These eerie, gothic editorials feature exclusively serious expressions and dark edgy clothing. Photographed in despaired, somber dungeon-resembling atmospheres, there is no mistaking the mood these gothic editorials are trying to evoke. Through the use of structured avant guard clothing and shadowy backgrounds, these gothic editorials tell an emotionally heavy story.
Moody gothic editorials are heavily saturated with dark haired beauties. That's not to say that blond hair cannot be goth -- it totally can. There is, however, very little room for bright colored clothing in these gothic editorials. Towering high stilettos are a yes, but brightness of any kind is a definitely a no. Creepy shadows peer out at ominous angles from behind the towering models. Deep gothic emotion is felt with impact. Gothic editorials are almost always photographed outside, which allows for even more creepy atmospheric elements. Misty forests and decrepit alleyways allow for the romantic accessories and prominent makeup to stand out.
From haute vamp editorials to leather-centric collections, if you are interested in emulating mysteriously gothic style, take your cues from these gothic editorials.
74 Haute Gothic Editorials
From Modern Femme Fatale Fashion to Eerie Etherealism Editorials:
Jessica Marren — Jun 23, 2013 — Fashion

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Skeletal Caged Couture
Nika Danielska Designs Sharply Fierce Fashion Accessories

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Gothic Monarch Captures
Le Noir Partie 3 by Mert & Marcus for Vogue Paris is Dark
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Sorceress Schoolgirl Photoshoots
The Black Magazine Issue 17 Editorial Deals in the Dark Arts
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Grungy Princess Fashion
The Vogue Turkey 'Siyah Kugu' Editorial Stars a Gothic Melissa Stasiuk
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Dark Queen Photoshoots
The Lost Kingdom by Ekaterina Belinskaya is Cinematically Regal
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Clashing Couture Captures
The Hugues Laurent for Modern Weekly China is Playfully Transformative
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Gothic Opulence Editorials
The Vogue Italia Marie Vatch Feature Showcases a Dark Allure
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Regal Gothic Fashion
The Dress to Kill 'Black Celebration' Editorial is Glamorously Dark
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Eccentric Gothic Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Fine Frenzy' Stars a Chanel-Clad Ursula Kim
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Gothic Mermaid Editorials
The Plaza Kivinna July 2012 Cover Shoot Stars a Dark Liberty Ross
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Gothic Fashion Captures
The Black Soul Design Scene Exclusive is Darkly Demure
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Eerie Etherealism Editorials
The Wbrew Regulom Miasto Kobiet Fashion Story is Darkly Demure
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Gothically Elegant Lookbooks
The J Brand Fall 2012 Collection is Sheer and Shimmery
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Roguishly Dark Body Art
These Mischievous Paint Jobs are Twisted and Fun
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Gothic Sorceress Photoshoots
The Fashion Canada 'Dark Ages' Editorial Stars Model Bekah Jenkins
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Ethereal Elegant Editorials
Fashion Gone Rogue 'Dreaming of McQueen' Stars a Glamorous Corinna R
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Charmed Layered Jewelry
The Jennifer Fisher 2013 Spring Jewelry Collection Offers Glam Versatility
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Gothic Parisian Photoshoots
The Harper’s Bazaar Hong Kong 'The Dark Romance' Stars Iris Egbe
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Futuristically Gothic Photography
Emma Falkenstrom by Atif Abu-Samra is Gorgeously Regal
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Modern Femme Fatale Fashion
Joanna Muskala by Weronika Kazmierczak is Dark and Mysterious
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Urban Art Deco Advertorials
The Antonio Croce Fall/Winter 2012/2013 Campaign is Goth-Glam
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Busily Patterned Editorials
Avenue L 'Baroque Dark Fantasy' Stars a Gothic Morwenna Lytton Cobbold
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Glamorously Goth Portraits
The Dress to Kill 'The New Romantics' Editorial is Elegantly Dark
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Vintage Gothic Portrayals
The Grey Fairytale Dark Beauty Magazine Editorial Sets a Dramatic Mood
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Gothic Queen Pictorials
Keira Knightley is Captured for Harper's Bazaar UK September 2012
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Doll Head Bauble Editorials
Pericles Kondylatos Presents His Gothic Jewelry Design Collection
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Gothic Metallic Couture
The Stunning 'Sirens of Chrome' Collection Will Shock and Inspire
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Gothic Medieval Editorials
The Dark Knight Rises for the September 2012 Marie Claire is Fierce
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Hauntingly Ethereal Editorials
The Elele Magazine September 2012 Photoshoot is Darkly Dreamy
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Ethereal Gothic Beauty Editorials
The Vogue Japan 'The Scarlet Focus' Photoshoot is Darkly Dreamy
