Mike Coppola
At the Met Gala in 2022, Bella Hadid walked out wearing leather, lace, and latex creations by Burberry from head to toe. On the topic of “Gilded Glamour,” Riccardo Tisci put a contemporary touch. He was dead on with this look, or more precisely, he was. He coerced Bella to adopt her inner Goth-Girl, complete with the brooding Morticia Addams look. An assortment of gothic styles may be seen in the cruise selections so far. Consider the San Diego fashion presentation for Louis Vuitton’s resort 2022–2023 line. Exaggerated juxtapositions of materials and intricate detailing characterized the collection. The boldest collection by Nicolas Ghesquière to date features leather, metallics, wool, cotton, and everything in between. And certainly, that too plays a role in this tendency.
Black doesn’t have to be dull, as evidenced by Met guests like Lizzo. The performer’s statement duchess-satin Chesterfield coat was part of a Thom Browne silk moiré bustier outfit that required 22,000 hours of craftsmanship and 13 different materials. Rising star Phoebe Dynevor waved the vintage flag in Louis Vuitton, while Karlie Kloss and Joan Smalls donned the kind of “naked” dresses that only supermodels dare sit down in. Sophie Turner channeled Game of Thrones chic in a statuesque maternity look designed by her friend Nicolas Ghesquière. Bella Hadid, who wore a lingerie Dilara Findikoglu outfit made from 120-year-old cloth to the after-parties, offers a belle epoque spin on the trend.
Kourtney Kardashian displayed what the grungier side of fashion looks like on a daily basis away from the red carpet to her famous sisters. The Poosh founder just married Travis Barker in a Santa Barbara courthouse while wearing a Dolce minidress that read “rock ‘n’ roll,” but you’re more likely to see her stomping around LA in Rick Owens platforms and Just Love skeleton suits. You like her new punk look? Invest on a leather jacket by Saint Laurent, a Balenciaga mini Neo, or a choker by Junya Watanabe.
Here’s how to replicate the Goth Girl Summer Look
Summer may be challenging, whether you’re a goth or simply wear a lot of black. Our clothing isn’t designed for the oppressive heat, but there are methods to maintain your style over the summer months without turning completely normie.
A LBS (Little Black Sundress): There are several alternatives available to keep you cool, whether you decide on something basic or want to amp things up with ruffles, studs, and buckles.
A pair of black sandals
A pair of black sunglasses: You’ll need a pair of snazzy black sunglasses when the sun is shining and the sky is clear.
Setting spray: Use a strong setting spray to prevent your makeup from dripping down your face. You won’t want your eyeliner to budge after you’ve worked on it for 45 minutes.
A black bikini: A goth girl’s only option has ever been a black bikini.
Waterproof makeup: Keep your face in tact by using waterproof makeup, whether it’s foundation, eyeliner, mascara, or brows, in addition to setting your makeup with setting spray.
