The Ultimate brat Summer Style Guide
- By: Ashley Joy Parker
- August 7, 2024
That’s so brat….
Move over, hot girls; this summer, it’s all about being “brat.”
With her new album, Charli XCX has officially declared it to be brat summer. So, what does it mean to be brat? No, it’s not about being entitled or snarky; it’s about owning a f**k it attitude, embracing chaos, and, most of all, serving slay-worthy looks.
In an Instagram post back in June, Charli XCX described her brat album ethos as “me, my flaws, my f**k ups, my ego all rolled into one.”
“You’re just like that girl who is a little messy and likes to party and maybe says some dumb things sometimes,” she continued. “Who feels herself but maybe also has a breakdown. But kind of like, parties through it, is very honest, very blunt. A little bit volatile. Like, does dumb things. But it’s brat. You’re brat. That’s brat.”
Inspired by alt-pop girlies and fully embraced by Gen Z, brat style is a total 180 from the recent quiet luxury and clean girl aesthetic trends. Being brat celebrates messy party animal antics, ultimate cool-girl vibes, a serious edge, and, of course, lime green everything.
“It can be like, so trashy,” Charli XCX said in an interview of the brat aesthetic. “Like, a strappy white top with no bra. That’s like, kind of all you need.”
Other signature brat style must-haves include smudged eyeliner, micro hems, liquid leather, heavy hardware, knee-high boots, grungy street style and lots of Y2K inspiration.
So whether you’re headed to a rave or just strutting your stuff around LA this summer, embrace your inner baddie and shop bonafide brat styles below.