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Could we ever imagine that designers would receive their inspiration for their spring collections from scary skeletons? Human bones and musculature were a main theme on Rodarte’s airy frocks, Christian Lacroix’s necklaces and Ohne Titel’s clothing.
When we saw the leather pants and leggings at the Givenchy, Balmain, and Alexander McQueen shows, it became clear that Eighties Goth is back. Well, actually it may have never left the scene with Kate Moss and Agyness Deyn styling up in them from time to time, but now Goth wear is in full stylish flavor.
Black lips, reminiscent of the dark 90s, emerged at the YSL, Giles, and Luella Fall/Winter ‘09 fashion shows. Black lipstick showcases the magic power of decadent Goth aesthetics, along with the potential to be elegant and sophisticated, when applied correctly.
