Podcasts have become increasingly popular over the last few years. With over 5 million different titles on Spotify alone, whether it’s comedy, history, true crime, music, horror or a mix of all the above, there is something out there for everyone to enjoy.  Today, we are checking out 10 of our favourite gothic-themed podcasts. With everything from horror stories to folklore and gothic music, this list has every goth covered!  Table of contents What defines a Gothic podcast? Top 10 Gothic podcasts How can I find the right Gothic podcast for my interests? Do Gothic podcasts cover diver ..read more

We want to celebrate World Goth Day by exploring some of the UK’s gothic architecture. This iconic style has been featured in castles, churches and cathedrals for thousands of years and plays an important role in Gothic history and culture.  Keep reading to learn about the history of Gothic architecture and some iconic examples from across the UK. With some famous buildings and others you may not expect!  Table of contents About Gothic architecture What role did religion play in the development of Gothic architecture? What is the largest Gothic cathedral in the UK? Gothic buildings a ..read more

In the diverse landscape of gothic subculture, one that stands out is the perky goth. With a unique blend of darkness and cheer, perky goths embrace the darkness in terms of clothing and music but reject the doom and gloom attitude associated with goths, channelling a cheerful, positive demeanour that many people wouldn’t expect. Today, we are diving into the perky goth subculture. Exploring everything from music to fashion and how you can get the look.  Table of contents What does perky goth mean? Can you be a perky goth and still enjoy traditional gothic music? How to look like a perky ..read more

If you’re into alternative fashion, this love for all things dark, whimsical and strange has probably made its way into your decor. Perhaps you have a modern gothic living room or a mystical bedroom setup with plenty of witchy accessories, but what about the kitchen? As the heart of the home, we spend a lot of time in the kitchen, but it isn’t always a space we can imagine having a gothic-inspired design. Embracing a gothic-themed kitchen can create a uniquely enchanting atmosphere, combining modern functionality with timeless gothic style.  If you want to create a gothic-inspired kitchen ..read more

At Attitude Clothing, we are passionate about goth and alternative lifestyles and all the subcultures that have evolved from them. Today, we are exploring nu-goth, a contemporary subculture that has grown and changed since the early noughties. We explore the origins of nu-goth, how to embrace the subculture and how to get the look!  Table of contents: What is nu-goth? Nu-goth origins  Nu-goth vs trad-goth  How to be nu-goth  What is nu-goth? A modern gothic subculture, nu-goth has steadily gained momentum since the late noughties, capturing the attention of fashion-forward ..read more

When you think of gothic decor, you might picture a castle, dungeon, a vampiric dwelling or perhaps all the above. As a style that dates back to the 18th century, Gothic decor has much more depth and diversity than you’d think. There are many gothic styles to explore and incorporate into your home. Whether you love the traditional goth style, steampunk, Victorian or all things macabre, you can create the gothic-inspired home decor of your dreams.  This guide will give you our best goth decor ideas and inspiration. Plus, we’ll showcase the Gothic style homeware at Attitude Clothing, where ..read more

Celebrating uniqueness and expressing your individuality are core values associated with alternative fashion. However, when it comes to gothic clothing and accessories, there’s always been one colour that has been at the forefront of trends.  Black is synonymous with alternative subculture and has a long-standing affair with gothic style. But what if we told you that the gothic landscape is far more colourful than you first imagined? At Attitude Clothing, we want to show you that gothic fashion is diverse and not just limited to one colour. We’ll explore how alternative colour choices res ..read more

Summer is a conflicting season for goths. On the one hand, you have amazing festivals and can show off your outfit without needing a big jacket. Conversely, a goth wardrobe doesn’t lend itself to hot climes.  As much as we’d all love to layer up our black clothing and stomp around in our big boots all year round, we also don’t want to get heatstroke! At Attitude Clothing, we’ve been through many a hot day, learning how to put together a gothic summer outfit without feeling like we’ll melt into a puddle or turn into dust. We’re happy to report that you can, in fact, survive the summer whil ..read more

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. Are punk and goth the same? Are there any similarities? To dive into the differences and similarities between punk and goth, we first need to define ..read more

Gothic vs horror: who will come out on top in this battle of the ages?! With Halloween approaching, you’ve probably already started planning how you’re going to celebrate Samhain. So, the Attitude team thought it’d be a good idea to do a deep dive into the difference between goth and horror, what we love about them, and the works that inspired these legendary genres. What is gothic horror? Like the wider goth subculture, the gothic style of literature, film, music, and art focuses on the darker elements of life and death. While mainstream media often characterises gothic and horror as being in ..read more