When I first think of the word 'Gothic', thing like dark colours, blood and mystery come to mind. However this is just a general overview of Gothic Horror, when actually Gothic Horror elements are found in fashion, make up, art, films and many other things. The elements of Gothic Horror will also be very different depending on what genre you are looking into.
"Atmospheric Gothic Horror is based on supernatural creatures such as ghosts coming back from the dead to seek revenge. There are are bountiful amounts of graveyards, haunted houses, and victorian influences."
Available at: How would you define the gothic film genre?. 2014. (Online) Available at: https://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070906010638AAkKWi5.
When thinking of Gothic Horror in films, just like this quote I think of ghosts, graveyards, castles. I would expect something mysterious or unusual and scary to happen within the film and the characters to be evil, sly and dark. However, in most Gothic Films there is also a softer character, a person that is the good guy/girl. There style would usually reflect their personality.
Gothic Horror in Fashion:
'Gothic fashion is a clothing style marked by conspicuously dark, mysterious, exotic, and complex features. It is worn by members of the goth subculture. A dark, sometimes morbid fashion and style of dress, typical Gothic fashion includes a pale complexion with coloured black hair, black lips and black clothes. Both male and female goths wear dark eyeliner and dark fingernail polish. Styles are often borrowed from the punks, Victorians and Elizabethans. Goth fashion is sometimes confused with heavy metal fashion and emo fashion.'
'Gothic-inspired clothing has always been a favourite amongst young teens looking to express their moods and personality, and this very distinctive genre of style can be seen as a source of inspiration for several modern day fashion editorials. Gothic style encompasses a variety of different elements which come together to create an overall dark and edgy feel. Utilising elements such as dark colours, strong and edgy makeup, and deeply emotional expressions, these editorials have all used the Gothic style as an inspiration for their collections. The beautiful part of these Gothic-inspired editorials is that each of them seem to have incorporated more than just one style of fashion. Whether it be Victorian Gothic couture or glamorous Gothic ensembles, the blend of Gothic style with other genres of fashion make for beautifully striking collections.'
'Gothic-inspired clothing has always been a favourite amongst young teens looking to express their moods and personality, and this very distinctive genre of style can be seen as a source of inspiration for several modern day fashion editorials. Gothic style encompasses a variety of different elements which come together to create an overall dark and edgy feel. Utilising elements such as dark colours, strong and edgy makeup, and deeply emotional expressions, these editorials have all used the Gothic style as an inspiration for their collections. The beautiful part of these Gothic-inspired editorials is that each of them seem to have incorporated more than just one style of fashion. Whether it be Victorian Gothic couture or glamorous Gothic ensembles, the blend of Gothic style with other genres of fashion make for beautifully striking collections.'
Available at: Gothic fashion - (Online) Available at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gothic_Fashion
To me, Gothic Fashion incorporates lots of dark colours but also lots of unusual patterns and textures. I think of Lace, Ribbon and delicate, but dark jewellery, such things as chokers and big, stone rings.
No comments:
Post a Comment