I've always been drawn to slightly gothic literary and film characters. Perhaps it's because they embody "the Other", representing those who diverge from the norm and those who don't always belong; I think we can all relate to that at some point or another. But what is really empowering about these characters is how comfortable they are in their own unique style and in their own weirdness. They're creepy and they're kooky... Mysterious and spooky... They're all together ooky... but they can really pull it off.
To celebrate Halloween, which is just a couple of days away, here's a roundup of our five favourite spooky style icons.
Lydia Deetz
Beetlejuice (1988)
Played by: Winona Ryder
Lydia Deetz is an angst-ridden and moody goth who loves poetry and photography, and has a passion for the supernatural. She's ignored by her parents because she is "strange and unusual", but that just so happens to be the reason why we love her so much! I mean... who doesn't love Winona Ryder circa 1990, when she was still dating Johnny Depp and before the shoplifting incident of 2001?
If you'd like to emulate Lydia's kooky style, be prepared to hack off your fringe so it sits well above your brows. You might also wish to stay inside for several months to achieve her trademark sickly pallor. Don't forget to grab the biggest hat you own, along with your favourite vintage camera.
If you'd like to emulate Lydia's kooky style, be prepared to hack off your fringe so it sits well above your brows. You might also wish to stay inside for several months to achieve her trademark sickly pallor. Don't forget to grab the biggest hat you own, along with your favourite vintage camera.
Sarah Sanderson
Hocus Pocus (1993)
Played by: Sarah Jessica Parker
Sarah Sanderson is one of the infamous Sanderson sisters, a trio of witches who use magic to lure children away in order to steal their youth and achieve immortality. Sarah has the ability to enchant children with her singing voice. She is also proof that Sarah Jessica Parker was pretty awesome even before the days of Sex and the City, which premiered five years after Hocus Pocus.
Sarah is all about the super blonde hair, dark eyeliner, and deep red lips. If you happen to have a corset, a purple cape, and a broomstick lying around, that's going to really help you to pull off her signature look.
Sarah is all about the super blonde hair, dark eyeliner, and deep red lips. If you happen to have a corset, a purple cape, and a broomstick lying around, that's going to really help you to pull off her signature look.
Sarah, Nancy, Bonnie and Rochelle
The Craft (1996)
Played by: Robin Tunney, Fairuza Balk, Neve Campbell and Rachel True
Sarah Bailey is a troubled new girl at St. Benedict's Academy with a grim past. She soon makes friends with a group of outcasts: Nancy, Bonnie, and Rochelle, who just so happen to be witches. Think Clueless, but with candles and chanting.
With the recent '90s revival, you'd actually be bang on trend if you copied the style of these gothic girls. Just pop on a tartan mini skirt, choker, and chunky boots, and you'll be ready to join the coven.
With the recent '90s revival, you'd actually be bang on trend if you copied the style of these gothic girls. Just pop on a tartan mini skirt, choker, and chunky boots, and you'll be ready to join the coven.
Misty Day
American Horror Story (2013-2014)
Played by: Lily Rabe
Misty Day is a lonesome witch who lives in the swamps of New Orleans. She has the unique ability to raise souls from the dead. In tune with nature, she severely punishes those who abuse and disrespect it. Misty is obsessed with Stevie Nicks, convinced that she is also a witch. She backs up these claims by gathering clues from the lyrics of Fleetwood Mac songs.
You're going to need lots of feathers, long necklaces, and fringed kimonos for this one. You might also want to try and wear your whole ring collection at once.
Wednesday Addams
The Addams Family (1991) / Addams Family Values (1993)
Played by: Christina Ricci
Last but not least... Wednesday Addams, my personal favourite. Wednesday is a pale, dark haired girl who seldom smiles, and is fascinated by death and massacre. Sounds delightful, right? Her name was taken from the well-known nursery rhyme line, "Wednesday's child is full of woe". She owns a large collection of headless dolls and has a deep admiration for her ancestor, Great Aunt Calpurnia Addams, who was burned at the stake for being a witch in 1706.
Wednesday is a big fan of the white collared black dress, which she owns several variations of (I wish I owned them all). And who can forget her signature pigtails? I would happily rock this look every day of the year.
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