Emo Hair Tips

If you want to try the emo look, there are several things to remember. The emo came from the punk and new wave style of the Eighties, and it is generally thought of as an off-beat, unusual cut, despite its popularity with many celebrities. The emo is based on an idea advocated by punk rock, the Do It Yourself attitude, the idea that if you do it yourself, whatever you lose in trained expertise you make up for in personal expression and pride.

Emo Hairstyles Spring Summer 2009 Edition

Many advocates of the emo hairstyle claim it can be done in a few minutes with a pair of scissors and a little dye. However, if you want your hair to look really good, you should think ahead and avoid complete chaos when you cut.
The primary factor to think about when contemplating an emo is what happens to your forelocks. Three things define the emo style: drooping bangs in the front, spiky strands of hair in the back (usually stiffened with gel), and dark coloration. It needs long hair in the front to work. If you have recent gotten your forelocks shortened, you should just wait till you grow back three or four inches before you go emo. The spikes in the back of the head are where you have the least worries. You can do anything there, even shave the back of your scalp, and still have an emo. Color is also flexible, but it can be controversial. Many stylists will not do blonde emos, unless they are platinum.