The style of the Cyber Goth is quite different from that which characterizes the other goths, which focus more on the past. As you will understand from the term, these Goths wink to the future, and the way to go in terms of fashion includes neon colors, avant-garde trends, chunky shoes and boots, original hair extensions, goggles, cybernetic accessories and physical changes.. To give you an idea, this style describes the Goths of the future. In any case, there are no rules and there are not only two well-defined types of gothic: you don't necessarily have to feel part of one group or another, even if it is obvious that each style has unique characteristics.
Remember that becoming a Cyber Goth isn't always easy and can take a lot of money and research. It is a complex style; if done everything right, you can get an absolutely fantastic and different look from everyone else. It is a relatively new trend and is still underground for now, although it has recently gained more popularity. Have fun creating it and you will be admired by all the other Goths!
Steps
Step 1. Although a large proportion of Cyber Goths are female, it is a unisex style
Don't think you can't cultivate it just because you're a man. And it doesn't even matter the color of your skin. It is a multi-ethnic trend, and there are many Goths of color, Latin American or Asian, just to give an example.
Step 2. Know the difference between Cyber Goth and Raver
In Europe and Japan, the Cyber Goths seem to lean strongly towards the Raver, who are usually characterized by bright colors. In America and Australia, Cyber Goths lean more towards the military style, called Rivethead. Either way, you don't necessarily have to adapt to the hottest trend where you live. If you live in Japan, you can still be a Cyber Goth who prefers to show off their dark side. Similarly, there are many people who dress like Japanese Cyber Goths but are in America or Australia.
Step 3. Start with makeup, but don't do anything you don't want, dislike, or make you uncomfortable
There are no rules, so you should feel free to be yourself. Most Cyber Goth tricks are quite complex and the colors are coordinated with the rest of the outfit. You should devote a lot of practice to make-up before showing it off in public, this to feel comfortable and to avoid unwanted glances.
Step 4. Get a foundation that is a few shades lighter than your complexion
You could try those from Manic Panic, used by Marylin Manson. At first, don't go overboard in your search for this pale effect: proceed gradually.
Step 5. Try applying lipstick colors that are not subtle, whether they are black, blue or hot pink
The important thing is that you like the effect.
Step 6. You can also apply eyeliner if you like
Some Cyber Goths prefer to create a nice thick line. You could do it with an eyeliner brush and black eyeshadow. There are also many lovers of this style who often apply a neon and bright eyeshadow, draw a thin line of eyeliner and add eye-catching false eyelashes. This look is quite common among girls. In any case, they are just ideas, choose the one you like best.
Step 7. Cyber Goths sometimes pluck their brows and redraw them
This allows them to trace them to suit the eye makeup they will be doing. Some girls' make-up is reminiscent of drag queens.
Step 8. In Europe (most commonly Sweden and Finland) and Japan, some girls apply brightly colored sticky gems around their eyes
Step 9. Cyber Goth hair is amazing
They can both dye and style them and (and this is more common) apply elaborate extensions, characterized by braids or that in some way recall dreadlocks, called dread falls. They can be composed of synthetic hair, double plastic tapes, electronic wires or cables, foam strips or other materials; take a look at cyberloxes to better understand how they should be. Since the Cyber Goth fashion generally aims at creating an artificial look or with a well marked style, the materials are obviously not natural and it is difficult for the hair to be left as it is. Dread falls produced with synthetic hair can be created inspired by different styles, such as candy canes (two colors are intertwined to achieve this effect) and transistors (also in this case there are two colors). Dread-shaped extensions are also used for a more permanent dread falls look.
Step 10. Staying on the subject of hair, search the web for the word cyberlox
They can be expensive, but they are a good alternative to extensions and wigs and look great, provided they are chosen well. Try those particularly thick, full and colorful. The neon ones are even better. While you can't find cyberloxes that fit your budget, you can easily find suitable materials, such as foam, cables and kenakalon hair, and then you can make the dreads yourself. When you put them on, add a thick headband to cover your hair, which will also relieve the pressure from the weight on your forehead.
Step 11. Remember that hair can be multicolored
Black is generally the most popular base shade, and most neon colors are fine. Manic Panic features such dyes, but chances are you'll need to bleach your hair first. Some Cyber Goths make a rainbow tint, with a touch of black. However, you don't have to go to the trouble of dyeing them, and that's where cyberloxes come in; you can also choose from different wigs.
