Whether you love playing on your punk side, having fun with your emo look, or challenging your alternative sense of fashion, the goth industry has everything you could need to express yourself through fashion. Gone are the days when buying goth clothing meant heading to the only dodgy shop in your hometown. Nowadays, goth has gone global, with myriad options out there that you can shop in brick-and-mortar stores or online. From whole outfits to makeup, jewelry and accessories, there are incredible options for all body types and personalities.
Bloggers are less active on their blogs these days. With the introduction of Instagram and TikTok, many have opted for these social platforms because that is where their audience is. Despite the fewer posts and inactivity, these blogs house some of the most inspiring goth fashion ideas that will help you elevate your fashion sense. The following are some of the best fashion blogs and websites to take your goth wardrobe to the next level.
1. Kreepsville
If you are a goth with a mission to support local businesses, then a quick search on Google for goth stores near me will deliver some impressive results. This is especially true if you live in East LA. Besides an online store, the goth website Kreepsville has a helpful blog, including a blog post on some of the best goth stores in East LA. The stores are not limited to fashion and accessories. Some of these stores also offer goth-inspired homeware to extend your fashion sense to your home.
2. Amy Valentine
Turning suits into inspiring punk fashion moments, Amy Valentine knows how to grab attention with her outfits. Sporting her signature bright red hair, this UK native can go from school girl Lolita on one day to lingerie vixen the next day. Valentine is primarily active on Instagram and TikTok, but her blog is also full of fashion inspiration for that unique punk statement.
3. Bones and Lilies
Karoliina is the goth fashion blogger behind Bones and Lilies. Based in Finland, Karoliina’s blog houses hundreds of goth-inspired makeup and fashion to last you the whole year. A designer by trade, Karoliina’s blog posts mainly focus on makeup tutorials that blend that mix of goth and fantasy with the use of color.
4. Bound in Bone
Bound in Bone is an alternative lifestyle and fashion blog managed by Darcie. Beyond goth fashion inspiration, Bound in Bone features goth life interviews, articles on feminism, and pieces on vegan food. Darcie’s blog posts stand out for their unique qualities and insightfulness. This blogger is also active on Instagram.
5. Faiiint
Faiiint is the fashion and lifestyle blog for grown-up goths. The voice behind the blog is Stephanie Brown, who has managed to accumulate an extensive archive of goth fashion inspirations that are modern and grown up. These days, Brown has expanded her blog posts to include beauty, travel, arts, culture, and lifestyle.
6. Goth It Yourself
Goth It Yourself is a home decor blog that delivers DIY ideas to turn your home into a gothic space. The posts include step-by-step photos for different projects, including posts about turning simple IKEA furniture into gothic-inspired pieces. Although it is not the most aesthetically pleasing website layout, at Goth It Yourself, you will find some great budget-friendly ideas to have your home reflect your personality.
7. Gothic Charm School
Jillian Venters is Lady of the Manners and the voice behind Gothic Charm School. Venters has been blogging since the 90s, and she has even published a book titled, Gothic Charm School: An essential guide for goths and those who love them. Check out Venters’ website to learn about manners, fashion, holidays, and more.
8. Desperate Hell
Based in Tampere, Finland, Susanna Maria is the dark-toned voice behind Desperate Hell. Although she has not posted since 2020, the blog has an extensive archive of images to inspire fashion. Susanna’s all-black outfits mix romance and modern elements with a hint of witchiness that will not disappoint.
9. Feeling Vague
Feeling Vague was the fashion blog of Amber Kaye and has now been inactive for a couple of years. Despite its inactivity, the blog has an archive of photos detailing goth-inspired outfits that exude youth, darkness, and a touch of streetwear.
10. Gala Darling
Gala Darling is a best-selling author and speaker with a massive Instagram following. Describing herself as a professional optimist, Gala Darling isn’t precisely a goth fashion blog. Still, it is an alternative blog that welcomes those individuals looking to manifest the best life for themselves. From inspirational articles to courses on manifesting the life you want, Gala Darling is a self-made help guru helping those stuck in a rut.
11. Black Widow Sanctuary
Active since 2011, The Black Widow Sanctuary is a blog written by “The Drown Doll.” Based in Finland, this 20-something frequently publishes various blog posts ranging from fashion inspiration to makeup, travel, gardening, crafts, witchcraft, and the paranormal. “The Drown Doll” also shares personal updates on her blog, including travel trips and posts on Instagram under the handle @hukutettu_nukke.
12. Haute Macabre
Haute Macabre is the project of Samantha Macabre and Zoetica Ebb. They went from blogging about goth-inspired fashion to curating a dark and macabre space where you can shop witchcraft pieces, books, and more.
Conclusion
Although social media accounts have taken over blogs, it is good to revisit some of these spaces and enjoy the work of the people who brought their idea of what goth fashion should look like, thus adding more color, weirdness, and darkness to this way of life.
