How to Buy Goth Clothing

If you've decided to go goth for the first time, finding the right wardrobe is key. Though generally wearing all black with pale makeup labels you as goth, truly expanding your wardrobe makes your fashion statement that much bolder. Here are some tips for buying goth clothing.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Purchase black clothing staples. For women, find corsets and tops with eye-catching details. Interesting sleeves or jagged-edged skirts can pump up your wardrobe, but be sure to find goth clothing items you can wear everyday as well. Black pants and skirts are a standard. For men, look for long, black coats and black, short-sleeved button up shirts.

2. Pick out a number of goth clothing accessories. Purchase necklaces, buttons, hats and belts that go with your standard outfit. Look for interesting bracelets with roses or crosses on them. Also be sure to wear the standard black choker or spiked necklace to add extra flare to your goth wardrobe.

3. Invest in good shoes that scream goth by finding patent leather boots with large heals or giant buckles on them. Look for shoes that appear menacing, like knee-high boots for girls and black, military-style shoes for men. Remember, black is the color, but the details are where you get to shine.

4. Find retailers that specialize in goth clothing. Whether online or at the mall, there are many goth clothing retailers available. Search online stores like The Black Angel for unique pieces, but for everyday goth wear, visit your local mall and buy the basics.

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Resources

• Find goth clothing online at The Black Angel.

[Renee1771]

on 8/25/2008 Awesome article! Thanks!

[AtlantisChild]

on 8/5/2008 Make it your own! :) It's sad to see conformity in the gothiness. Defeats the point of trying to look different when you *gasp* look the same as every other goth.