Step 12. Search online for Cyber Goth style clothing
Any garment that is latex, vinyl or elastane will do. Colors usually feature a mix of neon, white and / or black shades. Try to create contrasts. The clothes they have reflective panels or electronic circuits they are quite popular. Neon fishnet stockings worn over plain black ones are popular among girls and are cool. Also try to find clothing that has symbols such as biohazard or radioactive activity. Vinyl necklaces and bracelets with colorful spikes are popular with this trend, even better if they glow in the dark. Try to find a good quality vinyl gas mask, another popular accessory.
Step 13. In England, many Cyber Goths buy plain, colorful fishnet stockings and tear them off to use as sleeves, layering different shades
This fashion was actually borrowed from Deathrock, but as it is colorful it is now also part of the Cyber Goth style.
Step 14. Aviator and cyber goggles are quite common
They are usually worn on the head with a cyberlox (remember that wearing it too long is annoying, so a headband will give at least some relief to the head).
Step 15. If you are the right age, you should start wandering around industrial music clubs that are popular with Cyber Goths, because this is where many people who cultivate the same style usually congregate
Many of them can also be encountered at anime and comic conventions and the annual Wave Gotik Treffen and M'era Luna festivals, which are held in Germany and attract visitors from all over the world.
Step 16. Boots and other platform shoes are back in the limelight, so you should definitely buy a pair
Inspired by brands such as Transmuter, Swear Alternative and Demonia, very popular among style lovers. Plus, faux fur legwarmers are trendy among Cyber Goths.
Step 17. Body modifications are equally common among Cyber Goths
Piercings and scarifications are examples of this. Kanji or other Japanese-inspired characters are tattooed. In any case, this is just an example, after all there are different types of tattoos and everyone can choose the one they prefer. Also, remember that changes that definitely or nearly affect your body are not to be taken lightly. You don't necessarily have to get pierced and you definitely don't have to suffer just to be a Cyber Goth.
Step 18. The music particularly appreciated by Cyber Goths is electronic music, including both alternative sub-genres, such as EBM (Electronic Body Music), industrial, future pop and power noise, and those widespread in clubs, such as trance and hard dance
It also includes sub-genres such as drum and bass, synthpop, gabber and more refined dance. You should cultivate this style by knowing at least some of the most famous Cyber Goth bands, such as VNV Nation and Icon of Coil, otherwise they will call you poser. We repeat it, between industrial, EBM, future pop, sinthpop, techno, noize and aggrotech, the subgenres are various. Make sure you spot the differences, because there are indeed. Some lean more towards a Rammstein-style sound, others towards a rave / club sound.
Advice
- You can certainly take inspiration from others, but sooner or later you have to develop your own style.
- Be creative and make your own outfits. DIY is popular with Cyber Goths, and it saves you money.
- You can buy clothes and accessories at the mall, department stores and second-hand shops. Buy anything you like, there are no rules.
- Do a thorough research on style and music before figuring out if it's really for you.
- Neon colors are common, so try to be as creative as possible when fine-tuning your combinations.
- Try to hang out with some Cyber Goths, listen to the bands they like and see their clothing.
- Some bands, like VNV Nation, Icon Of Coil, Combichrist, Ayria, Angelspit, Neurotic Fish and KMFDM, are good for those who have just entered this world.
- Don't change overnight, or they'll call you a poser.
- Visit European countries where this style is particularly popular, such as Germany. The Wave Gotik Treffen and M'Era Luna music festivals attract Cyber Goths from all over the world.
- Pop into second-hand stores to find interesting pieces for a low price. Also, try eBay to find discontinued items.
- Inspired by clothing brands such as Futurstate and Plastik Wrap (America / Canada), Cyberdog, Prohibition, Sektor 1 and Battery Organic (England and other European countries) and Takuya Angel (Japan) to understand what are the bases for creating your own style.
Warnings
- It certainly isn't cheap to cultivate this style, so it may take some time before you can have a suitable wardrobe. So as soon as you find cheaper items in thrift stores, make them yours.
- They may judge you for your look / outfit, but what matters is that you are happy, that's all.
- It can happen that many Emo / Mall Goths stop you on the street to ask you where you found certain clothes / shoes / extensions; it may be fun at first, but then it might bother you in the long run. That's the price to pay for a great look!
- Some Cyber Goths (especially girls) are characterized by a snobbish attitude; many will try to make you demoralized if you have recently joined the business or if you decide to change just to be trendy.
