Go for some colorful swimwear from Sourpuss Clothing for pool and beach relaxation. Our Float swimwear editorial by Julia Rabkin showcases stylish and fun looks for summer.
Halloween Interview Series
Daphne aka La Sorgente Pagana of the Esoteric Boutique Sorgente helps us countdown to Halloween
This week leading up to Halloween, we interviewed several notable creatives to get in the spirit. The spooky path takes us first to Rome, Italy, where Daphne aka La Sorgente Pagana, a model and owner of the esoteric boutique Sorgente welcomes us to her esoteric lair.
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New Issue
The Fall 2021 Issue
The Fall 2021 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to subculture fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Panterah on the cover, The End of Melancholy, Komrads, Living Dead Girl, Schönwald, NU:N, Then Comes Silence, Simon Laveuve, Kali Rose Clothing, Lauren Franz-Maurer, Foxblood, Katakomb, reviews, and more.
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Interview
Ashbury Heights discusses new single “Cutscenes” and upcoming album Ghost House Sessions
The Swedish synthpop duo Ashbury Heights recently released their new single “Cutscenes”, where they join forces with Danny Blu. We discuss not only the said release or the cooperation with Danny, but also the band’s approach to music-making, video making, and the general evolution of musicians as artists.
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Interview
6XT7 on new music video “Pierce”
Shortly after our exclusive interview with the band, we had the great pleasure of reuniting with 6XT7, the LA-based goth trap metal band for the promotion of their new single and music video “Pierce”.
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Interview
Ronny Moorings of Clan of Xymox discusses new album Limbo
Limbo, the new newest album by goth, darkwave masters Clan of Xymox is one of their most pessimistic albums. Past pandemic months were not easy for anyone, no surprise then that the albums released during the time do not actually exude optimism. We asked Ronny Moorings, the frontman of the band, about this and his thoughts and emotions that are reflected on Limbo.
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Business Spotlight
Launching Mystical Twists a Macrame Craft Business during the Pandemic
With the major changes the pandemic has brought about, many creatives have switched gears, started new businesses, and developed new skills. Toronto, Canada based makeup artist Melissa Nicholl channeled her creativity into a new craft, macrame, and used her business skills to launch Mystical Twists.
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Artist Spotlight
Noxian Imperium: Juha Arvid Helminen’s Miniature Post-Apocalyptic Art
Auxiliary first interviewed artist Juha Arvid Helminen prior to the Summer 2020 Issue, when Covid was a new problem and no one had any idea how long it would be around or whether a vaccine was even possible. However, art and creativity persist, sometimes even thriving in isolation. Juha Arvid Helminen is still working, but on a different medium than we covered in the Summer 2020 Issue.
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Current
Interviews with 40 Years of Goth Style: Global Remake director and contributors
Recently director Liisa Ladouceur released a new 40 Years of Goth Style YouTube video, 40 Years of Goth Style: Global Remake. Liisa and four of the video’s featured models found time to trade messages with Auxiliary Magazine about the creation of this new video, some gatekeeping and obstacles encountered within subculture, and what brings them joy.
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Emerging
The Future is Dark and Moody with the Indonesian Teen Post-Punk of Camlann
Jakarta-based Camlann are creating a buzz for themselves as some of the youngest producers of contemporary post-punk. As seen in the Emerging feature of our Fall 2020 Issue, here’s a closer look at the band and their music.
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List
A List of Goth Fashion Blogs of Note
We’ve compiled a list of goth fashion blogs of note with the hope it can serve as a reference point, a place to find some new content to enjoy, a place to highlight those who are creating, and even a starting point for those looking to dig deeper into the scene.
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Channeling a softer vibe for spring doesn’t mean your look can’t stay dark and mysterious. Our Ballerina fashion editorial by Julia Rabkin combines nature inspired headpieces with flowy black gowns.
The duo of Lynh Haaga and Micheline Pitt bring a stunning La Femme En Noir winter collection with Winter Solstice. We took a closer look.
Micheline Pitt is killing it with both her brands this winter season. We take a look at the Winter Rouge collection by Vixen by Micheline Pitt.
The Swedish synthpop duo Ashbury Heights recently released their new single “Cutscenes”, where they join forces with Danny Blu. We discuss not only the said release or the cooperation with Danny, but also the band’s approach to music-making, video making, and the general evolution of musicians as artists.
Shortly after our exclusive interview with the band, we had the great pleasure of reuniting with 6XT7, the LA-based goth trap metal band for the promotion of their new single and music video “Pierce”.
