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This Fall, Let’s Embrace Being “Basic”
Several years ago, the term “basic” popped up, and seemingly overnight, it became lame to enjoy things like pumpkin-spiced lattes and listening to Taylor Swift. This fall, it’s time to change that.
By Ella Carroll-Smith3 min read
So what is “basic” exactly? UrbanDictionary.com defines a basic girl as someone who’s “only interested in things mainstream, popular, and trending” and is “devoid of defining characteristics that might make a person interesting, extraordinary, or just simply worth devoting time or attention to.” Essentially, a basic girl is someone who likes things that are popular among other girls her age.