Okay, so I’ve been seeing this “goth lingerie aesthetic” thing popping up all over my feeds, and honestly? I was intrigued. I’ve always been a bit of a closet goth, so I figured, why not give it a shot? Let’s dive into my little experiment.
The Hunt Begins
First, I needed to find the right pieces. This wasn’t just about throwing on any black lace. I wanted something that felt genuinely, you know, goth. I spent a good few hours scrolling through different shops, trying to find stuff that felt dark, romantic, and maybe a little bit Victorian.
- Started with basic searches: Just typed in “goth lingerie” to see what would come up. Kinda overwhelming at first, ngl.
- Narrowed it down: Focused on things like “Victorian goth lingerie,” “dark romantic lingerie,” stuff like that. Helped a LOT.
- Looked for specific details: I wanted things with lace, maybe some velvet, and definitely corsets or corset-style tops.
The Prep Work
I knew I needed to do proper makeup look, I started off with foundation, then did a simple eye liner look, and I completed this portion of the prep work with a dark shade of lipstick.
Putting It All Together
Okay, so I found a few pieces I liked. A black lace corset with some boning, a pair of high-waisted, lacy briefs, and a long, flowing robe that looked like it came straight out of a vampire movie. Time to see how it all looked.
I started with the briefs, obviously. Then came the corset. This part was a bit of a struggle. I’ve never worn a real corset before, and getting all those laces tightened by myself? Let’s just say it took a while, and there was some definite huffing and puffing involved. I almost called my roommate for help, but I managed to figure it out eventually.
Once I had the corset on, I threw on the robe. It was surprisingly heavy, but in a good way. It felt dramatic, and I definitely felt a little more…powerful? I don’t know, it’s hard to explain.
The Final Look (and Feels)
I stood in front of the mirror and…damn. I actually looked pretty good. The whole outfit was definitely giving off those dark, romantic vibes I was going for. It was a bit much for a Tuesday night, but hey, who cares? I felt confident, a little bit mysterious, and like I could maybe star in my own gothic romance novel.
The main takeaway? This whole goth lingerie thing isn’t just about the clothes. It’s about the feeling it gives you. It’s about embracing a different side of yourself, even if it’s just for a little while. Would I wear this every day? Probably not. But for a special occasion, or just when I’m feeling like channeling my inner Morticia Addams? Absolutely.
It was fun. It was a little weird. And I’d definitely do it again.
