Be a Scene Child At a Young Age

You've seen plenty of scene kids here and there and have decided that you would like to try the style for yourself. There just seems to be one issue: you're much younger than your other scene counterparts. Fear not - this won't be a problem. Sure, most scene kids are between the ages of 13 and 22, but that doesn't mean that you (being 9-12 years old) can't pull it off! You just need a little push in the right direction!

Steps

  1. Have a discussion with your parents about the possibility of you wearing makeup.
    • If they say no: Don't worry - there are still ways to look pretty and scene without makeup. For instance, invest in an eyelash curler (or just ask your parents for one); curling your eyelashes will give your eyes an innocent, child-like look without the use of any cosmetics. Also, if you desire for your lashes to look slightly darker and more noticeable, put a small bit of Vaseline or clear lip gloss on the ends of them before and after curling. Speaking of clear lip gloss, it looks good on anyone and is an acceptable and parent-friendly alternative to over dramatic lip gloss or lipstick. If possible, ask your parents if they could take you to a salon to get your eyebrows professionally waxed (that is, if you have thick, dark, eyebrows). If your parents don't like that idea, maybe get them clipped.
    • If they say yes: Make it a subtle, gradual, and careful change; when it comes to vibrant scene makeup, it is very easy to overdo it. Try starting off with a small bit of mascara on the tips of your lashes and some tinted lip gloss. After you've done that for a while, experiment with a few blushes, eyeshadow, and lip tints, and eyeliners (neon or neutral), starting with lighter pastels and eventually moving on to the heavy neon stuff. Of course, cover up acne with foundation/concealer. Make sure your face looks natural and not too white - or too orange!
  2. Buy lots and lots of skinny jeans. Start out with basic, neutrally-colored jeans. When first shopping for skinny jeans, try to buy a few plain blue-denim pairs and maybe a black or white pair; after a while of getting used to the fit of the jeans, feel free to branch out to brighter colors and patterns (but that's totally optional). Hot Topic, rue21, Pac Sun, Justice and most department stores sell skinny jeans (although not always at the most affordable prices); if you're looking for a cheaper deal, try somewhere like TJ Maxx, Ross, or maybe even the local thrift store. However, your parents may be opposed to you wearing skinny jeans. They may say they are too revealing or tight, which in some cases are very important and true. If you are young (and developing) you don't need skin tight anything! But, fear not. Just try some neon-colored knee length shorts or some capris, and highlight it with a cute studded belt. You could also wear a cute tutu skirt with any leggings (ripped, black, etc) or just jeans that are a little more boot-cut. Try colors like gold, silver, or any bright neon colors. If your parents are okay with skinny jeans, then go for it!
  3. Wear skirts. These are a great alternative to wearing skinny jeans in case your parents don't want you to wear skinny jeans, you don't find them comfortable, or if you just want to change up your style! Make sure they're not so long they're almost touching the knee(note that above the knee skirts may go against some school's dress code) or not too short that people can almost see your underwear! Wear knee-high socks with skirts for a very youthful and very scene look.
  4. Buy as many t-shirts as you can when you go shopping. Make sure they are fairly tight, and have either cartoons, random words, graphic print, or a band on them. Any colored graphic t-shirt, black or white tank tops are also really scene. Stripes are acceptable. Do not wear a turtle neck! Instead, wear a long sleeve shirt with a cute scarf.
  5. Get several pairs of shoes- two pairs of vans, one checkers, a pair of high-top converse, a pair of low top Airwalks, and as many flats as you want. Then fill in the blanks any way you'd like.
    • Cloth/canvas shoes, like Toms, come in so many colors and patterns it's not even funny. If you don't like flats, these are a great alternative.
  6. Go to a store and buy as much "kiddie" jewelry as you can. Chunky, bright colored necklaces and tiaras are very cute and popular, but they look better with puffed up hair. Claire's accessories is great and you can get some very scene items from there, especially cheap tiaras. Try punching out the lenses of 3D glasses and covering the logo with acrylic paint for dorky glasses - they are popular on scenes now. You also should wear some hair bows, hair clips, chunky necklaces and possibly some big sunglasses to achieve a really scene look.
  7. Get scene hair. Ask your parents if they could take you to a hairstylist to get a haircut. Keep in mind that the stylist will probably not know what you're talking about if you just ask for "scene hair". Try asking for lots of choppy, razored layers and bangs. Better yet, bring a picture to show them exactly what you want. Once you have your haircut, decide on your hairstyle. If it's fine how it is, then don't touch it. If you feel like it could be better, then, by all means, feel free to customize it! This can be achieved with anything from a flatiron and simple hair clips to extensions, hairspray, and a teasing comb. However, unless you want to look like you have a rat's nest on your head, practice teasing your hair and get it just right before going out in public with it. Do not dye your hair extreme colors unless your parents are okay with it. If you dye your hair, color it with temporary dye first. That way, you can decide if you like your hair dyed and take the hair dye out quickly if you don't like it. Be careful about choosing hair dyes that use chemicals in it! Your scalp will absorb the chemicals and it will get into your bloodstream, possibly causing future health problems!
  8. Wear scene Apply Scene Makeup if you are allowed. If you're young, keep it simple. Just a little black eyeliner on the bottom of your eye and mascara will do. However, if your parents are okay with scene makeup, go ahead and experiment a little with it. Watch YouTube tutorials. Learn how to do special effects: rainbow eyes, cat eyes, etc.
  9. Only get a Myspace, Twitter, Facebook, or a TSK account account if your parents let you. On some websites, you have to be 13+. Talk it through with your parents/guardians and make sure you are allowed on the website.
  10. Have a good scene attitude. Be confident, don't let anyone get you down. However, you don't want to be mean to anyone either. Try being as nice as possible, but don't let anyone hurt your feelings. If someone says that you're goth or emo scene, just say, "Labels are for soup cans" or just don't say anything. Be the mature one.
  11. Come up with your own scene style. Follow a trend and add a little bit of yourself in it. Most importantly, remember that scene kids are nice, sometimes shy, caring, at times random, but they have confidence. Don't give them a bad name by making fun of others. Be original. The scene style is all originality. This page is just a guide to help you get started with being scene. You don't have to follow everything on this page. Apply the things you want and make your scene style your own. Be you and have fun!

