Witches - Gothic Fashion Label Launch in L.A.

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. (No jokes about Hollywood bloodsuckers though).

Photos courtesy of Notcot.com

For the Kitchen of the High End Witch

Designer Tord Boontje, known for his funky laser-cut home decor pieces for Artecnica has created an exquisite collection of kitchen tools for the wicked chef. This art set / cooking utensils features carved sustainable wood pieces with sinister-looking shapes and names like "Spoonchela" "Spork" and "Dagger". Also part of this collection, are carved, elegant mini-cauldrons and Claw-like salad tossers. While the designer price tag of $770 is steep for those without a fortune spell in their arsenal, it goes to support the Design With Conscience project. This organization promotes humane and environmentally friendly production and employs skilled artistans of undeveloped countries into self-sustaining communities.