Thursday 21 October 2010

How to Get the Vampire Look

How to Get the Vampire Look

Sultry vampire look Though subject to individual opinions
on how this look is best portrayed, the vampire look is
mysterious and interesting. Some may see it as a combination
of Gothic and New Romantic, or it can even be seen as
burlesque, punk, scene, or simply "dark". Whatever your
personal take on the "vampire look" generally, it's just
about looking like a vampire.

!! Steps !!

* Be sure you actually wish to change your look to a Vampire look.
It's a total look overhaul. Do you truly wish to change your
current appearance to Vampire? Carry on...

If your hair's not dark, just make sure it's sexy and well groomed
Understand the importance of hair to the vampire look. Vampires are
proud of their hair and its appearance. While you'll generally find
that vampire hair is dark, this is not essential although it is both
traditional and alluring.

Vampire hair is always in good condition; sleek, well brushed or
styled.

* If you don't already have dark or black hair, you might consider
dyeing it but keep in mind that dark hair dyes are messy work, and
any dye needs constant reapplication. Moreover, there are concerns
that dark hair dyes are not considered safe for long-term use.[1]

* If you keep your own hair color, keep it well trimmed, free of
split ends, and in top condition (shiny). Any color will work, as
long as it works well with your complexion and is a wee bit sexy.

* The cut matters little in the vampire subculture, although a
mysterious, sexy and full-bodied cut usually has the best effect.
Straight hair works fine, although loose curls and/or waves are
very sexy and help create a sultry, mysterious appearance.

_ Paler skin is preferred Look after your skin. Your
skin does not need_ to be pale, although a pale look is
desirable over a tanned one. After all, vampires typically are
not creatures of the sunlight!

* For a pale complexion, use a foundation that is slightly lighter
than your skin tone, if you are pale already. Or, use a foundation
meant to achieve a pale effect, such as that used by goths.

* Whatever complexion you have, aim to keep it free of acne. Wash
your face regularly and use good acne control products to keep it
in check.

Create vampire eyes. Typically, vampire eyes are fairly light, with
the lips as the focus point instead. Vampire eye makeup can be as
dark or as light as you prefer.

* For most looks, use a purple eyeshadow with black mascara, and
perhaps a touch of a dark-colored eyeliner if you still need your
eyes to "pop" a little.

This is overdone but it gives you an idea of the effect Light red
eyeshadow all around the eyes is good because it gives an appearance
of being dead.

Consider using contacts: Sparkly or shiny contacts are always a
nice vampy touch: you can be as creative as you want with them.
Gold-colored contacts give a nice Twilight-like look, and very
light blue ones are subtle but vampy. If you wish to be a bit more
extreme, try blood-red, black, or even "cat eyes;" be as unusual
and creative as you wish.

Many vampires wear sunglasses during the day, so that the bright
sunlight doesn't hurt their eyes.

Prepare the lips. The lips are usually the most vibrant part of
vampire makeup. Depending on your complexion and intended look, use
shades between a bright red and blood-red. Using black lipstick
makes you look very goth instead, so try to avoid it.

There is no requirement to be shiny.

* If preferred, use lipgloss instead of lipstick.

Take good care of your teeth. Even if you don't wear fangs, make
sure to take very good care of your teeth. Brush them well and have
them seen by a dentist regularly. Vampires take pride in their
teeth.

* If you do wear fangs, find small ones that don't look tacky.

* Tooth caps are much easier to speak with than a full mouthpiece,
and they look more natural.

* Don't paint blood on your teeth. Whilst it may be appropriate for
Halloween, it's tacky and silly when used everyday.

* Ideally, you shouldn't have braces or a retainer, but if you do,
that's okay – the final shape of your teeth is more important
than style!

Black nail polish can add to the sense of dark Care for your nails.
Vampires take very good care of their nails. Let your nails grow
long, but keep them neatly filed to a rounded point. For a more
natural look, use a clear nail polish to preserve nail strength.

* If you want a more dramatic effect, use black, blood-red or purple
nail polish.

Keep your body in good shape. The stereotypical vampire is very
gaunt, but you needn't starve to be vampy. Take nightly walks (in
the moonlight), join a gym, or do something to get a bit toned and
in shape. Vampires are supposed to be serenely beautiful and sexy,
so being toned helps with the whole effect.

Dress smartly. Vampires are always well-dressed, so avoid going
around looking shabby or unkempt.

For women, fancy black skirts, black or red tops with bell sleeves,
corset tops, black dresses, or, for a more "everyday" look, black
skinny jeans with a red, purple, or black top or corset. Black
skirts with ruby studded designs look awesome. Shoes should be dark,
probably black, usually dressy, medieval-styled flats or even small
heels.

* For men, dark, slightly Victorian styles work well, or dark pants
with a smart-looking shirt.

Formal dress: Vampires already dress fairly formally, so formal wear
isn't an enormous leap from everyday wear. For women, Medieval or
Victorian-style dresses in dark colors work well, and for men, an
older-fashioned tuxedo or dressier shirt.

Colder weather dress: In cold weather, vampires usually wear long
velvet cloaks in black or red, though this can be very noticeable.
For a less conspicuous look, try a dark jacket with antique
buttons or other interesting detail. Or perhaps a leather jacket
or black trench coat (full length or to the knees). Depending on
your look, it could give off a modern vampire air. To try to
"spice" up the look, girls could add an antique necklace to wear
over it.

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!! Tips !!

* Wear dark colors, avoiding pastels (though you shouldn't _just_
wear black; nothing wrong with throwing in a bit of color).

* Be dressy, no matter the occasion.

* Remember, vampires have seen trends come and go. They tend to
stick with more classic styles and retain fashion statements they
liked from centuries before.

* Another pointer might be to learn some Latin and use it whenever
you think it works best.

!! Warnings !!

* Do not paint blood on your fangs. It simply looks tacky.

* Don't have hair a crazy color like green, leopard print, ice-blue
with pink highlights, etc. Vampires are much too classy and
old-fashioned for that sort of thing.

* If you have braces or a retainer, don't take them/it off until
your orthodontist decides it's okay and removes them/it.

!! Things You'll Need !!

* Bright red lipstick (optional)

* Blood red lipstick (optional)

* Foundation 2 shades lighter than natural skin tone

* High quality fangs (optional)

* Dark red/black/purple nail polish (optional)

* Clear nail polish (optional)

* Hair gel or hair tie

* Sunglasses

* Dark clothing

* Colored contacts (optional)

!! Related WikiHows !!

* How to Apply Corpsepaint

* How to Make a Plaster Mask

* How to Create the Original Look of Jason on Halloween

* How to Be Goth

* How to Get the Ghost Look

* How to Act Like a Modern/Common Vampire

!! Sources And Citations !!

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