Some TikTok trends make sense. Others, not so much. Enter the tomato girl summer aesthetic. Surprisingly, it has little to do with tomatoes. Let’s discuss!
What Is the Tomato Girl Aesthetic?
The tomato girl aesthetic is a neat take on a classic afternoon in Italy. Close your eyes and picture this: You’re sitting outside at a charming café on a cobblestone street. You’re eating gelato while taking in the tile mosaics and indulging in the retro vibe. What are you wearing? Probably something inspired by coastal living:
- Light sundresses
- Embroidered linen two-piece set
- Raffia accessories
- Gold jewelry
- Silk scarves
- Gingham fabric
- Crochet designs
The color doesn’t particularly matter, though the palette lends itself to warm earth tones, delicate blues and whites, and soft reds.
What Celebrities Have Hopped Aboard the Trend?
(image via people via @haileybiber / @billieeilish)
The trend doesn’t only live online. In fact, a ton of celebrities have hopped aboard, including Billie Eilish and Hailey Bieber. If you check out Eilish’s IG from 2021, you’ll see her wearing a corset with tomatoes on it. Recently, Bieber was seen in France sporting a red pinstripe shirt, promoting the aesthetic.
Our Tomato Girl Summer Picks:
Subtle Ruffle Tank
Our Pick: Free People Melanie Tank ($58, shop here)
Free People offers this soft floral tank that’s inherently romantic. Great to wear with boyfriend shorts or jeans.
Cover-Up
Our Pick: By Anthropologie Sasha Cover-Up Dress ($98, shop here)
The ruffles, the bow, and the ease of this dress will make you feel comfortable wherever you wear it. It’s easy to accessorize with any crossbody, jewelry, or shoes.
Puff-Sleeve Top
Our Pick: Abercrombie & Fitch Drama Puff Sleeve Poplin Top ($60, shop here)
Combine a plunging V-line, a smocked back, and dramatic puff sleeves…What do you get? A slim-fitting blouse that’s hard to turn down. Perfect for a sunny day with a white linen skirt.
Lace White Top
Our Pick: Princess Polly Silvanna Top White ($50, shop here)
This is a trendy throwback, and we are here for it. The V-neck makes it much more desirable.
Midi-Dress
Our Pick: Reformation Afternoon Dress ($178, shop here)
This entire outfit supports the tomato girl summer trend, but the color was created to mimic that of a tomato leaf.