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From the lens Dressing Steampunk: How to get started.

So, let me know how I did. Or even better, let me know how you did. Are you off to find the perfect steampunk accessories?

  • Jules Mar 12, 2012 @ 12:54 am | delete
    Thanks for this! My wedding theme is Steampunk - I'm sending all the people who say "But I don't know what to wear!" to your page - maybe they'll 'get it'!
  • mihgasper Mar 7, 2012 @ 6:03 pm | delete
    Thumbs up for steampunk accessories!
  • audreannaga Feb 17, 2012 @ 9:37 pm | delete
    love the look thanks for the inspiration
  • LewesDE Feb 17, 2012 @ 12:31 pm | delete
    Awesome lens!
  • Ubertweak Feb 12, 2012 @ 12:10 am | delete
    Very informative. My friend was into steampunk for a while after seeing it at multiple conventions. She bought a few steampunk items but never really got into it. Meanwhile I've been looking into it as well and should I decide to try it out I've decided it would have to be something utterly spectacular for my first time! I'm still coming up with a concept and such though I look forward to the day I am able to accomplish my goal.
  • agoofyidea Sep 29, 2011 @ 7:38 am | delete
    I love the steampunk look. Great lens. Your costumes are awesome!
  • Tattoo_Rebel Sep 28, 2011 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    Awesome lens! Very informative, love the pics... very creative and fun!
  • cducky Aug 18, 2011 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    I love your photos! nice lens.
  • KonaGirl Aug 17, 2011 @ 8:21 pm | delete
    Fabulous! I loveSteampunk and you have made a wonderful lens. Your photos are quite wonderful. I am featuring you on my Adult Steampunk Costume lens. **Angel Blessed**
  • zeronese Jul 26, 2011 @ 2:58 pm | delete
    nice lens... fun to read :)
  • Sydney Jul 24, 2011 @ 7:20 pm | delete
    I found alot of things at Micheals in the place where you can buy beads and such, I found army badges, victorian cameos, lots of lace, brass chains, compasses, and a TON of things to accesorize a steampunk costume!
  • SydneyH Jun 19, 2011 @ 10:50 am | delete
    This is a fun lens. I love your costume and your advice on coming up with your own costume.
  • cdevries Jun 18, 2011 @ 4:56 pm | delete
    Lots of fun! Great suggestions.
  • DarknessFalls Jun 17, 2011 @ 4:20 pm | delete
    Pretty cool lens. I've always thought about going steampunk one Halloween but never knew exactly what qualifies. I'm definitely going to try it now.
  • MisTikkal Jun 15, 2011 @ 3:58 am | delete
    Just finished (bar polishing some more - naturally) lens on "Steampunk Ingenuity" and added your lens - your focusing on costuming is perfect for introducing the whole crazy-wonderful world of steampunk. Congrats on the LoTD.
  • jentaylorsc Jun 14, 2011 @ 7:49 am | delete
    I had never heard of this style before, but the pictures are beautiful. Nice lens!
  • terrapin719 Jun 14, 2011 @ 1:11 am | delete
    Love the pictures! Congrats on Lens of the Day! <3
  • kiwinana71 Jun 14, 2011 @ 12:06 am | delete
    My oh My, this is great, you have sure may some very great outfits. A bit out of my age group, but I love looking at them. Thanks for sharing with us, I like it.
  • do_one_cox Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:33 pm | delete
    Big steampunk..Great I like your lens ^__^
  • KiwiGayle Jun 13, 2011 @ 10:40 pm | delete
    Have you read Neal Stephenson's 'Diamond Age". Lots of inspiration for outfits in that book. Cool lens.
  • artvixn Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:50 pm | delete
    Yes. Great book, but it isn't steampunk. It's too technologically advanced. It has some of the aesthetic though.
  • happynutritionist Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:43 pm | delete
    I've learned something from your lens...and that is that I'm really out of touch with the times:-) Never heard of steampunk before, but that's okay, it's good to learn something new every day, and now I've done that. Looks like really creative fun! Congrats on the LOTD
  • lovelylashes Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:47 pm | delete
    These ensembles are so creative! Congratuations on Lens of the Day!
  • Janet Jun 13, 2011 @ 7:22 pm | delete
    So interesting and a little bit Willy Wonka...but I am impressed and it sure looks like fun. The clothes are amazing.
  • ---Chazz Jun 13, 2011 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    Big steampunk fan! This is a great summary of cosplay steampunk style.
  • JackalyeYe Jun 13, 2011 @ 7:07 pm | delete
    The lens is very fun and enjoy. Congrates LOTD!
  • Marti Jun 13, 2011 @ 7:05 pm | delete
    I love the steampunk look an appreciate your explanation of the various styles!
  • PipPipHooray Jun 13, 2011 @ 6:51 pm | delete
    you can definitely see your passion for it. Well done! Years of hard work shown here. congrats on your LOTD :)
  • knit1tat2 Jun 13, 2011 @ 6:18 pm | delete
    Enjoyed your lens, and it looks like great fun! I've been dressing funky for many years, but not as put together as your outfits! (I don't seem to look good in mine either!)lol, but I enjoy unusual, creative, and useful in my wardrobe, as evidenced by some of my lenses on button jewlery, etc. Thanks for a good look into steampunk! And congrats on being chosen LOD!!!!!
  • Jadimon Jun 13, 2011 @ 6:16 pm | delete
    Looks like a lot of fun! You make a great model! Thanks for the lens!
  • Pastiche Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:54 pm | delete
