The new hit show on Netflix is not only taking over our tv screens, but our wardrobes too. The sensation, Wednesday, which has surpassed Stranger Things 4 as the most watched English language series within one week of release, is trending across multiple industries. Along with entertainment, the fashion world is beginning to see the effects of the Tim Burton series.
In the show, fashion is put to the foreground as Wednesday rejects the standardised boarding school uniform and continues to wear her signature colour- black. AW 22 and SS 23 runways have given us a sneak peak of what Wednesday’s fashion choices could mean for the upcoming fashion landscape. From runway to red carpet, we are going to break down the trends within the re-emerging gothic takeover.
Black Lace
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If you commonly dip in and out of gothic styles you will know black lace is a major indication of the subculture. Versace has taken this trend very seriously for their SS 23 collection. Featuring a majority of full black fits, the collection embraces black lace detailing on waistbands, sleeves and stockings.
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Nensi Dojaka are including black lace within their RTW SS 23 and we think they embody the gothic trend very elegantly as their classic cut-out styled gowns lend themselves to this trend effortlessly.
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Dilara Findikoglu are also incorporating black lace within their SS 23 collection and adopting the layering technique. Just like Wednesday at school, we have herself to thank for the black lace trend entering our Spring fashion as this would usually be considered an unusual and unconventional pairing. However, we are going to fully embrace the Addam’s inspired fashion coming our way.
Ruffles and Sheer
We are looking straight to Wednesday for ruffles and black sheer inspiration, which she brings to the mainstage at her prom night. These styles are synonymous with gothic fashion and we are so glad costume designer, Colleen Atwood, incorporated the styles into the show. The prom dress features Wednesday’s iconic collar neckline and a dramatic black, tulle ruffled skirt which encompasses the character. Most of the dress is sheer which strengthens its goth style roots.
Elie Saab’s AW 22/23 collection showcases gowns with rows of miniature ruffles as well as lace detailing. The designer has also featured collars, neck-ties and chokers within the collection which are signature styles of Wednesday.
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Sheer continues to dominate red carpet looks and are heavily featured in collections such as Nensi Dojaka SS 23 and Dilara Findikoglu SS 23.
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Bridal Veil
The Wednesday actress herself, Jenna Ortega, wore a stunning Versace gothic bridal number to the premier of the show. Versace’s SS 23 collection is embracing the drop-dead-gorgeous wedding look with multiple veiled outfits. Veils have also been spotted on celebrities such as Mia Goth (rather fitting name), who gave us a black laced widow look at the premier of Pearl.
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Morticia
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The fashion of Morticia Addams is notably iconic and we could simply not miss mentioning her influence on fashion. She has definitely not been overlooked when it comes to designers such as Elie Saab as half the collection looks as if it is straight out of Morticia’s wardrobe. The styles are dark and elegant, devilish and glamorous.
SS 23 will see Morticia’s iconic silhouette influencing gowns as has so far has begun this season. Dark velvets, mermaid silhouettes and trains will be pushed to the forefront of fashion. Harris Reed’s exaggerated silhouettes are a key trend for Addam’s inspired fashion. Flared, bell and trumpet sleeves will trickle down into mainstream fashion as a nod to her signature look.
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Corsetry
Corsetry works amazingly to create the romantic goth ensemble. Inspired by the era of romance, 1800-1850, the aesthetic is an intoxicatingly stylish branch of the subculture. Commonly associated with creating sex appeal, the aesthetic screams Morticia Addams as she places emphasis on beauty and glamour. Silhouettes were an important aspect of fashion within the romantic era which emphasized bust and tight bodice fits, aka, may we present the corset.
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Dilara Findikoglu is all over the gothic corset trend. Trending in other areas of fashion already, the corset is reimagined in dark and romantic forms. The corsets making their way into SS 23 fashion are strong pieces of construction. Predominantly dark coloured and created in strong fabrics such as denim or romanticized in satins and silks. Paloma Elsesser attended the Fashion Awards 2022 in a gorgeous romantic goth inspired Dilara Findikoglu corsetted gown.
I’m sure you have noticed by now how many of these trends intertwine with each other to create the modern goth aesthetic. Starting off with predominantly blacks and dark colours, materials of tulle, lace and velvet, and Morticia Addam inspired silhouettes are all center stage for the upcoming goth trend. No time is better than the present to dust off your velvet garments and turn on your peculiar demeanor
Words By: Erin Wilson
Graphics By: Mia Washbrook
