Prom Dresses Gothic Style = Victorian Elegance?

Be ORIGINAL but still show your style. A Gothic Prom Dress can make quite a statement. Before you discount the idea totally... think about what "GOTHIC" really means! photographs from the beautiful FairyGothMother collection The term gothic refers to that artistic style of the 19th century which was anti-classical and filled with a sense of the dark and the supernatural. Today these elements exist, whether in a 2006 goth prom dress or one of the goth plus-size dresses (a great statement for the less svelt girl!). SEARCH Fairy Gothmother, Kambriel & Starkers below for some of the most stunning designs that will make you the talk of the prom!!! Web Fairygothmother Kambriel Starkers More photographs from the beautiful FairyGothMother collection The elegant, historically-inspired style, often involving chiffon petticoats, antique lace, intricate brocades, and corsetry is another prominent style of gothic fashion. This is sometimes known as "romantic goth" or "romantigoth" . Most variants of gothic fashion incorporate some facet of this classic style. Gothic Prom Dresses are not all in black---although that is a favorite color. They can also be in rich colors such as red, purple, and even pink. Popular goth prom looks include the use of tight corsets and satin and lace, along with gothic jewelry, to accentuate that medieval look.