    I've been dressing like this for years, but had no idea it had a genre or style. Cool.
  • Risa28 Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:40 pm | delete
    I'm lovin this lens with your photos, outfits and creativity. I have always been a punk and now I feel my fashion boundaries expanding again. Thanks for the education and inspiration!
  • ggalea Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:27 pm | delete
    Great lens, and wonderful costumes.
  • auxpwr Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:22 pm | delete
    This is awesome, Those guns and goggles are so cool. Thanks for a great lens, will check out other lenses, thanks and thumbs up
  • Starving_Artist Jun 13, 2011 @ 4:49 pm | delete
    A great explanation of steampunk
  • gypsyman27 Jun 13, 2011 @ 4:22 pm | delete
    Congrats for LotD, this is an interesting subject. I had never come across anything like this before. See you around the galaxy...
  • CraftLyn Jun 13, 2011 @ 4:02 pm | delete
    I really enjoyed the slide show of your costumes, weaponry and accessories. Great lens!
  • scarlettohairy Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:50 pm | delete
    What a fun topic and lens. You are quite the expert on all things Steampunk. Congrats on the lens of the day!!
  • partybuzz Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:39 pm | delete
    Very interesting lens! Congratulations on LotD!!
  • Ruthi Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:35 pm | delete
    I'd heard of Steampunk before, but honestly didn't have a clue what it actually was. So, thank you for the clarification. Congratulations on Lens of the Day!
  • PlayOutside Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:33 pm | delete
    Congrats on the LOD! I often look for items at garage sales to list on ebay as "steampunk". Usually great old welders' goggles. Even tho I do not dress up "steam", it is fun to send the stuff on to someone who does.
  • dianbee Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:32 pm | delete
    Really enjoyed this lens! As a writer these kind of archetypes fascinate me.
  • aj2008 Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:06 pm | delete
    Congratulations for your Lens of the Day award for this very enjoyable and "unique" lens - I will be looking at some costume ideas very soon and I am thinking "steampunk" could be an interesting line to take :)
  • Blessedmombygrace Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    I had never heard of steampunk before this lens. Neat stuff.
  • awelldressedbullet Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Love the style and your lens, congratulations on your Lens of the Day!
  • GreenfireWiseWoman Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:14 pm | delete
    This was really fun and interesting to read. Thank you!
  • GrowWear Jun 13, 2011 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    A fun and most interesting style. Congratulations for LOTD. :)
  • Matie Jun 13, 2011 @ 1:24 pm | delete
    truly awesome lens, there's quite the demand for steampunk artists that can create characters or illustrations of that style
  • sujaysen Jun 13, 2011 @ 1:04 pm | delete
    Nice lens.
  • SunnyDaze Jun 13, 2011 @ 1:04 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD. Cool looking outfits. Looks like lots of fun.
  • kajohu Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    What fun to read! I read Asimov magazine each month, and there are occasionally "Steampunk" type stories in that. Also the TV series "Firefly" comes to mind -- don't know if that's really Steampunk, or "Wild wild west / sci fi", but it still comes to mind :-)
  • artvixn Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:41 pm | delete
    Firefly is not steampunk, although it has some of the aesthetic. It's too technologically advanced. You can take a look at my Steampunk Litmus Test for help on determining what fits and what does not. http://www.squidoo.com/steampunk_litmus_test
  • Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:06 pm | delete
    Steampunk is such fun!! Thanks for sharing your many looks.
  • BigGirlBlue Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:05 pm | delete
    I'm familiar with steampunk jewelry but never could wrap my head around steampunk clothing. Thanks for clearing it up!
  • sushilkin Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:05 pm | delete
    Nice Reading ! thanks for sharing.
  • Tipi Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:55 am | delete
    What a fun style to wear, this is so creative. I enjoyed this page and...congratulations!
  • nightcats Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:46 am | delete
    I am getting ready to create my very first steampunk art project This lens is a great inspiration to me.,
  • d-artist Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:37 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! interesting lens...I don't think I'm a steampunk person at my age..thanks for sharing!
  • artvixn Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:52 pm | delete
    I'm 48. I run a steampunk convention and we get attendees of every age. You're never too old for it. If it appeals to you, then why not?
  • greg2213 Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Finally, a LOTD that I can get into. :) Being a cyberpunk fan I tend to learn towards the tech and the weaponry. Most of the steampunk art I've seen has been more in that direction. Your costumes and such have expanded my outlook, in addition to looking pretty darn cool. :)

