I need help. I want to turn goth but i don't know how.??

Question

I want to be goth or punk or something like that but im not sure how to act or dress. I need help.

I know what u guys r saying when u say be urself but thats the problem. Im not myself now. i am a punk/goth/rocker type chick and now that im going into highschool i need to let that show..

Okay, you guys are no help. I WANT TO BE GOTH/PUNK. NO ONE IS TELLING ME I HAVE TO BE. I WANT TO BE.

Answer 1

I've left a similar answer on someone else's question, but here goes:

Seriously, the key to being "goth" is to learn about what the goth subculture includes. Mostly, goth's pop culture.

Learn as much as you can about the music (number one!), gothic and horror authors, popular movies, "famous" people in the scene, whatever you can!

No matter what you wear, you won't be considered "goth" unless you know about the history and pop-culture of goth. Maybe this is because goths are such snobs, and don't want anyone to join them...maybe it's to keep out "tourists". Take your pick.

This is the funny part: You don't even have to like gothic things to be considered goth. You just have to know about gothic things, and hang out with gothic people...people (even other goths) will assume you're goth whether or not you actually are. (After all, why would anyone but a goth care about what song is in the opening credits of "The Hunger"?)

Otherwise, don't buy your clothes at Hot Topic. It's okay for a few things (basics like fishnets, or a t-shirt every once in a while...) but you'll just look like every other mall-goth if you buy your outfit there...here, go to this website: http://www.gothfashion.info/begin.php

Nothing's "gother" than making your own clothes, if you're up to the commitment.. :)

By the way, please read those links I've referenced! They can be very useful for newbies. (They'll at least save you from asking embarassing questions, later, once you've start going to goth clubs, or other goth events.)

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Let's get something straight. Who you are, and who you want to be are two different things kid. You aren't punk/goth/rocker/emo/retarded because it's not part of your personality yet.

If you want to look and act like one, just start wearing clothing with no taste. Black shirts and pants with crome studded belts with black lipstick and fingernails seem to do the trick. Next, you need to work on the personality. You have to think like a douchebag to be a douchebag. Just concentrate on thoughts or memories of unfathomable sadness, and don't ever think about anything positive again. You'll look and feel like a dumbass in no time.

Answer 4

Ewwww....if you have to ask us, you shouldn't be doing it. Period. You said "im not sure how to act or dress". That is a direct quote taken from your question. That is degrading to all little girls everywhere. You should ACT LIKE YOURSELF. Dress in what makes you feel good. Mix it up. If you want to be different, go prep one day, a little goth the next. Be unique that way. Don't ever ask someone else how you should "act".

Answer 5

being yourself is always the best instead of taking on stereotypes but either way , goths always wear dark clothing , a black jacket and some black skirts or jeans should do it , if ya wanna go all out you can throw in some black lipstick or eyeliner or mascara. for punk its usually blue jeans that are a bit tight like the emos wear and black hair usually with a bright color on the tips and band t-shirts , like metallica or black sabbath , pantera etc. , punk usually doesnt wear any makeup but when they do they usually have a bright colored lipstick or something on.

Answer 6

Why? Just be yourself.

Punk isn't about shopping at Hot Topic. It's about being an individual. Now go out and support your local bands!

Answer 7

get lots of black stuff, ripped fishnet tights, long leather coats, dont wash yourself - ever, walk with your head hung down so your lank greasy hair swings back and forth across your face, pierce every available piece of fleshy skin and you're pretty much there! Good luck!

Answer 8

Ummm, if you have to change the way you act or dress, why do you want it? Is it to fit it? Seriously, wear what is comfortable for you.

Answer 9

If you don't know how then you're just being a fake. Be yourself it's more appealing!

Answer 10

u should be urself, if ur urself, people will like u as u, not as other identity,