Babygirl

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Reason for Warning: This is a sensitive topic and the controversy is discussed in depth at the bottom of the article. Some would argue that buying into this aesthetic and subculture is not far from a romanticization of pedophilia, although the community denounces these claims.

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Babygirl is an aesthetic taken from the BDSM subgenre of the same name. Babygirl encompasses sweet and innocent imagery and attitudes that give the adult wearer an overall childlike feel. This aesthetic is similar to the soft girl or kawaii style. The Babygirl aesthetic is inspired by Soft Girl, Erokawa, and Coquette, but can vary from Babycore to Bubblegum Bitch to E-Girl or Pastel Goth. Often this can cross over with bratty attitudes and behavior; this means the sweet and submissive nature can morph into teasing, pouting, tantrums, entitlement, and a compulsion to challenge others.

These childish themes allow the person to release typical adult stressors and fall into a more easy and comfortable state of mind as a stress relief technique sometimes known as age regression. Although, this aspect in its depth is not required or utilized by all in the community and is reliant on individual preference.

The main purpose of this aesthetic, seperate from the sexual part, is to allow adults to feel and reclaim childhood wonderment and comfort, and to also overcome obstacles from abuse (similar to Traumacore's purpose) and heal while still maintaining a more matured sense of style and dignity. Be advised when searching terms related to this aesthetic as the results will show explicit content aimed at adults 18+.

History[]

TBA

Visuals[]

Visuals for babygirls lie on a vast spectrum under the cute, feminine umbrella. This ranges from baby and toddler motifs to traditional adult feminine silhouettes and beauty standards. Many visuals are colored pink or any pastel color, usually traditionally feminine colors. The SFW visuals include, but are not limited to:

Baby toys like stuffed animals and blocks
Pacifiers
Coloring books
Glitter and sparkles
Playgrounds
Flowers
Esteem/confidence building, mental health art
Frilly beds and bedrooms
Pigtails
Relationship motifs like handholding, hugging, and knee sitting
Candy
Cartoons
Harnesses and garters
Fur, leather, and lace
Plastic and/or sparkly jewelry
Cutesy vintage imagery similar to Coquette aesthetics
Kittens and bunnies or cat/bunny girls

Fashion[]

The main side of the Babygirl aesthetic tends to wear flirtier, pastel clothing, and younger clothing. Can look similar to Dollete except more babyish and Kawaii. Some staples include:

Lacy socks
Lacy bralettes
Pacifiers
Thigh highs and tights
Barrettes
Miniskirts
Co-ords
Mary Janes/sneakers
Jelly shoes
Lots of frills
Dainty vintage jewelry
Stuffies, blocks, and other baby items
Cherub and baby animal images
Loose sweaters
Onesies
Frilly dresses and Lolita dresses

Media[]

Movies[]

Baby Doll (1956)
Daddy Issues (2018)
Marie, the Doll (1976)

Music[]

Artists[]

Melanie Martinez
Lana Del Rey
Marina and the Diamonds
Ariana Grande
blackbear
Halsey
Doja Cat
Poppy
Devin Millar

Subgenres[]

Baddie Babygirl[]

Unlike the "Babycore" side of the Babygirl, this aesthetic is less babycore and more bubblegum bitch. This means it's less cutesy and more chic. Baddie Babygirls may be more bratty, but still childlike at heart. This type often has visuals relating to makeup, playgrounds, Barbie dolls, and Bratz.

Fashion[]

Similar to Barbiecore with more Baddie and possibly McBling influence.

Uniform skirts
Tight coords
Tights
White Air Forces
Stilletos
Graphic tees
Mini skirts and tiny crop tops
Glitter, sequins, rhinestones, iridescent fabric(anything sparkly)
Kidcore inspired accessories such as plastic jewelry, barrettes, and plushie purses
Faux fur
Bratz and Barbie dolls, Hello Kitty, Powerpuff Girls, My Little Pony, and other childish characters
Clothing with suggestive words or phrases or political statements
Bejewled and sparkly dark imagery such as weapons and scrynges (similar to yami kawaii)
Succubus silhouettes
Cotton candy, lollipops, and bubblegum
Shirts with child-like prints
Princesses
Roller skates
Pigtails

Dark Babydoll[]

This the Babygirl style that tends to prefer darker colors than the typical Babygirl would enjoy. Often darker imagery is associated with this side as well, like weaponry, chains, and cute devil-esque figures. They may act like brats like the Baddie side would yet can still be sweet and small. This can encompass everything previously stated about Babygirls, just with darker colors and themes, although pinks and light colors are still used. This can be similar in style to E-Girl, Pastel Goth, or Kinderwhore with visuals stemming from these as well. This can include weapons with sparkles, nighttime, pink-hued photographs, roses, chains, and much more.

Fashion[]

Dark Sweaters
Dark miniskirts/skater skirts
Thigh high socks
Fishnets
Chunky heels or Mary Janes
White sneakers
Doc Martens and chunky boots
Chains
BDSM/bondage inspired fashion
Anime inspired fashion and character shirts

Criticism[]

Criticism of the Babygirl aesthetic primarily centers on concerns about its potential romanticization of pedophilia. This criticism arises from the aesthetic's association with ageplay and power dynamics, where a dominant caretaker assumes a parental role over a submissive partner adopting a childlike persona. Critics argue that this dynamic, despite being consensual among adults, may inadvertently contribute to the sexualization of childlike attributes.

The use of terms like "babygirl" has been criticized for blurring the lines between a consensual adult dynamic and darker themes associated with incest and child sexual abuse. Some critics fear that the aesthetic may create a dangerous scenario, particularly when it comes to underage individuals participating or being exposed to the sexualized elements associated with the aesthetic. Babygirl is sometimes likened to the controversial Nymphet aesthetic, where concerns about the sexualization of minors also come into play.

Despite these criticisms, members of the babygirl community emphasize the importance of consent, safety, and aftercare, distancing themselves from any association with pedophilia. The majority of participants argue that the aesthetic is a form of consensual adult roleplay that centers around trust, vulnerability, and healing, rather than endorsing inappropriate relationships with minors.