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Who is an E-Girl? A friend asked me, “What’s an E-girl, and what defines her? The things she does online or the garments she wears?” The answer is both. The chances are that if you’re an active internet user and gaming or anime fan with a cool, nerdy side, you’re an E-girl. E-girl (E-kid) is a Gen Z youth subculture referring to those who follow the modern lifestyle of the ‘electronic girl.’ “E-girl” was initially used as a derogatory term in gaming sites to describe female players who looked for male attention. In June 2009, “E-girl” was included in Urban Dictionary as “Call her an E girl cause she’s always after the D.” However, in the 2010s, thanks to the video-sharing app TikTok, the meaning of E-girl changed to attractive alternative girls who love to play video games online. What is E-Girl Fashion Style? Emerging in the 2010s, the E-girl fashion style combines alternative fashion styles, such as Emo, Scene, and Mall Goth, with Japanese fashion styles , such as Anime,...

As tokens of love and symbols of commitment, vintage engagement rings hold profound meanings. The aesthetics of vintage engagement rings is captivating, with antique stylistic elements reflecting beautiful art, culture, and history blends. The changing times have given birth to unique engagement ring styles encapsulating distinct eras of extraordinary charm and allure. From Georgian to Victorian and the Mid-Century eras to modern-day vintage-inspired designs, these are the best 14 vintage engagement rings you can shop right now. 1 /7 Vintage Engagement Rings – Georgian Era by Levy’s The Georgian era, a period spanning 1714 to 1837, unfolded under the reign of England’s four King Georges. This epoch, imbued with feminine charm, reflected the elegance of prominent figures like Marie Antoinette. Therefore, a Georgian vintage engagement ring embodies timeless romance, captivating brides who appreciate the rich tapestry of history and the enduring allure of love. Jewelry...

What is Steampunk Fashion? Steampunk fashion is a distinctive style of clothing that combines retro-futuristic 19th-century steam-powered technology aesthetics with Punk, Goth, and other 70s and 80s alternative fashion styles. The fashion style draws inspiration from the industrial era and originated from the Steampunk SCI-FI fiction subgenre of the late 70s and early 80s. The Origin of Steampunk Fashion The start of the industrial era is when the steam engine came to life and the times from which the steampunk aesthetic pulled its origin. Those days’ looks were as advanced and progressive as today’s; the only difference is that the technology of those times was powered by steam, while today’s technology is by electricity. Steampunk Fashion Style Similarly, just as a steam engine is more complex, large, and loud, steampunk fashion is also a statement look with extravagant details and unique accessories. Although the term steampunk existed before, K.W. Jeter made the conc...