What is the "twee" style and how to implement it

2023-05-07 16:00:35

If the way the main female characters in series like “Euphoria” or “The New Girl” dress catches your eye, you should know that this has a name: it’s called the “twee” style. Keep reading and we’ll tell you how to implement it.

Last update: 07 mayo, 2023

The style two it had been around for a while, in the early 2000s and also less than a decade ago. But has once again prevailed thanks to the trends set by social networksparticularly TikTok.

This fashion is characterized by adopting elements from the 50s and 60s, combined with some more current pieces. Keep reading and we’ll tell you more about how you can incorporate it into your outfit.

The twee aesthetic

The word used to designate this trend in fashion is a distortion, in a good way, of sweet, that is, “sweet”. Such would be the way of pronouncing a child. And indeed, many people would agree that the style two It has a bit of sweetness and childishness.

This can be seen in items like Peter Pan collars, hair in bangs or in curlers, miniskirts, and flats. It’s an old-fashioned yet current fad, embraced by a hybrid generation, including the Zlos millenials and even some baby boomers.

But it is also said that it goes a little further than clothing. In Twee: the gentle revolution in music, books, television, fashion, and filmthe American journalist and writer Marc Spitz affirms that the phenomenon is identified with values such as freedom, softness and kindness, driven by an ethic of kindness and a sensitivity opposed to the social imperative to be cool.

On the other hand, one can speak in a broad way of aesthetics two linked or influenced by artistic manifestations:

Literature: JD Salinger, Sylvia Plath.
Cine: Wes Anderson’s films are considered an example of the two.
Music: Belle and Sebastian, indie in general.
TV shows: The new girl. By the way, this was for a long time the style adopted by the protagonist of said series, Zooey Deschanel, who has been called the queen of two. Her character appears sometimes with dresses and bows, other times with tights and ballerina shoes, and she always appears innocent, sweet and does not speak sarcastically or ironically at all.

Additionally, we must highlight the influence that other stars have generated in this regard, such as Taylor Swift. Although at present it seems that the position of sovereign is occupied by Lexi, from the series Euphoria (character played by actress Maude Apatow, in cover photo).

How to implement the “twee” style?

Its characteristics include extravagance, as well as preciousness, the fetishization of childhood, nostalgia, the vintagethe influences retro from the 60’s and 70’s. All this is manifested with a more romantic, feminine and colorful air.

One of the peculiarities of the style two it is that this mixture of the new with the old lends itself to the incorporation of second-hand garments, which in turn makes it a more accessible fashion for the majority. An explanation of its popularity? Possibly.

But let’s take a closer look at how to implement it. Take note of what you should have in your closet.

Dresses and miniskirts

A-line mini dresses are preferred. Some are usually sleeveless.

They are fitted at the waist and a little open at the hip.. Cut to mid-thigh or a little above the knee. The straight miniskirt and other types of skirts, such as flared ones, are also used.

Point’s jacket

The calls cardigans they are inevitable in this look. They can be soft tones or vivid prints. Yes indeed, the bigger they look, the more two they will seem.

Tights

Since comfort is sought, leggings are another essential element in this outfit. They can be dark, like the ones Zooey wears, or diamond, checkered, floral prints, with animal print…

Shoes

There is less tendency to wear heels. In fact, ballerina shoes are considered typical of the style twowhile being very practical.

Although nowadays high boots and Oxford shoes are also incorporated, as well as various types of moccasins, with white socks, in a collegiate style.

necks

Another notable feature is the oversized collarseither the Peter Pan type or the so-called goofy collars. In case you are interested, there are some that are removable and that you can combine in different ways, to achieve several layers (they say that this is also typical in the look).

Colors

Colors are usually pastel, although not exclusively. Likewise, dark tones can be seen in dresses, brown in shoes and sometimes silver in ballerinas, as well as various prints, some very retro.

Complements

You can complement your clothing with berets or a hat (Bogart or Fedora) and preferably a small bag. This can be leather or fabric tweed. Even gloves are allowed.

Hairstyle

Hairstyles that go well with this style are the bob with bangs (a la Anna Wintour); O well with the bangs framing the face, the hair layered and a little disheveled. Do not forget a bow, for the childish touch.

Vintage

And remember that the twee should always have your touch vintage. So here you can introduce something that you have obtained in second-hand markets. Look for items from the 1960s and 1970s or designed after the usage of those decades.

The return of Two

The fashion twee began to prevail at the beginning of the millennium. His reign was soon over, replaced by a more retro. Then, in 2010, it was on the rise again: that’s what the wardrobe of the Tumblr girls implied.

The highest point is reached in 2014. It decays and we find it again in 2022, although it is claimed that it now reappears with current parts. It seems to be a cyclical phenomenon.

But why this resurgence? The same is attributed to TikTok.

A peculiarity that is observed in the aforementioned social network is that guidelines are given so that this style is available to everyone, whatever the type of body or even the budget available. Besides, the applications that exist today make everything that it means to make second-hand purchases more accessible and simpler. Remember that this process is the basis of the style we are talking about.

It should be remembered that it is not just about look, but also a way of being. More innocent or pure, kinder and more pleasant to deal with, with an interest in music, reading and romantic movies. Although this vision is also partly criticized for being considered a somewhat stereotyped femininity.

Be that as it may, if you have in your wardrobe some clothes that are twoand this style catches your eye, dust them off. Apparently, in 2023 the trend will continue.

COVER PICTURE: EUPHORIA.

What is the “twee” style and how to implement it