In the spirit of Halloween, here is my collection of editorial photos of alluring and dark haute couture. Halloween in Milan is certainly distinct from Halloween in the East Village in NYC. Even so, I embrace this weekend’s fantastical theme in the fashion capital of the world and city I have grown to love.

Patrick Demarchelier Special Project with Ballerina Diana Vishneva for Vogue

Spine Corset by Alexander McQueen

Vintage Little Red Riding Hood

Photography by Michael David Adams

Spinal Stilettos – Skeletal Dsquared2 Fall 2010

Behind-the-Scenes at the Rodarte SS09 Fashion Show

Chanel Eye Liner with Feather Accents, Vogue UK

Photography by Pedro Reguera, Model Ema Busson and Stylist Kattaca

Dress Widows of Culloden, AW06 Alexander McQueen

Noose Tie – Designer Unknown – DYI

Couture Makeup Artistry – Source Unknown