Journal Article

GOTHIC PERIOD: REFLECTIONS ON FASHION

Kaya, Özlem, Cuciuc Romanescu, Laura Sînziana

2023

Overview

The historical, cultural and political structure of each period also shapes the style of works of art. Works belonging to disciplines such as fashion, painting, sculpture and architecture are produced under the influence of the period. In this context, the Gothic style, which paved the way for the Renaissance in art history, influenced societies and shaped many areas from architecture to clothing. Gothic can be defined as a cultural and artistic phenomenon that affects a wide spectrum from architecture to literature, from youth culture to music and even to the big screen. Today, as a style that affects many designers and artists, Gothic art has also been a source of inspiration for many fashion designers and fashion brands. There seems to be a resurgence in fashion today in a fascination for all things Gothic throughout the fashion landscape. In this context, many new permutations and hybrid designs have emerged, from haute couture to street style. This study revealed that aspects of the Gothic style, from its origins in the early 18th century, reflect its continuing flexibility and adaptability throughout history and contemporary society. Over the next centuries, these adaptations reinforced the essence of Gothic, but at the same time remained true to their origins. By examining street style, haute couture, traditional Gothic style themes and new representations of Gothic influences in contemporary fashion, this study explores how the emergence of Gothic themes has shaped and inspired fashion creators and designers in contemporary society.

• Publisher: Ovidius University Press,Centrul de Studii Eurasiatice/Eurasian Studies Center (CSEA)
• Subject: 18th Century / Architecture / Cultural history / Culture / Design / Fashion designers / Gothic period / Haute couture / History of Art / Romanesque