The Eclectic Grandpa Trend Inspires the Younger Generation

Over the past months, a trend inspired by the art of dressing like our grandfathers has flourished on social networks. With their colorful cardigans and corduroy pants, the neo-grandpas embody a form of natural elegance, from a different time.

Digging into your grandparents’ wardrobe is an initiation rite. Originally, the process consists of finding beautiful pieces, with a vintage twist and made in a time different than ours and then adapting them to current tastes.

 But what would it be like to keep these finds as they are, put them together and create a look entirely copied from that of your grandfather? This is the whole principle of the trend which responds to the pretty name of “electic grandpa” or the broader “grandpa core” which is flooding social networks.

Accumulating a few million views on TikTok, the two terms designate comfortable looks inspired by ancestors, a little old-fashioned, a little masculine, but above all fun, since that is what the term eclectic emphasizes. Dressing like a “grandpa” from head to toe, in 2024, is above all a matter of relaxation.

Colorful tops

On TikTok, many users present their version of the grandpa core showing tha Relaxation come in a loose silhouette. “Tight on the body” is avoided, in favor of wide and cozy cuts. Shirts with pointed collars, short or long sleeves, polo shirts and worn T-shirts form the basis. Wool or mohair cozy cardigans are added, then covered by tweed suit jackets, waxed cotton canvas jackets lor trench coats. Bonus point for anything sleeveless, from a crochet sweater to a quilted vest. In terms of color, anything works.

Bottoms without restraints

In grandpa's wardrobe, the corduroy is undoubtedly the star of the show. Warm and timeless, it combines comfort and almost involuntary elegance. Then come the pleated pants to take center stage; they are chosen large and straight and are also worn in the form of Bermuda shorts. Additionally, vintage jeans will always find a place, as long as they are as rugged as their owner, and are worn high waisted. Check The Art of Styling High-Waisted Pants for more ideas and inspirations.

A mix of accessories

The adopters of this trend explain that if there is one thing to know, it is the must-haves that they wear every day. These must-haves are, in fact, accessories like a worn leather belt. As we, accessories add a fun and colorful touch. Tie (or bow ties), flat cap (or simply cap) and colored socks (cashmere, of course) sit perfectly with the Electic Grandpa trend.