Okay, folks, let’s dive into my little adventure with “country gothic fashion.”
So, I’ve been seeing this “country gothic” thing pop up all over my Pinterest and TikTok. It looked cool, kinda like a spooky, romanticized version of, you know, regular country style. I was intrigued, so I decided to give it a whirl myself.
First Steps: Gathering Inspiration
First thing I did was hit up Pinterest. I just typed in “country gothic fashion” and, boom, tons of images. I started saving anything that caught my eye – lots of black lace, dark florals, worn-out denim, cowboy boots with a bit of an edge, and big, chunky silver jewelry.
I also checked out some TikToks. There are a bunch of creators doing “get ready with me” videos and style guides for this aesthetic. It helped me see how people were actually putting outfits together, not just looking at still photos.
Digging Through My Closet (and Hitting the Thrift Store)
Next, I raided my own closet. I already had a few things that I thought could work: a black, flowy maxi skirt, a couple of dark floral tops, and some old, beat-up cowboy boots. Score!
But I knew I needed a few more key pieces. So, I made a trip to my local thrift store. This was where the real magic happened. I found:
- A vintage black lace top – seriously, it was perfect!
- A worn-out denim jacket that I could distress even more.
- A long, black, velvet skirt – felt super gothic and luxurious.
- A chunky silver belt buckle with a cool, slightly spooky design.
Putting It All Together
This is where the fun really began. I started experimenting with different combinations. I tried:
- The black lace top with the denim jacket and the maxi skirt, paired with my cowboy boots.
- The dark floral top tucked into the velvet skirt, with the silver belt buckle and some chunky silver rings.
- Layer a black vest with the denim jacket, the sliver belt buckle.
I played around with accessories, too. I found an old, tarnished silver cross necklace that I thought added a nice touch. I also tried adding a wide-brimmed black hat, which definitely gave it that “country” vibe.
The Final Verdict
Honestly, I was pretty happy with how it turned out! It was fun to step outside my usual style and try something new.
I took some photos and even posted a little “get ready with me” video on my own TikTok. It was a bit rough around the edges,
but hey, that’s part of the charm, right? It felt authentic, a little bit dark, and definitely a fun twist on the usual country look.
Would I wear this every day? Probably not. But it’s definitely something I’ll pull out for special occasions or when I’m feeling a bit adventurous.
If you’re curious about country gothic fashion, I say go for it! It’s all about mixing and matching and finding what works for you.
Don’t be afraid to experiment and have fun with it.
