Soft grunge is a very popular fashiona direction that finds expression not only in clothing, but also in accessories, hairstyle, and makeup. The style was quickly picked up by young people, at all times striving for self-expression, a daring manifestation of their individuality and denying any conventions. What is the history of style, what are its features and how to apply it in your wardrobe without shocking others? Read all about it below.
The word grunge is translated from English as"unpleasant, repulsive," and in another embodiment as a "barn." On the basis of what, in general, the very idea of style becomes clear: the negation of conventions, glamor chic and the rules of good tone too. He originally appeared in music and was one of the directions of hard rock. A prominent representative of the Grunge style at the musical Olympus is the cult band Nirvana, whose work has openly demonstrated its pessimistic, aggressive and careless attitude to life. It was in that era that grunge was born in clothing. Fans of hard rock simply began to imitate their idols, which appeared on the scene in torn jeans “not the first freshness”, shapeless and faded T-shirts, with long untidy hair.
The style was literally outside the boundaries of fashion.It would seem that there he stayed, but designers could not pass by - lovers of everything provocative and new. Scratching and washing, adding a bit of chic, they brought the grunge to the podium. The first to do this was Marc Jacobs in 1993, literally blowing up the world of fashion. In an instant, he became popular and after a while he founded his own brand, Mark Jacobs, now known to all fashionistas.
A natural question arises: what does it mean soft grunge? Literally, this is "soft Grunge", that is, not soshocking, bold and principled. There is a place for bright colors and skirts, accessories, floral prints and knitwear, and the usual heavy army boots replaced more comfortable and varied shoes. Soft grunge is a version of the style available to every fashionista. However, he is still focused on those who are free and relaxed, not afraid to stand out from the crowd.
The style seems simple only at first glance.It is important to properly collect in one-piece and stylish image enough "capricious" things. Otherwise, you risk looking at least untidy. We draw your attention to how to avoid mistakes, what things to choose and what to prefer.
Soft grunge is carelessness, simplicity andlooseness However, all these aspects must be carefully considered. You need to turn to sources, to where it all began. Basic things of style have remained unchanged since the days of Kurt Cobain. So, if you decide to turn to the soft-grunge style, then the following elements should be found in your wardrobe:
There must be a scuff effect,worn The combination of various textures looks especially good: wool and chiffon, ragged denim and leather. Pay attention to the trend of layering, in this case, it is welcome. Put on several things at once. T-shirt under a loose T-shirt, two sweaters, scarves, jackets on top, etc.
Must be remembered when choosing Soft Grunge that thisstyle protest, challenge, but at the same time it promotes convenience and comfort, calling as it were "not to bathe" about the appearance. Prefer brutal, massive shoes. Artificially aged models are welcome. These can be berets, lace-up boots (grinders, camelot), boots with a steady heel and a wide shaft, low and high sneakers, shoes and sandals on a massive, thick sole (platform) without any decor.
Дополнить образ рекомендуется рюкзаками, original clutches, sacks, but by no means classical handbags. From the jewelry fit large bracelets and rings made of leather and wood, heavy chains, braided baubles, glasses of the original form.
Unlike its heavy progenitor soft grunge allows some liberties to fashionistas.So, instead of worn old jeans it is quite possible to use short shorts from denim (not only dark, but also light), as well as other black material. The images on the first and third photos clearly demonstrate this. The main thing is not to forget about dark tights and massive shoes. In the first case, you see a variant with a voluminous knitted sweater, in the second - with an original blazer, the cuffs and lapels of which are made of checkered fabric. Unusual replacement flannel shirt, which looks in a way organically.
Soft grunge is not only jeans, but also quitefeminine skirts. What they will be, you decide. Now there is no shortage of models, moreover, you can order the style that suits you from a tailor. Welcome to the length of the mini, fabric in a cage and dark tights in addition, as in the photo above. This is a stylish youth option for every day. For those who want to experiment, fit the skirts to the floor of a flying knit fabric with a faded floral print.
Do not write off and old (both literally and figuratively) jeans, which, in fact, is associated soft grunge at the mods.Fashion has moved away from those models that were worn at the dawn of the birth of style, but instead offered very interesting options. Designers boldly play with images and experiment, combining things that are completely different in their style. WITHoft grunge with ripped jeans became more sleek and acquiredglossy thanks to open tops and corsets, leather jackets with a print, as well as original shoes. If desired, fashionable women can find a place even for classic black boats, but still it will be more correct to put on massive and rough shoes.
