TikTok's Food Inspired Fashion Aesthetics Explained
TikTok's latest trend is deriving fashion aesthetics from food — from hard-boiled egg girls to baked bean girls.
Tomato Girl? Strawberry Girl? Baked Beans Girl?
By now, we are all very familiar with TikTok's tendency to produce niche fashion aesthetics that have become to feel never-ending. While it's hard to keep up with all of them, these aesthetics can sometimes be quite fun to play into, helping us figure out what style preference we want to embody. There's been the simplistic cottagecore, romantic coquettecore, aquatic mermaidcore, dreamy balletcore, quirky clowncore, opulent royalcore, and many more to list.
However, TikTok is taking it a step further than any of us ever saw coming. Content creators are now establishing fashion and lifestyle aesthetics centered around food — a source of inspiration that still has yet to have an understandable explanation. Nevertheless, TikTokers are in fact looking towards fridge and pantry staples to establish their fashion and lifestyle choices. From the romantic Strawberry Girl to the outdoorsy Onion Girl, each food stands for a greater lifestyle type and style inclination — which L'OFFICIEL did a deep dive to better explain each one. Below, we break down everything you need to know about each TikTok food-core, and how to shop the look.
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Tomato Girl
Tomato Girls are the vintage lovers in your life. She is likely taking a Grecian summer vacation, residing someplace near the seaside. In her free time, she loves to sit down and read or add sonnets to her book of poems. Tomato Girls tend to keep it simple when it comes to fashion, drawn toward colors such as creams, soft yellow, and red (of course). Her wardrobe is full of linen dresses, loose pants, lace-embellished attire, and anything with subtle floral prints. Tomato Girls aren't the biggest jewelry wearers, though they predominantly wear anything gold if they do want to slip on a couple of jewelry pieces for the day.
The vibrant hue captures the Tomato Girl aesthetic's signature color in a chic and tasteful way. Its lightweight fabric is fitting for the summer and a relaxed look to wear while vintage shopping with friends.
Cotton Poplin Swing Shirt Dress, $285, Me + Em
The gold floral print gives it a vintage yet artistic feeling and provides a contemporary take on a romantic silhouette. Throw on your favorite ballet flats for an on-the-go outfit or pair it with a soft cardigan when taking walks along the shore on those chilly nights.
Sophie Dress, $525, Rhode
Are you even a Tomato Girl if you don't own a little linen dress? This smocked gem features a subtle bow detail in the center and captures the essence of a seaside European vacation to its core.
Smocked Midi Dress In Linen, $120, J. Crew
Strawberry Girl
To channel the Strawberry Girl aesthetic, think coquette merging with balletcore — a whimsical pink fantasy. A Strawberry Girl doesn't leave the house without having at least one ribbon present and is in love with anything pink. Whenever she's in the big city, her ideal date night is a night at the ballet, though she finds solace living in quieter, more pastoral areas. Ask her what her favorite thing to do is and she could spend all day taking leisurely walks through flower gardens.
Heading out for an afternoon picnic? Opt for this boned-bodice mini dress that is sure to become a quick favorite. While it's great to wear throughout the day, it's easily transitional when having dinner with the girls.
Staud Landscape Dress, $395, Shopbop
There's no such thing as owning too much pink. The puff sleeves and front tie makes this blouse a standout — needing minimal to no accessories for all-day wear.
Adriana Degreas Puff Sleeve Cropped Blouse, $288, Revolve
The flowy silhouette and puffed sleeves give a romantic, whimsical touch — all while still being a timeless piece. Incredibly comfortable, this gorgeous number is perfect for a dreamy night at the ballet.
Selkie The Moonlight Dress, $249, Revolve
Cherry Girl
Unlike the Tomato Girl who is enjoying life off the grid on the Amalfi Coast, Cherry Girls prefer a European vacation in romantic cities such as Paris. Her signature color is red — not the bold tomato red, but a darker, sexier shade. She loves a good wine night with the girls and can spend hours reading a classic novel while enjoying a bubble bath. Sultry makeup such as siren eyes and a bold red lip are her go-to, and there's no outfit she will wear without her favorite pearl jewelry.
This smocked dress is your best bet for a fun date night outfit. As a natural romantic, the heart print is a playful take whilst still being tasteful.
Autumn Adeigbo Winnie Dress, $425, Shopbop
The dramatic bow and asymmetric effect make this a miniskirt you can't pass up. All eyes will be on you as you walk across the Pont des Arts taking in the serene view of the Seine River.
Acne Studios Ibba Tech Poplin Bow Miniskirt, $700, Saks Fifth Avenue
This dress is elegant, opulent, and sensual — an ideal option for cocktail hour. Pair with your favorite pearl necklace and signature bold red lip to finalize the look.
