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Clothing in the Gothic style causes mixed reactions, from complete rejection to genuine interest and admiration. Dark personalities with an impenetrable expression of a deathly pale face, like aliens from the other world or a parallel world, attract the eye, make you turn around with caution or with the thought “damn beautiful, but it won’t suit me.” These are goths. Whether you have to belong to their subculture to dress in this style is a moot point. Now let’s try, without changing our worldview, to join the shocking gothic fashion and add an extravagant touch to your everyday look or for special occasions.

In this article:

Let's briefly go through history from the Middle Ages to the present day and begin to study photos, select clothes and create the image of a charming goth or change our attitude towards this culture to a more loyal one. After all, its representatives - ordinary people thus expressing their individuality.

The history of Gothic fashion

Gloomy morals reigned in Europe in the 12th-15th centuries. It was an eerie and at the same time romantic time from the point of view modern man. The omnipotence of the Catholic Church, the merciless bonfires of the Inquisition, burning witches, noble knights ready to sacrifice their lives for the sake of beautiful ladies.

It was during this era that a majestic style, fascinating with cold inaccessibility, was born, called Gothic, that is, barbaric, denying the classical canons of beauty, proportions and harmony. At first, the direction of architecture, and then clothing, with pronounced sharp angles, symbolized the desire upward, towards God, the denial of the earthly importance of existence.

Most widespread new style received in France. The clothes of Parisian fashionistas were pretentious and original:

pointed hats and pointed shoes;
thin silhouettes covered with corsets;
trains of infinite length;
jagged, uneven edges of sleeves and hems;
an abundance of bright ornaments and floral motifs.

Tailoring from a simple craft turned into an art, and all cutting techniques known to this day were invented.

And then the world stepped into the Renaissance, and Gothic sank into oblivion. The attempt to emerge from oblivion at the end of the 18th and beginning of the 19th centuries was short-lived and unsuccessful. In the 70s of the 20th century, gothic revived again, replacing the fading punk culture, which failed to establish itself in its slogan “Live fast - die young.”

Life was more or less clear, and almost everyone could cope. But the theme of death, the afterlife, eternal mourning appealed to the taste of gloomy romantics. Their favorite color became black, and cemeteries became their favorite places to walk and gather. The new gothic style finally took shape by the 80s, and in the 2000s it appeared on the catwalks.

Modern ready-to-wear style: characteristic features, distinctive features

The Middle Ages left its mark on the appearance of melancholy fatalists. But they only adopted a narrow, laced waist, otherwise fashion trends of that time have little in common with the appearance of modern Goths.

These grotesque personalities rather took on the role of a victim of the Inquisition, who appeared in our world with a reminder of eternal sorrow, mourning, and the frailty of existence. But believe me, deep down, none of them are going to die, and the exquisite beauty of death is a way to present oneself to the world and be noticed.

If you want to accurately identify representatives of this subculture in a crowd or try on clothes in the Gothic style, remember the main features:

predominance of black with contrasting accents - white, red;

Dark rich colors are allowed - purple, burgundy, green, blue;

clear silhouettes, straight flying lines;

frank extravagance with subtext for adults;

vintage or ultra-modern dresses with a complex cut;

voluminous skirts, mini or maxi length;

frill, lace, mesh, lacing;

corsets and belts, mainly over clothing;

loose black blouses, t-shirts, shirts, ;

plenty of leather - trousers, skirts, ;

rough platform shoes or high heels( , camelots, );

eccentric umbrellas, veiled hats, long gloves;

massive white metal jewelry;

expressive contrast dark hair and a completely white face;

deliberately careless aggressive makeup in black and blood-red tones.

Preferable fabrics:

velvet;
atlas;
silk;
leather;
vinyl;
brocade;
taffeta;
lace;
organza.

A fair share of aristocracy is present among the Goths, both in feminine style, and in men's clothing. Long black coats and raincoats, a top-hat, and on special occasions a tailcoat, what a London dandy. But still, the image of a modern goth girl deserves more attention.

Options for self-expression in clothes from the goths

The image of a Gothic Lolita can be an interesting discovery for girls. This style is one of the types of Japanese street fashion. It does not contain any hints of vulgarity and vulgarity, but on the contrary looks quite elegant and relaxed. Characteristics:

black color actively diluted with blue, blue, red details;

quite a lot of white - stockings, gloves, petticoats;

formal dresses with bodices and full skirts;

flirtatiously peeking shirt collars and lace pantaloons;

elegant knee length;

gothic prints;

elegant hats with ribbons, coffin handbags;

shoes with massive heels or very high (up to 20 cm) platforms;

gloomy makeup can be replaced with makeup that focuses on the eyes;

hair - black curls or straight dark red, purple or red strands are possible in black hair.

The result is a completely charming, feminine image. But the Gothic clothing style is very diverse. There are other directions as well.

Cyber - dark colors are generously complemented with acidic shades, hairstyles - mohawks, dreadlocks, makeup in neon colors.

