My version of the mermaid — #MersthaticMay
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So I thought about it and decided I want to try creating my own version of this challenge.
The idea came to me completely spontaneously. I was thinking about how my "style" keeps changing-which basically reflects how my real-life style shifts too: one phase I want one aesthetic, another phase something totally different, you get the idea. And then it hit me-why not draw mermaids in different aesthetics/ cores? Like, why the heck not? x)
Just to clarify, I haven't seen this exact idea anywhere before, so I'm not claiming to be some genius who invented it. But if anyone else wants to join and uses #MerstheticMay, please taq me too-I'd love to see what you come up with! (And hey, you can always hit follow while you're at it :p)
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Japanese glam style: fake tan, bold makeup, flashy fashion (platforms, ruffles, glitter).
Whimsical fairies, pastels, flowers, wings, and nature-inspired magic.
Gothic gloom: eerie forests, abandoned places, and horror vibes.
Surreal, "off" imagery (early internet, creepy edits, glitchy visuals).
Childhood nostalgia: neon colors, cartoon prints, toys, and playful chaos.
2000s futurism: shiny fabrics, low-rise jeans, and tech-inspired looks.
Medieval castles, stone walls, tapestries, and
Rural utopia: baking, floral dresses, picnics,
Post-collapse survival: ruins, grunge outfits, and dystopian moods.
2000s punk-emo: teased hair, neon streaks,
Dreamy surrealism: floating islands, soft colors, and hazy landscapes.
Blurred, foggy photos with melancholic nostalgia.
Chaotic nature-lover: moss, mushrooms, and collecting "junk."
Regal luxury: velvet, gold, palaces, and
Dark naturalism: raven feathers, gothic
Hyper-feminine romance: bows, lace, and vintage softness.
Aestheticized boredom: office chairs, beige
walls, and mundane liminality.
Otherworldly lightness: sheer fabrics, iridescence, and angelic vibes.
Innocent whites, halos, wings, and heavenly purity.
Empty transitional zones (hallways, malls at
night) that feel unsettling.
"More is more": bold patterns, clashing
All things pink: Barbie, kawaii, or hyper-pop
Celestial themes: galaxies, sci-fi, and cosmic
Cyberpunk futurism: neon lights, techwear,
Endless yellow corridors — the horror of
Digital distortion: pixel breaks, corrupted
Japanese street style: excessive accessories (hair clips, stickers).
Mystical herbs, candles, dark academia, and nature magic.
Gooey, glossy, and iridescent textures (like
Pastel skies, fluffy clouds, and dreamy
Classic darkness: vampires, black lace, and medieval romance.
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⚠️The cliparts used to design the list were found in the public domain, I do not claim their authorship⚠️
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You can read more about aesthetics by following the links that I left in my telegram channel <3
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