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« Reply #75 on: July 20, 2012, 04:41:50 pm » |
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Since I have nothing better to do while wating for the rest of the gang to show up for tonights´ vodka-fueled shenanigans, I might as well pester this thread with some more examples of what might be considered me steaming it up in a more everyday way; The first two pictures are taken at the Gothenburg Botanical gardens, during a meet-up with a bunch of other Emilie Autumn-fans for cookies and rum-laced tea. I know my waistcoat is too small, but it was the only white one I had at the time. This last pic is somewahat later the same summer, with a much better haircut and at a house-breaking party ( I think that is the english term for when you get a new apartement and celebrate moving in with a party?) |
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« Reply #77 on: July 21, 2012, 06:29:51 pm » |
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« Reply #78 on: July 21, 2012, 08:11:36 pm » |
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This last pic is somewahat later the same summer, with a much better haircut and at a house-breaking party ( I think that is the english term for when you get a new apartement and celebrate moving in with a party?) "House-warming" party, is the term you're looking for.  |
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« Reply #79 on: July 21, 2012, 08:28:15 pm » |
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This last pic is somewahat later the same summer, with a much better haircut and at a house-breaking party ( I think that is the english term for when you get a new apartement and celebrate moving in with a party?) "House-warming" party, is the term you're looking for. House-breaking party sounds a lot more fun though. I've had a few of them before. |
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« Reply #80 on: July 22, 2012, 12:48:21 pm » |
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This last pic is somewahat later the same summer, with a much better haircut and at a house-breaking party ( I think that is the english term for when you get a new apartement and celebrate moving in with a party?) "House-warming" party, is the term you're looking for. House-breaking party sounds a lot more fun though. I've had a few of them before. More fun until it's your house, or you are one of the more sober and responsible people who has to stay awake for 48 hours cleaning, giving police statements and dealing with irate home-owners...=P Besides the outfit is far too civilised for that kind of behaviour! |
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Dr. Wilson Montgomery
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« Reply #81 on: July 22, 2012, 02:31:32 pm » |
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A few letters off, and chaos hilarity ensues  Yeah, house -warming- party was what I meant; guess I kind of got it mixed up with breaking in boots and the like to get them comfortable, and the party in a new home having the same effect. Besides, I´m too old and too neurotic/OCD:ish for the kind of parties that turn your place into a war zone... I get my annual dose of that at various music festivals instead |
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Mercury Wells
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« Reply #82 on: July 23, 2012, 07:30:39 pm » |
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A few letters off, and chaos hilarity ensues Yeah, house -warming- party was what I meant; guess I kind of got it mixed up with breaking in boots and the like to get them comfortable, and the party in a new home having the same effect. Besides, I´m too old and too neurotic/OCD:ish for the kind of parties that turn your place into a war zone... I get my annual dose of that at various music festivals instead I understand where you're coming from, especially "the boots" analogy. |
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« Reply #83 on: July 24, 2012, 12:47:11 pm » |
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I'm not sure if this is really steampunk, but I didn't have my flying helmet and goggles when caught by the photographer chappie. |
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Capt. Dirigible
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« Reply #84 on: July 24, 2012, 01:08:47 pm » |
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I'm not sure if this is really steampunk, but I didn't have my flying helmet and goggles when caught by the photographer chappie. Wow! If that's you when you're 'casually dressed' I can't wait to see what you wear when you make an effort! That is an amazing uniform.. |
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I say, Joe it's jolly frightening out here.
Nonsense dear boy, you should be more like me.
But look at you! You're shaking all over!
Shaking? You silly goose! I'm just doing the Watusi
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« Reply #85 on: July 24, 2012, 02:28:32 pm » |
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I love this thread. I rarely put together a full steampunk outfit, but I do try to add subtle steampunk elements to my outfits.
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« Reply #86 on: July 24, 2012, 08:16:24 pm » |
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« Reply #87 on: July 25, 2012, 02:41:34 am » |
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Well,I can tell which one you're not.
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Cpt. Dyer
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« Reply #88 on: July 25, 2012, 12:15:22 pm » |
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Salutations!