Jay - imitation of the heroes of Japanese anime, but with strict adherence to Gothic rules - dark clothes and contrasting makeup.

Medieval - the most romantic branch of the Goth subculture: indispensable corsets, Victorian-style dresses, long gloves, lace, hats.

Vampire is the most popular style. The emphasis is on the obligatory presence of a rich red color, symbolizing blood and impeccable whiteness of the skin.

Corporate – allows you to comply with the dress code in a work environment. Usually it is a strict black suit with a snow-white shirt and some jewelry in the appropriate style.

As you can see, putting together a set of clothes in a modern gothic style, suitable for any setting, is not difficult. But that's not all. It is important to maintain the harmony of the image as a whole, that is, to turn into a Goth or Hotness from head to toe.

Shoes and accessories

Gotess legs will meet all the requirements if you wear:

high combat boots;
boots on a massive platform;
shoes or sandals with wide and fairly high heels;
For special occasions– aggressive stud.

Instead of bags - large black backpacks or elegant suitcases. Headdress – a hat, preferably with a veil or ribbons. Glasses are often round and can be decorated with spikes. An original accessory is a collar made of latex, leather or metal. Spikes on it are also welcome. Another trick is a lace or velvet umbrella for protection from the sun.

Tired of ordinary things and accessories? Then you should take a little break and get acquainted with unusual umbrellas that will amaze you with their original design!

Backlit

For the dark time of day, the original model with dome illumination is perfect. Appearance This umbrella is not much different from any regular version. But in it kinetic energy Landing raindrops are converted into electricity, allowing the top to emit light.

Umbrella handle

Famous designer Matthew Swinton has invented an amazing model that fits entirely inside a real pen! In it, a special mechanism simply pushes out the umbrella, after which it opens. This design of a practical accessory is one of the most original.

Shape changing model

Crazy original model presented by the talented designer Liu Li-Hsiang. In it, the dome easily changes its position. With such an item, you can not be afraid not only of slanting rain, but also of cars driving through puddles, which are trying to splash you.

With a raincoat

Don’t know how to protect not only your head, but also all your clothes from rain? Then you should find out about this unique product. Modern designers have developed an amazing umbrella - a raincoat. It consists of a straight raincoat with a zipper and a hood in the form of a large visor over the head.

In the form of a vegetable

The product in the form of a lettuce leaf looks very original and funny. You will be especially surprised by its folded design. It is very easy to confuse such a specimen with a real vegetable.

For animals

Have you ever thought about how to protect your pet from rain and downpour while walking? An ordinary umbrella is unlikely to solve this problem. But more recently, a special model with a long cane and a low dome saw the light of day. Such an item will be convenient to carry, and the animal under it will not get wet at all!

With glasses

Maximum protection from moisture will be provided by a product with a high and deep dome. Such umbrellas with special transparent inserts at eye level look very unusual. Without this detail a person will not be able to see anything.

With cup holder

Especially for the modern rhythm of life, an interesting umbrella was invented with a handle that is a cup holder in which you can place a cup of coffee or tea.

In the form of a sword

An unusual accessory in the form of a samurai sword looks very impressive and brutal. A fantastic model that can be worn over the shoulder like a real weapon.

For two

A product that can hide two people looks very nice. Such specimens are equipped with two domes, connected to each other using rods. With this accessory you can walk together in the rain.

With wheels

Interesting options equipped with small wheels are the most mobile and lightest. You can simply roll them along with you, rather than carry them in your hands. The wheels in such specimens are placed on the top of the dome. In some models, the wheels can leave funny smiley faces on the asphalt after rain.

Heart shaped

A charming umbrella in the shape of a big heart looks incredibly romantic and original! This option will be good choice for ladies who love to create delicate and creative images.

Backpack

A well-thought-out umbrella, which is attached to the body of its owner like a backpack, is very convenient. The domed rod in such models is located behind the back. With such an accessory you can not only protect yourself from the rain, but also completely free your hands.

Stick

An umbrella in the shape of a club was developed especially for golf fans. When folded, you can even play with it.

Transparent

Through the transparent top of such unusual products you can look at the stormy sky. They are completely impermeable not only to moisture, but also to direct sun rays. Transparent options are among the simplest and most non-trivial and can be combined with absolutely any outfit!

Feminine

There are also umbrellas that literally radiate feminine charm. These include unusual items that are decorated with large bows, ruffles and lacing, like on women's corsets. The playfulness of accessories and combinations of black and pink colors are emphasized.

Numbrella

Continuum has developed a special model that closely resembles the convertible top of a baby stroller. It is distinguished by its practicality. In it you can talk over mobile phone or carry bags/packages in your hands while you have a protective dome made of transparent material on your shoulders.

With images of fruits

Your mood will always be high if you protect yourself from rain and sun with the help of charming products, the inside of which is decorated with images of juicy fruits. The outer surface of such bright domes is usually made in black. But you will only see the inner one, which will please the eye.

