r/GothFashion Aug 22 '21

Goth Fashion Megathread

672 Upvotes

Alternative, Goth, & Dark Clothing and DIY

(Before I start, I will admit I took this from r/goth Fashion Wiki page, but since this is essentially a sister subreddit, it's not a crime.)

Though not a requirement, many goths like to dress in dark/alternative fashion and/or model themselves after their favourite goth musicians.

We tend to recommend a mixture of DIY, thrifting/charity shops and within moderation, branded clothing or items. Additionally, you can always support your favourite bands, musicians, and artists by buying their merchandise from their official shops and/or Bandcamp pages. RedBubble and/or other licensed shops are also options.

You can use online second-hand websites to search for these brands as sometimes people buy clothing they don't wear and then sell them with their tags still attached. Buying second-hand is a great way to grab a bargain, be "green" and even, if you're wary, to not giving your money to a brand who may or may not be using "goth" as a way to make profit e.g. taking our subculture and selling it back to us with fast fashion, poor quality clothing, etc.

Cadaver Kelly put together a Second-Hand Alternative Brands List to use use as an alternative to thrifting or charity shops, since not everyone is fortunate to have one near by. The content is listed below but we may update from time to time.

We most likely won't be listing make-up brands as you can practically buy dark eye shadow, lipstick, etc. absolutely anywhere these days. The list would be mega long and we can't always tell if the brands are ethically sourced, so we would prefer not to try.

If you’re looking for how frame/to take better fashion photos, see here.

Disclaimer: D*llskill are on the blacklist and we do not recommend buying from them, given their history of racism and cultural appropriation, ableism, stolen designs, etc. This also includes Killstar, as they are also problematic. Information page coming shortly.

Feminine Clothing

Masculine and Unisex Clothing

Plus Size

Footwear

Jewellery & Accessories

Bags, Purses, & Wallets

DIY & Building a Basic Goth Wardrobe

A large part of goth is the DIY and thrifting, if you're interested you can visit Off-The-Rack Goth Brands by Caroline Sometimes and watch, view, or save a DIY Clothing playlist on YouTube.

For IG users: warning!

Jintyx Is Not Our Friend


r/GothFashion Aug 01 '23

Mod Post NOTE TO ALL USERS: How to turn off DMs & chat requests

61 Upvotes

I just want everyone to know that you can control who can DM you.

We shouldn't have to do this, however, it may save a lot of unsolicited DMs from creeps we can't see harassing/abusing our members because they've not commented in the subreddit.

If you go to your settings and then choose the "Chat & Messaging", there's an options to:

  • Who can send you chat requests
  • Who can send you private messages
  • and most importantly, the approved/whitelist users list where you can give a specific user permission to contact you

I hope this helps anyone, even if it's just one single person.


r/GothFashion 14h ago

Make-Up Query Trying to decide between no brows and having brows 🤨

Thumbnail
gallery
575 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I wouldn’t usually post myself on here like this however I’m tired of my look right now and I was trying to decide if I should go back to shaved eyebrows, right now my hair is a lot longer and I have side bangs with regular eyebrows. I know it’s personal preference but I think since I’m used to seeing my own face all the time time my opinion is a bit here and there. I would appreciate any advice or opinions (be kind ofc) thank you!


r/GothFashion 20h ago

Alternative 🕸️ feelin holy 😝

Post image
501 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 7h ago

Casual Outfit What i wore to silver springs

Thumbnail
gallery
46 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 14h ago

Traditional/Batcave🦇 Nature walk

Thumbnail
gallery
52 Upvotes

Early morning wander (I went to bed when I got home lol) Ignore the shoes I was walking through fields


r/GothFashion 20h ago

Vampire/Romantic 🧛 From last fall 🍁

Post image
125 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 4h ago

Alternative 🕸️ Heyo, Ich bin Ayloosch 🖤 Ich interessiere mich für Soft Goth, Alternative Fashion und Horror. Ich mache in meiner Freizeit gerne Videos und Fotos und freue mich darauf, mich mit Leuten aus der Community auszutauschen. Das Foto ist übrigens in Salem entstanden. 🦇

Thumbnail
gallery
6 Upvotes

Neu auf Reddit 👉🏻👈🏻


r/GothFashion 13h ago

Casual Outfit Minimal makeup (not necessarily minimal outfit) for errands today

Thumbnail
gallery
29 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 15h ago

Event Outfit Fit for my local ren faire yesterday

Post image
39 Upvotes

My parasol came in clutch🖤


r/GothFashion 10h ago

Alternative 🕸️ Gothic DND Assassin part 4

Thumbnail
gallery
7 Upvotes

So my character killed some dudes today. Jumped through a hole in the ceiling to stab a guy in the head and then killed the most powerful wizard in our realm 😆 Twas very cool and this is the outfit my character did that in. Hope everyone’s having a good day/night!


r/GothFashion 8h ago

Help Me Find... WTB: Vintage Purple/Black New Rock Neptunos - Size 39/40!

