Goth Subculture

Anyone can dress up in dark romantic finery for special occasions. While there is nothing wrong with the weekend warriors, how many of you have the passion to make your home a Gothic haven as well? Unfortunately, Gothic interior design often runs the gamut from cheap, tacky vampire clichés to very expensive custom creations that are out of reach of most people. How does a lady or gentleman of taste manage to bring such seductive style to their home in a practical and accessible way? Not everyone can afford the gorgeous purple velvet coffin couch from indie designer Erickson at $3500 . However, most ... Read Full Story

From celebrity playground, the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, designers Lauren Alexander and Gabby Applegate launched a gorgeous collection for the modern sorceress, "Witches". The collection, as described by the designers is a "modern take on Goth, Grunge, and Victorian dressing. The entire line is comprised of black lace, velvet, silk, and spandex". The collection launch event (on a Friday, the 13th) was a dramatic presentation in Gothic opulence. Ravens, etched mirrors, black ribbons and vintage morbid postcards adorned elegant antique set pieces. The pieces are generally priced at an accessible $200-$400 for such sophisticated offerings and will be available for purchase Fall 2009. ... Read Full Story

The second Sunday of every month, the OBJECTify group hosts a decadent party for "Intelligent Technophiles and Discerning Fetishists". The downtown NYC gathering is a venue for guests to dress exquisitely and be treated to music and magical performances, tarot card readings, Victorian portraits and fashion presentations. If you have something to offer to the evening, great! They are happy to take volunteers and participation. The Delancey 168 Delancey (Clinton & Attorney) Doors at 9pm - PartYcipate til 4am 2-4-1 Drinks from 9 til 10 $3 PBR All Night $20 for the Uninformed, $10 for The Fabulous FREE for Artists who bring 2D/3D art, ... Read Full Story

Last Thursday, the most fashionable venue in Germany was the Berlin 5 subway line. The underground fashion show displayed the creations of punk, Goth and fetish designers like X-Tra-X , Alex in Wunderland , Savage Wear , Pinup Couture and Models As Rockstars. The mobile catwalk was a showcase for the designers who came from Europe and North America and lasted through the 45 minute metro ride. Photos from Reuters/AP Read Full Story

Looking for exquisite hand-made Gothic gifts and treats for yourself? The Royal Sarcophagus Society and the Sarcophagus store offer beautiful crafts, clothing, artwork, toys and other beautiful oddities by stylish artists like Christine Stait-Gardner , Magda Trzaski and David Keyes. Their group has a goal of liberating art and "setting it free from the shackles of mass produced, predictable, modern day, dim-witted, dunder-headed profit orientated sameness." The quality is impeccable and the prices are very reasonable for such elegant items. Support the art, support your own dark tastes, support someone's need for a great day in receiving such a nice gift... Read Full Story