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Gallery: ‘Dark Beauty: The Final Bow’ flaunts dramatic fashion

Gallery: Dark fashion took center stage on Saturday at Palladian Hall’s “Dark Beauty: The Final Bow.” Check out the best images from the show, which raised money for the Syracuse Spinal Association through a captivating exhibition of gothic fashion.

On Saturday, “Dark Beauty: The Final Bow” was presented at The Treasury’s Palladian Hall in downtown Syracuse. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

Artistic Designs Dance Company performed an opening dance. Dancers lifted each other into the air while dancing in unison to haunting instrumental music. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

Lux Montalvo and Sara Bosco kicked off the night with their aerial choreography. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

Models blend gothic fantasy and high fashion in a celebration of self-expression and creativity. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

Models made their final walk down the runway in their elaborate outfits as the show comes to a close. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

Before the show began, the models stood on the balcony’s floating windows in Palladian Hall, encased by outdoor scenery. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

Lux Montalvo and Sara Bosco performed an opening number together, embracing the dark mood of the show. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

The proceeds from "Dark Beauty: The Final Bow" went to the Syracuse Spinal Association, an organization that aims to help those living with spinal cord disabilities in Central New York. Joe Zhao | Design Editor

The show featured a variety of looks, despite its title “Dark Beauty: The Final Bow.” It featured pieces ranging from spikes and black leather to pink and floral. Joe Zhao | Design Editor