Grunge Glam: Edgy Outfits That Are Equal Parts Rock and Roll

Grunge style is a throwback aesthetic gift that keeps on giving. From slouchy silhouettes to mismatched prints, grunge style does what other resurgent aesthetics can't: stay effortlessly cool while being comfortable. Unlike the dreaded low-rise jeans, whale tails, and micro-minis of Y2K style, grunge style doesn't demand that you expose a ton of skin with every outfit. Simply put, it's the ultimate in staying calm without trying too hard or trying at all.

Play with plaid

90s grunge took cues from alt-rock culture and, due to Nirvana's massive popularity at the time, plaid flannel became synonymous with button-down grunge. You can modernize this grunge style staple by skipping the shirt and working the iconic pattern through a jacket, skirt or matching set.

Mix n mismatch

Clashing and contrasting prints and patterns are hallmarks of the grunge style. Remember, grunge is too cool to match. If you're not quite confident in your own sense of mismatching taste, try a piece of clothing that combines two different prints, like a patchwork skirt or top.

Bring on the boot

Footwear is a staple of grunge style and, when it comes to boots, the more the merrier. The classic combat boot combines toughness and comfort, two key elements of the grunge aesthetic.

Embrace school spirit

Nothing evokes the OG true '90s grunge aesthetic like an oversized flannel tunic under a varsity jacket. To bring this grunge style into the modern age, fit it with a pair of heeled boots to give it some va-va-voom.