Accessories Are In For 2025!

Add a gothic handbag to your outfits to finish off your look. We have a range of handbags in varying sizes, from a smaller clutch-sized bag perfect for a night out to a larger bag that is ideal for your day-to-day life. In the winter and spring, we all appreciate a bigger handbag so we can slip a brolly or extra layer inside. These top-quality handbags all have unique, alternative designs that will add to your outfit.

On the Spring/Summer '25 runways, we’ve seen an increase in a bigger, more practical bag. Although the small clutch has its place, firmly cemented as the best evening bag, in more casual outfits where day-to-day errands are being run or short trips are being taken, we see the big, slouchy bag taking over. If you want to take on this trend with an alternative twist, consider our larger handbags such as our Banned Gothic Bat Handbag or the black and white Banned Annabelle Handbag. 

These gothic bags could easily fit a small umbrella or would work perfectly as an overnight bag.

We also have an extensive range of alternative purses, wallets and distinctive wallet chains, so you can personalise your purse and ensure it will remain with the rest of your belongings.

Our stainless steel wallet chains in silver and black have a range of designs, from chunky double chains, and chain links with skull or barbed wire designs to uniquely shaped clips such as handcuffs. We’ve seen a rise in people using chains and charms to personalise their bags and accessories, and we love this trend at Blue Banana! Individualise your style even more with some unique keychains and charms attached to your bag or belt.

Check out the witchy range of Nemesis Now purses for a cute alternative purse with adorable designs and intricate clasps. Make your entire outfit, including your purse, a cohesive fit. If you want to express your interests through your clothing and accessories, we also have band merch wallets such as our Official AC/DC Wallet & Chain (Black). Make every element of your wardrobe impactful with cool and unusual alternative designs from Blue Banana that will make sure you stand out in a crowd. 

Belts are the perfect way to add an extra feature to your outfit without having to add a whole new layer of clothing. Our wide belts are great for adding some extra shape to dresses or flowy tops, emphasising both the waistline line and the eye-catching movement of the loose fabric. 

We saw a lot of designers stacking belts on the most recent runways; try out this look for yourself with our Blue Banana Rivets & Holes Belt (Black) and the Blue Banana Large Skull & Dagger Belt. These belts complement each other with their black and silver designs but also provide contrast through their differing styles, the latter more gothic compared to the punk attributes of the grommeted belt. These belts, stunning on their own, could add a fun and intriguing element to your outfit.

We also saw many belts being paired with skirts and dresses - cap a long midi skirt with a unique belt (or two) to make your outfit stand out. Our embellished belts, such as the Witch Belt available in black or white, are the perfect way to add a punk aspect to your fit.

Fashion harnesses are also popular in the alternative clothing community, and we have a wide selection available. Ranging from pleather to metal chains or fabric material, these unique harnesses often feature occult or gothic symbolism like the Poizen Industries Pentagram Harness (Black). These versatile accessories can change up the appearance of any outfit, perfect for adding a touch of punk or goth. 

Complete your outfit by adding a touch of delicate darkness through your alternative jewellery. Stack rings upon your fingers for a maximalist gothic look, or pick out a select few that are your favourites to show off the most of each design. Load up your ears with complementary earrings to create a fantastic and glittering look like this Blue Banana client here. 

These earring stacks can be perfectly tailored to suit your tastes, becoming the best and most constant accessory you have. 

These beautiful collections of piercings take time to build, making them all the more meaningful and personal. Get pierced by our trained professionals, and select your choice of jewellery from our fantastic and stand-out collection.

Pair one of the Blue Banana chokers with a gorgeous pendant from Alchemy Gothic to create an exclusive gothic look. Or, wear one with a colour such as the Blue Banana Dragon Chain Choker (Red) to highlight other reds in your outfit, to contrast with other colours, or to stand out brightly amongst an all-black outfit. 

Our mix of gothic necklaces and unique earring designs ensure that you’ll be developing your individual style with each addition to your collection. 

Change the game by adding to your collection of accessories this year. Let us know if this blog inspires you to try out anything mentioned, such as stacking your belts or switching up the jewellery you wear, over on our socials @bluebananauk. If you’re looking for other new styling inspiration or techniques this year, then check our last two style breakdown blogs, and keep an eye out for more blogs coming in the future!