Kraken

The umbrella – the kraken – looks terribly original. It is a classic black model with an octopus image in the inner dome area. This design continues into a tentacle-shaped shaft and handle.

With foliage

There are also charming transparent models decorated with green leaves. But the whole point is not the brightness and attractiveness of the print, but the fact that it imitates the shadow of foliage.

In the form of a cell

The unusual transparent umbrella, which depicts the bars of a cage and a small bird in captivity, looks gentle and playful.

In the form of clouds and clouds

Korean designers have come up with an interesting model in the form of a cloud or cloud. The handle in such specimens is actually a pump that pumps air into the material and inflates it.

Stormy

The Senz company has released practical products that can withstand wind gusts of up to 100 km/h. Such umbrellas do not deform at all, do not break or turn inside out.

Works of art

Umbrellas are works of art that look incredibly original and unusual. For such models, the outer side of the dome is the usual black color, and the inner side is decorated with an image of Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” painting.

Rainbow

Gray city landscapes can be decorated with a bright accessory painted in all the colors of the rainbow. It will look especially bright in cloudy rainy weather.

Gothic style

Gloomy umbrellas were developed especially for fans of the Gothic style. They are complemented by dark lace and aged ruffles. This accessory will please not only goths, but also ladies who want to attract attention.

Bottle

Another popular and creative idea is an umbrella - a bottle. Currently, many consumers have already noted the special design of this cool product.

From flowers

Beautiful flower umbrellas are a real delight! They will not last long, but they will definitely leave behind the most vivid impressions and emotions. Only professional florists can make such options. They are more suitable for interesting photo shoots than for protection from the sun or rain.

Starry sky above your head

The models with the image of the starry sky on the inside of the dome look incredibly beautiful. They will give their owner a sea of positive emotions. You just have to look up and you will see a real fairy tale above your head.

Hat

The umbrella-hat looks funny and unusual. It is a headband that wraps around the head; spokes extend from it, which connect the rim to a small dome.

It's no secret that being a goth also means following a certain style of clothing.. What is this? – black color and lower eyelids lined with triple lines? Exclusively black clothes and heavy boots? No. To be a goth means to be a person who knows how to get out of hopeless situations by searching the right clothes. This means being extremely resourceful and, dare I say it, sometimes even brilliant.

Victorian style goth outfit

Those who live outside the capital have much more problems than Muscovites. Where can a goth from Bryansk, Lipetsk, Orel or Kursk dress?

I will tell you how we get out of this situation. Below we present the goth girl's recommendations for creating an image.

You can, of course, order clothes for goths on the Internet. There are even separate websites online through which you can order clothes with delivery.

However, there are a lot of disadvantages for the average person, and not so many advantages: the prices of clothing for goths (from shoes to coats) often start at 4 thousand rubles and above. Agree, not everyone can afford it. And no one has canceled the discrepancy in size. That's why we do things differently.

So, the basics. Where to get goth style clothes if we create the look with our own hands:

What to buy at thrift stores for a gothic look

Jeans, trousers, shirts, tops and all kinds of blouses, sweaters and turtlenecks We buy at markets, second-hand stores, sometimes in branded stores. If we are completely satisfied with a Gothic item, everything in it remains in its original form, if not, we use pins, buttons, stripes - everything that can be found in a store with sewing supplies and in specialized “metal” stores (for us it’s “Freak” ", in St. Petersburg it could be "Castle Rock" or "Freak Boutique").

Skirts(this option applies only to girls) we sew ourselves. This is done simply. A book on sewing, a couple of basic patterns, fantasy, sewing machine. And - voila. Most often, skirts are invested in a thousand. For comparison, I later found skirts similar to mine in online stores at prices 3 and 4 times higher than mine.

Original medieval shirts, dresses, corsets, coats and raincoats of interesting cut, which you will never find in a store, we order from the studio. It can be expensive sometimes, but it's worth it. Our craftsmen sew clothes in the Gothic style very well and of high quality. Plus - the item is perfectly tailored to your measurements.

Bags and backpacks. The base is bought in a store, market or second-hand store. Then, with the help of a series of manipulations and a large number of materials (buttons, pins, lace, etc.) it is brought to mind. I usually spend no more than an hour making a bag. Inexpensive interesting models can also be found in Chinese online stores.

Exclusive bags of non-standard shapes are sewn by hand by me. To do this, you need a photo of the desired item, suitable fabric, and a sewing machine. Sometimes knitting needles or a crochet hook (I haven’t mastered this wisdom yet, but it’s very useful).

I can sew gloves and mitts myself. Mittens are extremely easy to make. Gloves are more of a hassle. Some gloves (such as leather ones) can be bought in the same places where non-Goths buy them.

Rain umbrellas are usually- canes without modifications. Or with ribbons, lace and appliqués sewn on them. For the sun, a rain umbrella frame with a lace top is suitable.

Outerwear sewn to order or bought in regular stores.

Good luck with your personal image transformation!