Z Investigates: How to Wear Tie-Dye Like an It-Girl
Tie dye is one of those prints that makes people smile. It's interesting to look at. Happy. Fun. The print's hippie roots evoke a sense of nostalgia for 70s style, perhaps an innate longing for the spirit of peace and togetherness that Woodstock-going hippies seemed to enjoy. An emotion that's certainly needed in a time when face masks and PPE are becoming everyday accessories.
Not to mention, tie dye is a recurring favorite amongst our favorite celebrities. When stalking celebrity style in the name of summer outfit research, there were a few outfits that kept popping up. It seems that even It Girls have their go-tos.
Might we suggest yours is Zeitgeist?
Zeitgeist Investigates: How to wear tie-dye like an It-Girl
Let's face it. Our Summer 2021 wardrobes will revolve around casual clothing. After a whole year of not wearing real pants (or more often than not, any pants at all), it's unlikely that any of us will be racing back to our skinny-phase skinny jeans anytime soon. Instead, we'll happily go on living in the oversized clothing and comfortable fabrics we shamelessly enjoyed during stay-at-home orders.
The No-Pants Look
The no-pants look— a tried and true celebrity summer outfit— requires little more than an oversized t-shirt (and a pair of perfectly pilates-toned legs). During a time where pants are now optional at company Zoom meetings and talk show appearances, going pants-less to the grocery store doesn't seem all too strange. But please, for the sake of everyone, do not actually go pants-free. Mastering this celebrity look only requires creating the illusion of going sans pants.
Kim Kardashian
Oversized tie-dye tee + sneakers + statement bag
Kim Kardashian is never one to shy away from the no-pant look, and here the Queen of Athleisure has done it again in an oversized lavender tie-dye tee. By pairing her $35,000 metal Dior saddle bag with a casual outfit, she artfully mixes high fashion with everyday athleisure. While Kim Kardashian's outfit may look truly pants-free, look closely and you'll see the tiniest sliver of her signature bike shorts.
To achieve the errand-running look for yourself, pair one of Zeitgeist’s oversized bleach tie-dye t-shirts with a pair of short black bike shorts. Style the look with 90's inspired sneakers, oversized sunnies, and a statement crossbody bag.
Emily Ratajkowski
Oversized tee + color-coordinated bike shorts + white sneakers
While we can't all have Em Rata's perfect bod, we can achieve her loungewear look with ease. Consider this your go-to outfit for staying inside all summer. To steal Emily Ratajkowksi's style, simply pair a tie-dye graphic t-shirt with a pair of color-coordinated bike shorts. For one of our bleach dye t-shirts, try a pair with a mauve, grey, or taupe hue. Style with white sneakers and dainty gold jewelry. Dog optional.
Hailey Bieber
Longsleeve tee + heeled boots
ICYMI, mixing night-out accessories with daytime athleisure is in. Here in Seattle, we keep our going out looks pretty casual. Consider Bieber's laid-back leg-baring look perfect for a summer barhop around Seattle. To recreate her casual night-out look, throw on a super oversized long sleeve tee with a pair of distressed denim cut-offs. For footwear, go with a pair of sleek sock boots or a pair of strappy heels. Accessorize liberally with gold jewelry.
Tie-Dye & Classic Denim
Tie-dye hoodies and vintage jeans go together like margaritas and Mexican food. Pair them together, and it's hard to go wrong. In the summer, consider this quick look your go-to for breezy evening bonfires and hiding out inside on cloudy days. Layer your hoodie over a ribbed white tank or cropped tee for an easy outfit change.
Selena Gomez
Tie-dye hoodie + light-wash jeans + hoops
The simple act of putting on jeans feels like getting dressed up these days. Consider Selena's look perfect for casual hangouts and weekend errand running. Start by pairing a slouchy hoodie and straight leg or flared vintage denim. Spice up the look with a statement pair of hoop earrings. Style with sneakers, an animal-print boot, or perhaps a Y2K strappy sandal.
Kaia Gerber
Tie-dye sweater + vintage Levi’s jeans + sneakers
As Kaia Gerber goes to show, this the perfect airport outfit. Needless to say, we're dreaming of the day we return to airline travel, tropical vacations, and new paparazzi snaps of celebrity airport style. In the meantime, add Kaia's early 00's inspired look to your regular outfit rotation.
For the look to have full impact, commit to an early 00s aesthetics from head to toe. Opt for a fitted sweatshirt instead of an oversized one, paired with timeless vintage Levi's. Go all out with early 00s accessories like dad sneakers and oversized sunnies.
Tie-Dye on Bottom
As the tie-dye trend takes off, more and more celebrities are spicing up their streetwear with tie-dye printed bottoms. To master the look, keep things simple on top with basic tees and tanks.
Madison Beer
Tie-dye sweats + white tank + white sneakers
Though we're unsure of exactly where Madison Beer is headed in this candy-colored loungewear look, we're here for it. To recreate, pair oversized sweatpants with a white tank or sports bra. Style with classic sneakers like a pair of white Nike Air Force 1s.
Kendall Jenner
White tee + leather jacket + bleach tie-dye jeans
Kendall Jenner is known for her 90s-inspired style, and this chic look is no exception. The contrast between the outfit's sleek minimalism and 90s grunge is what makes it so compelling. The outfit get's its grungy feel from Jenner's bleach tie-dye jeans and chunky boots. Styling the look with Matrix sunnies and a leather blazer adds a modern feel.
When recreating the look, ensure the focus on your statement denim by keeping the rest of your look simple. Personally, we'd stick to black and white. To make the look more summer apropro, simply ditch the leather jacket. Go for just a ribbed white tank or cropped tee instead.
Head-to-Toe Tie-Dye
Go big or go home right? The latest celebrity craze has been wearing head-to-toe tie-dye. Here's how to wear this trend-setting streetwear look.
Camilla Cabello
Tie-dye sweatsuit + sneakers
We're all for Camilla's lazy day look. It somehow says both I gave a fuck and I threw this look together in two minutes. Achieving the look is simple: pair together a tie-dye sweatshirt and sweatpants in the same color family and voila! Add sneakers and sunnies for an easy loungewear look.
Rihanna
Tie-dye matching set + layered jewelry
If you're feeling boujee, why not style your tie-dye à la Rihanna with a chic matching set? Instead of sticking to sneakers, try your go-to going out heels instead. Accessorize with abandon. If you're feeling up for the challenge, add a printed handbag too.
Gigi Hadid
Tie-dye sweatsuit + oversized shirt + sneakers
If you're into a 'more is more' look, layer your tie-dye sweatsuit under an oversized button-up shirt. Try Gigi Hadid's colorful pairing for starters. Sticking to a bright palette— like Gigi’s Easter egg teal and yellow— fully embraces the busyness of the print. Keep to white sneaks and minimal accessories to focus all the attention on your perfectly-mixed prints.
