So what's the different between Gothic and Lolita?
Lolita is the common name for all the types that belong to this sub-culture. Gothic Lolita is the term widely spread but it is only a type.
Lolitas take inspiration for Victorian and Edwardian. They portray a child-like and almost doll like appearance. All Lolitas are elegant but maintaining this "cuteness."
The classic Lolita mainly takes it's look from the Victorian Porcelain dolls. It is all lakes up ruffled to the maximum. It is conservative yet the dresses are knee level. They always wear petty coats or bloomers.
This Classic Lolita look might look flighty and whimsical but it actually demure and sophisticated. Classic Lolita has this elegant bell shaped skirt and long socks. This silhouette is the pattern for all the Lolita types.
The Gothic Lolita is a darker take from the Classic Lolita. Tones and shades are darker. The colors are usually richer like Deep Red, Burgundy, Royal Blue and Purple. Black Dominates the scene. Gothic Lolita details are a little different. In the Classic Lolita, edges are soft, rounded and ruffled. Gothic Lolita has it's fair share of ruffles and lace but the edges and collars are pointed. They have a gloomy and almost haunting undertone. To achieve this, they usually put on heavy eye make up.
