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One Halloween Outfit, Endless Possibilities Halloween is the season for drama, lace, and a little bit of dark romance. But unlike fast-fashion costumes that fall apart after one night, this look from Venus & Mars Clothing is made up of timeless handmade pieces you’ll want to wear again and again. The outfit features: Lace Peasant Dress – soft, flowy, and gothic-chic. Waist Belt – a structured cinch that adds instant shape and flair. Corset Choker (50% off!) – edgy, dramatic, and the ultimate finishing touch. Together, these pieces create a Halloween look that’s as versatile as it is stylish. Costume...

The Halloween Outfit You’ll Actually Wear Again Halloween is the one night of the year where nobody bats an eye if you roll up in head-to-toe drama. But here’s the secret: you don’t need to settle for a one-and-done costume that’ll never leave your closet again. With the right pieces, you can build a look that’s Halloween-worthy and wearable all year long. Take this outfit, for example: Silver Festival Shirt – Shiny, bold, and unapologetically extra. On Halloween night, it’s giving futuristic cyborg, glam rocker, or intergalactic space pirate. The rest of the year? Pair it with black jeans or...

Halloween is the season for drama — billowy sleeves, rich velvet, and a touch of mystery. But why stop there? At Venus & Mars Clothing, we believe your spooky-season look should also be your year-round style magic. ✨ Here’s how to build a Halloween outfit that keeps giving: 🕯️ The Poet Shirt Halloween: Gothic vampire 🧛, spell-casting witch 🔮, or swashbuckling pirate 🏴☠️. Everyday: Pair with jeans, skirts, or layer under a vest for that romantic edge. 🖤 The Corset Waist Belt Halloween: Instantly costume-worthy, cinching your silhouette with drama. Everyday: Throw it over a dress, tunic, or even a tee....

Since 1993, Venus & Mars Clothing has been keeping Vancouver weird—one handmade corset, velvet mini skirt, and steampunk coat at a time. What started as a tiny goth and Victorian-inspired clothing line has exploded into three decades of alternative fashion magic. We’re still proudly independent, still making everything by hand in Vancouver, and still serving up looks that say, “Yes, I came to slay.” Born From Goth, Raised by Subculture Back in the early ’90s, Venus & Mars was the place to go if you wanted to look like you’d stepped straight out of a Gothic novel or Victorian séance. But...

It's sale season! Venus & Mars is having a massive clearance event with discounts up to 80% off skirts, tights, tops, dresses, corsets, coats, and much more. For your inspiration and my entertainment, please enjoy a description of a few of my favourite sale items and how I would wear them: