Dress Goth for a Casual Party

Aside from music, fashion is a big part of the Goth subculture. Make Friends with Other Punks, Emos, or Goths are known, loved (and occasionally hated) for their amazing, unique, over the top or just plain "unusual" styles and their Deal with Limited Athletic Ability to stand out to complete strangers with just their Try on Clothing Easily choices. Dressing over the top or in an eyecatching way is great fun, but can be extremely irritating to maintain if you just want to go to the coffee shop round the corner with a few friends. But if you want to keep up your Defend Your Unique Style without bursting a blood vessel at the same time, then panic no more. This is your ultimate guide for dressing "casually" for Goths.

Steps

  1. Get dressed in all your inner layers of clothing. This means comfortable underwear, a step above what you'd Politely Decline an Invitation to an Airport Lounge around in. Stockings or hose are good, if you want. If you're wearing a low cut shirt find a good singlet/tight shirt to wear underneath it in a contrasting or matching colour to add more flair.
  2. Think about what you want to wear on your legs. Bondage pants are okay for pleasant Know Your Local Weather, but if it is very cold you should layer something underneath if there are Enjoy Metal parts that touch the skin, as this can become an unpleasantly Appreciate Autumn in a Mid Latitude Climate feeling after some time. However, easier options would include a simple skirt in a good colour, or any other, comfortable and still attractive pants.
  3. Look through your tee shirt collection. Pick a band tee for something that isn't completely Be Friends with Someone from a Different Subculture- for example, please wear your E Nominee tee instead of- or, over- your H.I.M. shirt (wear your HIM tee if you feel like it, just because you like a certain band does not make you any less 'goth' than a person who doesn't like said band. Also, can I just add that liking HIM does not make you a 'mall goth', that kind of thing just creates a divide in people who should really be sicking together). Or go a little more "mainstream friendly" with The Cure or Nine Inch Nails. If you choose a particular character tee or cartoon character, you might want to choose a major colour from the image and use it with your accessories. For example, a GIR tee may warrant your horrible acid green earrings. By matching/or contrasting your outfit and accessories, you can pull together a simple look to make it more unique.
  4. Add Accessories to a Gothic Costume on Halloween, such as arm/leg warmers, gloves, Embellish Scrapbook Projects with Jewelry badges, etc. If you want to look striking but not completely overdo it, then accessorizing is a good idea.
  5. Do your hair. A simple style like a ponytail or left loose can work, though if you're wearing quite a "quiet" outfit then you may want to play it up with your locks. In any case, brush, smooth/spike/straighten and then fiddle around with it. Girls may want to add any hairclips/Wear Cute Bows in Your Hair/pieces to go with their outfit and add some extra flair.
  6. Do your makeup properly (see related wikiHows). Be careful with fine tuning this step - wearing a down-tone outfit and outrageous makeup doesn't actually look so attractive. For example, if you're simply wearing a skirt and band tee, then powdering your face white and applying rings of liquid eyeliner and shocking eyeshadow might just make you like a child who was playing around with magic markers. Assess the conditions of your outfit and apply your makeup accordingly. The basics, however, may include:
    • Some simple eyeliner work - if you're going for very casual, then just a simple pencil lining should do. If you want to play it up a little, try liquid eyeliner with a darker/thicker application.
    • Lip gloss/Lipstick. A simple shade of subtle lipstick or gloss should do.
    • Foundation/concealer is optional, if you're currently suffering from a "bad skin" day, to cover/smooth over any blemishes. However, Look Like a Geisha may not be the best idea for the casual look, as you may look stupidly overdone.
    • You may also want to paint your nails - a simple solid colour, such as black, Obtain Purple Contacts or red should do for a basic outfit, though for something that needs a little added flair, you could do multiple colours or practise your nail art skills.
  7. Complete the outfit with Be Fashionable by Wearing Footwear. Boots are great, though you can pretty much wear anything comfortable. Make sure it goes with your outfit and doesn't look out of place.

Tips

  • Worrying about whether you look "Goth" or not is just plain stupid, as any true Goth knows that you can wear jeans a T-shirt and still be a part of the Be Friends with Someone from a Different Subculture. Despite the various posers spreading stereotypes and untruths about the Gothic style, the culture is also about music, art and personality, rather than simply wearing clothes that make you look "Goth". In fact, other Goths may consider you more of a Not Be a Poser if you purposely dress "Goth" every minute of the day. If dressing up makes you happy then it's okay, but if you're simply worried about maintaining your reputation then you should stop being so insecure. Many old school Goths simply wear casual everyday clothes.
  • Don't wear anything uncomfortable that will have you fiddling around every five seconds. Elaborate outfits should be saved for bigger occasions, like going to the clubs or other special events.
  • With wet nails or particularly sticky lip makeup, you run the risk of gluing your hair to your face. Be careful.
  • If you are trying to down tone your make-up some, a suggestion is a dark shade of red lipstick and a little less eyeliner, if possible.
  • Be careful to not over layer during the summer, a warm Have a Fun Spring Break or a warm winter. Remember, if you're wearing very dark colours, chances are you will overheat.

Warnings

  • Many people have attached a negative stigma to Goth in all its facets- if you meet them, merely stare like they're growing a third eye.
  • Make sure to not preach about individuality and complain about how people make fun of you, and then go laughing at some emo. You would just be treating them how you are treated, and seeing as you do not want to be treated in that manner, don't do it, 'cause you've got to "treat others how you want to be treated." It's a golden rule.
  • If people stare, DO NOT take it too much to heart, they're just looking because you may seem different to them. Remember that's a good thing.
    • Don't let the fear of their gaze stop you from going out and living your own life in your own style.

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