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'Alternative' Appearances - tattoos, funky hair, piercings etc
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Through society in general, my husband and I are very aware that our appearance can have a very polarising effect and people either love or hate it (he currently sports a rainbow mohawk but previously had bright pink hair, mine used to have various colours but is now dreadlocked, he has pierced tongue and cock, and we are both tattooed).
As is to be expected, we've seen very few other 'alternative' couples or singles around, let alone those who aren't put off.
How important are appearances to how sexy someone is?
Are there any other unusual looking people here?  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Tbh...I hate the term 'alternative' but have been tattooed and pierced for the past 26 years and I am not the alternative lol...the people who look this way as part of a fashion fad are...we are not the same! But I have found that looking this way is what most people like about me...but they also assume that because they have tattoos that I will automatically like them sometimes too...I don't care one way or the other...is all about the person and outer appearance is changeable n rarely means much in terms of the person inside  |
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There are those who may not like that kind of look but plenty who will love it.
People will make a judgement on anything ,you could look the human version of beige and immediately some will pigeon hole you as "boring" .Others though will actually get to know the person and then make their opinion.
I have found my various hair colours ect have always actually been a great conversation starter not only on here but out in the normal life too . End of the day im doing it for me and what makes me happy and feel good . At present I feel good with pillar box red hair and if others aren't a fan then they are entitled to their own opinion .x |
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I have found my various hair colours ect have always actually been a great conversation starter not only on here but out in the normal life too . End of the day im doing it for me and what makes me happy and feel good . At present I feel good with pillar box red hair and if others aren't a fan then they are entitled to their own opinion .x"
Absolutely.
'Mummy! That man's got rainbow hair' will never get old!
We look like we do because it makes us happy, and of course you can never truly make others happy unless you are yourself.
(love your hair btw) |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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My first partner had unusual hair colours alternating monthly and piercings aplenty - snakebites, tunnels, eyebrows... you get the idea! It really didn't bother me and I've always found the 'alternative' look attractive.
I think if you make it an identification, it becomes an identity if that makes sense? Any aspect of someone will have those who like it and dislike it, just do what you want. |
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over a year ago
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People are more likely to be attracted to other people similar to themselves and so looking different will discourage a lot of people. Some people also find it a little scary and intimidating because it's different.
I personally find it attractive but my career choices mean that I have to appear pretty normal on the outside and tbh I'm pretty normal anyway  |
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I have found my various hair colours ect have always actually been a great conversation starter not only on here but out in the normal life too . End of the day im doing it for me and what makes me happy and feel good . At present I feel good with pillar box red hair and if others aren't a fan then they are entitled to their own opinion .x
Absolutely.
'Mummy! That man's got rainbow hair' will never get old!
We look like we do because it makes us happy, and of course you can never truly make others happy unless you are yourself.
(love your hair btw) "
Very true words ..continue to be the best version of yourself you can be . X
BTW love all your pics hehe x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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My own view is that appearances depend on the person. Just like not every redhead is attractive to those who lust after redheads, not every 'alternative' person is attractive to those who find hat particular look attractive.
Personally I don't really care or buy in to "types" I can and do find 'alternative' women as attractive as the more 'straight laced' women |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I love his hair so much!!!
You're bang on about the polarising effect. Appearance counts for so much on here because initially it's the only thing we have to judge each other on...
I tend to be drawn to those who have mad coloured hair (at least we'd have one thing in common) or look 'alternative' because it's a good conversation starter and more often than not, they're fun, vibrant, playful people. I find that so sexy.
If I met you guys in a pub away from the likes of fab, I'd instantly want to talk to you guys because you look so striking.. it's like a moth to a flame... and again I'd assume you have a great personality to pull off the looks. x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Love the look and I've been like it myself.
Although gone now, I had a bright red mohawk when joining the site
Still have a multitude of piercings and tattoos though.
But a girl with unnatural hair colour, tattoos and piercings really does the trick for me |
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"I tend to be drawn to those who have mad coloured hair (at least we'd have one thing in common) or look 'alternative' because it's a good conversation starter and more often than not, they're fun, vibrant, playful people. I find that so sexy.
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Absofkinlutely!
I honestly believe out outward appearance matches our personalities!
If you're ever down south or fancy a trip |
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"Love the look and I've been like it myself.
