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15/03/2023
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A Guide to the Romantic Goth Style

The wonderful thing about being a goth is the many different styles to explore. From trad goth to cyber goth, hippie goth to pastel and everything in between, there’s a lot of fun to be had, and killer looks to be created.  Today, we are focusing on the romantic goth style. This fashion and literature focussed goth genre has been popular for several decades. We will discover more about its beginnings, inspirations and how to get the look for yourself.  TLDR: Romantic Goth is a style influenced by 19th-century Romanticism... Read More

A hiker admires the view from a peak 14/02/2022
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Self-Care Meets Subculture: Health Goth Habits

The health goth movement is still alive and well. What started as a tongue in cheek nod to fitness fashion and goth culture has captured the imagination of alternative style fans. It’s official: health goth is a movement entirely of its own now.  TLDR: The Health Goth movement, which originated on Facebook in 2014, successfully merges alternative fashion with functional self-care, focusing on both mental and physical well-being. The aesthetic combines trad Goth, cyberpunk, and fetish wear with athleisure, often featuring all-black sportswear and smart tech like watches. Key habits... Read More

05/01/2022
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Punk Vs Goth: What is the difference?

Punk vs goth: these two genres and cultures are often confused by the mainstream.  If we had a pound for every time someone asked us what the difference is between punk and goth; we’d be able to buy the Dracula style castle of our nightmares! So we thought we’d clear the cobwebs and dispel the fogginess around punk and goth culture! Let’s explore everything you need to know about the differences and similarities between goth and punk. TLDR: The key differences between Punk and Goth lie in their origins and... Read More

Woman wearing gothic makeup including black lipstick and winged eyeliner looks through a gap 09/07/2021
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What is the goth aesthetic in 2021 and how has it evolved?

At Attitude, we’ve been thinking long and hard about one question in particular: what does it mean to be goth in 2021? With so many pockets of the goth aesthetic and subculture exploding and evolving over the last few decades, the word goth has become synonymous with multiple cultural and social milestones. So let’s examine what it means to be goth in 2021 and look back at how the goth aesthetic began!  What is the goth aesthetic and how has it changed over the decades? The goth aesthetic is hard... Read More

Must Visit Cemeteries 18/03/2021

11 Must Visit Cemeteries Around The World

It’s no surprise that fans of alternative music and fashion are known to indulge in the darker side of life. A fascination with death is often at the centre of some of the best alternative works, making cemeteries a must-visit destination for many of us who enjoy the alternative lifestyle.  Visiting cemeteries may seem like a morbid pastime to mainstreamers, but they can offer some of the most beautiful views and peaceful atmospheres in the world. Plus if you’re not there for the tranquillity and photograph opportunities, many of the... Read More

Goth Vegan Punk Vegan 25/01/2021
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The Goth Vegan Revolution

The vegan lifestyle is booming. Between 2012 and 2016, there was a 185% increase in vegan products available in the UK and the annual Veganuary challenge saw 440,000 people sign up for the 2021 challenge before the month had begun, up from a mere 3,300 in its 2014 launch. But how did this grassroots movement get so big? And what have goths got to do with it? TLDR: The Goth Vegan movement is part of the broader rise in veganism, aligning the Goth subculture’s history of anti-conformity (inherited from punks... Read More

Top Alternative Christmas Songs 25/11/2020
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Alternative Christmas Songs [Our Top 35 For Your Playlist]

We love a good Christmas playlist here at Attitude Clothing, but of course we like to put our alternative twist on the occasion! Alternative Christmas Songs are one of the best ways to kick off the season. There are so many to choose from, but we’ve put together an easy to browse list of our favourites to get you started this Christmas! From pop punk heroes Blink-182 to the legend himself Corey Taylor, there’s something for every alternative music fan right here at Attitude Clothing. Turn up the volume and... Read More

22/09/2020

A Guide to Deathrock Fashion

What do you get when you cross goth with punk? Deathrock. The bastard child of two of the biggest alternative subcultures, Deathrock is as dark as it is theatrical. A performative style, Deathrock found its way onto the post-punk scene in the 1970s and has held a special place in our hearts ever since. TLDR: Deathrock is a theatrical subculture that emerged from the post-punk scene in the late 1970s, blending the darkness of Goth with the aggressive DIY aesthetic of Punk. The style distinguishes itself from traditional Goth by... Read More