shabby chic

Originating in Great Britain and popularized in the late 1980s and 1990s, "shabby chic" is a style that emphasizes vintage charm and comfort.

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Definition

B2Fashion

(clothing, style)A fashion trend where clothing is designed to appear aged or worn.

Example

  • She loves the shabby chic look, often wearing clothes with a vintage or distressed appearance.

B2Interior Design

(decor, style)A design style that combines vintage items with a soft color palette to create a charming, slightly distressed look.

Example

  • The shabby chic aesthetic often includes antique-looking accessories and worn fabrics.
  • Her living room is decorated in a shabby chic style, with distressed furniture and pastel colors.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "shabby chic":

scruffy chicold-fashioned look