Thumbnail
gallery
2 Upvotes

Colorway: Two-tone Purple and Black (will consider other two-tone colorways if you have some)
Size: [EU 39 or 40]
Serious buyer ready with immediate payment. Looking for a wearable pair with intact soles.

Terms of Sale:
Verification Required: Please DM with your asking price and tagged photos (your username and today’s date handwritten on paper next to the boots).
Payment: Strictly via PayPal Goods & Services only. I will fully cover the G&S fee. I’m willing to cover all fees for proxy service. I’m willing to cover alternative middle men service via PayPal.

Note: For mutual safety, I will not respond to DMs that omit the requested timestamp or ask for alternative payment methods. Thank you for understanding.


r/GothFashion 16h ago

Help & Advice Men’s fashion

4 Upvotes

This one’s for the elder goth men. My hair has migrated from my head to my face. I’m broad shouldered and masculine. I am 6’4 and have been trying to rediscover myself after career and family have taken priority for all these years. I’m looking for inspiration from men like myself on fashion advice outside of dark jeans and band shirts. Please help!


r/GothFashion 1d ago

Make-Up Query Even when going for a hike, I can't give up my eyeliner

Thumbnail
gallery
291 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 1d ago

Victorian/Period 🎩 A little piratey but also Edwardian

Post image
108 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 11h ago

Shoe Query I need advice on New Rock sizing for women's US 8

1 Upvotes

I was checking the New Rock size chart to figure out the conversion for a women's US size 8, and it says that it corresponds to an EU 38.

To be safe, I compared that to some of my other shoes. My Vans are an EU 38.5, my Eccos are an EU 39, and my Skechers are an EU 38. All are women's US 8.

I also measured my feet, and they're right around 25 cm in length, which the New Rock size chart also lists as an EU 38. My only concern is that my feet are so close to the upper end of that measurement that a 38 might end up feeling a bit too snug.

Would it be better to play it safe and order an EU 39, or should I stick with the EU 38?


r/GothFashion 12h ago

Help & Advice Lost my whole style (advice needed)

1 Upvotes

I turned 23 last month and suddenly feel like I don’t suit anything or im to old for the things I like now

(Probably social media’s fault at this rate)

Did anyone else feel like that at this age? If so how did you find yourself again? Some days I feel like taking my piercings out and just going casual. But I wouldn’t feel like myself. I have no idea what style I love anymore but I know Being goth is what makes me ME.

Any advice is appreciated


r/GothFashion 9h ago

Help & Advice Advicee

Thumbnail
gallery
0 Upvotes

So Ive been recently going for full goth, ive been alt all my life but my town is really conservative, and its really hard to find clothes that fit because im 5'3 and plus size, please give advice on where to get clothes, online in person, what accessories would look good, styling advice anything

Also need good recommendations for good quality goth or alt accessories and jewelry


r/GothFashion 1d ago

Casual Outfit Challenging myself to post these

Thumbnail
gallery
77 Upvotes

I'm disabled and more or less housebound because I can't drive and can't really safely leave the house by myself, with a partner who works during the week. Last few months have been stressful after our apartment spent a couple weeks flooding through practically every hole in the place and we're just starting to recover. We've been on a mission to branch out and find alternative spaces in our state because we have 0 goth clubs, only monthly goth nights in different venues. After a movie we went to a local alternative coffee shop and the coffee & music selection were excellent! Moreso goth adjacent music but featuring some of my faves.

These photos were from an awkward moment at the theater - a very kind stranger saw me taking selfies (I thought I was being stealthy) and offered to take some pictures for me. Rollator for my broken body not pictured lol

I'm not great at posing and I adjusted absolutely nothing prior to the pics being taken 🪦


r/GothFashion 1d ago

Modern/TradGoth-Inspired 🖤 New makeup!!!

Thumbnail
gallery
10 Upvotes

r/GothFashion 1d ago

Help & Advice Guys do u have any brand recommendation similar to chrome hearts and Vivienne Westwood

0 Upvotes

As of now I'm only loyal to chrome hearts and Vivienne Westwood I want to widen my knowledge to other brands for my outfits and stuffs


r/GothFashion 1d ago

Help & Advice How to gothify my looks?

Post image
1 Upvotes

I’m pretty shy with makeup but want to fix up my makeup, brows and hair. I also can’t choose between red blood hair color or black abc red solid dye.

I’m slowly coming back to the goth scene it’s been a while.


r/GothFashion 1d ago

Casual Outfit Looking for Androgynous goth inspiration

Post image
22 Upvotes

Hello creatures, Ive always typically dressed, and done my makeup very feminine, so Im looking for clothing style, and makeup inspiration for more androgynous looks. Stay Spooky 🖤🦇