Where the Goth Night style comes from
Goth began in the UK in the late 1970s and early 1980s alongside gothic rock music. It drew on Victorian mourning dress, gothic novels and horror films, creating a look that was both dark and beautiful.
Goth fashion is mostly black, with textures that add drama: lace, velvet, mesh, leather and satin. Silver jewellery, chokers, dark lips and chunky boots are classic details.
Goth outfit ideas: what to wear
- A black lace or velvet dress.
- Dark sunglasses or ornate glasses.
- A choker or a lace accessory.
- A black bag, perhaps with a gothic detail like a bat or coffin shape.
- Big lace-up or platform boots.
- Silver jewellery: crosses, moons or spiders.
Where to wear it
- Concerts and alternative music nights.
- Halloween and themed parties.
- Evening events and gallery openings.
- Everyday wear for goth fans.
Styling tips
- Black on black works best when you mix textures.
- Silver jewellery suits goth better than gold.
- Big boots ground a delicate lace dress.
- A dark lip finishes the look.
How to play Goth Night and get 3 stars
Her wardrobe has 56 pieces in 7 tabs: earrings (8), necklaces (8), glasses (8), accessories (8), bags (8), hairstyles (8) and dresses (8).
- Read her request in the speech bubble: it tells you the occasion. Here: “Black lace, dark lipstick and big boots. Make me gorgeously goth!”
- Open every tab and put something on from each one. The style meter gives 1 star at 35%, 2 stars at 70% and 3 stars when every tab is filled.
- Pick pieces in black. The wardrobe marks the best matches with a heart, and they give her bonus hearts.
- Keep to one or two main colours, so the look goes together. White, black, grey, brown and gold accessories go with everything.
- Tap Done for her fashion show and your score. Your final look is saved as a photo in My Lookbook, where you can open it again to edit it.
Frequently asked questions
What is goth fashion?
A dark, romantic style that began with 1980s gothic rock: black lace, velvet, leather, silver jewellery, dark makeup and boots.
Which colours score best in Goth Night?
Black pieces score best for this look.
How do I make a goth outfit?
Start with a black dress, add lace or velvet texture, a choker, silver jewellery and chunky boots.