A snaggle tooth. A gap in someone’s smile. A birthmark or mole. What do each of these facial features have in common? They all have wabi-sabi.
that’s according to TikTok’s latest trend,which has users highlighting their imperfections and labeling them “wabi-sabi.”
not to be confused with the sushi accompaniment, wabi-sabi is a Japanese aesthetic philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection and the natural process of aging-something we could all use a little more of in the age of “preventative facelifts.”
The concept celebrates imperfection and the natural wear and tear that occurs with the passage of time, whether that’s a gently worn step, a chipped mug, or smile lines.
A sound featuring the term has as gone viral on TikTok, introducing many to the idea for the first time. Nearly half a million videos have been posted under the viral audio, originating from the animated sitcom King of the Hill.
In one episode, the character Bobby Hill picks up a rose and says, “I like how mine’s a little off-center.It’s got wabi-sabi.” That clip has since been repurposed by users celebrating everything from crooked teeth to…
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