Eclectic Grandpa is the funkiest trend of 2024
In 2024, we’ll be taking fashion inspo from none other than… our grandpas. Move over Coastal Grandma, this year will be all about “grandpacore”! “Eclectic Grandpa” is the new viral aesthetic making rounds on social media. The term was coined by Pinterest in their annual trend forecasting report, which outlines keywords such as “Eclectic clothing style”, “Grandpa core”, “Retro streetwear”, and “Grandad style” as trending search terms.
In short, Eclectic Grandpa is all about retro styles, vintage and custom pieces, and relaxed silhouettes. Its gender-inclusive nature is also part of the appeal for the younger audience: Google searches for the new aesthetic have increased by 442% over the last quarter.
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We’re still in the early days of grandpacore-mania, so this is the best time to jump on the trend: read on to discover our six Eclectic Grandpa must-haves.
Knitwear is a must in every grandpa’s wardrobe. On Stylight we’ve seen a spike in demand for oversized, chunky-knit, and funky sweaters over the past two months: striped, ironic, and jacquard are the names of the game. We’ve also seen an 182% increase in demand for knitted beanies.
-40%
Bogner
Avena jacquard sweater Red
£237.00
£395.00
Mytheresa
-53%
Roman
Jacquard Faux Pearl Knit Jumper Black
£18.00
£38.00
Roman
MC2 Saint Barth
jacquard embroidery sweater - Red
£226.00
FARFETCH
-18%
Max Mara
Weekend Maxmara Festoso Jacquard Wool Jumper Brown
£214.00
£262.00
Balardi
Nothing says grandpacore like tweed! A nice tweed blazer is a staple that you’ll find yourself reaching for year after year, while a tweed coat (especially if vintage) will keep you toasty this winter. Tweed slacks are a great way to add interest to a serious look.
-16%
PAUL ANDREW
Mens Herringbone Tweed Suit 3 Piece Navy Blue Peaky Blinders 1920s Tailored Fit - Size 44 (Chest)
£219.99
£261.99
Secret Sales
-50%
Self Portrait
Embellished cardigan Red
£190.00
£380.00
Mytheresa
-16%
TruClothing
Mens 3 Piece Wool Suit Oak Brown Tweed Herringbone Check Peaky Blinders Gatsby Canvas - Size 46 (Chest)
£159.99
£190.39
Secret Sales
-16%
PAUL ANDREW
Mens 3 Piece Brown Tweed Check Vintage Retro Suit Velvet - Size 38 (Chest)
£209.99
£249.99
Secret Sales
-50%
Self Portrait
Boucle and crepe midi dress Blue
£220.00
£440.00
Mytheresa
-16%
2023 was very much the year of the ballet flats, so we’ve all kind of put our loafers on the backburner… not anymore! Penny loafers add the perfect preppy, retro flair to any outfit, and can be spruced up with quirky printed socks.
G.H. Bass & Co.
Weejuns Larson penny loafers - Black
£136.00
FARFETCH
Duke + Dexter
Duke + Dexter, Womens Wilde Pin Up III Penny Loafer - Womens, Size 3
£270.00
Duke + Dexter
Charles & Keith
Georgina Leather Metallic-Accent Penny Loafers Red
£109.00
Charles & Keith
G.H. Bass & Co.
Weejuns Larson loafers - Black
£136.00
FARFETCH
Another thing we learnt in 2023 is that leaving the house in your underwear is not only perfectly acceptable, but also super stylish. Striped boxer shorts in cotton or linen are a versatile summer staple that will keep you feeling cool and looking cooler: pair them with dad sneakers, fisherman sandals, or clogs for the ultimate grandpa vibe.
Oliver Brown
Cotton Boxer Shorts, Plain - White
£35.00
Oliver Brown
Sébline
Cotton Boxer Shorts Size: S
£160.00
ABASK
-10%
Tommy Hilfiger
Mens 3-Pack Signature Cotton Essentials T-Shirts, Black - Size: 32/30/31/36
£36.90
£41.00
lovethesales
Sébline
Hand-Embroidered Cotton Boxer Shorts
£225.00
ABASK
Often an underrated accessory, baseball caps can be used as a “valve” to tone down an outfit (i.e. a broken suit). Paired with corduroy trousers, a varsity bomber, and loafers, a baseball cap is the cherry on top of a preppy, 90s-inspired look.
Ganni
Black Canvas Cap
£90.00
GANNI
Polo Ralph Lauren
corduroy baseball cap - Neutrals Beige
£100.00
FARFETCH
-48%
Dsquared2
Mens Born in Canada Badge Navy Blue Baseball Cap Cotton - One Size
£84.00
£160.00
Secret Sales
AllSaints
Cotton Trip Heart Baseball Cap, Size: One Size Black
£49.00
AllSaints
Lean into the grandpacore vibe with this 70s staple: corduroy jackets are the perfect transitional weather layer that perfectly complements the Eclectic Grandpa aesthetic. On Stylight, we’ve registered a 29% increase in demand for corduroy jackets.
-13%
Carhartt Work in Progress
Newkirk corduroy-collar bomber jacket - Green
£238.00
£273.00
FARFETCH
-27%
Belstaff
Racemaster Mens Waxed Cotton Compact Field Jacket - Olive Corduroy - Size 46 (Chest) Brown
£286.41
£395.00
Secret Sales
-9%
Levi's
corduroy jacket - Green
£139.00
£153.00
FARFETCH
-30%
Ami
Ami de Cour cotton corduroy blouson jacket Black
£378.00
£540.00
Mytheresa
