Is Alternative a Subculture?

Alternative culture is a type of culture that exists outside or on the fringes of mainstream or popular culture, usually under the domain of one or more subcultures.

What are examples of a subculture?

Examples of subcultures include hippies, goths, bikers, and skinheads. The concept of subcultures was developed in sociology and cultural studies. Subcultures differ from countercultures.

Is being alternative a subculture?

Alternative fashion is often considered a modern concept but it, and the concept of subculture it is often related to, have existed for centuries.