Whenever you want to present yourself well for networking or some other similar purpose, a suit is your best bet
Melanies printed swimsuit feels just as put-together as any outfit in the villa, especially once you add a cowboy hat and a few great accessories
A simple maxi dress like this one is filled with possibilities because you can add any jacket or shoes, a belt or a hat and it will look different every time
Dark lip deep red, burgundy, plum, or near-black is the signature gothic prom move Smoky eye charcoal or black eyeshadow, blended and defined Pale or matte base a foundation slightly lighter than your natural tone adds to the aesthetic Do not combine a dark lip AND a heavy smoky eye pick one as the focal point Skin finish: matte or satin finish, never glittery Hair Sleek, straight styles low ponytail, poker straight, or dramatic part Soft updo with loose pieces romantic and gothic without being too severe Deep, rich hair color if your hair is dark naturally, let it work for you Avoid overtly sweet or princess-style curls they conflict with the gothic mood Shoes and Bag Black heeled sandals or ankle-strap heels in matte or satin finish Block heels are practical and period-appropriate for the dark-romance aesthetic Small structured clutch in black, deep burgundy, or matte silver Avoid rhinestone-covered bags with a heavily detailed dark dress Gothic Prom Looks by Body Type Petite Frames A full gothic ball gown can overwhelm a smaller frame
Beyond the heeled flip flop emerging as a frontrunner for shoe of the summer block heeled silhouette, multi-strap designs and mule styles are all proving popular
As we enter the holiday season, lets have a little refresher on how to elevate our basic winter style, shall we
