Steam—what?
I consider myself relatively fashion savvy. But I must admit the whole concept of Steampunk had eluded me until recently. My first exposure to this fashion genre left me wondering if the guy had just stepped off the set of a Mad Max movie. I was so fascinated by the look that I decided to explore the world of Steampunk a little further.
I was astonished to learn the Steampunk movement has been around since the ‘80’s during a time when speculative fiction literature was all the rage. It was in this era that the term Steampunk was first uttered as a tongue in cheek variant of cyberpunk. However, it has evolved to become the chic elite cousin to the Cyberpunk movement. Thankfully, the concept of Steampunk is much more sophisticated than my first impression led me to believe. It’s not the look of a post-apocalyptic scavenger I had first assumed it was. But, an intricate combination of Victorian era meets modern with a little fantasy thrown in. This leaves lots of room for creativity and fun.
Infatuated by what I learned, I was anxious to try my hand at styling some SL Steampunk fashion. It was a pleasant surprise to find plenty of choices just by doing a simple “Steampunk” search in-world and in Marketplace. I had a blast and here’s what I came up with.
GIZZA goes Steampunk!
When Gizza, one of my most favorite designers, released a Steampunk outfit I ran out and got it immediately! With the most elite designers putting their mark on the Steampunk fashion world, I’m sure Steampunk is making a comeback. In fact, I think Steampunk is fast becoming the new black.
Complete outfit from Gizza
Hair: Vanity Hair– Avon- Noisette
Skin: Lara Hurley-Anya brown/Tan
Nails: Mandala nail palette 2/Long
Model and Photographer- Avalon Chrome
Steampunk Military Style
- Next is the military aspect of the Steampunk fashion scene. I chose green to show that browns and blacks aren’t the only colors used in this fashion genre. Also, check out the cool rose-colored pince-nez with the gear around one frame! Salute!
Steampunk in military
Jacket: Diram– Sophie – Green
Tights-DeDesigns – Constantine
Steampunk Aviator cap – Black Opal Designs
Aged Brass Pendulum Boots – The looking Glass
Finger Armour Charismatka
Pince-nez (color changeable)- Lassitude and Ennui
Gear Earrings and necklace Fion- Arundal Designs
Hair- Ballzy Ponytail Brunette- Chantkare
Skin- Lara Hurley– Anya Brown
Eyes: Fashism:’Sunrise’ Eyes – Pale Grey
Nails- Nails: Mandala nail palette 2/Long
Model and Photographer- Avalon Chrome
Fallen Aviator
This outfit totally cracked me up so I just had to get it. This is a very light-hearted version of a Steampunk aviator. Notice the holes and tape on the wings. I love the textures and colors of this outfit. Not to mention the close attention to detail, right down to the wristwatch. Don’t you just love it?
Steampunk aviator with broken wings
E-Clipse Design -Fallen Aviator- comes in a complete outfit including hair, wings and shoes.
Viventa Ring by Casuka
Make-up- .:Glamorize:. Drama Browns – Camel
Skin- –Lara HurleyAnya brown/Tan
Nails- alaskametro ❤ nail makeup (fingers) – French Noir 1
Eyes- Expressive eyes blue 1 BIG by Nany Merlin
Model and Photograpther- Starr Fairlight
Victorian Era Meets Sci-fi
Steampunk is all about the Victorian era with the bustle, corset and spat-like boots. But, it’s also about an alternative history when steam-powered ray guns were the order of the day.
Victorian style Steampunk with steam powered ray gun
Complete outfit from Arundal Design also includes jewellery and top hat
Boots: Victorian boot by Cattiva e Cattivo
Hair- Truth– Sarita, espresso
Nails- Nails: Mandala nail palette 2/Long
Eyes: Fashism:’Sunrise’ Eyes – Pale Grey
Skin-Lara Hurley-Anya green/Tan- red lipgloss
Watch- Old Timer from B-You Jewelery
Ray gun- Thadovian LTD Steampunk Space Weapons
Model and Photograpther- Avalon Chrome
The New Black
Steampunk has been around a long time as an underground fashion movement. But, I believe it’s made its way into pop culture. It’s incredibly fun to wear and so versatile. Just dress Victorian, grab a clock gear or two, throw it on your top hat…grab your steam-powered ray gun and you’re good to go! Have fun and hang on because yes, Steampunk is the new black!
Streampunk- The New Black
Skirt- Avialyn Double Lace Up- red- Curious Kitties
Corset- Rune- Kyra Plum-DeDesigns
Steampunk TopHat- The Dreamer from BunnyStar
*VoguE* Winta Stocking Bottom
Steampunk goggles in bronze by Ezura
Ring-Kayma from Finesmith
Earrings- Fionn by Arundal Design
Bracelet- The Eccentric Samuri from Chop Zuey
Aged Brass Pundulum Boots- The looking Glass
Black Leather gloves- XTC
Hair- [Nikita] Bright Breezy – CokeCherry
Skin- Lara Hurley-Anya green/Tan
Eyes: Fashism:’Sunrise’ Eyes – Pale Grey
Model and Photograpther- Avalon Chrome
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