Tips

  • You can paint your nails black, or any neon colors. You could make all your nails one color or do one, one color, one, another color. Be creative. More importantly, be yourself.
  • Don't worry so much about what other people think of you. All of those preppy girls will probably think you're absolutely crazy for just expressing yourself, or they might even be jealous of your confidence! Ignore them, you're better than that.
  • Don't worry about being young, and don't think that you can't be scene because of it. You can't become a famous scene queen in a day.
  • Don't stop liking things because they are not scene. See some really cute black buckled boots? Not very scene? Don't worry. You can be scene and still be you. You are scene. Scene is you.
  • Only go as extreme as your parents will permit and don't get too extreme with your scene style if you don't feel comfortable with it.
  • The scene style is notorious for having very tight clothing. When buying clothes, keep in mind that "tight" does NOT mean "too small" or "uncomfortable." Find what actually fits and make it work for you. Your body is still developing; you don't need anything showy or tight.
  • If your parents say no, they mean it. Don't push it, and don't sneak behind their backs to do anything. Wait until you're older; you've got plenty of time to commit to this style.
  • Don't worry about getting piercings until you're older. Not only will the majority of parents be against the thought of their ten to thirteen year old child having piercings, but also, in some states, it's illegal for a professional to pierce someone under the age of 16 (even with parental permission).
  • When styling your hair, remember to tease it and use hairspray. The bigger the better!
  • Make your hair big but remember, the bigger the more peers might make fun of you.
  • If you know the "popular"/ mean girls that ate pretty and make fun of you get a new look and really show them that there not the only pretty girls at school!
  • If you're male, recommended is evading makeup.
  • Remember if you can't get your ears pierced then it's okay just get clip- ons or magnetic earrings at your local Claire's.
  • Try to express yourself in your style, scene is about being yourself.

Warnings

  • Once you have committed to the scene style for so long, it can be extremely difficult to un-scene yourself. Make absolutely certain that this is what you want to do.
  • Do not tell anyone you are scene - this is the one thing posers do.
  • You may lose friends who don't like your style, but don't change just to please them. If they can't accept you for who you are/what you like, then chances are that they weren't your friend in the first place.
  • Due to having the scene style at such a young age, you will be called a poser at least once. Don't let it get to you and don't let it stand in your way of embracing your true passion.
  • If you're likely to get into trouble for wearing makeup at school, don't wear too much or don't wear any. Make it look natural!
  • If you have scene hair, it will most likely be damaged. To help this, deep condition your hair regularly.
  • If you dye your hair too much you could damage it.
  • Websites like Formspring.me, vampirefreaks.com, or stickam.com are typically intended for older users because they could very easily be hateful, hurtful, and graphic. If you're not old enough to have an account on a website, don't lie about your age just so you can make one.
  • Do not try to cut your own hair. If you make the layers too choppy and short; you will look like your little sister decided to help out. Also, since it's layers we're talking about, you'll be stuck with an awful cut for a very long time.

Things You'll Need

  • Enough money to spend a bit on your look
  • Plastic Jewellery
  • Graphic shirts
  • Bows
  • Skinny/tight jeans (you can get good ones form H&M or any cheap store)
  • iPod or some kind of music player (optional)
  • Cell phone.
  • A friend/friends that understand you.
  • Pictures to put on tons of your personal items!
  • Music like Brokencyde, 3OH!3, All Time Low, NeverSayNever, The Devil Wears Prada, Bring Me The Horizon, underOATH, Family Force 5, Scene Kidz, LMFAO, I Set My Friends On Fire, Forever The Sickest Kids, Dot Dot Curve :), Mayday Parade, Secondhand Serenade, Dear Juliet/Chase Coy, Sunset Shootout, Paramore,Skillet and/or other scene music that you would like to listen to
  • Music genres that are considered Scene:
    • Hip-Hop (depends)
    • Pop (also depends)
    • Acoustic
    • Trance
    • Screamo
    • Crunkcore
    • Punk
    • Rock
    • Death Metal/Metal
    • Techno
    • Alternative
  • Tons of profiles with pictures of you everywhere. (Facebook, Twitter, and so on. Ask your parents before posting any pictures!)

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