Soft grunge is the Tumblr aesthetic that took grunge's edge off with pastels, flowers, and feminine elements, popularized between 2010 and 2014 and making grunge accessible to a mainstream audience. Floral babydoll dresses go over band tees. Ripped tights cover the legs. Oversized plaid shirts layer over the top. Ankle boots go below, with pastel-dyed hair and delicate jewelry set with dark stones.