The 'Karen' fashion style is a satirical concept based on stereotypes associated with middle-aged, suburban women who are often perceived as entitled and demanding.
The 'Karen' stereotype emerged in the 2010s as an internet meme, gaining widespread popularity in the late 2010s and early 2020s. The associated fashion style is a caricature of suburban American fashion trends from the late 1990s and early 2000s, exaggerated for comedic effect.