How to Determine if You're too Old for Emo

Recently, the fashion and philosophy behind emo music have blossomed across the country, taking root particularly in America's youth. Whether you're into emo music, poetry, haircuts or clothing, you should know that if you're an adult you might be too old for the style. Here are some signs you might want to leave the thick-rimmed glasses and Chuck Taylors behind for a more sophisticated, mature look.

Instructions

1. Check if your kids are into emo music. If you're old enough to have nearly-grown children who themselves listen to emo artists or wear emo fashions, then you're definitely too old for emo.

2. Ask yourself if the emo genre and fashion really represent your musical taste and outlook on life. Resisting peer pressure is tough, but chances are you're old enough to decide for yourself what kind of image you want to portray.

3. See if any of your co-workers or academic colleagues are into emo. If they're not, chances are you outgrew the style a few years ago and should think about moving on.

4. Take a look at your life and decide if it's really that tough. Emo music and poetry often encourage complaining and whining about "difficult" or "heartbreaking" circumstances that actually aren't all that bad. If you've got a solid job and are reasonably content, ditch the emo look.

5. Realize that you're never too old for emo, as long as you're willing to put up with the ridicule and derision the general population's bound to throw your way. It's a personal choice, and you have the right to keep it up for as long as you want.