Braiding the longest layers of your emo hairstyle is a great way to show off your eyes -- you know, on those rare days your eyeliner didn't run down your face during a good cry.

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For an even funkier take on an emo hairstyle, ask for superchoppy, uneven top layers and extra thinned-out, wispy layers. Your haircut will bounce beautifully as you bob your head to one of the many sad songs you play on repeat.

If you're rocking a curly-haired emo hairstyle, the same guidelines apply: Layer your hair like crazy and make an oh-so-deep side part.

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For the best of both worlds, add some textured waves to your shortest layers and keep your longest strands pin straight.

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You've legit Googled mullet hairstyles because the layering is somewhat similar to the emo hair look you want to achieve. You know it's true. (Don't cry about it.)

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