Okay, so I’ve been seeing “country gothic fashion” all over my Pinterest and TikTok lately, and I was like, “I gotta try this.” It’s like, dark and moody, but with a rustic, almost vintage vibe. Think Wednesday Addams goes to a hoedown. Sounds kinda weird, but it’s surprisingly cool.
Getting Started
First, I dug through my closet. I already had a few things that kinda fit the aesthetic, like a black lace dress I got for a Halloween party a few years back. It’s a little too “costume-y” on its own, but I figured I could make it work.
- Black Dress: Found! Kinda gothic already.
- Boots: I have some old brown cowboy boots. Perfect!
- Accessories: This is where I needed to get creative.
Finding the Right Pieces
I hit up a few thrift stores. This style is all about that worn, vintage look, so new stuff wouldn’t really work. I was on the hunt for anything that looked old, dark, and maybe a little bit country.
I found a really cool, wide-brimmed black hat. It was kinda dusty and the brim was a little bent, which just added to the vibe. I also scored a long, black, almost cape-like cardigan. It’s super soft and has these cool, almost Victorian-looking buttons.
Putting it All Together
So, I put on the black lace dress. Then, I added the cardigan. It immediately made the dress look less like a Halloween costume and more like something I could actually wear out. I threw on my cowboy boots, and they totally worked! The brown leather against the black lace was a nice contrast.
Next, I put on the hat. Boom. Instant country gothic. But it still needed something. I remembered I had this old, silver necklace with a dark, almost tarnished-looking pendant. I added that to the mix, and it was perfect. It added that little bit of extra detail that really pulled the whole look together.
The Final Look
I looked in the mirror, and I was actually surprised at how much I liked it! It was definitely different from my usual style, but in a good way. It felt edgy and cool, but also kinda comfortable and relaxed. And it was put the outfits with thrifting mostly.I think I can say that I did that,haha.
I wore the outfit out to a local coffee shop, and I actually got a few compliments! Someone even asked me where I got the hat. I just smiled and said, “Oh, you know, just a little place I found…” Gotta keep that thrift store secret, right?
So, yeah, that’s my country gothic fashion experiment. It was a lot of fun, and I definitely see myself incorporating more of this style into my wardrobe. It’s all about mixing and matching and finding pieces that speak to you. Don’t be afraid to get creative and try something new!
