Since the last time that I wrote about how your music tastes can change the way you dress and how it affects easily impressionable teenagers, have you noticed it in the hallways? Have you noticed that the way people dress may be significant to the music they listen to? Maybe, have you talked to someone and asked about what their taste in music is and if it matches with their clothing?
I’m writing part two to my last article in a way to expand and share some more music taste and clothing that might be related to what we choose to listen to.
You can usually tell it’s country season in Tumwater when you hear more Luke Bryan in the morning than birds chirping. A lot of boys wear cowboy boots or Hey Dudes, and at this point, I think half of the boys wear those more than regular shoes. Luke Combs would be proud.
Also along with bootcut jeans and a t-shirt that’s sometimes slightly tucked into their belt for a complete look. You’ll usually see them wearing a cap too. For the girls, high boots, skirts, and sometimes cow print are common. Bows in their hair, loose tops, and long curled hair are also styles you might notice. Overall, country fans tend to have a relaxed but put together look that makes their music taste pretty easy to spot.
Rock is another genre that stands out just as clearly in the way people dress. You might notice students wearing darker colors like black, gray, or deep reds. Band t-shirts are a big giveaway, whether it’s something classic like Nirvana or Metallica, or Alice in Chains. Hoodies and flannels are also pretty common. Some people wear chain s or rings, but definitely not everyone. It really depends on the person. Shoes are usually things like Vans or boots. Hair can be messy, longer, or sometimes dyed, but again, not everyone. Just like country, you can kind of match the style to the music once you start paying attention to it.
Indie is another style that you can kind of recognize once you start paying attention to it. People who listen to indie music usually have a more relaxed and unique way of dressing. You might see bigger jeans, thrifted clothes, or outfits that don’t really follow one specific trend. Oversized sweaters, hoodies, and graphic tees are pretty common. Shoes are usually something simple like Converse or Vans. A lot of indie styles come from mixing different pieces together, so it isn’t the same for everyone. A big thing they will add is tote bags, rings, or layered necklaces. And lets just say, if you own a tote bag, you either read poetry, or pretend to do it just for the aesthetic, while listening to The 1975. Overall, indie fans like to dress in a way that feels more personal and less focused on fitting in, which really matches the vibe to their music taste.
There’s also a lot more underground type of music that you don’t hear on the radio, like stuff similar to Chris Travis, Xavier Wulf or Bones, usually have a more lowkey and laid-back style. You may see darker clothing, hoodies, baggy pants, and graphic tees. A lot of the outfits look comfortable but still put together in their own way. Shoes are usually sneakers, and some people wear beanies or keep the outfits pretty simple. It’s not as flashy as some styles but it stands out because it feels more chill and kind of different.
Now lastly, K-pop. K-pop is another genre that stands out not just through their music but also their fans express it in their style. A lot of people who are into K-pop tend to dress in a more trendy and put-together
way, sometimes mixing soft and bold pieces together. A lot of bright colors, layered skirts or necklaces, or clothes that feel very fashionable and styled on purpose. Accessories are also a big part of the look, like the hair clips and bags. Hairstyles can be more styled too, with curtain bangs, dye jobs, or different haircuts that match current trends. K-pop fans also like to wear their merch with every other outfit, just to let you know they went to their concert once.. Or maybe TWICE.
Overall, sometimes your music will make a big impact on your clothing choices. Some people you would never respect. Try and get to know the people around you, and see if what they listen to matches with their clothing aesthetic.
