How to Look Visual Kei/Jrock
Know the music!, You don't have to like them all of course, since they are so different., Get the right hairstyle., We won't continue on them though, since this is about sticking out with looks and not music. , Try bringing a photo of your idol to...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Know the music!
The music is part of the foundation of this! There is not much point in trying to look like a j-rocker without listening to the bands and artists.
There are very many , and even though they're all called Visual Kei/J-rockers most of them are very different from each other.
Some popular performers with different sounds are are X Japan, the GazettE, Dir en Grey, Mejibray, BUCK-TICK, An Cafe (although they are also often referred to as Oshare Kei, a brighter and "happier" style of v-kei), Alice Nine, Versailles, PaRADEiS, SuG, LM.C, Gackt, Miyavi, DecoLa Hopping, Screw, Girugämesh, and many, many more. -
Step 2: You don't have to like them all of course
Try finding a little bunch of favorites and let yourself be inspired by their songs and style. (Tip:
Visit shattered-tranquility.net for the latest news on Japanese rock, and maybe discover new artists.) , There are really no rules for this, just try to get a hairstyle that is unique, suits you and, of course, that you feel comfortable in.
Bold colours, spikes, and sectioned hair is rather often used by people that want to look like a j-rocker, but there are many artists that have their natural hair colour and a very "normal" haircut and have very mainstream clothing, focusing on music instead of style. ,, Just keep in mind that some hairstyles are not appropriate for some hair types, and some haircuts demand a lot of styling. , Or just don't change your hair, if that's what you feel like.
The j-rock style is, after all, about being unique, so you might look unique with you natural hairstyle/colour among other j-rockers. , Just as with the hair, make it unique, stylish and get inspired by your idols. ,, The clothes can be hard to get, but if you are creative, you can make your grandmothers ugliest dress look like a valuable collectible from a concert.
Use accessories if you think that your outfit isn't special enough.
Once again, get inspired by other j-rockers and add a personal touch to it. , Not that important, but really impressive, and also fun because this way you can understand the lyrics of your favorite songs better and maybe also make your own songs. , This is also an option, but shows originality. -
Step 3: since they are so different.
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Step 4: Get the right hairstyle.
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Step 5: We won't continue on them though
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Step 6: since this is about sticking out with looks and not music.
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Step 7: Try bringing a photo of your idol to your hairdresser.
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Step 8: If you don't want to get a big
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Step 9: permanent change(maybe you are not sure you want to be j-rockish for a long time)
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Step 10: buy coloured hairspray and lots of hair accessories like bows
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Step 11: small hats etc.
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Step 12: Wearing make up is optional
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Step 13: but if you do so
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Step 14: do it right.
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Step 15: A tip is to just take your regular makeup/natural face and add a small details; a little glitter
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Step 16: coloured eyeliner
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Step 17: a slight cat eye
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Step 18: stickers etc.
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Step 19: Find the right clothes and accessories!
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Step 20: Learn some Japanese.
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Step 21: Get a fan item
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Step 22: such as a band t-shirt
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Step 23: posters etc.
Detailed Guide
The music is part of the foundation of this! There is not much point in trying to look like a j-rocker without listening to the bands and artists.
There are very many , and even though they're all called Visual Kei/J-rockers most of them are very different from each other.
Some popular performers with different sounds are are X Japan, the GazettE, Dir en Grey, Mejibray, BUCK-TICK, An Cafe (although they are also often referred to as Oshare Kei, a brighter and "happier" style of v-kei), Alice Nine, Versailles, PaRADEiS, SuG, LM.C, Gackt, Miyavi, DecoLa Hopping, Screw, Girugämesh, and many, many more.
Try finding a little bunch of favorites and let yourself be inspired by their songs and style. (Tip:
Visit shattered-tranquility.net for the latest news on Japanese rock, and maybe discover new artists.) , There are really no rules for this, just try to get a hairstyle that is unique, suits you and, of course, that you feel comfortable in.
Bold colours, spikes, and sectioned hair is rather often used by people that want to look like a j-rocker, but there are many artists that have their natural hair colour and a very "normal" haircut and have very mainstream clothing, focusing on music instead of style. ,, Just keep in mind that some hairstyles are not appropriate for some hair types, and some haircuts demand a lot of styling. , Or just don't change your hair, if that's what you feel like.
The j-rock style is, after all, about being unique, so you might look unique with you natural hairstyle/colour among other j-rockers. , Just as with the hair, make it unique, stylish and get inspired by your idols. ,, The clothes can be hard to get, but if you are creative, you can make your grandmothers ugliest dress look like a valuable collectible from a concert.
Use accessories if you think that your outfit isn't special enough.
Once again, get inspired by other j-rockers and add a personal touch to it. , Not that important, but really impressive, and also fun because this way you can understand the lyrics of your favorite songs better and maybe also make your own songs. , This is also an option, but shows originality.
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