There's a lot of discourse about gatekeeping. Let's talk about it.

Hi scene subreddit! I've wanted to make a post about this for awhile. I see a lot of different opinions about gatekeeping and being called a 'poser' in this community.

Alright, so lets get into it. While I dislike gatekeeping, it is sometimes necessary within alternative subcultures. If anyone can be scene, then what makes it unique? For example, someone who wears a studded belt and eyeliner but follows mainstream trends might not be seen as "alternative" in the true sense. However, scene is fashion based. I personally believe that being alt is a mixture of your style and your mindset.

It's important to remember that alt subcultures are not set in stone. They evolve with time. Scene evolved from emo! What might have once been considered "authentic" can shift as the younger generation begins to participate in them. A great example of this is scenecore, a subculture that has transformed over the years, incorporating elements from earlier styles while also absorbing modern influences.

Younger teenagers who are just discovering scene fashion shouldn’t be shamed or labeled as posers. Instead, we should create an environment where they feel welcome and encouraged to learn about the history and roots of the scene. It's important to remember that everyone starts somewhere, and by offering guidance rather than judgment.

Hi scene subreddit! I've wanted to make a post about this for awhile. I see a lot of different opinions about gatekeeping and being called a 'poser' in this community.

Alright, so lets get into it. While I dislike gatekeeping, it is sometimes necessary within alternative subcultures. If anyone can be scene, then what makes it unique? For example, someone who wears a studded belt and eyeliner but follows mainstream trends might not be seen as "alternative" in the true sense. However, scene is fashion based. I personally believe that being alt is a mixture of your style and your mindset.

It's important to remember that alt subcultures are not set in stone. They evolve with time. Scene evolved from emo! What might have once been considered "authentic" can shift as the younger generation begins to participate in them. A great example of this is scenecore, a subculture that has transformed over the years, incorporating elements from earlier styles while also absorbing modern influences.

Younger teenagers who are just discovering scene fashion shouldn’t be shamed or labeled as posers. Instead, we should create an environment where they feel welcome and encouraged to learn about the history and roots of the scene. It's important to remember that everyone starts somewhere, and by offering guidance rather than judgment.