Warning: Not for the faint-hearted
It was inevitable.
After making waves on the Internet at the spring/summer 2022 shows last year, Miu Miu has virtually taken over the feeds of everyone we know on Instagram.
The outfit in question? The brand’s scandalously skimpy sweater set—yes, that one—shorn off at boob-level and paired with an equally tiny mini skirt. It’s the latest salvo in the Y2K revival that has gripped fashion in recent seasons, thanks in large part to TikTok, Gen Z trendsetters and the renaissance of Aughts stars like Paris Hilton, Britney Spears and more.
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The look has its roots in preppy culture (pairing a sweater with poplin shirts) but also takes its inspiration from the ’60s, with its rebellious spirit and invention of the now-ubiquitous miniskirt by groundbreaking designers like Mary Quant. Miuccia Prada also subverted the disparate threads of inspiration with the playfulness and sexiness that Miu Miu is known for, and threw in a hint of grunge as well for good measure.
In the Instagram and TikTok age, the bold look is a sure-fire way to instant virality—and both celebrities and influencers agree. Closer to home, style stars like Yoyo Cao and Justine Lee have been early proponents of the look, while celebrities from abroad such as Chiara Ferragni, Saweetie and Internet sensation Cindy Kimberly have all been spotted giving the Miu Miu look a go on their Instagram feeds.
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