I’m sure if you’re reading this blog you’ve seen the new gowns that have dropped. Oh my GOTHIC GLAMOUR! Aren’t they to DIE FOR?? Seriously, I’m so obsessed with them! One of my favorite things about Bête Noire gowns is that they invoke different types of feelings when I look at them. They have their own aesthetic, vibe, and story to tell if you will. Today, I'm going to be talking about the ethereal vibes the new gowns are giving off! If you’ve got a deliciously dark wedding or formal event that fits one of these vibes perhaps this will help you out!
First up is the Beau Deuil Gown and WOW, what a strong start! The first word that comes to mind when I see this gown is OPULENCE. The person who wears this gown, oh my goodness. They own EVERYTHING! The Victorian manor that you love so much? They own it.The alluring smell of candles and fresh fall leaves? Their natural scent. The mausoleum housing the rich family in town? They’re on the guest list. This dress is layers upon layers of beauty. I also have a gown with the applique flowers on the bodice that trickle down into the skirt and let me tell you what, I feel like a freaking gothic disney princess when I’ve got it on. This dress is a statement piece that will make all the heads turn to whomever is walking down the aisle in this dress (or walking ANYWHERE).
Next up is the Bella Donna gown. This dress is so beautiful and I think an incredible gothic take on the more demure style bridal gown. The wrapped front feels elegant, timeless, and honestly a little edgy with that criss-cross feature over the chest. This is definitely a good choice for someone who is looking for something to have a bit more coverage over their chest, but at the same time feel very risque. It is not your traditional bridal gown (I mean apart from it being a beautiful black gown as well). I especially love the corset back that leads into a beautiful long train. It feels sweet, but also very regal. This dress demands to be worn while slowly strolling through a foggy cemetery, carrying a bouquet of dark red roses.
Let’s talk about the Rhiannon Gown. OH WOW. What a beautiful garment! What a vision!! I can’t think of a single goth turning down this dress. It checks all the boxes! Black lace. Dramatic witch sleeves. Off the shoulder. Corset bodice. Detachable train. Stevie Nicks meets Morticia Addams meets a beautiful victorian ghost. I'm envisioning someone walking around in this dress, hearing a beautiful harp in the distance, and the faint smell of roses around them at all times. If I were to have a second wedding, this is exactly what I’d want to wear! This dress also gives off a heavy glamorous widow attending her late husband's funeral vibe. Imagine fog draped around them, leaves crunching beneath their stilettos, a dramatic veil overtop a beautiful wide brimmed hat. Do you feel the drama I’ve painted? It’s there! Wedding vows say 'til death, and this dress seriously checks that box.
Finally, the Marley Gown is a show-stopping gown! This dress is sexy, elegant and gives you DRAMA. The corpse bride would wear this if she were on a mission to prove how bad of a bitch she became in the afterlife. This dress feels like it could be worn to a red carpet event! It serves a bit of 1920’s glamour meets rocker chick. I love this dress so much! If someone wanted to show just how hot goth girls get married and make all the heads turn, this dress is going to do it for you. It hugs the body, has a deep neckline, and it’s got that beautiful train that just trails behind. If you’re not slow clapping while looking at this dress, then damn. We are on different levels about this dress, because it’s got me slow clapping. It’s a serve.
So which one of these dresses would you want to wear on your big day? Personally, I couldn’t choose! I’m thinking multiple outfit changes are in order!
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