Vampy Holiday Gift Guide
Written by Gabrielle Faust
Now that Halloween has passed, leaving all of the little vampire boys and girls more dark and gloomy than before, it is time, to start thinking about what delectably evil little gifts you can place in their stockings and under their trees to lift their spirits once again. Sometimes it can be a bit challenging to find that perfect gift for your favorite vampire. Thus, I have put together a list of a few items I believe you will find makes you rub your hands together evilly and grin. These particular items are from Lestat’s Dark Gift Shop, Boutique du Vampyre, After Dark Jewelry and Vampire Wear. All of the below products, plus many more, can be found on the listed store websites. Enjoy!
Lestat’s Dark Gift Shop:
http://www.lestatsdarkgiftshop.com
Ph: 504.228.3945
• Lestat’s Dark Brew Coffee — A deep, dark French roast with immortal richness and a downright flamboyant character…caffeinated for when you are truly drained. Warning: this coffee has a dangerous bite! $10.89 for one pound or $5.50 for 8oz.
• Louis’ Plantation Blend Coffee — Louis’ Plantation Blend, a deep, dark New Orleans blend with an immortal richness and the quiet, brooding character of chicory….a mellower fledgling of Lestat’s Dark Brew. $10.89 for one pound or $5.50 for 8oz.
• Lestat’s Dark Brew – De-Fanged — A deep, dark French roast with immortal richness and a downright flamboyant character…..De-Fanged so it won’t keep you awake in your coffin. $9.89 for one pound or $5.50 for 8oz.
• Vampire Chronicles Colognes — $35.00 for a 4oz. bottle and come in a coffin shaped box with red tissue paper. The following fragrances available are:
Lestat
Dark Gift No. 1 – Gabrielle
Dark Gift No. 2 – Claudia
Vampire Wear
www.vampirewear.com
• Coffin Gift Boxes — These handcrafted coffin gift boxes make a beautiful presentation for your vampire jewelry or whatever other spooky knick knacks you can think of. Dimensions: 4 1/4 inches tall, 2 3/4 inches wide at the widest point and 1 inch deep. $1.50 each.
• Guardian Bats Vial Necklace — This clear glass vampire fang vial is about 1.5 inches in height. These beautiful vials are handcrafted so expect some variance in the shape and size. The top of the glass tube is a bit rough. This is normal the silver cap covers it. Your vial is accented by 2 antique silver Vampire Bats. Hangs on a leather cord with black and silver bead accents. Secures with a lobster clasp. $13.99
• Bat Wing Wallet — Black polyurethane (a man made material)
Measures 4 1/2 inches by 4 1/4 inches high. $14.95
After Dark Jewelry
www.afterdarkjewelry.com
• Arcane Heirloom Necklace — A giant spread-winged bat is adorned with vintage glass drops, glass beads, Swarovski crystal pearls, and antiqued silver bead caps. This design is created in both the customary necklace length as well as a brand-new 30″ Opera length! $54.99
• Judgment Necklace — This medieval rosary design features “St. Theresa” by Francois Gerard. The image has been sealed using a 3-step method to create the facade and texture of an oil painting. It has then been set into a cross of medieval design which as been enameled and adorned with vintage crystals. Each and every detail of the finished pendant is painstakingly hand-crafted by the designer. The Gothic cross hangs from a strand of baroque antiqued silver beads, with black glass beads hidden inside. The ornately detailed chain is comprised of silver-plated connectors set with vintage ruby crystals and faceted black beads. Large black agate stone beads complete the 30″ chain, ending in a toggle clasp in the form of a serpent. A blood-red ancient vial dangles from the serpent clasp. This design may be worn as a single 30″ strand which hangs below the bosom or as a two-strand necklace. This is a marvelously versatile necklace option! $209.99
• Vlad Necklace — This design features the infamous Vlad the Impaler – the historical basis for our beloved Dracula. The image has been sealed using a 3-step method to create the facade and texture of an oil painting. The miniature is then framed, painted, and antiqued. An intricate clay backing is then attached. Each pendant is painstakingly hand-crafted by the designer. This design is created in both the customary necklace length as well as a brand-new 30″ Opera length! Please read the descriptions listed directly below for complete details regarding both designs. $129.99
Boutique du Vampyre
www.feelthebite.com
712 Rue Orleans
New Orleans, LA
• Custom Fangs — These fine quality, realistic Vampire Fangs are custom created using quality dental equipment, and color matched to your own teeth to enhance your Vampiric look. Fangs are created at the boutique by appointment only. Fangs range from $100.00 to $800, depending on your specific desires. Please call for a custom quote: (504) 561-8267.
• Stained Glass Bats — Bats wing spans are approximately 10″ and they are available in a multiple of colors, including red, blue, fire red, iridescent, purple, crystal, black, black wisp – or tell us the color you would like and we’ll create a special bat for you. $49.99
• Stained Glass Coffin — These stained glass coffins are available in a variety of colors, and are available with or without bats adorning the case. $35.99
• Vampire Tarot Cards — Tarot allows us to change our attitudes, to center our minds, and to distinguish the positive from the negative. Tarot enlightens us about the dark and light parts of our personalities, and it helps us advance toward solutions to the various matters in question in our lives. Each card has a message, and guides us in the decision-making process. Tarot highlights the essential elements of an issue, but final decisions ultimately belong to us. The Vampire Tarot Deck is a unique combination of myths and legends interpreted through exquisitely detailed paintings. Nathalie Hertz gives tarot readers a macabre passport for spectacular view of the mysterious and devilish underworld. A wicked pleasure! $25.00
Have yourselves a scary little Christmas!
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 at 9:31 am | Filed under Gory Gear, News.
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