Best Outfit Ideas For A Dramatic Emo Aesthetic Look
Sported by celebrities like Avril Lavigne, Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato, Skrillex, Machine Gun Kelly, and Post Malone, emo outfits are no longer classed as niche apparel but must-have aesthetic outfits.
When chosen with intent and paired well, emo outfits are great at reflecting a subtle facet of your persona to friends, family, and the world around you.
Wearing emo outfits is also one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to showcase a unique fashion taste, style, and personality.
However, when it comes to emo outfits, there are so many style variations and matching options you can choose from.
In this article, I’ll introduce you to the cutest 10 emo outfits in 2022 and emo-outfits ideas you can mix and match at home.
EMO OUTFIT 1
Oversized Vest On Oversized Shirt
One of the best emo looks is wearing an oversized shirt with a statement large vest.
The combo will create an instant emo-dramatic look, especially with related emo accessories.
Reinforce the style with a pair of tapered jeans and long, color-matching press-on nails.
Barbed Wire Heart Emo Knit Vest$33 |
Button Through Split Side Blouse$14 |
EMO OUTFIT 2
Wrap Top With Mom’s Jeans
Another very sexy emo outfit look is the combo of a cropped top with jeans for women, ideally mom’s jeans.
You can go for a dark-color cropped top, but I prefer the pink shade for a more casual, feminine twist.
Pink cropped tops are also very sensual and able to depict the ethos of the emo subculture when paired with dark skinny jeans.
Like It’s 2007 Striped Top$33 |
Buttoned Front Raw Hem Jeans
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EMO OUTFIT 3
Wide Leg Skull Pants With Oversized Sweats
If you’re feeling androgynous, this emo outfit looks fantastic on both female and male emo fashionistas.
The look is more varied than the usual emo outfit style but a delight to experiment with.
The look is achieved by matching a pair of skull pans with an oversized sweater, ideally with skull patterns and complementary colors for a punk-inspired aesthetic or a goth clothing style.
To finalize the look, pair it with a pair of classic Nike shoes and silver necklaces around your neck and wrists.
Balaclava Print Wide Leg Pants$42 |
Expression Drop Shoulder Sweatshirt$14 |
EMO OUTFIT 4
Chunky Sandals With Leg Warmers
This is one of my favorite female emo outfit combos and a look you can easily wear anywhere.
Chunky sandals are an emo look staple but in this case, swap the usual ripped jeans with a pair of colored 80s fashion aesthetic leg warmers for a more non-conformist touch.
From all popular options out there (emo-shoes wise), I class emo sandals above all, suitable for all possible emo outfit combos you have in mind.
Buckle Grunge Chunky Platform Sandals$65 |
Love Bites Emo Arm & Leg Warmers$12 |
EMO OUTFIT 5
Bubblegum Pink Cargo Pants With Combat Boots
One of the most popular current fashion trends, the cargo pants and combat boots combo looks just as great on emo guys and girls.
However, emo girls benefit from being able to create unique emo outfits by introducing elegant colors, such as bubblegum pink.
Pair with a sporty bra or a dark-colored ‘favorite punk band’ tank top for a fierce finish.
Bubblegum Pink Cargo Pants$43 |
Hollin Combat Boots$59.99 |
EMO OUTFIT 6
Chain Belt With Cropped Top
Another efficient way to create an emo-style outfit is by introducing rock-style aesthetic elements.
The chain belt with a cropped top in brown colors is a great combo for a dramatic but powerful emo look.
Complete the look with a messenger bag covered in emo patches, and badges consisting of your favorite underground music bands.
Miss Angel Ribbed Top$23 |
Shining Star Chain Belt$16 |
EMO OUTFIT 7
Skull All Over
Some of the best emo outfits – for all genders and body types – are the “dressing scene” styles.
The look points to an emo music lover that dresses to showcase an understanding of the emo music scene, but without naming the brand in particular.
Some of the most popular emo outfits in this category are dark-colored oversized tracksuits with all-over skulls motifs.
Skeleton Hands Embroidery Jeans$48 |
Grey Skeleton Hoodie$55 |
EMO OUTFIT 8
Wide Leg Jeans With Buckles
Launched as a famous outfit for emo teens, the wide-leg jeans with buckles have become an article of must-have clothing for any hardcode emo style lover.
The look is simple, and you can put it together yourself at home; all you need are some unused belt buckles.
You can experiment with different buckle types and sizes, but I find that heart buckles look best and are guaranteed to turn heads.
Buckle Strap Printed Jeans$42 |
Emo Aesthetic Flare Jeans$52 |
EMO OUTFIT 9
Oversized Sweater With Ring Necklace
Being emo is about more than just looking fashionable and more about the message you’re trying to send across.
Often hidden behind tops and t-shirts, the ring on a necklace accessory is a symbol relevant to the emo community.
To showcase your ring necklace, wear it over an oversized sweater in a sweet, pastel color range.
The great thing about this emo outfit is that it takes minimal effort to put together, and you can mix it as little or as much as you like!
Hard To Impress Ring Necklace$13 |
Broken Heart Sweater$37 |
EMO OUTFIT 10
Denim Mini Skirt With Fitted Top
I can’t recommend enough denim mini skirts and fitted tops if you want to project a dressier image on a special occasion with your loved one.
Creating an equally casual and sensual emo outfit is easy as long as you stick to an all-black emo ensemble.
If you feel the denim dress is too simple, you can always complement to look with a silver-studded belt, combat boots, and a layered spike necklace or bracelet.
Finalize the style with a pair of black-rimmed glasses and a pair of canvas shoes or even branded Converse shoes.
Meet Me On-campus Denim Skirt$37 |
Emo Girl Fitted Crop Top$24 |
Emo Outfits FAQs
What do you wear for emo?
- Choose oversized, vintage clothes and punk-band shirts.
- Create a blend of oversized with body-fitting emo styles and tight clothes that contour to your body’s shape.
- Choose black jeans or skirts in dark colors – you can also wear tight jeans or slim-fit jeans for a more grunge swag punk cyber look.
- Wear layers of jewelry such as necklaces, bands, bracelets, or even anxiety rings.
- Accessorize with studded belts for an edgier emo look.
- Add clip-on emo pins and badges to your jackets – or vegan leather jackets – and backpack.
How do I look cute emo?
The easiest way to create an emo look is by wearing light pastel-colored emo outfits matched with emo makeup and emo hairstyles.
An adorable emo outfit example comprises a short emo skirt, a band t-shirt, a red flannel, and a pair of black emo sandals with colored socks.
What does emo mean in fashion?
Emo is an artistic subculture and music genre that values authentic and powerful, dark emotions.
In fashion, emo has a unique look that includes specific emo dresses, shoes, tops, accessories, makeup, and hairstyles, as described above.
Conclusion
Some of the best emo outfits follow a specific style movement inspired by the emo music of the early 2000s (as seen in 2000s fashion).
The emo name comes from the emotional nature of this style of music, which was a mix of punk and rock, channeled by bands like My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, and Taking Back Sunday.
Available in teenage clothing stores, emo outfits and styles are trendy among contemporary teens who like to dress outside of the mainstream and stand out from the crowd.
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Now it’s your turn…
Which one of these emo outfits is your favorite and why?
Are there any other emo aesthetic outfit ideas you’ve tried and want to add to this list?
Comments below, please!