I am a recent convert to the steampunk culture, and though I greatly enjoy the full Victorian look, it is not practical for everyday wear. Can anyone give some advice on achieving a, for lack of better terminology, casual steampunk look?
I work at an IT department and usually wear jeans and a collared shirt or polo shirt.
I am very slim and lanky male, with pale skin and no facial hair to speak of.
Thank you for your assistance!
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« Reply #89 on: July 25, 2012, 12:53:38 pm » |
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Recently I moved to a new department with a mandatory (and hideous) uniform, but I used to wear a crisp white shirt, a waistcoat and a pocket watch on an albert chain. It was smart without being too formal and reflected my personality. It also works well with jeans. If you want something more casual, try a granddad shirt with the sleeves rolled up. Here's a pic of me in front of last year's steampunk exhibition at Kew Bridge Steam Museum: You don't mention what area of IT you work in but please let me give you some advice just in case: If you work with hardware be careful with your pocket watch chain. We use all-in-one small form factor PCs and I very nearly sent one crashing to the floor when my chain got caught on a monitor as I was walking by. |
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Capt. Dirigible
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« Reply #90 on: July 25, 2012, 03:34:44 pm » |
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I concur...the easiest form of 'casual' steampunk for work is a waistcoat (a pocket watch on a chain is a must) and a collarless shirt. It works well with jeans as seen above. I tend to wear high waisted Vicwardian type trousers with braces but that's just a personal choice. Lace up ankle boots rather than trainers also add to the overall effect. Although not actually taken at work this is my usual 'casual' steampunk look. |
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Cpt. Dyer
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« Reply #91 on: July 25, 2012, 04:13:37 pm » |
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This is so my thread! I rarely go full-fledged Steampunk dress-up/costume (mostly for lack of occasions), but I do love to bring some steam to the sauna here in Florida ;-). Here was today's ensemble:  A bit of nautical dandy-ette. And a chance to wear my 1940s vintage tilt hat! Funny story...I stopped to buy a newspaper today and the 12-year-old skater kids hanging out in the parking lot all thought my hat was awesome. There is hope for the next generation  So many dashing photos already from y'all. Flightless Phoenix, your style inspires me greatly, and I'd love to try your jeans trick. Victoria, I too am a Floridian! What area? I do like your look. It is quite pretty, and I must adapt a male version. You do indeed resemble RS. Captain MDD out |
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« Reply #92 on: July 25, 2012, 08:31:59 pm » |
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I'm not sure if this is really steampunk, but I didn't have my flying helmet and goggles when caught by the photographer chappie. BANG ON! Huzzah! |
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« Reply #93 on: July 25, 2012, 09:20:13 pm » |
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This is so my thread! I rarely go full-fledged Steampunk dress-up/costume (mostly for lack of occasions), but I do love to bring some steam to the sauna here in Florida ;-). Here was today's ensemble: A bit of nautical dandy-ette. And a chance to wear my 1940s vintage tilt hat! Funny story...I stopped to buy a newspaper today and the 12-year-old skater kids hanging out in the parking lot all thought my hat was awesome. There is hope for the next generation So many dashing photos already from y'all. Flightless Phoenix, your style inspires me greatly, and I'd love to try your jeans trick. Victoria, I too am a Floridian! What area? I do like your look. It is quite pretty, and I must adapt a male version. You do indeed resemble RS. Captain MDD out Floridians unite! Lol. Gearing up in steampunk attire in the heat is pretty brave sometimes... |
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« Reply #94 on: July 25, 2012, 11:42:11 pm » |
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Thank you! I live in Tampa, where there's a great fledgling Steampunk society. Most of the time it's hard to bear wearing even a waistcoat and cotton shirt when it's 100% humidity and 94 degrees. The humidity is what kills it! Cpt Dyer, work outfits are always the hardest. Since you can wear less formal outfits, henley shirts (like this one) and cargo pants could be more interesting alternatives to polos and jeans. Waistcoats make a collared shirt really pop, and pinstripe pants (pinstripe anything, actually) are always a smart look. In the winter, jackets/coats are a chance to get creative! You can usually get away with very old-fashioned coats anywhere and people just think you're in style! Steamboat Mary...I really wanted to see your picture! It looks like it's been deleted or moved. |
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« Reply #95 on: July 26, 2012, 02:04:07 am » |
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I'm not sure if this is really steampunk, but I didn't have my flying helmet and goggles when caught by the photographer chappie. Wow! If that's you when you're 'casually dressed' I can't wait to see what you wear when you make an effort! That is an amazing uniform.. E gads man! I concur with the capt. that's some hard-core casual gear!!! What's the uniform? It puts me in mind of Lord Cardigan's "cherry bums"...without the cherry I also agree on the waistcoat being the steam-casual artical of choice. It's certainly the pocket watch that steps it up from the current hipster trend. I'm thinking of investing in a gentlemans emporium black smoking jacket for everyday winter attire. Its something similar to the one Dr WM wears so elegantly at the top of this page. Anyone have one to recommend? |
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« Reply #96 on: July 26, 2012, 11:17:33 am » |
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I'm thinking of investing in a gentlemans emporium black smoking jacket for everyday winter attire. Its something similar to the one Dr WM wears so elegantly at the top of this page. Anyone have one to recommend?
