Often regarded as an off-shoot of punk-rock, Goth Rock has created its own movement for those embracing the darkness within. Goth is strongly associated with the music of iconic bands (think Bauhaus) and bold fashion from leather and spikes to velvet Victoriana. For a culture that seems to emphasise a monochrome black, it remains rich and diverse, with a cult following characterised by the controversial popularity of the more recent Marylin Manson. Let us walk you through the best of Goth culture and its darker citadels in London.
Tainted Prince
Specialising more towards the Romantic Goth genre of vampires and aristocrats, evoking the roles of Christopher Lee and writings of Edgar Allen Poe, Tainted Prince has an enticing range of Regency inspired frock coats and ruff shirts as well as spiked leather jackets.
Founded in 2009, they aim to create high quality garments for regular wearing like a high street shop, but in their style that caters for fans of Victoriana, Steampunk, Goth and Punk alike.
Address:Unit 14/7 Stables Market, Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8AH
Phone: +4402072840850 Website:http://www.taintedprince.com/
SaiSai
While Goth originated in England, it has spread its tentacles worldwide. Different cultural influences have fused together to create a new wave in alternative line of clothing. If you want to experiment with Goth styles that come with a different touch, drop into SaiSai which offers a unique collection of Japanese inspired Gothic, Lolita and Punk clothing and accessories. A unique collection which sets them apart.
Address: Unit 36B, The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH Phone: 020 7482 2029
Nearest Tube: Chalk Farm Station Website: http://www.saisai.co.uk/
FairyGothMother
For Goth inspired wedding dresses and authentic steel boned corsets visit FairyGothMother. The store offers a wide selection of bridal and bridesmaid dresses as well as evening wear all inspired from the Goth culture. Their selection includes bridal wear in traditional white and ivory along with all possible alternate colours. Everyone needs a FairyGothMother
Address: 8A Grinstead Rd, London SE8 5AD Phone: 020 7377 0370
Nearest Tube: Bermondsey Website: http://www.fairygothmother.co.uk/
Burleska Corsets
Ever since the store opened a decade ago Burleska Corsets have been one of the favourite stores for alternative fashion in London. Known for offering the best of corsets, skirts and corset dresses their line of Burlesque and Gothic inspired fashion is wide ranging.
Address: The Stables,, 10B Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH
Phone: 020 7485 3120
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Website: http://www.burleska.co.uk/
Hearts and Roses, NW10
Not only does its name rhyme with the renowned hard rock band its line of clothing too inspires your style quotient. If you want to choose from a wide selection of vintage, Gothic or Rock inspired fashion wear, head to Hearts and Roses.
Address: London, 39 Minerva Rd, Park Royal Sub Post Office NW10 6HJ Phone: 020 8963 0502
Nearest Tube: Park Royal Website: http://www.handrlondon.com/
Darkside Camden
Darkside has been dressing the style setters of Goth and Punk since 1977. Collections including Raven and S.D.L. as well as Darksides own label. Looking for a t shirt or bib for a baby with “I love my dad and his tattoos,” head to Darkside.
Address: 245 Camden High St, London NW1 7BU
Phone: 020 7284 2174
Nearest Tube: Camden Town Website: http://www.darksideclothing.com/
Black Rose
Drawing from 25 years of the evolving London Goth scene, Black Rose spans a broad array of strong styles to suit alternative taste. World renowned, they offer a wide collection of Punk, Goth, Neo-Goth, Steampunk, and Alchemy Goth clothing. Dragstrip, their own label, designed by artist Vince Ray.
Address:, 15 Rivermead Rd, London N18 3QW
Phone: 020 8807 3096
Nearest Tube: Leytonstone Station Website: http://www.blackrose.co.uk/
Elizium Gothic Clothing and Accessories
Elizium designers Mia and Martha launched their label in 1996. Specialising in corsetry and alternative wear, they also have a collection of Goth clothing. Check out their household collection which includes soft furnishings, boxes, candlesticks and tealights.
Address: Unit 530 Stables Market Chalk farm road London NW1 8AH Phone: 020 8245 0798
Nearest Tube: Mornington Crescent Website: http://www.eliziumgothic.com/shop/
Alternative Bring and Buy Sale
A regular ‘Goth Carboot Sale’ held at the Dome, Tufnell Park. Check out their website http://alternativebringandbuy.co.uk/ or head to 178 Junction Road, Tufnel Park, N19 5QQ NearesTube: Tufnel Park
Heading out – the dark alternative
Slimelight @ Electrowerkz, Islington
Whether you like traditional Goth music or enjoy the electronic stuff, “Slimes” offers you the best of both. It has two dance floors one each for darkwave and traditional Goth music while the other hosts EBM, Electro, Aggrotech and Futurepop. The club has been going since 1987 and traces its origins to the 1980s when Goth music was taking baby steps in London.
Address: 7 Torrens St, London EC1V 1NQ Phone: 020 7837 6419
Nearest Tube: Angel Station Website: http://www.slimelight.com/
Reptile@Kolis Nightclub, Archway
This monthly goth night is the brainchild of DJs Vade Retro and Arcadia Noir. With deafening tracks of industrial, metal, 80s and post-punk. This is one of the few places in the country where you can expect to hear the likes of Rammstein and Rob Zombie within a more ‘normal’ nightclub setting of lasers and dry ice. Every Reptile night features a stunning performance with previous features ranging from snake dancers and fire eaters to live bands.
Address: 1 Archway Rd, Archway, N19 3T
Nearest tube: Archway
Website: www.facebook.com/REPTILE-14576986607/
Invocation Night @ The Minories
Invocation at the Minories is held on various nights throughout the year. Goth, post punk devotion and dark alternative dress code are mandatory.
Address: 64-73 Minories, London EC3N 1JL Phone: 020 7702 1658
Nearest Tube: Tower Hill Website: http://www.invocation-night.net/
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