Leather and Knitwear

Crop Biker Jacket - $89

Trends indeed come and go, but anything, such as a long, light weight knitted dress, paired with leather is timeless and gives you that raw edge without going over the top. Black on black is always stylish, and I like to wear silver jewelry while wearing black from head to toe.

Get the Look:

Ellos Knit Dress in Dark Grey

BKE Linear Ring 

Note: this ring is adjustable with a stretch but inconspicuous band!

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View the latest women's fashion in dresses, footwear, accessories and ellos nightwear at Ellos UK online. Visit Ellos.co.uk and receive free delivery as well as the option to buy now and pay later on purchases.

Knitwear at Warm Pixie

Zebra Crop Jumper

This lightweight sweater is wearable even in the Summer, but does indeed provide warmth for Fall and would be perfect for layering in the Winter. The quality and construction is excellent, featuring a woven in zebra design, not just stitched or appliqued on. The size Large is big enough even if you wear an Extra Large top. I like wearing it over tank tops.

"Warm Pixie offers a boutique collection of kooky alternatives to high street brands with cute n’ kitsch designs and an eye for detail. The ultimate in casual cool, the knitwear collection combines a mix of fine gauge knit and 100% cotton. Adorned with animal, heart or fairground motifs Warm Pixie knitwear keeps things fun and flirty with figure hugging, cropped and ruffled styles."

"New for SS10 Warm Pixie introduces a range of body con jersey wear with delicate mesh paneling and frill shoulders to deliver the ultimate in sports luxe. The collection includes a selection of long and cap sleeved dresses, crop tops and bodies."

"Warm Pixie is designed by Vicky Shelser who trained as a fashion designer at the Royal College of Art before going on to design for Sportmax and several UK high street brands."

"The SS10 collection is available at www.warmpixie.com and in selected Topshop stores now. Prices start from £29."

Dressing Dark

Find this knitted dress by Alice + Olivia at She boutique.

You can add a colorful ring, or handbag for interest.

For a more understated look, omit the ripped tights,

and put on a pair of sleek, elegant, closed toed pumps.

Every lady wants to make a fashion statement. If you must dress "goth", shop here, or try to find designs similar to these, for a less expensive price. The great thing about wearing a lot of black is the fact that you can add any color to it. I love how knitwear is so popular and designed so beautifully now. You really cannot go wrong in adding a piece, such as this, to your wardrobe.

Cute Neck Accessories

feminine @ shopeileen.com

Super sweet necklaces with crochet details.

zigzag scarf @ shopeileen.com

Similar to a Missoni, but only $15!

Black Knit Boots and Wedges

Loeffler Randall - Wendy knit slouch booties at Intermix

Diba Hug sweater boots with cable knit detail at Zappos

Alice + Olivia sweater wedge boot at Payless

Kimchi Blue Sweater Cuff Wedge at Urban Outfitters

Dark and Sexy Knits at Mark Fast

Mark Fast's Fall 2009 collection showcased some almost unfinished dresses that are very interesting. I really like how they used nude heels with black dresses. It makes the idea of knitted dresses much more modern. Another unique technique used in this collection is knitting garments with velvet. NOTE: See the Mark Fast website link on the right side bar.

Hot Knits for the Men in Your Life

Here's a little something for those sexy men in your life, ladies :) Style them right with these hot knits. Now I know most men get really hot and sweaty when they wear stuff like this. That's is just fine. Just make them strip off their clothes for you. :)

Flippa K knitted bomber jacket

Vince shawl collar cardigan at Bergdorf Goodman

Knitted Outerwear by Diesel, On Sale at Revolve Clothing

Even though these pieces are from the Diesel, Spring 2009 collection, they are currently on sale. This "pullover" (in my opinion it is more of a long cardigan) is more classic in design, and only available in smaller sizes.

This unique jacket is available in olive or black. Oh my gosh, how I love Diesel. :) Find these stylish Diesel designs, and more at Revolve Clothing.

Handmade Gothic Gauntlets, Bracers, and Wrist Cuffs

Adorning the wrist is a very feminine act of expression. When you wear something handmade, and of this nature, you will be portraying the somewhat lost style, in my opinion, of romanticism. For those that want to dabble in exciting new accessories, or experiment with a different trend, these gauntlets and bracers would be a perfect first choice.

TotusMel "La Petite Goth - Bracer"

Pattern for Gauntlets of Regret by ShiriDesigns

Red Lady Corset Gauntlets by BendyBones

"Lisbeth's Bow" Red Cotton Wrist Cuffs with Black Bows, mysteriously found at Gloomth.

Would you be caught wearing something like this (dead or alive)?

Amazing Avante Garde Designs by Louise Black

Glamazon Ruffled and Striped Silk Carnival Scarf
Avant Garde Marionette Inspired Black Silk Party Dress with Double Ruffle Collar

Victorian Steampunk Anatomical Medical Skeleton Cameo Corset

Find these designs and more on the Louise Black Etsy shop.

High Fashion Lace

Prada Suits

Chanel Tights

Piazza Sempione Lace Dress

Glorious Neck pieces at Gloomth

"Unorthodox" Gothic Vampire Collar with Celtic Cross Charm

"Death's Kiss" Replica Victorian Reversible Mourning Lace Collarette with Broach

"Alter Ego Alice" Collection

This collar comes with the purchase of the dress featured here. Matching wrist cuffs are also included with this dress.

Red, Black and Grey

I've always loved how well monochromatic color schemes work. Here are some suggestions for red, black and grey knitwear, with a modern and futuristic edge. You can play with these pieces any way that you see fit. Use these as suggestions and find items within your budget, or be inspired to create an original hand made piece.

Knitwear designs are listed clockwise, from top:

Fendi black knitted jumper

Louise Goldin Lappet dress

Grey tights

Black tights

Louise Goldin Knit skirt

Striped netting bag

Marled open knit scarf

Non knitwear accessories:

Kova & T black latex leggings

Liberty heels by Nicholas Kirkwood

Stunning Embroidery - Alexander McQueen

This dress by Alexander McQueen is number ten on Vouge's Most Wanted list for this week. I fell in love with these angelic wings right away. Paired with modern sculpted heels, such as this Martinez Valero design, you are sure to make a bold, "forget-me-not" statement.