Explaining Different Styles (don't worry I will update still working on this)

Decora - This is a vibrant Japanese style that emerged in the 1990s mainly in the Harajuku district of Tokyo, Japan. The style often has a lot of accessories (bracelets, hair clips, keychains, necklaces, face stickers, etc) and is very colorful. It also uses a lot of layering which is using multiple layers of clothes to make a outfit. Decora is often associated with the Kawaii culture as well. 

Decora Kei - Similar to Decora but with a few differences. This style uses more pastel colors and colorful hair and has a more childlike look

Dark Decora - Again similar to Decora but with more darker tones. Still stays the same with the accessories and clothes but with a more darker color palette. 

Emo - This style includes dark clothing such as band/graphic tees, ripped/unripped black skinny jeans, studded belts and converse. The style came from the music scene with artists such as My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Panic! at the Disco, Pierce the Veil, and many others. 

Midwest Emo - Similar to emo but with music elements from the Midwestern US. Such bands include Hawthorne Heights and Sunny Day Real Estate. 

Screamo - Again similar to emo but with music that has screaming vocals, emotional lyrics, and chaotic instruments. Some artists include Escape the Fate, Bring me the Horizon, and Sleeping with Sirens.

Emo Revival - This began in the late 2000s and was popular throughout the 2010s. Bands during this time included Modern Baseball and Tigers Jaw. 

Scene - This style involves bright colors, graphic tees, skinny jeans, tutus, colorful hair, fuzzy boots and many other things. Unlike emo fashion scene goes for a more brighter and eye-catching look. Such artists include LMFAO, Millionaires, Never Shout Never, All Time Low, and many other groups that have similar vibes. 

Scenecore - This is a modern revival of the Scene culture however this includes internet styles and rejection of cringe culture. It is brightly colored with loads of accessories such as Kandi. The music is mainly hyperpop and electronic with artists such as 6arelyhuman and Odetari. 

Punk - This style is bold and rebellious that started in the 1970s and is involved with DIY ethics, rejecting societal norms, and distinctive clothing elements. Many bands in the Punk genre include Sex Pistols, The Ramones, Dead Kennedy's, and others. Punk fashion is just not about the clothing, its more about self-expression, going against norms that society has, and politics. Designers like Vivienne Westwood played a big part in the Punk movement by bringing punk elements into mainstream fashion. Many punks believe in leftist ideas such as women's rights, equality, anti-nazism, government intervention, along with many others.

Street Punk - This substyle of punk emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It's characterized by an edgy aesthetic involving elements such as ripped pants, combat boots, leather jackets, and band tees. Other elements include spikes, studs, and other DIY ethics. 

Artpunk - This is another substyle of punk and this emerged in the 1970s as a visual idea to the Punk rock movement. This is characterized by bold fashion, DIY ethics, and anti-establishment themes. It is known for it's visual style which often has chaotic imagery, contrasting colors and the use of letters cut out from newspapers or magazines. Artists like Raymond Pettibon and Jamie Reid were iconic for their works they created that went against societal norms. 

Riot Grrrl - This is a feminist movement that emerged in the early 1990s which combines feminism, punk music, and activism which addressed ideas like rape and abuse. Such bands include Bikini Kill, Huggybear, and BratMobile. This movement empowers women to speak up against injustices they face and voice their anger/frustration through music and activism. 

Crust Punk - This emerged in the early 1980s in the United Kingdom and is known for it's fast, aggressive, political lyrics. It is a mixture of punk rock, hardcore punk, and extreme metal such as death metal. Common themes in this movement are anti-capitalism, social activism, and environmentalism. Some bands include Doom and Amebix. 

Horror Punk - This is a substyle of punk that mixes themes of horror and punk together. It is often characterized by lyrics that talk about death and the supernatural. Such visual elements include makeup, costumes, and props inspired by horror movies. Such bands include the Misfits and AFI. 

Cyberpunk - This is also a substyle of punk that includes science fiction elements like cyborgs, electronics, space, and dystopian. It has a blend of high-tech aesthetics and sometimes neon colors are involved. 

Goth - This style includes darker fashion that gets its inspiration from Victorian or Medieval times. This style includes long flowy skirts, corsets, lace, chokers, fishnets, and dark bold makeup. Some fictional iconic goth characters include Morticia Adams, Elvira, Nancy Downs, and Lydia Deetz. Some real life iconic figures include Robert Smith (lead singer of The Cure), Bram Stroker (best known for his novel Dracula), and Maila Nurmi. Goth embodies themes such as music, literature, and architecture. Such bands include The Cure, Type O Negative, Bauhaus, Depeche Mode, and many others. 

