Granny chic has been a popular look for the past couple of years. However, lately, with trends like midi skirts, mules/slides, and structured bags becoming increasingly popular, this jolie laide aesthetic has become more widespread.

The hardest part about dressing granny chic is, well, not looking like an actual granny. (Because, unless you are actually granny-aged, dressing too much like one would be a little strange. Similarly, an elderly person dressing exactly like a college student would be equally weird.)

So, there should be an element of cheekiness to your look. This means acknowledging that, yes, you are wearing a dress that looks like it belongs to someone triple your age. (But also, you look pretty fabulous in it!)

How do you do this, you ask?

Well, the easiest way is to incorporate one or two more modern elements into your look. These elements could take the form of an updated silhouette or an of-the-moment accessory. That way, you end up looking youthful and modern, rather than too old and out-of-place.

If you want to learn more about how to pull off the granny chic trend, simply keep reading!

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Outfit #1

Products: Shirt – Everlane, Heels – Sole Society, Skirt – Mango, Cardigan – Uniqlo, Watch – Nordstrom, Necklace – Shopbop, Earrings – Nordstrom, Bangle – Nordstrom, Bag – Zara

This outfit has plenty of granny-inspired elements. But, crucially, it manages to remain modern thanks to its more modern features, such as the skirt’s uneven hem and the bag’s quirky clasp.

To create this look, I chose a loose-fitting short-sleeved shirt, which is meant to be tucked into a pleated midi skirt with a fun, vintage-inspired print. Next, I added a simple lightweight cardigan over top.