How To Achieve the Preppy Grunge Aesthetic Like Emma Chamberlain
I think we can all agree by now that Emma Chamberlain is a huge fashion icon. What Emma Chamberlain wears is dynamic, ever changing and kind of hard to pin down. But a quick scroll through her Instagram shows that she has recently got more into the preppy grunge style.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
This article is all about how to dress like Emma Chamberlain and steal her style. We’ll share some Emma Chamberlain outfits inspo to help us nail her preppy grunge aesthetic.
Collared Tops
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Collared tops seem to be a staple in Emma Chamberlain’s closet. She loves to wear button downs under cute sweater vests for that ultimate preppy look. A cropped collared top in a bold color such as in the photo above is also a great option.
Here are some affordable but good quality options that you can try to come up with your own preppy grunge look.
Oversized Poplin Button Up Shirt from abercrombie.com
Collared Ribbed Knit Tee from amazon.com
Collared Button Down Ruched Fitted Cropped Shirt from amazon.com
See Through Tops
Emma Chamberlain’s look during the Vanity Fair Oscar Party was just perfect. It was sexy and grungy but still very polished.
Emma Chamberlain at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account.
You can get a similar and toned down look that you can wear even if you’re not going to an Oscar party. Check out this see through top that you can pair with a bralette and a leather, pleated skirt to get that preppy grunge vibe.
Sheer Pure Mesh Top from amazon.com
Here’s another option that is a bit more dainty and feminine. But wear this top under a cute babydoll dress and finish off with some boots, and you’ve got yourself the perfect preppy grunge look.
See Through Floral Lace Top from amazon.com
Bralette
These sheer tops are best paired with a cute bralette underneath. Of course you can also wear bralettes on their own and throw on a cute jacket or blazer on top.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Silk Satin Triangle Bralette from amazon.com
V-Neck Lace Triangle Bralette Top from oldnavy.gap.com
Leather Skirts
For bottoms, a staple for a preppy grunge look would be a leather skirt.
Emma Chamberlain in a leather mini skirt. Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account.
Here’s a cute option for a leather mini skirt. If you’re not into leather, a great option is to wear a mini skirt made with suede.
Vegan Leather Mini Skort from abercrombie.com
Vegan Suede Mini Skort from abercrombie.com
Pleated Skirts
Of course you can’t do preppy without a pleated skirt. Pair a pleated skirt with an edgy top like Emma Chamberlain below, and you’ve got a grungy, feminine look.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Short High Waist Pleated Skirt from amazon.com
For a really grungy look, you can opt for a leather mini skirt with some metallic accents.
Faux Leather Mini Skater Skirt from amazon.com
Babydoll Dress
Now for something fun and flirty, try wearing a babydoll dress. Pair it with some boots for a casual and edgy look or some stockings and pumps for a quirky and feminine feel.
Emma Chamberlain in a babydoll dress and boots. Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Wilfred Lover Mini Dress from aritzia.com
Plisse Ruched Babydoll Mini Dress from abercrombie.com
Phoebe Babydoll Striped Mini Dress from lovebonito.com
Stockings
To achieve the perfect preppy grunge outfit, finish it off with some thigh high stockings. Here are some affordable but great options from Amazon.
Opaque Stay Up Thigh High Stockings from amazon.com
Sheer Thigh High Stockings from amazon.com
Loafers, Chunky Boots and Pumps
You can opt to pair your stockings with some loafers or chunky boots for a casual look or some pumps for a more girly and “night out” look.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Cut-Out Penny Loafers from charleskeith.com
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Morgane Flat Boot from shoedazzle.com
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Pointed-Toe Pumps from charleskeith.com
Smokey Eye Makeup
Last but not the least, your preppy grunge look won’t be complete without some smokey eye makeup.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Urban Decay Naked Wild West Mini Vegan Eyeshadow Palette from ulta.com
Urban Decay Naked Heat Eyeshadow Palette from ulta.com
Like Emma Chamberlain, don’t be afraid to experiment with different shades of eyeliners.
Image from Emma Chamberlain’s Instagram account
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Pencil Eyeliner in Love Drug from ulta.com
