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The Scene Subculture
The scene subculture is a youth-oriented style and social movement that emerged in the early 2000s, blending elements of alternative, emo, and hardcore punk with pop culture influences. It is characterized by a distinct aesthetic, music preferences, and lifestyle. Scene kids are known for their love of post-hardore, metalcore, crunkcore, electronicore, pop-punk, and alternative rock. Bands like Bring Me the Horizon, Black Veil Brides, Asking Alexandria, and Blood on the Dance Floor were iconic.Scene subculture thrived during the rise of social media platforms like Myspace and later Tumblr. Online self-expression was a huge part of being scene, with curated profiles featuring flashy designs, playlists, and photo edits. The vibe of the scene often leaned toward quirky, playful, and slightly over-the-top self-presentation, contrasting with the darker tones of emo.
Scene X Emo
While often confused with emo, scene culture has brighter, more flamboyant aesthetics and less focus on introspection or melancholy. Emo emphasizes emotional expression and darker themes, while scene is more about fun, fashion, and partying.
The Scene Fashion
Scene fashion is all about standing out, blending edgy punk aesthetics with playful, childlike elements. The mix of bright colors, alternative influences, and over-the-top accessories makes it a unique and unforgettable style that defines the scene subculture.
1. Tops and Bottoms:
- Band T-shirts: Tight-fitting shirts featuring scene-favorite bands like Bring Me the Horizon, Pierce the Veil, and Blood on the Dance Floor.
- Graphic Tees: Shirts with quirky, colorful designs, cartoon characters, or edgy slogans.
- Layering: Tank tops over long-sleeve striped or fishnet shirts were popular
- Skinny Jeans: Tight, often brightly colored or black, sometimes ripped.
- Tutu Skirts: For a more playful, feminine touch, often paired with leggings or patterned tights.
- Denim Shorts: Worn over colorful leggings or fishnet stockings.
2. Shoes:
- Converse or Vans: Often customized with doodles or mismatched laces.
- Brightly Colored Sneakers: Neon and chunky designs were a staple.
- Creepers: For a goth-meets-punk edge.
3. Outerwear:
- Hoodies: Often band-branded or covered in bright, cartoonish patterns.
- Leather or Denim Jackets: Frequently customized with patches or pins.
- Checkered or Animal Print Coats: To emphasize the playful aesthetic.
4. Acessories:
- Plastic Beads: Chunky necklaces and bracelets in neon colors.
- Cartoon-Inspired: Accessories with Hello Kitty, skulls, or stars.
- Piercings: Snakebites, septum piercings, or multiple ear piercings were common.
- Tote Bags: Featuring band logos or quirky designs.
- Backpacks: Animal-shaped or decorated with pins and patches.
- Studded Belts: In black, neon, or checkered patterns.
- Chain Belts: Adding an edgy, punk-inspired touch.
- Colorful hoodies, often with polka dots or animal prints.
- Beanies: Slouchy or tight-fitting for a casual vibe.
5. Hair:
- Choppy Layers: Hair with lots of volume, often teased.
- Bangs: Side-swept bangs covering one eye were iconic.
- Extensions: Clip-in streaks in vibrant colors like pink, blue, or green.
- Multicolored: Bright dyes, streaks, or ombre effects.
- Black with Highlights: Commonly paired with neon streaks or tips.
6. Makeup:
- Heavy Eyeliner: Thick black eyeliner extending past the corners of the eyes.
- Eyeshadow: Bright, neon colors like pink, blue, or purple.
- False Lashes: For a dramatic effect.
- Pale or Nude: For a subtle contrast with bold eyes.
- Occasionally Bright: Neon pinks or glossy finishes.
- Blush: Light pink or peach for a youthful look.
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DeadSoulz:c
I want to be scene but it’s hard cuz I have ZERO Scene clothes, or basically anything for that matter.
you can DIY, most subcultures do this and you can also complete the look with accessories
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DeadSoulz:c
I want to be scene but it’s hard cuz I have ZERO Scene clothes, or basically anything for that matter.
DeadSoulz:c
I want to be scene but it’s hard cuz I have ZERO Scene clothes, or basically anything for that matter.
club_sodaXD
thanks for doing this I'm excited for hyperpops to see this and start crying lmao
in fact, hyperpop is part of scenecore so whether or not everything is linked, but i understand that a certain prejudice in consideration of the modernism of scene
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fvck_c0ca1ne
i'm some kind of alternative yk, basically that what everyone is calling emo rn (ik that this isnt it lol) and i rllyyy want to dress like a scene kid but dont have money :,)
i think if you search on YouTube there should be some DIY videos, most subcultures are based on this, so you don't need to worry about money ♡♡♡
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M1LL1CYD3
i rlly dont mean 2 be this type of person but traditional scene songs (ones that really made up the culture) were bands like millionaires, sleeping with sirens, attack attack!, 18 visions, and lots of other bands that evolved from myspace; the playlist that you linked is more of a modernized version of scene
firstly: my focus is to talk about subculture fashion, not music, secondly: i literally wrote some of the bands that were part of the scene subculture, you didn't read it because you didn't want to
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OH I didn't even see the bands im rlly bad at reading colored text that's my bad please have a wonderful day I didn't mean 2 be rude 🙏🙏
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it's okay friend ♡♡♡
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3L1F
UR SO LUCKY TO HAVE THAT HAIR :((((
⦻ shushi =w=
commenting so i can find this blog post laterr
TsuKi
im a gyaru, but i really like the scene subcuture, i really appreciate how it uses bright colors in the outfits, its so beautiful and fun! it gives me nostalgia vibes!
yeeess, is sooo beautiful ♡♡♡
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L0v3ly_s1ck0.222
This is the best thing I've ever seen
thank yooouu!!! ♡♡♡
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