For footwear that commands attention, look no further than the sky-high silhouette of Pleaser Shoes. Known for meticulous attention to detail and a vast choice of designs, Pleaser Shoes are adored by celebrities, dancers, performers and alternative enthusiasts alike. If you’re unfamiliar with this truly iconic name, fear not. Today, we are answering all your questions about Pleaser Shoes and taking a deep dive into its history and cultural influence.  Contents What are Pleaser Shoes? What is the history of Pleaser Shoes? Are Pleaser Shoes comfortable? How to walk in Pleaser Shoes How do I ..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

As much as we would love to spend our days reading, watching horror films, drinking coffee and listening to music, this wretched world means we must go to work.  Depending on where you work, you might find yourself confined to a uniform or a dress code, meaning your regular goth get-up might not fly in the office.  Fortunately, help is at hand. The question “can you be goth at work?” is answered with yes! You might just need to be a little clever about it.  What is a corporate goth? The corporate goth is anyone who loves alternative fashion and lifestyle but has to alter their ..read more

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.  Table of contents About romantic goth How to dress romantic goth Romantic goth clothing Romantic goth makeup About romantic goth A ..read more

Gothic fashion and culture are hard to narrow down. With so many branches and movements within this varied subculture, it seems like everyone has a unique take on what they consider gothic fashion. However, the million-pound question that everyone wants to know the answer to is: where did gothic fashion start? First, to understand the roots of gothic fashion, we have to analyse where gothic fashion came from by examining the influences which created it. So let’s dive into all the things we love about gothic fashion, the beautiful, dark, and different origins, by exploring its cultural and soci ..read more

While most folks would assume that World Goth Day would be right in the middle of spooky season later in the year, it’s actually much earlier in the calendar than you might think! We’re here to give you the lowdown on everything to do with World Goth Day so you can celebrate in style… What Is World Goth Day? World Goth Day is one of the most important dates in our calendars! If you’re wondering what it is, well it’s pretty self-explanatory – it’s a day when fans of all things gothic, from music to fashion and more, come together to celebrate the goth scene as a whole and make themselves kno ..read more

Biker fashion has an unmistakable connection to the alternative scene. From the rebellious spirit of the biker lifestyle to the inspiration from biker gear that’s seeped into alternative fashion staples, biker fashion is forever intertwined with punk and rock style. But where did biker fashion come from? Which alternative symbols came from biker culture? How do you get the biker look for your wardrobe? We’ll answer all these questions and more in our ultimate biker fashion guide! The History of Biker Fashion A Gentleman’s Activity Biker fashion was quite a dapper look when it started out. Thi ..read more

Contents:  Health goth subculture and aesthetic Health goth fashion & accessories Health goth workouts and lifestyle 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.  From clothing and makeup to accessories, health goth is about making you feel good inside and out, so we can all benefit from incorporating a bit of it into our daily lives. So following on from our ‘What is Health Goth ..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