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I've had this secret fear that I am hipster and I have come to the conclusion that, yes, I am indeed a hipster. I try to hide my hipster ways but it's hard to disguise what's real. Here's the general opinion on what a hipster is from the trusted source Urban Dictionary:

"Hipsters are a subculture of men and women typically in their 20's and 30's that value independent thinking, counter-culture, progressive politics, an appreciation of art and indie-rock, creativity, intelligence, and witty banter... Although "hipsterism" is really a state of mind,it is also often intertwined with distinct fashion sensibilities. Hipsters reject the culturally-ignorant attitudes of mainstream consumers, and are often be seen wearing vintage and thrift store inspired fashions, tight-fitting jeans, old-school sneakers, and sometimes thick rimmed glasses. Both hipster men and women sport similar androgynous hair styles that include combinations of messy shag cuts and asymmetric side-swept bangs. Such styles are often associated with the work of creative stylists at urban salons, and are usually too "edgy" for the culturally-sheltered mainstream consumer. The "effortless cool" urban bohemian look of a hipster is exemplified in Urban Outfitters and American Apparel ads which cater towards the hipster demographic. Despite misconceptions based on their aesthetic tastes, hipsters tend to be well educated and often have liberal arts degrees, or degrees in maths and sciences, which also require certain creative analytical thinking abilities.."

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I would also to like to add in that hipsters like to ride older cruiser type bikes with baskets on the front. Oh yes and the word: pretentious.

Being a hipster is not a bad thing. But it is rough fitting yourself into a certain subculture or group. I've been told many times that I am hipster so many times that it must be a true... But labels in the end don't matter. I just want to be honest with myself and dress and act as I wish. The goal is not to follow trends but embrace ones own interests and aesthetics.