Although gone now, I had a bright red mohawk when joining the site
Still have a multitude of piercings and tattoos though
But a girl with unnatural hair colour, tattoos and piercings really does the trick for me "
Haha me too!  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I do like the alternative look on some people, but they never tend to be attracted to me. I've found people who have a lot of tattoos or piercings, or blue hair or whatever, can be actually more closed minded towards those, like me, who choose to dress in a more conventional way. I use fake tan, false eyelashes, dress quite conservatively and have no tattoos or piercings. That's enough for me to be labelled boring, dull, a sheep. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I had had various hair colours and had turquoise hair for around four years, tattoos and the odd piercing. I did alternative modelling a few years back for latex designers, corset designers, headgear designers and a few magazines. I featured in bizarre before it discontinued etc.
So I guess I was considered alt. I have since toned my hair colour down and I have less piercings. I still love to get tattoos and such though and love the alt look.
That doesn't mean to say I fancy each every female or male with the alt look.
Each to their own.
Eve. X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
I tried blue once, didn't take well. Looked like a prick. True story "
Of topic but dont let boldgirl see those thighs or you'll be kidnapped and draged to ireland lol.
Cyclist? |
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
I tried blue once, didn't take well. Looked like a prick. True story
Of topic but dont let boldgirl see those thighs or you'll be kidnapped and draged to ireland lol.
Cyclist?"
Haha I should be so lucky!
I'm ex powerlifter/strongman  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
I tried blue once, didn't take well. Looked like a prick. True story
Of topic but dont let boldgirl see those thighs or you'll be kidnapped and draged to ireland lol.
Cyclist?
Haha I should be so lucky!
I'm ex powerlifter/strongman "
Sweet baby Jesus! 
Thanks Thx, it's like you know me |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
I tried blue once, didn't take well. Looked like a prick. True story
Of topic but dont let boldgirl see those thighs or you'll be kidnapped and draged to ireland lol.
Cyclist?
Haha I should be so lucky!
I'm ex powerlifter/strongman "
Fair play to you mate thats some serious size on them and the lats.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
I tried blue once, didn't take well. Looked like a prick. True story
Of topic but dont let boldgirl see those thighs or you'll be kidnapped and draged to ireland lol.
Cyclist?
Haha I should be so lucky!
I'm ex powerlifter/strongman
Sweet baby Jesus!
Thanks Thx, it's like you know me "
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
I tried blue once, didn't take well. Looked like a prick. True story
Of topic but dont let boldgirl see those thighs or you'll be kidnapped and draged to ireland lol.
Cyclist?
Haha I should be so lucky!
I'm ex powerlifter/strongman
Fair play to you mate thats some serious size on them and the lats.
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Cheers |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Personally Alternative gets first attention from me over anyone else.
However I can't stand the bloody hipsters who've swamped the lands and only do it for fashions sake.
I recently shaved off my mohawk, though now I look like a thug in a suit.. |
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I agree - hard to find other alternative people (try being transgendered AND alternative!)
I find girls sexy regardless of gender or whether they are alternative but I've experienced "regular" girls - they are great but it is true that "birds of a feather flock together" so I'm looking for an alternative girl like me. Doesn't have to be heavily pierced - I love all facets of an alternative look - tattoos, hair, clothes, makeup. |
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"I do like the alternative look on some people, but they never tend to be attracted to me. I've found people who have a lot of tattoos or piercings, or blue hair or whatever, can be actually more closed minded towards those, like me, who choose to dress in a more conventional way. I use fake tan, false eyelashes, dress quite conservatively and have no tattoos or piercings. That's enough for me to be labelled boring, dull, a sheep. "
that's basically my sister, she has the more traditional superficial appearance of fake tan, false nails, and eye lashes, mine and my youngest sister is the emo look. my conventional sister does better than me on fab (way more popular) but yeah irl i do way better than her and she thinks there's something wrong with her for that.
i do think i'm more of a novelty rather than anything else. we look and act very similar without our superficial additions. |
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"I agree - hard to find other alternative people (try being transgendered AND alternative!)
I find girls sexy regardless of gender or whether they are alternative but I've experienced "regular" girls - they are great but it is true that "birds of a feather flock together" so I'm looking for an alternative girl like me. Doesn't have to be heavily pierced - I love all facets of an alternative look - tattoos, hair, clothes, makeup."
you're very sexy, i love your look. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Competing strongman here with a stunning wife who changes her hair every 3 weeks, tats, piercings etc.
