26 Individuals in 2007 Who Wished They Hadn't Visited Hot Topic
The 2000s were a challenging era for fashion and moody teenagers. Emo and pop punk were at the height of their popularity, resulting in some truly cringe-worthy looks. While traditional punk style was considered cool, adding a pop twist led to guys bleaching their hair and stretching their earlobes.
Many who embraced these trends now look back with regret. The guy from Smosh has ditched his straightened hair, Fall Out Boy's popularity has waned, and middle-aged men are left with stretched earlobes that resemble floppy basset hound ears.
These individuals, captured in their prime in the article "26 People From 2007 Who Regretted Going to Hot Topic," epitomize the regrettable fashion choices of the time when Hot Topic was the ultimate hangout spot at the mall.