    Well done!!
  • skibarefootfun Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:35 am | delete
    too cool
  • Marelisa Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:35 am | delete
    I had never heard of this, but I'm glad I stopped by this lens because it's fascinating. I want a pair of goggles now. :-)
  • artvixn Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:54 pm | delete
    I have a lens in the works about how to create your own!
  • ACreativeDream Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:33 am | delete
    Awesome lens!

    There's a guy who makes amazing steampunk laptop boxes (the laptop is inside and you can actually use it, but it looks totally like a steampunk computer would be) and other similar stuff. Can send you the url if you want. I think you may love it :)
  • kimmanleyort Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:32 am | delete
    This is new to me, but I love your steampunk style. Congrats on LOTD too!
  • highmant1145 Jun 13, 2011 @ 10:42 am | delete
    Wow ... it looks very cool.
  • 67Shelbygal Jun 13, 2011 @ 10:36 am | delete
    Cool Lens! Very interesting. I had heard of Steampunk, but never really knew what it was. Neat! Congrats on LOTD! Great Lens!
  • SocialpathFree Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:59 am | delete
    I've seen this type of clothing but didn't know it had a term, but I'm not fashion forward. Great pics!
  • artvixn Jun 13, 2011 @ 10:12 am | delete
    Well, this would sort be "fashion backward", in a way. Thanks!
  • ayjaye Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:46 am | delete
    What a fab look, and cocngrats on the Lens of the day!
  • botanylass Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:36 am | delete
    Love it!~You might like to check out my blog regarding dressing 'Goth' at http://www.squidoo.com/nobody-ever-said-having-kids-came-with-a-users-manual. It has a quirky side to it riddled with a bit of humor.
  • rhodacks Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:36 am | delete
    You have a great idea, really. The Aviator looks sporty, love it.
  • Dkyforever Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:12 am | delete
    That is sweet. I've always liked the steampunk style. This is a great introduction to the different distinctions.
  • celeBritys4africA Jun 13, 2011 @ 9:07 am | delete
    Congrats for the LoTD. Happy day!
  • ludys Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:52 am | delete
    I like your lens. You did great! I learned something new today. I didn't know about steampunk. Congratulations for LOTD
  • TheCureForYouthMinistry Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:49 am | delete
    well done!
  • Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:45 am | delete
    Nice Lens! Gratz LOTD!
  • TKOSquidoo Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:41 am | delete
    Nice lens! Gratz LOTD
  • jenms Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:33 am | delete
    Very cool - congrats on LOTD! I like elements of steampunk but have never dressed in a full costume.
  • Top10BestBudget Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:30 am | delete
    Good creative. Nice lens.
  • kab Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:29 am | delete
    What a great introduction! I'm featuring this on my lens Sensational Steampunk Shoes for a Futuristic Victorian Lady on the Go.
  • hysongdesigns Jun 13, 2011 @ 8:24 am | delete
    I just recently heard of steampunk, had to get my kids to tell me what it was :-) Nice lens, great outfits and photos!
  • JennySui Jun 13, 2011 @ 7:38 am | delete
    Beautiful lens! Congrats on LOTD! I wish i could get LOTD for any of my lens...
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Jun 13, 2011 @ 6:55 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! Very creative. All of this was new to me. Enjoyed your outfits and archetypes.
  • Gerald_McConway Jun 13, 2011 @ 6:33 am | delete
    Nice lens and congrats on getting LOTD!
  • garishwasil Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:22 am | delete
    Nice lens. Congratz for LotD.
  • bercton Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:13 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD!!..very innovative lens
  • Frischy Jun 13, 2011 @ 4:55 am | delete
    This is interesting. My nephew does this, but I did not know what it was. You have informed me. Congratulations on LotD! Well-deserved! Beautiful lens!
  • WeirdStuff Jun 13, 2011 @ 3:53 am | delete
    Nice lens! What's your favourite steampunk book?
  • artvixn Jun 13, 2011 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    I'm not sure I have a fave yet. I am in the middle of "Morlock Night" by K.W. Jeter, the man who coined the term. He's going to be the guest of honor at Steamcon III.
  • OhMe Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:57 am | delete
    Wow, you sure have the Steampunk look down pat. Congrats on LOTD.
  • SheilaVine Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:54 am | delete
    Such fun
  • Jhangora Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:39 am | delete
    WoW the dresses look cool, I guess it's bcoz I am interested in History. Congrats on LoTD!
  • SereneSea Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:38 am | delete
    Amazing outfits for steampunks. Congrats on LOTD.
  • LubosLabik Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:10 am | delete
    Steampunk wardrobe looks good. Especially on you :) Congrats on LOTD. Have nice day.
  • CliveAnderson Jun 13, 2011 @ 1:45 am | delete
    Hi Diana, This is an awesome lens I have had a great time going through your bits and pieces here, believe it or not I have a keen interest in All that is Steampunk, so much so that my Lens "Armor Rings" incorporates a great range of Steampunk pieces...