Far from conventional hence us being limited edition |
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i don't know about unusual looking... as it's pretty mainstream now.. in the 80s sleeve tattoos and piercings..different hairstyles...were still frowned upon...i mean you could probably get a job in a bank looking like that now.. |
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"i don't know about unusual looking... as it's pretty mainstream now.. in the 80s sleeve tattoos and piercings..different hairstyles...were still frowned upon...i mean you could probably get a job in a bank looking like that now.. "
true. when i was 18 and wanted my swallow on my wrist to cover up a crappy tattoo i did (with a sewing needle and ink), the tattooist wasn't keen to do there as it could be seen.
never had a problem getting work though but only had that one, and my ankles done. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Through society in general, my husband and I are very aware that our appearance can have a very polarising effect and people either love or hate it (he currently sports a rainbow mohawk but previously had bright pink hair, mine used to have various colours but is now dreadlocked, he has pierced tongue and cock, and we are both tattooed).
As is to be expected, we've seen very few other 'alternative' couples or singles around, let alone those who aren't put off.
How important are appearances to how sexy someone is?
Are there any other unusual looking people here? "
I love people who are a little different
Id rather meet a guy in a pair of jeans and newrocks than a suit because the first bite is with the eye and i just know the jeans and newrock guy will be far more my type of person than a suited and booted guy
My ideal type of guy most women wouldn't touch with a barge pole on here |
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My OH has long hair (goes halfway down his back when it's not up) and because it's in such good condition, he constantly gets "Perhaps this lady will know?" when he's at work.
He was telling me the other day an elderly woman approached him having said just that, and they said "Is it a she or not?" Cheeky mare!
He responded "It IS NOT a she..."
Her husband was stood behind her shaking his head rolling his eyes!
My point is that we both think it's ridiculous that in the 21st century being 'alternative' (meh, btw! - aren't we all alternative in a way in here?) is still an issue with society. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I love the alternative look I do find it very attractive for both males and females but it isn't the be all and end all for me, I think a good personality and chemistry is more important!
Sx |
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"I do like the alternative look on some people, but they never tend to be attracted to me. I've found people who have a lot of tattoos or piercings, or blue hair or whatever, can be actually more closed minded towards those, like me, who choose to dress in a more conventional way. I use fake tan, false eyelashes, dress quite conservatively and have no tattoos or piercings. That's enough for me to be labelled boring, dull, a sheep.
that's basically my sister, she has the more traditional superficial appearance of fake tan, false nails, and eye lashes, mine and my youngest sister is the emo look. my conventional sister does better than me on fab (way more popular) but yeah irl i do way better than her and she thinks there's something wrong with her for that.
i do think i'm more of a novelty rather than anything else. we look and act very similar without our superficial additions."
I think this shows a point about "alternative people".
Your sisters apearance you deacribe as superficial.
Yes fake hair, drawings, and attached jewellery aren't superficial?
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I do like the alternative look on some people, but they never tend to be attracted to me. I've found people who have a lot of tattoos or piercings, or blue hair or whatever, can be actually more closed minded towards those, like me, who choose to dress in a more conventional way. I use fake tan, false eyelashes, dress quite conservatively and have no tattoos or piercings. That's enough for me to be labelled boring, dull, a sheep.
that's basically my sister, she has the more traditional superficial appearance of fake tan, false nails, and eye lashes, mine and my youngest sister is the emo look. my conventional sister does better than me on fab (way more popular) but yeah irl i do way better than her and she thinks there's something wrong with her for that.
i do think i'm more of a novelty rather than anything else. we look and act very similar without our superficial additions.
I think this shows a point about "alternative people".
Your sisters apearance you deacribe as superficial.
Yes fake hair, drawings, and attached jewellery aren't superficial?
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read my last line, i do mention it there. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I do like the alternative look on some people, but they never tend to be attracted to me. I've found people who have a lot of tattoos or piercings, or blue hair or whatever, can be actually more closed minded towards those, like me, who choose to dress in a more conventional way. I use fake tan, false eyelashes, dress quite conservatively and have no tattoos or piercings. That's enough for me to be labelled boring, dull, a sheep. "
Completely this...
You only have to go to certain places in London and if you've not got the 'alternative' look, you're not seen as part of the in-crowd! |
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By *andVBCouple
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"I could never be arsed with the maintainence of a coloured hair style.
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My apple-green 2 inch spikes went the way of the buffalo for that very reason. Well, that coupled with a rather unfortunate eye-poking incident  |
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We like interesting people, so those with an alternative or unusual look certainly wouldn't put us off.
Some might consider me alternative, but I don't do labels. I'm just me...I simply happen to have red/pink hair and some tattoos.
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"i don't know about unusual looking... as it's pretty mainstream now.. in the 80s sleeve tattoos and piercings..different hairstyles...were still frowned upon...i mean you could probably get a job in a bank looking like that now.. "
Not really mainstream at all. Maybe on TV etc.
Majority of people working in my company don't have tattoos. Out of 320 women, not seen any with sleeve tattoos. |
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