How to Be a Darker Toned Emo Girl

Edited by Wakita, Wingrider, Teresa, Chloe and 12 others

The 'Emo' style appeals to many people. Even people with darker skin tones than others. Some are put down thinking that they can't accomplish the look or the attitude. This article is going to change the way you feel. It will inform you on style tricks and tips just right for your beautiful skin color. and other factors)

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Many people do not understand what emo is. Emo is a genre of music derived from punk with emotional lyrics and was short for emotional hardcore. It now has some bands who sound more like indie, pop punk or alternative rock as it was reinvented. It first started off when a band named Minor Threat had an idea. Minor Threat fan Guy Picciotto carried out the idea and joined a band called Rites of Spring. Even though Rites of Spring reject the idea of being the first emo band they're classed as one of the firsts. Today emo is a style consisting of studded belts, converse and tight jeans. Read on to come to grips with the emo fashion.
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Hair: Now that you understand the emo sub-genre, you can begin with the styling and creating your emo look. Hair is a big part of making the Emo look. Remember: Emo isn't just an attitude, but a fashion as well. Your hair doesn't have to be straight, but it's the basic emo hair style. Emo hair is very straight and is cut into choppy layers. Getting your hair cut by a professional is good even though it may cost you a big sum of money but at least it'll come out looking great. However, if you can't afford it, or just don't have time get someone you trust and knows what they're doing to cut it. Doing the back can be quite hard, so it's best to have a person do this step for you. Once you have the cut, its time for color. Base colors (natural hair) doesn't have to be black. It can be a bleach blonde. Jet blacks and Bleach blondes are the typical. Add streaks of colors into the layers so it looks it looks like a pop of color in the plain hair. Also, another key factor in the hair is the bangs! These MUST be pen straight and cut at an angle so that the bang completely covers half of the face. Be sure it's diagonal though. You can also add streaks to bangs. Popular colors used in emo hair, is blue, neon green, purple, and red. Buy a razor and teasing comb so you can touch up your haircut. Emos tend to have neat hair that is in good condition along with shiny fullness. You can even spike the back to give it more character, but not the messy spikes. Curly emo hair just needs some color and a a pen straight bang.
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Clothes: Don't think your limited to certain clothes. Emo clothing has a large variety of choices. The basics are very simple and it's likely you already have them. Clothes of the emo style are usually two sizes to small, but if it makes you uncomfortable, year your normal size. Just don't let them be two sizes to big. Starting with shirts, they have NO logos. If not that that, their emo bands. The jeans are also tight, aka skinny jeans. They are usually black, but to avoid being called goth, you should change up some colors. Popular colors are purple, red, blue, and green. Jewelry such as sex bracelets, aka rubber bracelets, necklaces with sentimental value along with simple colored homemade bracelets are acceptable. Belts are usually the checkered ones you see in Hot Topic. You can change up the colors, but EVERY emo has a black and white checkered belt. Converse and vans are a requirement! Its also good to paint your nails black along with some black or silver rings.
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Makeup: Emo makeup is fairly simple. But since you have darker skin tones, I'll explain how to do it for your skin tone. Also watch the video on how to do the base. It's important. Since emo virtually have no blemishes, you want to put concealer and foundation on, as shown in the video. It gives the look of perfect skin. All you need to get is the right color for your skin. The technique works on everyone. Emo makeup is fairly simple. All you need is mascara (girls), eyeliner (boys & girls), and a light gloss (girls). Boys can also wear a light powder. You can get the tutorial on the eye makeup and makeup base using these links. Makeup Base: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=Gashisyourfriend#p/u/34/tevZTBOllIc Eye Makeup: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjsqR_VDy3U
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Since emo means emotive hardcore you'll be needing to listen to some emo bands. Some suggestions are Rites of Spring, Embrace (American band), Moss Icon, Indian Summer, Gray Matter, Hum, Cap'n Jazz, Twelve Hour Turn, Braid, The Promise Ring, I Hate Myself, Yage and Turning Point. Some second wave emo bands are Sunny Day Real Estate, Texas Is The Reason and Loud?. Some screamo bands are I Would Set Myself On Fire For You, Portraits of Past, Orchid, The Saddest Landscape, Pg.99, Pianos Come The Teeth, City of a Caterpillar, Circle Takes The Square and Funeral Diner.
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Hobbies: Being emo is about expressing feelings differently to other people. They usually write poems or songs, draw, photograph, or play an instrument. If you want to write or draw, keep a notebook or sketchpad with you at all times. Even decorate it. Emos love to doodle on their things. If any ideas or inspiration hits you, you'll already have your special journal with you whether its a poem, song lyrics, or in this case drawings. You can play an instrument, such as guitar, drums, bass, violin even! Have an area set up in your room to play. Even write musical notes along the way.
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Get the Emo attitude. Be emotional. However, do cry if something is too sad like a break-up, divorce or death. Break-ups can be with a boyfriend or girlfriend or even with a friend. Care about other people. Emo's are in touch with their emotions and are very empathic, because of this, are great people to talk to when you are feeling down.
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Be a good student. Being Emo doesn't mean failing every subject. Getting good grades will help teachers and parents loosen up on you, especially if they're unhappy with your "new style". Do your homework and hand things in on time. Study for tests. Be punctual, and polite. You don't have to suck up to people - just be a good student.
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Work around your uniform, if you have to wear one. Are you stuck with school blazers and checked dresses? If you've been restricted by a dress code or uniform, don't panic. Try wearing a long sleeved, black shirt under your uniform shirt, and rolling the sleeves up. Put badges on your tie, bag and blazer. If you can, wear knee length socks, or converse. Leggings, tights and fishnets go well underneath school skirts. If you have to wear a certain color of tights, try ripping them or making ladders. Paint your nails and wear bracelets or wristbands. Try to be very careful. Know where you can push things and when you can't.