Limbo, the new newest album by goth, darkwave masters Clan of Xymox is one of the darkest, most pessimistic albums of the formation. Past pandemic months were not easy for anyone, no surprise then that the albums released during the time do not actually exude optimism. We asked Ronny Moorings, the frontman of the band, about how he had been past few months and about his thoughts and emotions that are reflected on Limbo.
ACTORS are really speeding up as far as their musical efforts are concerned. With the release of two new singles, “Only Lonely” and “Strangers”, a new album Acts of Worship to be out in October, and a North American tour to kick off on September 9th they are as creative as busy. Set in fine sonic stylistics and old school aesthetics, they add a new, fresh vibe to what you know as post-punk. We talked with Jason Corbett, the band’s frontman, about the upcoming tour, new release, video making, and if they are planning to become real actors.
This week leading up to Halloween, we interviewed several notable creatives to get in the spirit. The spooky path takes us first to Rome, Italy, where Daphne aka La Sorgente Pagana, a model and owner of the esoteric boutique Sorgente welcomes us to her esoteric lair.
With the major changes the pandemic has brought about, many creatives have switched gears, started new businesses, and developed new skills. Toronto, Canada based makeup artist Melissa Nicholl channeled her creativity into a new craft, macrame, and used her business skills to launch Mystical Twists. We talked with her about the new endeavor and gained some insight into the new ways people are creating and living.
Our list of seven great Tarot decks to spark great conversation and divine outdoor adventures for you and your kin this spring.
Recently director Liisa Ladouceur released a new 40 Years of Goth Style YouTube video, 40 Years of Goth Style: Global Remake. Liisa and four of the video’s featured models found time to trade messages with Auxiliary Magazine about the creation of this new video, some gatekeeping and obstacles encountered within subculture, and what brings them joy.
Get some style, fashion, and beauty inspiration with our reoccurring Inspiration feature bringing you eye-catching photographs and looks. Just in time for a dark and moody Valentine’s Day here are two looks by visual artist, performer, and model Gaiapatra featuring the subculture owned beauty brand LashyDoodle.
For our Fall 2020 Issue editor Elizabeth Rhodes art directed a photoshoot with photographer Saryn Christina in Los Angeles for our beauty editorial “Shimmer”. Take a look behind the scenes with to see the inspiration behind this editorial and how it all came together.
In our Fall 2020 Issue we introduced a new beauty feature called Muses. Starting with Joan Jett, we pay tribute to some of our favorite creatives and share tips on how you can bring the essence of their inspiring spirit to your own beauty routine and look.
Take a look behind the scenes of our beauty editorial and Runway to Vanity feature photoshoot for our Spring 2020 Issue.
Auxiliary first interviewed artist Juha Arvid Helminen prior to the Summer 2020 Issue, when Covid was a new problem and no one had any idea how long it would be around or whether a vaccine was even possible. Skip ahead one year and here we are, with some parts of the world gradually opening back up or vaguely hopeful to do that soon, other places not even close, and many still cautious. However, art and creativity persist, sometimes even thriving in isolation. Juha Arvid Helminen is still working, but on a different medium than we covered in the Summer 2020 Issue.
Auxiliary reached out to Aconite founders Star St. Germain and Nadya Lev to discuss HoloVista, a gaming experience that flexes its storytelling and mixed reality strengths in equal measure.
One of the best ways to celebrate this Halloween in particular, is to kick back with some treats and bookishly good treats. Challenge yourself to indulge in as much spooky goodness as possible with our Halloween reading list.
We interview the creator and maintainer of the Rose Sinister Podcast about the history and future of this production, and how achieving great analytical depth of vampire media is a team effort.
The Fall 2021 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to subculture fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Panterah on the cover, The End of Melancholy, Komrads, Living Dead Girl, Schönwald, NU:N, Then Comes Silence, Simon Laveuve, Kali Rose Clothing, Lauren Franz-Maurer, Foxblood, Katakomb, reviews, and more.
The Summer 2021 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to subculture fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Gary Numan on the cover, Nona Limmen, Kelly Eden, Our Darling, Jessica Haze, AleXa, Aliice, Starkers Corsetry, Myles Sexton, Constantine Latting, Kuro, Reikon DeVore, fashion and beauty editorials, reviews, and more.
The Spring 2021 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to alternative fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Gaiapatra on the cover, Roshar, Black Angel, 6XT7, Vesmedinia, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, It Is Known, Alice Gift, Bedless Bones, The Secret French Postcards, Lip Service, Crisiswear, fashion and beauty editorials, reviews, and more.
The Winter 2020 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to alternative fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Heather Galipo aka CrowJane on the cover, Angela Benedict, Ulorin Vex, Art by Andi, Kaufen Apparel, Dynammo, Trap Girl, S Y Z Y G Y X, fashion and beauty editorials, reviews, and more.
