Before anyone freaks out, let’s just clarify that I, myself, am a modern day basic bitch. I like the trends and I’m not dumb enough to deny it. Being basic has always been something of controversy, describing girls as unoriginal or whatever. Honestly, I think the critics are just mad that basic bitches are cute, fun, and trendy. Whatever your opinion about basic bitches may be, one thing is true: Uggs and short fleece North Faces are out. The modern day basic bitch is much more practical. The awkward trends of the mid 2000’s are over, baby. And at the end of the day, while the modern day basic bitch is still basic, her style and personality can only be described as laid back and chill.
1. Timberland Boots
Let me be the first to say, thank f*cking God that Uggs are no longer the uniform winter shoe for basic bitches. Aesthetically, Uggs were so weak. Literally, the things had no traction and weren’t even that cute. Timbos on the other hand are not only urban chic, but they are the perfect shoe for cold weather and snow.
2. North Face/Canada Goose parkas
Zip-up fleece North Faces were probably the most pointless jackets ever. Those things weren’t even warm. And while the short down coats were in for a while, girls’ asses would freeze and when you’re trying to stay warm that completely defeats the point. Also, nobody looked good in those short, bulky puffer jackets. Longer coats will always be more flattering, sorry.
3. Ray-Ban Aviator/Round Sunglasses
Awe, remember when Lauren Conrad and all the celebrities would wear those fat square sunglasses that covered their entire face? Actually, I do, because I owned like three pairs. However, I would never be caught dead wearing those now. For starters, Ray-Ban Aviators look good on seriously everyone. They’re classic and are perfect for any occasion. Tailgate season? Aviators. Hungover brunch with the girls? Aviators. Avoiding making eye contact with that mediocre hookup from Saturday night? Aviators.
4. Iced Coffee
Forget the Pumpkin Spice Latte. A basic bitch knows no season. That’s why real modern day basic bitches get the wonderful, amazing, universal iced coffee. Perfect for any time of day and any season. You’d probably order a hot coffee but waiting for it to cool down to the perfect temperature takes time away from more important matters like... checking your Instagram...
5. Spin or Cycling Classes
While the conventional gym will always have a spot in your heart, there is something about cycling/spinning that the gym just can’t give you. Is it the fact that the surroundings are much more aesthetically pleasing? Is it the fact that those creepy gym beefcakes aren’t lurking around? Is it the fact that it gives you a good reason to buy another pair of Lululemon leggings? I couldn’t tell you, but spinning has arrived on the scene again and I doubt it’s going anywhere soon.
6. Brandy Melville/Free People
The mid-2000’s basic bitch was one dimensional: Uggs, leggings/yoga pants, PSL latte. But the modern day basic bitch knows that a good clothing style means being versatile. It means going from your cycling outfit, to your class outfit, to your bar night outfit. So for the modern day basics that love that bohemian style, there is no better place than Brandy Melville and Free People to get that fix.
Bonus:
The Most Basic Fruit of the Moment: The Avocado
Literally, the most basic breakfast food of our time has got to be avocado toast. Believe me, I’d have it every morning if I could. And when a basic isn't eating avocado toast, she's probably eating avocado some other way: like in guacamole or sushi.
