Tim Burton wanted to create a dark world for his musical Sweeney Todd, and his grey skies against black buildings set the mood for the gory, bloody tale of a Barber's thirst for revenge. Helena Bonham Carter was luminous in gowns and corsets just as rich and dark as the London streets, with ladylike details such as lace and fringe.

You can feel a little dark and sexy in a BCBG Max Azria burgundy lace trim chiffon halter dress for $219.99 from Bluefly.com. You don't have to be pale as a ghost to make Helena's look work for you, but tousled curls are always fun, or for straight hair, try a funky updo. Both look great with a smoky eye and a nude lip. Finish out the homage with silver jewelry with black bead accents, like these asymmetrical cross earrings for $6.50 from Claire's. The black and silver is dramatic but the small size keeps them from being a weird-girl-in-art-class Don't.