold plated vintage style features a small white watch face that’s supported by an elegant jubilee strap. This watch is delicate and simple yet helps elevate your look from basic to clean girl.
No outfit is complete without a claw clip! The Amber Hair Claw from Cotton On is an affordable alternative to the trending Emi Jay clip. Style your hair in a french twist and secure with a claw clip for the ultimate clean girl look.
Loungewear
Undoubtedly the best part of the clean girl fashion trend is that comfort is key. Think elevated loungewear, knits, neutral activewear and matching sets. Light colours are core to this trend, so sorry to all the girlies who love to wear black on black everyday! It’s time to add some neutrals to the mix.
The Issy Wool Blend Jumper from Dissh has gone viral for a reason. The double-zip functionality means you can wear the jumper in multiple ways, and the slouchy fit makes it perfect for all body types. Styled with some blue low-cut baggy denim jeans for a relaxed look, or with a pair of suit pants for a more elevated look.
Any trend that involves wearing activewear is a win for us! The Sculpt Tank from Leelo Active is comfortable, supportive and oh-so-flattering. Pair it with the matching flared leg pants for an effortless everyday look.
Shoes
We all know by now that Adidas Samba’s are the #1 clean girl shoe. However, everyone needs some variety in their life so we want you to see beyond the Samba when shopping for your next clean girl-inspired outfit!
The New Balance 574’s are a stylish and comfortable shoe that can easily be paired with any piece in your wardrobe. The soft pink colour detailing adds a touch of feminity to the shoe, and differentiates them from other dad-style sneakers. Style with a pair of jeans for a casual look, or with white socks, a mini skirt and a blazer for a more refined look.
For your more relaxed days, the Ultra Mini Platform Uggs are the perfect addition to your outfit. The Uggs trend is one we’re absolutely here for and we’re so happy that something so comfortable is acceptable to wear when you’re out and about. This lightweight but durable uplift gives you 3 inches of elevated height while keeping your feet unbelievably snug and stylish all day long.
For your home
The clean girl trend transcends your wardrobe! Styling your space with simple, neutral decor is a great way to embody this trend in your home. Clean girl spaces should exude calm energy so fill your space with candles, lamps, vases and throws but make sure you avoid the clutter!
The Manhattan boucle throw from Adairs is perfect for adding texture to your lounge or bed. This will be your new go-to throw when getting cosy with a cup of tea and a book.
The Muse Capiz Shell Trinket Dish from La Abode is a statement piece that dresses up your coffee or console table. In a beautiful natural colour, this piece is simple while still adding a lot of value to the space.
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Published 08 August 2024
