gothic lolita

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Gothic Lolita is one of the three main substyles of Lolita Fashion. It is primarily influenced by Victorian gothic aesthetics. The styles it most commonly overlaps with are Ero Lolita, Guro Lolita, and Kuro Lolita.

Common elements
Bell-shaped or "a-line" silhouette
Crosses and religious imagery
Gothic motifs such as bats, skulls, coffins, chandeliers, red roses, and castles
Darker color palettes consisting of black, white, navy/royal blue, red, and purple
Dark makeup
Hair bows, headdresses
Handbags, wallets, and purses
Black/dark tights, stockings or knee highs
Lace trim
Jewelry with gems, often silver jewelry
Lace chokers
Rosary
Frilly gloves
Mary janes, boots, platform shoes, high heels