The Modern Artsy Aesthetic

Everyone needs to start painting their jeans.

POSTED BY JOSEPHINE ALLEN

The other day, I found myself in Socktopus, not because I particularly needed new socks, but because I enjoy having a browse. I remember a time when socks were considered the absolute rock bottom of Christmas gifts, but nowadays, with the success of stores like these that sell quirky and vibrant options, I think people look at them much more favorably.

Images via @carlaplaceresp @lowbarreiro

 

 

It got me thinking about the mid-2010s Tumblr artsy period. Days when mustard yellow, berets, and oversized glasses ruled the internet. The fact that you can still buy a pair of colorful sunflower socks shows that this trend is still living on in some form.

Images via @customwildness__6 @partypoison048

 

 

Painted jeans were also a staple of the time, and they seem to be back in. Jeans are the epitome of an nondescript clothing item, yet the minute you whip out the fabric paints, they say so much more about you and your tastes. My friend painted a tiger on her jeans not long ago, and I've been envious, to say the least.

If you also have a longing for the artsy aesthetic to fully return, here are my Fizzypicks.

Front view of two pairs of socks. One pair has yellow, red, and green stripes with blue details. The other is solid blue. Both feature fruit embroidery.

ZARA
2-Pack Solid, Striped & Embroidered Fruit Of The Loom™ Socks
$35.90

 

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BRUNELLO CUCINELLI
Monili Wool Beret
$750

 

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LA DOUBLEJ
Cropped Printed Flared Jeans
$450

 

Short yellow collared dress set with short sleeves, front zipper, and flap pockets, sunglasses, and black boots.

ZARA
100% Leather Zip-Up Mini Dress
$169

 

Mushroom Core Crew Socks 3-Pack

URBAN OUTFITTERS
Mushroom Core Crew Socks 3-Pack
$30

 

view 1 of 6 x We The Free Emily Carpenter Jean in Ubi

FREE PEOPLE
X We The Free Emily Carpenter Jean
$198

 

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GUCCI
Interlocking G Cotton-Blend Socks
$240

 

Grateful Dead Dancing Bear Crew Socks

URBAN OUTFITTERS
Grateful Dead Dancing Bear Crew Socks
$12

 

Cream crewneck sweater set, grey sweater tied at the waist, dark wide-leg pants with a floral print, and handbag.

ZARA
ZW Collection Baggy-Fit Mid-Rise Floral Jeans
$129

 

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THE FRANKIE SHOP
Noxley Wool Beret
$145

 

view 1 of 6 x We The Free Good Luck Printed Barrel Jean in Sun Fade

FREE PEOPLE
X We The Free Good Luck Printed Barrel Jean
$148

 

Market Studios Sunflower Graphic Hoodie Sweatshirt

MARKET STUDIOS
Sunflower Graphic Hoodie Sweatshirt
$120

 

Mustard long-sleeved button-up shirt with tabs, dark cropped wide-leg pants with a belt, and black shoes.

ZARA
Twill Tab Detail Shirt
$49.90

 

Icon Embroidered Quarter Crew Socks

URBAN OUTFITTERS
Icon Embroidered Quarter Crew Socks
$15

 

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LORO PIANA
Cashmere And Silk Hat
$695

 

Close-up of ribbed red socks with a pink cuff, paired with black loafers and dark trousers.

ZARA
Contrasting Double-Layer Ribbed Socks
$14.90

 

Market Studios Sunflower Graphic Tee

MARKET STUDIOS
Sunflower Graphic Tee
$48

 

Long beige coat outfit, dark patterned shirt, wide-leg mustard pants with front pleats, and black belt.

ZARA
ZW Collection Pleated Pants
$99.90

 

Peanuts Snoopy Icon Quarter Crew Socks

URBAN OUTFITTERS
Peanuts Snoopy Icon Quarter Crew Socks
$15

 

White blouse set with ruffles and a tie neckline, and light blue jeans with a floral print on the legs.

ZARA
Mid-Rise Long Straight Floral Jeans
$79.90

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