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For we goth girls, the future always seemed dark — but not in the way our black hearts were into.
We were constantly told by parents, teachers, and haters that our signature look was "a phase," and that one day we'd have to give up our all-black-everything uniform for a more conventional look.
But it doesn't have to be that way.
These 14 inspiring #ElderGoths are here to show you that dark-hearted style has NO age limit. Get ready to get stoked about getting older… spookily.
She's channeling Robert Smith — and slaying it.
Cheers to you, you pink-haired gothic goddess.
Bonus points: She's about the see The Cure in this picture!
Hair/life goals forever.
This gorgeous woman is embracing the green lip look, and we are HERE for it.
A total steampunk queen, living her best life.
Her bold makeup and fierce accessories are what literal goth dreams are made of.
When your blood red lips match your blood red hair.
*SWOON*
Young goths: TAKE. NOTES.
Pastel goth forever!
Proof that our eyeliner game just gets stronger with time.
This babe's fierce look is everything.
*In an earlier version of this article we misidentified someone, we have removed this photo and replaced with an updated version.
I literally want to grow up to be her.
GLASSES GOALS.
Fierce AF! I am vibing so hard on her angular eyeliner and sky-high hair.
Bangs, glasses, lips. Get your life, girl.
Which of these looks is your favorite? What style will you embrace as an Elder Goth Stateswoman?
Dark lips 'til I die.
