A new trend on TikTok dubbed "girlfriend air" is catching the attention of couples recently.
You've undoubtedly come across TikTok's viral "boyfriend air" trend, where women showcase their picture-perfect outfits before hanging out with their partners, only to later reveal themselves in a somewhat neglected state. It's a humorous commentary on the transformation that often occurs during a date.
But, in the spirit of TikTok, a counterpart emerged, christened the "girlfriend effect" or, more colloquially, "girlfriend air."
TikTok Girlfriend Air Trend
TikTok has been saturated by several trends and challenges that people try and upload later on the platform. Video-sharing is always fun on TikTok, except for the looming dangers of some viral videos.
There are funny ones you can try without risking your life. You can try AI filters and effects for a change. The recent "girlfriend air" trend might be applicable to couples, but some people love watching cheesy videos especially if they are already bored of seeing educational, informational, or comical clips.
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According to Hypebae, the "girlfriend effect" describes the phenomenon wherein a gentleman, upon embarking on a romantic journey with a woman, gradually undergoes a remarkable style and attractiveness transformation. This evolution extends beyond personal style to encompass facets like career growth and a refined physical aesthetic. Simply put, he starts looking better.
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'Girlfriend Effect' Caught the Attention of Women Communities
As this trend gained momentum, an entire community of women began participating in good-natured ribbing of their boyfriends. Their TikTok videos, lasting a succinct 60 seconds, reveal the striking transition from "before" to "after."
The "before" images often portray a carefree guy with a hint of fashion cluelessness or one who flaunts a unique, quirky style.
For instance, you might encounter a boyfriend confidently sporting crop tops and tiny shorts as his signature look. The "after" images, however, exude a meticulously curated style. According to the women, their secret is all about sharing their preferred shopping lists.
"I feel like I'm losing my mind because they'll share a bunch of photos," hoping to reveal how their girlfriend has "elevated their personal style," he said. But in all reality, "it's just a picture of him in streetwear." "They just look like the most regular capsule closet Zara catalog man, no personality... all muted, neutral tones." Notwildin, a TikTok creative, shared his insights about the latest "girlfriend effect."
Other TikTok Trends
Tech Times writes recently that the "carrot tan" trend on TikTok is luring more users to try it. The viral trend became a hot topic among beauty content creators who have mixed opinions about it.
The trend says that eating three carrots daily can tan a person's skin. For those who love to get tanned instantly, this might be the best shortcut they could do.
According to the experts, consuming carrots can lead to the desired tanned skin tone. However, it might take at least 10 carrots daily over a few weeks to achieve the best results.
Another viral trend on TikTok called "Girl Dinner" is all over the place. However, some nutritionists urged people to stay away from it, especially those who are not used to snack-like meals.
While it's fine to try this out, make sure that you listen to your body if you feel anything strange. If that is so, immediately stop the "girl dinner" trend.
Some people also see it as a form of disordered eating, as Forbes mentions in its report. This means that it might negatively impact your physical or mental health.
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