So you’ve got the gothic fashion, the gothic hair and the gothic makeup. What’s left? The accessories! The great thing about creating the gothic look is the number of cool accessories you get to choose from. From chokers to bracelets and belts, no true Goth is without the appropriate accoutrements.

If you love jewelry, you’ll be in for a treat. Gothic jewelry is famous for sporting items that range from rustic gems and jewels, to antique pieces with intricate designs. Gothic jewelry can be complex or simple, whichever works for the type of look you’re going for. Some of the most popular items worn by Goth girls include silver or steel crosses, crucifixes, pentagrams, pendants and dog tags. Symbols and historic creatures/items play a large role in Gothic jewelry such as: dragons, coffins, bats, spider webs, devils, and skulls. Chokers are also another popular type of gothic accessory. This accessory can make any gothic outfit super sexy by drawing attention to the throat, collarbone and chest area. If you’re planning on wearing a top that has a low-cut neckline, a choker will complete the look.

Belts often make a large fashion statement in a gothic outfit. From skinny belts with huge buckles to fat belts with numerous holes, the more ostentatious, the better. Look for belts with silver studs, spikes or other adornments. You can even find bracelets that sport the same styles. Or you can go for a more feminine touch with simple silver bracelets or chains.

Piercings are another widely used type of accessory in gothic fashion. The most common areas for piercings include the nose, eyebrow, tongue, bottom lip, ears, and nipples. There are a number of gothic inspired rings you can adorn your fingers with. The bigger, the better. You can choose from large, colorful gems or stick to dark iconic shapes like bats and skulls. Since many Goth girls are into vintage and antique items, brooches are also another accessory that can complete a great gothic outfit.

For more clothing-related accessories, you can add the finishing touch to your gothic fashion with a shawl, boa, tiara, petticoat, stockings, cloak, robe, or gloves. These types of accessories work best for gothic fashions that are more geared towards the romantic, Victorian era. Such accessories work best with bodices, corsets, or vintage dresses.

The types of accessories that make up a gothic outfit are limitless. You can find great deals on gothic jewelry, pendants, belts and other accessories online or in specialty stores. Most are fairly affordable so you can start your own collection without spending too much money. As is the gothic way, you also have the option of creating your own accessories. Go through vintage and thrift stores as well as theater/costume shops for items that you can mix and match and put together for a look that is truly your own gothic original.

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