Subversive Basics: Get to Know the Microtrend That Started on TikTok
And what is Subversive Basic?
The term, which was popularized by a video made by trend researcher Agus Panzoni, describes clothing items that follow a completely subversive and anti-utilitarian style. That is, a piece that would previously be basic and cover parts of the body now has transparency in places it should cover - such as the nipple area, for example - and excessive cutouts, which makes the initial function of the piece irrelevant. It is almost Parnassian: just fashion for fashion's sake.
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Like other dystopian and futuristic microtrends that emerged after the COVID pandemic, the Subversive Basics trend comes as a creative response to the turbulent period experienced by society, in addition to referencing the grunge trend of the 90s, which corresponds to the theory of trend recycling that always occurs in fashion.
The Subversive Basic trend is seen on runways, represented by brands such as Mugler and Nensi Dojaka, but it also draws attention for being a style that can be easily recreated at home, with the famous DIY. You can customize your basic pieces and use your creativity to create a futuristic and daring look.
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How to embrace Subversive Basic
Just remember the core idea of the microtrend: to re-signify the basic. Always using innovative cutouts, transparency, and reinventing ways to use pieces in a less obvious way: a dress can be a crop top or a skirt, tights can transform into gloves, and so on.
Finally, remember that subversive basics is a trend that embraces sensuality, daring, and creativity. You can re-signify your pieces however you want.
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