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Elegantly Punk Editorials
The 'Belles Rebelles' Shoot Showcases Sophisticated Punk Fashion Styles
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Cheery Goth-Inspired Editorials
This Awesome Vogue Paris Editorial is Cartoonish and Fun
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Monochromatic Sultry Captures
These Intense Monochrome Photos Emphasize Ghoul-Like Beauty
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DIY Dripping Mascara Lashes
KlairdeLys Teaches How to Create Black Tears Eyelashes
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Romantic Gothic Garments
The Augustin Teboul Winter 2012/13 Collection is Darkly Chic
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Gothic Bloom-Inspired Fashion
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Flower Soul' Editorial Stars a Dark Man Wang
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Gothic Fantasy Fashion
The Alice Auaa Spring 2013 Collection is Magically Theatrical
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Ominous Medusa Photography
The Sylwia Makris 2012 Photo Shoot is Dark and Dangerous
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Distressed Damsel Depictions
The Vogue Germany Delle de Noir Spread is a Dark Whimsical Feature
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Dark Vampiric Photoshoots
Bite Club by Milos is Glamorously Gothic
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Regal Goth Editorials
The Rika Magazine Issue 7 Photoshoot Stars an Edgy Jessica Stam
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Haute Wiccan-Inspired Editorials
The Horror Chic - Holy Beauty Photoshoot is Darkly Demure
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Sophisticatedly Grim Editorials
The Elle Japan June 2013 Shoot Features Model Chrystal Copland
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Gothic Neck-Accentuating Accessories
This Neck Corset by 'Decadent Designs' is Dark and Dramatic
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Gothic Sensibility Runways
The Hakaan Fall 2013 Ready-to-Wear Collection is Splashy
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Sophisticated Goth Portraits
The Vin Noir Design Scene Exclusive is Darkly Demure
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Despondent Goth Editorials
The Ben Waters and Flo Dron for Open Lab Magazine is Melancholic
25
Lace Face Tattoos
These Facial Accessories are Unique and Fashion-Forward
24
Monochromatic Moody Shoots
The Versace Fall 2012 Campaign is Dark and Grayscaled
23
Gothic Monochromatic Couture
The Gareth Pugh 2013 Fall Ready-to-Wear Collection is Eerie
22
Defiantly Feminine Editorials
Vogue Turkey's 'Punk Prenses' Editorial is Both Chic and Punk
21
Beautiful Contradictory Photography
Tung Walsh Photography Exposes Pretty Girls
20
Flayed Sculpture Figurines (UPDATE)
The Damien Hirst Anatomy of an Angel Piece is Now Collectible
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Textured Ebony Fashion
The Stylist Magazine 'The Woman in Black' Editorial Stars Joan Smalls
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Edgy Leather-Clad Goths
The Vogue Taiwan February 2013 Issue Capitalizes Demure Designs
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Romantic Goth Runways
The Chanel Spring Couture 2013 Collection Stuns With Lavish Design
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Gothic Hipster Fashion
The New JW Anderson Topshop Collection Launches in Canada
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Gothic Songstress Photoshoots
Vogue Australia July 2012 Features Delta Goodrem for the First Time
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Albino Asian Portraits
Soey Milk Depicts Subjects with Pale Skin & White Hair
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Faceless Gothic Portraits
The Nightingale Vulture Editorial Has an Eerie Appeal
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Haute Vintage Hotel Polaroids
Coco Rocha for Flare Germany September 2012 is Glam and Gorgeous
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Mysteriously Gothic Menswear
The Rick Owens Fall 2013 Menswear Line is Dark and Sleek
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Gothic Kaleidoscope Captures
The Rebel With a Cause Beauty Rebel Editorial Stars Daphne Guinness
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Dark Harajuku Girl Graphics
Anneli Olander Explores Dark Femininity in Her Gothic Lolita Art
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Couture Goth Captures
The Dissociative Design Scene Exclusive Showcases Luxe Labels
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Melancholic Model Photoshoots
This Andrew Akimov Series is Dark and Defined
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Cosmetic Corpse DIY Looks
The 'Gothic Vampire Makeup Tutorial' Instructs Viewers on Dark Beauty
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Gothic Makeup Tutorials
Flare's 'The Blackened Lip' Video Breaks Down a Dark, Current Look
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Shot Gun Photoshoots
The Bon Magazine 'Show Down' Editorial Stars Josephine Skriver
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Luminous Gothic Installations
'Ode a la Vie' by Moment Factory Illuminated Sagrada Familia
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Gothic Chic Fashions
The Coffin Clutch Purse Adds Some Dark Style to Any Outfit
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Vindictive Gothic Music Videos
The New Mika 'Popular Song' Video is Fearfully Fun
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