The past year was all about the sleek, minimalist vibe. We embraced quiet luxury and the clean girl aesthetic—ditching labels and swapping out vibrant hues for muted tones and neutrals. But as usual, trends come and go, and the tides are changing once again. This time around, we’re seeing less of the clean girl look and more of the over-the-top, messy, maximalist style. You've already met the mob wife—now, let us introduce you to the newest aesthetic that’ll help you kiss the clean girl goodbye: the rock star girlfriend.
What is the Rock Star Girlfriend Aesthetic?
The rock star girlfriend is all about reviving the grittiness of rock and roll. Drawing inspiration from the muses of rock stars spanning the '70s to the '90s—think Anita Pallenberg, Pattie Boyd, Pamela Anderson, and Courtney Love—its appeal lies in its messy, lived-in look.
Fashion choices include fur coats, morning-after makeup, stockings, leather, platform shoes, graphic tees, oversized jeans, and pops of red, creating a look that exudes confidence and mystery. It's a rebellion against the perfectly polished trends, inviting you to embrace imperfections and the devil-may-care attitude that comes with the look.
And no, you don't need a partner to rock this aesthetic. Draw inspiration from the iconic muses of the past or look towards more modern examples such as Alexa Chung, Kourtney Kardashian, or better yet, our very own Maris Racal—actress, singer, and the better half of one of our favorite OPM musicians, Rico Blanco. She's not just a literal rock star girlfriend—she's also got the style to match!
LOOK: Maris Racal’s Rock Star Girlfriend Aesthetic OOTDs
1. Fulfilling her rock star girlfriend duties, she showed her support for Rico Blanco during Rivermaya’s most recent reunion concert donning a red crop top paired with a black denim jacket, shorts, black stockings, and platform boots.
2. During soundcheck, Maris went for a casual '90s-inspired look, sporting a plain white tank tucked into straight-cut denim jeans. Topping it off was an oversized black leather jacket and a pair of Ray-Bans for that finishing touch.
3. This time, she channeled the '70s with her long fringe, oval-shaped Celine Triomphe sunglasses, bell-sleeved crochet top, and, of course, who could forget the choker?
4. Taking a more contemporary approach, Maris goes for an all-black ensemble, pairing a black cropped tee with a black denim maxi skirt and knee-high leather boots.
5. Leather is a rock star girlfriend staple. This time, she opted for a moto-inspired leather jacket thrown over a loose cropped tank top, baggy jeans, and a pair of Kill Bill Onitsuka Tiger sneakers for that pop of color.
6. Another must-have to achieve the rock star girlfriend look? Band tees. And in Maris’ case, what better than to throw on a shirt featuring her rock star boyfriend’s name? To complete the ensemble, the actress-musician paired it with oversized pants and a matching oversized shoulder bag.
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