Greasers

Greasers are a working class youth subculture that originated in the 1950s among young northeastern and southern United States street gangs , and then became popular among other types of people. In the 1950s and early 1960s, these youths were known as hoods .

Greasers

Their name came from their greased back hair, which involved combing back hair with wax, gel , creams, tonics or pomade.. Other popular greases used were olive oil or petroleum jelly. The greaser style was imitated by many youths not associated with gangs, as an expression of rebellion. The term greaser reappeared in later decades as part of a revival of 1950s popular culture.

Greasers

Clothing items typically worn by greasers included: white or black T-shirts (often with the sleeves rolled up); black, blue or khaki work jackets, Levi denim jackets; leather jackets ; blue or black Levi's 501 or 505 jeans (with rolled-up cuffs anywhere from one to four inches).

Greasers

Typical greaser footwear was: motorcycle boots. Common accessories included bandannas ; stingy-brim hats, flat caps and chain wallets. Typical hairstyles included the pompadour and the Duck's Ass. Tattoos became more popular amongst greasers around 1957.

GreasersAlthough the greaser subculture was largely an

American youth phenomenon, there were very similar subcultures in the United Kingdom and Australia . The equivalent subculture in Australia was the Bodgies and Widgies .American greasers were known more for their love of hot rod cars, not necessarily motorcycles , although both subcultures are known to be fans of classic bikes.

Socials

The Soc's are the physically largest group. The group outfit involves wearing athletic clothes over the standard slacks, and athletic shoes instead of dress shoes. Soc's who have earned Letterman jackets usually wear those, while those who haven't wear team sweaters or T-shirts.

Soc's

The Soc's are at the top of the schools pecking order and run the school. They are the most athletic students at the school and consider the gym and football pitch as their turf. They are sworn enemies of the Greasers, and attack them on sight.

Soc's

Soc's are also generally from upper class families and have a lot of money. They most often are dating the cheerleaders or most popular girls at school.