    Thanks again for sharing, keep up the great work.
    Warm Regards,
    Clive
  • elenareviews Jun 13, 2011 @ 1:18 am | delete
    Congrats for the LoTD.
  • Airinka Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:31 am | delete
    Great lens! Congratulations on LOTD!
  • miaponzo Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:22 am | delete
    Very very interesting.. I have I swear.. never ever heard of this before !!!! :) Dang!!
  • ColorPetGifts Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:19 am | delete
    Fun lens - thanks for sharing your steampunk outfits -:)
  • ChrisDay Jun 12, 2011 @ 11:44 pm | delete
    Congratulations for being featured as LotD - a very diverting lens.
  • CarynJSwift56889 Jun 12, 2011 @ 11:26 pm | delete
    that's cool lens about steampunk dress~
  • E.G. Jun 3, 2011 @ 2:44 pm | delete
    I humbly offer a few mor archetypes to add to your list:

    Domestic (nanny/nursemaid/butler/manservent) typically uniformed house-assistants, usually accompanying an aristocrat, with gadgets that would assist in any situation, such as a steam powered tea-cosy, a swiss-army baby entertainer, or perhaps a mary poppins style bottomless carpetbag.

    Scamp/busker/pickpocket or streeturchin: ratted, old and dirty streetclothes, perhaps an instrument to play. Long scarf and fingerless gloves. (think Oliver Twist/Tiny Tim in Scrooge stories.)

    Snake Oil Salesman/carny/circus performer/organ grinder with monkey: vests with no shirts, handlebar moustaches and striped pants. Girls in dusty but brightly colored leotards and tights.Bottles of medicines in a bandelier for the snake oil salesmen. Maybe a tiny balancing umbrella for the tightrope walker girl...

    lamplighter/chimneysweep/milkmen/news merchants: any victorian era blue collar worker that is no longer a common job.

    the foreigner: oriental, indian, egyptian, or victorian sci fi based alien wear (hawkmen?). make all gear based on the culture, brass fan, a snake charmer's basket with steam powered snake...

