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Goth/alternative style work clothes

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ishouldprobablynot · 23/06/2025 22:08

Going back into an office based job after a few years off to raise young children. I could be described as having a bit of a goth style, I live in band tees, black denim, doc martens sandals, have a few pairs of leopard print items too which are quite bright for me! Basic stuff but quite grungy. I still want to feel comfortable at work and not too bright/out there!
Does anyone have any recommendations for more alternative style workwear? It’s a smart casual sort of place so I can get away with trainers or ballet pumps etc - but am after some good staple pieces. I prefer dresses and skirts to trousers if possible!

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TurquoiseDreamCatcher · 23/06/2025 22:10

I like the pinafores from jambats. They are smart but quirky at the same time.

beetr00 · 23/06/2025 22:12

Have you looked at Disturbia @ishouldprobablynot

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housemaus · 23/06/2025 22:13

Disturbia is always a good shout. I live in wide leg black trousers and then band tshirts/jumpers though and then it's my docs and accessories that make it feel more me at work - depends what your workplace is like though!

PiggieWig · 23/06/2025 22:15

My son’s girlfriend wears this style. Flat black Mary Jane shoes with frilly ankle socks seem to feature, slim pinstripe trousers, pinafores with polo necks and black tights. fitted blouses with sharp collars. Hair and makeup done.
She looks awesome 🖤

FNDandme · 23/06/2025 22:15

Another shout for disturbia

VerityUnreasonble · 23/06/2025 22:16

https://www.disturbia.co.uk/products/foxglove-midi-shirt-dress

Disturbia have a "work" section, some of which I absolutely would not wear to work but they do have some pretty dresses.

Religion have a few bits that would probably be ok.

Foxglove Midi Shirt Dress

Foxglove Midi Shirt Dress | Disturbia - Shop Women's Gothic, Alternative & Dark Romantic Fashion, Accessories & Homeware

https://www.disturbia.co.uk/products/foxglove-midi-shirt-dress

ishouldprobablynot · 23/06/2025 22:37

Ooh thank you ladies I’ve never heard of Disturbia before - definitely my vibe so will take a look!

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beetr00 · 23/06/2025 22:43

@ishouldprobablynot also posted this on another thread, just for ideas for you 🙂

VerityUnreasonble · 23/06/2025 22:56

I'd also have a browse of H&M (filter their dresses to black maybe). I've got a few nice gothy but not over the top bits from there and they have a few different brands on the website.

https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.1265571002.html

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