The Mermaidcore Aesthetic Is TikTok's Fave Trend for Summer 2024—Here's How to Get the Look

Ready to throw your hair up after a long day of swimming in the sea? Grab this adorable clip from Emi Jay to serve major mermaid vibes.

Pulling on this beachy maxi skirt may be the closest you can get to having a real mermaid tail. Pair it with a bikini top, graphic tee, ribbed tank—or let your inner Ariel free by styling it as a strapless dress.

Satin slip dresses are an essential component of any Mermaidcore fashion lover's wardrobe. The washable silk fabric of this navy Quince number drapes effortlessly for a fresh-out-of-the-water look that doesn't feel too literal.

This ethereal bikini top is the next best thing to a true seashell bikini. With dramatic bows at the shoulders and a surprisingly supportive fit, it looks great as a summer going-out top, too.

A scaly texture and pearl embellishments bring a mermaid vibe to these two-strap sandals. The short block heel lends a dressed-up look while keeping them comfortable enough to dance all night in.

If there's one thing the Mermaidcore fashion trend has reminded us all of, it's that one can never have too many sequin tops and dresses hanging in their closet.

While this ruffled blue dress may be a look-alike of Ariel's outfit on land, it's anything but cosplay. Style it with a pair of cowboy boots for subtle coastal cowgirl vibes.

According to the TikTok Mermaidcore fashion scene, swimsuits can and should be worn as real clothes. This sparkly pink one-piece from Good American is functional enough for a beach day and fashionable enough to wear as a bodysuit too.

Give your top drawer the Mermaidcore treatment with this ruffle-trimmed satin bralette and matching panties, which goes up to a 3XL and F-cup.

These versatile shell bracelets can be cinched around your wrist solo, paired together or stacked with gold chains and charms. Or loosen the adjustable cord, and slip them on as chic anklets.

While the mermaid girls of the 2010s may have worn script-font slogan tees with phrases like I'd rather be a mermaid, today's Mermaidcore fashion crowd prefers beachy graphic tees and vintage-inspired movie merch like this sunny yellow Ariel shirt.

The Mermaidcore aesthetic reimagines a number of early 2000s fashion trends, including shell necklaces, charm bracelets and bead chokers. TikTokers were quick to spot this affordable pearl necklace from Fraiser Sterling on Bella Hadid in her IG post from a recent beach vacation.

This colorful cardigan from AAPI-owned it-girl label, Find Me Now, features wavy neon lines that create an optical illusion reminiscent of underwater plants. Who knew seaweed could be so chic?

Eclectic hair clips make achieving the Mermaid-inspired hair looks on your FYP easy. The colorful shells, starfish, and pearls will take your beach waves, fishtail braids, and tousled updos to the next level with minimal effort.

If there's one swimsuit worth splurging on for your summer vacay, it's this celeb-approved bikini from Four Three Seven. Its classic triangle top can be tied in a multitude of ways to give the suit different looks while you live your mermaid fantasy.

This luminous pearl tank top would fit right into Ariel's collection of whosits and whatsits, and would look great in your wardrobe, too. Layer it over a fitted white tank or tee to feel like underwater royalty.

The catch of the day: this lustrous pearl bag. You'll be amazed at how versatile this snazzy little shoulder bag is — and how many compliments it'll earn you.

While you can't sprout a mermaid tail overnight, you can sport these iridescent leather pants on a night out. Dress them up with the coordinating corset or down with a simple white tee. Scale-like embossing and a high-shine finish lend a Mermaidcore look no matter how they're styled.

You know the scene in The Little Mermaid when Ariel first gets her legs? This two-pack of sparkly fishnet tights will make your legs feel just as shiny and new thanks to a net-like weave and rhinestone embellishments.

These quirky dangle earrings look exactly like the type you'd purchase on a tropical vacation. Swap them for your everyday huggies and pretend you're beachside instead of studying for an exam or working the closing shift.