Gothic clothing? Check. Black eyeliner? Check. And what about your hair? Maybe you've had the same haircut for a while and are ready to change it.
If that sounds like you, you've come to the right place! Here are seven alternative haircuts for those who want to make a rebellious statement - complete with tips on how to style them.
Asymmetrical
An asymmetrical hairstyle is trendy in the alternative fashion world. The great thing about this hairstyle is that you can do it at any length! A bob where one side is longer than the other is an everyday asymmetric hairstyle, while another cut is the A-line cut where the back is short, and the front is long.
Asymmetric hairstyles look good with any hair type, but for the most daring look use a straightening iron to straighten your hair. Asymmetric cuts look good with intense colours, so feel free to add a few strands of light colour.
Undercut
The great thing about this look is how you can style it! If you want to show off your undercut, parting your hair to the side and letting the shaved side come out. Do you want to hide it? Give yourself a centre parting or split your hair on the opposite side of the undercut. Not sure if you're going to go undercut yet? Try French braiding: braid a piece of hair in front of the ear on the side of your head and tuck it back. This creates the illusion of an undercut!
Razor haircut
Style your razor cut by straightening your hair entirely and then teasing the upper layers and adding some hairspray or accessories to make it last. If you have shorter hair, you can wear hair extensions to add length.
Pixie
Pixie cuts are a great way to show off your features! No matter if you decide on a sharp short cut or a more feminine shaved cut. One of the most prominent features of a pixie cut is the fringe. You can make it short everywhere, with a longer fringe over the eyes, or you can create short asymmetrical fringes. Super short pixie haircuts are also great for all hair types, but if you want something even more daring than a pixie haircut, try a buzz cut! This style is easy to maintain and will make you stand out from the crowd.
There are countless ways to style a pixie haircut. For example, you can use hair gel for a messy bedhead look. For a retro pompadour look, comb the hairline back and fauxhawk it.
Dreadlocks
You can get your dreadlocks styled with your own hair in a hairdressing salon or at home. You will need to comb your hair back regularly and exercise to keep it in curls. So it goes without saying that this is a hairstyle that requires a lot of care and needs to be groomed regularly. If you are not sure whether you want to commit to dreadlocks, try it first by separating your hair with hair pomade and twisting it into temporary curls.
Gothic
Gothic hair in the traditional sense is usually straight, so get out your straightening iron. And be aware that black is probably the most common hair colour for this particular style. So consider having your hair dyed. With this style, it is essential to keep your hair in top condition. So make sure that you take good care of it to keep it smooth and shiny. You can read our article about how to avoid damaged hair.
Now you know six different alternative haircuts, you could try out. Which haircut will you get?