Bold and elegant - glam rock style in clothes

Clothing can tell a lot about a person - about his character, mood, attitude to life. Even those who do not pay due attention to their image, forming a wardrobe with “random” things, demonstrate their position in life. Or rather, its absence.

One of the most interesting and daring clothing styles is rock. Its formation was facilitated by a special worldview that arose under the influence of the music of the genre of the same name. There are several directions of rock style, like music. Its offshoot - glam - combines two completely polar fashion trends. Therefore, images in this style are distinguished not only by audacity and some rigidity, but also not devoid of sophistication and chic.

A little history

The birth of the rock genre in music occurred in the 50s of the last century. The prerequisite for its formation was the invention of the electric guitar.The songs, which were composed under the influence of significant events in the social and political life of that time, were accompanied by music of a fundamentally new sound.

Rock clothing style and its trends were formed by fans of legendary musicians of those times, who imitated their idols. In the 1950s, Elvis Presley (rockabilly style), in the 1960s, the Beatles group (rock and roll style), in the 60s and 70s, the groups Cream, Ice Zeppelin" and others (hard rock).

The glam style in music and clothing appeared in the 1970s. The first part of its name comes from the English word meaning “spectacular.” Its brightest representatives, who were imitated by literally crowds of fans, are Alice Cooper, Jim Morrison and David Bowie. Their images combined features of androgynous style, bright makeup and highly exotic wardrobe elements and accessories.

In the 1990s, the glam style merged with the brutal. Bright representatives who use this “union” in their images are Avril Lavigne and Pink.

In the early 2000s, the Philipp Plein brand appeared. His collections were designed in rock and glam rock styles. In 2008, glam style looks were presented by the Givenchy Fashion House. His collection includes a lace dress and a leather jacket, as well as a classic tailcoat with voluminous chains. Clothes in a “spectacular rocker” style are also represented by the Yves Saint Laurent brand.

Images in this style were demonstrated in fashion collections of famous brands in 2012–2013. The history of the rock style and its spectacular glam direction is quite long and interesting. Over time, each designer interprets them differently, while simultaneously following the general concept.According to fashion experts, the popularity of glam rock is gaining momentum, which means that in the future we can expect it to be embodied in new and vibrant images.

Features of glam rock style in clothing

So what is the basic concept of glam rock? The name of the style itself is a brief but accurate reflection of it. This is a mixture of sophisticated glamor and rocker brutality. This contrasting principle of combination applies to all characteristics of the image - from material, color, texture and decorative elements of basic wardrobe items to shoes and accessories. Main features of glam:

1. A combination of rigid and lightweight materials. For example, lace or silk with leather, velvet and leather, etc.
2. Contrasting decoration and bold, usually animal print. Rough, hard, usually metal elements on elegant, sophisticated or classic clothing or, conversely, beads and rhinestones on dense materials.
3. Dominance of monochrome, dark saturated shades. In “glamorous rocker” images, variegation is inappropriate. Its main colors are black, dark gray, inky. The presence of brighter colors is allowed - these are rich shades of red, gold and metallic silver, but they, as a rule, only dilute the dark and rich base.

Despite the presence of glamorous details in the images, glam rock is, first and foremost, rock. That is, in clothes of this style, rocker rigidity and rebellious spirit, as they say, “outweigh”. Excessive shocking is unacceptable - images should be elegant. Accessories are important, but their abundance is not allowed.

How to create a glam rock look

Not everyone can afford to try on glam rock looks.This requires self-confidence and brightness - not only external, but also internal. As a rule, clothes of this fashion trend are chosen as stage costumes, as well as creative people who have something to share and say to others.

To create glam looks, there are perhaps no basic wardrobe items. Each outfit is created through complex combinations, which are based on the principle of maintaining contrast. Glam rock clothing styles are usually tight-fitting or semi-fitting. Wardrobe items are distinguished by a complex cut and the presence of all kinds of drapery. Here are a few clothing items that can be called classic for creating a spectacular rocker look:

• chiffon, lace or silk dresses;
• leather or denim jackets with metallic decor;
• tight-fitting pants;
• sequin tops;
• animal print leggings;
• T-shirts with images of rock artists;
• biker vests;
• clothing made of metallized materials or leather - jackets, trousers, shorts;
• skinny jeans;
• miniskirts combined with corsets.

Glam rock shoes - massive shoes and boots equipped with laces, over the knee boots, stilettos, including those with rhinestones and sequins, Cossacks, models with metal fittings, sneakers. Accessories are voluminous jewelry, usually made of white metal with elements such as crosses, chains, skulls, dragons, spikes, bags with metal elements and lacing, and sunglasses.

The look will be incomplete without appropriate makeup and hairstyle.The basic principles of creating the latter are volume and thoughtful negligence. Hair can be loose, gathered in a ponytail. A special chic is the presence of contrasting elements, for example, shaved temples in combination with complex braids. In makeup, arrows on the eyes, dark lipstick with a general light background are welcome. A stylish feature is the smoky eyes effect.

Glam rock is one of the most interesting fashion trends. It allows you to look like a freedom-loving rebel and an elegant lady at the same time, to demonstrate different sides of your nature - fragility and toughness, modesty and sexuality, restraint and aggressiveness. Are you confident in yourself, have impeccable taste, a daring and bright personality? Do you like to attract attention? Then glam rock is your fashion trend!