So you want to look EMO? You have an interest in the music, the fashion, or the lifestyle? But you have no idea what ‘EMO’ is? That doesn’t matter! Here is how to attain that perfectly EMO appearance, and maybe make it a little unique for once.
Just follow these steps:
Hair:
- Hair is a big part of the “emo” look of course. There are many emo-looking hair styles to choose from. Contrary to popular belief, not every emo has short, black, choppy hair (although this screams emo). Some of your abundant style choices include:
- For girls - Long-ish hair, with abundant layers and even bangs, possibly chunks of bleached-blond sections and other colors, or dyed black.
- A classic short bob, with or without bangs, black, dark brown, or platinum blond.
- Pink/black layered hair for girls is becoming popular. The top layer is usually cut pretty short and is made to stick out, spiked in a sense. You can even tease your hair.
- Boys or girls - The classic black and short hair is better worn with long side-swept fringe(bangs)that can cover one eye. It especially looks good when the back is teased up with hair gel.
- Think outside the box. Emo has its roots in the punk scene, and isn’t just limited to black. Hair can be dark brown, black, blond, or any color you want — as long as the cut is expressive of a punk rock culture and has a little a-la-emo flare. Wear super girly hair barrettes, bandannas, ribbons. It’s up to you!
- Add random barrettes and bows to your hair.