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Some fashion trends require effort, money, and planning to get involved. But this one doesn’t. In fact, you might already be joining the “grotesque dress” movement without even realizing it.
It all started with one woman Kendo S- She posted a video on Douyin (China’s TikTok) in which she appeared in slouchy but comfortable work clothes. The New York Times Kendo S’s boss blames her for her deliberately sloppy clothing.gross” And I told her over and over,To protect the company’s image.“
Kendou S-‘s video went viral, garnering over 735,000 likes and 1.4 million shares. The “grotesque outfit” trend then spread to other social media platforms, such as Xiaohongshu (the Chinese equivalent of Instagram). Young Chinese workers began to trade in typical office wear – ironed shirts, ironed slacks – for uncomfortable, mismatched outfits that scream “I’m ready for bed!” The more ugly and comfortable the better.
The so-called “gross fit” includes outfits that are traditionally not considered appropriate for work: sandals and socks, pajamas, slippers, sweatpants, etc. But that’s the point.
I just want to wear what I want to wear, and I don’t think it’s worth spending money to dress up for work because you’re just going to be sitting around.
— Cindy Luo, Interior Designer
The trend towards rough clothing reflects the changing work culture in China. Rather than embarking on a “busy life” to get ahead, some young people are choosing to rebel and express their dissatisfaction with the current economic situation (fewer job opportunities, increased competition, etc.) by choosing modest comfort over an ambitious lifestyle.
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