Meet Lord H. Wulfgang, who is best known to his friends simply as “Wulf.” He’s a musician, writer, animal lover, and performer who’s been involved in Toledo’s goth scene for years. Recently, I dropped by his home in West Toledo near Calvary Cemetery, which was full of drawings made by his young daughter. Quite the juxtaposition — a guy who looks like he could be Grace Jones’ Goth male counterpart, living in a home filled with so much sentimental decoration. I hung out in his backyard, petted his dogs, and talked fashion.
What inspires your style?
The Shakespearian age plays a large part in my style, including its romanticism. I mean, I wake every day and dress according to my emotions; I select black, gray, or white clothing. You have been involved in Toledo’s goth scene for many years. Tell us a bit about the looks you see out and about. The style that I see most leans more towards the industrial-goth style, which is more fetishes than that of a formal goth style. I’d rather stick with my silk, suede, and denim. The new look is awesome, though. Can’t hate on that!
How do you acquire unique new pieces?
I do most of my shopping at local thrift stores… great place to find old clothing and material!
Your outfits always seem to have a theatrical quality. Do you truly play a part with each ensemble or are they just pieces you like?
The fancy outfits that I wear are usually worn when I perform out in a band known as “Shadowlounge” and with the other band “Rage&Wulf”. I also like sporting them when I attend events or special parties. But, overall, I usually dress in my punk-goth clothing and call it a day.
Have you ever made your own outfits?
I’ll say that I’ve pieced together an outfit, which gives it its own personality and authenticity.
How do you acquire unique new pieces?
I do most of my shopping at local thrift stores…great place to find old clothing and material!
What is the best compliment you’ve ever received about something you were wearing?
An old friend of mine said my outfit “compliments my name”. It made me feel good for the rest of the night!