Gothic Chic: Wednesday Addams

It’s official: ‘Wednesday’, Tim Burton’s series based on the iconic Wednesday Addams of the Addams family, has been renewed for a second season! The series, which achieved high viewing figures in a short time, became one of the most talked about productions on social media. Most notably, actress Jenna Ortega's looks from the show have everyone wondering how to get the perfect goth prep look!.

 

 

Wednesday's monochrome wardrobe, created by costume designer Colleen Atwood, features gothic details such as iconic black dresses and wide white collars, but has been given a modern, prep edge with pieces such as bomber jackets, sweaters, striped blazers and tulle dresses. It's obvious that Wednesday doesn't like colour on the show. Despite the lack of colour, Atwood managed to create a wardrobe far from monotony for Wednesday, thanks to her clever pairings with black and white tones throughout the series. The rebellious and outcast main character is wonderfully blended with gothic romance, giving room for a great wardrobe in the series. Let's take a closer look at Wednesday's clothing style!

 

Gothic Fashion

In the early 2000s, gothic fashion was making its way into the mainstream, with Alexander McQueen being the first world-famous designer to bring the gothic aesthetics to the runway. Fashion critics described the designer's ‘Birds, Hunger and Shining’ collection as "the return of Victorian drama". Almost all of the collections were filled with black lace, puffy skirts and ruffled blouses – all the makings of a perfect gothic look. When accessorising, semi-precious stones are the go-to. Cool-coloured topaz, black opal, agate, jade, and other black-and-white coloured stones are the perfect addition to any goth chic look.

 

 

Wednesday Addams:  Style In Focus

Unforgettable characters in the history of cinema and television always inspire the world of fashion – and Wednesday Addams is no exception. Inspired by the character in 2019, designer Miuccia Prada took inspiration from the daughter of the Addams’ family. Accompanied by the Addams Family's theme song, Prada’s 2019 autumn-winter fashion show featured models styled in Wednesday’s trademark plaits and that dark romance we all associate with her character. Tim Burton’s Wednesday Addams is no exception to this iconic inspiration, with Ortega’s character becoming a gothic style icon who is still being talked about all over social media.

 

You would assume Wedneday’s iconic outfits to be those worn outside Nevermore Academy. But, with her unique black and grey uniform averting from the blue and black school colours, Burton’s main character makes her fashion mark in every scene. Complementing her uniform with thick loafers in the series, Addams looks like she’s walking a fashion show, not the hallways of Nevermore.  This is to be expected however, when you realise Colleen Atwood chose pieces from the likes of Miu Miu, Prada and of course Alaïa providing THE dress from the scene we all love. Outside of school, Jenna Ortega’s character swaps the striped blazer and skirt for biker shorts, A-cut dresses, platform-soled sneakers and wide blouses.  Although the colour palette used by Wednesday remains largely the same, the combinations are accompanied by extra black and white striped pieces, check patterned jackets, vests and shirts.

 

 

Get the Wednesday Look

Defined as one of the best representations of the gothic style in recent times, Wednesday Addams is a character closely followed by goth and fashion enthusiasts alike, with her striking style. If you want to know how to get that goth chic look that’s been made so popular by the Netflix show, look no further…

 

• Tulle Clothes: You can’t mention Burton’s Wednesday Addams without mentioning tulle. If you want to replicate that dance scene we can’t get enough of, rent the Salih Balta black tulle dress and pair it with braided hair
• Striped T-Shirts: One of the first fashion items that comes to mind when Wednesday Addams is mentioned are striped pieces. Whether it’s a striped t-shirt or a striped blazer, add it to your wardrobe!
• Sweaters: Black and white sweaters, ribbed knit hoodies and tops designed with striped knits are the comfort pieces for gothic style. The Zimmerman black sweater is the perfect piece to add texture to your clothing and create a gothic-inspired style.

 

 

 

 

• Jackets: Inspired by Wednesday Addams, who is often seen in the series with his jackets, you can make more room in your style for bomber and leather jackets.
• Scarves: If you want to add movement to your style, opt for a scarf. A black chunky knit would be the best option for a more gothic look.
• Platform Shoes: When it comes to platform boots and moccasins, go for models with thick soles if you want to mimic Wednesday’s style. You can pair these boots with Gink Black Dress or leather outfits, and choose your deepest burgundy lipstick to be party ready

 

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