Pastel Goth (not to be confused with Gurokawa or Nu-Goth) is a fashion that first emerged from groups on VK.com and later spread to Tumblr in the early 2010. It is a result of mixing goth or grunge with the sweet pastel elements of the kawaii aesthetic, but also a touch of bohemian chic. It also spread in popularity in Japan for a brief period thanks to the DJ Juria Nakagawa, whose style has always been highly influenced by what is popular on Tumblr.
Note: This is not considered a part of the OG Goth/Batcave scene in any way.
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Visuals
- Pastel skies and galaxies
- Gradient filters
- Inverted crosses
- Kawaii offensive text
- Mean Girls quotes
- Dripping things (like dripping fonts, dripping leggings, and others)
- Eyeball bows
- Skeletons and bones
- Bats
- The yin yang symbol
- Crystals
- Edits of Disney characters wearing the fashion
Fashion
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Pastel Goth Makeup
Pastel Goth clothing and accessories are often handmade and sold by indie brands, emphasizing individuality and creativity.
- Pastel or dip-dye hair
- Flower crowns
- Studded hairbands
- Round sunglasses
- Unusual color lipstick
- Chunky cross necklaces
- Peter pan collars
- Dyed denim vests
- Oversize sweaters or tees
- Leather garters
- Tattoo print tights
- Lace ankle socks
- Creepers (the shoes)
- Platform boots
Music
Many pastel goths listen to Melanie Martinez and other artists with a babyish theme.
- The pastel character of the story {A simple playlist} Spotify playlist by Alex Wheeler
- Pastel goth (lavender theme) spotify playlist by miraya ☁️
- Pastel goth radio Spotify playlist by 💖🌸Kitty🧚♀️✨👛
- 💀💖Pastel Goth💖💀 Spotify playlist by Kylie Underwood
- My Vibes 🌸⚡️🖤 Spotify playlist by yasemin.ozut
- Pastel goth Spotify playlist by Ghosty
- Pastel Goth Spotify playlist by Demi Gray
- Pastel Goth † Spotify playlist by imkimbog
- Pastel Goth Feels Spotify playlist by Larissa Weathers
- The Birthday Massacre (Band) on Bandcamp
Resources
Vendors
- Devilish
- Hello Cavities
- Holley Tea Time
- In Control Clothing
- Kreepsville666
- Monomania
- NewBreedGirl
- ListenFlavor
- MerbunnyBaby
- Daymare
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