Coconut Girl

aka Tropical Aesthetic, Island Girl, Beach Babe

emerging

"Endless summer state of mind"

A breezy tropical aesthetic featuring crochet bikinis, puka shell jewelry, and sun-kissed beach vibes.

Atmosphere

The sensory world of Coconut Girl

Beach sunsets, coconut drinks, island breezes, ocean spray, tropical flowers, barefoot dancing

Philosophy

Summer is forever. Island time is real. Beaches heal. Life is better barefoot.

Who Lives Here

The character archetypes that embody Coconut Girl

The Beach Babe

The Island Girl

The Tropical Spirit

The Summer Lover

What It Rejects

Coconut Girl exists in opposition to:

Winter

Corporate life

Landlocked living

Serious moods

Daily Rituals

The practices and behaviors that define this way of living

Beach days

Sunset watching

Tropical drinks

Shell collecting

Island hopping

Origin

Emerged on TikTok in 2021 as a summer aesthetic combining Y2K elements with tropical beach culture.

Era

2021-Present

Regions

Coastal areas, Hawaii, Caribbean, Online

Trend Score

78

Key Elements

Key Garments

  • Crochet bikinis
  • Puka shell necklaces
  • Sarongs
  • Bucket hats
  • Platform sandals
  • Colorful sundresses
  • Beaded jewelry

Silhouettes

  • Breezy
  • Beachy
  • Relaxed

Color Palette

Tropical sunset and ocean splash

Primary Colors

Turquoise
Coral
Yellow

Secondary Colors

White
Orange

Accent Colors

Puka shells
Tropical prints

Key Brands

PacSun
fast-fashioncore
Billabong
streetwearadjacent
Urban Outfitters
fast-fashionadjacent

Materials

CrochetCottonShellsBeads

Cultural Context

Summer escapism, beach culture revival, Y2K nostalgia meets tropical vibes, and carefree island living.

Associated Music

ReggaeIsland PopTropical HouseSurf music

Core Relationships

Influenced By

Y2K
Surf Culture
Bohemian

Influences

2000s beach culture
Hawaiian fashion
Tropical islands
Y2K

Related Cores

Y2K
Surf Culture
Soft Girl
Last updated: January 17, 2026