    self-made men/women, the mad doctor/necromancer, mechanical beings: anything like Mary Shelley's frankenstein to Dr. Loveless from Wild Wild West to TicTock from Return to Oz.
  • Regan May 11, 2011 @ 7:55 pm | delete
    How do i find other people/events that i can share my Explorer outfit? I love your outfit!
  • artvixn May 12, 2011 @ 11:43 am | delete
    Great question! My first answer is always, you should come to Steamcon in Seattle. It's a really great event, but I might be a wee bit biased. Beyond that I'd Google steampunk events with your area. There are so many these days! It's hard to even recommended a particular calendar because no one seems able to keep up. And if there is nothing near you, get a group of friends to go to the zoo with you. Let me know what you find to do.
  • r2fish Apr 18, 2011 @ 5:56 am | delete
    Hey..nice outfits to try ...cool colors
  • COUNTRYLUTHIER Mar 13, 2011 @ 11:20 pm | delete
    Interesting, very interesting. I liked the dirigible pilot getup.
  • Brian Feb 24, 2011 @ 10:35 am | delete
    Just wondering if anyone wears their outfits in everyday life, especially if you are a guy working in a corporate environment? I'm a computer system administrator at a small company and just starting to put an outfit together. It would be kind of cool to be able to wear my selection a couple times a month rather than the usual oxford / khaki combo.
  • artvixn Feb 24, 2011 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    Brian,

    Yes there definitely are people who do that. As long as your company doesn't mind, I'd say go for it! You can be a trendsetter.
  • Brian Feb 24, 2011 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    When looking for clothes for office life, what should I be looking for to start with? I saw one website that suggested getting a vest and building around that.

    I'm going to have to take time building this. My kids like doing something they call "eating"...

    (hmmm "snifftwit" for my captcha)
  • artvixn Feb 24, 2011 @ 1:32 pm | delete
    A vest is a great start. My husband has quite a collection these days. Make sure there is a watch pocket and find a cool pocket watch and chain. A bowler hat would be fun if you are a hat type. A Victorian gentleman wouldn't be caught without one.

    Get into thrift store hunting. It doesn't have to be a really expensive hobby.

    I got squidbash. Kind of appropriate.
  • Maria Feb 13, 2011 @ 10:19 pm | delete
    What a fantastic site! A few friends and I randomly decided to do steampunk outfits for an anime convention we're attending. I was only very vaguely familiar with the whole concept until literally a few days ago. I've been mentally putting together an ensemble but wasn't sure if I was going about it properly. This is a wonderfully informative site! Thank you so much! I love all the pictures, too. Really helps give a feel for many different aspects of steampunk! Thank you!
  • soulswallo Dec 31, 2010 @ 8:26 pm | delete
    I'm going to a steampunk convention in a few months and I'm still trying to decide if I want to dress the part. Your ideas here are making me lean toward YES!
  • Joy Hayward Dec 13, 2010 @ 12:58 am | delete
    My friend Tony Hicks gave me your web-site, you gave wonderful ideas, I am going to look in to it asap, Thanks for the ideas !
  • ArdenBaird Nov 16, 2010 @ 11:17 am | delete
    Awsome lens! I hang out in Second Life and I've discovered that I have a thing for Victorian ball gowns. I also like the "Lady Adventurer" idea. Now if I could only put together a look in RL :D
  • KJ_Paris Oct 22, 2010 @ 5:37 am | delete
    I have to dress Victorian/ Steampumk for a wedding I am attending in November. I am still not getting all of this. I think I need someone to show me exactly how to dress/ and what to buy. I guess I'm not all that creative.
  • artvixn Oct 22, 2010 @ 10:16 am | delete
    KJ: For a wedding, you can probably get away with just a Victorian look. I would suggest looking at Recollection's website. They have a section labeled Victorian. you can get a skirt and blouse or a fancy dress depending on how formal the wedding is and how much you want to spend. http://recollections.biz/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=R&Category_Code=Victorian
    You will need to let them know when you need the outfit by, make it a few days early so you can feel prepared. Even if you don't buy from them, this will give you an excellent idea of styles of the period. I hope this helps. Enjoy the wedding and don't worry too much about your outfit. (I made an assumption that you are female, but I suppose I might be incorrect. If I am try Gentleman's Emporium. http://www.steamporium.com/steam.php)
  • Anny Oct 10, 2010 @ 11:36 am | delete
    "If you are a mechanic, maybe a skirt would be silly."

