Charli XCX has always been that artist. From her debut studio album “True Romance” to 2022’s “Crash,” she’s put out some of the most memorable hits of the last decade, whether on her own or by working with other stars. Her latest release, though, has sent the already-renowned British singer-songwriter into a whole new stratosphere that extends beyond music. As you surely already know, we’re well into “Brat” Summer.
After the release of the album’s first single, “Von Dutch” (plus an A.G. Cook remix featuring everyone’s favorite pop-girl freshman, Addison Rae), featuring lyrics like “It’s okay to just admit that you’re jealous of me” and “I’m just livin’ that life,” fans were locked into the confident, fierce and brutally honest mentality — and the bright-green color palette — of the “Brat” era. On top of the head-banging songs that make even the most devout homebody want to go out to the club, the 31-year-old’s latest also includes vulnerable tracks about her everyday insecurities and paranoia of being a woman, like “Sympathy is a knife” and “Girl, so confusing.” With each heart-wrenchingly relatable ballad and lighthearted upbeat party anthem, the album manages to make the highs and lows of life feel worth celebrating.
Photo: Julien Lienard/Getty Images for Balenciaga
“Brat” has also ushered in a very specific style era for Charli XCX. With the help of longtime stylist Chris Horan, the artist has fully committed to the hyperpop nightclub “party girl” aesthetic, favoring brands like Balenciaga and Marni while embracing grungey mesh, “Matrix”-looking leather and oversized silhouettes. And listeners have eagerly embraced “Brat” green as a summer hue, inspired by the album cover. In fact, searches for “Charli XCX” on Depop were trending in June, up 212% month over month, according to the online reselling platform.
Whether you’re already in a “bumping that” mindset for the season or you need to “work it out on the remix” with somebody before September, there’s room for every type of person to have the perfect “Brat” girl summer. Keep scrolling to see our picks for neon-hued accessories, pieces from (and inspired by) Charli’s own “Brat” wardrobe and more.
Get Charli’s ‘”360″ wine-stained look without the mess.
Evadehouse Wine Tank Top, $75, available here
For traveling “to the airport” in style.
Béis The Weekender in Citron, $131, available here
If “360” is your favorite track…
Charli XCX I’m Your Favorite Reference Tee, $40, available here
“I’m just living that life.”
Von Dutch Monogram Espresso & Lime Trucker Hat, $89, available here
“Call me Gabbriette, you’re so inspired.”
Mac Cosmetics Lip Combo by @Gabbriette, $52, available here
No need to “guess the color of [her] underwear.”
Vaquera Trouser Chaps, $460 $230, available here
Charli’s preferred sunglasses of the “Brat” era.
Givenchy Giv Cut Rectangle Sunglasses, $600, available here
For when you need to “Talk talk.”
Bailey Hikawa Ishi Phone Case in Chartreuse, $59, available here
As worn by Charli XCX during her Boiler Room set.
Merchstored Charli XCX Cult Classic Boiler Room T-Shirt, $19-21, available here
“Bumpin’ that.”
Apple AirPods Max, $549, available here
To share with the girl who you has the same hair as you.
La Bonne Brosse N.02 The Small Care & Detangling Hair Brush, $125, available here
“Girl, how do you feel being a girl?”
Re/Done x Pam 90s Baby Long Sleeve Girl Sparkle Tee, $250, available here
“I wanna grow the apple, keep all the seeds.”
Valerie Chic Aventurine Apple Chain Necklace, $134 $108, available here
Every “365 party girl” needs a black leather mini dress.
LaQuan Smith One Shoulder Collared Mini Dress, $1,750 $1,225, available here
“I snag my tights out on the lawn chair.”
Nude Barre Footed Opaque Tights, $35 $21, available here
“Sandals on the stirrups of the scooters.”
Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Slide Sandal, $50, available here
Another “party girl” necessity.
Helsa Mesh Long Sleeve Tee, $148, available here
Smell like a green apple that *isn’t* rotten right to the core.
Henry Rose Smyth Eau de Parfum in Green Apple, $120, available here
For vacationing in a “place that can make you change.”
Monday Swimwear Paloma Top, $84, available here and Paloma Bottom, $80, available here
“With the razor-sharp tongue stuck to skinny cigarettes.”
JeganMonesArt Brat Charli Album Lighter, $10 $9, available here
For a “Brat”-approved graphic liner.
Half Magic Chromaddiction Matte Eye Paint + Liner, $25, available here
“Is it showing off my brand new lower back (temporary) tattoo?”
Inked by Dani Bad Babe Temporary Tattoos Pack, $13, available here
To “jump (in) if A.G. made it.”
Zadig&Voltaire Igata Leather Biker Boots, $879 $704, available here
“Used to sit in my bedroom, putting polish on my toes.”
Pleasing Citrico Vibrante Cremoso Nail Polish, $18, available here
For a post-club refresh.
Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber Hydra-Gel Eye Patches, $55, available here
“So stylish, baby tee is all gone.”
Studio by Brandon Blackwood Ribbed Crew Neck Crop Top, $35, available here
“Yeah, it’s 2 a.m., and she’s out there, in the sheer white dress, wearing last night’s makeup.”
Cuup The Long Slip Dress in Botanical Lace, $178, available here
This “Brat” bra is “all see-through.”
Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Fishnet Lace Peekaboo Bra, $70 $17, available here
“Capri(s) in the distance.”
Skims Soft Lounge Capri, $48, available here
“Wipe away the residuuuuue.”
Ogee Gentle Glow Cleansing Cloths, $28, available here
“Crazy girl shit, gonna go spring breakers.”
Top Headwear Three Hole Neon Colored Ski Mask, $11, available here
Something to keep the password to your Google Drive in.
Papier Demi Hardcover Notebook, $28, available here
To match your “Neon orange drinks on the beach.”
Rachel Antonoff Spritz One Piece, $188, available here
“You had a power like a lightning strike.”
Mejuri Pavé Diamond Lightning Bolt Charm, $180, available here
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Source: Fashionista.com
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