I’d love to get dressed up like the dark gothic diva that I am 24/7! Who doesn’t want to turn heads as they stroll down the aisles of the grocery store in a custom black gown? Showing up to a family gathering? Running to get some gas? There are some difficulties that come with that.

1- The effort: Sometimes we just don’t have the time to get into our beautiful nightmare queen attire.
2- Convenience: A simple cute dress can be so much easier to throw on compared to an amazing tailored suit when planning a trip for a casual dinner with friends from time to time.
3- Would the public even be able to handle it?! I don’t think so! We need to give them some rest from their jaw dropping all the time. That’s why Bête Noire has a simple line!

I know, I know! When we think Bête Noire we think glamour. We think of gowns dripping in luxury and stunning statement pieces! But you probably didn’t know that there is a simple line from Bête noire as well! There are casual accessories that still shout “I am a gothic diva! I’m just a little more dressed down today.” Someone will take a look at the relaxed, yet cute gothic vibe and go, “Oh wait? Is that a coffin on your necklace? A tooth? A planchette?! I love that!!” Plus, some gothic babes don’t want to turn heads on the regular. Who am I kidding, they do! Just in a more subtle way. I’ve paired the Vieil Ami Memento Mori Necklace with two looks that are more on the casual side. I too enjoy a break from a statement piece from time to time. This is such a go-to necklace for when I still want to convey gothic HBIC, but I’m just a little more subdued today.

Do you prefer dressing up or down?

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