Emo. Grunge. Psychedelic. Though most commonly associated with popular music throughout the aughts, '90s, and '60s, each of these trends had another counterpart — fashion. Just take a look at artists like Hayley Williams, Kurt Cobain, and Jimi Hendrix, whose styles were just as influential as their now-iconic tracks.
From the rise of baroque styles in the '60s to how the hair metal aesthetic ruled the '80s, here are 10 fashion trends that came from rock and roll.
1
The Beatles — Long Hair
Originally clean cut, The Beatles heralded in a new era of hairstyles: The “mop top.”
2
The Cure — Goth Rock
Beyond producing beloved hits, The Cure helped define the new-wave goth aesthetic as we know it, regularly sporting dark hues, teased hair, and thick makeup.
3
Jimi Hendrix — Psychedelic Looks
Often clad in flowy fabrics, trippy, colorful prints and boho-inspired fringe, Jimi Hendrix did more than just steal the show at events like Woodstock (pictured above): He, along with artists like Janis Joplin, helped herald in psychedelic fashions.
4
Judas Priest — Heavy Metal Style
In 1978, Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford hit the stage in a leather outfit, a move that inspired guitarist K.K. Downing to sport studs. They, alongside the rest of their bandmates, brought heavy metal aesthetics into the fashion lexicon.
5
Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious — Punk Fashion
With the help of legendary designer Vivienne Westwood, British punk artists like Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious honed their signature styles, ones that quickly took the rest of the world by storm.
6
Nirvana — Grunge
Alongside taking grunge music into the mainstream, Nirvana — and more specifically, frontman Kurt Cobain — helped popularize grunge, bringing flannels, ripped denim and a whole lot of Teen Spirit into the forefront of fashion.
7
The Who and The Rolling Stones — Baroque Fashion
Considering baroque pop’s status as a ‘60s staple, with artists incorporating harpsichords and other old-school instruments into their work, it was only a matter of time before fashion started to follow suit. Enter bands like The Who and The Rolling Stones, who rocked frills and puffy sleeves throughout the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.
8
Nine Inch Nails — Industrial
The only thing harder than Nine Inch Nails’ music? Their fashion. During their peak in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, the band’s love of leather, acid-washed pants, and metallic details heralded an entire style movement.
9
Paramore — Emo Style
With her vivid orange hair, skinny jeans, and well-documented love for bright colors, Hayley Williams of Paramore was the poster child for emo style throughout the mid-2000s.
10
Poison — Hair Metal Style
With their coiffed tresses, skin-tight leather getups, and over-the-top accessories, Poison served as a major influence when it came to hair metal’s widespread style popularity.
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