Indie Sleaze
aka Tumblr Grunge, Electronic Rock Aesthetic
"The party never ends"
A chaotic, maximalist revival of the mid-to-late 2000s party scene. Emphasizes flash photography, hedonism, and messy styling.
Atmosphere
The sensory world of Indie Sleaze
Crowded clubs, house parties, blurry streets
Philosophy
Imperfection is authenticity
Who Lives Here
The character archetypes that embody Indie Sleaze
The Party Girl/Boy
The Band Member
What It Rejects
Indie Sleaze exists in opposition to:
Minimalism
Curation
Filters
Daily Rituals
The practices and behaviors that define this way of living
Flash photography
Wired headphones
Thrifting band tees
Origin
Revived in the early 2020s as a nostalgic reaction to the polished "Clean Girl" aesthetic.
Era
2006-2012 (Original), 2022-Present (Revival)
Regions
London, New York, Los Angeles
Trend Score
Key Elements
Key Garments
- •American Apparel hoodies
- •Metallic leggings
- •Checked shirts
- •Wayfarer sunglasses
- •Skinny jeans
Silhouettes
- •Messy
- •Skinny
- •Low-rise
Color Palette
Gritty urban palette with 2000s club flashes
Primary Colors
Secondary Colors
Accent Colors
Key Brands
Materials
Cultural Context
Party photography, nightlife, digital cameras, messy hair