1980's Glam Rock

Keywords:

• Colour
• Leather
• Face Paint

Glam rock was an era in the 1980's which came just before thrash and other metal types of music. Big hair, bright colours and gothic style combined to make this unique look. Both women and men adopted this glam rock style and it is often called 'hair metal'.

Face paints were all very popular for these glam rock bands, an example of this would be the band KISS. They use heavy makeup alongside their long hair to create a scary look.

These men in bands also had long hair, which was usually permed or crimped. Many also used dyes including bleach and highlights to make them stand out. Often studded belts, chokers, bandannas and bracelets were used to vamp up their look.

Leggings and tight pants made from leather were prominent during the glam rock or hair metal years. Many men in these bands were seen as quite feminine, and usually had accompanying dance routines to perform around the stage with their guitars in hand.