... conform to the norm? Definitely not!" However these are all impressions formed on the basis of what you can see, that is, their clothing. These impressions could very well be misconceptions however in view of the tone of the occasion, they are understandably formed. People often express themselves through their clothing. The main ideologies behind the Punk Revolution in 1976, originated by Malcolm Maclaren, were to dress in a stereotypical way to illustrate their disagreement with the ways of the then government and society and their narrow-minded views. The revolution began as a fight against conformity yet Punk has turned into one of the largest stereotypes of the twentieth century because the pre-requisites for being classed as a punk have evolved to become a stereotype in itself. As well as the distinct "mohican" hairstyle and many piercings, one of the main defining features of "being a punk" is their clothing, ...

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