Fairycore 2.0: The Must-Have Updates for Your Closet

If fairy grunge has always been more than just a passing vibe for you, then you already know the struggle. You’ve built a wardrobe full of dreamy, mystical pieces, but keeping it fresh? That’s a whole other quest. The aesthetic keeps evolving, and while some fairy staples will never die (tiered skirts, we see you), others are fading into the mist.
So, if your fairy grunge look is starting to feel a little stuck in time, consider this your style update. Let’s talk about the pieces that are still enchanting, the new details giving major fairy energy,and what we might just leave in the pages of history.

Fairy style has never been just a phase — it’s a whole way of dressing, layering, and existing. But if you’ve been paying attention, you’ve probably noticed a shift. The wings are still there, but the edges are sharper. Butterfly prints? Darker. Maxi skirts? Longer, lacier, and layered to perfection. Accessories? Think oversized, worn-in, and straight out of a mystical flea market.
Take Chappell Roan, who’s basically the patron saint of modern fairy grunge — she’s mixing ethereal silhouettes with raw, rebellious energy. The vibe? Less bright, floaty fairy, more haunted nymph who reads tarot in a dive bar. So, what’s still enchanting and what’s fading into the mist? Let’s get into it.

Fairy style is shifting, evolving into something deeper, moodier, and more effortlessly worn-in. Some elements remain timeless, while others fade like a forgotten spell.

Butterfly prints are still a staple, but they’re taking on a darker, moodier feel. Maxi skirts? Always. The more lace, the better. And of course, distressed knitwear is forever—it’s giving wandering through an enchanted forest for centuries and looking effortlessly cool while doing it.

Accessories are getting chunkier, like bohemian jewellery stacks that look straight out of a mystical flea market. Slitweave details are bringing that perfectly tattered, undone edge. And the colour palette? Think earthy neutrals—sand, stone, pewter—layered up for that effortlessly ethereal feel.

But let’s be real—some pieces have had their moment and are now fading into the mist. Hanky hems and sleeve crop tops? They once defined the whimsical fairy look, but now they feel more dated than dreamy. Open-knit crochet shrugs? If it’s not authentic, it’s out. And those bright tie-dyes and neon nature tones? The fairy aesthetic has taken a darker, more grounded turn, embracing deep earth tones, washed-out pastels, and antique-inspired hues. The vibe is less playful pixie, more mysterious woodland muse—and honestly, we’re here for it.

If fairy grunge is in your soul, then keeping your wardrobe feeling fresh is just part of the magic. Mix in new textures, update your silhouettes, and evolve your style while staying true to what makes you feel enchanted. Need some new pieces to breathe life into your fairy closet?
Explore our Fairy Grunge Collection and step into your next era!