Why did i became basic?

 Hellooo guysss, did you miss me? Because I sure did.

Have you ever looked at your old pictures and thought, “When did I lose my sense of style?” If you have, stay right here—this one’s for you.

I can speak for myself when I say that I’ve become pretty basic over the last few years. There’s this trend on TikTok where girls say, “Unfortunately, I will never feel pretty again because I looked like this at 17.”

And honestly? I kind of relate. Sometimes I look back at my old makeup looks, outfits, and hairstyles and think, “Why don’t I do that anymore?” So, I went and I did my research (on TikTok and ChatGPT, of course), and here are the main reasons I found:

Social Pressure

When you express yourself in a unique or quirky way, you’re less likely to fit in—people will perceive you as weird. ( "Trust me I was that weirdo") Some styles only appeal to a specific group, while trendy, neutral looks blend in more easily because they are what “the crowd” is doing. For that reason, you start dressing in a way that feels more acceptable.

Shyness

This one hits home for me. There was a time when I felt really shy and anxious around people, and when that happened, I started dressing as basic and bland as possible. I hated being perceived. I lost my sense of style—just to avoid attention.

Mental Health Improvement

This came up a lot, especially among people who used to be emo. And I know it sounds stereotypical, but as a reformed emo girl myself, I relate to this. I used to be depressed, and my style reflected that. Emo fashion is often associated with darkness and the color black and these are things people don’t necessarily connect with happiness. So I understand that some people naturally gravitate toward styles that feel lighter, more colorful, or more joyful when they're mental improves.

Growing Up

As people grow up, they often start gravitating toward more neutral, classic styles. There’s a shift toward sophistication. I’ve noticed this at work—older clients often tell me they prefer more “sober” pieces over bold or trendy ones. It seems like, for many people style becomes less about making a statement and more about feeling polished and put-together. And you're growing up you are obviously going to develop different likings.

So, What Now?

With all this being said, my goal is to unbasic myself, and honestly? I think you should too—but only if you’re not satisfied with your current style. I’m not saying you need to dress exactly like you did when you were younger, but if you miss being authentic, then find your way back.

Maybe through statement pieces. Maybe mixing elements of your old style with your new one. Try doing it gradually.

For example, I used to wear two puffs all the time, but now I feel like it looks a bit childish, even though it’s a hairstyle I love. So instead, I wear them lower or do a neutral makeup look. Try to find balance. Yeah that's the word— BALANCE.

That’s it for today, guys! I hope you liked this post.

✨ Tell me in the comments—do you feel like your style has changed over the years? Do you miss your old looks, or do you love where you are now?