trad goth
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A shortening of "traditional goth". Goth as a style has evolved and diversified greatly over the years, and "trad goth" is a term used to refer to the roots of the overall style, primarily drawing from the gothic aesthetics of the 70s and 80s.
Common elements of trad goth fashion
- Androgyny
- Dark colors, primarily black, grey, red, and purple
- Torn clothing
- Piercings
- Platform boots
- Traditional gothic iconography: the cross, bats, the pentagram, skulls, etc.
- Beaded jewelry
- Fishnet and other mesh clothing, particularly gloves and legwear
- Heavy eyeliner
- Messy hair
- Lipstick in shades of red, black, and purple
- Leather jackets
- Studded accessories
- Hats and veils
See also
This tag implicates goth (learn more).