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Vacation With A Female Brat — Summer

My cousin, Mia, was known for her vibrant personality, her sharp tongue, and her ability to turn any mundane moment into an adventure. We had always been close, despite—or perhaps because of—our frequent bickering. Our parents thought it would be a great idea for us to spend some quality time together over the summer, and I had to admit, I was looking forward to it.

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The more chaotic the background, the better. A photo in front of a dumpster with a cocktail in hand is a much bigger flex than a sunset pose. 4. Handling the Meltdowns My cousin, Mia, was known for her vibrant

By noon, she’s lounging on a white linen daybed, oversized sunglasses obscuring everything but her pout. She hasn't touched the ocean. The salt "ruins the vibe" of her hair, and the sand is "too aggressive." Instead, you spend two hours finding the exact angle for a photo that makes her look bored in paradise—the ultimate status symbol. Handling the Meltdowns By noon, she’s lounging on

According to Charli XCX , a brat is "that girl who is a little messy and likes to party and maybe says some dumb things sometimes". Unlike the high-maintenance tropes of the past, the modern female brat is:

A brat is a creature of control. On vacation, you strip away her habitat (her room, her wifi, her snack drawer). Panic ensues. To avoid a meltdown at 30,000 feet, you must cede control before you leave.