Posts

Showing posts with the label the "Hot Girl" Summer Style Aesthetic Is a Thing (Here's What It Means)

Yes, the "Hot Girl" Summer Style Aesthetic Is a Thing (Here's What It Means)

Image
Fashion is frequently informed by the arts and the artists of the moment; no trend or collection exists within a silo. How we dress is inspired by what’s happening not only in our lives but also within cultural movements of the moment (i.e., men in jewelry or the call to support AAPI-owned brands). And while there are several summer trends living in my mind rent-free, none are as particularly poignant as hot girl style. ICYMI, the colloquial term “hot girl,” was re-defined from its former negative connotation to something positive by rapper Meg Thee Stallion with her album, Tina Snow. It started as a lyric, but the phrase “hot girl” has since become a lifestyle. It’s not just about living your most bougie life but embodying self-love, a positive body image, healthy boundaries and relationships, self-actualization, and of course, sultry style choices. This movement toward more risqué outfits by celebrity style icons has inspired some of the most sizzling fashion trends. But you don’t h