When one's appearance and behaviour gradually sink into chaotic disarray, usually accompanied by an ever increasing consumption of alcohol.
by mirrorframe October 23, 2009
She looks like a hot mess.
by Stephanie Moore December 7, 2005
(Lindsay Lohan) is a hot mess
by wpnsidej April 6, 2010
This traffic-jam is a hot mess.
by Squad September 6, 2005
A person - more often female, but can be male, who as a result of questionable decisions - often regarding relationships with others or personal behavior - is, or has the strong potential to be, in some sort of trouble.
"That girl's drinking and partying all night while neglecting her husband and kids. She just doesn't seem to care about her work or friends either - she's a hot mess."
by greenberyl September 16, 2013
A person (usually female) that is in an untidy or in a messy state. Either emotionally or visually, but maintains an attractive look about her (or him?).
by Annnonymoussss November 27, 2010
a person, thing, or situation in such a state of disarray or disapproval by peers, often in reference to physical appearance, perceived to be disastrously embarrassing, pitiful, or beyond repair.
by khwot December 12, 2011