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How can I look more emo?

Natalie Tincher
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Natalie Tincher is the Owner and Principal Style Strategist of BU Style. Since 2010, Natalie has specialized in personal styling to reflect clients’ individuality, confidence, and comfort. In 2019, she was named the Global Head of Styling for Bloomberg Television. Natalie is certified in Image Consulting through the Fashion Institute of Technology. She regularly shares her expertise with corporate groups at major financial institutions, media companies, and news outlets including: Time Out New York, Refinery 29, and NBC News.

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I recommend wearing more black and tighter-fitting clothes. For example, you might wear black slim-fit jeans, a band t-shirt, a studded belt, and converse shoes. Remember that being emo is all about expressing yourself, so don't be afraid to find your own unique style!

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Do emos wear all black?

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Black is a great color for an emo look, but you can also wear other colors in styles like vintage shirts and band shirts.

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How do I make my clothes look emo?

Natalie Tincher
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Choose vintage shirts, band shirts, skinny jeans or slim fit jeans, and jeans with holes in them. Go with dark colors as the base of your outfit. For shoes, opt for canvas shoes, sneakers, or combat boots. Don't be afraid to put your own spin on an outfit!

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What is a emo haircut?

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I don’t think there’s really any particular emo hairstyle, but it wouldn’t hurt to borrow from the emo pop punk style if you really want to look emo. Flat-ironed, choppy, swoopy hair with bands usually work well.

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Do emos wear eyeliner?

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I don't believe the original emo style did use a lot of make-up, but that is always open to interpretation. The emo "dark" style of make-up is something more associated to emo pop.

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Can you be happy sometimes and still be emo?

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Yes! Emo people can be as happy as anyone else. The main key to the emo subculture is being open with your emotions. As long as you're true to yourself and express yourself authentically, you can be a happy emo person.

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People make fun of me for being who I am. They think I'm depressed and try and get help for me but I'm not depressed how do I help them understand that?

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Depression and emo style are two different things. One is a mental illness and one is a personal style. Your friends might be worried for you if they associate emo with depression, but you can always reassure them that you're fine and just experimenting with your look. If you think you might be depressed, don't be afraid to reach out.

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Do I have to be skinny to look emo?

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The emo subculture has nothing to do with weight. All body types can embrace and rock the emo look. If you have low self-esteem issues surrounding your body, try reaching out to a loved one or trusted adult for support.

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Can you be an emo with curly hair?

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Of course! Anyone can look emo, it is more about how you wear the style than the hair itself. Consider dying it black, or letting it fall over your eyes and face.

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