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Tell someone that you like to dress in all-black, and they might suspect you're a Goth. However, while black is the staple of Goth fashion, it takes more than that to dress like a Goth. While fashion isn't what the Goth subculture is all about, the way you dress tells everyone else how you see yourself.

What is the purpose of dressing like a Goth? To express yourself. Black is a good place to start, but many Goths add varying shades of gray and even white to their outfits.

Goth styles can be downright colorful these days. We're starting to see rich tones such as dark red or royal blue, and even hot pink showing up in such outfits. Even so, it still usually comes down to black being the main color.

When you want to achieve a Goth style, accessorizing is very important. Lots of jewelry, and often piercings, are a hallmark of the style. Jewelry is silver or pewter, and usually chunky or dramatic.

Another important part of someone's identity is religious symbols, which are often worn as pendants. Patterned tights are not unusual, nor are gloves and sleeves (arm warmers). Working color into Goth fashion can be done with fishnet or striped tights.

If you're looking to dress in the Goth style, it's easy to find clothes that will work. Try starting at your local thrift store. This way, you find lots of stuff for cheap, and you'll be able to alter it to your tastes. You can dye it or add studs.

Of course, because there are more people than ever interested in Goth now, many stores cater to this and have lines of clothing available that will suit as well. By adding your own accessories and jewelry, your outfit can be unique.

This is only one way of thousands to dress in the Goth fashion. It's all about expressing who you are, and no two Goths will look exactly alike.