One of the biggest influences on Gothic fashion has been the imagery in Gothic literature and their movie counterparts, particular that of Victorian writers such as Edgar Allen Poe and Bram Stoker. Victorian fashions like corsets, lace, frock coats and pale skin are popular throughout the scene, but maybe none wear them with as much style as the Victorian Goth.
Like their Victorian role models, the Victorian Goths wish to convey an image of decorum and dignity. Clothes must be smart and, for many, historically accurate (corsets are to be worn beneath one’s garments, of course). Ball dress and mourning garb are particularly prominent in the scene.
Victorian Goths may also indulge in activities that were popular in Victorian high society, including theatre, masquerades, tea parties and poetry. And, naturally, any kind of Dickensian or other Victorian festival that gives them an excuse to parade around in costume (not that they need an excuse).
As for music, opera and classical are the true Victorian Gothic genres, but Victorian-inspired bands such as Rasputina are also acceptable.
Personally, I love Victorian Goths. It'd be cool to be one, but I suppose I'll have to get a bit older first -Victorian Goths always seem to be in their late 20's or early 30's- and I probably need a job that starts around 1 'o clock P.M. so I have enough time to dress up. I guess the time it takes to look like a proper Victorian Goth is also the reason you probably won't ever see one out on the streets, but you do see them a lot on festivals like WGT. The look is just not very suitable for everyday wear.
If you want to dress like a Victorian Goth, you will have to win the lottery first, and then invest in a corset, a parasol, a beautiful long dress, a wig and loads of make-up, all from a very good quality of course. If you then have any money left, you can also buy a cool castle with lovely Victorian features.
I guess the thing left to do for me is to show you guys some pictures of this lovely style:
Tadaaaah. Cool, right?
Now, I'm not really an expert in things related to fashion, but I think Alexander McQueen also has some great Victorian-inspired pieces in his collections.
Is it just me or can this be labelled 'Victorian'?
That was it for now. Thanks for reading, and see you next time!
♣ Gasoline Diamond ♣
Sources: Weheartit.com for all the pictures, expet the McQueen picture found on http://www.fashionologie.com/Fall-2009-Season-19th-Century-Costumery-2737839 and http://blackwaterfall.com/13victorian.php for everything inbetween 'One of the biggest... - ... Are also acceptable'
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ReplyDeleteVictorian goth is such an amazing style♥
Thanks for writing an article about it =D