Teen Gothic

Dm me!:)

I might be going to a concert soon. It's not like a huge band so the members will probably hang out around the merch table like last time I saw them and I'd like to give them a little gift but I have no idea. Maybe some pins, patches? I will message the venue or the band before to make sure they can actually take gifts of course.

It think would be a cool idea to showcase the history of the goth subculture through accurate information and interesting and rare artifacts related to the subculture and genres in an enticing way. It would obviously be highly atmospheric and entertaining and easy to understand for the average person. Items can come archival collections, donations, band members, a good portion of support and money can be through through fundraisers/donations and certain percentage of the profits can go back to support different scenes, labels and artists. There could a restaurant and a concert space, a movie theatre, a thrift store etc.

I've been to rock'n'roll ones and punk ones in the past. I also think it can become a popular destination and a cool and entertaining place to visit while also dispelling myths and misinformation in an effective way.

I think it would be really cool. Anyone else on board with this idea?

I’ve been getting into goth music & goth fashion for a few years now, but I’ve yet to attend any goth events since the scene in my area is pretty small (and mostly inactive because of Covid). After doing research, I discovered that every other weekend these two bars down town (I live in the country) hold goth/industrial dances. I’m super excited to attend and meet people with similar interests, but I haven’t been able to find a lot of pictures or videos of the event.

Does anyone have any advice about what would be appropriate to wear? I’m a guy, and I plan on attending with a friend of mine who is also male. Most of the outfits I put together are extremely casual or super over the top so I’m a tad nervous that I’ll be under/over dressing. My style leans more to the trad side of things, and I’m worried that would make me stick out like a sore thumb. More importantly: is there any articles of clothing to avoid?

Thank you so much for reading, any advice is appreciated 🖤