its giving
descriptive, expressive
the one-line answer
It gives off a certain energy or vibe. Used to describe what something reminds you of.
It's giving means this thing is radiating a particular energy. 'It's giving main character' means it has that energy. 'It's giving 2012' means it reminds you of 2012. Comes from AAVE and ballroom culture. Used positively, neutrally, or negatively..
mainstream
Your coworker might use this word.
01 / in the wild
hear it move.
description
this outfit is giving old money.
This outfit radiates old money energy and aesthetic.