Trad Goth - This style emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It is characterized by the original goths of that era. The style typically includes dark clothing with dark makeup and accessories. Bands such as Sioux and The Banshees and The Cure are popular bands in this genre. 

Gothabilly - This style mixes in goth elements with 50s rockabilly elements. This was first popularized by bands such as The Cramps in the early 1970s. This style includes items such as vintage styled clothing, dark colors, and accessories like gloves and corsets. 

Mall Goth - This style emerged in the late 1990s and eventually developed its culture around nu-metal, emo, and industrial metal. Amy Lee and Marilyn Manson are key figures in this style. Fashion includes platform boots, fishnets, oversized sweaters, and trousers. Some brands also include JNCO, Lip Service, Demonia, and Tripp NYC. 

Victorian Goth - This is a blend of Victorian era fashion mixed with gothic fashion. Such elements include corsets, veils, lace, petticoats, and dark colors. Victorian style architecture also plays a role in this style as well. 

Whimsigoth - This is a blend of witchy and gothic elements with dark colors such as purple, black, and jewel tones and includes fashion such as cardigans, maxi dresses/skirts, and fabrics like lace and velvet. This style can be seen with films like Buffy The Vampire Slayer and this style has a celestial feel. 

Hippie Goth - This is a mixture of hippie elements and goth elements such as crystals, prints with moon, sun, and stars, and darker + earthy colors. 

Cyber Goth - This mixes in styles such as cyberpunk and goth. It has unique accessories, neon colors, and dark elements. Such accessories and clothing items include cyber locks, corsets, fishnet/mesh, goggles, gas masks, tight pants, and bold makeup. 

Pastel Goth - This style mixes in goth elements as well as more cuter pastel elements. This style emerged in the early 2010s with sites such as Tumblr. The style gets its inspiration from Harajuku and gothic elements. Such items might include sweaters, spiked headbands, lace dresses, graphic tees, chokers, and hair clips that might be shaped like bats or skulls. This style also extends to home decor, music, and art. 

Romantic Goth - This style mixes in romantic features (ex. roses, velvet, lace, colors such as red and pink) with more gothic elements. This style gets its inspiration from 19th century romances novels with authors such as Edgar Allan Poe and Mary Shelly. Such items might include lace dresses, corsets, chokers, Mary Janes, and fishnets. 

Corporate Goth - This style is mixed with formal elements and gothic elements. Such items might include blazers, midi skirts, heels, blouses, and skull shaped accessories without it being to much and still keeping a formal business like look.

Kawaii - This style embraces cute and innocent elements such as dresses, hair clips, pastel colors, and bright makeup. This emerged from Japan with the word kawaii meaning cute in Japanese. 

Cottagecore - This style emerged around 2018 and draws inspiration from the country life with elements including dresses, flowers, cardigans, and comfy footwear. This aesthetic romanticizes simplicity, rural living, and connections to nature. This also goes out to home decor and architecture as well. 

Goblincore - This style embraces the things in nature that some might see as "ugly" or "gross". It emerged in the early 2010s on sites such as Tumblr. This style embodies nature, DIY ethics, and activities like foraging or exploring. This style has an earthy color palette with oversized sweaters, flannel, boots, cargo or baggy pants, belts, jewelry, satchel bags, and layering. 

Steampunk - This mixes in Victorian elements with steam technology such as gears, bolts, and clocks. Such clothing includes vests, trousers, top hats, goggles, and waist coats with elements being added in like clocks and gears. 

New Wave - This is a vibrant movement that started in the late 1970s and early 1980s and has a unique music genre and fashion style. This has quirky clothing with geometric shapes and vibrant colors. Designers Vivienne Westwood and Jean Gaultier also played a big role in this movement with her designs. 

Skater - This style includes skating shoes (ex. Converse and Vans), baggy shirts, and baggy pants (JNCOs play a big role in this style) that are comfy and suitable for skating and embraces the creativity and reflects the culture of skateboarding. 

Metalhead - This style involves fashion such as combat boots, band tees, jeans, and leather jackets. Many music artists in this genre include Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Mettalica, and many other artists. This also includes artists from different metal genres such as Glam Metal, Death Metal, Nu-Metal, and other sub-genres.