Emma Chamberlain recently addressed haters calling her outfits “ugly” while rejecting the “It girl” label, proving she is not one to conform. Chamberlain is no stranger to bold fashion choices, and her recent interview with Byrdie solidifies her reputation as a game changer in continued evolution. The 23-year-old star won’t let her haters bring her down and will continue to modify what it means to be a modern style icon on her terms.
Emma Chamberlain doesn’t want the label of ‘It girl’
Byrdie published an exclusive interview with Emma Chamberlain on March 18, revealing the Gen Z star’s nonconformist stances on haters calling her outfits “ugly” and the limiting “It girl” label is “a little toxic.” She addressed the backlash that follows her daring fashion choices, challenging conventional norms and negativity.
“If I wear an outfit that’s very much me in the sense that it’s comfortable and maybe a bit less sexy, then it’s like, ‘Emma turned ugly,'” Chamberlain confided in Byrdie. However, she clapped back at the naysayers, reinforcing the idea that she did not dress for anyone but herself.
“Maybe I wear a cute little outfit and I’m in the Charli video one day,” the influencer asserted, “maybe the next day I look like an old woman, but that’s because that’s who I am.” Chamberlain, who is famous for blending thrifted items with luxury pieces, has always been vocal about self-expression. She said, “It is always right to continue to grow and evolve,” which she preferred focusing on instead of pleasing the internet.
Chamberlain further confessed that the label “It girl” was exclusionary and reminded her of high school dynamics. For her, the idea of an “It girl” implied a fleeting trend. Alternatively, it reflected the need to uphold a certain image. However, she rejected the identity that the industry imposed on her. She explained she would take it as a compliment if she is put in the “It girl” box, but insisted people should not “get mad when I wear a little cashmere bonnet on my head and go out for the day.”
From YouTube to becoming a fashion sensation, Emma Chamberlain has become one of the most compelling figures of her generation. Through her openness in fashion, limiting titles, and personal growth, she is redirecting beauty standards. Despite being a fashion icon, she is a voice for embracing imperfections and prioritizing self-care, redefining what it means to be iconic.