    I noticed your later comment that pants for a mechanic would be practical and appropriate regardless of gender, but how neat would it be to be a mechanic in a well-fashioned skirt? Just for the sake of breaking down the stereotype that mechanics must be men, or at least dress in a "masculine" sort of way. I'm getting ideas for an awesome outfit... :-)
  • Betsi_Goutal Oct 7, 2010 @ 8:37 pm | delete
    Wow, thanks so much for this thorough and informative lens! Great tips!
  • JaguarJulie Sep 11, 2010 @ 6:35 am | delete
    I've been hearing more and more about steampunk as a new look -- I think, by gum, I LIKE it!
  • Peridot Jul 9, 2010 @ 11:33 am | delete
    Wonderful --luv pics -- write-up of types, how to achieve & where to find stuff are great -- may I copy some of your stuff for a talk I'm supposed to do @ a SiFi Con???
    Your wardrobe is huge --thanks for pics.
  • artvixn Jul 9, 2010 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Peridot: Thanks! Sure, if you give me credit and mention my blog, Tea & Automatons @ www.dianavick.com. Which con?
  • LouieGee Mar 27, 2010 @ 8:16 pm | delete
    Awesome lens! So well written and with such great, insightful, useful advice! Thanks so much for taking the trouble to post this lens! :-)
  • Jesterfield Grimm Jan 17, 2010 @ 12:06 am | delete
    I just wanted to say thank you for writing a very wonderful article with very interesting pictures attached. For the first time steampunk-er like myself, this article was a golden find. Out where I am located Steampunk is practically non-existant, replaced with other forms of cosplay and the like, so being out here alone trying to get into a new hobby or "thing" without any other people to guide you is very disheartening, but when I find things like this online I get excited. My first outfit is actually based on your aviatrix outfit and I couldn't thank you enough for explaining where you found the various peices. Dare I say it even motivated me to go out and finally get something together using your tips and guidelines!

    Thank you again for a very wonderful and well written article, you have directly assisted me in starting my Steampunk adventures in an area where there is none!

    ~Jesterfield Grimm
  • nikkynikkynikky Oct 29, 2009 @ 1:15 am | delete
    you did a wonderful job! thank you!
  • Oct 23, 2009 @ 8:19 pm | delete
    Yes!!! I love how you added the aviator and safari twists to your style!!! brilliant!
  • Laura47 Jul 28, 2009 @ 3:25 am | delete
    How lovely! You have so many awesome outfits. :-) Don't know if I'll have anything steampunky put together by dragon*con this year, but I'll ogle all the costumes. :-D
  • Nyx Mar 5, 2009 @ 2:35 am | delete
    Cool ideas! I was wondering how I could take my gothic club gear and tailor it into steampunk without spending an arm and a leg. I got some inspiration here. I wear a lot of black, but also like brown...I am so glad steampunk became popular, so I won't be known as the goth who wears brown...

    I noticed you use elements, like the shirt in different shots. I have this velvet opera coat, I think I could make into an outfit, plus I have top and bowler hats. Trying to also figure out how to incorporate my steel boned corset into the mix. Being Victorian goth by nature, I already got the boots, so I have a good start.
  • Nyx Mar 5, 2009 @ 2:19 am | in reply to Val aka Capt Arabella Cox, Ret | delete
    Didn't know ConDor existed and I live in San Diego. I will look into going to it next week, though it won't have the steampunk stuff going on. Quite saddened.
  • KronoNaut Feb 16, 2009 @ 9:34 pm | delete
    Great article, thanks for the section on putting the punk in.
  • Alexandra Sforza Feb 12, 2009 @ 12:19 pm | delete
    What a fantastic little article! Your costumes are most lovely! It's always a joy to see such a nicely put together article!

    Alexandra Sforza
    http://heterodyning.deviantart.com
  • Val aka Capt Arabella Cox, Ret Feb 11, 2009 @ 11:24 am | delete
    Great article. I'm going to be on a SP panel at ConDor (SciFi convention) in San Diego the end of this month, telling them how to costume SP. I'm coming from the historical Victorian costuming aspect but I'd like the let them see others. I'll share the link to your site with them. Thanks!
  • Kiba Feb 10, 2009 @ 4:02 pm | delete
    Thanks for this brilliant article! I'll be coming back to it a lot.
  • Kelly Feb 10, 2009 @ 1:34 pm | delete
    This is a GREAT article. Thanks for posting it!

    Kelly
    http://conventionfans.today.com

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