Teen Slang · Appearance & looks

What does “VSCO girl” mean?

A stereotype of a teen girl with scrunchies, oversized tees, Hydro Flasks, and 'save the turtles' phrases like 'sksksk.' Often teasing.

Where “VSCO girl” comes from

Named after the photo-editing app VSCO; peaked as a meme aesthetic in 2019.

Why teens actually say it

It pokes fun at a specific girly, eco-aware fashion archetype.

What it means for you as a parent

A dated, mostly joking label. Not an insult with any real edge.

How it’s used

  • “She’s such a VSCO girl with all those scrunchies.” Lightly teasing a friend about a recognizable trendy style.
  • “sksksk save the turtles, full VSCO girl mode.” Joking around by leaning into the stereotype. Playful self-aware humor.

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