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Alt/Goth Adjacent Office Wear
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I like dressing with a nod to alternative/goth fashion at work 🦇 these items can be mixed and matched to make office wear more interesting!
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Blazers, Jackets, and Cardigans
 
Blouses/Tops
 
Dresses
 
Bottoms
 
Shoes & Accessories
 
Layering Items

Blazers, Jackets, and Cardigans

Over layers with alternative touches that add extra modesty if needed!
 
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Obsessed with a velvet blazer moment especially if that blazer has silver spiders to bring out your spooky side 🕷️
Spiro Foil Print Velour Blazer
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Classic cut faux leather jacket to elevate basic outfits!
ASOS DESIGN Leather Look Top Collar Jacket
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Add an alternative touch with a uniquely textured cardigan in beautiful olive green 🫒
ASOS DESIGN Flocked Shrunken Cardigan
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Simple longlines cardigan to add layers in classic black 🖤
Noisy May Lightweight Longline Cardigan
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Dressing modestly in the office can still show some edge with this funky cardigan featuring leopards 🐆
Say It To My Face Oversized Leopard Cardigan
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Blouses/Tops

From basics to fun sleeves these are great pieces to build goth-like outfits that are appropriate for work 🖤
 
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Basic black blouse that can be paired with more daring accessories and bottoms!
JDY V-Neck Blouse in Black
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A work appropriate blouse that adds a gothic flare with flowy sleeves and Lacey details 🥀
Miss Selfridge Trim detail Blouse
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A work appropriate blouse that adds alternative appeal with lace texture and bell sleeves!
River Island All-Over Lace Blouse
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Perfect to wear for more casual spring/summer days! With lace detail to add interest to a basic black t shirt 🖤
ASOS DESIGN Oversized Tee with Lace Insert
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Neutral but not boring! Pair with flared pants and platform clogs
ASOS DESIGN Corset Waist Tee with Pleat Detail
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Textured take on a basic black t shirt! Accessorize with chains and funky pants of a skirt ⛓️
ONLY boxy plisse t-shirt in black - part of a set
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An oversized t shirt for spring featuring a touch of weird with an eye like pattern 👁️
ARRANGE Curve woven textured oversized T-shirt in blue | ASOS
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Dresses

Dresses that are modest enough for work while also bringing unique cuts, patterns, and fabrics that hint at alternative style 🩻
 
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Black dress that isn’t basic! Pair with tights and doc martens 🥾
COLLUSION Sports trapeze Mini Dress
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A unique goth adjacent dress that isn’t black! Beautiful green velvet that works great for fall when paired with dark tights and boots!
ASOS DESIGN Velvet Volume Sleeve Mini Dress
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Channel your inner Wednesday Addams with this collared dress!
Miss Selfridge Velvet Collar Mini Dress
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This simple black shirt dress is the perfect base to add accessories like belts/harnesses, chunky boots, and bold jewelry 🐈‍⬛
JDY Mini Smock Dress
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Add an alternative touch with a harness and bold accessories 🐍
YAS Maxi Shirt Dress
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A fun black dress that can be paired with patterned leggings, flared pants, and any type of bold platform shoe!
Monki Oversized Twill Shirt Dress
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Pair with full coverage black tights or wear over funky flared pants and platform loafers.
Monki Oversized Twill Shirt Dress
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Summer Solstice Smocked Dress in Wild Whimsy
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Bottoms

The foundation to a perfect outfit! From basics to patterned styles these options mix and match well with tops and even short dresses!
 
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ASOS DESIGN Tall Satin Bias Maxi Skirt
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ASOS DESIGN Tailored Slim Straight Pants
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Comfortable for daily wear and simple enough to be styled casually with an oversized cardigan and combat boots or dressed up with a blazer and statement jewelry!
ASOS DESIGN Ponte Flare Pants
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Obviously these wouldn't be worn on their own! But these are great for wearing under a shirt dress with some platform sandals to add a unique flare to plain office wear.
ASOS DESIGN Fishnet Hotfix Flared Pants
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Pair with a solid color top and loafer or Doc Martens for a twist on basic trousers!
Checkmate High Waist Tapered Trousers
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A maxi skirt that adds a goth touch without being black 🕸️
Meadow Floral Serpent Print Midaxi Skirt
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Lean into more of a bohemian vibe with a flowy blouse or pair with combat boots and an oversized sweater for a fall look 🍁
Miss Selfridge Petite Maxi Skirt
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Thrift Shop Throwback Plaid Bias Midi Skirt
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Shoes & Accessories

Accessorizing is a must for adding your own personality to office wear! From studded belts to snake rings, elevate your outfits with these picks.
 
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ASOS DESIGN Waterproof Stainless Steel Wrap Around Ring
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Versatile chunky loafers for everyday wear!
Topshop Cherrie chunky loafers in black
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Platform loafers that can easily be dressed up or down.
Dr. Martens Penton quad loafers in black
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Versatile slight platform Chelseas that work great for fall and winter looks!
ASOS DESIGN Rowan chunky chelsea boots in black
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Platform sandals to bring a gothish vibe to spring/summer outfits.
Circus NY Alyson chunky platform sandals in black
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ASOS DESIGN Studded Waist and Hip Belt
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Cinch your waist or emphasize hips and add a touch of leather and studs to your outfits!
ASOS DESIGN Wide Studded Belt
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Add an industrial touch to any outfit ⛓️
Weekday chunky chain necklace in silver
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Reclaimed Vintage unisex ring with cutwork detail in silver
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Love this for a unique flair that doesn’t require multiple piercings!
En Route sterling silver wave molten ear cuff
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Layering rings is a must for alt accessorizing!
Reclaimed Vintage unisex 4 ring pack with faux emerald stone in silver
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Classic Doc Martens that can be styled with pants, skirts, and dresses!
1460 Bex Smooth Leather Lace Up Boots in Black | Dr. Martens
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Layering Items

Layers are the key to adding texture and interest with lace, leather, and metal to otherwise plain outfits 🗝️
 
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Pull&Bear Long Sleeve Lace Top
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Lean into the Halloween vibe by layering this under a basic top 🕸️
Venom Lace Bodysuit
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Dress up basic shirt dresses or shirt dresses with this harness featuring an ouroboros 🐍
Kaliya Snake Chain Harness
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Abercrombie & Fitch Lace High Neck Long Sleeve Top
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Motel Nalea Zip Through Chambray Corset
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