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16 Baddie Outfits That'll Help You Slay the High School Hallways Year Round
Go off, queen 😌
TikTok and Instagram are always shaping fashion trends, from dreamy cottagecore to glitzy night luxe. Some are really easy to identify, like the '90s and '00s-inspired kidcore, while others are a little harder to nail down. The typical "influencer" look is one of those nebulous trends (like, it's kind of just a vibe) you might not've been able to really pinpoint, but we're here to tell you that the Air Jordans, corset tops, biker shorts, and Kardashian-worthy contour all fall under the category of the one and only baddie aesthetic. Calling someone with killer style a "baddie" started in pop culture slang back in the 2010s, and is now a term used to describe a specific style aesthetic that a lot of influencers love to rock. Here's what you need to know, and how you can hop on the trend with some baddie outfits of your own.
The popular aesthetic takes major inspo from Instagram influencers and beauty gurus, and typically involves corset tops, chunky gold jewelry, bling-y mini dresses, bucket hats, and cool sneakers. It encompasses a range of occasions — you can dress like a baddie for homecoming or prom in a glittery pink bodycon dress, but you can also channel that Main Character Baddie Energy at school in baggy, ripped jeans and hoops. While certain baddie styles like crazy cutouts and micro-mini skirts might not be dress code-approved, it's 100% possible to still give off baddie *energy* in math class with the right attitude.
Although there are trendy styles that a lot of baddies love to wear, know that at the end of the day, being a baddie is truly in your heart. It's cheesy, but it's true — the aesthetic is about wearing what makes you feel like your most slayful self, which could be anything from basketball shoes to velvet dresses. We're rounded up our top tips and tricks below to help you put together baddie outfits for every occasion, no matter what type of 'fit you feel the most confident in — consider these staples to be your gateway to embracing the bold aesthetic.
Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.
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