Think of the latest TikTok aesthetic, the Vanilla Girl, as the neutral sister of the Clean Girl, the chic cousin of the Mall Girl and the granddaughter of the coastal grandmother who rummages through her closet. While she may wear Uggs and flared leggings, she sticks to a minimalist palette of white, cream and beige that feels effortlessly chic. Perhaps that’s why #VanillaGirl has already totaled over 394 million views on TikTok.
Scandinavian minimalism, monochromatic dressing and layering-loving It Girls like Hailey Bieber and Matilda Djerf inspires the spring 2023 fashion trend. Everyday essentials include oversized sweaters, tan pants, white sneakers and vanilla-flavored lip gloss. Drawing on nostalgia for the Pumpkin Spice Girls and early 2010s hipsters, a Vanilla Girl’s wardrobe isn’t complete without Uggs and flared yoga pants.
While many fashion trends on TikTok come and go, expect the cozy fabrics, casual comfort and creamy color palette of the Vanilla Girl aesthetic to always be there. And with the help of these Amazon finds, looking like a Vanilla Girl is as easy as clicking Add to Cart.
1. Advay Slip-On Boots
Considered #basic just a few seasons ago, Uggs are gearing up to be one of the biggest fashion trends of 2023. We can thank Generation Z and TikTok’s Vanilla Girls for bringing this cozy shoe style back into fashion.
Buy: Advay Slip-On Boots
2. Easy Pullover Cashmere Sweater
If a Vanilla Girl is going to splurge on one wardrobe essential, it’s a cream-colored cashmere sweater that she can wear with anything and everything. This versatile crew-neck style is perfect for transitional layers at the office and at home.
Buy: Easy Pullover Cashmere Sweater
3. High-waisted, wide-leg slouch jeans
For denim, the Vanilla Girl aesthetic relies on classic comfort. These slightly distressed slouch jeans have a retro feel that transcends all the TikTok fashion trends.
Buy: High-waisted, wide-leg slouch jeans
4. Vanilla Sky Eau de Parfum
If you’re wondering how to smell like a Vanilla Girl, it’s all thanks to Skylar’s heavenly Vanilla Sky fragrance. Notes of bergamot, sandalwood and caramelized cedar keep this vanilla scent from smelling too sweet.
Buy: Vanilla Sky Eau de Parfum
5. Sade Hoops
Every day hoops make your most casual outfits look neat. Think of these chunky gold hoops as your new pair of glasses, whether you wear them with a tan tracksuit or a cream blazer.
Buy: Sade Hoops
6. Bootcut yoga pants with a crossover waist
The Vanilla Girl aesthetic isn’t afraid of early 2000s trends, including bootcut yoga pants. These critically loved flared leggings have a crossover waist that will make you look snatched.
Buy: Bootcut yoga pants with a crossover waist
7. Crème Brûlée Scented Candle
Unlike most fashion trends on TikTok, the Vanilla Girl aesthetic transcends fashion to home decor. This hand-poured vanilla candle smells like freshly baked goods without being too sweet.
Buy: Crème Brûlée Scented Candle
8. Teddy Bear Fleece Jacket
Fluffy like vanilla frosting, this buttery yellow plush coat will be your favorite jacket for spring. Its oversized fit makes it easy to layer.
9. 2750 Cotu Classic Sneakers
White sneakers are the cornerstone of any Vanilla Girl’s shoe collection. But these timeless sneakers from Superga aren’t just for the teens at TikTok. Kate Middleton, Emily Ratajkowski, Jessica Alba, and countless other celebrities wear them regularly as well.
Buy: 2750 Cotu Classic Sneakers
10. Oversized turtleneck sweater dress
Oversized knits are a staple of a Vanilla Girl’s cold weather wardrobe. With its stretchy ribbed knit, roll-up sleeves and loose fit, this critically loved turtleneck sweater is the definition of comfort.
Buy: Oversized turtleneck sweater dress
11. Vanilla Beige Lip Balm
TikTok can’t get enough of Summer Friday’s lip balm (21 million views). But for lip care, Vanilla Girlies only have one scent in mind.
12. Lexie Pleated Front Pants
Dressing like a butter plate has never been so chic. Style these easy-going tan pants like you would a pair of black pants.
Buy: Lexie Pleated Front Pants
