“im not like other girls”
Her Campus at Columbia Barnard
I’m not like every other girl… I’m exactly like them
Her Campus at Coastal Carolina
But is it Basic?
‘Basic’ as a concept has been thrown around for decades. In short, basic translates to a simple achievable aesthetic. However, basic now-a-days seems to be more commonly associated with...
Her Campus at UPR
On Being Unapologetically Basic
Let's be unapologetically ourselves without caring what other people think.
Her Campus at U Conn
What’s Wrong With Being Basic?
The basic girl. We all have a similar idea of her in our heads. In 2016, she was to be seen in her fold-over UGG boots, Victoria’s Secret PINK leggings...
Digital
The Real Problem With Slang Like “Basic” & “Cheugy”
When you call something "basic," the patriarchy wins.
Her Campus at CU Boulder
Utilize a Capsule Wardrobe to be Sustainable and Economical
You need to get dressed for the day, but it seems like a dreadful process. Everything’s a mess and nothing matches.
Her Campus at VCU
It’s Okay to Be “Basic”
Most women I know have been called "basic" at some point or worse, have called another woman “basic.”