Glam metal stars are the essence of eighties music. If you want to learn how to have a rock star look inspired by that era, read on.
Steps
Step 1. The look
The glam metal rock star look can be difficult to imitate. It's not so much about the type of clothing you wear, but how you wear them. However, never underestimate the power of a pair of leather pants. Jeans and t-shirts are also part of the look. Filling yourself with scarves and jewels will give you that glam touch that sets this style apart. Dressing in layers is also important; the more you create, the better. Any kind of shiny, sequined, leather or spandex fabric will work for you. Tight pants are a must.
Step 2. The hair
This is there most important part of the glam metal look. There is a reason the look is also referred to as "hair metal". To have very fluffy hair, you will need to learn how to backcomb it. Take a strand of hair and comb it towards the roots instead of towards the ends. After you have backcombed it, spray it with hairspray and move on to the next one. Once you have completely backcombed and lacquered all your hair, throw your head forward and evenly spray some hairspray. Then go back to raising your head and sprinkle some more. Repeat this operation as many times as necessary. Curling your hair can work too, but the backcombing method is a tried and true technique. Many people dye their hair black or platinum blonde, but many people keep their natural hair color. The decision is up to you.
Step 3. The trick
Makeup adds the finishing touch to your style. Here you can literally indulge yourself. Never worry about it being too heavy or using unnatural colors, such as teal. Also make sure you put lots of eyeliner on, but only on the upper lid. Abundant with this product is essential.
Step 4. The music
If you want to sound like a glam metal rocker, you are probably a fan of this genre of music. For newbies it is important to at least give a brief introduction to the genre. Glam metal was born on the Sunset Strip, in Los Angeles, in the 1980s. This is not the metal played by Black Sabbath, but a form of hard rock. Some of the most famous bands to start with are Van Halen, Aerosmith and Led Zeppelin. Once you are familiar with these bands, you can deepen your knowledge of glam metal. Among the most famous bands are also Mötley Crue, Poison, Warrant, Ratt, Bon Jovi (from the early days; the albums that follow “New Jersey” are no longer "glam") and Cinderella. Def Leppard are also part of the category and write more refined songs than other bands.
Step 5. The attitude
Glam rockers are androgynous to the extreme and have to put up with a lot of criticism of their look. Try to assert yourself; defend your choices. Try to have an unbridled and casual attitude. Glam is just that, the taste of being exaggerated.
Advice
- Playing an instrument is a great idea to complete your look. Not being a musician and yet adopting a glam metal style might make you pass for a poser.
- Long hair is kind of a necessary prerequisite for this type of style. Let them grow if you are really interested in the glam metal look.
- Go for a shag haircut. Backcombing will have a better effect. Sure, it will be a little more difficult to make it happen, but not impossible.
Warnings
- Try to be truly aware of what you do when choosing this look. It would be better if you are a fan of glam metal to choose this style; If you don't know anything about that time when Ozzy Osbourne sniffed ants with Nikki Sixx, then the look is not for you until you have updated on this and other facts regarding glam metal bands and musicians.
- This look requires a lot of dedication; be prepared to dedicate at least half an hour in the morning, although the times also depend on how quickly you can get dressed and back your hair.
- If you really want to adopt this look, you have to dedicate yourself to it all the days. Everything is in the effort you put into it.
- Even though many glam metal stars take drugs, drink and smoke, that doesn't mean you have to. Why risk your life for a style and for some music?
