INDIE SLEEZE ERA

A curated time capsule of fashion, lifestyle + internet culture from The Midwasteland’s Hipster roots (’07 – ’12). The Indie Sleaze Era. Think: Tumblr blogs, flash-lit mirror selfies, American Apparel-core, and Top 8 drama. Before influencers and the algorithm, there were personal style blogs and a dream.

A woman in plaid shorts and boots walking down the street.

Poll: Smells Like Twin Spirit

I saw this picture of MK Olsen and nearly lost it. I know flannels are…

9021-Bingo

Waiting for my rerun of Sex And The City to come back on, I happened…

2008 Pitchfork Music Festival Fashion Chicago Street Style

Pitchfork Music Festival Fashion 2008: Sunday

A window display of a woman in black stockings.

Siting: American Apparel (#2)

It seems that Mr. Charney is tapping into the Midwest’s potential as a fashion resource.…

Style Guide: Chicago with the Cool Kids

Our hosts: Mikey Rocks and Chuck Inglish of the Cool Kids Location: Chicago Personal style:…

chicago street style fashion blog

Meee-oooww

Jeanie I could lie and tell you that the best part of my wardrobe is…

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A person holding onto a belt with a floral design on it.

Giddyup! Cowboy-core is The Next Hipster Aesthetic Trend

We spotted three different guys, all with totally different aesthetics sporting belt buckles. One, two,…

A woman with red hair and a black dress.

Pretty Girls Make Graves…Smiths Night @ Danny’s

{insert name here} Dress: Vintage (Santa Cruz, CA) Kris Dress: Vintage (Clothes Optional) Sadie Shirt:…

Two women standing next to each other on a sidewalk.

Pitchfork Media Festival: 07.14 – 07.15

Look: “Hollywood” Montrose Inspiration: A dream catcher Quote: “You’re like the SECOND person that took…