“Brat summer” is one of the buzziest terms to emerge online in recent weeks, but what is this craze all about and how can you pull it off? We’re here with the answers to all your questions about this viral trend inspired by Charlie XCX’s latest album Brat.
Charli XCX’s Album
Charli XCX’s latest album Brat came out back in June, and it’s giving us some of the best sleeper hits of the summer, from “Girl, So Confusing” ft. Lorde to the viral hit “Apple”. Brat was destined for greatness before it even hit the shelves, and its iconic cover featuring the album’s name on the lime green background became quite a sensation on social media.
How to Be “Brat”?
When asked what it means to be a “brat”, Charlie XCX said, “You’re just like that girl who is a little messy and likes to party and maybe says some dumb things sometimes.” This term has also been connected to party-girl stereotypes, but there’s more dimension to “brat girls” because partying is a way of dealing with the highs and lows of life.
Essential Items
When it comes to nailing the “brat summer” aesthetic, this trend can look trashy and chic, all at once. Leather and lime green clothes are the most obvious picks when trying to pull it off, but black-out sunglasses, a smokey eye, messy hair, long boots, and Y2k-inspired skirts and dresses are also a good fit.