My jacket on the pic is actually just a simple jacket in what feels like some kind of velvet. Horrible to wear if there´s any kind of heat, but looks kind of lyxury. Good part is you can find the like for just less than 100:- (~10 euro) in pretty much any second hand store in these parts, and then it´s just a matter of finding nicer buttons and whatever other details you need to spruce it up. |
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« Reply #97 on: July 26, 2012, 07:26:19 pm » |
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I like the Henley/Waistcoat with cargos. A sort of metro-rugged look, eh? Victoria, I live in a rual community in North Florida, near Live Oak, in which the stardard form of clothing is camouflage or jeans and Dixie Outfitter shirts with cowboy boots a must. The people are, however, quite open to the idea of steampunk. Hoping to start an uprising . There has been question as to where I work in IT, I believe by MGFarley. I am a part time grunt at a community college, so I am doing everything from hardware to some networking. I spend quite a bit of time inside of open computers, so a chain would get in the way. My department is incredibly casual (short and flip-flops any day are common), but the other departments, like the administration, are more strict. Being rather new to this culture, I have to ask whether or not goggles would be an acceptable substitute for sunglasses? I plan on a rather low-key pair, nothing extravagant. Thanks to all for the expedient replies. It is very refreshing to find a forum in which the members are supportive. You have all been inspiring. ~Captain Dyer~ |
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« Reply #98 on: July 27, 2012, 12:40:57 am » |
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I'm thinking of investing in a gentlemans emporium black smoking jacket for everyday winter attire. Its something similar to the one Dr WM wears so elegantly at the top of this page. Anyone have one to recommend?
My jacket on the pic is actually just a simple jacket in what feels like some kind of velvet. Horrible to wear if there´s any kind of heat, but looks kind of lyxury. Good part is you can find the like for just less than 100:- (~10 euro) in pretty much any second hand store in these parts, and then it´s just a matter of finding nicer buttons and whatever other details you need to spruce it up. Thanks doc. My problem with 2nd hand stores is that being 190cm tall and broad in the shoulder there's never much that fits  It seems folk back in the day were somewhat smaller! |
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« Reply #99 on: July 27, 2012, 01:40:53 am » |
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I'm thinking of investing in a gentlemans emporium black smoking jacket for everyday winter attire. Its something similar to the one Dr WM wears so elegantly at the top of this page. Anyone have one to recommend?
My jacket on the pic is actually just a simple jacket in what feels like some kind of velvet. Horrible to wear if there´s any kind of heat, but looks kind of lyxury. Good part is you can find the like for just less than 100:- (~10 euro) in pretty much any second hand store in these parts, and then it´s just a matter of finding nicer buttons and whatever other details you need to spruce it up. Thanks doc. My problem with 2nd hand stores is that being 190cm tall and broad in the shoulder there's never much that fits It seems folk back in the day were somewhat smaller! Piffle. I am also over six foot tall, and I have built a very interesting wardrobe from our local thrift stores. |
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