Every once in a while, TikTok rolls out a trend that's actually kind of adorable. That's the case for the "wabi-sabi" trend and what it means when other users either say it in their videos or type it ...

Wabi sabi is “a Japanese aesthetic or world view characterized by finding beauty in imperfection, impermanence, or simplicity,” according to the Oxford English Dictionary. It’s a style, a thought ...

Wabi-sabi’s history can be traced back to the 15th century in Japan, and, from what I understand, the concept emerged as a reaction to the opulence of the aristocracy at the time. Its tenets are ...

Wabi-Sabi is more than just minimalism. It’s a philosophy of imperfection and acceptance to live your life by. The Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi is about noticing and appreciating imperfection, ...

Casa Wabi Sabino, Fundación Casa Wabi’s not-for-profit exhibition space in Mexico City. Photo: Aldo Ayllon The name “Casa Wabi” embodies the principles of Wabi-Sabi, a philosophy that embraces ...

The Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi is about noticing and appreciating imperfection, impermanence, and the understated beauty in everyday life. Embracing the principles of wabi-sabi might be the ...