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18 Ways to Shop the Eclectic Grandpa Trend
In 2024, we're dressing like Mr. Rogers.
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The runway isn’t the only place where trends are born. Take a quick scroll on TikTok or Pinterest, and you’ll find a plethora of fun emerging micro trends and aesthetics with equally entertaining names (“Mob Wife,” “Coquette,” and even an “Indie Sleaze” revival).
Arguably, the most interesting and polarizing new style that’s entered the 2024 chat is the “Eclectic Grandpa.” Concocted by Pinterest, who noted a rise in searches with words like “Grandpa core,” this new aesthetic is meant to look, well, old.
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Think cozy knitwear, oversized tweed, chunky loafers and vintage-looking corduroy. It’s a style that embraces the same comforting feeling as your favourite worn-in jumper you wouldn’t dare throw away.
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Eclectic Grandpa is a little bit quirky and, at times, a little challenging to style because it’s less about curating a whole new look and more about embracing vintage pieces or collections you already own. However, if you’re in need of some chunky knits, kitschy socks and a colourful sweater vest or two, you’ve come to the right place.
Shop some of our favourite Eclectic Grandpa finds below:
The Italian Wool Oversized Blazer, Everlane
Price: $312
Nyala Sweater, KOTN
Price: $148
Blue Cotton Rope Vest, Ganni
Price: $325
Jessa Cotton Cardigan, Reformation
Price: $288
Dominico Jumper, Sezane
Price: $190
Dauphin Pleated Pant, Roots
Price: $54.99
Poplin Shirt, Zara
Price: $39.90
Corduroy Flared Trousers, Mango
Price: $95.99
Sherpa Corduroy Trucker Jacket, Levi’s
Price: $148
Font, Fonts, Fonts Sweatshirt, OKAYOK
Price: $145
Sweater Vest, Simons
Price: $50
UV Protection Knitted Cap, Uniqlo
Price: $34.90
Milo Classic Bag, Sezane
Price: $620
The Uniform Oxford, Poppy Barley
Price: $175
Ruthie Loafer, Coach
Price: $229
327 Sneakers, New Balance
Price: $129.99
Reuben Sunglasses, Bailey Nelson
Price: $299
On The Prowl Socks, Floor Play Socks
Price: $18
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