Girl, let me tell you! 💁🏾♀️✨ I’ve been on a serious fashion deep-dive lately, and I just had to put together this collection of outfits that make my heart sing.
And yup, this post is all about my favourite downtown girl style aesthetic!
From what to wear when you’re just chilling at home to those “everybody better look at me” moments, I’m sharing all my secrets.
These are the fits that have my friends texting “WHERE did you get that?!” 📱
So grab your favorite drink 🍹, get comfy, and let’s talk about how we’re about to level up your closet this season! 🔥
That said, I’ve gathered 10 downtown girl fashion elements and style.
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1. Embrace downtown aesthetic with a pleated skirt
If an aesthetic downtown look can only be pinned to one garment only, that has to be the pleated mini skirt.
Not only it’s always in style with its classic plaid, it just goes with EVERYTHING and elongates your legs visually.
Whether you team it with a crisp white tee for summer or an argyle sweater for the chill days, it just looks cute AF.
By the way, if you think plaids are too sweet for your style, opt for the solid hue.
Together with a nice pair of combat boots, you just look cute but not too girly!
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2. Downtown girl style at school
Ripped jeans aren’t allowed in schools but I think it really depends on how revealing it looks.
If that’s a baddie-style tripped jeans that show a ton of skin, that’s a no-go.
But if your jeans only have a slight cut around the knee area, I guess that’s okay.
Or else, mom jeans are another cute choice.
I love teaming them with my high platform Converse Top.
3. Stay swaggy in leggings
Want to look comfy with minimal effort? Throw yourself a pair of leggings and you’ll be all set.
To spice up the look, a cute top is KEY.
I’ll always go for the oversized graphic hoodie for a dash of laid-back vibes.
Alternatively, if you want to elongate your legs visually, teaming it with a crop top is a no-brainer to accentuate your high waist area.
These days, pairing mid-calf socks with leggings is such a chic combo.
To maximize the color contrast, team the white socks with black leggings just look gorgeous.
Try it out, girls!
4. Stay casual with sweatpants
Can you wear sweatpants to school? For sure.
After all, comfort is what matters.
Don’t worry, wearing sweatpants DOES NOT mean you’re giving up yourself, it really depends on how to style it.
Instead of going with another slouchy tee, why not go for a monochromatic look?
Not only it’s stylish, putting on a similar shade just unites your figure and makes you look taller visually.
Another tip, I’d say wear a high ponytail if you have a chubby face like me. Why?
Because that can elongate your face and contour the round cheeks altogether.
Truly, that makes a difference.
5. A bougie teenage schoolgirl
Well, that’s tricky but is this possible? YES.
Of course, I’m not telling you to buy designer bags and chunky earrings to flaunt around.
What I mean is harness the power of neutrals.
Think shades like beige, dark brown, and cream, these sophisticated hues can truly elevate your style.
Bougie girl is more than the outfits so please take care of your hair as well!
A real bougie will always have glowy, healthy hair and have her hairstyle on point.
The easiest hack is adding a delicate headband, it just signals people you’ve given a thought to your style.
6. Downtown girl look in pastel shadea
If the bougie style isn’t your thing, let’s not forget pastel is the new black.
Seriously, no one can carry those romantic floral hues better than a sweet 16.
And guess what, many studios have shown that wearing pastels can make you appear to be more approachable and likable to other boys and girls.
A cute dusty pink denim jacket set? It just screams “Bad vibes don’t go with me”!
7. Academia aesthetic x downtown style
Can you dress like Type-A girlie without sacrificing your style?
An academic aesthetic look just works wonders.
Whether that’s dark academia or soft academia style, get experimental with them to create your one-of-a-kind style.
For classy vibes, choose dark colors like deep red, browns, and patterns like plaids.
If you don’t have a good vintage watch, at least get yourself a black high-neck top, plaid dress pants, and oxford shoes.
INSANELY PREPPY.
8. Overalls as a refreshing yet sexy blend
Believe it or not, Overalls aren’t only for 6-year-olds, you can look flattering as a teenager as well!
To make this less juvenile, go for the black and dark blue hues instead of the light-washed denim just to seal the deal.
If you pair them with an off-shoulder top or a crop top, that’s how you add the right dose of spiciness.
As a petite girl, I love wearing denim overalls and flared jeans as the bell bottom just elongates my legs like magic.
Addicted.
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9. Fall downtown girl style – layer up!
There are thousands of combos if you layer the look but I’d say teaming a pinafore dress with a high-neck top is such a JEM.
For a beige monochrome look that screams fall vibes, team a beige beret with the plaid pinafore dress is definitely too darling for school.
If you want to boost the aesthetic, definitely wear the beige socks for the matchy-matchy look.
10. Cute downtown girl hairstyles
Last but not least, let’s talk about hairstyles.
Why is that important?
Because that just makes you look cute and stylish even in a white tee and jeans.
Despite my favorite – the super high and super easy ponytail (this is irresistible), you can always do some quick and easy updos.
Think a twisted Up-bun and a sleek updo that looks extra polished.
And of course, the braided top knot is another amazing choice for school, it just screams “I’ve got a style and I KNOW it”.
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FINAL THOUGHTS:
So ladies, here are the 10 aesthetic downtown outfit ideas.
What do you think about these thoughts?
Whether you are in middle school or college, I’m sure these fashion essentials will work wonders!
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