, From the ancient barbarians responsible for the fall of Rome, to the
black-lipped teenager updating their Instagram from a graveyard, Goths
have been with us for a long time. Ideas about what is Gothic have
changed and mutated, but a fascination with the dark and dramatic has
remained a constant. The History of Gothic Fashion charts Gothic dress
from its ancient and medieval origins to its various revivals and
romanticised rebirths, examining
its cultural inspirations including folk lore, 19th-century novels, the
silver screen and rock music.
For a subculture associated with literature and historical fashion,
there are surprisingly few books that focus solely on Gothic fashion.
The History of Gothic Fashion provides an in-depth overview of the
evolution of the darker side of style.,