The elements of Goth fashion derive from the Victorian Gothic era in the 19th Century, styled on the dark side. Think Edgar Allen Poe. Present-day Goth originally emerged from the post-punk scene in the United Kingdom in the early 1980s, and has caught on around the world and persists to this day. It is mysterious and poetic, edgy and dramatic. So whether you are Goth from way back or just looking into it, I have some up-to-date ideas here for how to get inspired by Gothic style.
Age doesn’t matter. You can get bolder as you get older. That’s not to say you can’t tone down this, or any, style. You can always be your true self and then throw in an element of style for fun, experimentation or self-expression. Trying out new things keeps us modern and youthful, and adding a third piece to a basic outfit is what makes things interesting.
So I am going to lay out the elements of Goth style, but you don’t have to use them all at once. One at a time is just fine. You can go crazy with it, you can add Goth pieces to something that’s the total opposite, you can wear it just for Halloween, or you can just buy one piece that you love and wear it forevermore. 😉
What follows are the elements and outfit ideas to get you inspired by Gothic Style.
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Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration, Ways to Wear It
Gothic, Style
Would you like to think of ways to dress down fancy jackets so you could wear yours more often? I have an easy style tip that can help you make that happen. A simple little fantasy is all it takes to be able to wear them anytime. Age doesn’t matter.
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Style Inspiration, Style Tips, Ways to Wear It
Casual Style, Fancy Jackets, Style, Velvet Jacket
You won’t want to miss this week’s blog roundup because it really packs a punch! The Beauty Spotlight Team is already starting on gift ideas and how to get a good night’s sleep. There’s also some dark, moody style for layering from October through the rest of the fall and winter. For travel, or just keeping up with a demanding schedule, there’s great multi-tasking skin care. And last but not least, you have a chance to win an awesome giveaway. Age doesn’t matter. So click on your favorite subjects below and reap the benefits of all we have to offer in beauty, style, self care and a giveaway!
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Beauty Spotlight Team, Link Love, Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration
Apocalyptic Style, Gift Ideas, Giveaway, Post-apocalyptic, Skin Care, Sleep, Weekly Blog Roundup
I decided to look into one of the many choices we have in fashion this fall and winter. In the process, I have formed a little guide that can be used as an inspiration to create outfits for any age with touches of punk futurism now.
It takes courage to dare to wear something new and different from what we’re used to. On the other hand, it takes guts to wear something we wore in the past once we get older. That’s where being true to your self comes in; you never have to stop being yourself. And when you get older, I believe it’s easier to break out of expectations and wear whatever you darn please.
This post is for women who want to do just that…and for women who want to take their look into the future a bit…and for women who have some punk rebel in them…and for women who love to wear black (is that all of us?)
Go ahead. Show your true self. And remember, age doesn’t matter!
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Accessories, Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration
Autumn/Winter Style, Black, Casual Style, Fall/Winter, Fashion, Futuristic, Outfit Ideas, Plaid, Punk, T-Shirts
This week’s blog roundup features four bloggers sharing the latest in fashion and beauty. Not only that, but you won’t want to miss one of the biggest beauty sales of the year! Here are today’s features from the Beauty Spotlight Team:
- how to dress comfortably and beautifully at the same time;
- a space-age skin care device you can use at home;
- the top Vichy mineralizing thermal water products;
- and the biggest cosmetic sale of the year!
Just click on your favorite topics below to find out more:
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Beauty Spotlight Team, Link Love, Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration
Anti-Aging, Lounging, Skin Care, Weekly Blog Roundup
