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blokecore
What does blokecore mean?
Used adjectivally for anything channeling 90s British terrace casual culture.
"That whole outfit is giving very blokecore."
Origin
British slang 'bloke' (an ordinary man) plus the '-core' suffix. Trended globally on TikTok around 2022, rooted in UK football casual subculture from the 80s and 90s.
Frequently asked questions
What does blokecore mean?
It's an aesthetic of dressing like an everyday British football fan — retro soccer jersey, jeans, and trainers like Adidas Sambas. 'Bloke' is British slang for an ordinary man.
Do you have to like football for blokecore?
Nope. Plenty of people wear the look purely for the style without following the sport.
What shoes go with blokecore?
Adidas Sambas, Gazelles, or Spezials are the classic blokecore trainers.
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