Area Deco Bow Crystal-Embellished Minidress, $610, Farfetch
Baked Beans Girl
There's only one motto Baked Beans Girls live by: Catch flights not feelings. Baked Bean Girls love to travel and are naturally very adventurous. They have simple skin care routines mainly consisting of face masks and gentle cleansers. Each morning you can count on Baked Bean Girls drinking an oat milk iced chai latte with a side of avocado toast. On the fashion front, the aesthetic is all about wearing anything across the entire brown shade range, though there's a bit of versatility when it comes to preferred silhouettes and styling choices.
Always being on the go, a comfortable pair of denim is a must-have. This slit hem adds a subtle chic detail to the black pair and can effortlessly transition from a day-to-night look.
EB Denim Slit-Hem High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans, $380, Saks Fifth Avenue
Don't let the cashmere fool you, it's undoubtedly lightweight enough to wear through the spring and summer seasons. This vest will become a go-to travel essential, as it's great to add to a capsule wardrobe and has versatile styling options.
Lisa Yang Miko Cashmere Vest, $345, Shopbop
You're not a Baked Beans Girl if you don't own brown attire. This Skims bodysuit molds to the figure and can be paired with loafers and jeans for the ultimate laid-back travel 'fit.
Skims Fits Everybody T-Shirt Bodysuit, $62, Saks Fifth Avenue
Mango Girl
The Mango Girl aesthetic is all about enjoying that tropical islander life. She spends her summers snorkeling near Hawaiian reefs or casually swimming in the ocean and is a huge advocate for keeping the sea plastic free. The only water she drinks is from coconuts and she loves any type of fruit. When it comes to her wardrobe, she immediately leans toward anything with vibrant floral prints and bold colors. Having such a love for the water, Mango Girls likely have a separate closet full of swimsuits and are total sunscreen experts.
Just because Mango Girls spend most of their time in the water, doesn't mean you can't make a swimsuit statement. The reinterpreted halter top and trendy high-waist bottoms are perfect for a fashionable day under the sun and easy to pair with your favorite cut-offs and slip-on sandals.
Britt Dani Top, $148, ViX Paula Hermanny
Jessica Hot Pant Bottom, $108, ViX Paula Hermanny
For something a bit more covered, look no further than this Sydney Sweeney-approved one-piece. The high leg cut elongates the legs for miles while the vibrant print brings out your inner Cherry Girl.
Frankies Bikinis x Sydney Sweeney Gemma Wrap One Piece Swimsuit, $180, Frankies Bikinis
Contrary to popular belief, Mango Girls spend time outside of the water too. This ruffled-hemline mini dress is cool, casual, and chic and is as vibrant as all the bikinis Mango Girls owns.
Mixed Romantic Garden Mini Dress, $190, Farm Rio
Hard Boiled Eggs Girl
It's a very peculiarly named aesthetic, but in a nutshell (or should we say eggshell), Hard Boiled Eggs Girls are total skincare enthusiasts. Every week you can catch them enjoying a session at the spa and you'll never spot them sporting unkempt manicures — likely wearing glazed donut nails. Their attire consists of light pastel shades and lightweight fabrics, not one to shy away from styling lingerie as outerwear and adoring slip dresses and cami tank tops.
It girl brand Cultnaked is the go-to label for trendy elevated basics. This versatile and sustainably-made top gives the perfect model-off-duty look as you enjoy a day at the spa.
Liquid Top, $210, Cultnaked
While Hard Boiled Egg Girls are known for their immaculate skin-care routines, they also love a good slip dress. You can wear it on its own when it's particularly warm outside or style it with a lightweight blazer and comfortable sneakers.
Dannijo Maxi Bias Slip With Side Slit, $375, Shopbop
Every Hard Boiled Egg Girl needs a satin skirt in her wardrobe. This pick comes in a soft cream colorway that can be paired with knee-high boots and a turtleneck for the office and transitioned with a cute cami for a fun night out.
Brunello Cucinelli Soft Techno Satin Fluid Pencil Skirt, $1,595, Saks Fifth Avenue
Onion Girl
Onion Girls are huge lovers of the great outdoors. Camping, hiking, horseback riding, archery — name any outdoor activity and they're completely onboard. Overalls, oversized tees, hiking boots, and worn sneakers make up the uniform of an Onion Girl. They are nature lovers through and through and are absolute experts when it comes to identifying succulents.
For the few times preferably spent indoors, this relaxed-fit jumpsuit gives outdoor vibes in a fashion-forward manner. Grab a pair of sneakers and your go-to backpack for a casual look.
Good American Weightless Short Jumpsuit, $149, Shopbop
If you prefer figure-hugging styles, this compressive unitard is an ideal option for uphill hikes or long bike rides. More than that, it's sustainably made with fabric crafted out of recycled plastic water bottles.
Black Bike Unitard, $78, Girlfriend Collective
These will unquestionably be the trendiest pair of overalls in your closet. It's incredibly spacious making it easy to move around in while enjoying outdoor activities, yet chic enough to wear out while shopping or having a lunch date.
Follow The Sun One-Piece, $128, Free People